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50,000 vehicles in Cyprus face recall over defective Takata airbags

50,000 vehicles in Cyprus face recall over defective Takata airbags

Cyprus could see up to 50,000 cars recalled due to the dangerous Takata airbags, a defective part responsible for deaths and injuries around the world, including in Cyprus. ...

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François Bayrou Appointed France's New Prime Minister

François Bayrou Appointed France's New Prime Minister

In a move aimed at stabilizing France's fractured political landscape, President Emmanuel Macron has appointed François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister, the Elysée announced on Friday. ...

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The amphetamine that toppled Assad

The amphetamine that toppled Assad

The rapid collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government in Syria came as a surprise to many. After a fierce, multi-day assault, rebel forces captured the capital, Damascus, on Sunday, forcing Assad to flee to Russia. ...

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Cypriot MP's take a break from 'banking on' reform

Cypriot MP's take a break from 'banking on' reform

Yesterday, we witnessed one of the most evenly matched votes ever held in the Cyprus Parliament. MPs were called to vote on the proposal from AKEL for a one-off tax on bank profits....

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Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

The Cyprus Parliament was busy on Thursday, voting on a series of important bills that could reshape the island's economic landscape and support families....

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Chania gas station bans fueling motorcyclists without helmets

Chania gas station bans fueling motorcyclists without helmets

A gas station in Chania, Crete, has announced a controversial new policy that will no longer provide fuel to any motorcycle—big or small—if the driver or passenger isn’t wearing a helmet. This decision comes in the wake of a tragic accident that claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy in Kissamos....

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December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 06/12/2024

December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 06/12/2024

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

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Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

At Lidl Cyprus, Christmas is a time when giving and caring are of even greater importance....

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9,420 deported from Cyprus in 2024

9,420 deported from Cyprus in 2024

As of December 13, Cyprus has deported or repatriated 9,420 people in 2024, marking a slight increase compared to the 9,276 recorded during the same period last year, according to a statement from the Police....

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Residential land for sale by AstroBank

Residential land for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale residential plots of various sized in Paphos, Nicosia, Larnaca, and Famagusta....

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Parliament rejects AKEL’s 5% bank tax bill after tense showdown

Parliament rejects AKEL’s 5% bank tax bill after tense showdown

A dramatic session in parliament ended with the rejection of a contentious proposal by the opposition party AKEL, which aimed to impose an extraordinary 5% solidarity tax on bank interest income for 2024 and 2025. ...

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Sunshine, clouds, and a dash of weekend drama

Sunshine, clouds, and a dash of weekend drama

Happy Friday! Whether you’re planning a cozy evening, a hike, or just excited to kick back after a long week, here's what Mother Nature has in store for you today and beyond. ...

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New 'trend' of deep fake nude photos

New 'trend' of deep fake nude photos

Organizations and internet safety experts are raising alarms over the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) to create realistic but fake nude images of real women....

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Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers encourages creation and innovation

Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers encourages creation and innovation

The Future Skills Hub of the European University Cyprus, in collaboration with the Department of Secondary Technical and Vocational Education and Training of the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth, the Youth Board of Cyprus, and IDEP Lifelong Learning, successfully concluded the Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers. ...

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Stelios Foundation donates equipment to aid CMP efforts

Stelios Foundation donates equipment to aid CMP efforts

The Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, spearheaded by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, has made a significant contribution to the humanitarian mission of the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus (CMP)....

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TIME magazine to name Trump 'Person of the Year'

TIME magazine to name Trump 'Person of the Year'

Donald Trump is expected to be named 'Person of the Year' by Time magazine....

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ECB announces final rate cut for 2024

ECB announces final rate cut for 2024

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a 25 basis point reduction in interest rates, marking the fourth consecutive cut for 2024....

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Asma Assad 'not welcome' in the UK, says Foreign Secretary

Asma Assad 'not welcome' in the UK, says Foreign Secretary

The British wife of former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad, Asma Assad, has been confirmed as a sanctioned individual and is "not welcome" in the UK, according to Foreign Secretary David Lammy. ...

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Biden grants clemency to 1,500 individuals and pardons 39

Biden grants clemency to 1,500 individuals and pardons 39

President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that he is commuting the sentences of nearly 1,500 people and pardoning 39 others convicted of non-violent crimes, marking one of the largest single-day uses of presidential clemency in modern history....

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Cyprus recalls 11,000 Mazda Demio cars over faulty airbags

Cyprus recalls 11,000 Mazda Demio cars over faulty airbags

The Cyprus government is facing a growing issue involving hundreds of cars that need to be recalled due to faulty airbags. Specifically, about 11,000 Mazda Demio vehicles, imported as used cars from non-EU countries,...

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From stray to star: How a rescue dog from Cyprus is changing lives in the UK

From stray to star: How a rescue dog from Cyprus is changing lives in the UK

Sometimes, the best heroes come with wagging tails and floppy ears. ...

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Cyprus and Jordan strengthen defence ties

Cyprus and Jordan strengthen defence ties

Cyprus and Jordan have strengthened their military partnership with a new Defence Cooperation Agreement, signed during Defence Minister Vassilis Palmas' visit to Amman on Wednesday....

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US expands Cyprus defence role

US expands Cyprus defence role

US defence cooperation with Cyprus just took a significant step forward. Thanks to a new amendment to the US National Defence Authorization Act (NDAA), ...

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Cyprus reclaims rare antiquities from the US

Cyprus reclaims rare antiquities from the US

Cyprus celebrated the return of 266 valuable antiquities on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in cultural repatriation....

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Bean Bar brings Christmas magic to life

Bean Bar brings Christmas magic to life

Christmas time is here again, and Bean Bar invites us to experience the magic of the most beautiful time of the year and to make the true meaning of the holidays come true by supporting children in need....

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Cyprus and Oman sign double taxation deal to boost trade and investment

Cyprus and Oman sign double taxation deal to boost trade and investment

The Republic of Cyprus and the Sultanate of Oman have signed a new agreement aimed at avoiding double taxation and preventing tax evasion....

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Legal battle intensifies over Intrakat’s €7.2m guarantee for Paphos motorway

Legal battle intensifies over Intrakat’s €7.2m guarantee for Paphos motorway

The ongoing legal battle between the Republic of Cyprus and the contractor Intrakat over the Paphos-Polis Chrysochous motorway project continues to create a complicated mess with multiple court cases in play....

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Cyprus sees slow Syrian asylum withdrawals amid ongoing instability

Cyprus sees slow Syrian asylum withdrawals amid ongoing instability

The flow of Syrians requesting to withdraw their asylum applications in Cyprus remains low, despite the growing number of inquiries from individuals seeking information about the process. ...

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MPs set to vote on over 100 bills today, including 5% tax on banks and car recalls

MPs set to vote on over 100 bills today, including 5% tax on banks and car recalls

In today's last plenary session before the Christmas holidays, Cypriot MPs will vote on over 100 bills and legislative proposals, with attention focusing on several high-profile issues....

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Tatar courts German investors while rejecting a united Cyprus

Tatar courts German investors while rejecting a united Cyprus

In a bid to boost the economy of the self-declared Turkish Cypriot state, Ersin Tatar is calling on international investors, particularly from Germany, to explore opportunities in the occupied territories....

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