Cyprus is considering a new round of licensing for offshore gas exploration to capitalize on high demand, according to Energy Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou. With estimates suggesting that undiscovered gas reserves could be around 15-16 trillion cubic feet...
The British newspaper group The Guardian has decided to stop posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, citing concerns over what it describes as a ''toxic media platform.''...
The online shopping platform Temu is drawing criticism for selling a T-shirt with a slogan referencing the Cyprus issue. The shirt, priced at €11.90 on sale from an original €23.69, features the phrase...
Last Thursday, the Cyprus Bank Employees' Association (CBA) announced it had sold its shares in Hellenic Bank to Eurobank, but already, reports suggest ETYK, the Cyprus banking employees’ union, is eyeing its next investment....
The Municipality of Athienou and the Larnaca Tourism Development and Promotion Company have completed an artistic project that brings local cultural heritage to the streets. ...
Lois Builders Ltd. has issued a statement in response to the recent termination of its contract for the Fishing Reserve and Liopetriou River project, calling the move ''unprecedented.''...
Cyprus recently participated in the prestigious “Best Sommelier of Europe, Africa, and the Middle East” competition, held in Belgrade, Serbia. Representing Cyprus was award-winning sommelier Iwona Hereda,...
Cybersecurity experts are urging caution when using Google search, revealing that some common search terms can expose users to serious risks, including hacking and malware infections....
Larnaca’s first-ever Smoothie Factory has opened in the city center, delivering fresh, health-focused options for locals and visitors alike. The Texan brand, popular for its colorful, ...
Last night, I tuned into a podcast featuring the former President of Cyprus and a Twitter Space (or "X Space") with the former DISY party leader. Oh boy, both were quite the listen....
The Cyprus government has formally terminated its contract with Intrakat, a Greek construction company, for the long-awaited Paphos-Polis Chrysochous motorway, citing severe delays and excessive demands from the contractor....
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Authorities in Cyprus are warning residents to stay vigilant as reports of theft continue to rise, including a recent case involving €10,000 worth of jewelry stolen from a home in the Kofinos area....
A Joker lottery ticket played at a Nicosia agency turned one lucky Cypriot into a millionaire, claiming a prize of €4,229,300.85, lottery officials announced....
In a move aimed at shaking up Washington, former President Donald Trump announced plans to appoint Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest man, to head a new ''Department of Government Efficiency.''...
Today, it’s mostly clear skies across the island, with just enough clouds here and there to keep things interesting. Around midday, some of those clouds could get a little ambitious, ...
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has announced his resignation following a critical report revealing shortcomings in the Church’s handling of abuse allegations involving the late John Smyth, a known child abuser....
Love the kick of spicy food or can’t stand the heat? Either way, the fiery ingredients in your favorite dishes bring more to the table than just a tingling tongue—they might even have health perks. But are they risky enough to be dangerous?...
Starting Friday, November 15, young people and couples in Cyprus will be able to apply for financial assistance through a new housing plan. The program, designed to support those up to the age of 41, will accept applications online until December 31, 2024, at noon....
Cyprus’s Ministry of the Interior has terminated the employment of the engineer and contractor for the Liopetri Fishing Shelter and River Restoration Project due to long-standing delays and unmet contractual obligations, according to an announcement by the ministry....
New research suggests that air pollution exposure during pregnancy may increase the risk of autism in babies with a genetic predisposition for the condition, according to a study by Dr. Haitham Amal and his team at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem....
The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is intensifying its probe into former Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiadis about alleged corruption in the “golden passports” scheme, as detailed in journalist Makarios Drousiotis’s book 'Mafia State', Politis newspaper reported....
The Court of Appeal has taken the step of increasing the sentences of a man convicted of raping a child in 2019 in Paphos. This follows a ruling that the sentences initially handed down were "manifestly inadequate."...
Next spring, Yale University will offer a unique class that dives into the artistic and cultural influence of global superstar Beyoncé. The course, called "Beyoncé Makes History: Black Radical Tradition History, Culture, Theory & Politics Through Music," will explore Beyoncé's work from her 2013 album to her latest release, Cowboy Carter....
In the latest financial report, Bank of Cyprus has reported a solid profit of €401 million for the first nine months of 2024—a 15% jump from last year’s €349 million. ...
Every year, Lidl's Christmas campaign reinforces its position as the go-to partner for a magical holiday season, offering a diverse product range and celebrating the spirit of sharing....
In September 2024, the Bank of Cyprus reached a deal with funds linked to Cerberus Global Investments B.V. to sell a portfolio of non-performing loans—primarily business loans backed by collateral. ...
United Nations Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo is expected to visit Cyprus soon, following UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s approval of plans to convene an expanded meeting on Cyprus. All parties involved have agreed to the idea, sources say....
In 2023, the share of part-time workers in Cyprus for those aged 20-64 was at 8%, a slight drop from 9.1% in 2022. This trend of declining part-time work has been consistent in Cyprus since 2014...
The Cypriot supermarket landscape is shifting as Greece's Sklavenitis Group officially takes over Papantoniou Supermarkets. With Competition Protection Commission approval, ...
