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391. Cyprus banks praised by US for stronger sanctions enforcement

US sanctions imposed on entities and individuals in Cyprus are not targeting the country, but “oligarchs and arms traders” enabling “the Kremlin war machine” to continue the war in Ukraine......

392. U.S. and Cyprus strengthen defense ties with new deal

The United States and the Republic of Cyprus have cemented their defense relationship with a new strategic agreement, according to a report by Kathimerini's Yiannos Ioannou....

393. Excavations in Karavas to find remains of Turkish invasion victims

Excavations have begun in the ‘Pente Mili’ area of Karavas in Cyprus' occupied Kyrenia district, for locating the remains of the first victims of the Turkish invasion, approximately 40-70 people, the House Committee on Refugees, heard on Tuesday, as well as that developments were expected regarding the issue of remains that were sprayed with chemicals and could not be identified....

394. Christodoulides welcomes five new Ambassadors

President Nikos Christodoulides formally received the credentials of five newly appointed ambassadors to the Republic of Cyprus during a ceremony at the Presidential Palace on Monday. ...

395. Brazilian music legend Sérgio Mendes dies at 83

Sérgio Mendes, the renowned Brazilian singer and composer who played a key role in popularizing bossa nova music, died Thursday in Los Angeles....

396. Nicosia launches free accelerator program for creative businesses

The Nicosia Municipality is offering a free, two-month business accelerator program designed for individuals, groups, and existing businesses in the creative and cultural sectors. ...

397. Nicosia’s high-stakes meeting on Cyprus-Greece power link

Nicosia is preparing for a crucial meeting next week to address the ongoing issues surrounding the electrical interconnection of Cyprus with the European electricity networks through Greece. ...

398. The MyPetrolina App ''Drives'' You to Alphamega Hypermarkets!

399. Ayia Napa Marina Becomes the Naming Sponsor of the International Sea Tourism Festival 2024

We are delighted to announce that Ayia Napa Marina will be the Naming Sponsor of the International Sea Tourism Festival 2024 (ISTF). ...

400. Party leaders argue over President's decision to invite Turkish Minister

Recent tensions have emerged between the Cypriot government and its supporting parties over President Nikos Christodoulides's handling of the Cyprus issue, exposing deeper internal fractures within these parties amid the summer lull....

401. Vogue content coming to ChatGPT in new deal

OpenAI has inked a deal with publishing giant Condé Nast, marking yet another partnership between the AI company and major media outlets. Previous collaborations include agreements with Time magazine, the Financial Times, and the Associated Press....

402. Cyprus to offer more affordable homes with CLDC's three-part plan

The development programme of the Cyprus Land Development Corporation (CLDC) will move along three pillars in order for the organisation to provide affordable housing for purchase or rent to beneficiaries, is Director General Eleni Symeonidou, has told the Cyprus News Agency, stressing the contribution of the organisation in easing the housing shortage....

403. Authorities find 15 illegally slaughtered goats and sheep in Nicosia

Authorities uncovered an illegal animal slaughter operation in Nicosia on Tuesday during an investigation into reports of unlawful activities. ...

404. New findings reveal life on Cyprus’ northwest coast 4,000 years ago

More information has been revealed about the Chalcolithic period and the Bronze Age on the island’s northwest coast during excavations at the Makounta-Voules Archaeological project in the Paphos district....

405. Tatar advocates strengthening of security forces in occupied Cyprus

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar has voiced support for bolstering the "security forces" in the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, claiming that these forces have evolved into a "regular army" since 1976. ...

406. Cyprus finalizes 2025 budget with focus on export growth

The Council of Ministers is set to finalize discussions on the 2025 state budget by mid-September, as confirmed by Finance Minister Makis Keravnos. ...

407. French film icon Alain Delon dies at 88

Alain Delon, the renowned French actor who became a global icon through his work with legendary directors and his enigmatic screen presence, has died at the age of 88. Delon’s career spanned over six decades, during which he starred in some of the most revered films in European cinema, including Rocco and His Brothers, The Leopard, and The Samurai....

408. ''The Notebook'' star, Gena Rowlands, dies at 94

Gena Rowlands, a renowned American actress famous for roles in films like *The Notebook* and *Another Woman,* has passed away at the age of 94....

409. Cyprus beach cleanups remove 110 kg of waste

In a series of recent beach cleanup events held across Cyprus, beachgoers and volunteers came together to collect more than 110 kilograms of waste as part of the "Keep our Sand and Sea Plastic Free" project....

410. Cyprus to host MED9 conference on cultural rights amid global crises

A conference on ''Cultural Rights in Times of Crisis - Contemporary Challenges and Perspectives'' will be held in Cyprus on September 16, within the framework of the 9 Mediterranean Member States of the EU (MED9), Summit....

411. Pyla, Finikoudes, and Mackenzie beaches to get major cleanup

In an ongoing effort to improve Larnaca's tourism offerings and meet the growing expectations of visitors, the Larnaca Tourism Board, in collaboration with the city municipality and hotels in the Pyla tourist area, has launched a thorough beach sand cleanup operation....

412. USS Wasp arrives in Limassol for routine port visit

The USS Wasp (LHD 1), an amphibious assault ship with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), arrived in Limassol on August 8, 2024, for a scheduled port visit, the US Fleet Forces Command announced Thursday. ...

413. Google and Meta secretly target underage YouTube users with Instagram ads

Google and Meta have been implicated in a secret agreement to push Instagram ads to underage YouTube users, bypassing Google's policies on advertising to minors, according to a report by the Financial Times....

414. Nicosia takes lead in crisis prep for Lebanon evacuation

The Republic of Cyprus is closely monitoring regional developments as tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah, following an Iranian strike....

415. EU bolsters Lebanon with €1B aid package

The European Union has begun political dialogue with the Lebanese government to implement critical reforms, backed by substantial EU funding. ...

416. MultiCare Elite – The New Top-tier Health Plan from Universal Life

Universal Life, the insurance company with the most experience and expertise in the Health sector in Cyprus, proudly announces the launch of MultiCare Elite....

417. Cyprus reclaims 37 relics from Germany after 60 Years

The repatriation of 37 Cypriot antiquities on 26 July 2024 from Stuttgart, Germany was announced by the Department of Antiquities, of the Deputy Ministry of Culture....

418. Uber to add 100,000 electric cars to its global fleet

Uber has announced a deal to integrate 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) from China's BYD into its global fleet....

419. Athens on high alert over possible Israeli target attack

The National Intelligence Service (EYP) and counterterrorism authorities in Greece are on heightened alert after receiving a warning from foreign security services about a potential attack on an Israeli interest in Greece....

420. Larnaca Marina gets €30M upgrade, port project postponed

The government abandoned the joint development of the Larnaca port and marina, announcing on Thursday projects estimated at over €30 million to upgrade the marina and the surrounding area, heeding the suggestions of the city’s local stakeholders....