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211. Central Bank chief cautions on early rate cuts amid global tensions

Central Bank Governor and European Central Bank (ECB) member Constantinos Herodotou stated that discussions regarding interest rate reductions are premature, given ongoing geopolitical conflicts and potential disruptions in the supply chain arising from tensions in the Red Sea....

212. One killed, twelve injured in Israel attack

In a tragic incident in Ra'anana, central Israel, a terror attack involving stolen vehicles has claimed one life and left at least 12 individuals injured, according to emergency services....

213. ''It is, therefore, right that I resign''

I wrote in my previous article ("How the prestige of the institutions is undermined", Kathimerini, 7/1/24) that, based on the conclusion of the auditors of the Independent Anti-Corruption Authority and announcements of the Audit Service,...

214. Dr. Anastasatos forecasts bright future for Cyprus economy

Eurobank group's chief economist, Dr Tasos Anastasatos, expresses optimism about the Cyprus economy, emphasizing that the decision to expand the group's banking presence in Cyprus is linked to these positive economic prospects....

215. Cofounder, CEO, philanthropist, and now cowboy

The Meta chief's new addition to a list of titles comes as he revealed his latest venture is livestock farming....

216. The cabinet reshuffle saga is a lesson in governance

When Nikos Christodoulides was vying for the Presidency last year, the primary question scrutinized was not just his readiness to govern, but also the individuals he would choose to surround himself with....

217. UN buffer zone tensions spark President's warning

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has called on UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to convey to Ankara the need for self-restraint with regard to continued violations in the UN buffer zone, expressing “profound concern” that escalating violations would lead to “a serious crisis.”...

218. A government on fragile ground

In May 2022, Nikos Christodoulides announced his candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic, only to be overshadowed by the revelation of a partially plagiarized speech from Ioannis Kasoulides during the 2008 presidential election....

219. 'The bill goes to the President'

The resignation of Deputy Minister of Innovation Philippos Hadjizacharias shouldn't come as a surprise. This is not solely due to ethical considerations, as his name has been among those vilified and deconstructed by the Presidential Office....

220. UN Chief expresses concern over deepening divide in Cyprus

''It becomes clearer with every passing year that the divide between the sides is growing, gradually eroding the prospects of finding a mutually acceptable political settlement''...

221. UN Security Council to renew peacekeeping force mandate in Cyprus

The year 2024 inaugurates a formal series of UN procedures related to Cyprus and simultaneously locks in the arrival of the new Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Cyprus....

222. The intriguing story behind the Apple watch controversy

In 2013, an executive from a medical device company presented an enticing proposal to Tim Cook, Apple's CEO—an entry into the medical device space...

223. Cypriot brokerage firm probed for money laundering

French and American authorities have launched an investigation into a Cypriot brokerage firm, TCR International Limited, in conjunction with a branch of BNP Paribas, following suspicions of ''aggravated money laundering.''...

224. Israeli army gears up for escalation against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israeli National Defence Chief of Staff Hurchi Halevi announced plans for potential escalation in conflict with Hezbollah, the Lebanese Shiite armed movement and ally of Iran and Hamas. ...

225. Prague University shooting leaves 14 dead in tragic massacre

In a horrifying incident, a lone gunman unleashed a barrage of gunfire in the philosophy department building of Charles University in downtown Prague, ...

226. Cyprus unveils sweeping measures to curb stadium violence

Justice Minister Anna Koukkides-Procopiou unveiled a series of measures aimed at addressing violence in stadiums following a Council of Ministers meeting. Key among these measures is the proposal to implement alcohol and drug tests prior to entry into sports venues....

227. PwC Cyprus recognized for leading the way in ''gender equality''

PwC Cyprus was honored with the renewal of the ''Gender Equality Employer'' Certification at a ceremony held by the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance on December 15, 2023....

228. Businesses to cut greenhouse gas targets by 10%

Businesses revise climate targets as reality of long-term sustainability transformation hits. Sustainability progress plateaus as short-term pressures and external forces hit CSO agenda....

229. Decoding the tragic legacy from 'Helios' airplane crash to bus blazes

Miraculously, there is no other explanation for the situation with the "crazy" school buses. They catch fire, burn up in the good seats, break down on long downhill grades, and, it is whispered, have a whole host of other problems....

230. Authorities probe infant abuse by unlicensed childcare worker

231. Israel probes mistaken killing of three hostages

In a heartbreaking turn of events, signs bearing "S.O.S." and "help, three hostages" in Hebrew were discovered on the walls of a Gaza building where three Israeli hostages were hiding. ...

232. 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....

233. Cyprus navy to be upgraded, says National Guard Chief

The Navy is implementing a far-reaching modernization program, having among other things enhanced its anti-ship capabilities, while...

234. UK Defence Secretary explores humanitarian aid routes to Gaza during Cyprus visit

Finding alternative routes for delivering humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip is a focal point of UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps' visit to Cyprus and the wider region, as he informed the House of Commons....

235. Anastasiades under investigation for alleged firearm ownership abuses

In a surprising turn of events, former President Nicos Anastasiades is facing scrutiny over the possession of two firearms that allegedly belong to the Republic of Cyprus....

236. Elon Musk raises disturbing questions about OpenAI's internal strife

In a recent interview at the Dealbook Summit, Elon Musk shared his concerns about the sudden departure and return of Sam Altman at OpenAI, a company Musk co-founded. ...

237. FT: Hamas releases fifth batch of hostages in ongoing ceasefire

In a significant development on Tuesday, Hamas released a fifth consecutive group of hostages amid a temporary ceasefire....

238. First case of swine flu strain detected in UK

In a recent development, health officials in the UK have confirmed the detection of a person infected with a strain of flu akin to viruses observed in pigs....

239. South Korea breaks with tradition, announcing plans to ban dog meat consumption

South Korea is set to ban eating dogs by 2027, according to the policy chief of the ruling People Power Party, Yu Eui-dong. At a meeting with government officials and animal rights activists, ...

240. Professor Spyros Makridakis among the most highly cited researchers in the world

Professor Spyros Makridakis, Director of the University of Nicosia (UNIC) Institute for the Future (IFF) is among the most Highly Cited Researchers in the world, according to the list Highly Cited Researchers™....