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601. At least 95 dead as flash floods devastate southeastern Spain

At least 95 people have died due to severe flash floods caused by intense rainfall in southeastern Spain. ...

602. Cyprus plans €10,000 cash limit to fight money laundering

According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, the Cyprus government is considering a new law to cap cash transactions at €10,000 for buying goods and services, aiming to crack down on money laundering. ...

603. Cyprus gains investor confidence as economic reforms and US ties bolster growth

International investors have shown sustained confidence in Cyprus’ economy and business ecosystem, recognizing the country as a stabilizing force in the region......

604. Politico: EU urged to establish spy agency to combat espionage

The European Union needs a dedicated intelligence agency to strengthen defense against espionage and foreign interference, according to a new report from former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, released Wednesday....

605. Government announces new measures to help vulnerable households

In a bid to ease energy expenses for vulnerable groups and promote sustainable housing solutions, the Cabinet approved a set of medium-term measures during its meeting on Tuesday, chaired by President Nicos Christodoulides....

606. US experts arrive in Cyprus to aid search for missing persons

A team of forensic experts from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is set to arrive in Cyprus next week to assist in locating the remains of missing persons from the island’s past conflicts. ...

607. Cyprus faces financial imbalance as assets fall short of liabilities

As of December 2023, Cyprus' economy is navigating a complex financial landscape, with total assets in financial instruments reaching €869 billion. However, the country also faces a notable financial shortfall, with liabilities exceeding assets by about €29 billion....

608. Why Musk sees Trump as America’s business fixer

Elon Musk, the high-profile CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has emerged as a vocal supporter of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump......

609. Cyprus to launch 'National Sanctions Unit'

Cyprus is set to establish a new National Sanctions Implementation Unit (NSIU) in the coming year, aiming to improve how financial sanctions are enforced in the country....

610. Increase in missing minors from Cyprus juvenile homes raises alarms

Cyprus is grappling with a steady rise in cases of minors disappearing from juvenile homes, a long-standing issue of national welfare policy....

611. Cyprus honors 1940 heroes with National Day parade

Cyprus commemorated "Ohi Day" on Monday, honoring Greece's 1940 defiance against Axis forces with ceremonies and a military parade in Nicosia....

612. Cyprus finance chief moved amid questions over government transparency

Papnayiotis Rougalas reports in this Sunday's Kathimerini that the Council of Ministers of Cyprus announced a significant reshuffle on Thursday,...

613. EU pushing for economic ties with Turkey, but where does that leave Cyprus?

According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis, Brussels and Berlin are working to upgrade the Turkish Customs Union, viewing it as a pathway to strengthen economic ties with Turkey. ...

614. Germany: €60 billion budget shortfall rocks Europe's largest economy

Germany’s tax revenues are projected to fall nearly €60 billion short of earlier expectations over the next five years, intensifying budget challenges for Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s government and straining the already fragile three-party coalition....

615. Cyprus' Shipping Deputy Minister honored by International Propeller Club

Cyprus' Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanoli has been selected by the International Propeller Club Awards Committee as the Maritime Person of the Year for 2024 Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis announced in a written statement on Friday....

616. President urges faster completion of 88 major projects

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides urged ministers to accelerate the government’s agenda of 88 key projects for the administration’s second year, Deputy Minister to the President Irene Piki announced after a recent Cabinet meeting. ...

617. Teachers sound alarm over hungry students in schools

Primary school teachers in Cyprus are raising concerns about children coming to school hungry, with some students lacking even a simple sandwich to get through the day....

618. University of Nicosia Hosts Ceremonial Event for NEOLAiA European University Alliance

619. Goodbye and thanks for all the halloumi!

I depart Cyprus after a little over two years as the British High Commissioner. What are my main reflections?...

620. North Korea sends troops to Russia, raising concerns over their role in Ukraine conflict

The U.S. government has reported that North Korea has sent at least 3,000 troops to Russia, raising concerns that they may be deployed to fight in Ukraine....

621. President unveils €30 million plan to revitalize Troodos region

President Nikos Christodoulides has unveiled a comprehensive plan aimed at revitalizing the Troodos mountainous region, with more than 20 major projects and policy actions set to be implemented. ...

622. Cyprus surpasses pre-pandemic financial levels with growing surplus

Cyprus is bouncing back from recent economic challenges, with its financial health improving dramatically. Current fiscal surpluses now exceed what they were before the pandemic, thanks to a significant increase in revenue....

623. IMF raises Cyprus' growth forecast for 2024

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Cyprus's economic growth in 2024 from 2.7% to 3.3%. This updated prediction comes from the IMF's October World Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday....

624. Antonio Costa’s visit is a pivotal step in EU support for Cyprus negotiations

The upcoming visit of Antonio Costa, the newly elected President of the European Council, to Cyprus is poised to play a significant role in the resumption of negotiations on the longstanding Cyprus problem. ...

625. Cyprus reaches agreement for delivery of FSRU

The Cypriot government and a Chinese consortium have come to an agreement for the delivery of the floating storage regasification unit (FSRU) ''Prometheus,'' which is expected to be finalized within 60 days....

626. President Christodoulides: No tolerance for corruption in sports

President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, made it clear that the country has zero tolerance for corruption and match-fixing in sports during the opening of the National School of Ethics at the Presidential Palace on Monday....

627. Cyprus under siege as cyberattacks raise alarms

Since October 17, hackers have been launching a series of targeted attacks on various organizations and companies across Cyprus, sparking public debate about the country's ability to fend off cyber threats. ...

628. Turkish exile Fethullah Gülen, Erdoğan’s rival, dies at 83

Fethullah Gülen, the Turkish scholar and preacher accused by Ankara......

629. FT: Foreign students lured to illegal universities in occupied Cyprus

The Financial Times published an extensive report from Nicosia, highlighting a scheme targeting foreign students, particularly from Africa and Asia, through agencies promoting study opportunities at illegal universities in the occupied northern Cyprus....

630. Can AI get goosebumps?

At this year’s Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, tech enthusiasts and industry leaders gathered to hear from an inspiring speaker: Robbie Stamp, a notable producer and advocate for ethical artificial intelligence....