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Official launch of Women In Tech® Cyprus powered by TechIsland and Adsterra

Official launch of Women In Tech® Cyprus powered by TechIsland and Adsterra

TechIsland and its member Adsterra proudly announced the official launch of the Women in Tech® Cyprus Chapter. ...

Nigerian gang exploits Facebook connections in elaborate scam

Nigerian gang exploits Facebook connections in elaborate scam

Greek authorities have dismantled a criminal organization consisting of Nigerian and Sierra Leonean nationals accused of duping women out of substantial sums of money through an elaborate online scam....

Cyprus tops Europe in alarming antibiotic use

Cyprus tops Europe in alarming antibiotic use

Cyprus has the dubious honor of being the top consumer of antibiotics in Europe, resulting in its ranking among countries with the highest resistance rates....

Ministry's robust €65.2M budget signals ambitious 2024 plans

Ministry's robust €65.2M budget signals ambitious 2024 plans

At 65.2 million euros, the proposed budget of the Ministry of Tourism for 2024 surpasses previous years, accounting for initial budgets and excluding additional expenditures....

UK abruptly cancels meeting with Greek PM over Parthenon dispute

UK abruptly cancels meeting with Greek PM over Parthenon dispute

In a sudden turn of events, a diplomatic rift has surfaced between the British and Greek governments, revolving around the Parthenon Sculptures....

The rising tide of nationalism

The rising tide of nationalism

The Netherlands and Argentina represent two additional victories in the surge of populism and nationalism that the world has witnessed over the past decade....

Ministers focus on prevention in school drug crisis

Ministers focus on prevention in school drug crisis

Last week, Ministers of Education and Justice, along with the Deputy Governor of YKAN, convened to address the escalating concern of drug-related incidents in schools....

First Pyla, now Agios Dometios

First Pyla, now Agios Dometios

The actions of the occupation authorities within the buffer zone appear to be following a pattern, aiming to challenge the status quo and create a fait accompli. ...

No plans to cut interest rates amid inflation worries

No plans to cut interest rates amid inflation worries

The perspective advocated by many young individuals, endorsing a declaration of victory over inflation, is articulated by Dr. Jensen, the president of the German Bundesbank....

Human remains found in Akamas identified as missing British resident

Human remains found in Akamas identified as missing British resident

The bones discovered on November 15 in Akamas have been positively identified as belonging to John Hugo, a 69-year-old British man and a permanent resident of Cyprus, according to statements from Assistant Police Operations Director Michael Nicolaou to CNA....

Cypriot arrested in NY for alleged synagogue theft

Cypriot arrested in NY for alleged synagogue theft

In a surprising turn of events, George Theodoulidis, who had been the subject of concern due to an unexplained absence, was arrested, drawing public attention. His disappearance prompted relatives to take to social media seeking information....

Education minister pushing for all day schools

Education minister pushing for all day schools

The Ministry of Education in Cyprus, led by Minister Athena Michaelidou, is on a mission to supercharge the all-day school scene. The goal? Give kids more time to learn and develop skills in a school setting....

Qatar's investment gurus plan Cyprus expedition

Qatar's investment gurus plan Cyprus expedition

A team from Qatar's various investment funds will visit to Cyprus to explore the country's investment prospects in the infrastructure, energy and tourism sectors, the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides said today, in statements after a meeting he held with the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani....

Turkish forces' antenna installation in Agios Demetios draws criticism

Turkish forces' antenna installation in Agios Demetios draws criticism

Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Monday described the latest action of the Turkish occupying forces, regarding the installation of a rotating camera and an antenna on an uninhabited house in the buffer zone, in the area of Agios Dometios in Nicosia, as a “serious ongoing violation of the buffer zone”. ...

Israel approves more releases as truce nears deadline

Israel approves more releases as truce nears deadline

In a surprising turn of events, the Israel-Hamas truce has rolled into its fifth day, bringing a ray of hope amid the recent tensions. Both sides have been diligently releasing hostages, signaling a possible thaw in the conflict....

Partly cloudy skies and gradual temperature climb

Partly cloudy skies and gradual temperature climb

In the coming days, our region will experience the influence of weak high pressure, bringing about a mix of weather conditions. Today, anticipate partly cloudy skies as winds vary from northwest to southwest, initially light to moderate at 3 to 4 Beaufort....

Open University of Cyprus fined €45,000 for data breach

Open University of Cyprus fined €45,000 for data breach

The Open University of Cyprus has incurred a €45,000 fine from Commissioner for Personal Data Protection, Irini Loizidou, in connection with a cyber-attack that transpired in March....

Ecologists take on cat poisoning and feed container destruction

Ecologists take on cat poisoning and feed container destruction

George Perdikis, the newly elected President of the Ecologist Movement, engaged in discussions with the Provincial Police Director on Monday, November 27, to address issues related to the management of complaints regarding cat feeding....

Chevron granted extension for crucial Aphrodite field proposal submission

Chevron granted extension for crucial Aphrodite field proposal submission

Chevron has successfully obtained an extension until Friday, December 1, to submit a crucial letter detailing its plans for the development of the ''Aphrodite'' field,...

Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards ceremony beckons on December 7

Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards ceremony beckons on December 7

On December 7, discover the champions at the "Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards" honoring ethics, contribution, vision, and hard work. Get the scoop on the categories, the nominees, and the exciting voting procedure....

EY Cyprus redefines corporate reporting landscape at 3rd annual insights event

EY Cyprus redefines corporate reporting landscape at 3rd annual insights event

EY Cyprus organised its 3rd Annual Corporate Reporting Insights event titled ‘Connectivity: Reforming Corporate Reporting.’ ...

First case of swine flu strain detected in UK

First case of swine flu strain detected in UK

In a recent development, health officials in the UK have confirmed the detection of a person infected with a strain of flu akin to viruses observed in pigs....

Declines in kerosene and heating gasoil offset by surges in aviation fuel sales

Declines in kerosene and heating gasoil offset by surges in aviation fuel sales

Sales of Cyprus’ petroleum products recorded a 1.3% decline in October 2023, totaling 130,677 tonnes, marking a downturn compared to the same month in 2022....

€620M blueprint for transformative projects

€620M blueprint for transformative projects

The overall projects, totaling almost €620 million, are outlined in the Ministry of Internal Affairs Budget....

Lagarde's stance on cryptos revealed amidst family investment fallout

Lagarde's stance on cryptos revealed amidst family investment fallout

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde disclosed that her son experienced significant losses while investing in cryptocurrency, as reported by Reuters on November 24. ...

Alleged sexual abuse of 5-year old girl comes to light

Alleged sexual abuse of 5-year old girl comes to light

In a significant development within the Cypriot Justice system, a case involving the alleged sexual abuse of a 5-year-old girl has come to the forefront....

City of Dreams Mediterranean faces bumpy start with 181 job losses

City of Dreams Mediterranean faces bumpy start with 181 job losses

In a stark indicator of the challenges facing the Limassol casino-resort, the recent dismissal of 181 employees reveals significant issues four months after its grand opening. ...

DAC6 revisited through the prism of DAC8

DAC6 revisited through the prism of DAC8

The Directive on Administration Cooperation (''DAC'') has been amended multiple times since 2011 to allow for the automatic exchange of information across multiple fields of taxation....

Bill Gates predicts a 3.5-day work week with AI

Bill Gates predicts a 3.5-day work week with AI

In a recent podcast, Bill Gates countered job loss concerns due to artificial intelligence, suggesting it might lead to a more relaxed work schedule....

President Christodoulides and Emir of Qatar tackle Middle East developments

President Christodoulides and Emir of Qatar tackle Middle East developments

In a significant diplomatic move, President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus met with Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha during his official visit to Qatar....

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