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4891. Electric cars outnumber petrol cars in Norway for the first time

Norway has made history by becoming the first country where electric vehicles (EVs) now outnumber petrol cars. ...

4892. Scientists store DNA on 5D crystal to preserve humanity for the future

Imagine a future where, even if humanity faces extinction, there’s a way to bring us back. That’s exactly what a team of British scientists is working on....

4893. 1KM MEDOCHEMIE FAMILY FUN RUN

Medochemie, the largest pharmaceutical company in Cyprus, has a longstanding commitment to supporting sports and promoting initiatives that encourage physical activity......

4894. Israel's shadow operations: A timeline of tactics

Israel is suspected of conducting various covert operations, including recent explosions of Hezbollah devices in Lebanon and cyberattacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. ...

4895. US military boosts forces in Alaska amid increased Russian activity

The U.S. military has deployed approximately 130 soldiers and mobile rocket launchers to Shemya Island in the Aleutian chain of western Alaska, responding to increased Russian military activity in the region. ...

4896. How did Israel turn Hezbollah’s pagers into deadly weapons?

Israel orchestrated the recent explosions of Hezbollah-linked pagers and walkie-talkies in Lebanon, according to defense and intelligence sources, leading to the deaths of at least 32 people and injuring thousands....

4897. Moody’s sees positive outlook for Hellenic Bank following Eurobank deal

Moody’s upgraded Hellenic Bank’s credit rating to Baa2 from Baa3 on Wednesday, citing the recent acquisition of a 56% stake by Eurobank S.A. The agency also revised the bank's outlook to positive. ...

4898. Andreas Petsas named new CEO of Eurobank Cyprus

Eurobank Cyprus’ Board of Directors, decided to appoint Mr Andreas Petsas as a Member of the Board of Directors and as the Bank’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), in a meeting held on 17 September 2024 in Nicosia....

4899. Dutch government requests opt-out from EU asylum rules

The Netherlands’ new coalition government, led by Geert Wilders’ far-right Party For Freedom (PVV), has requested an opt-out from the European Union’s asylum rules,...

4900. Aphrodite gas project moves to new phase of talks from January, 2025

Chevron and the Republic of Cyprus have agreed to enter a four-month negotiation period to finalize plans for the development of the ‘Aphrodite’ gas field in Block 12 of Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). ...

4901. EU Commission refuses Dutch request to leave asylum system

In a surprising move, the Netherlands has requested an opt-out from the EU migration and asylum system, just days after Germany reintroduced border controls. ...

4902. EUNOMIA 5-2024: Cyprus, Greece, Italy, and France join forces

With the aim of improving the mutual understanding and interoperability between the Cyprus National Guard, the Greek, Italian and French Armed Forces, the "EUNOMIA 5-2024" Aeronautical Exercise, which took place from 12 to 18 September 2024, was completed....

4903. Leaders meet amid concerns over delayed GSI agreement

A summit meeting between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides is set for Thursday, amid growing tensions over the future of the electricity interconnection project between Crete and Cyprus....

4904. Three arrested in Dhekelia for illegal bird trapping raid

Three men were arrested in the Dhekelia area on Monday morning after a Sovereign Base Area Police anti-bird trapping raid discovered them in an orchard using active mist nets....

4905. A magical night of music in Nicosia's Eleftheria Square

4906. Larnaca hosts 2nd Jazz Festival with free entry on Sept. 26-27

The 2nd Jazz Festival will take place on September 26-27 at Zuchouri Square in Larnaca, featuring top artists from the Cypriot and international jazz scenes, curated by Akis Farmakalidis....

4907. Eurobank and India collaborate to create strategic business council

Mr. Ioannou raised concerns about whether the bank has a plan to maintain its strong profitability, which has largely come from rising interest rates......

4908. Michalis Louis appointed CEO of Hellenic Bank

Michalis Louis has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Hellenic Bank Public Company Limited at the Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of the Bank, with immediate effect, according to a decision taken by the Board of Directors of the bank......

4909. Hezbollah radio explosions leave 20 dead in Lebanon's deadliest day of conflict

Explosions from Hezbollah's communication devices rocked southern Lebanon for a second consecutive day, killing 20 people and injuring more than 450 in what has become the deadliest episode since cross-border hostilities with Israel intensified nearly a year ago. ...

4910. Temperatures hold steady through Friday

A weak low-pressure system will bring unstable weather to Cyprus starting Friday, with occasional rain and storms expected in certain areas....

4911. Exploding walkie-talkies injure 100 in Lebanon; three dead

Exploding walkie-talkies have injured at least 100 people across Lebanon, the country's health ministry reported Wednesday. The blasts, which occurred just one day after similar explosions involving pagers, have resulted in at least three confirmed deaths....

4912. Reasons behind the Auditor General ruling deemed a mockery

Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras reports today that the Constitutional Court of Cyprus has ruled unanimously to dismiss Auditor General Odysseus Michaelides following a request by the Attorney General, George Savvidis....

4913. New Turkish center to oversee maritime and air traffic in occupied Cyprus

Turkey's Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu announced that a maritime monitoring center in occupied Cyprus is expected to be operational by the end of next year....

4914. Cyprus and Chevron set timeline for Aphrodite gas field resolution

The Republic of Cyprus and Chevron have agreed to hold discussions over the next four months in order to seek an amicable solution that ensures the development of the Aphrodite gas field without further delays....

4915. These are the DJs set to rock the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

Ranked as one of the 15 best cocktail festivals in the world by the prestigious guide ''Drinks Feed,'' the Cyprus Cocktail Festival returns for its 5th edition, and we can't wait to experience it once again!...

4916. Record sea turtle nests found on British base beaches

British Bases (BB) beaches are celebrating a milestone in sea turtle conservation, with a record-breaking 382 turtle nests recorded across their sandy shores this year, according to environmental experts. The new record surpasses last year’s total of 282 nests, which was the second-highest count ever....

4917. From con woman to ballroom dancer

Anna Delvey, the infamous ''fake heiress'' whose scandalous rise to infamy was dramatized in Netflix’s 'Inventing Anna', made her debut on 'Dancing With the Stars' Tuesday night,...

4918. England and Wales introduce safe zones for abortion access

Safe access zones outside abortion clinics in England and Wales will take effect at the end of October, prohibiting protests within 150 meters of clinics and hospitals that provide abortion services....

4919. Hellenic Bank boosts first-time buyers with reduced rates

Hellenic Bank has introduced a new scheme offering reduced interest rates for first-time homebuyers....

4920. Cyprus struggles to boost winter tourism

Cyprus is having a tough time improving its winter tourism, according to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou, even though more tourists are visiting and spending more money. ...