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19 May, 2025
 

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Handmade 100-Euro bills flood European cities

Handmade 100-Euro bills flood European cities

A group of counterfeiters which had been producing 100-euro bills was busted in a joint police operation involving Europol and police forces in four countries, including Greece....

Vasiliko energy project now under EU scrutiny

Vasiliko energy project now under EU scrutiny

The procedures and decisions related to Cyprus' largest energy project in Vasilikos are gaining significant attention....

Interior Minister calls for urgent refugee return evaluation

Interior Minister calls for urgent refugee return evaluation

Minister for the Interior Constantinos Ioannou raised the need to review the status of Syria as a safe or not destination for the purposes of returning of refugees and migrants, during his intervention at the Justice and Home Affairs Council of the EU, according to a press release....

Turkey's February inflation hits 67.07%, raises policy concerns

Turkey's February inflation hits 67.07%, raises policy concerns

Turkey's annual inflation rate surged to 67.07% in February, surpassing expectations and sustaining pressure for a stringent monetary policy. Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek acknowledged that inflation would remain high in the coming months due to base effects and the delayed impact of previous rate hikes....

Christodoulides reflects on his first year in office

Christodoulides reflects on his first year in office

On the anniversary of completing one year in office, President Nicos Christodoulides is set to present his inaugural report tonight, detailing the progress made since his inauguration in the areas of Cyprus, the economy, and internal governance....

Inflation and new markets propel spending close to €3 billion in 2023

Inflation and new markets propel spending close to €3 billion in 2023

Just before the end of last summer, economic analysts' projections for 2023 tourism revenue were nearing a record close to €3 billion. ...

Deposit rates down, mortgage rates up

Deposit rates down, mortgage rates up

Deposit interest rates dropped in January, whereas lending rates rose except interest rates for consumer lending, according to data published by the Central Bank of Cyprus....

60 years of UN presence: Cyprus conflict 'resolvable,' says Stewart

60 years of UN presence: Cyprus conflict 'resolvable,' says Stewart

Colin Stewart, the UN Special Representative overseeing the Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP), expressed optimism about resolving the longstanding Cyprus problem....

President Christodoulides' candid year-one address

President Christodoulides' candid year-one address

In a televised address marking the completion of his first year in office, President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted the achievements and priorities of his administration. Emphasizing transparency and accountability, the President outlined the following key areas of focus:...

France first in 50 years to secure abortion as constitutional right

France first in 50 years to secure abortion as constitutional right

France has taken a historic step by becoming the first country in half a century to enshrine abortion as a constitutional right. ...

'TRNC' leader's Russian meeting significance for Cuellar's visit

'TRNC' leader's Russian meeting significance for Cuellar's visit

The Antalya International ''Forum'' in Turkey provided a significant platform for Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, to underscore the principle of sovereign equality for Turkish Cypriots, a crucial step towards resolving the deadlock in Cyprus talks. ...

Stories written in clouds and showers

Stories written in clouds and showers

Today, we're treated to a captivating spectacle as clouds drift by, possibly gracing us with brief showers, especially in the mountains....

Supreme Court clears Trump for 2024 ballots despite Capitol riots role

Supreme Court clears Trump for 2024 ballots despite Capitol riots role

The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a pivotal decision on Monday, stating that former President Donald Trump cannot be barred from 2024 ballots due to his role in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack...

Saudi Arabia recognizes Cypriot universities

Saudi Arabia recognizes Cypriot universities

Saudi Arabia recognizes all universities operating in the Republic of Cyprus, as long as they are recognized by the Republic, expressing. interest in collaborations within European programs with third countries....

Shriners hospitals bring orthopaedic expertise to Cyprus

Shriners hospitals bring orthopaedic expertise to Cyprus

A team from Shriners Hospitals for Children has arrived in Cyprus to perform surgical interventions and examinations on children with orthopaedic conditions. ...

Cyprus sees record 4,388 new voters joining European elections

Cyprus sees record 4,388 new voters joining European elections

To date a total of 4,388 new voters have been registered to vote for the June 9 elections, of which 1,386 concern Europeans residing in Cyprus for the forthcoming local administration elections. There were also 34 applications from Europeans for the European elections. ...

How to apply for the photovoltaic project for your home

How to apply for the photovoltaic project for your home

The Greek Ministry of Energy has launched Category A3 of the grants scheme to promote the use of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems in residential buildings for 2024-2025. ...

Albania reopens Soviet-era air base amid Russian threat

Albania reopens Soviet-era air base amid Russian threat

NATO member Albania, which has no fighter jets of its own, opened a rebuilt Soviet-era air base to serve NATO aircraft on Monday amid an increased threat from Russia, Prime Minister Edi Rama said....

Cyprus' wetlands under threat

Cyprus' wetlands under threat

Kathimerini reporter Pavlos Neophytou delves into the critical challenges facing Cyprus' precious wetlands, where red alerts have recently been issued for the Achna dam and Larnaca salt ponds. ...

Greek Minister partners with 'Queer Destinations' to boost LGBT tourism

Greek Minister partners with 'Queer Destinations' to boost LGBT tourism

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Queer Destinations tourism company on Thursday to promote Greece as a friendly destination for LGBTQ+ people. ...

Germany probes Russian leaked military talks on Ukraine

Germany probes Russian leaked military talks on Ukraine

German authorities are launching an investigation following the emergence of an audio recording in which German military officials purportedly discuss aiding Ukraine, including the potential deployment of Taurus missiles, in Russia. ...

Cyprus calls Turkey's NAVTEX ''a breach of sovereignty''

Cyprus calls Turkey's NAVTEX ''a breach of sovereignty''

The Republic of Cyprus has issued an Anti-NAVTEX in response to Turkey's recent NAVTEX warning. Turkey's NAVTEX announced its intention to conduct new research activities in regions falling under the jurisdiction of the Republic of Cyprus, labeling Turkey's move as illegal. ...

Family throws 6-year-old overboard on journey to Cyprus

Family throws 6-year-old overboard on journey to Cyprus

In a heart-wrenching incident, a 6-year-old child lost his life during a treacherous voyage to Cyprus, prompting an investigation by the authorities....

Ukrainian woman's robbery unravels into money laundering investigation

Ukrainian woman's robbery unravels into money laundering investigation

Investigations are intensifying at Police Headquarters regarding a startling case involving a 31-year-old Ukrainian woman who claimed to be a victim of a robbery in Germasogeia on Friday (01/03). ...

Cyprus faces trust crisis: Over 60% skeptical in social relations

Cyprus faces trust crisis: Over 60% skeptical in social relations

Social Trust in Cyprus is low with almost 65% believing that we should be cautious in our relations with people. The same applies with Cypriots not trusting political parties. ...

UNFICYP celebrates 60 years of service in Cyprus

UNFICYP celebrates 60 years of service in Cyprus

UNFICYP marks 60 years in the service of peace in Cyprus. On 4 March 1964, the United Nations Security Council mandated the establishment of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP). ...

Erdogan stands firm on dividing Cyprus

Erdogan stands firm on dividing Cyprus

In a show of defiance, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday that Ankara will continue its efforts for the recognition of the northern part of Cyprus, which Turkey has occupied since its 1974 invasion, as a separate state from the internationally recognized Republic of Cyprus....

Greek Independence Day to gauge church's stance on same-sex marriage

Greek Independence Day to gauge church's stance on same-sex marriage

Greece’s Independence Day on March 25 and Greek Orthodox Easter on May 3 will serve as a barometer of the Church’s response to legislation passed by Parliament institutionalizing same sex marriage....

Central Bank predicts 2.2% GDP growth in 2023

Central Bank predicts 2.2% GDP growth in 2023

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) expects GDP growth of 2.2% in 2023, compared to significant growth of 5.1% in 2022, while for the years 2024-26 it expects GDP growth of 2.6%, 3.1% and 3.2%, respectively....

Vasilikos scandal unveiled: €250,000 spent, recommendations ignored

Vasilikos scandal unveiled: €250,000 spent, recommendations ignored

The decision made by the Nicos Anastasiades government in 2016 to shift away from failed attempts to introduce F.P. by constructing a terminal at Vasilikos initially offered hope for resolving an 11-year dilemma....

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