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01 November, 2024
 

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Greece-Cyprus pact aims to close transplant gap with Europe

Greece-Cyprus pact aims to close transplant gap with Europe

In a move which would help Greece and Cyprus catch up with Europe in the field of transplants, the two countries signed two cooperation agreements on Thursday for the exchange of kidneys and lungs....

Man seriously injured after diving from veranda and missing pool

Man seriously injured after diving from veranda and missing pool

A 55-year-old man suffered serious injuries on Thursday evening, September 19, after a fall at a rented house in Peyia....

Calls to reduce fines for late UBO submissions in Cyprus

Calls to reduce fines for late UBO submissions in Cyprus

High fines have spurred companies in Cyprus to comply with the submission of beneficial ownership details to the Company Registrar's Beneficial Ownership Register. ...

FTC accuses Meta of putting profits ahead of user privacy

FTC accuses Meta of putting profits ahead of user privacy

A years-long study has uncovered that major social media and internet companies are involved in "mass surveillance" to capitalize on users' personal data, according to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC)....

M&M’s drops a sweet bomb, peanut butter & jelly flavor is here!

M&M’s drops a sweet bomb, peanut butter & jelly flavor is here!

M&M's has done it again! Just in time for candy season, the iconic brand has unveiled a new flavor that has everyone buzzing: Peanut Butter and Jelly!...

Respect for justice in action, not just words

Respect for justice in action, not just words

The Constitutional Court's decision to remove Odysseas Michaelides as Auditor General deserves careful consideration by all involved before making public statements. ...

Convicted murderer still at large 17 years after prison escape

Convicted murderer still at large 17 years after prison escape

Seventeen years after escaping from Cyprus' Central Prison, convicted murderer Panagiotis Netzati remains on the run, with his name still listed on Interpol’s most-wanted list....

Luxury properties, residential parcels, for sale by AstroBank

Luxury properties, residential parcels, for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale large houses, residential parcels of land in Nicosia and Paphos, as well as a commercial building in Nicosia with all the amenities....

Supreme Court ruling shakes political landscape in Cyprus

Supreme Court ruling shakes political landscape in Cyprus

In a report written by Kathimerini's Christos Bouris, the recent decision by the Supreme Court to remove Odysseus Michaelides from his role as Auditor General marks a significant and historic event in Cyprus. ...

Cyprus inflation falls to 2.2% in August

Cyprus inflation falls to 2.2% in August

Inflation in Cyprus dropped to 2.2% in August, down from 2.4% in July, matching the overall trend in the eurozone. Across the EU, inflation also fell to 2.4%, compared to 2.8% the previous month, according to Eurostat. A year ago, inflation rates were higher, with Cyprus at 3.1% and the eurozone at 5.2%....

Building permits surge 150% in June amid major reform

Building permits surge 150% in June amid major reform

Building permits issued in Cyprus saw a massive 150% jump in June 2024 compared to the same month last year, as authorities worked to clear a backlog ahead of a major reform. ...

A mix of sun, showers, and some thunder!

A mix of sun, showers, and some thunder!

Happy Friday! Here's what to expect as you kick off your weekend:...

Hezbollah leader calls Israeli attack a ''declaration of war'' (vid)

Hezbollah leader calls Israeli attack a ''declaration of war'' (vid)

In a televised speech Thursday, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah condemned Israel's remote detonation of pagers and walkie-talkies in Lebanon as a ''declaration of war.''...

Cyprus backs UN call for Israel to end occupation in Palestine

Cyprus backs UN call for Israel to end occupation in Palestine

According to a report by Kathimerini's Christos Bouris, Cyprus has supported a United Nations resolution urging Israel to end its occupation of Palestinian territories within a year....

Electric cars outnumber petrol cars in Norway for the first time

Electric cars outnumber petrol cars in Norway for the first time

Norway has made history by becoming the first country where electric vehicles (EVs) now outnumber petrol cars. ...

Scientists store DNA on 5D crystal to preserve humanity for the future

Scientists store DNA on 5D crystal to preserve humanity for the future

Imagine a future where, even if humanity faces extinction, there’s a way to bring us back. That’s exactly what a team of British scientists is working on....

1KM MEDOCHEMIE FAMILY FUN RUN

1KM MEDOCHEMIE FAMILY FUN RUN

Medochemie, the largest pharmaceutical company in Cyprus, has a longstanding commitment to supporting sports and promoting initiatives that encourage physical activity......

Israel's shadow operations: A timeline of tactics

Israel's shadow operations: A timeline of tactics

Israel is suspected of conducting various covert operations, including recent explosions of Hezbollah devices in Lebanon and cyberattacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. ...

US military boosts forces in Alaska amid increased Russian activity

US military boosts forces in Alaska amid increased Russian activity

The U.S. military has deployed approximately 130 soldiers and mobile rocket launchers to Shemya Island in the Aleutian chain of western Alaska, responding to increased Russian military activity in the region. ...

How did Israel turn Hezbollah’s pagers into deadly weapons?

How did Israel turn Hezbollah’s pagers into deadly weapons?

Israel orchestrated the recent explosions of Hezbollah-linked pagers and walkie-talkies in Lebanon, according to defense and intelligence sources, leading to the deaths of at least 32 people and injuring thousands....

Moody’s sees positive outlook for Hellenic Bank following Eurobank deal

Moody’s sees positive outlook for Hellenic Bank following Eurobank deal

Moody’s upgraded Hellenic Bank’s credit rating to Baa2 from Baa3 on Wednesday, citing the recent acquisition of a 56% stake by Eurobank S.A. The agency also revised the bank's outlook to positive. ...

Andreas Petsas named new CEO of Eurobank Cyprus

Andreas Petsas named new CEO of Eurobank Cyprus

Eurobank Cyprus’ Board of Directors, decided to appoint Mr Andreas Petsas as a Member of the Board of Directors and as the Bank’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), in a meeting held on 17 September 2024 in Nicosia....

Aphrodite gas project moves to new phase of talks from January, 2025

Aphrodite gas project moves to new phase of talks from January, 2025

Chevron and the Republic of Cyprus have agreed to enter a four-month negotiation period to finalize plans for the development of the ‘Aphrodite’ gas field in Block 12 of Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). ...

Dutch government requests opt-out from EU asylum rules

Dutch government requests opt-out from EU asylum rules

The Netherlands’ new coalition government, led by Geert Wilders’ far-right Party For Freedom (PVV), has requested an opt-out from the European Union’s asylum rules,...

EU Commission refuses Dutch request to leave asylum system

EU Commission refuses Dutch request to leave asylum system

In a surprising move, the Netherlands has requested an opt-out from the EU migration and asylum system, just days after Germany reintroduced border controls. ...

EUNOMIA 5-2024: Cyprus, Greece, Italy, and France join forces

EUNOMIA 5-2024: Cyprus, Greece, Italy, and France join forces

With the aim of improving the mutual understanding and interoperability between the Cyprus National Guard, the Greek, Italian and French Armed Forces, the "EUNOMIA 5-2024" Aeronautical Exercise, which took place from 12 to 18 September 2024, was completed....

Leaders meet amid concerns over delayed GSI agreement

Leaders meet amid concerns over delayed GSI agreement

A summit meeting between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides is set for Thursday, amid growing tensions over the future of the electricity interconnection project between Crete and Cyprus....

Three arrested in Dhekelia for illegal bird trapping raid

Three arrested in Dhekelia for illegal bird trapping raid

Three men were arrested in the Dhekelia area on Monday morning after a Sovereign Base Area Police anti-bird trapping raid discovered them in an orchard using active mist nets....

Eurobank and India collaborate to create strategic business council

Eurobank and India collaborate to create strategic business council

Mr. Ioannou raised concerns about whether the bank has a plan to maintain its strong profitability, which has largely come from rising interest rates......

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