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151. Gunfire targets suspect's vehicle in Kalogeropoulos' murder trial

Authorities are investigating a report of gunfire directed at the vehicle of one of the four individuals charged in connection with the murder of Thanasis Kalogeropoulos, which occurred on October 30th in Limassol. ...

152. Greek farmers descend on Athens protesting economic hardships

In a demonstration mirroring concerns across Europe, Greek farmers drove tractors into Athens on Tuesday to protest outside parliament, citing issues with rising energy costs, foreign competition, and recent flooding. ...

153. 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....

154. Police target unpaid traffic tickets with photo radar

Ahead of the summer season, law enforcement plans to roll out a photo radar system targeting unclaimed traffic offences, where offenders or vehicle owners evade detection or refuse to collect notifications from post offices....

155. Banks urged to accelerate loan restructurings

The governor of the Central Bank has shed light on the strategy for restructuring Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) and navigating credit risk management....

156. Excavations for missing Cypriots underway

Excavations are currently carried out by the Committee on missing persons (CMP) at seven sites in the areas under control of the Republic of Cyprus and the occupied areas to locate remains of missing Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots....

157. Thousands rallied in Athens against same-sex marriage bill

More than 1,500 protesters gathered in central Athens on Sunday to oppose legislation that would legalize same-sex marriage in Greece. The bill is set for a vote in parliament in days....

158. Houthi rebels target US-owned ship in Yemen waters

Houthi fighters have launched an attack on a ship they identified as United States-owned, sailing in Yemeni waters. The Iran-linked group stated that the vessel, Star Iris, was hit by "a number of suitable naval missiles" in precise strikes....

159. Hamas condemns Israeli strikes, two hostages freed in Rafah operation

At least 37 Palestinians lost their lives in Israeli airstrikes targeting the southern city of Rafah, Gaza health officials reported Tuesday....

160. Parliament passes law to remove property restrictions in Occupied Areas

In a unanimous decision, the Plenary Session of the Greek Parliament passed a law abolishing the right of encumbrance of ''memorandum'' on properties held by banks and credit acquisition companies, located in the occupied territories. ...

161. Police apprehend teens for store vandalism in Nicosia

Police arrested two 16-year-old individuals late Wednesday night in Nicosia as they were vandalizing stores along a central street in the city....

162. MPs question RIK's handling of political participation in television panels

The unchecked involvement of politicians, notably candidates during election cycles, in RIK broadcasts became a focal point in the Cyprus Parliament....

163. Fallout from Boeing 737 MAX 9 door panel incident, bolts missing

A door panel detachment from a Boeing 737 MAX 9 jet mid-flight on January 5 has raised significant safety alarms, with a preliminary report from U.S. investigators shedding light on the concerning incident. ...

164. Porsche unleashes powerhouse Taycan with enhanced performance

Higher, faster, further and coming to Porsche Centres in the spring of 2024....

165. European Central Bank considers rate cut, Spanish Governor suggests

The European citizens should know that that the European Central Bank’s next move will be a rate cut, Governor of the Bank of Spain and ECB Governing Council member......

166. Bank of Spain governor to engage in economic talks with Cyprus officials

167. WHO battles access issues in Gaza hospitals amidst conflict

In the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and escalating tensions in the Middle East, recent developments have heightened concerns over regional stability and maritime security....

168. Nicosia's boutique hotel scene flourishes amid tourism surge

Seeking accommodation in a hotel in Nicosia for February, the search yields 22 options. Narrowing the search by distance from the city center results in fewer choices, yet still satisfactory. Twelve boutique units, primarily small boutique hotels, emerge from the search on booking.com....

169. Lagarde warns of potential economic threats to Europe under possible Trump return

In a recent exclusive interview with CNN's Richard Quest, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde cautioned Europe to brace itself for potential economic challenges......

170. Interest rates extended, borrowers face dilemma

Last Thursday, the European Central Bank (ECB) opted to maintain interest rates, extending the uncertainty for borrowers regarding their loans and repayments....

171. Iran-backed attack claims lives of three US service members

In a tragic development, three U.S. service members lost their lives, with at least 34 others wounded, in a devastating drone attack orchestrated by Iran-backed militants on U.S. troops stationed in northeastern Jordan, close to the Syrian border....

172. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

173. Bank of Cyprus gears up for investment talks in New York

Bank of Cyprus has packed its bags for New York as it gears up to meet with the investment community at the Athens Stock Exchange's conference in collaboration with JPMorgan on the 25th of this month. ...

174. Government's €6.6M solar project powers education sustainably

In a significant leap towards sustainability, Cyprus has successfully concluded a €6.6 million project, installing photovoltaic systems in 405 school buildings. ...

175. Black holes in public safety

Last week, Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis pledged to enhance security, proposing an increased uniformed presence in the city center to combat crime....

176. Parliament enacts law granting tax exemption on loan repayments

The House of Representatives has unanimously approved a law exempting individuals who sold real estate or transferred shares to repay Non-Servicing Loans from the 0.4% tax designated for the Central Equal Weight Sharing Agency...

177. Cyprus secures €40M boost for green energy storage

The Republic of Cyprus has secured €40 million from the Just Transition Fund for energy storage facilities, addressing the inflexibility of its electricity system in storing excess energy from renewables....

178. Arson investigation unfolds in Paphos as police apprehend suspect

Police in Paphos are actively investigating the recent arson case involving a vehicle owned by a member of the Paphos Police Department, as confirmed by Assistant Police Director of Operations, Michael Nicolaou....

179. Eurobank expands scholarship program to Cyprus

Eurobank Group is bringing its long-standing ''Forward for Education'' initiative to Cyprus, unveiling a new chapter in the program's 21-year history....

180. Cyprus ranks fourth in EU for cars per capita, exceeding average

In 2022, Cyprus ranked as the country with the fourth-highest number of passenger cars per population, boasting 658 cars per 1000 inhabitants, significantly surpassing the EU average of 560 vehicles per 1000 inhabitants, according to Eurostat, the statistical service of the European Union....