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31. Pharmacist on brink of license revocation over degree dispute

A pharmacist, whose credentials recently came under scrutiny by the state's Pharmacy Services, is now at risk of losing her license....

32. Chinese elite move billions abroad in economic shift

In a remarkable shift this year, affluent Chinese have moved hundreds of billions of dollars out of the country, capitalizing on the end of COVID precautions that had tightly sealed China's borders for nearly three years....

33. Limassol building disaster raises maintenance concerns

Limassol Municipality is grappling with a severe building safety issue following the collapse of balconies in a privately owned building on Nafplio and Ethnikis Antistasis streets....

34. 570 buses grounded after Aglantzia blaze

The incident last Friday (01/12), where a fire broke out in the school bus engine in Aglantzia, prompted the Ministry of Transport and stakeholders to hold meetings over the weekend....

35. Limassol: Six vehicles seized for unpaid fines

In a concerted effort to combat crime, address traffic violations, and enhance overall public safety, the Limassol Police Department conducted extensive checks over the last 48 hours. ...

36. A 'golden knowledge program' vs. a 'golden passport program'

In a recent session, the Cyprus Parliament passed a DIKO (Democratic Party) law proposal to amend the Law on the Civil Registry, focusing on modernizing the existing legal framework for the naturalization of foreigners. ...

37. Create a 'superministry' to reduce bureaucracy

In Cyprus, the proliferation of committees, excessive bureaucracy, and overlapping responsibilities of high-ranking officials have reached unprecedented levels, especially when problems are on the rise....

38. Deputy Ministry's ''one-stop shop'' for shipping sets sail Monday

The one-stop-shop shipping centre at the Deputy Ministry of Shipping will be operating as of next Monday, starting with the services of the Department of Population Records and Immigration, announced the competent Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis....

39. A decade ago, Amazon launching drones for parcel deliveries

Exactly a decade ago, Amazon revealed a program that aimed to revolutionize shopping and shipping. Drones launched from a central hub would waft through the skies delivering just about everything anyone could need....

40.  EU/UK nationals now registering at Citizens' Service Centers

In a unanimous decision by the Plenary Assembly, an amendment has been approved, granting Union citizens and certain United Kingdom nationals, along with their family members, the right to move and reside freely in the Republic of Law. ...

41. Righas Imports at the Cyprus Cocktail Festival 2023

The 4th Cyprus Cocktail Festival, part of the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, is delighted to announce the participation of Righas Imports with sugar cane straws in the festival. This event is scheduled to take place on October 17, 2023, at the Municipal Garden of Nicosia, starting at 19:00....

42. Angels Pet Cemetery redefines pet farewell in Cyprus

Angelos Petevinos, a devoted pet owner, found himself in a heart-wrenching situation a few years ago when his beloved dog, Sushi, fell seriously ill....

43. Singapore drivers hit with £88,000 bill just to own a car

Drivers in Singapore now need to pay £88,000 for the right to own a car - and that doesn't include the cost of the vehicle itself....

44. Trump ''freaks out'' in response to fraud ruling

Soon after New York Judge Arthur Engoron found Donald Trump and his adult sons liable for fraud and canceled the Trump Organization’s business certification on Tuesday, the disgraced former president freaked out about it in a lengthy all-caps rant on Truth Social that he appeared to have originally written yesterday....

45. 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....

46. Cyprus converts ship to boost natural gas integration

Good news has emerged regarding the development of the LNG Terminal in Cyprus and the introduction of Natural Gas to the region. The conversion of the ETYFA ship Prometheus into a floating LNG regasification and storage unit (FSRU) is now finished....

47. US suicide rates surge to record high, prompting concern

About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday....

48. Planned Russian consulate paves way for 'direct' changes

Amidst renewed claims and developments in diplomatic circles, Star Kibris newspaper affirms that direct flights from Russia to the occupied territories are on the horizon....

49. High-stakes clash over official's credentials

A simmering dispute within Cyprus' Ministry of Health between Minister Popi Kanari and Director General Christina Giannakis has garnered increased attention,...

50. Calls for redress in Irish mother and baby home scandal

Ten years after a dark discovery was made in the west of Ireland, Euronews takes a look at the grim legacy of the maternity homes that were still in operation until the end of the 20th century. ...

51. Woman declared dead comes knocking

Funerals are more often than not a sad and sombre affair where grieving people say goodbye to a much-loved friend or relative who has died....

52. Child deaths in Khartoum orphanage amid Sudan conflict

At least 60 infants, toddlers, and older children perished over the past six weeks while trapped in harrowing conditions in an orphanage in Sudan’s capital as fighting raged outside....

53. Cabinet approves tax deductions for businesses and extends tax payment deadline

The Cabinet approved several important measures on Wednesday, including a bill on tax rebates for businesses for energy upgrades, an extension of the tax payment deadline, and a suspension of the obligation to file tax returns for individuals with a taxable income below €19,500....

54. EY: 4th Women Fit for Business Program Successfully Completed

55. Hackers leak Open University data after ransom demand not met

The Open University of Cyprus failed to meet the deadline set by the "Medusa" group of hackers to pay a ransom in exchange for not releasing sensitive personal data....

56. €130M grant plan proposed for 358 refugee apartment buildings

In an effort to effectively manage buildings in government housing estates and address observed structural issues, the Ministry of Interior has prepared a comprehensive Sponsorship Plan to be presented at Friday's Cabinet meeting. ...

57. Equal benefits for Greek and Turkish Cypriot halloumi producers

The Ministry of Agriculture Rural Development and the Environment announced on Thursday that 59 certificates of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) have been issued to Cypriot halloumi/hellim producers, following the first PDO certification issued to a Turkish Cypriot halloumi/hellim producer....

58. EU states need foreign workers and are changing their requirements

Working in EU: Recent Changes You Must Be Aware of If You Are Planning to Get a Job in Any of the Member States...

59. 'Structural Integrity Certificates' should be made mandatory

The recent earthquakes in neighboring countries, as well as the aftershocks, felt in Cyprus, have brought to the forefront what we have been saying for years: the need to check the suitability of all our buildings on a regular basis....

60. The who's who of the Christodoulides government

On Monday afternoon (27/02), Nikos Christodoulides, the country's new leader, unveiled his new administration. Read the detailed biographies of the individuals who make up the new government....