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91. Property sales surge to 15-year high due to foreign buyers

Residential property sales in Cyprus hit a 15-year record high in the second quarter of 2023, with significant increases in prices, according to data released by the Central Bank of Cyprus....

92. Cyprus sees drop in poverty risk, 4,000 fewer affected

In 2022, the proportion of Cyprus's population facing the risk of poverty or social exclusion showed a decline, falling to 16.7%, down from 17.3% in 2021. This reduction indicates a decrease of about 4,000 individuals at risk of poverty or social exclusion....

93. ECB set to keep rates steady, says Central Bank of Cyprus governor

No interest hikes are expected in the next European Central Bank Governing Council meeting, as the latest available recent data suggest that the ECB rates have reached a level that, if maintained, will contribute to the return of inflation to the medium-term target of 2%, Constantinos Herodotou, Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus and ECB Governing Council member told CNA on Wednesday....

94. Cyprus sees 22.1% surge in commercial flights in September 2023

In a promising turn for the aviation industry, Cyprus experienced a remarkable upswing in commercial flights in September 2023. Data gathered by Eurocontrol and published by Eurostat, the EU's statistical service, unveiled a 22.1% increase in the number of flights compared to September 2022. ...

95. Cyprus in need of a literary renaissance

From this column, we've emphasized numerous times the pressing need for substantial state support within the book sector....

96. Paradox Museum transforms into a spooky crime scene for Halloween

The Paradox Museum in Limassol, a beloved attraction, undergoes a thrilling transformation this October, turning into a captivating Crime Scene for its inaugural Halloween celebration....

97. Unexpected earnings dip in 2022 at €2,202

In a surprising turn of events, Cyprus witnessed its first annual drop in monthly earnings after seven prosperous years....

98. Read Library unveils a world of stories at Nicosia Book Festival 2023

The Nicosia Book Festival welcomes the Digital Read Library for its inaugural participation this year, marking a significant addition to the event's lineup. ...

99. Government considers making face-covering in protests a crime

DISY is set to present a proposal to amend the Penal Code to criminalize participating in demonstrations while deliberately concealing one's identity....

100. Cyprus to remove speed bumps, introduce cameras for safer roads

The Ministry of Transport in Cyprus is planning to remove speed bumps from roads, except for those located near schools. Minister Alexis Vafeades confirmed this intention, as reported by the website "Offsite News." ...

101. Meta encryption shields child abusers in shadows

Mark Zuckerberg’s plan to roll out encrypted messaging on his platforms will let child abusers “hide in the dark”, according to a government campaign urging the tech billionaire to halt the move....

102. Minister demands urgent action on migrant smuggling

Migrant smuggling is a global concern that demands our immediate attention, Minister of Justice and Public Order Anna Koukkides Procopiou said on Tuesday, adding that a country deeply affected by this phenomenon, is Cyprus....

103. China's 103 military planes target Taiwan in a day

China’s military sent 103 warplanes toward Taiwan in a 24-hour period in what the island’s defense ministry called a recent new high....

104. K. Treppides & Co Ltd: Cyprus financial market recovery or impending closure? Uncovering hidden risks

105. Pyla's road construction issue stirs debate

The talk about building a road from Arsos (Larnaca) to Pyla is causing a stir among the occupation authorities, UNFICYP, and local authorities....

106. Cyprus building permits dip 7.4%

Building permits issued in Cyprus in the first half of 2023 dropped by an annual 7.4%, with the value of the permits rising by 16.5% and the total area by 3.0%, data released by the Statistical Service of Cyprus show....

107. Fattal Group acquires yet another holiday property in Cyprus

The facelift at Elias Latsi Holiday Village Resort is progressing smoothly, thanks to the recent positive response from the Environmental Authority....

108. Frontex predicts increased migration from Turkey

Cyprus and Greece are likely to face “increased migration activity’’ from Turkey in the period 2023/2024, EU border agency Frontex says in a risk analysis, published on Monday....

109. Compensation plans unveiled for Akamas communities

Starting tomorrow, September 1, 2023, the stipulations outlined in the Akamas Local Plan will be enacted. Yesterday, Mr. Konstantinos Ioannou, the Minister of Interior, and Mr. Petros Xenophontos, the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment,...

110. The free parking illusion

Imagine a city where parking is easy, convenient, and free....

111. Homeless man found dead inside vehicle, his makeshift home

In the vehicle where a deceased homeless person from Poland was found, there was also another individual, also homeless, who is the owner of the vehicle and a compatriot of the deceased....

112. Clear days ahead with brief afternoon cloudiness

In a display of the dynamic nature of weather, the region is experiencing notable changes in its atmospheric conditions. ...

113. Can sexual education truly safeguard Cyprus youth?

With a small yet significant change in our education system, the new school year is commencing....

114. Buffer zone tensions and Cyprus problem scenarios

After the incident in the buffer zone at the Gate, the National Security Council in Turkey convened. This was its first meeting after Erdogan's reelection. ...

115. Transport and storage grow by 22.3%

During the second quarter of 2023, the business activity index in the transportation and storage sector reached 154.4 units, indicating a growth of 17.3% compared to the same period in 2022....

116. Newly released video reveals intense confrontation in Pyla buffer zone

A newly surfaced video sheds light on the events that transpired on Friday (18/8) in the Pyla buffer zone. The video depicts Turkish Cypriots launching an assault on UN peacekeepers who were preventing unauthorized construction activity....

117. Two migrant children among the dead from Evros fires

Eighteen people died in the village of Avantas in Evros, northeastern Greece, where fires raged on Tuesday for a fourth straight day, along with dozens of new blazes....

118. Pyla developments raise alarm in Nicosia

For months, the intention of the Turkish side to occupy a part of the buffer zone in Nicosia has been known. They plan to construct a road from the village of Arso to Pyla....

119. Steady COVID-19 cases at 1,000 weekly, health official reports

The Director of Medical Services at the Ministry of Health, Elizabeth Constantinou, revealed that the number of new coronavirus cases in Cyprus maintains stability, averaging around 1,000 cases weekly. ...

120. Cyprus faces deceleration amid inflation and rising rates

Cyprus' economy experienced a slowdown in the second quarter of 2023, prompting inquiries about the situation. According to the preliminary estimate provided by the Statistical Service, ...