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661. Meta encryption shields child abusers in shadows

Mark Zuckerberg’s plan to roll out encrypted messaging on his platforms will let child abusers “hide in the dark”, according to a government campaign urging the tech billionaire to halt the move....

662. Women now command 56% of Austrian university seats

The proportion of female students at Austrian universities is higher than the opposite gender, overtaking them by 56 per cent, as Statistics Austria has revealed....

663. Minister Vafeadis targets unpaid camera fines

The Minister of Transport, Alexis Vafeadis, showed his dedication to finding solutions during yesterday's meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on Transport....

664. Rising prostate cancer cases in Cyprus sound alarm bells for men's health

New data reveals a concerning increase in prostate cancer cases in Cyprus, with 656 cases detected in 2020, compared to 550 in 2019. Prostate cancer is the most prevalent form of cancer among European men, a...

665. €5,000 fines for obstructing mobile cameras

In an effort to combat the growing problem of obstruction of mobile camera operators on roadways, the Minister of Transport, Communications, and Works, Alexis Vafeadis, has revealed a new bill that seeks to criminalize such behavior....

666. Unlimited data dominates in mobile telephony contracts

In the first half of 2023, over 50% of mobile phone contracts now offer unlimited voice, SMS, and data, highlighting the growing importance of data in these contracts. ...

667. 90% winter flight schedule boosts tourism hopes

Airlines based in Cyprus are planning to operate 90% of their flights during the upcoming winter season, as revealed by Maria Kouroupi, the Director of Communications and Marketing at Hermes Airports, in an interview with "K." ...

668. Unprecedented disasters prompt urgent calls for risk assessment review

Unfortunately, this year has been a game changer in terms of risk prediction as the scale and impact of recent disasters has been unprecedented, Dr. George Boustras, ...

669. Extended ''Park & Ride'' hours for Nicosia commuters

The "Park & Ride" service will have extended operating hours starting next Monday, September 18. ...

670. Thanos Hotels and Resorts continues to support ''Sophia Foundation for Children''

The company was honoured for its ''I cook and I offer'' programme during an event at the Presidential Palace ...

671. Big on big issues and small on small issues

Are you tired of scrolling and reading throughout long and multiple pages filled with every single detail of each accounting policy your entity of interest is using the last couple of years, only to find what really matters for you in page 25? Don’t get me wrong! I do that for living....

672. Cyprus admits failures in immigration crisis

Those who followed the fascist incidents in Chloraka and Limassol were provoked, not just by the lack of a plan to handle this major crisis....

673. Techisland powers up Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit

The Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit is delighted to announce its collaboration with "Techisland" as the primary sponsor of the "Alpha Stage" platform, whose objective is to promote startups in Cyprus and the wider region....

674. Will Justice Minister and Chief of Police lose jobs over viral video?

When the video of Nikos Christodoulides' meeting at the Presidential Palace went viral the day after Limassol riots, many people thought that the Minister of Justice and the Chief of police might lose their jobs soon....

675. US anti-corruption chief shines spotlight on Cyprus

Richard Nephew, the Coordinator on Global Anti-Corruption at the US State Department, emphasized the severe consequences of corruption on economies and international investments during his visit to Cyprus....

676. AI's role in shaping future warfare

The war in Ukraine has brought about significant changes, including how wars will occur in the 21st century. These changes are quite substantial. Suddenly, everyone realizes that inexpensive unmanned aerial vehicles can inflict more damage than costly traditional military planes....

677. EU Commission's roadmap for seamless social security services

European Commission has proposed concrete steps to further digitalise the coordination of social security systems in Europe, in a dedicated Communication....

678. Nicosia's traffic saver: Park, ride, and smile!

The new ''Park & Ride'' service, aiming to significantly alleviate traffic congestion at the entrance to Nicosia and in the city center, commences operations today....

679. Nicosia's ring road will ease traffic congestion in the capital

The first phase of the new Nicosia outer ring road's construction is projected to be finished by the first half of 2024, according to Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Alexis Vafeades. ...

680. Tourist arrivals and revenue soar

An increase in both tourist arrivals and tourism revenue has been recorded in Cyprus this year, said Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis....

681. New bus Lane to ease Nicosia traffic starting September 4th

The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works has announced the launch of a 1.8km bus lane on the A1 motorway, operational from September 4, 2023....

682. Can sexual education truly safeguard Cyprus youth?

With a small yet significant change in our education system, the new school year is commencing....

683. Buffer zone tensions and Cyprus problem scenarios

After the incident in the buffer zone at the Gate, the National Security Council in Turkey convened. This was its first meeting after Erdogan's reelection. ...

684. COVID: ''No stricter measures for now,'' says Minister

A meeting will take place on August 29th with the Scientific Advisory Committee for COVID-19, in the presence of the Minister of Health, to evaluate the epidemiological indicators and the new data regarding the virus....

685. Russia joins condemnation amidst UN buffer zone tensions

Swift condemnation has followed the recent attacks on United Nations peacekeepers and the resulting damage to UN vehicles by Turkish Cypriots. A draft statement addressing the incidents in the village of Pyla, including plans by Turkey, is currently being considered by the Security Council....

686. City of Dreams Mediterranean partners with Cablenet

687. Vegan Fam Festival 2023: Embrace life, sustainably

In an eagerly anticipated announcement, the Vegan Fam Festival, hailed as Cyprus' largest eco-festival, is set to make its triumphant return for the third consecutive year. ...

688. New video shows Turkish Cypriot - UN Peacekeepers clash near Pyla buffer zone

Fresh video footage has come to light depicting the clashes that transpired on Friday morning within the buffer zone near Pyla, involving Turkish Cypriots and United Nations personnel....

689. UN peacekeepers adjust position amidst tensions in buffer zone

In a recent update to the incident at the Pyla buffer zone, Simos Mitidis, the leader of the G/C community in Pyla, conveyed that the UNFICYP personnel have slightly repositioned themselves in response to the confrontation with Turkish forces within the buffer zone. ...

690. Decisive steps planned for Chlorakas crisis

A meeting led by the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, is scheduled for Monday to discuss the situation in Chlorakas, especially after recent events. The goal is to make prompt and decisive decisions on the matter, as per an official source....