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Cyprus emerges as key hub for EMC project with $300 Million Funding

The EMC cable aims to connect Europe with Saudi Arabia, with construction slated to begin in the summer of 2024...

20/02/2024 | NEWS

EY Cyprus welcomes two new partners to power growth

EY Cyprus is pleased to announce that its leadership team has been strengthened with the addition of two new partners....

20/02/2024 | BUSINESS

Cyprus gears up for annual military drills with allies

The Ministry of Defence has revealed plans for military training activities scheduled for February 20 and 21, during the afternoon and evening. These exercises are part of Cyprus' yearly military cooperation program with allied nations....

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Cyprus adapts to changing seas

In response to European sanctions on Russian shipping companies based in Cyprus and developments in the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, Cyprus is actively seeking to attract new companies from different markets....

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Kato Pyrgos aims to become Cyprus' first energy self-sufficient community

Inspired by the success of the Tilos Project, the first operational renewable energy initiative that achieved energy independence for the island of Tilos, Kato Pyrgos aspires to become the first energy self-sufficient community in Cyprus. ...

20/02/2024 | NEWS

EU unveils stricter fiscal rules for member states

The European Commission has introduced new fiscal rules aimed at promoting growth and financial discipline among member states. The framework, ...

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Who needs a view when you've got a packed car?

In a peculiar incident captured on the ''I Love Cyprus RE'' page, a driver's unconventional vehicle loading has raised eyebrows and safety concerns among onlookers. ...

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Doctors' abortion refusal raises concerns

A significant controversy emerged during today's session of the Human Rights Committee of the Parliament, shedding light on the refusal of six out of eight anesthesiologists at Makarios Hospital to participate in an abortion procedure, citing religious reasons. ...

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Fire damages two cars outside home in Limassol

Limassol faced a tense situation on Monday night (19/02) as flames consumed two parked vehicles outside a residential property, prompting a rapid response from local police and firefighters....

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Minister Kombos to support 13th Russian sanctions package

Cyprus supports the 13th package of sanctions against Russia, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said during the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on Monday....

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Surge in custody escapes sparks government response

Once again, the spotlight shines on the issue of escapes from police custody, ignited by the daring getaway of a 17-year-old from the Kokkinotrimithia......

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Spotty rainfall and cool breezes ahead

Get ready for a mixed bag of weather in Cyprus this week, folks! We've got sunny skies lined up, but don't be surprised if a few raindrops crash the party. ...

20/02/2024 | NEWS

Bank of Cyprus posts nearly half a billion euro profit in 2023

Bank of Cyprus reported a robust profit of €487 million for the fiscal year 2023, as announced by Group CEO Panicos Nikolaou during the presentation of the bank's financial results....

19/02/2024 | BUSINESS

Mysterious Lakatamia mansion hits the market for 825,000 Euros

The most famous mansion in Lakatamia is up for sale for 825,000 euros by Gordian Holdings....

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Tension erupts in court during trial for Ypsona double murder

The trial concerning the double murder that occurred on June 29 outside a bar in Ipsona, claiming the lives of 44-year-old Mario Onisiforou and 51-year-old Michael Michael,...

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Cyprus tourism braces for challenges in 2024

The Association of Cyprus Tourist Enterprises (ΣΤΕΚ) is getting a bit jittery about the upcoming tourist season in 2024. In a recent meeting, they chatted with a representative from Hermes Airports to figure out what's going on....

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Millo | Art Spring Cyprus

Renowned Italian artist Francesco Camillo Giorgino, known as Millo, known for his large-scale murals across the globe, is bringing his talent to Cyprus. ...

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Philippines accuses China of dumping cyanide into disputed Scarborough Shoal

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in the Philippines has accused Chinese fishing vessels of utilizing cyanide to harm the Scarborough Shoal, a contested atoll in the South China Sea, according to a report in Business Insider....

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Navalny's widow accuses Putin of poisoning

Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, asserted in a social media video on Monday that her husband was poisoned with Novichok, ...

19/02/2024 | NEWS

How does zero VAT affect your grocery bills?

The Consumer Protection Service is keeping a close eye on how the zero VAT (Value Added Tax) rate impacts prices in stores. They've been checking 88 different products ...

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Police step up checks on bus drivers in EU campaign

Cyprus police take part in a European campaign in the context of which they will step up checks on lorry and bus drivers during a week of awareness and enforcement from Monday 19 February 2024 to Sunday 25 February 2024....

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Woman reveals harrowing conditions in Nicosia psychiatric hospital

A woman testified before the Parliament's Human Rights Committee, shedding light on the deplorable conditions her sister endured during her stay at the Nicosia psychiatric hospital....

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Transforming homes into energy generators, one wall at a time

Imagine if you could turn your house walls into solar panels just by painting them – that's the idea behind solar paint. Unlike traditional solar panels, this high-tech paint contains tiny light-sensitive particles....

19/02/2024 | BUSINESS

Nicos Anastasiades welcomes investigation into allegations

In a written statement, former President Nicos Anastasiades welcomed the opening of the investigation into what he termed as "false and unsubstantiated allegations" contained in the book ...

19/02/2024 | NEWS

Cyprus and Greece report lowest EU foreign investment

Eurostat's latest data sheds light on the intricate dynamics of foreign involvement in the European Union's economy. ...

19/02/2024 | BUSINESS

ECOMMBX Teams Up with NBA Sensation Sasha Vezenkov in a Groundbreaking Partnership

In an electrifying announcement that has the sports and business worlds abuzz, ECOMMBX is thrilled to unveil NBA star Sasha Vezenkov as its new brand ambassador. This dynamic partnership marks a significant milestone in ECOMMBX's journey, symbolizing an era of unparalleled excitement and growth....

19/02/2024 | BUSINESS