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01 November, 2025
 

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The Vatican, politics, and our underwater cable: A humorous take on Cyprus life

The Vatican, politics, and our underwater cable: A humorous take on Cyprus life

I read it, and I couldn’t believe my eyes. The Vatican is facing serious financial problems....

Bank of Cyprus rolls out support measures for vulnerable groups

Bank of Cyprus rolls out support measures for vulnerable groups

After a tense voting session last week, when the bill to tax bank profits narrowly failed to pass in Parliament, the Bank of Cyprus seems to be stepping up with measures aimed at helping vulnerable communities across the island. ...

Nicosia shines bright with Christmas cheer - and we want to see your decorations too!

Nicosia shines bright with Christmas cheer - and we want to see your decorations too!

To all our readers across the island—whether you're in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, or any village or town—why not share a bit of your holiday spirit? Post a picture of your Christmas decorations in the comments below. Let’s spread the cheer and show off how you’re celebrating the season in your part of Cyprus!...

Cyprus increases fines for mobile phone use while driving

Cyprus increases fines for mobile phone use while driving

In a move to curb road fatalities, the Road Safety Council of Cyprus has unanimously decided to sharply increase penalties for serious traffic violations, effective immediately....

Inaction and inconsistent pressure threaten our future

Inaction and inconsistent pressure threaten our future

The much-advertised mobility on the Cyprus problem, likely more for communication purposes than out of a genuine lack of awareness of the tragic reality, cannot, by itself, lead to a viable and mutually acceptable solution....

Joker: €4.8M jackpot unclaimed, €100K win in Cyprus

Joker: €4.8M jackpot unclaimed, €100K win in Cyprus

The €4.8 million Joker jackpot remains unclaimed after Thursday night’s draw, but one lucky ticket holder in Cyprus still walked away with a hefty prize....

Cyprus talks stalled: Crossing points block path to UN conference

Cyprus talks stalled: Crossing points block path to UN conference

Negotiations over the Cyprus issue are heating up, with both sides digging in ahead of a potential UN-led international conference in early 2025. ...

Christmas countdown: Mild weather today, but showers and snow on the way

Christmas countdown: Mild weather today, but showers and snow on the way

Well folks, it’s Friday once again—Friday, December 20th, to be exact—and with Christmas just around the corner (yes, it's next Wednesday, December 25th!), let’s see what the weather has in store for us this holiday season!...

Donald Trump's new 'Home Alone' hairdo sparks internet frenzy: Bold or bewildering? (VIDEO)

Donald Trump's new 'Home Alone' hairdo sparks internet frenzy: Bold or bewildering? (VIDEO)

In a move that has left the internet in a tizzy, President-elect Donald Trump debuted a windswept, gravity-defying new hairstyle during a round of golf at his Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach....

Consumer Service: Price reductions in 39 product categories

Consumer Service: Price reductions in 39 product categories

The Consumer Protection Service announces the Consumer Product Price Observatory for November 2024....

Banks announce 1% interest rate reduction

Banks announce 1% interest rate reduction

Following the parliamentary approval of the state budget and Tuesday’s meeting at the Presidential Palace with the CEOs of Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos appeared on RIK’s program Challenges on Wednesday evening....

Cattle farmers develop system to verify milk origin in halloumi production

Cattle farmers develop system to verify milk origin in halloumi production

The Pancyprian Organisation of Cattle Farmers (POCF), in partnership with a UK-based private laboratory, has introduced a certified method to determine if Cypriot milk is used in halloumi cheese production....

Finance Minister signs agreements on crypto and tax info sharing

Finance Minister signs agreements on crypto and tax info sharing

Cyprus' Finance Minister, Makis Keravnos, has officially signed the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreements (MCAA) under the Global Forum of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)....

French investment powers up Cyprus-Greece electricity link with €1.9B deal

French investment powers up Cyprus-Greece electricity link with €1.9B deal

A significant agreement has been reached for the long-anticipated Cyprus-Greece electricity cable project, led by ADMIE, Greece's power grid operator. This project, which aims to connect the power grids of Cyprus and Greece, has secured new funding and a strategic partner....

CMP identifies remains of eleven missing individuals in 2024

CMP identifies remains of eleven missing individuals in 2024

Significant progress has been made by the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) in Cyprus this year, with the identification of remains belonging to eleven individuals....

Paphos Mayor sounds alarm over suspected €30M GESY fraud

Paphos Mayor sounds alarm over suspected €30M GESY fraud

The mayor of Paphos, Phedonas Phedonos, has raised serious concerns about the possible misuse of public funds related to the medical procedure known as neurolysis....

Former Greek royals ask to be recognized as citizens

Former Greek royals ask to be recognized as citizens

Members of the former Greek royal family are set to request the official recognition of their Greek citizenship on Thursday....

Meta slammed with €250 million fine for Facebook data breach

Meta slammed with €250 million fine for Facebook data breach

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has been hit with a hefty fine of over €250 million (approximately £206 million) by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) due to a significant data breach....

Cablenet welcomes Velisarios Masouras as Chief Financial Officer

Cablenet welcomes Velisarios Masouras as Chief Financial Officer

Cablenet is pleased to announce the appointment of Velisarios Masouras as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective November 18, 2024....

The DJs of EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2024

The DJs of EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2024

The most epic Christmas street festival is returning to Nicosia this year, bringing joy, music, delicious food, drinks, and, of course, an even more festive atmosphere!...

Dominique Pelicot sentenced to 20 years for crimes of sexual violence

Dominique Pelicot sentenced to 20 years for crimes of sexual violence

In a landmark ruling, a French court sentenced Dominique Pelicot, 72, to 20 years in prison for orchestrating and participating in prolonged sexual violence against his ex-wife, Gisèle Pelicot....

EPIC, SPP Media, and Deejay Radio Unite for a Great Cause

EPIC, SPP Media, and Deejay Radio Unite for a Great Cause

Once again, Nicosia will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland as the city's biggest holiday street festival returns. This year’s EPIC STREET FEST promises to bring together people of all ages for a celebration filled with music, food, drinks, and plenty of festive fun....

Budget passed, now it’s time for gifts, Santa suits, and a holiday twirl (pics and video)

Budget passed, now it’s time for gifts, Santa suits, and a holiday twirl (pics and video)

After days of intense discussions, debates, and bill votes, Cyprus' MPs finally got a well-deserved break to celebrate the holiday season in style....

All the Magic Happening at Parklane Resort & Spa in Limassol This Holiday Season

All the Magic Happening at Parklane Resort & Spa in Limassol This Holiday Season

This holiday season, Parklane, Limassol's luxury resort, invites you to experience something truly extraordinary. A magical world where the enchantment of Christmas blends with the mysterious beauty of the ocean depths. ...

Cyprus joins exclusive U.S. military training as first non-NATO country

Cyprus joins exclusive U.S. military training as first non-NATO country

Cyprus and the United States are taking another major step in strengthening their defense relationship....

Cyprus bank account linked to dark web ‘King of Coke'

Cyprus bank account linked to dark web ‘King of Coke'

The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), known for its groundbreaking Pandora Papers revelations, has published a report exposing the activities of Mark Chikarowski—an Australian who operated under the pseudonym...

Syria’s new leader calls for lifting sanctions, says country no longer a threat

Syria’s new leader calls for lifting sanctions, says country no longer a threat

Ahmed al-Sharaa, the new de facto leader of syria, has urged the international community to lift sanctions on the war-torn country, insisting syria no longer poses a threat to its neighbors or to the west....

Sunshine takes a rain check, prepare for a wet weekend

Sunshine takes a rain check, prepare for a wet weekend

Today, we’re starting with mostly sunny skies, though local clouds might make an appearance. ...

180° turnaround

180° turnaround

We hired communication consultants to rebuild our name and reputation....

Panagiotou: Best labor market performance in the last 15 years

Panagiotou: Best labor market performance in the last 15 years

The labor market in 2024 is achieving its strongest performance in the past 15 years, driven by increased job creation, employment growth, reduced unemployment, and rising wages....

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