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1351. Clouds bring isolated rain

In a comprehensive weather forecast, the Meteorological Service anticipates an evolving weather pattern that will affect regions in the west and northeast, with the potential for isolated rain or thunderstorms....

1352. Emerging innovations shine at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2023

According to the decision of the five-member committee, within the framework of the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2023, the competition for emerging businesses,...

1353. Dex Hunter's vision for the disruptive next decade

In his presentation at the 6th Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, Dex Hunter-Torricke, Head of Communications at DeepMind and a close associate of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, forecasted that the next decade would be the most transformative in human history....

1354. Rising rent costs challenge Cyprus middle-class budgets

A disconcerting trend is unfolding in Cyprus, where not only are the prices of essential goods on the rise, but rents are also skyrocketing, sparking extensive debates and concerns throughout society according to a report on Philenews....

1355. Biden warns that Israel's Gaza occupation could be a potential 'Big Mistake'

Any move by Israel to occupy Gaza would be a “big mistake,” US president Joe Biden has said, amid hopes that the enclave’s border with Egypt would open to allow aid in, as Israeli troops continued to prepare for a ground invasion....

1356. Tavern in Nicosia shaken by early morning blast

In the early hours of Monday morning, a powerful explosion rocked the serene province of Nicosia, sending shockwaves through the quiet neighborhood of Aglantzia....

1357. Gov't prepares comprehensive measures to tackle inflation

A meeting held at the Presidential Palace has drawn to a close, with decisions made regarding forthcoming measures to combat inflation. The official announcement of these measures awaits the President's declaration,...

1358. London Jewish schools close amidst antisemitic surge

Four Jewish schools in London will close today amid fears for their safety following a surge in antisemitic attacks - as Suella Braverman warned that 'medieval anti-Semitism' by Hamas was no excuse to target Jews in Britain....

1359. 'Biggest, baddest warship' now in the East Med

The United States this week dispatched a group of warships, including the USS Gerald Ford, to support Israel following the brutal attacks by Hamas militants....

1360. Cyprus Airways temporarily suspends Larnaca-Tel Aviv route

Cyprus Airways has announced the temporary suspension of its Larnaca-Tel Aviv route effective immediately....

1361. Senator Menendez faces explosive new charges of Egypt connection

US senator Robert Menendez, who is already facing corruption charges, has now been accused of acting as a foreign agent of Egypt. ...

1362. Ready for a weather rollercoaster this weekend?

Today, residents and visitors can expect a blend of weather conditions. ...

1363. Gates and Kyriakides forge global health partnership

In a meeting held on Wednesday (11/10), Bill Gates conferred with EU Health and Food Safety Commissioner Stella Kyriakides. ...

1364. Unusual school incident as teacher accused of cutting student's hair

In an incident that came to light today, a mother alleged that her son's hair was cut by a teacher at a high school in Limassol. ...

1365. Types of coffee loved by Cypriots

As coffee still reigns supreme as the most popular beverage in Cyprus, our coffee culture has evolved, with Cypriots embracing varieties from distant regions of the world, such as Brazil, Nicaragua and Costa Rica. ...

1366. Erdogan raises alarm over US carrier near Israel

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has criticized the US for sending a group of warships to the eastern Mediterranean in a show of solidarity with Israel which on Sunday formally declared war on Hamas....

1367. Ireland's tax policies fill sovereign fund coffers

Countries like Saudi Arabia, Norway, and Chile have long established their own sovereign-wealth funds....

1368. Netanyahu forms emergency unity government amid Gaza war

The Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has announced an emergency wartime government, as pressure mounts for the establishment of corridors to allow aid and medicine into the Gaza Strip and to allow civilians to leave....

1369. Heavy rainfall and power outages amidst thunderstorms today

Heavy rainfall was observed in various areas of Cyprus on Wednesday afternoon (11/10). The Meteorological Service has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms possibly accompanied by hail....

1370. France urges de-escalation amid Israeli strikes on Lebanon

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has drawn global attention as the death toll rises, with over 1,000 Palestinians and 1,200 Israelis reported dead. Calls for peace have intensified amid the escalating violence....

1371. Middle East turmoil shifts energy and diplomatic priorities

The tumultuous situation in the Middle East, prompted by Hamas's aggressive attack on Israel and Tel Aviv's military response, is reshaping the priorities of the Netanyahu government and the balance in the South-Eastern Mediterranean....

1372. ECB keeps watchful eye on non-performing loans

The European Central Bank (ECB) is closely monitoring non-performing loans (NPLs) and related legislation, including the divestment framework. ...

1373. Unprecedented escalation in Gaza and Cyprus' response

The escalation in Gaza, triggered by Hamas' surprise terror campaign last Saturday, has plunged the Middle East into a renewed cycle of violence within the context of the Arab-Israeli conflict. ...

1374. The Israeli war's impact on economy and energy prices

Economists have been examining the inevitable economic consequences of the war in Israel, particularly its influence on fuel and electricity costs....

1375. Did Iran fuel Hamas attack on Israel?

The US intelligence community is digging through its stores of data and tasking the nation’s spy agencies to hunt for fresh clues to determine whether Iran played a direct role in Saturday’s deadly attack on Israel by Hamas, a senior Biden administration official said Tuesday....

1376. Thunderstorms to rumble across the island

1377. Families reveal painful ordeal amid Israel's war

Amid the devastating war in Israel, relatives of hostages have had to learn of their kidnappings through frantic, whispered phone calls and videos posted to social media....

1378. Israeli Military unearths 1,500 Hamas militant bodies

Israel’s military said about 1,500 bodies of Hamas militants were found in Israeli territory as, as it said it had largely gained control in the country’s south and “restored full control” over the border on the fourth day of fighting following an unprecedented surprise attack....

1379. Sales surge by 14.2% despite 2022 comparison

In September, traditionally considered the start of the year for many, several significant trends are emerging....

1380. Rain and sunshine expected

Today's weather promises a mix of conditions, keeping residents and travelers on their toes. According to the Meteorological Service, isolated showers and the possibility of brief thunderstorms are anticipated, primarily in mountainous regions, the interior, and the northeast....