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Accelerated aging linked to rising young adult cancer rates

Accelerated aging linked to rising young adult cancer rates

Researchers investigating the surge in certain cancers among younger adults have uncovered a potential link to accelerated biological aging, according to CNN....

Finance Ministry urges applicants for 2013 haircut compensation

Finance Ministry urges applicants for 2013 haircut compensation

The Cyprus Finance Ministry is calling on all individuals and entities affected by the 2013 Cyprus bailout to submit their electronic applications for participation in the "Replenishment Scheme of the National Solidarity Fund."...

Kyriakos Kouros assumes role as Cyprus' High Commissioner to the UK

Kyriakos Kouros assumes role as Cyprus' High Commissioner to the UK

Ambassador Andreas Kakouris has assumed his duties as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' new Permanent Secretary....

Deloitte reveals steady surge in Cyprus real estate transactions

Deloitte reveals steady surge in Cyprus real estate transactions

Deloitte issued the Cyprus Real Estate Review, which presents an in-depth analysis of the real estate market in 2023....

Greece introduces ''talent and tech visas'' for non-EU citizens

Greece introduces ''talent and tech visas'' for non-EU citizens

Greece is about to introduce more formal incentives for attracting non-European Union citizens, this time based on their talent and expertise, as a means of boosting the country’s supply of skilled staff, which is seriously lagging demand in the high-tech sectors....

President Christodoulides hails financial progress with new CBC Governor

President Christodoulides hails financial progress with new CBC Governor

The appointment ceremony for the new governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus, Mr. Christodoulos Patsalides, occurred this morning at the Presidential Palace, with the President of the Republic, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, in attendance....

Protecting pups or punishing breeds? Dachshunds caught in legal crossfire

Protecting pups or punishing breeds? Dachshunds caught in legal crossfire

Dachshunds, the German dog breed known for their distinctive long bodies and short legs, face an uncertain future if proposed changes to an animal protection law are approved, Germany’s kennel club said....

Coldplay extends Athens stay with additional concert

Coldplay extends Athens stay with additional concert

Global icons Coldplay have stirred a frenzy among music enthusiasts as they gear up to grace Athens with their presence during the 2024 leg of their highly anticipated Music of the Spheres Tour....

Thanos Hotels' bold move into Greek hospitality

Thanos Hotels' bold move into Greek hospitality

With over 50 years of experience in the hospitality industry and a track record of highly successful operations in three ultra-luxurious hotels in Cyprus......

Cyprus President returns from Lebanon with promises fulfilled

Cyprus President returns from Lebanon with promises fulfilled

President Nikos Christodoulides' whirlwind journey to Beirut has drawn to a close, yet the true test of its impact lies on the horizon, amidst the waves. ...

Hail and isolated thunderstorms today

Hail and isolated thunderstorms today

We have a fascinating weather scenario unfolding as a low-pressure system moves slowly eastward from the south of Cyprus....

Record crowd watches historic eclipse across North America

Record crowd watches historic eclipse across North America

The next total eclipse will be on 12 August 2026 and will cover large areas of the northern hemisphere....

Six years of oversight culminate in medicine warehouse catastrophe

Six years of oversight culminate in medicine warehouse catastrophe

This quote poignantly illustrates the entrenched mindset of public administration, often characterized by inefficiency rather than efficacy....

Demetra Holdings challenges Eurobank-Hellenic merger

Demetra Holdings challenges Eurobank-Hellenic merger

Demetra Holdings is seeking to overturn the National Competition Authority's (NCA) approval of the proposed merger between Eurobank and Hellenic Bank....

Heavy rains and hail sweep across Cyprus

Heavy rains and hail sweep across Cyprus

Cyprus is currently facing the brunt of severe weather conditions, with heavy rains and hail wreaking havoc in various regions....

Tonight's total solar eclipse promises to mesmerize the sky

Tonight's total solar eclipse promises to mesmerize the sky

Today, on Monday, April 8, a celestial spectacle is set to unfold across vast swathes of North and Central America as a total solar eclipse takes center stage. ...

Cyprus urges EU support for Lebanon amid migration challenges

Cyprus urges EU support for Lebanon amid migration challenges

The Cypriot government is pleading with the European Union (EU) for financial support for Lebanon to bolster its border management efforts, according to a report by our Brussels correspondent, George Kakouris. ...

Cyprus-Greece ferry service resumes for third year

Cyprus-Greece ferry service resumes for third year

The Cyprus-Greece maritime passenger connection is set to resume for the third consecutive year, subsidized by the state following approval from the European Commission, ...

Cyprus faces migration crisis amid infrastructure strain

Cyprus faces migration crisis amid infrastructure strain

Cyprus is facing a mounting migration crisis as data obtained by K on Thursday reveals a surge in illegal immigrant arrivals, straining the government's resources and raising concerns about a humanitarian emergency....

Green marketing: The truth behind eco-friendly claims

Green marketing: The truth behind eco-friendly claims

The deceptive practice of greenwashing, aimed at misleading consumers about the environmental qualities of products or services, is drawing increasing scrutiny....

KEDIPES introduces plan to help borrowers repay home loans

KEDIPES introduces plan to help borrowers repay home loans

The Cyprus Asset Management Company (KEDIPES) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at assisting borrowers in repaying their home loans....

Bank of Cyprus to auction cars: See models and prices

Bank of Cyprus to auction cars: See models and prices

The Bank of Cyprus has announced an upcoming auction for a selection of cars. Details of the models and prices are outlined in the tables below....

Boeing's engine cowling detaches mid-takeoff, strikes wing

Boeing's engine cowling detaches mid-takeoff, strikes wing

US airline regulators have launched an investigation after an engine cowling on a Boeing plane fell off during takeoff and struck the wing flap, the latest in a series of safety problems facing the aircraft manufacturer. ...

Cyprus News Digest - From river beautification to billionaires' bargains

Cyprus News Digest - From river beautification to billionaires' bargains

It's been a while since we heard about inaugurations from our president, so this one deserves special mention: ...

Social media abuzz with mesmerizing video of playful marine visitors (vid)

Social media abuzz with mesmerizing video of playful marine visitors (vid)

In a splash of excitement that has social media buzzing, the coastal waters of Limassol, Cyprus, played host to a delightful surprise: a pod of dolphins putting on a spectacular show of aquatic acrobatics!...

Tatar asserts Turkish Cypriot rights in Cyprus talks

Tatar asserts Turkish Cypriot rights in Cyprus talks

Returning from his diplomatic visit to the US, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) President Ersin Tatar addressed the media at Ercan Airport......

The absence of accountability

The absence of accountability

The recent bout of inclement weather has brought to light a glaringly scandalous agreement between the government and a private entity. In this arrangement, ...

Christodoulides and Von der Leyen strategize on Cyprus migration crisis

Christodoulides and Von der Leyen strategize on Cyprus migration crisis

In a cordial atmosphere, the meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen took place today, Sunday, April 7, in Athens....

Patsalides steps up as Central Bank Governor

Patsalides steps up as Central Bank Governor

President Nikos Christodoulides, exercising his constitutional powers, has decided to appoint Dr. Christodoulos Patsalides as the Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus....

Cyprus records €575.5 million in new loans

Cyprus records €575.5 million in new loans

Cyprus recorded a significant increase in total new loans in February, reaching €575.5 million, up from €462.7 million in the previous month. This surge was primarily driven by a notable rise in loans granted to companies, totalling approximately €130 million, according to data released by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). ...

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