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18 September, 2025
 

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Cyprus in need of a literary renaissance

Cyprus in need of a literary renaissance

From this column, we've emphasized numerous times the pressing need for substantial state support within the book sector....

UN secures Pyla buffer zone agreement

UN secures Pyla buffer zone agreement

In a recent statement, the United Nations has announced a breakthrough in Pyla. According to their announcement, they have reached arrangements that are poised to bring resolution to the ongoing situation....

Russia urges two-state solution for Israel-Palestine peace

Russia urges two-state solution for Israel-Palestine peace

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov emphasized on Monday that a two-state solution, aimed at facilitating peaceful coexistence between Israel and the Palestinians, remains the sole viable path once hostilities subside....

Christodoulides celebrates Cyprus as a maritime powerhouse at Maritime Cyprus 2023

Christodoulides celebrates Cyprus as a maritime powerhouse at Maritime Cyprus 2023

President Nikos Christodoulides addressed the Maritime Cyprus 2023 Conference in Limassol, highlighting Cyprus as a major ship management center in Europe and worldwide. ...

Politics in the age of virality

Politics in the age of virality

Stephanos Kasselakis' recent visit to Cyprus and his carefully crafted statements following his meeting with the President of the Republic have highlighted a significant shift in politics. It seems that politics today can be reduced to a formula, easily memorized and executed....

Gaza cut off from food, water and electricity as Hamas rockets persist

Gaza cut off from food, water and electricity as Hamas rockets persist

In a grim turn of events, Israel is grappling with the gravest attack it has encountered in half a century. Ongoing combat in the Gaza Strip has unfolded as Israel responds to an unexpected offensive launched by the militant group, Hamas, during the early hours of Saturday....

The overtime pay debacle and lessons in effective governance

The overtime pay debacle and lessons in effective governance

The issue surrounding the payment of overtime compensation to the Deputy Government Spokesperson, Doxa Komodromou, has become the focal point of political discussion in recent weeks. ...

4-day 3D-printed homes with eco friendly materials

4-day 3D-printed homes with eco friendly materials

A recyclable 3D-printed home made from natural materials has been revealed to the public, and this may only be the beginning....

Eurobank goes independent

Eurobank goes independent

Eurobank Ergasias Services and Holdings SA has announced the repurchase of a total of 52.08 million shares previously held by the Financial Stability Fund, making it the first Greek systemic bank without state participation in its share capital following the 2010 crisis....

Laiko Cosmos Trading Ltd at the Cyprus Cocktail Festival 2023

Laiko Cosmos Trading Ltd at the Cyprus Cocktail Festival 2023

The 4th Cyprus Cocktail Festival, part of the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, is pleased to announce the participation of Laiko Cosmos Trading Ltd as one of the main suppliers at the festival, which will take place on October 17, 2023,...

AI enhancing work-life balance, 100-year careers

AI enhancing work-life balance, 100-year careers

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon is shaking off doomsday predictions about what AI means for humanity — instead laying out how he sees the technology vastly improving businesses and the work-life balance of their employees....

Cyprus boosts security amid Israel concerns

Cyprus boosts security amid Israel concerns

Cyprus Police enforces additional security measures in locations throughout Cyprus where Israeli interests could become a target, in the aftermath of attacks launched on Saturday against Israel, Police Spokesman Christos Andreou told CNA....

Horrific attack at Israeli music festival caught on video

Horrific attack at Israeli music festival caught on video

In a horrifying turn of events, what was supposed to be an all-night outdoor party turned into a gruesome battle for survival, leaving hundreds of young people in peril....

Inflation fears and green investments

Inflation fears and green investments

The European Central Bank (ECB) has revised its inflation forecast upward, now predicting that inflation will reach 5.6% in 2023 and 3.2% in 2024. ...

Cyprus-Israel flight surge in response to current events

Cyprus-Israel flight surge in response to current events

In response to the evolving situation in Israel, over 15 flights are set to depart from Larnaca airport to Tel Aviv today, primarily operated by Israeli airlines. ...

Turkish Cypriot buyer sets sights on Varosha's transformation

Turkish Cypriot buyer sets sights on Varosha's transformation

The Turkish Cypriot (T/C) buyer of hotels in the fenced area of Famagusta is set to accept renovation offers for the properties within the next six weeks, as reported by the T/C newspaper Yeni Bakis. ...

Cyprus issues travel advisory for Israel

Cyprus issues travel advisory for Israel

Cyprus, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, issued a travel advisory on Sunday, urging its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Israel, Gaza, and certain areas in the West Bank, including Nablus and Jenin, which also encompasses East Jerusalem. ...

Biden sends fleet to Mediterranean as Israeli-Gaza conflict intensifies

Biden sends fleet to Mediterranean as Israeli-Gaza conflict intensifies

For the second consecutive day, Israeli forces found themselves engaged in intense street fighting with Hamas gunmen in southern Israel as they prepared for a ground invasion of the Gaza Strip. ...

Angels Pet Cemetery redefines pet farewell in Cyprus

Angels Pet Cemetery redefines pet farewell in Cyprus

Angelos Petevinos, a devoted pet owner, found himself in a heart-wrenching situation a few years ago when his beloved dog, Sushi, fell seriously ill....

 No customary warning ongoing IDF-Hamas clash

No customary warning ongoing IDF-Hamas clash

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continue their fierce battle against Hamas in the southern region of Israel, with military spokesperson Lt. Col. Richard Hecht confirming the prolonged conflict more than 48 hours after a surprise attack by the Palestinian militant group. ...

Showers and thunderstorms expected

Showers and thunderstorms expected

Cyprus is preparing for isolated showers and the possibility of thunderstorms on Monday (09/10), primarily in the northern regions, mountainous areas, and the interior, according to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Service....

Cyprus Airways notes the developing situation in Israel

Cyprus Airways notes the developing situation in Israel

Cyprus Airways notes the developing situation in Israel. As always we prioritize  the safety of passengers and crews above everything. ...

Deadly mirage for birds with over 1,000 fatal collisions in a single day

Deadly mirage for birds with over 1,000 fatal collisions in a single day

In a grim escalation of tensions, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have accused Hamas of taking "hostages and prisoners of war," according to Brig. Gen. Daniel Hagari, the IDF spokesperson....

Netanyahu: 'We are at war'

Netanyahu: 'We are at war'

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has reached a critical juncture with a major escalation in violence. Palestinian militants in Gaza fired an astounding 2,200 rockets into Israel, accompanied by armed infiltrations into Israeli territory by land, sea, and air....

Emirates introduces biometric passport-free travel

Emirates introduces biometric passport-free travel

We all know that there are loads of perks when it comes to travelling with Emirates — from luxe amenities kits to a variety of food choices and earning Skywards....

World's dogs considering vegan diet for a greener planet

World's dogs considering vegan diet for a greener planet

If all the world’s dogs went vegan it would save more greenhouse gas emissions than those produced by the UK, according to research advocating the environmental benefits of plant-based pets....

Nicosia's walled city receives €220 million makeover

Nicosia's walled city receives €220 million makeover

Over the last 12 years the investment to revitalize the walled city reached 220 million euros in total, Nicosia Mayor, Constantinos Yiorkadjis said on Friday, noting that during this period, projects worth 100 million euros have been completed in the historic centre, while 50 million euros worth of projects are underway....

China's plans to outshine NASA in orbit

China's plans to outshine NASA in orbit

China plans to expand its space station to six modules from three in coming years, offering astronauts from other nations an alternative platform for near-Earth missions as the NASA-led International Space Station (ISS) nears the end of its lifespan....

Do consumers embrace e-kalathi shopping?

Do consumers embrace e-kalathi shopping?

The Consumer Protection Department, in partnership with research firm IMR, recently conducted a telephone survey aimed at gauging general consumer sentiments and assessing awareness of the e-kalathi initiative....

Cyprus politicians' perks and pensions - excessive or fair?

Cyprus politicians' perks and pensions - excessive or fair?

The political landscape in Cyprus is abuzz once again, as opposition parties seize yet another opportunity to level criticism at President Christodoulides. ...