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Are the US elections turning into the 'battle of the billionaires'?

Are the US elections turning into the 'battle of the billionaires'?

In what seems to be a tit-for-tat move—especially after Elon Musk announced he would donate $1 million a day to registered voters who sign his PAC petition—Microsoft founder Bill Gates has reportedly thrown his support behind Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024...

Politico: Giuliani ordered to hand over property to pay defamation suit

Politico: Giuliani ordered to hand over property to pay defamation suit

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani has been ordered by a federal judge to hand over a significant portion of his property, including his luxury Upper East Side apartment, to two Georgia election workers who won a $148 million defamation case against him....

Cyprus and U.S. launch first strategic dialogue in Nicosia

Cyprus and U.S. launch first strategic dialogue in Nicosia

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nicosia will host the first-ever Strategic Dialogue between Cyprus and the United States this Wednesday....

Cypriot banks sending loans abroad: A growing risk?

Cypriot banks sending loans abroad: A growing risk?

Yesterday, I had a conversation with someone who truly understands banking—probably more knowledgeable than many who think they do....

Breezy skies and cooler temperatures bring relief to Cyprus

Breezy skies and cooler temperatures bring relief to Cyprus

Today’s weather will bring plenty of sunshine, with a welcome break from the recent heat....

IMF raises Cyprus' growth forecast for 2024

IMF raises Cyprus' growth forecast for 2024

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Cyprus's economic growth in 2024 from 2.7% to 3.3%. This updated prediction comes from the IMF's October World Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday....

Antonio Costa’s visit is a pivotal step in EU support for Cyprus negotiations

Antonio Costa’s visit is a pivotal step in EU support for Cyprus negotiations

The upcoming visit of Antonio Costa, the newly elected President of the European Council, to Cyprus is poised to play a significant role in the resumption of negotiations on the longstanding Cyprus problem. ...

Can AI get goosebumps?

Can AI get goosebumps?

At this year’s Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, tech enthusiasts and industry leaders gathered to hear from an inspiring speaker: Robbie Stamp, a notable producer and advocate for ethical artificial intelligence....

Fidias joins protest against school mobile phone ban, low student turnout

Fidias joins protest against school mobile phone ban, low student turnout

A protest against the recent ban on mobile phones in secondary and technical schools drew a modest turnout in Eleftherias Square, with about 60 to 70 students in attendance....

Spike in suspicious transactions as Cyprus freezes over €25 million in illicit assets

Spike in suspicious transactions as Cyprus freezes over €25 million in illicit assets

Reports of suspicious transactions in Cyprus have risen sharply in 2023, reaching levels similar to those in 2021, as per a story by Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....

The 7th Autumn Festival – Halloween Edition by Inspired Family Fun Returns!

The 7th Autumn Festival – Halloween Edition by Inspired Family Fun Returns!

Join us for a weekend of spooktacular fun at My Mall Limassol from October 26 to 28, as we celebrate Halloween in the most magical way! ...

Cyprus reaches agreement for delivery of FSRU

Cyprus reaches agreement for delivery of FSRU

The Cypriot government and a Chinese consortium have come to an agreement for the delivery of the floating storage regasification unit (FSRU) ''Prometheus,'' which is expected to be finalized within 60 days....

President Christodoulides: No tolerance for corruption in sports

President Christodoulides: No tolerance for corruption in sports

President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, made it clear that the country has zero tolerance for corruption and match-fixing in sports during the opening of the National School of Ethics at the Presidential Palace on Monday....

8-year-old boy seriously injured in school incident

8-year-old boy seriously injured in school incident

Larnaca police are investigating a troubling incident involving an 8-year-old boy who was seriously injured at his primary school last Thursday. The boy’s injury has raised concerns about safety protocols within the school premises and has led to potential legal action from his family....

Cyprus eyes direct flights to the U.S., aiming for new heights in tourism

Cyprus eyes direct flights to the U.S., aiming for new heights in tourism

Let’s accept that we may not solve everything, but we can aim to address some key issues. At the very least, we should lay the groundwork for their resolution....

Four suspects plead guilty in murder of Dimitris Andronikos

Four suspects plead guilty in murder of Dimitris Andronikos

Key figures in the criminal ambush of Dimitris Andronikos, known as ''Dimitroui,'' admitted guilt today in Nicosia’s Court of Cassation, marking a significant development in the case. ...

Lidl is holding the ''mind RESET'' programme for the 4th consecutive year

Lidl is holding the ''mind RESET'' programme for the 4th consecutive year

On the 16th and 17th of September, the first phase of the successful environmental educational programme was successfully completed, and focuses on the training of teachers of the participating schools....

Cyprus under siege as cyberattacks raise alarms

Cyprus under siege as cyberattacks raise alarms

Since October 17, hackers have been launching a series of targeted attacks on various organizations and companies across Cyprus, sparking public debate about the country's ability to fend off cyber threats. ...

Hold on to your hats, there's some breezy days ahead!

Hold on to your hats, there's some breezy days ahead!

Get ready for a breezy day ahead! Expect mostly clear skies with a few clouds popping up here and there. Winds will be whipping in from the north and northeast, clocking in at a solid 4 to 5 on the Beaufort scale, so it’s going to feel quite gusty....

Turkish exile Fethullah Gülen, Erdoğan’s rival, dies at 83

Turkish exile Fethullah Gülen, Erdoğan’s rival, dies at 83

Fethullah Gülen, the Turkish scholar and preacher accused by Ankara......

Joey takes you to Madrid for the Junior Eurovision final

Joey takes you to Madrid for the Junior Eurovision final

Travel with your child to Madrid exclusively by signing up to the JOEY App and watch the grand final of Junior Eurovision 2024, which will take place on November 16th. ...

57-year-old Nicosia resident arrested in child pornography case

57-year-old Nicosia resident arrested in child pornography case

Authorities in Cyprus arrested a 57-year-old man from Nicosia on Monday, as part of an investigation into child pornography....

Aircraft deployed to combat Paphos fire after Limassol flames tamed

Aircraft deployed to combat Paphos fire after Limassol flames tamed

A new wildfire has broken out in the Paphos district, specifically in the Pittokopos area, just hours after a blaze in Limassol was brought under control....

FT: Foreign students lured to illegal universities in occupied Cyprus

FT: Foreign students lured to illegal universities in occupied Cyprus

The Financial Times published an extensive report from Nicosia, highlighting a scheme targeting foreign students, particularly from Africa and Asia, through agencies promoting study opportunities at illegal universities in the occupied northern Cyprus....

Kotsovolos: One Destination, the full Apple Experience

Kotsovolos: One Destination, the full Apple Experience

For those who are looking for the ultimate Apple experience, the answer is simple: Kotsovolos!...

Fake $100 banknotes flood Cyprus

Fake $100 banknotes flood Cyprus

The Central Bank of Cyprus called on Monday for caution over the circulation of counterfeit US$ 100 banknotes in the market. ...

Secrets to building winning teams in the digital era

Secrets to building winning teams in the digital era

At this year’s Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, held in Nicosia, Beth Davies, a renowned expert in talent management and company culture, took center stage to share her insights on the future of work....

Massive cyber attacks target key websites in Cyprus

Massive cyber attacks target key websites in Cyprus

In the past 24 hours, Cyprus has been hit by a series of major cyber attacks, targeting both government websites and critical internet infrastructure....

A picture is worth a thousand words!

A picture is worth a thousand words!

Former President Donald Trump made an unusual appearance at a McDonald’s in suburban Pennsylvania on Sunday, attempting to present himself as......

Priest halts wedding over bridesmaid's ''catwalk moment''

Priest halts wedding over bridesmaid's ''catwalk moment''

In what can only be described as an unforgettable scene at a wedding in Paiania on Saturday (16/10), a priest temporarily stopped the ceremony due to a bridesmaid's fashion faux pas...

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