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Cyprus bids for IMO council seat as Minister heads to Hong Kong, London

Cyprus bids for IMO council seat as Minister heads to Hong Kong, London

Deputy Minister of Shipping, Marina Hadjimanolis is travelling to Hong Kong Wednesday, at the invitation of the President of the International Chamber of Shipping, ...

Flamingos return to Larnaca’s salt lake, bringing a splash of color

Flamingos return to Larnaca’s salt lake, bringing a splash of color

The first group of flamingos has returned to the Larnaca Salt Lake, making a striking pink arrival as they settle in for the winter. Drawn by Cyprus' warmer climate and the promise of a good meal, ...

Romania marks 106 years since the 'Great Union' at diplomatic reception in Nicosia

Romania marks 106 years since the 'Great Union' at diplomatic reception in Nicosia

The Embassy of Romania in Nicosia hosted a special event on November 12, 2024, to celebrate Romania’s National Day and the strong ties between Romania and Cyprus....

Greek Intelligence declassifies reports on 1974 coup and Turkish invasion

Greek Intelligence declassifies reports on 1974 coup and Turkish invasion

The National Intelligence Service of Greece (EYP) has released declassified documents detailing the events surrounding the 1974 Greek-led coup in Cyprus and the subsequent Turkish invasion,...

Florence cracks down on over tourism in historic city center

Florence cracks down on over tourism in historic city center

As millions of tourists flood Italy’s historic cities, Florence is stepping up efforts to manage the pressures of overtourism. With concerns mounting that the high visitor volume threatens the city’s cultural heritage and livability, ...

Romanian teen killed in suspected stolen car crash

Romanian teen killed in suspected stolen car crash

An 18-year-old Romanian woman, Iulia Michaela Vasile, died Wednesday night in a car accident in Larnaca. A young man, also 18, from Jordan, sustained minor injuries in the crash....

Greek real estate fourth cheapest in Europe, draws foreign buyers

Greek real estate fourth cheapest in Europe, draws foreign buyers

The Greek real estate market has significant prospects for establishing itself as one of the main destinations for foreign home buyers, being the fourth cheapest in Europe....

Get ready to dust off those umbrellas, Cyprus!

Get ready to dust off those umbrellas, Cyprus!

It’s the calm before the storm, folks! Today, we’ll enjoy mostly sunny skies, with only a few clouds sneaking around in the afternoon to remind us that change is coming....

Petrolina as Major Sponsor of the 7th Radisson Blu International Larnaka Marathon

Petrolina as Major Sponsor of the 7th Radisson Blu International Larnaka Marathon

On Sunday, November 17, Larnaka will welcome thousands of runners who will participate in one of the seven race routes of the 7th Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon, one of the country’s most significant sporting events....

Larnaca Airport successfully completes emergency drill

Larnaca Airport successfully completes emergency drill

Hermes Airports conducted a successful emergency exercise at Larnaca International Airport, involving key agencies such as the Department of Civil Aviation, Cyprus Police, Fire Brigade, Cyprus Airways, and various government services. ...

TEMU: ''Half Cyprus is better than none''

TEMU: ''Half Cyprus is better than none''

The online shopping platform Temu is drawing criticism for selling a T-shirt with a slogan referencing the Cyprus issue. The shirt, priced at €11.90 on sale from an original €23.69, features the phrase...

Lois Builders slams contract termination, cites mismanagement and delays

Lois Builders slams contract termination, cites mismanagement and delays

Lois Builders Ltd. has issued a statement in response to the recent termination of its contract for the Fishing Reserve and Liopetriou River project, calling the move ''unprecedented.''...

Experts warn certain Google searches can lead to hacking

Experts warn certain Google searches can lead to hacking

Cybersecurity experts are urging caution when using Google search, revealing that some common search terms can expose users to serious risks, including hacking and malware infections....

Appointment of Senior Manager in K. Treppides & Co Ltd

Appointment of Senior Manager in K. Treppides & Co Ltd

The Management of K. Treppides & Co Ltd is committed to develop leaders who derive from own people and who pursue excellence in the provision of high quality specialised and unique services. ...

Theft on the rise, police urge vigilance

Theft on the rise, police urge vigilance

Authorities in Cyprus are warning residents to stay vigilant as reports of theft continue to rise, including a recent case involving €10,000 worth of jewelry stolen from a home in the Kofinos area....

Cypriot hits €4.2 million Joker jackpot in Nicosia

Cypriot hits €4.2 million Joker jackpot in Nicosia

A Joker lottery ticket played at a Nicosia agency turned one lucky Cypriot into a millionaire, claiming a prize of €4,229,300.85, lottery officials announced....

Trump taps Elon Musk to lead ''Department of Government Efficiency''

Trump taps Elon Musk to lead ''Department of Government Efficiency''

In a move aimed at shaking up Washington, former President Donald Trump announced plans to appoint Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest man, to head a new ''Department of Government Efficiency.''...

Sunny side up!  A mix of clear skies and scattered showers across the island

Sunny side up! A mix of clear skies and scattered showers across the island

Today, it’s mostly clear skies across the island, with just enough clouds here and there to keep things interesting. Around midday, some of those clouds could get a little ambitious, ...

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns amid criticism of abuse handling

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns amid criticism of abuse handling

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has announced his resignation following a critical report revealing shortcomings in the Church’s handling of abuse allegations involving the late John Smyth, a known child abuser....

Help is on the way for young couples needing a home

Help is on the way for young couples needing a home

Starting Friday, November 15, young people and couples in Cyprus will be able to apply for financial assistance through a new housing plan. The program, designed to support those up to the age of 41, will accept applications online until December 31, 2024, at noon....

Study links air pollution during pregnancy to heightened autism risk

Study links air pollution during pregnancy to heightened autism risk

New research suggests that air pollution exposure during pregnancy may increase the risk of autism in babies with a genetic predisposition for the condition, according to a study by Dr. Haitham Amal and his team at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem....

Cyprus intensifies probe into ex-President Anastasiadis in

Cyprus intensifies probe into ex-President Anastasiadis in "Golden Passports" scandal

The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is intensifying its probe into former Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiadis about alleged corruption in the “golden passports” scheme, as detailed in journalist Makarios Drousiotis’s book 'Mafia State', Politis newspaper reported....

Paphos: Court of Appeal increases sentences for child rape

Paphos: Court of Appeal increases sentences for child rape

The Court of Appeal has taken the step of increasing the sentences of a man convicted of raping a child in 2019 in Paphos. This follows a ruling that the sentences initially handed down were "manifestly inadequate."...

Beyoncé 101?: Yale University to launch course on Beyoncé’s cultural legacy

Beyoncé 101?: Yale University to launch course on Beyoncé’s cultural legacy

Next spring, Yale University will offer a unique class that dives into the artistic and cultural influence of global superstar Beyoncé. The course, called "Beyoncé Makes History: Black Radical Tradition History, Culture, Theory & Politics Through Music," will explore Beyoncé's work from her 2013 album to her latest release, Cowboy Carter....

Bank of Cyprus reports €401 million profit surge

Bank of Cyprus reports €401 million profit surge

In the latest financial report, Bank of Cyprus has reported a solid profit of €401 million for the first nine months of 2024—a 15% jump from last year’s €349 million. ...

Magical Christmas with Lidl - the Lidl Christmas movie

Magical Christmas with Lidl - the Lidl Christmas movie

Every year, Lidl's Christmas campaign reinforces its position as the go-to partner for a magical holiday season, offering a diverse product range and celebrating the spirit of sharing....

BOC finalizes sale of troubled loans to boost stability and growth

BOC finalizes sale of troubled loans to boost stability and growth

In September 2024, the Bank of Cyprus reached a deal with funds linked to Cerberus Global Investments B.V. to sell a portfolio of non-performing loans—primarily business loans backed by collateral. ...

UN official DiCarlo to visit Cyprus for expanded meeting plans

UN official DiCarlo to visit Cyprus for expanded meeting plans

United Nations Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo is expected to visit Cyprus soon, following UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s approval of plans to convene an expanded meeting on Cyprus. All parties involved have agreed to the idea, sources say....

Part-time work declines in Cyprus, gender gap narrows

Part-time work declines in Cyprus, gender gap narrows

In 2023, the share of part-time workers in Cyprus for those aged 20-64 was at 8%, a slight drop from 9.1% in 2022. This trend of declining part-time work has been consistent in Cyprus since 2014...

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