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25 April, 2024
 

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Dust and high temperatures expected

Dust and high temperatures expected

High pressure and warm air mass are set to influence the weather in the region, according to the forecast by the Meteorological Service. Dust is expected to linger in the atmosphere until Friday, with concentrations periodically increasing....

Agreement reached on foreign worker policy

Agreement reached on foreign worker policy

In a significant development, all social partners have come to an agreement regarding the participation of foreign workers in Cyprus' labor market. Labour and Social Partners Minister Yannis Panagiotou announced the breakthrough, highlighting the importance of cooperation among stakeholders in addressing challenges facing the job market....

Cyprus ends 2023 with €918.7 million fiscal surplus

Cyprus ends 2023 with €918.7 million fiscal surplus

Cyprus's financial report card for 2023 is in, and it's showing some positive signs. According to the Statistical Service of Cyprus, the country ended the year with a fiscal surplus of €918.7 million. That's like having extra money left over after paying all the bills....

Rutland reveals first ever statue of Queen Elizabeth II

Rutland reveals first ever statue of Queen Elizabeth II

A statue of Queen Elizabeth II, thought to be the first permanent memorial to the late monarch, has been unveiled in Rutland....

Spain and Greece face dire drought conditions

Spain and Greece face dire drought conditions

“The tourism sector has to adapt to the situation we are experiencing, which is absolutely abnormal,” a member of the Catalan government told the Financial Times......

Nicosia ring road faces setbacks, delays and budget overruns

Nicosia ring road faces setbacks, delays and budget overruns

The Nicosia Ring Road project, a cornerstone of infrastructure development in Cyprus, has encountered significant setbacks, including delays and budget overruns, casting a shadow over its completion prospects and anticipated benefits, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras in Kathimerini's Sunday edition....

Karolina Pelendritou dominates 50m freestyle at European Championships

Karolina Pelendritou dominates 50m freestyle at European Championships

Karolina Pelendritou is the champion of the 50 m. free race at the European Para-swimming European Open Championships in Madeira....

Sophia Vassiliou: Paying it forward

Sophia Vassiliou: Paying it forward

As the European elections draw near, Cyprus finds itself amidst the emergence of a new political entity: VOLT. This dynamic party brings a breath of fresh air to our political landscape, ...

Wind and solar could power Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East by 2050

Wind and solar could power Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East by 2050

The significant potential and great potential of wind and solar energy in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region up to 2050 is revealed......

Europe's heat-related deaths surge by 30% in 20 years, report finds

Europe's heat-related deaths surge by 30% in 20 years, report finds

Scorching weather has baked Europe in more days of “extreme heat stress” than its scientists have ever seen....

Angelides calls for 'checks and balances' on Michaelides' conduct

Angelides calls for 'checks and balances' on Michaelides' conduct

In a recent interview with Andreas Kimitris, Deputy Attorney General Savvas Angelides stressed the importance of following the right steps when looking into the Auditor General's behavior. ...

Cypriot banks predicted to surpass €1.2 billion profits in 2024

Cypriot banks predicted to surpass €1.2 billion profits in 2024

In a landmark year, Cypriot banks soared to unprecedented heights, boasting profits exceeding €1.1 billion in 2023....

Israeli intelligence chief quits after Hamas attack

Israeli intelligence chief quits after Hamas attack

The head of Israel's military intelligence directorate, Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva, resigned on Monday, marking the first senior figure to step down over the failures surrounding Hamas' unprecedented Oct. 7 attack....

Cyprus faces backlash over forced deportations of refugees

Cyprus faces backlash over forced deportations of refugees

The European Union is on track to unveil a support package for Lebanon by May 2, as announced by President Christodoulides, according to George Kakouris' article in Kathimerini's Sunday edition....

Alternative investments and portfolio diversification

Alternative investments and portfolio diversification

In contrast to traditional investments in stocks and bonds, portfolios incorporating alternative investments have historically offered higher returns, a trend that has become more prevalent in recent years. ...

Cyprus problem takes back seat to Euro-Turkish relations

Cyprus problem takes back seat to Euro-Turkish relations

President Christodoulides focused his efforts during both preparatory meetings and the summit (17-18 April) on forging a connection between the resolution......

Lost promises, missed chances: Secrets behind Cyprus' EU entry

Lost promises, missed chances: Secrets behind Cyprus' EU entry

In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini's Marina Economidou, Gunter Verheugen sheds light on the intricacies of negotiations surrounding the Cyprus problem at Burgenstock....

Summer optimism in Cyprus tourism despite regional uncertainty

Summer optimism in Cyprus tourism despite regional uncertainty

Tourism in Cyprus soared last March, boasting a 9.8% increase, welcoming 202,256 travelers. From January to March 2024, arrivals hit 415,251, marking a 5.4% rise....

Gaza doctors save baby from womb after mother dies

Gaza doctors save baby from womb after mother dies

In Rafah, Palestinians are grappling with the aftermath of a relentless series of Israeli airstrikes that have left 22 people dead, with 18 of them being children....

Two teens injured in Ayia Napa motorcycle accident

Two teens injured in Ayia Napa motorcycle accident

In a critical condition, a 17-year-old resident of Paralimni is hospitalized at the Nicosia General Hospital after being injured last night in a road collision in Ayia Napa....

Dusty weather forecasted this week

Dusty weather forecasted this week

A high-pressure system is impacting the region, leading to an increase in dust particles suspended in the atmosphere, with concentrations expected to rise intermittently starting tomorrow....

Protesters rally against police brutality and bias

Protesters rally against police brutality and bias

A peaceful demonstration unfolded Saturday at noon in Eleftheria Square, driven by the African Community in Cyprus and bolstered by allied organizations. ...

Lawyers reveal source of €807,000 found in safe

Lawyers reveal source of €807,000 found in safe

Lawyers representing two monks at the center of the scandal at the Monastery of Saint Avvakum have returned with a new letter, shedding light on the origin of the €807,000 found in a safe. ...

Cyprus leads the charge in sustainable aquaculture

Cyprus leads the charge in sustainable aquaculture

The Ministerial Conference on Oceans, titled ''Our Resilient Shared Ocean: From Cyprus to Samoa,'' concluded with optimistic messages regarding the future of water resource management....

Syrian population in Cyprus now at around 30,000

Syrian population in Cyprus now at around 30,000

Approximately 30,000 Syrians currently reside in the Republic of Cyprus, either under subsidiary protection status or illegally, according to data from the Ministry of Interior. ...

Greek royal couple announce divorce after 13 years

Greek royal couple announce divorce after 13 years

In a joint announcement released on April 19, Prince Nikolaos and Princess Tatiana of Greece revealed their decision to end their marriage of 13 years. ...

Heartbreaking Gaza photo wins World Press Photo of the Year

Heartbreaking Gaza photo wins World Press Photo of the Year

Reuters photographer Mohammed Salem captured this year’s prestigious World Press Photo of the Year award Thursday with a depiction of loss and sorrow in Gaza, a heartrending photo of a Palestinian woman cradling the body of her young niece....

Golden Donkeys Farm to host pre-Easter party this spring

Golden Donkeys Farm to host pre-Easter party this spring

The Golden Donkeys Farm in Skarinou is once again opening its doors, welcoming visitors for delightful family outings featuring a rich spring program....

Your perfect Easter getaway: Atlantica Hotels & Resorts invites you

Your perfect Easter getaway: Atlantica Hotels & Resorts invites you

If you're considering where to spend your Easter holidays, the hotels of Atlantica Hotels & Resorts group are the ideal destination....

Locomondo to rock Cyprus in epic summer concert

Locomondo to rock Cyprus in epic summer concert

3 of a Kind Company presents the renowned band Locomondo in an electrifying concert, promising a night to remember this summer. ...

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