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Unlocking the future of fintech with ECOMMBX: Where money meets innovation

Unlocking the future of fintech with ECOMMBX: Where money meets innovation

Are you ready to embark on a fintech adventure like no other? Welcome to ECOMMBX, where we’re not just another Electronic Money Institution but game-changers of the industry! Regulated by the Central Bank of Cyprus under license no. 115.1.3.20/2018, we consider ourselves pioneers of innovation in Electronic Money Services....

Intense policing targets truck and bus compliance

Intense policing targets truck and bus compliance

In a dedicated effort to enhance road safety, the police conducted a comprehensive education and enforcement campaign from Monday, November 6, to Sunday, November 12....

Man detained in Larnaca for child exploitation material

Man detained in Larnaca for child exploitation material

In a recent operation, Larnaca police apprehended a 36-year-old man under suspicion of possessing child sexual abuse material. The arrest followed a tip received by the Cybercrime Sub-Division, alerting them to the online activities of a user in Cyprus. ...

Cyprus faces spike in economic uncertainty amidst regional conflict

Cyprus faces spike in economic uncertainty amidst regional conflict

After a relatively stable six-month period, economic uncertainty in Cyprus experienced a notable surge in October, with the Economic Policy Uncertainty (EPU) index reaching an estimated 256.63, compared to its September value of 202.84....

Six students expelled from Paphos Technical School

Six students expelled from Paphos Technical School

The secondary body of the Ministry of Education has officially approved the decision by the Teachers' Association of the Technical School in Paphos to expel six students. ...

Cyprus advances humanitarian corridor to Gaza

Cyprus advances humanitarian corridor to Gaza

The Republic of Cyprus remains committed to establishing a maritime humanitarian corridor for delivering aid to Gaza, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos....

University of Cyprus professor recognized among influential scientists worldwide

University of Cyprus professor recognized among influential scientists worldwide

In a significant achievement for academic excellence, Professor Despo Fatta-Kassinou from the University of Cyprus has secured a spot on the list of the most influential scientists globally for 2022....

A 'tree-mendous' extravaganza as fresh Christmas trees now up for grabs

A 'tree-mendous' extravaganza as fresh Christmas trees now up for grabs

The Forestry Department, under the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and the Environment, joyfully announces the availability of Christmas trees for sale to the public! Starting from Monday, November 27, until Friday, December 17, you can bring the holiday spirit home by purchasing your Christmas tree at various enchanting sales centers across Cyprus....

Creditors dispute foreclosure laws and strategic defaults

Creditors dispute foreclosure laws and strategic defaults

Creditors reluctantly agree to extend the freeze on main residence foreclosures up to €350k, but tensions arise over proposed legislative changes....

Solidarity...It is in our interests

Solidarity...It is in our interests

During this Middle East crisis, the public debate in Cyprus surpasses the stereotypical reactions of the nation, going beyond irresponsible traders, processors, laundries, and services....

Discovery of five dead foxes sparks call for investigation

Discovery of five dead foxes sparks call for investigation

The Animal Party of Cyprus has once again called on the Minister of Interior, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, to initiate an immediate comprehensive scientific study by independent researchers following the recent discovery of five deceased foxes. ...

Create a 'superministry' to reduce bureaucracy

Create a 'superministry' to reduce bureaucracy

In Cyprus, the proliferation of committees, excessive bureaucracy, and overlapping responsibilities of high-ranking officials have reached unprecedented levels, especially when problems are on the rise....

Jingle all the way to Lefkara's Christmas village!

Jingle all the way to Lefkara's Christmas village!

The charming Municipality of Lefkara has just been chosen by the Ministry of Tourism to host a winter wonderland like no other – SanTaLefkara, a Christmas Village extravaganza!...

House plenary votes on teleworking bill, what's at stake?

House plenary votes on teleworking bill, what's at stake?

In a decisive move, the House plenary convened this afternoon to cast their votes on a groundbreaking teleworking bill, aiming to establish a robust framework for regulating working conditions in the evolving landscape of remote employment....

Cyprus eyes $1.22 billion for electric cars

Cyprus eyes $1.22 billion for electric cars

Cyprus is set to undergo a transformative phase with its revised Recovery and Resilience Plan, valued at $1.22 billion....

Cyprus seizes 5,000+ illegal meds in PANGEA operation

Cyprus seizes 5,000+ illegal meds in PANGEA operation

The fear of social stigmatization among our fellow citizens regarding diseases such as mental illness, HIV/AIDS, and erectile dysfunction is being intentionally exploited....

ICIJ shakes up European Parliament

ICIJ shakes up European Parliament

The findings of the Cyprus Confidential investigation by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) will be discussed on Wednesday during the Plenary of the European Parliament which will be held in Strasbourg, in the presence of representatives of the Commission and the Council of the EU....

AstroBank: Residential and commercial properties for sale

AstroBank: Residential and commercial properties for sale

AstroBank is selling commercial and residential properties in various areas of Cyprus such as Paphos, Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca....

IDF's fuel ban in Gaza stirs global debate

IDF's fuel ban in Gaza stirs global debate

In a recent discussion on Israel's strategy, Maj. Gen. Tamir Hayman, head of Israel's Institute for National Security Studies, clarified the IDF's stance on humanitarian aid in Gaza....

Rain, thunderstorms, and Troodos snowfall

Rain, thunderstorms, and Troodos snowfall

In a weather rollercoaster set to hit Cyprus, the Meteorological Service Director, Kleanthis Nicolaides, warns of intense rain, thunderstorms, and the possibility of snow on the Troodos peaks....

A deep dive into food waste solutions

A deep dive into food waste solutions

A third of all food produced is never eaten, meanwhile millions go hungry. What can be done? Here are six simple solutions to food waste....

Guardian: Russian money flows ''without questions'' in the occupied territories

Guardian: Russian money flows ''without questions'' in the occupied territories

In the Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus, an influx of Russian speakers, particularly from the former Soviet Union, has turned the area into a real estate hotspot. ...

Allegations of assault and workplace bullying surface in public sector

Allegations of assault and workplace bullying surface in public sector

A formal complaint has been lodged with the authorities concerning an alleged case of assault and workplace bullying involving a public sector manager and an employee....

Demetriou's challenge for Cyprus to rise from the credibility ashes

Demetriou's challenge for Cyprus to rise from the credibility ashes

The need for a collective and comprehensive effort to reclaim the credibility of Cyprus is more urgent than ever, pledged on Thursday President of the House of Representative Annita Demetriou....

France 24: Choosing between heating and eating

France 24: Choosing between heating and eating

A recently released report from the French charity Secours Catholique underscores the alarming rise in poverty numbers, with a record one million people seeking assistance in 2022, up from 780,000 the previous year. ...

No direct intervention in Israel conflict, says Iran's leader

No direct intervention in Israel conflict, says Iran's leader

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran will continue supporting Hamas but will not intervene directly - Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader Iran’s supreme leader told the head of Hamas in a face-to-face meeting in Tehran that his country would not enter the war with Israel and accused the terror group of not giving any prior warning of the Oct 7 attacks....

Anti-corruption authority probes allegations against former president

Anti-corruption authority probes allegations against former president

The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority has initiated an investigation based on the claims made in the book ''Mafia State'' by journalist Makarios Droussiotis, which exposes allegations of corruption against former President Nicos Anastasiades....

Deputy Ministry's ''one-stop shop'' for shipping sets sail Monday

Deputy Ministry's ''one-stop shop'' for shipping sets sail Monday

The one-stop-shop shipping centre at the Deputy Ministry of Shipping will be operating as of next Monday, starting with the services of the Department of Population Records and Immigration, announced the competent Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis....

FT: Tech giants clash with EU over internet control

FT: Tech giants clash with EU over internet control

A Financial Times article has reported that major players like TikTok and Meta, the parent company of Facebook, are pushing back against the European Union's (EU) recent internet regulations aimed at fostering greater openness and competition in online markets....

Akamas bones point to missing person

Akamas bones point to missing person

In the rugged landscapes of Akamas, a startling discovery of human bones has raised questions, but so far, authorities are yet to find any evidence pointing to foul play....

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