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Archimandrite Nektarios arrested in Avvakoum Monastery probe

Archimandrite Nektarios arrested in Avvakoum Monastery probe

Police arrested 37-year-old Archimandrite Nektarios on Tuesday in connection with a financial scandal at the Holy Monastery of Saint Avvakoum in Fterikoudi....

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CBC projects 3% GDP growth in 2024

CBC projects 3% GDP growth in 2024

The Central Bank of Cyprus has revised its 2024 forecast for GDP growth to 3%, from 2.8% that was expected last March, mainly due to the upward revision of domestic demand, while it maintained its forecast for growth in the years 2025 and 2026, at 3.1% and 3.2%, respectively....

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Cyprus lags in access to cutting-edge medicines

Cyprus lags in access to cutting-edge medicines

Cyprus falls behind in patient access to innovative medicines compared to other EU and EEA countries, ranking 23rd out of 36 nations, according to a survey by the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA)....

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Stranded abroad? Here's what airlines must provide

Stranded abroad? Here's what airlines must provide

Flight cancellations and lengthy delays are the primary issues frustrating travelers, according to Trade and Industry Officer Anastasia Stylianides. Addressing these concerns, Stylianides also clarified the rights of passengers when their flights are canceled....

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Will Cabinet decide to extend electricity subsidies?

Will Cabinet decide to extend electricity subsidies?

The government is poised to discuss the renewal of the electricity subsidy measure, set to expire on June 30, at its upcoming Cabinet meeting, according to a report by Kathimerini's Hectoras Georgiou....

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US Surgeon General urges social media warning labels

US Surgeon General urges social media warning labels

In a bold move aimed at protecting youth mental health, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has proposed mandatory warning labels on social media platforms, akin to those found on cigarette packages. ...

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Cyprus President advocates Von der Leyen, Metsola re-election

Cyprus President advocates Von der Leyen, Metsola re-election

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides voiced on Monday his support for the re-election of Ursula von der Leyen and Roberta Metsola to the posts of President of the Commission and President of the European Parliament respectively....

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Pope Francis hosts comedy summit at the Vatican

Pope Francis hosts comedy summit at the Vatican

On Friday, Pope Francis welcomed more than 100 comedians to the Vatican, including stars like Jimmy Fallon and Chris Rock, for an event filled with laughter and fun. The gathering, which sparked both excitement and criticism, was a celebration of humor's ability to bring people together....

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FT: Biden eases path to citizenship for 500,000 undocumented spouses

FT: Biden eases path to citizenship for 500,000 undocumented spouses

President Joe Biden is set to announce a major reform to U.S. immigration policy, offering up to 500,000 undocumented spouses of American citizens an easier path to legal status and U.S. citizenship. ...

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US, Cyprus launch strategic dialogue post Blinken-Kombos meeting

US, Cyprus launch strategic dialogue post Blinken-Kombos meeting

Cyprus and US confirmed Monday the strategic aspect of their relationship and set the timetable for the beginning of the Strategic Dialogue which is going to be starting in September....

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Cyprus alleges human trafficking at occupied zone universities

Cyprus alleges human trafficking at occupied zone universities

The Republic of Cyprus has filed a complaint against "academic institutions" in the occupied areas to the European Association for Quality Assurance......

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Geroskipou awakes to explosion, solar heater suspected

Geroskipou awakes to explosion, solar heater suspected

An early morning explosion on Tuesday startled residents in the quiet neighborhood of Geroskipou. The blast, originating from a home solar water heater, caused significant damage but resulted in no injuries....

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Austrian parliament leader in Cyprus for talks

Austrian parliament leader in Cyprus for talks

The President of the National Council of the Austrian Parliament (Nationalrat) Wolfgang Sobotka, arrives on Tuesday in Cyprus for an official visit......

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Cyprus labour costs increase by 4.9%

Cyprus labour costs increase by 4.9%

Cyprus has reported a 4.9% rise in hourly labour costs (total cost) during the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to data released on Monday by the Statistical Service of Cyprus. ...

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US investment and educational opportunities rise in Cyprus

US investment and educational opportunities rise in Cyprus

The recent meeting between Cypriot Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kompos and US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has underscored the strong and growing ties between Cyprus and the United States......

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Ukrainian-Cypriot woman killed in Troodos road accident

Ukrainian-Cypriot woman killed in Troodos road accident

A tragic accident claimed the life of 47-year-old Maria Pasteurcamp, a Ukrainian national with Cypriot citizenship, on Monday afternoon....

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Rising temperatures persist in Cyprus

Rising temperatures persist in Cyprus

A weak low-pressure system is affecting the area, bringing a mix of clear skies and increased cloud cover. ...

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President Christodoulides in Brussels for key EU summits

President Christodoulides in Brussels for key EU summits

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides is in Brussels to attend the informal European Council and the European People's Party (EPP) informal summit. EU leaders will evaluate the results of the recent European elections and discuss the appointment of new top EU officials....

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Cyprus eyes market return with ten-year bond

Cyprus eyes market return with ten-year bond

Cyprus is gearing up to re-enter the financial markets in the near future to capitalize on the recent positive momentum bolstering its economy....

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Biden campaign rolls out $50M in ads focusing on Trump’s conviction

Biden campaign rolls out $50M in ads focusing on Trump’s conviction

President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign is spending $50 million through the end of June, a blitz that includes its first television ad trumpeting......

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Union fears lower language standards risk patient health

Union fears lower language standards risk patient health

The Union of Public Employees - PASYDY is worried about plans to make it easier for nurses and midwives to get licensed to work in Cyprus....

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Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet amid Gantz's exit

Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet amid Gantz's exit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved the six-member war cabinet following the exit of centrist former general Benny Gantz from the government, an Israeli official said Monday. ...

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Small homeless communities pop up in US cities

Small homeless communities pop up in US cities

In a dreary part of downtown Atlanta, shipping containers have been transformed into an oasis for dozens of previously unsheltered people who now proudly call a former parking lot home....

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Countries must create greenspaces by 2050, according to new EU law

Countries must create greenspaces by 2050, according to new EU law

The European Union has approved a new law aimed at restoring nature across its member countries, according to a report by Kathimerini's Alexandra Voudouri. ...

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Police investigate cyclist's death in Nicosia

Police investigate cyclist's death in Nicosia

Authorities in Nicosia are investigating the tragic death of Sotiris Petridis, 43, who passed away yesterday afternoon after a bicycle accident....

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Cypriot leaders to attend Paris Olympics

Cypriot leaders to attend Paris Olympics

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport Athena Michaelides will attend the Paris Olympic Games......

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Zelenskyy praises Cyprus aid at International Peace summit

Zelenskyy praises Cyprus aid at International Peace summit

President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has expressed gratitude to Cyprus for all the assistance provided to his country....

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Politico: Cyprus is the solution, not the problem

Politico: Cyprus is the solution, not the problem

Despite its long-standing division, Cyprus is emerging as a crucial player in the Middle East, offering a stable platform for political, economic, humanitarian, and military operations, according to an article published today in Politico by Ivo Daalder....

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Only 5,676 of 103,281 eligible T/C voters participated in the EU elections

Only 5,676 of 103,281 eligible T/C voters participated in the EU elections

In the recent European Parliament elections on June 9, hopes for a high turnout of Turkish Cypriot (T/C) voters were dashed. Despite having 103,281 eligible voters, only 5,676 T/Cs cast their ballots, a slight drop from 5,804 in 2019....

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Cyprus plans €3.1B climate investment by 2030

Cyprus plans €3.1B climate investment by 2030

Cyprus’ total investment on climate change in both EU and public funds as well as private investments are estimated to amount to €3.1 billion by 2030, the Finance Ministry has said....

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Legislation aims to deepen U.S.-Cyprus ties, boost regional infrastructure, and support alternatives to Beijing’s global expansion. Photo credit: Unsplash
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New U.S. bill eyes Cyprus as key player in countering China’s Belt and Road

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