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15 January, 2025
 

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Cyprus faces migration crisis amid infrastructure strain

Cyprus faces migration crisis amid infrastructure strain

Cyprus is facing a mounting migration crisis as data obtained by K on Thursday reveals a surge in illegal immigrant arrivals, straining the government's resources and raising concerns about a humanitarian emergency....

Green marketing: The truth behind eco-friendly claims

Green marketing: The truth behind eco-friendly claims

The deceptive practice of greenwashing, aimed at misleading consumers about the environmental qualities of products or services, is drawing increasing scrutiny....

KEDIPES introduces plan to help borrowers repay home loans

KEDIPES introduces plan to help borrowers repay home loans

The Cyprus Asset Management Company (KEDIPES) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at assisting borrowers in repaying their home loans....

Bank of Cyprus to auction cars: See models and prices

Bank of Cyprus to auction cars: See models and prices

The Bank of Cyprus has announced an upcoming auction for a selection of cars. Details of the models and prices are outlined in the tables below....

Boeing's engine cowling detaches mid-takeoff, strikes wing

Boeing's engine cowling detaches mid-takeoff, strikes wing

US airline regulators have launched an investigation after an engine cowling on a Boeing plane fell off during takeoff and struck the wing flap, the latest in a series of safety problems facing the aircraft manufacturer. ...

Cyprus News Digest - From river beautification to billionaires' bargains

Cyprus News Digest - From river beautification to billionaires' bargains

It's been a while since we heard about inaugurations from our president, so this one deserves special mention: ...

Social media abuzz with mesmerizing video of playful marine visitors (vid)

Social media abuzz with mesmerizing video of playful marine visitors (vid)

In a splash of excitement that has social media buzzing, the coastal waters of Limassol, Cyprus, played host to a delightful surprise: a pod of dolphins putting on a spectacular show of aquatic acrobatics!...

Tatar asserts Turkish Cypriot rights in Cyprus talks

Tatar asserts Turkish Cypriot rights in Cyprus talks

Returning from his diplomatic visit to the US, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) President Ersin Tatar addressed the media at Ercan Airport......

The absence of accountability

The absence of accountability

The recent bout of inclement weather has brought to light a glaringly scandalous agreement between the government and a private entity. In this arrangement, ...

Christodoulides and Von der Leyen strategize on Cyprus migration crisis

Christodoulides and Von der Leyen strategize on Cyprus migration crisis

In a cordial atmosphere, the meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen took place today, Sunday, April 7, in Athens....

Patsalides steps up as Central Bank Governor

Patsalides steps up as Central Bank Governor

President Nikos Christodoulides, exercising his constitutional powers, has decided to appoint Dr. Christodoulos Patsalides as the Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus....

Cyprus records €575.5 million in new loans

Cyprus records €575.5 million in new loans

Cyprus recorded a significant increase in total new loans in February, reaching €575.5 million, up from €462.7 million in the previous month. This surge was primarily driven by a notable rise in loans granted to companies, totalling approximately €130 million, according to data released by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). ...

Serious car accident closes road between Palechori and Nicosia

Serious car accident closes road between Palechori and Nicosia

A serious car accident occurred Monday morning (08/04) on the road from Palechori to Nicosia, specifically the section from Anagia to Dytiki. The road remains closed at this time. One person sustained serious injuries in the accident....

Israel's dual strikes incite global concern

Israel's dual strikes incite global concern

The recent Israeli strikes on a humanitarian organization in Gaza and the Iranian consulate in Damascus on April 1st are sending shockwaves through the already volatile region. ...

Cyprus President engages Lebanon over migrant surge

Cyprus President engages Lebanon over migrant surge

President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides departs for Lebanon on Monday for meetings with the country's leadership on the increased flow of irregular Syrian migrants from the country to Cyprus. ...

Isolated showers and thunderstorms

Isolated showers and thunderstorms

Hold onto your umbrellas! Unpredictable weather patterns are on the horizon, with today's forecast featuring a mix of clouds and sunshine......

Will 'sexy water' make you sexy?

Will 'sexy water' make you sexy?

Move over plain old water—there's a new drink in town, and it's turning heads for all the right (and maybe a few questionable) reasons. ...

Limassol hosts 2nd International Rowing Beach Sprints

Limassol hosts 2nd International Rowing Beach Sprints

The 2nd International Coastal Rowing Beach Sprints Competition is returning to Limassol, the Limassol Nautical Club (LNC) announced. The event is to be held at Malindi Beach in Parekklisia, in Limassol, between April 19 and 21....

Mexico cuts ties with Ecuador after Embassy raid

Mexico cuts ties with Ecuador after Embassy raid

Mexico announced the severance of diplomatic ties with Ecuador following a tumultuous incident at the Mexican embassy in Quito. The event unfolded when Ecuadorian police forcibly entered the embassy to arrest former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas, ...

Fterikoudi: Where scandal blooms amongst the ferns

Fterikoudi: Where scandal blooms amongst the ferns

For nearly a month, Fterikoudi village has been thrust into the spotlight due to revelations of financial and other scandals at the Monastery of Saint Avvakoum. ...

Municipalities secure government land for new animal shelter

Municipalities secure government land for new animal shelter

Several municipalities in Cyprus, including Nicosia, Strovolos, Aglantzia, Lakatamia, Ayios Dometios, and Egomi, have announced plans to expand and upgrade the local dog shelter. ...

Women driving the future: Alina Sauer's mission at BMW

Women driving the future: Alina Sauer's mission at BMW

In an era where women are increasingly making their mark in traditionally male-dominated fields, Alina Sauer stands out as a shining example of female leadership in the automotive technology sector...

New Jersey and New York shaken by strongest quake in 100 years

New Jersey and New York shaken by strongest quake in 100 years

A rare magnitude 4.8 earthquake jolted New Jersey on Friday, surprising residents across the Northeast United States, an area unaccustomed to significant seismic activity....

Apple's plan for smart home robots unveiled

Apple's plan for smart home robots unveiled

Apple is currently working on a venture into household robots, which might become the company's "next big thing" after the Vision Pro headset and having abandoned its decades-long effort to develop a self-driving electric automobile. ...

Retail turnover surges by 5.8% in February 2024

Retail turnover surges by 5.8% in February 2024

The Turnover Value Index of Retail Trade for February 2024 surged by 5.8% compared to the same period the previous year, according to data released by the Statistical Service of Cyprus. ...

Cyprus blames Israeli conflict for GPS disruptions

Cyprus blames Israeli conflict for GPS disruptions

Cyprus is experiencing GPS signal disruptions due to the ongoing conflict in Israel....

US accelerates Gaza aid efforts with Amalthea plan

US accelerates Gaza aid efforts with Amalthea plan

American efforts are underway to construct a temporary dock in Gaza, according to diplomatic sources cited by the Cyprus News Agency on Friday. The project, part of the Amalthea Plan, is expected to be completed within 15 days, these sources revealed....

Accusations against Von der Leyen shake re-election bid as Brussels elite speak out

Accusations against Von der Leyen shake re-election bid as Brussels elite speak out

Ursula von der Leyen’s bid for a second term as president of the European Commission has been dented after accusations of favouritism in the selection of a fellow party member to a lucrative new job. ...

Ukraine's NATO membership in the cards, Blinken asserts

Ukraine's NATO membership in the cards, Blinken asserts

A summit to mark the alliance's birthday doubled as a renewed effort to keep members on board with aid for Ukraine....

Greece's dual reality of law and mafia rule

Greece's dual reality of law and mafia rule

Maybe we don’t understand how much everything around us seems to be losing its momentum and cheapening, and I hope we don’t suddenly......

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