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Tourists spend over €1.5 billion, setting new high

The most recent data from the Statistical Service regarding tourism revenues are confirming expectations, as expressed by Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis in a recent interview with "K". It appears that this year could potentially set a new record for tourism revenues....

05/10/2023 | NEWS

Paradox Museum transforms into a spooky crime scene for Halloween

The Paradox Museum in Limassol, a beloved attraction, undergoes a thrilling transformation this October, turning into a captivating Crime Scene for its inaugural Halloween celebration....

05/10/2023 | NEWS

17-year-old injured in Paphos scooter crash

A 17-year-old boy riding a scooter was involved in a collision on Wednesday evening in Paphos along the coastal road connecting Chloraka and Paphos....

05/10/2023 | NEWS

Ankara's surprising move on Cyprus resources

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has reintroduced a proposal with a clear aim to disrupt the existing framework for resolving the Cyprus problem, echoing Ankara's prior suggestions....

05/10/2023 | NEWS

Cyprus leads in Europe with anti-femicide law

Cyprus encourages all States to acknowledge the existence of femicide, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Cyprus to the UN Ambassador Andreas Hadjichrysanthou has said, noting that the Cyprus Parliament has adopted a law on femicide which was the first of such piece of legislation in Europe....

05/10/2023 | NEWS

Keep an umbrella handy!

In the region today, the influence of a weakening high-pressure system is making its presence felt, resulting in a diverse weather pattern....

05/10/2023 | NEWS

Minister Papanastasiou meets ExxonMobil VP for gas project talks

Cyprus' Energy Minister George Papanastasiou met on Wednesday with ExxonMobil's Vice President John Ardill in Abu Dhabi....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

Government unveils inflation relief plan for October's end

At the end of October, the government is expected to announce measures to alleviate the impact of inflation, while at the beginning of 2024 the government plans to implement the new green tax on fuels, together with compensatory measures, said the Minister of Finance, Makis Keravnos, while handing over the 2024 state budget to the President of the Parliament, Annita Demetriou. ...

04/10/2023 | NEWS

Policeman fined 300 euros for unauthorized parking in disabled spot

In a recent incident that raised eyebrows, a police officer found themselves on the receiving end of a 300 Euro fine for unlawfully parking a police vehicle in a designated disabled parking space....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

Cyprus banks secure Moody's upgrade to investment status

After 12 years, Moody's has upgraded the ratings of Cyprus' two major banks, Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank, placing them in the investment category....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

ECB VP praises Cyprus' economic turnaround

ECB Vice-President Luis de Guindos praised Cyprus for its remarkable economic improvement and recent upgrades by two rating agencies during a meeting with Cyprus Central Bank Governor Constatinos Herodotou in Nicosia. The officials emphasized the strengthening collaboration between Cyprus and the ECB....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

Executives Club of Cyprus announces Youth Tech Fest Cyprus 2023

The Executives Club of Cyprus is delighted to announce the forthcoming Youth Tech Fest Cyprus 2023, accessible at www.youthtechfest.com....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

Bedbugs threaten 2024 Olympics in Paris

In recent weeks, a concerning surge of bedbugs has been reported not only in Paris but also in several other French cities....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

EU seeks centralized energy storage solution

As part of the Save and Upgrade plan, only eight applications have been submitted thus far for the installation of home storage systems. It's important to note that these grants exclude new homes, which are expected to meet almost zero energy consumption standards....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

€370K worth of olive oil vanishes, police investigate

Approximately 37 tons of olive oil have been reported stolen from a prominent agricultural cooperative in Polygyros, a picturesque town nestled in the scenic region of Halkidiki, northern Greece. ...

04/10/2023 | NEWS

Stefanos Psaras claims gold at K1 Kickboxing World Cup in Venice

In a gripping display of skill and determination, Stefanos Psaras, a distinguished member of the national team, emerged victorious at the K1 Kickboxing World Cup held in Venice, Italy....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

ACM Christofides LTD joins Cyprus Cocktail Festival 2023

The 4th Cyprus Cocktail Festival, part of the prestigious Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, is excited to announce ACM Christofides LTD's significant involvement as a leading supplier. ...

04/10/2023 | NEWS

Could Kasselakis be the catalyst for resolving the Cyprus problem?

Stefanos Kasselakis, the newly elected President of SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance, is currently on a two-day visit to Cyprus, marking his first international trip since assuming office as the President of SYRIZA-PS....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

President's silent pension raises eyebrows

Both the President of the Republic and members of Parliament have emphasized the necessity of legislative regulation to put an end to the simultaneous receipt of public employee pensions and salaries by political officials. ...

04/10/2023 | NEWS

Moody's boosts Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank ratings to Baa2

Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Bank of Cyprus’ and Hellenic Bank’s long-term deposit ratings to Baa3 from Ba1, citing the continued resilience of the Cypriot economy and credit conditions, which are leading to supportive operating conditions for Cypriot banks....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

21 killed in fiery bus crash near Venice

At least 21 people died on Tuesday and 18 were injured after a bus carrying tourists to a campground crashed off an overpass near Venice in northern Italy and caught fire, city officials said....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

From sunny skies to rainy surprises

The day is set to begin with predominantly clear skies, although residents may notice localized areas of increased cloud cover. As the day progresses, especially during the midday hours and beyond, cloud formations are forecasted to develop....

04/10/2023 | NEWS

President's alleged undeclared pension sparks controversy

The political party AKEL has called for a response from the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, amid reports suggesting that he has received a pension for eight years, beginning at the age of 45, without proper declaration in his financial affairs....

03/10/2023 | NEWS