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Turkey's alleged plan to resettle Palestinian refugees raises concerns

Turkey's alleged plan to resettle Palestinian refugees raises concerns

Turkey is reportedly strategizing the resettlement of Palestinian refugees, aiming to relocate up to 250,000 individuals from the Gaza Strip to Kurdish-inhabited regions in southeastern Turkey and the occupied territories of Cyprus....

Sixt pumps the bakes on Tesla as it halts purchases and sells existing EV stock

Sixt pumps the bakes on Tesla as it halts purchases and sells existing EV stock

In a strategic move that underscores the evolving dynamics in the electric vehicle (EV) landscape, Sixt, a prominent German rental car company, has decided to discontinue purchasing Tesla vehicles and plans to sell off its current Tesla EV stock....

Alleged patient mistreatment sparks investigation by OKYPY

Alleged patient mistreatment sparks investigation by OKYPY

The Health Services Organization (OKYPY) has filed a complaint with the police regarding the mistreatment of a patient by hospital staff....

Tylliria's ''halitzias'' gains prestigious recognition

Tylliria's ''halitzias'' gains prestigious recognition

In a noteworthy announcement shared on social media by the European Commission in Cyprus, Tylliria's halitzias have been officially recognized with protected geographical indication (PGI) status....

Cypriot students released after Turkish embassy protest

Cypriot students released after Turkish embassy protest

The 27 Cypriot students who were detained by Greek police during a demonstration outside the Turkish Embassy in Athens have been released....

Employers positive on minimum wage adjustment

Employers positive on minimum wage adjustment

Employers express positivity towards a potential partial adjustment of the minimum wage in discussions led by OEB's General Director, Michalis Antoniou....

President's birthday surprise at Man Of The Year

President's birthday surprise at Man Of The Year

The 22nd annual "BANK OF CYPRUS Man of the Year Awards" took place today, Thursday, December 7, at The Royal Hall in Nicosia. Elena Paparizou entertained the guests, while a big surprise awaited the President of the Republic....

Cyprus sees uptick in COVID-19 cases amid winter surge

Cyprus sees uptick in COVID-19 cases amid winter surge

Dr. Christos Charalambous, from the Epidemiological Surveillance and Control of Infectious Diseases Unit of the Health Ministry, reported a slight increase in COVID-19 cases in Cyprus in recent days....

Outcry erupts over treatment of Palestinian prisoners

Outcry erupts over treatment of Palestinian prisoners

A series of videos aired by Israeli television networks, depicting numerous Palestinian detainees clad only in underwear and blindfolded, has ignited a social media storm of criticism....

Alex Michaelides shines as Man of the Year 2023 in glittering awards gala

Alex Michaelides shines as Man of the Year 2023 in glittering awards gala

In a dazzling display of glitz and glamour at The Royal Hall in Nicosia, the 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023 saw President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nicos Christodoulides,...

Unveiling brilliance at the 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023

Unveiling brilliance at the 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023

The illustrious 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023 unfolded in all its glory last night, December 7, 2023, at The Royal Hall in Nicosia....

AstroBank: Residential and agricultural properties for sale

AstroBank: Residential and agricultural properties for sale

AstroBank is selling residential and agricultural properties in all districts of Cyprus. The Bank's listings include houses and apartments, office space, land, and commercial buildings. The available properties are located in urban and rural areas, providing prospective buyers with a wide range of choice to find the one that best meets their needs....

Stormy shenanigans on the horizon

Stormy shenanigans on the horizon

Hey there, weather adventurers! The Meteorological Service just hit us with a yellow warning – brace yourselves for some isolated strong storms, coming in hot and sporadic....

Mitsotakis and Erdogan's Cyprus talks heat up

Mitsotakis and Erdogan's Cyprus talks heat up

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, who met in Athens on Thursday, referred to the Cyprus issue during their joint statements to the press....

Cyprus and Chevron forge agreement on 'Aphrodite' gas field upgrade

Cyprus and Chevron forge agreement on 'Aphrodite' gas field upgrade

The Cyprus Government and Chevron Corporation are moving forward with the update of the existing development and production plan for "Aphrodite" gas field in Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)....

Student attacks bus driver mid-route to Parekklisia

Student attacks bus driver mid-route to Parekklisia

The director of Limassol Passenger Transport Company (EMEL), George Kyriakou, reported an attack on a bus driver en route from Limassol high school to the Parekklisia community....

Banks fail Menendez's quiz on $4 billion consumer paybacks

Banks fail Menendez's quiz on $4 billion consumer paybacks

In a fiery congressional hearing on Wednesday, Senator Bob Menendez targeted Wall Street's top executives, putting them in the hot seat with a pop quiz on their firms' financial misdeeds....

Champions emerge tonight at the Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards

Champions emerge tonight at the Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards

Get ready for an evening of celebration and recognition as the Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards takes center stage at The Royal Hall in Nicosia on Thursday, December 7....

Major progress in Cyprus as buses gear up for safety boost

Major progress in Cyprus as buses gear up for safety boost

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeafis shared optimistic updates on the installation of automatic fire extinguishing systems on buses during a recent interview on state radio. ...

Cyprus navy to be upgraded, says National Guard Chief

Cyprus navy to be upgraded, says National Guard Chief

The Navy is implementing a far-reaching modernization program, having among other things enhanced its anti-ship capabilities, while...

Tensions rise yet again in buffer zone amidst UN envoy delay

Tensions rise yet again in buffer zone amidst UN envoy delay

Amid the delayed appointment of the UN Secretary General's envoy to the Cyprus problem, the occupation regime persists in targeted maneuvers to sow tension within the buffer zone. ...

Ten Cypriots detained outside Turkish embassy in Athens

Ten Cypriots detained outside Turkish embassy in Athens

Ten Cypriot nationals were detained by police outside the Turkish Embassy on Thursday morning, as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan started his one-day visit to Athens....

Erdogan and Mitsotakis sign Landmark Friendship Declaration

Erdogan and Mitsotakis sign Landmark Friendship Declaration

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's arrival in Athens signals a pivotal moment in the longstanding tension between Greece and Turkey....

How locals can mitigate the risks of Cyprus' new citizenship rules to attract tech talent

How locals can mitigate the risks of Cyprus' new citizenship rules to attract tech talent

Cyprus's recent initiative to boost its technology sector by offering tax breaks and fast-track naturalization to third-party nationals is a strategic move that could significantly reshape its economy and society....

Onasagoras: Ouzo diplomacy and halloumi hurdles

Onasagoras: Ouzo diplomacy and halloumi hurdles

In Erdogan's visit to Athens, Mitsotakis asked him - within the framework of Greek hospitality, of course - what they would serve him, and the Turkish President responded, "a small glass of ouzo and a piece of halloumi from the dead zone, thank you."...

Taylor Swift makes history as TIME's two-time Person of the Year 2023

Taylor Swift makes history as TIME's two-time Person of the Year 2023

In a historic achievement, Taylor Swift has been named TIME's Person of the Year for 2023, marking her second appearance on the prestigious cover since 2017. ...

15.7% spike in building permit values

15.7% spike in building permit values

Despite the drop of total number of building permits during the first nine months of 2023, compared to the same period of 2022, their total value recorded an increase of 15.7%, and their volume went up by 2.9%....

Identity confirmed for skeleton found near Limassol hospital

Identity confirmed for skeleton found near Limassol hospital

The human skeleton discovered near Limassol General Hospital on October 3 has been identified as a 49-year-old man from Romania, according to information provided by the police. ...

BBC presenter's on-air blunder sparks social media frenzy

BBC presenter's on-air blunder sparks social media frenzy

In an unexpected turn of events during Wednesday's midday news, BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri unintentionally garnered attention when she appeared to give the middle finger live on air....

President faces calls to repay thousands of euros after AG audit

President faces calls to repay thousands of euros after AG audit

In a new report, Cyprus Auditor General Odysseus Michaelides has intensified the conflict with President Nicos Christodoulides. ...

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