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''No Last Chances'' — The UK’s view on Cyprus, NATO, and post-Brexit hurdles

''No Last Chances'' — The UK’s view on Cyprus, NATO, and post-Brexit hurdles

In an interview with Kathimerini's Marina Economidou , British High Commissioner to Cyprus, Michael Tatham, doesn’t shy away from addressing some of the more pressing and controversial issues shaping relations between the UK and Cyprus....

Brace yourselves, Cyprus — the weather has plans!

Brace yourselves, Cyprus — the weather has plans!

It seems the island is getting a brief, moody spell courtesy of a weak low-pressure system. Think of it as the weather equivalent of a guest who pops by uninvited, makes a little fuss, and leaves before you really get annoyed....

Mango founder Isak Andic dies at 71 after tragic accident

Mango founder Isak Andic dies at 71 after tragic accident

Isak Andic, the visionary behind global fashion brand Mango, tragically passed away at the age of 71 following an accident during a family excursion. ...

Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone after Assad's fall

Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone after Assad's fall

After the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Israel seized control of a crucial buffer zone in the Golan Heights, an area that has been a source of ongoing geopolitical tension....

Former OpenAI researcher found dead amid copyright dispute

Former OpenAI researcher found dead amid copyright dispute

Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old former researcher at OpenAI, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on November 26. Authorities reported no evidence of foul play. ...

USA: Mystery drones shut down airports and shake US security

USA: Mystery drones shut down airports and shake US security

A series of mysterious drone sightings in the United States has disrupted airport operations and triggered widespread concern, prompting calls for federal intervention. ...

Russian nuclear weapons at Europe's doorstep

Russian nuclear weapons at Europe's doorstep

Russia has deployed tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, marking the first time its nuclear arsenal has been stationed outside Russian territory since the Cold War....

Elon Musk becomes first person to achieve a $400 billion net worth

Elon Musk becomes first person to achieve a $400 billion net worth

Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has reached an unprecedented milestone: a net worth of $400 billion, according to Bloomberg....

Miniature therapy horses in Greece bring joy despite struggles

Miniature therapy horses in Greece bring joy despite struggles

A shy smile spreads across 9-year-old Josifina’s face as she strokes a tiny gray horse....

Music event in New York commemorates 50 years of occupation

Music event in New York commemorates 50 years of occupation

"Beautiful and Strange Homeland" was the title of the concert presented by the Choir of the Pan-Cyprian Association of America at the "Terrace on the Park" event center....

The case of the meddling mother-in-law

The case of the meddling mother-in-law

An extraordinary case came before the Larnaca Criminal Court, involving a mother-in-law who set up her 19-year-old son-in-law in an attempt to force him to separate from her daughter....

Hungarian women held over €58.5M property case

Hungarian women held over €58.5M property case

Two women, aged 61 and 53, are facing serious charges tied to the alleged illegal sale of Greek Cypriot properties worth €58.5 million in the occupied areas of Akanthos, Ayios Ambrosios, and Kalograia. ...

50,000 vehicles in Cyprus face recall over defective Takata airbags

50,000 vehicles in Cyprus face recall over defective Takata airbags

Cyprus could see up to 50,000 cars recalled due to the dangerous Takata airbags, a defective part responsible for deaths and injuries around the world, including in Cyprus. ...

François Bayrou Appointed France's New Prime Minister

François Bayrou Appointed France's New Prime Minister

In a move aimed at stabilizing France's fractured political landscape, President Emmanuel Macron has appointed François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister, the Elysée announced on Friday. ...

The amphetamine that toppled Assad

The amphetamine that toppled Assad

The rapid collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government in Syria came as a surprise to many. After a fierce, multi-day assault, rebel forces captured the capital, Damascus, on Sunday, forcing Assad to flee to Russia. ...

Cypriot MP's take a break from 'banking on' reform

Cypriot MP's take a break from 'banking on' reform

Yesterday, we witnessed one of the most evenly matched votes ever held in the Cyprus Parliament. MPs were called to vote on the proposal from AKEL for a one-off tax on bank profits....

Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

The Cyprus Parliament was busy on Thursday, voting on a series of important bills that could reshape the island's economic landscape and support families....

Chania gas station bans fueling motorcyclists without helmets

Chania gas station bans fueling motorcyclists without helmets

A gas station in Chania, Crete, has announced a controversial new policy that will no longer provide fuel to any motorcycle—big or small—if the driver or passenger isn’t wearing a helmet. This decision comes in the wake of a tragic accident that claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy in Kissamos....

December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 06/12/2024

December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 06/12/2024

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

At Lidl Cyprus, Christmas is a time when giving and caring are of even greater importance....

9,420 deported from Cyprus in 2024

9,420 deported from Cyprus in 2024

As of December 13, Cyprus has deported or repatriated 9,420 people in 2024, marking a slight increase compared to the 9,276 recorded during the same period last year, according to a statement from the Police....

Residential land for sale by AstroBank

Residential land for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale residential plots of various sized in Paphos, Nicosia, Larnaca, and Famagusta....

Parliament rejects AKEL’s 5% bank tax bill after tense showdown

Parliament rejects AKEL’s 5% bank tax bill after tense showdown

A dramatic session in parliament ended with the rejection of a contentious proposal by the opposition party AKEL, which aimed to impose an extraordinary 5% solidarity tax on bank interest income for 2024 and 2025. ...

Sunshine, clouds, and a dash of weekend drama

Sunshine, clouds, and a dash of weekend drama

Happy Friday! Whether you’re planning a cozy evening, a hike, or just excited to kick back after a long week, here's what Mother Nature has in store for you today and beyond. ...

New 'trend' of deep fake nude photos

New 'trend' of deep fake nude photos

Organizations and internet safety experts are raising alarms over the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) to create realistic but fake nude images of real women....

Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers encourages creation and innovation

Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers encourages creation and innovation

The Future Skills Hub of the European University Cyprus, in collaboration with the Department of Secondary Technical and Vocational Education and Training of the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth, the Youth Board of Cyprus, and IDEP Lifelong Learning, successfully concluded the Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers. ...

Stelios Foundation donates equipment to aid CMP efforts

Stelios Foundation donates equipment to aid CMP efforts

The Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, spearheaded by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, has made a significant contribution to the humanitarian mission of the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus (CMP)....

TIME magazine to name Trump 'Person of the Year'

TIME magazine to name Trump 'Person of the Year'

Donald Trump is expected to be named 'Person of the Year' by Time magazine....

ECB announces final rate cut for 2024

ECB announces final rate cut for 2024

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a 25 basis point reduction in interest rates, marking the fourth consecutive cut for 2024....

Asma Assad 'not welcome' in the UK, says Foreign Secretary

Asma Assad 'not welcome' in the UK, says Foreign Secretary

The British wife of former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad, Asma Assad, has been confirmed as a sanctioned individual and is "not welcome" in the UK, according to Foreign Secretary David Lammy. ...

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