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61. McDonald’s cuts LGBTQ+ inclusion efforts, but claims it still ‘cares’ about diversity

McDonald’s, one of the world’s most recognizable brands, is recalibrating its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in response to recent societal and legal changes....

62. KPMG in Cyprus spreads holiday cheer with ''Adopt a Family for Christmas''

For the 11th consecutive year, KPMG in Cyprus has supported the ''Adopt a Family for Christmas'' initiative, reaffirming our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility....

63. Cyprus bank account linked to dark web ‘King of Coke'

The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), known for its groundbreaking Pandora Papers revelations, has published a report exposing the activities of Mark Chikarowski—an Australian who operated under the pseudonym...

64. Thank God for GESY!

The recent news surrounding the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the arrest of Luigi Mangione, the suspected shooter, has sparked an intense debate. As an American who grew up in Los Angeles and now calls Cyprus home, I find the entire case deeply thought-provoking, especially in light of my own personal experiences with healthcare systems....

65. payabl. partners with Limassol Municipality to uplift the community this festive season

payabl., a leading European financial technology provider, announced its partnership with the Limassol Municipality to support the Social Market initiative, ...

66. Once again this Christmas, Lidl Cyprus supports the valuable work of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society

67. Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

The Cyprus Parliament was busy on Thursday, voting on a series of important bills that could reshape the island's economic landscape and support families....

68. Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

At Lidl Cyprus, Christmas is a time when giving and caring are of even greater importance....

69. Luigi Mangione: The Ivy League graduate turned suspected murderer

In a saga that feels ripped straight from a Netflix thriller, Luigi Mangione, a once-promising Ivy League graduate from a prominent Maryland family, finds himself at the center of one of the year’s most jaw-dropping scandals....

70. Manhunt ends as suspect charged in UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooting

On December 4, 2024, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot outside the New York Hilton Midtown in Manhattan....

71. Internet sleuths go silent on CEO’s murder

In the wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murder in New York City, a striking silence has emerged from the typically active online community of amateur internet sleuths....

72. Business loans on the rise in Cyprus, but consumer borrowing takes a hit

Cyprus experienced a rise in net new loans in October, driven primarily by businesses borrowing more, especially for amounts exceeding €1 million. ...

73. Cybersecurity and ICT risks emerge as leading drivers of operational risk

Geopolitical tensions have significantly increased operational risks, particularly in the areas of cyber and digital threats, as well as risks related to money laundering and sanctions compliance....

74. Russian software company offers job to 7-year-old programming prodigy

A seven-year-old boy from St. Petersburg has captured the attention of the tech world, earning an offer for a management role at a Russian software company—once he’s old enough to work legally....

75. The EuroBasket Trophy Visits ECOMMBX Offices

The Cyprus Basketball Federation and ECOMMBX held a joint press conference today (November 18) to mark their partnership and celebrate ECOMMBX as the ''6th Player'' of the Men’s National Basketball Team in its journey to EuroBasket 2025....

76. Petrolina as Major Sponsor of the 7th Radisson Blu International Larnaka Marathon

On Sunday, November 17, Larnaka will welcome thousands of runners who will participate in one of the seven race routes of the 7th Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon, one of the country’s most significant sporting events....

77. Old grudges and gilded memories, Cypriot politics in reruns

Last night, I tuned into a podcast featuring the former President of Cyprus and a Twitter Space (or "X Space") with the former DISY party leader. Oh boy, both were quite the listen....

78. Magical Christmas with Lidl - the Lidl Christmas movie

Every year, Lidl's Christmas campaign reinforces its position as the go-to partner for a magical holiday season, offering a diverse product range and celebrating the spirit of sharing....

79. Frederick University to offer workshop on the CSRD and the impact of ESG on corporate risk and financing

Frederick University's Department of Business Administration and the Centre for Research in Entrepreneurship, Finance, and Strategy (CERFS) are organizing a workshop on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the impact of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) on corporate risk and financing which will be held on Wednesday, November 27th, from 16:00 to 19:00, at Frederick University in Nicosia (Seminar Room 1 - 1st floor - 7, Y. Frederickou str., Pallouriotissa)....

80. Lidl Cyprus gives new life to fruit and vegetables with the 'Choose me' bag

With a new initiative, Lidl Cyprus invites all its customers to choose the "Choose me" bag and help reduce food waste, while saving money on their daily purchases....

81. Trump declares victory: ''God spared me to save the country''

Donald Trump has done it again. Not only is he back in the White House, but he’s also making history as the first former president to win a second, non-consecutive term....

82. TGI Fridays files for bankruptcy to keep brand afloat

TGI Fridays, the American casual dining brand famous for its lively atmosphere and happy-hour tradition, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it grapples with the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic....

83. Traffic offenders targeted with new photo radar, e-toll systems

Cyprus is gearing up to roll out two new systems to better enforce traffic violations captured by radar cameras and to ensure fines reach offenders who have avoided detection or failed to pay up. ...

84. Cyprus surpasses pre-pandemic financial levels with growing surplus

Cyprus is bouncing back from recent economic challenges, with its financial health improving dramatically. Current fiscal surpluses now exceed what they were before the pandemic, thanks to a significant increase in revenue....

85. Winners of Robotex and MRC Cyprus 2024 Awarded at the Bank of Cyprus

The winners of the 7th Robotex Cyprus and the 1st Minoan RobotSports Competition MRC Cyprus that took place last June under the auspices of the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, were honored. ...

86. Freedom Holding Corp. marks 5th anniversary of Nasdaq IPO with significant growth milestones

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC) is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its IPO on the Nasdaq Capital Market, one of the world’s leading stock exchanges. ...

87. Tesla’s hiring secret: Mindset over skills, says Beth Davies in Digital Agenda interview

Beth Davies, former development director at Tesla, Gap, Apple, and Microsoft, spoke to "K" about talent attraction strategies employed by leading tech companies. ...

88. Head of Soul Publishing Aleksandra Sulimko at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit

Aleksandra Sulimko is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at TheSoul Publishing, where she drives the company’s operational excellence, alignment, and best management practices across the business....

89. EU takes Cyprus to court over tax law delays

The European Commission has referred Cyprus, along with Spain, Poland, and Portugal, to the European Court of Justice for failing to implement the 2022 directive on a global minimum level of taxation for multinational corporations and large companies (Pillar 2 directive)....

90. Cyprus banks hike mortgage rates as new loans drop by a third in August

Banks in Cyprus raised the interest rates on home loans in August, while reducing the interest rates offered on household deposits, according to data released by the Central Bank of Cyprus on Wednesday....