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1861. Uber to add 100,000 electric cars to its global fleet

Uber has announced a deal to integrate 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) from China's BYD into its global fleet....

1862. Eurobank Cyprus reports €105.7M net profit for H1 2024

Eurobank Cyprus reported a net profit of €105.7 million for the first half of 2024, marking a 16% increase, or €14.9 million, compared to the same period in 2023....

1863. Financial disputes linked to double murder in Limassol district

The mystery surrounding the double murder in the Limassol district began to unravel after a missing person report led to the identification of one of the victims. Authorities have identified one victim as Andreas Kouzoupi, 39, from Arakapa. ...

1864. Journalists, spies and political prisoners freed in largest prisoner swap since cold war

The Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been freed from Russian custody as part of a significant prisoner exchange involving numerous foreign citizens held in Russia and several Russian political prisoners....

1865. Cyprus sees breakthrough in identifying missing persons

A new approach to gathering information on the whereabouts of missing persons in Cyprus has yielded significant results, according to Anna Aristotelous, Head of Humanitarian Affairs for Missing Persons and the Enclaved. ...

1866. Lidl celebrates its successful sponsorship of the UEFA EURO 2024

• Lidl's sponsorship of the biggest football event in Europe, as an Official Partner of UEFA EURO 2024™, signaling the company's first international participation in football....

1867. Bank of England cuts interest rates after nearly a year of stability

The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, dropping them from a 16-year high. This decision, made by a narrow 5-4 vote, reflects a split among policymakers about whether inflation is under control....

1868. Woman boxer withdraws in tears after losing to 'biological male' boxer in 46 seconds

In one of the most controversial matches in Olympic boxing history, Italy's Angela Carini lost to Algerian boxer Imane Khelif in just 46 seconds. Carini, visibly distraught, threw her helmet to the floor and called the outcome "unjust."...

1869. From sleepy fishing village to clubbing capital

In the 1990s, Ayia Napa, a serene fishing village in Cyprus, underwent a remarkable transformation into one of the world's premier clubbing destinations. This metamorphosis is attributed to the pioneering efforts of DJ Nick Power, who earned the title "godfather of Ayia Napa."...

1870. Athens and Cyprus alarmed by Middle East unrest following assassinations

Athens is deeply concerned about the recent developments in the Middle East, following the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniya in Tehran and Hezbollah leader Fouad Shoukr in Beirut....

1871. Cyprus sees significant uptick in new loans

In June 2024, new loans in Cyprus substantially increased, reaching €330.6 million, up from €234.9 million in May. Data from the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) show that total new loans, which include both new and renegotiated contracts, climbed to €514.9 million from €391.6 million the previous month....

1872. Cypriots Kontides and Makri set to compete in Olympic regatta today

Athletes Pavlos Kontides and Marilena Makri will compete in the Olympic Regatta on Thursday as the Olympic Games are in full swing. Both are in Laser-type boats, now known as ILCA (ILCA 7 for Men and ILCA 6 for Women)....

1873. Olympic medalists receive life-changing rewards from home countries

1874. Police probe double homicide after charred bodies incident

Authorities are investigating a suspected double homicide after the discovery of two charred bodies in a burned vehicle in the Lisovouno area of Limassol....

1875. UNIC to upgrade equine clinic at Nicosia Race Club

The recent commencement of work on the upgrade of the Nicosia Race Club by the University of Nicosia's School of Veterinary Medicine was announced on Wednesday by the academic institution, ...

1876. Charlie Hebdo predicts outrageous Paris Olympics closing ceremony

In its trademark satirical style, French magazine Charlie Hebdo has sparked controversy yet again with its prediction for the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics on August 11....

1877. Cyprus government rakes in over €424M in surpluses this year

Cyprus has reported a substantial budget surplus of €424.5 million for the first half of 2024, a huge increase from the €62 million surplus during the same period last year. ...

1878. Olympic Men's Triathlon postponed due to Seine water contamination

The men's triathlon at the Olympic Games has been postponed due to poor water quality in the River Seine, despite significant investments in infrastructure. ...

1879. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling an unfinished commercial building in Strovolos and other commercial, residnetal and agricultural properties that are ideal investment opportunities in Nicosia, Larnaca, Famagusta, and Paphos. ...

1880. Fruits and perishables made of gold

Soaring retail prices for fresh fruits and vegetables have heavily impacted both consumers and producers in recent months. ...

1881. Cypriot swimmers’ impressive efforts in Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Natasa Lappa ranks 21st after the completion of the second day of the sailing races in the category IQFOIL of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. ...

1882. Cyprus ranks second in EU for workers unable to afford vacations

Cyprus recorded the second-largest share of workers unable to afford vacations in 2022 among EU member states, with 25% of its workforce affected, according to an analysis of Eurostat data by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC)....

1883. Eurobank to revamp Hellenic Bank's leadership in September

Eurobank is now focusing on the next steps following the completion of its tender offer for a 100% acquisition of Hellenic Bank, finalized on Tuesday, June 30, 2024. ...

1884. Hamas leader killed in alleged Israeli airstrike

Hamas's top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, has been killed in Iran, the group confirmed on Wednesday. ...

1885. How much does it cost to stay in Limassol or Ayia Napa this August?

August remains the prime month for holidays, with the period around August 15 being especially popular. ...

1886. US Assistant Secretary discusses refugee aid in Cyprus

Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Julieta Valls Noyes will travel to the Republic of Cyprus and the United Kingdom from July 30 to August 2, 2024, a State Department announcement says. ...

1887. Christodoulides questions past policies, signals change for Cyprus

Last week, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides gave a bold interview to ALPHA, where he criticized former President Makarios' policies. ...

1888. EU plans two-phase trade strategy if Trump wins presidency

Brussels is developing a two-phase trade strategy in response to the potential nomination of Donald Trump in the upcoming U.S. presidential election in November....

1889. US, Germany, France, and Britain urge citizens to leave Lebanon

Germany has urged its citizens to leave Lebanon as regional tensions escalate following a deadly rocket strike on the Golan Heights....

1890. FDA approves first blood test for colorectal cancer screening

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first blood test for colorectal cancer screening for average-risk adults aged 45 and older, providing a new, less invasive option for early detection....