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1. Limassol turns into a literary wonderland with three days of international books and authors

Limassol is alive with the hum of conversation, creativity, and the unmistakable rustle of pages. The fourth annual Limassol International Book Fair opened yesterday, Friday 21 November, and continues through tomorrow, Sunday 23 November....

2. Bedbug chemicals blamed for deaths of tourist family in Istanbul

The sudden deaths of a German-Turkish family vacationing in Istanbul are now being linked to chemical exposure inside their hotel, shifting the investigation toward a possible pesticide leak rather than food poisoning....

3. The Cypriot who left to create, and found Cyprus everywhere

Baris Gencel was born into division...literally. He arrived in October 1974, weeks after Cyprus was ripped apart by war, into a family marked by displacement from villages like Marata and Sandallar....

4. Alleged Police use of chemicals during Nicosia student protest (VIDEO)

A student-led demonstration in Nicosia on Friday against the continued occupation of northern Cyprus reportedly ended in confrontation, with organizers claiming that police allegedly deployed chemical agents against participants....

5. Blue dogs spotted at Chernobyl leave experts puzzled

Something strange, and oddly colorful, is happening in Chernobyl. A few stray dogs living in the Exclusion Zone around the abandoned nuclear plant have been spotted with bright blue fur, baffling animal rescuers and sparking wild speculation online....

6. Cyprus' underworld no longer plays by the rules

Organized crime now operates without fear or restraint. The murder of businessman and sports official Stavros Demosthenous in Limassol on the morning of Friday, Oct. 17, makes that painfully clear....

7. ComplianceSuite.ai: How Infocredit Group Is Turning Compliance into Competitive Advantage

Financial crime has grown increasingly sophisticated, and with it, the burden of regulatory compliance. For industries such as gaming, financial services, and fintech, compliance is no longer simply about meeting obligations...

8. Protect your digital life with Cyber Cover

Did you click on an ''innocent'' link and had your passwords stolen?...

9. Cyprus and the U.S. team up courtside as EuroBasket hype builds

As Cyprus gears up for EuroBasket action, basketball isn’t just heating up on the court; it’s also sparking some international teamwork off of it....

10. Outdoor heavy work suspended island-wide amid intense heatwave

With Cyprus baking under extreme heat, the government has issued a midday suspension of outdoor work in a bid to protect workers from dangerous conditions....

11. How common is heatstroke in pets?

As temperatures rise, pet owners are urged to stay vigilant about the dangers of heatstroke, a preventable but often deadly condition that continues to claim the lives of animals each summer....

12. Banks show profit decline, asset growth, and capital strengthening in Q1 2025

The Central Bank of Cyprus released updated data Wednesday showing a decline in bank profits, an increase in assets, and a stronger capital position for the first quarter of 2025....

13. Limassol Municipality offers air-conditioned spaces during heatwave

The Limassol Municipality is urging residents to take extra precautions as a heatwave grips the region and is opening air-conditioned spaces to help the public cope with high temperatures....

14. ''In Paradise I marked an island…''

The inauguration will be held by Deputy Government Spokesperson Mr. Giannis Antoniou...

15. Alarming gaps leave children vulnerable to abuse in sports

Recent reports have once again brought to light cases of sexual abuse and exploitation of children in sports, along with a lack of coordination among the responsible authorities....

16. Alpha Bank Cyprus to acquire Astrobank in €200 million deal

Alpha Bank Cyprus will acquire the entire operations of Astrobank, excluding €15 million in non-performing loans, in a deal set to be signed Friday, June 20....

17. The Catalytic Role of Legal and Regulatory Functions in the Modern Era of Sustainable Development

In the traditional business environment, legal and compliance professionals were seen as “gatekeepers.” Today, they are evolving into custodians of alignment and harmonization with legal and regulatory frameworks. ...

18. EU probes major porn sites over child safety concerns

The European Union has opened formal investigations into four major pornography websites (Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX and XVideos) over alleged failures to protect minors from exposure to adult content, the European Commission announced Tuesday....

19. EU lawmakers approve tariff hikes on Russian, Belarusian agricultural imports

The European Parliament voted Thursday to impose higher tariffs on fertilizers and select agricultural products from Russia and Belarus, aiming to curb the bloc’s reliance on imports from the two countries....

20. ‘Sharp’ rise in bullying, abuse calls to child helpline

A sharp rise in reports of bullying and abuse has been recorded by Hope For Children, which said more than 2,000 children and parents have contacted its 24-hour helpline so far in 2024....

21. Chewing gum found to release microplastics into saliva, study reveals

A new pilot study suggests that chewing gum may be an unexpected source of microplastic ingestion....

22. Consulco’s London Credit Fund Launches Compartment C:

Consulco is delighted to announce the launch of Investment Compartment C, the newest sub-fund of the London Credit Fund. ...

23. Tragic death of 9-month-old baby left in a car

A heartbreaking incident occurred on Friday afternoon (March 14) in Nicosia, when a 9-month-old baby was found dead after being left in a car for several hours....

24. Eurobank Cyprus: Stronger in 2024, with a net profit of €214mn

Eurobank Cyprus ended 2024 with increased profitability strong capital adequacy and maintained its good loan portfolio quality. The results reaffirm the Bank’s sound performance and resilience, the effective management of challenges in 2024,...

25. Bomb threats target schools across Cyprus, police launch investigation

Schools across Cyprus were placed on high alert Tuesday morning after receiving threatening messages about bomb threats, prompting an immediate police response. ...

26. Meta slammed with €250 million fine for Facebook data breach

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has been hit with a hefty fine of over €250 million (approximately £206 million) by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) due to a significant data breach....

27. Cybersecurity and ICT risks emerge as leading drivers of operational risk

Geopolitical tensions have significantly increased operational risks, particularly in the areas of cyber and digital threats, as well as risks related to money laundering and sanctions compliance....

28. ARIS │ A REALLY INSPIRING STORY is looking to cultivate new stories of success

29. Study links air pollution during pregnancy to heightened autism risk

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....

30. Australia to ban under-16s from social media in global first

Australia’s government plans to introduce what it describes as "world-leading" legislation that would prohibit children under 16 from using social media, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced....