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08 November, 2024
 

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Piki shares the government's tech-powered 6-year plan

Piki shares the government's tech-powered 6-year plan

The government is ramping up the execution of a series of projects, bolstering resources and expertise in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy, according to Irene Piki, Deputy Minister to the president....

Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit explores how government and tech team up

Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit explores how government and tech team up

During today's Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, Irene Piki, the Deputy Minister to the President, provided valuable insights into the intricate relationship between government strategic priorities and the transformative power of technology....

Reuters journalist killed in cross-border fire

Reuters journalist killed in cross-border fire

Reuters editor-in-chief Alessandra Galloni called for an investigation into the death of Issam Abdallah, the Reuters video journalist who was killed Friday when he was struck by a shell that originated in Israel while filming cross-border fire between Israel and Lebanon....

Cyprus urges a serious approach to Middle East crisis

Cyprus urges a serious approach to Middle East crisis

The war in the Middle East, triggered by a heinous and barbaric terrorist attack by Hamas last Saturday, is a situation that Cyprus is unfortunately familiar with....

Limassol district in shock after car explosion

Limassol district in shock after car explosion

In the early hours of Tuesday (17/10), the tranquil suburbs of Limassol District in Cyprus were rattled by a powerful explosion that has prompted an immediate response from local authorities....

Ursula von der Leyen to address Cyprus problem

Ursula von der Leyen to address Cyprus problem

The European Commission has reaffirmed its position on the Cyprus issue in a letter penned on behalf of its President Ursula von der Leyen and addressed to the Famagusta Association of Great Britain President Dr Vassilis Mavrou....

Investment funds hit record high at €2.9 billion

Investment funds hit record high at €2.9 billion

Assets investment by investment funds in Cyprus rose to €2.9 billion in the second quarter of this year, reaching the highest point ever, manifesting the sector’s growing contribution to the Cypriot economy....

Acquisition talks between Astrobank and CDB Bank heat up

Acquisition talks between Astrobank and CDB Bank heat up

As of the beginning of the week, high-ranking officials from both banks had a meeting to discuss transaction details and the way forward....

This is the program for the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2023

This is the program for the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2023

31 prominent figures will present and discuss contemporary issues and trends in technology, communication, energy, sustainable development, entertainment, automotive, and work....

Rising rent costs challenge Cyprus middle-class budgets

Rising rent costs challenge Cyprus middle-class budgets

A disconcerting trend is unfolding in Cyprus, where not only are the prices of essential goods on the rise, but rents are also skyrocketing, sparking extensive debates and concerns throughout society according to a report on Philenews....

Walt Disney's 100-year story of success

Walt Disney's 100-year story of success

The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary....

Real estate market remains unpredictable despite economic chaos

Real estate market remains unpredictable despite economic chaos

Everything around us exudes a sense of precision. Costs are on the rise, from the basic materials used in production to the final products we consume. ...

The big picture

The big picture

With whom do we stand? Could it be that this question circulates, covertly or overtly, in the aftermath of the atrocities we've witnessed?...

Cyprus could meet 40% of its energy needs through solar power by 2030

Cyprus could meet 40% of its energy needs through solar power by 2030

Cyprus is on track to meet 40% of its energy needs through solar power by 2030, according to Francesco La Camera, the Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)....

Explosion shakes tavern in Aglantzia

Explosion shakes tavern in Aglantzia

A disruptive event unfolded in the early hours of Monday in the Nicosia district, as an explosion sent shockwaves through a tavern in the neighborhood of Aglantzia....

MINTHIS welcomes the renowned Artist Felix Volossenkov for an exclusive Art Exhibition in collaboration with Chemisov Art G

MINTHIS welcomes the renowned Artist Felix Volossenkov for an exclusive Art Exhibition in collaboration with Chemisov Art G

MINTHIS resort proudly presents an exclusive Art Exhibition featuring the renowned Russian artist, Felix Volossenkov, unveiling his unique and multi-dimensional works with a grand opening on the 20th of October in collaboration with Chemisov Art G....

Cyprus to make swift decision on EuroAsia interconnector participation

Cyprus to make swift decision on EuroAsia interconnector participation

Cyprus' decision as to whether it will participate in the EuroAsia Interconnector will be taken once the project study is submitted in mid-November, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry George Papanastasiou told CNA....

US Embassy to lead American evacuation from Haifa to Cyprus

US Embassy to lead American evacuation from Haifa to Cyprus

The US Embassy in Nicosia is organizing the departure of US citizens from Haifa to Cyprus by sea on Monday in cooperation with Cyprus, the Embassy announced via the X platform on Sunday....

Mobile units lead the way in sustainable disposal and awareness

Mobile units lead the way in sustainable disposal and awareness

Four mobile units are set to embark on a crucial mission across Cyprus, collecting hazardous household waste as part of a groundbreaking initiative established by the Ministry of Agriculture....

What's in store at the 6th Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit tomorrow?

What's in store at the 6th Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit tomorrow?

Nicosia is embracing a new identity as it transforms into a global educational and technological hub, thanks to the upcoming 6th Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit in 2023....

Biden warns that Israel's Gaza occupation could be a potential 'Big Mistake'

Biden warns that Israel's Gaza occupation could be a potential 'Big Mistake'

Any move by Israel to occupy Gaza would be a “big mistake,” US president Joe Biden has said, amid hopes that the enclave’s border with Egypt would open to allow aid in, as Israeli troops continued to prepare for a ground invasion....

Tavern in Nicosia shaken by early morning blast

Tavern in Nicosia shaken by early morning blast

In the early hours of Monday morning, a powerful explosion rocked the serene province of Nicosia, sending shockwaves through the quiet neighborhood of Aglantzia....

Cyprus secures third place in 'The Economist' economic pentathlon

Cyprus secures third place in 'The Economist' economic pentathlon

With three gold and two silver medals, Cyprus ranks third in The Economist’s economic pentathlon which has calculated how the 27 EU member states perform on the five major challenges facing them, namely demand/inflation, debt, demography, decarbonisation and decoupling from the world’s autocracies....

The surge of violence in the Middle East

The surge of violence in the Middle East

The latest escalation of conflict in the Middle East marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing Arab-Israeli dispute....

Sunny start, stormy end

Sunny start, stormy end

Local weather forecasts are predicting a mixed bag of conditions in the days ahead. On Monday, October 16th, some areas may experience small showers or even brief storms. ...

Trump accuses Forbes of collusion in Wealthiest List

Trump accuses Forbes of collusion in Wealthiest List

Donald Trump “demanded” an apology from Forbes magazine after it dropped him from its list of the 400 wealthiest people in the US for the second time in three years....

Hamas displays Israeli babies in chilling video

Hamas displays Israeli babies in chilling video

Hamas has released chilling footage that appears to show terrorists picking up and cradling Israeli babies and small children. ...

Grazer takes crown in Alaska's Fat Bear Week

Grazer takes crown in Alaska's Fat Bear Week

A "gutsy" brown bear described as "thicker than a bowl of oatmeal" has been crowned the champion of Alaska's annual Fat Bear Week competition....

Exciting AI innovations await at Digital Agenda Summit 2023

Exciting AI innovations await at Digital Agenda Summit 2023

Get ready for a thrilling day of technological exploration and innovation at the upcoming Digital Agenda Summit 2023. This annual event promises to be even more captivating this year, with a lineup of remarkable speakers, discussions, and an exciting new feature...

Hamas to broadcast executions of Israeli hostages online

Hamas to broadcast executions of Israeli hostages online

Hamas militants have vowed to broadcast their executions of Israeli hostages on the internet. Recent history shows there's virtually nothing tech companies can do to prevent that from happening....

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