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1411. Cyprus leads in Europe with anti-femicide law

Cyprus encourages all States to acknowledge the existence of femicide, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Cyprus to the UN Ambassador Andreas Hadjichrysanthou has said, noting that the Cyprus Parliament has adopted a law on femicide which was the first of such piece of legislation in Europe....

1412. Policeman fined 300 euros for unauthorized parking in disabled spot

In a recent incident that raised eyebrows, a police officer found themselves on the receiving end of a 300 Euro fine for unlawfully parking a police vehicle in a designated disabled parking space....

1413. The President's rainy rhetoric on his undisclosed income

''The weather may be rainy, but the clear sky isn't afraid of lightning.'' With this romantic and poetic line, the president responded to his critics regarding the issue of his undisclosed income. It's as if the man doesn't even deserve a small oversight....

1414. Stefanos Psaras claims gold at K1 Kickboxing World Cup in Venice

In a gripping display of skill and determination, Stefanos Psaras, a distinguished member of the national team, emerged victorious at the K1 Kickboxing World Cup held in Venice, Italy....

1415. Moody's boosts Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank ratings to Baa2

Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Bank of Cyprus’ and Hellenic Bank’s long-term deposit ratings to Baa3 from Ba1, citing the continued resilience of the Cypriot economy and credit conditions, which are leading to supportive operating conditions for Cypriot banks....

1416. Kasselakis arrives in Cyprus, talks on Cyprus problem await

Stefanos Kasselakis, the newly elected president of the SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance, expressed his support for restarting talks on the Cyprus issue from where they left off in Crans Montana during an interview with the Cyprus News Agency....

1417. England proposes ban on transgender women in female hospital wards

Transgender women will be banned from being treated in female hospital wards in England, under new proposals suggested by the health secretary....

1418. Deloitte continues to foster trust through transparency

Deloitte Cyprus issued its 12th Audit Transparency Report for the year ending 31 May 2023. The report provides an in-depth analysis on how the firm embraces its responsibilities to its clients, people, society, and the market, with the highest quality standards. ...

1419. Cyprus delegation extends support to Armenia amidst crisis

A delegation from the House of Representatives of Cyprus, visiting Yerevan during a challenging time for Armenia, expressed support and solidarity to Armenia's leadership. ...

1420. PKK attack sparks Turkey's cleanup efforts

The PKK has claimed responsibility for Sunday morning's terrorist attack outside Turkey's Interior Ministry in Ankara, resulting in the deaths of two assailants and injuries to two police officers. ...

1421. Health Minister warns of 24% increase in cancer cases by 2035

According to the Cancer Registry in Cyprus, we have about 4,000 new cases of cancer a year and ''if no decisive action is taken immediately, cancer cases are expected to increase by 24% by 2035, making it the leading cause of death in the EU'', said the Minister of Health, Popi Kanari, in her address at the First Oncology Forum held on Saturday by the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre....

1422. Buckle up for a day of thunderstorms, hail, and fun in the sky!

Hey there, weather enthusiasts! It's time for a dose of weather fun! Today, we've got a yellow warning in the house, and it's all set to paint the skies with excitement from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm....

1423. Doxa Komodromou reveals shocking truths about her resignation

In a recent interview with "Kathimerini," former Deputy Government Representative Doxa Komodromou shed light on the controversy surrounding her resignation, which was closely tied to the issue of overtime payments....

1424. 50 years of Cyprus Rally excellence

The Cyprus Rally, marking its remarkable 50th edition, promises an exhilarating spectacle from October 6 to 8, 2023....

1425. €5,600 in funding for tourism enterprises

In celebration of World Tourism Day, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry reaffirms its commitment to supporting Cypriot tourism businesses on their journey toward sustainability. ...

1426. New Deputy Gov't spokesman embraces role's demands, including long hours

Yiannis Antoniou, the newly appointed deputy government spokesman, assured that there would be no question of overtime in his role, recognizing the demanding hours the position entails....

1427. Is workplace bullying really an issue in Cyprus?

Cyprus psychologist, Panagiotis Stavrinidis, discusses school and workplace bullying trends on Diaspora News with Oriana Papantoniou...

1428. Cyprus aids Lebanon to tackle migration flows

Cyprus has taken robust measures to address the escalating migration flows from the east, particularly from Lebanon, in close collaboration with its neighbor....

1429. New law protects consumers against unlawful practices

In a unanimous decision, the plenary session of the Parliament has approved a groundbreaking harmonizing law aimed at empowering consumers to protect their collective interests effectively....

1430. Two bears held illegally in Nicosia

Veterinary Service officials have uncovered a startling discovery at an establishment in Nicosia, revealing that two bears were being held in captivity without the required licenses. ...

1431. Ministry of Education to combat school bullying

The Parliamentary Education Committee convened on Wednesday, September 27, to address the pressing issue of school bullying and juvenile delinquency....

1432. 2024 budget points to surplus and debt reduction

The 2024 budget reflects the clear imprint of our policy priorities, President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides says in a written statement, adding that the fiscal balance for 2024 is estimated to be surplus, reaching 2.2% of GDP, while the medium-term goal, by 2026, is to reduce public debt to 60%....

1433. Bank of Cyprus woos investors at London conference

Last week, the Bank of Cyprus launched a series of engagements with investors, with a particular focus on attracting new stakeholders. This initiative took place during the BofA Merrill Lynch conference, notably at the Annual Financials CEO Conference held in London from last Tuesday to Thursday. ...

1434. UN meeting and unity across the aisle

In a session lasting about two hours, the National Council convened to discuss the latest developments in Cyprus's diplomatic efforts....

1435. California takes bold step towards gender-neutral school bathrooms

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law requiring K-12 schools to provide gender-neutral bathrooms by July 2026....

1436. Limassol port's grand eco-art showcase for World Tourism Day

In celebration of World Tourism Day, DP World Limassol, in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, hosted a special event last week for terminal passengers. The event's primary objective was to promote sustainable practices within the shipping sector....

1437. Gatwick airport cuts flights amid covid outbreak

1438. No fee increases for 2024 at Larnaca marina

Kition Ocean Holdings announced on Thursday that there will be no increases in berthing fees for recreational boat owners at Larnaca Marina in 2024. ...

1439. Doxa is gone, but damage is done

One way was considered for days the resignation of Doxa Komodromou from the Presidential. ...

1440. Farmers hold government accountable for halloumi

Sheep and goat farmers are gearing up for decisive action, including staging a protest outside the Presidential building, if their meeting with the President on Tuesday, September 26, fails to address their demands concerning Halloumi's Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status. Sotiris Kadis, the president of the Sheep and Goat Farmers Association, conveyed this message during an interview with SPOR FM and Diaspora News....