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1321. From sunny skies to rainy surprises

The day is set to begin with predominantly clear skies, although residents may notice localized areas of increased cloud cover. As the day progresses, especially during the midday hours and beyond, cloud formations are forecasted to develop....

1322. Cyprus expands diplomatic presence in Indonesia and Argentina

Cyprus expands its diplomatic presence abroad, by opening in October, diplomatic missions in Indonesia (Jakarta) and Argentina (Buenos Aires)...

1323. 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....

1324. 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. ...

1325. Reviving the Greek diaspora

The active Greek diaspora in the United States is dwindling and this needs to be stopped. Proponents of the generation that played such an important role after the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974 have either stopped participating actively in public life or have passed away....

1326. Anorthosis leads after thrilling Match Day 6

In a gripping culmination to Match Day 6 of the Cyprus Football League, fans witnessed stunning victories and intense showdowns that left the football world buzzing....

1327. Island braces for thunderstorms

The Meteorological Service has issued a yellow warning for today, effective from 10 AM until 6 PM, indicating potential weather disruptions on the horizon....

1328. Violent clashes between tenants and property owners as rents spike 700%

A craftsman in Turkey, who has been diligently paying rent for two decades, now finds himself threatened with eviction due to an unexpected rent increase of nearly 700%. His monthly rent has surged from 3,200 Turkish lira (110 euros) to a staggering 25,000 lira (867 euros)....

1329. Rory McIlroy sparks Europe's Ryder Cup victory

Shane Lowry has said that Europe's 2023 Ryder Cup triumph sits right alongside his Open victory at Portrush in 2019....

1330. 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....

1331. Karoyan's visit to Armenia sparks hope for relocation

Marios Karoyan, the President of the Democratic Party (DIPA), embarked on a diplomatic mission to Armenia aimed at strengthening ties and facilitating discussions with key officials....

1332. New senate chairman eyes Turkey's F-16 deal

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee’s new chairman on Thursday said he would look at Turkey’s $20 billion Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter jet deal and that more issues than Sweden’s ascension to NATO would affect the decision on lifting his predecessor’s longstanding hold....

1333. Thousands of Armenians flee Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone

Tens of thousands of ethnic Armenians have fled from Nagorno-Karabakh since the territory surrendered to Azerbaijan on 20 September....

1334. Independence Day parade traffic updates

The police have announced road closures due to the upcoming military parade celebrating the Republic of Cyprus's independence on October 1, 2023....

1335. 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....

1336. 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....

1337. Foreign buyers flock to Cyprus real estate

Recent data on property sales in Cyprus reveal distinct trends in different provinces. Notably, the real estate landscape in Nicosia contrasts sharply with that of coastal provinces....

1338. Attack on Russian navy HQ in Crimea raises stakes

Last Friday, an attack on the headquarters of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in Crimea was launched, reportedly following a request from U.S. and UK intelligence services, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry....

1339. Cyprus football chief faces legal heat over ethics probe

In a statement released today, the Ethics and Sports Protection Committee announced that it has received and reviewed the investigation regarding the alleged conflicts of interest involving Mr. Georgios Koumas, the President of the Cyprus Football Federation (CFF)....

1340. Apartments rule, but prices vary by province

According to Mr. Loizou of Ask Wire, the majority of Cyprus' population resides in apartments. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that among young buyers, typically around 30 years old, the most sought-after housing option is an apartment, particularly a two-bedroom one, whether for purchase or rent. However, the question arises: How do housing prices vary across different provinces?...

1341. Just a breath away from a new tourism record

Hermes Airports statistics reveal that August achieved an unprecedented milestone in air traffic, with a total of 1.516 million passengers. When examining this figure in terms of arrivals and tourist arrivals, it amounts to 511,387 arrivals. ...

1342. Embracing the digital change in education

In the modern age, one of the paramount areas that demands digital transformation is education....

1343. Were test monkey deaths concealed in Neuralink trials?

Following last week's announcement by Elon Musk regarding the recruitment of human test subjects for Neuralink trials, questions arose regarding the accuracy of his earlier statement claiming that monkeys involved in the experiments had not experienced fatalities due to the implants....

1344. Keravnos expects more from banks to boost Cyprus economy

The Cyprus economy has proven its resilience in recent years, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said Tuesday at the 4th Conference "Banking System: New Challenges and Opportunities", that takes place in Nicosia, noting that there are still challenges that the banking sector must address....

1345. Gatwick airport cuts flights amid covid outbreak

1346. Clear skies ahead

Today, the weather will initially be mostly clear, but after noon there will be increased clouds, mainly in the mountains and the interior....

1347. Doxa is gone, but damage is done

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

1348. Eurobank to acquire Hellenic Financial Stability Fund stake

Eurobank Ergasias Services and Holdings S.A. has recently inked a conditional sale and purchase agreement with the Hellenic Financial Stability Fund. This agreement entails the acquisition of the Fund's entire stake in Eurobank's share capital....

1349. Presidency in prolonged crisis

The United Nations General Assembly in New York proved to be a critical test for Nikos Christodoulides during his first year in office, as well as a highly significant personal and political endeavor. On one hand, he aimed to use the platform of these meetings to communicate a positive message regarding the Cyprus problem. ...

1350. GHS welcomes Ygia Polyclinic

On Monday, September 25, 2023, the "" Polyclinic officially became part of the General Health System, offering inpatient care and a First Aid Department...