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Health Minister highlights breast cancer screening upgrades

Health Minister highlights breast cancer screening upgrades

President Nikos Christodoulides announced the addition of three new cancer screening programs for both men and women during his address at the 20th annual "Pink Silhouette Walk" organized by Europa Donna Cyprus, in Nicosia, on Saturday, in a bid to raise awareness on breast cancer. ...

EU Court blocks partial 'safe' zones for refugee returns

EU Court blocks partial 'safe' zones for refugee returns

The European Court of Justice has ruled against the fragmentation of third countries into "safe" and "unsafe" areas, a decision that affects efforts......

Havana Club Joins the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

Havana Club Joins the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

The Cyprus Cocktail Festival, widely recognized as the country's premier cocktail event, returns for its 5th edition, promising a spectacular evening of signature drinks from 20 top cocktail bars from Cyprus and abroad. ...

Series of events #Moments at the Museum '24 at the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation

Series of events #Moments at the Museum '24 at the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation

I sing and illustrate the traditional songs of my country...

Eminente at the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

Eminente at the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

The highly anticipated Cyprus Cocktail Festival, now in its 5th year, returns to deliver an unforgettable evening of signature cocktails from 20 of the best bars in Cyprus and beyond. ...

Cypriot startups take the spotlight at the Digital Agenda Summit

Cypriot startups take the spotlight at the Digital Agenda Summit

This year’s Digital Agenda Summit will feature some of Cyprus's most exciting startups, showcasing how they've turned their innovative ideas into real-world success. ...

Trilateral talks on October 15: Will Christodoulides and Tatar find common ground for Cyprus?

Trilateral talks on October 15: Will Christodoulides and Tatar find common ground for Cyprus?

The National Council will meet Monday at 11 a.m. at the Presidential Palace to strategize ahead of a critical trilateral meeting in New York, where Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar are set to discuss the island’s future on October 15. ...

Former UN Ambassador Hadjimichael dies from injuries after car crash

Former UN Ambassador Hadjimichael dies from injuries after car crash

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep shock at the death of Minas Hadjimichael, who succumbed to injuries sustained in a car accident in Limassol on September 27, 2024....

Hezbollah strikes Haifa as Israel marks one year since Hamas attack on festival

Hezbollah strikes Haifa as Israel marks one year since Hamas attack on festival

Hezbollah launched rockets at Israel's third-largest city, Haifa, early Monday, coinciding with the first anniversary of the Gaza war, which has heightened tensions across the Middle East....

Industrial turnover index hits 152.7 units in July 2024

Industrial turnover index hits 152.7 units in July 2024

In July 2024, the Industrial Turnover Index reached 152.7 units (base 2021=100), recording an increase of 6.,3% compared to July 2023, according to data published by the Statistical Service on Friday....

Threats made against speed camera operator in Larnaca

Threats made against speed camera operator in Larnaca

A speed camera operator reported receiving verbal threats from three individuals early this morning in Larnaca, according to police. ...

Australians evacuate to Cyprus as conflict in Lebanon intensifies

Australians evacuate to Cyprus as conflict in Lebanon intensifies

Australia commenced a significant evacuation of its nationals from Lebanon on Saturday, utilizing Cyprus as a transit point due to intensified Israeli military actions against Hezbollah. ...

Prognosys Solutions celebrates 20 Years of innovation and leadership in regulatory compliance

Prognosys Solutions celebrates 20 Years of innovation and leadership in regulatory compliance

Prognosys Solutions, the leading provider of regulatory reporting solutions for the banking and financial industries in Cyprus, celebrated its 20th......

Cyprus activates national plan for potential evacuations from Lebanon

Cyprus activates national plan for potential evacuations from Lebanon

Nicosia remains on high alert as it prepares for potential crises stemming from escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, including the possibility of a large-scale conflict involving Hezbollah in Lebanon....

Cyprus worried about inflation as tensions rise between Israel and Iran

Cyprus worried about inflation as tensions rise between Israel and Iran

The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran could disrupt global energy supply chains, with Cyprus likely to feel the effects....

$1,800 boat trips in high demand amid Lebanon conflict

$1,800 boat trips in high demand amid Lebanon conflict

Before war engulfed Lebanon, the Princess 2010 yacht was a symbol of leisure, cruising along the coast with passengers paying $600 each to enjoy its 24-meter luxury. ...

Cyprus Comic Con ends with stunning cosplay and gaming highlights

Cyprus Comic Con ends with stunning cosplay and gaming highlights

This weekend, Cyprus Comic Con 2024 turned Nicosia into a lively celebration of pop culture, welcoming fans of all ages....

Week starts with mostly clear weather, mild winds to follow

Week starts with mostly clear weather, mild winds to follow

A weak low-pressure system will temporarily affect the area today. ...

Cyprus submits commandaria for UNESCO cultural status

Cyprus submits commandaria for UNESCO cultural status

Cyprus has officially submitted its candidacy to register Commandaria, a historic sweet wine, on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, the Deputy Ministry of Culture announced....

TikToker breaks open Temu lamp, finds real croissant inside

TikToker breaks open Temu lamp, finds real croissant inside

A TikToker’s bedroom lamp turned out to be more suitable for a kitchen table. ...

Cyprus reveals ''Crystal Waters'' as Junior Eurovision 2024 entry

Cyprus reveals ''Crystal Waters'' as Junior Eurovision 2024 entry

Cyprus has unveiled its entry for Junior Eurovision 2024, a song titled "Crystal Waters," performed by 11-year-old Maria Pissarides. The announcement was made by Cyprus' national broadcaster, CyBC....

Greek Cypriot dialect preserves Ancient Greek roots

Greek Cypriot dialect preserves Ancient Greek roots

Greek and Greek Cypriot dialects have distinct characteristics that have developed over millennia. ...

Agros Rosewater gains EU protection for its distinctive aroma

Agros Rosewater gains EU protection for its distinctive aroma

Agros Rosewater is “an aromatic water produced from whole flowers of a species of aromatic rose that grows in the community of Agros, in southwest Cyprus, the rosa damascena. The product is characterised by a particularly intense aroma, which resembles the scent of fresh roses”, the Commission notes in its press release. ...

Cyprus Civil Defence shelters ready for 30% of population

Cyprus Civil Defence shelters ready for 30% of population

Cyprus' Civil Defence has 2,200 shelters currently available, capable of accommodating 30% of the island's population in case of an emergency, according to spokesperson Panayiotis Liassides. Efforts are underway to increase the number of shelters, especially in urban areas....

Limassol office costs outpace London and Amsterdam

Limassol office costs outpace London and Amsterdam

Office rental prices in Cyprus, particularly in Limassol, have exceeded those in cities like London and Amsterdam, according to major tech companies operating on the island....

Cyprus to fast-track 22,000 asylum applications

Cyprus to fast-track 22,000 asylum applications

The reduction in migration flows due to government measures offers Cyprus the opportunity to speed up the processing of 22,000 pending asylum applications, said Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection, Nikolas Ioannides....

Head of Soul Publishing Aleksandra Sulimko at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit

Head of Soul Publishing Aleksandra Sulimko at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit

Aleksandra Sulimko is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at TheSoul Publishing, where she drives the company’s operational excellence, alignment, and best management practices across the business....

Don Julio Tequila at the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

Don Julio Tequila at the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

The premier cocktail festival in Cyprus, now a well-established tradition, returns for the 5th time to offer an unforgettable evening featuring exclusive signature cocktails from 20 of the top cocktail bars from Cyprus and beyond. ...

Bridging divides: Celebrating German Unity Day in Cyprus

Bridging divides: Celebrating German Unity Day in Cyprus

Last night, the German Embassy in Cyprus hosted a vibrant reception at Chateau Status to celebrate the 34th anniversary of German Unity Day....

Cyprus increases funds for animal welfare groups

Cyprus increases funds for animal welfare groups

President Nikos Christodoulides, marking World Animal Day on Oct. 4, announced the expansion of the mandate of Environment Commissioner Dr. Antonia Theodosiou to include animal welfare. ...

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