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28 December, 2024
 

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Vafeadis: ''Everyone is responsible for their own car''

Vafeadis: ''Everyone is responsible for their own car''

''Everyone is responsible for their own car,'' said the Minister of Transport, Mr. Vafeadis, regarding the problematic – and deadly – airbags found in tens of thousands of unsuspecting drivers’ cars on Cypriot roads...

Severe weather hits Limassol, floods and landslides reported

Severe weather hits Limassol, floods and landslides reported

Intense weather conditions have hit the Limassol District since last night, causing significant disruptions. Heavy rainfall has led to flooding, particularly in areas like Parekklisia,...

Woman arrested at Paphos Airport for assault and impersonation

Woman arrested at Paphos Airport for assault and impersonation

Police in Paphos have arrested a 37-year-old on multiple charges, including assaulting a police officer, resisting arrest, causing alarm, and impersonation....

New rules could see AVAX take over Paphos–Polis road project

New rules could see AVAX take over Paphos–Polis road project

The government is stepping up efforts to strengthen the framework for public works contracts following the unfortunate cancellation of the Paphos–Polis Chrysochous road project....

Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale large residential fields across Cyprus that are ideal for investment purposes....

Cyprus' role in the East Med highlighted at Economist conference

Cyprus' role in the East Med highlighted at Economist conference

Cyprus’ growing importance in the Eastern Mediterranean was highlighted by U.S. Ambassador Julie Fisher and the UK’s new High Commissioner Michael Tatham during the 20th Economist magazine conference in Cyprus on Thursday....

Ellen Degeneres joins Americans eyeing life abroad after Trump’s return to power

Ellen Degeneres joins Americans eyeing life abroad after Trump’s return to power

Former talk show host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres is trading sunny California for the picturesque Cotswolds in England, following Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential election victory....

K. Treppides & Co Ltd Director George P. Nicolaou Honored with Young Dragon Awards Nomination

K. Treppides & Co Ltd Director George P. Nicolaou Honored with Young Dragon Awards Nomination

The nomination of George P. Nicolaou, director at K. Treppides & Co Ltd, for the prestigious Young Dragon Awards marks a significant milestone for both him and the company....

Russia fires intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine

Russia fires intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine

In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday. This marks the first reported use of an ICBM in the war, a weapon traditionally designed for long-range nuclear strikes....

EIB President Nadia Calviño to visit Cyprus for talks and office opening

EIB President Nadia Calviño to visit Cyprus for talks and office opening

Nadia Calviño, the President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), is set to make her first official visit to Cyprus on Friday, November 22, where she will open the new EIB Group office and hold talks with Cypriot leaders....

Turkey slams EU maritime map, escalating tensions with Greece and Cyprus

Turkey slams EU maritime map, escalating tensions with Greece and Cyprus

Turkey has voiced sharp criticism of a European Commission map delineating potential maximum maritime zones for Greece, calling it an affront to its territorial claims in the Eastern Mediterranean....

$6.2M for a banana taped to a wall.  Have we gone bananas?

$6.2M for a banana taped to a wall. Have we gone bananas?

It’s official—art is bananas. Literally....

UK and US Ambassadors highlight Cyprus’ growing role in regional affairs

UK and US Ambassadors highlight Cyprus’ growing role in regional affairs

The British High Commissioner Designate to Cyprus, Michael Tatham, and US Ambassador Julie Fisher underscored Cyprus’ importance in the region during the Economist’s 20th Annual Cyprus Summit on Thursday....

Russian software company offers job to 7-year-old programming prodigy

Russian software company offers job to 7-year-old programming prodigy

A seven-year-old boy from St. Petersburg has captured the attention of the tech world, earning an offer for a management role at a Russian software company—once he’s old enough to work legally....

FT: ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

FT: ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of crimes against humanity and war crimes related to the war in Gaza....

Student killed in overloaded car, driver six times over legal limit

Student killed in overloaded car, driver six times over legal limit

Authorities in Nicosia are continuing their investigation into a fatal car crash that killed 20-year-old Irini Kontogiorgou, a Greek university student, early Sunday morning....

Acropolis-facing mansion in Athens sparks legal dispute over false sale listing

Acropolis-facing mansion in Athens sparks legal dispute over false sale listing

The family of the late Elias Barbalias, a prominent Greek real estate developer, has denied authorizing the sale of their luxurious mansion overlooking the Acropolis, following a report about its listing earlier this week. ...

Pronomia scheme: Travel benefits for 125 lucky contestants

Pronomia scheme: Travel benefits for 125 lucky contestants

The countdown to Christmas has begun, and Bank of Cyprus is getting its customers in the festive mood, in a special way. The ‘pronomia’ loyalty scheme will give 125 lucky winners the chance to travel and enjoy new, unique experiences....

Bean Bar: Celebrating Christmas by supporting children

Bean Bar: Celebrating Christmas by supporting children

Bean Bar is getting in the festive spirit and welcomes the magic of Christmas, our children’s favourite holiday, while supporting the work of Hope for Children....

Officials finalize new district maps after local government overhaul

Officials finalize new district maps after local government overhaul

Work is underway to complete the new district maps of Cyprus, part of a sweeping reform to the country’s local administration that took effect on July 1, 2024. ...

Are you driving an unsafe car? Gaps in recall alerts spark concern in Cyprus

Are you driving an unsafe car? Gaps in recall alerts spark concern in Cyprus

Car safety in Cyprus is under the spotlight as gaps in the vehicle recall system are leaving drivers unknowingly at risk. ...

Cyprus to tighten rules for migrants who commit crimes

Cyprus to tighten rules for migrants who commit crimes

Cyprus is reviewing its rules for handling migrants who have special protection but commit serious crimes, according to a report by Kathimerini's George Kakouris....

From sunshine to snowflakes, a weather rollercoaster awaits

From sunshine to snowflakes, a weather rollercoaster awaits

It’s a bit of a mixed bag for the weather over the next few days, so keep those umbrellas handy but don’t pack away your sunglasses just yet!...

FT: How oil and gas companies hide methane emissions, threatening climate goals

FT: How oil and gas companies hide methane emissions, threatening climate goals

Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, is quietly driving climate change while remaining hidden from view. The oil and gas industry is among the largest contributors to this problem, with companies using various methods to obscure the true scale of their emissions. Here's what you need to know....

146 individuals repatriated as police crack down on illegal residency

146 individuals repatriated as police crack down on illegal residency

The Cyprus Police have ramped up efforts to tackle illegal residency on the island, arresting 80 individuals last week as part of coordinated operations across all districts....

Rising food prices leave Cypriot households struggling

Rising food prices leave Cypriot households struggling

A recent survey reveals that consumers in Cyprus are increasingly worried about their financial future, as rising food costs and economic challenges weigh heavily on households....

Giannis Antetokounmpo takes his first shot in film with Mykonos comedy

Giannis Antetokounmpo takes his first shot in film with Mykonos comedy

Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Greek NBA star known for his incredible rise from Athens to the Milwaukee Bucks, is now adding a new chapter to his impressive career—film production. ...

Huge fuel price gap in Nicosia puts consumers at a disadvantage

Huge fuel price gap in Nicosia puts consumers at a disadvantage

Consumers in Nicosia are facing large price differences at fuel stations, with some paying up to 308 euros more for heating oil than others. This price gap is raising questions about unfair competition in the market,...

Nadal: ''I'm not tired of playing tennis...it's my body that doesn't want to play anymore.''

Nadal: ''I'm not tired of playing tennis...it's my body that doesn't want to play anymore.''

Rafael Nadal, one of the greatest tennis players in history, has announced the end of his 20-year career following a 6-4, 6-4 defeat to Botic van de Zandschulp of the Netherlands in the Davis Cup on Tuesday....

The new 360 campaign by AFIS Cyprus openly addresses toxic relationships

The new 360 campaign by AFIS Cyprus openly addresses toxic relationships

The concept of toxic interpersonal relationships has become a staple of modern discourse, sparking numerous (and sometimes not-so-calm) online and offline conversations. ...

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