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181. FT: Law firms turn to AI for cost cutting and efficiency

Law firms worldwide are increasingly turning to generative artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations and reduce costs, with many either......

182. Parliament cancels smart meter contract to save EU funds

The Cypriot Parliament has unanimously accepted the President's referral of a law passed on April 25 that exempts innovative small and medium-sized......

183. Monks, millionaires, and mammoths: Cyprus' epic saga of scandal and schemes

At an unexpected time, I had written to you that a mammoth development project in a coastal town would likely meet the fate of mammoths—meaning it would fade into history without us ever seeing or touching it....

184. Kition Ocean Holdings accused of delaying Larnaca port upgrade

Stagnation has been observed on the government and company front regarding the redevelopment of the port and marina in Larnaca....

185. Uncovering transparency issues in public contracts

The uproar surrounding a revitalizing project on the outskirts of Nicosia, the capital, is just a drop in the bucket compared to the broader issues plaguing certain contracting firms and the administration overseeing public contracts....

186. Government employment surges by 5.2% in 2024

Government employment surged by 5.2% in the first four months of 2024, reaching a total of 54,837 individuals, according to data released Monday by the Statistical Service. By April 2024, the number climbed further to 55,253, revealing a breakdown of personnel across various sectors....

187. Cyprus stands with Armenians to preserve rich heritage

The Deputy Ministry of Culture always stands by and helps every effort of the Armenians of Cyprus to save their cultural heritage, said the competent Deputy......

188. Hadjimanoli: ''We hope to expand into the Asian market''

Marina Hadjimanoli stepped into her role as Deputy Minister of Shipping amidst a period of upheaval, with the shipping sector grappling with various challenges including geopolitical conflicts and safeguarding supply chains against potential terrorist threats targeting merchant vessels....

189. Cyprus football's new horizon with privately owned stadiums

The era we find ourselves in appears to signify the beginning of significant change in the professional league, reminiscent of historical shifts that brought......

190. Cyfield in the spotlight as trouble brews over Nicosia's mega projects

A storm is brewing over a major project in Nicosia, as delays and ballooning costs spark concerns about fairness and oversight in public contracts, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras....

191. Pope Francis urges Italians to increase birth rates

Pope Francis pressed his campaign Friday to urge Italians to have children, calling for long-term policies to help families and warning that the country’s demographic crisis was threatening the future. ...

192. Transport Minister confirms Nicosia ring road on track for June 16 completion

Transport, Communications, and Works Minister Alexis Vafeadis announced on Wednesday that the Nicosia peripheral motorway project is set to be completed by June 16, 2024, ...

193. Labour minister's intervention prompts port employees to end strike

The Minister of Transport's diligent efforts to resolve the crisis among employees in the Operational Department of the Port of Larnaca have evidently yielded promising results....

194. Controversy surrounds 17.5-year extension request for Nicosia ring road

Recent revelations concerning the implementation timelines of significant public works projects have shed light on longstanding challenges within the realm of project execution. ...

195. MoD breach exposes UK military personnel's names and bank details

The Ministry of Defence has suffered a significant data breach and the personal information of UK military personnel has been hacked....

196. Larnaca Port project faces uncertainty amid contractual dispute

Investment tensions in Larnaca's port project have reignited following a failed attempt to bridge differences between stakeholders, leaving a crucial guarantee expired and the project's fate uncertain....

197. Politics Blog: A satirical take on current affairs

I begin today's column with a clarification: there is no issue of institutional credibility in Cyprus. There is, however, an issue of credibility regarding the individuals representing the institutions. Now that we've cleared that up, let's move on....

198. Hellenic set to acquire CNP in multimillion-Euro deal

Everything appears to be proceeding smoothly, and it seems that CNP Cyprus will soon be under the ownership of Hellenic Bank....

199. Minister stands against early fees for Great Sea Interconnector

Cypriot electricity consumers should not be burdened with a surcharge before the operation of the electricity interconnector linking Greece and Cyprus and the consequent reduction of electricity costs, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry George Papanastasiou said on Monday....

200. Nicosia ring road faces setbacks, delays and budget overruns

The Nicosia Ring Road project, a cornerstone of infrastructure development in Cyprus, has encountered significant setbacks, including delays and budget overruns, casting a shadow over its completion prospects and anticipated benefits, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras in Kathimerini's Sunday edition....

201. Famagusta's tourism success, development struggles

Famagusta Province in Cyprus boasts the highest tourism revenue contribution nationwide, but falls short in infrastructure development and enhancement projects....

202. Breakthrough in Larnaca port revamp talks

Recent discussions, presided over by President Nikos Christodoulides, have ignited hope for the transformation of Larnaca's port and marina. With both the government and project contractor, Kition Ocean Holdings, taking bold steps, a breakthrough seems within reach....

203. Foreign Minister: Syria's situation key to migrant crisis

In an exclusive interview with Kathimerini's Yiannis Ioannou, Cyprus Minister of Foreign Affairs Constantinos Kombos discussed the humanitarian and political challenges surrounding the migrant crisis in Cyprus, shedding light on several critical issues:...

204. Politico: Greek companies under scrutiny in EU fund fraud probe

Greek authorities, alongside the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), are delving into allegations of fraud concerning the allocation of €2.5 billion in EU funds to just 10 companies in Greece. ...

205. Larnaca port echoes Vasilikos unrest

The ambitious redevelopment of Larnaca's port, a cornerstone of the city's growth, has hit a rough patch....

206. Hellenic Bank's pursuit of CNP Cyprus uncovers uncertainties

The exclusive negotiations between Hellenic Bank and CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings, a subsidiary of the French insurance powerhouse CNP Assurances, have captured attention for their high stakes and strategic importance....

207. Government considers creation of speed track to boost road safety

The prospect of establishing a dedicated track for speed enthusiasts has emerged as part of efforts to bolster road safety, according to Minister of Transport, Communications, and Works, Alexis Vafeadis....

208. Greece introduces ''talent and tech visas'' for non-EU citizens

Greece is about to introduce more formal incentives for attracting non-European Union citizens, this time based on their talent and expertise, as a means of boosting the country’s supply of skilled staff, which is seriously lagging demand in the high-tech sectors....

209. Municipalities secure government land for new animal shelter

Several municipalities in Cyprus, including Nicosia, Strovolos, Aglantzia, Lakatamia, Ayios Dometios, and Egomi, have announced plans to expand and upgrade the local dog shelter. ...

210. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender