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07 March, 2025
 

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Limassol and Larnaca set for greener urban transport

Limassol and Larnaca set for greener urban transport

Cyprus has officially launched its Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMP) for Limassol and Larnaca, making a significant step towards the the country’s transition towards greener, more accessible urban spaces....

House of Representatives hosts conference on 75 years of Council of Europe

House of Representatives hosts conference on 75 years of Council of Europe

The House of Representatives is organising on Monday, in collaboration with the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), a conference on "75 years of operation of the Council of Europe: Republic of Cyprus - benefits and prospects"....

Tampa man uses straps to protect home from Hurricane Milton

Tampa man uses straps to protect home from Hurricane Milton

Tampa resident Mohammed Nijem has been called "legendary" after local media shared an image of his unconventional approach to protecting his home ahead of Hurricane Milton. ...

French Court clears Cyprus in $1.4 billion FBME Bank case

French Court clears Cyprus in $1.4 billion FBME Bank case

France’s highest court has brought an end to the $1.4 billion legal battle over the resolution of FBME Bank, ruling that the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) acted prudently and did not breach any obligations under a bilateral investment treaty between Cyprus and Lebanon....

Eight arrested in Cyprus over alleged terrorism links

Eight arrested in Cyprus over alleged terrorism links

The arrest of eight people in a coordinated operation by police in Paphos and Limassol has drawn significant attention, as the suspects appear to be linked to terrorism-related activities....

MED9 Summit focuses on Middle East crisis in Cyprus

MED9 Summit focuses on Middle East crisis in Cyprus

Leaders of southern European Union nations are meeting Friday in Paphos for the 11th MED9 Summit, with a focus on the escalating crisis in the Middle East....

Tesla unveils Robotaxi and Optimus Robot at ‘We, Robot’ event

Tesla unveils Robotaxi and Optimus Robot at ‘We, Robot’ event

Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcased the company’s latest autonomous vehicle, the Cybercab Robotaxi, during the "We, Robot" event at Warner Bros. Studios on Thursday....

Family, unaccompanied minor transferred to Pournara after crossing Green Line

Family, unaccompanied minor transferred to Pournara after crossing Green Line

A family of four and an unaccompanied minor, all of Somali origin, were found in the early hours of Friday after reportedly crossing into the Republic of Cyprus from non-government-controlled areas....

Ethel Kennedy, human rights advocate and widow of RFK, dies at 96

Ethel Kennedy, human rights advocate and widow of RFK, dies at 96

Ethel Kennedy, the widow of former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and a longtime advocate for human rights, passed away on Thursday at the age of 96. She had suffered a stroke last week and was hospitalized before her death....

University of Nicosia Achieves Top 501-600 Global Rank in THE WUR 2025 

University of Nicosia Achieves Top 501-600 Global Rank in THE WUR 2025 

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) has held its rank among the top 501-600 universities globally for the third consecutive year, according to the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (WUR)....

New app teaches teens money management

New app teaches teens money management

As technology continues to evolve, digital currency is becoming an increasingly integral part of modern life, making daily transactions easier, faster, and more accessible....

Von der Leyen backs €5 million Paphos Haemodialysis expansion

Von der Leyen backs €5 million Paphos Haemodialysis expansion

The new Dialysis Unit at Paphos General Hospital was officially inaugurated this morning by Cyprus President Nicos Christodoulides and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen....

Night at the museum, Cyprus edition!

Night at the museum, Cyprus edition!

Imagine wandering through centuries of history while sipping cocktails (well maybe not exactly next to artifacts) and enjoying techno beats. ...

ECB cautiously prepares for further rate reductions

ECB cautiously prepares for further rate reductions

The intention of the central bankers on the European Central Bank’s (ECB) Governing Council to proceed with another interest rate cut next week, as inflation data proves favorable, is indirectly but clearly reflected in the minutes of their last meeting, released today....

Greece secures historic win against England amidst heartfelt loss

Greece secures historic win against England amidst heartfelt loss

Greece pulled off a historic 2-1 win against England in the Nations League on Thursday, but the victory was filled with sadness after the recent death of Greek international George Baldock. Baldock, who was just 31, was found dead in his swimming pool at his home in Glyfada earlier this week....

UK youth joblessness jumps 25% since 2022

UK youth joblessness jumps 25% since 2022

A growing number of young people in the United Kingdom......

Cyprus hosts European Commission President for MED9 Summit

Cyprus hosts European Commission President for MED9 Summit

President Nicos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus welcomed Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, ...

Hurricane Milton causes widespread damage in Florida

Hurricane Milton causes widespread damage in Florida

Hurricane Milton struck Florida on Thursday, unleashing severe winds and rain that left at least 11 people dead and plunged nearly 2.9 million homes and businesses into darkness....

Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale a cold shell commercial building in Strovolos as well as large residential fields and other attractive properties in Nicosia and Paphos....

Jordan's King Abdullah joins MED9 Summit for key security talks

Jordan's King Abdullah joins MED9 Summit for key security talks

Leaders from nine Mediterranean nations convened in Cyprus on Friday for the MED9 Summit, reaffirming their commitment to tackling shared challenges. ...

Sunny skies and weekend vibes, perfect weather ahead!

Sunny skies and weekend vibes, perfect weather ahead!

Get ready for a fabulous weekend! Today, we’re looking at mostly clear skies with a few clouds popping in here and there. Perfect for any outdoor plans! ...

Digital Agenda: The Bright Side of Cyprus and Its Technological Prospects

Digital Agenda: The Bright Side of Cyprus and Its Technological Prospects

Renowned international speakers, top Cypriot innovators, and key government officials came together at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024 to discuss the future of digital transformation and global trends in innovation, talent management, and creativity....

Soaring prices of fruits and vegetables hitting consumers hard

Soaring prices of fruits and vegetables hitting consumers hard

Cypriot consumers are feeling the pinch as the prices of fruits, vegetables, and greens have surged, making it harder for households to purchase these essential goods....

Ukraine imposes sanctions on Cypriot lawyer and associates

Ukraine imposes sanctions on Cypriot lawyer and associates

Ukraine has added several Cypriot individuals and companies to its sanctions list, including prominent lawyer Andreas Sofocleous and employees from his law firm, Andreas M. Sofocleous & Co LLC, which operates both in Cyprus and Ukraine....

British tourists hospitalized after bartender serves cleaning fluid in Crete

British tourists hospitalized after bartender serves cleaning fluid in Crete

Five men were hospitalized after being served a cleaning agent instead of alcohol at a luxury hotel in Gouves, Crete, on Saturday....

Attorney General and Auditor General vow strong cooperation

Attorney General and Auditor General vow strong cooperation

Attorney General George Savvidis and newly appointed Auditor General Andreas Papaconstantinou are determined to work closely together for a smooth and effective partnership. ...

Ministers back LGBTQI Strategy in Cyprus

Ministers back LGBTQI Strategy in Cyprus

The Cyprus Council of Ministers approved Wednesday the creation of a National Strategy focused on the LGBTQI community. ...

Cyprus and Greece strengthen defense ties in ''Iris - 2024'' exercises

Cyprus and Greece strengthen defense ties in ''Iris - 2024'' exercises

The final phase of the ''IRIS - 2024'' exercise, part of the Transatlantic Tactical Post-Troop Exercise (TAMS), took place in Kalo Chorio with the notable participation of two F-16 fighter aircraft from the Hellenic Air Force. This marks their first involvement since 2019....

Agios Efstratios becomes Greece's first 100% green energy island

Agios Efstratios becomes Greece's first 100% green energy island

Work on a pilot project to make the small northern Aegean island of Agios Efstratios (Ai Stratis) run entirely and autonomously on green energy has been successfully completed, Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator SA (DEDDIE) announced on Wednesday. ...

Florida: Fire Chief warned, ''If you stay here, you will die''

Florida: Fire Chief warned, ''If you stay here, you will die''

Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida late Wednesday as a Category 3 storm, causing widespread destruction and flooding. The storm made landfall south of Tampa, with powerful winds, heavy rain, and tornadoes battering cities across the state....

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