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241. Rowing rivalries: Limassol hosts first International Coastal Rowing competition

Summertime has finally arrived in Limassol, and what better way to kick off the season than with the first annual international coastal rowing competition?...

242. Nicosia vies for European Capital of Culture 2030

Nicosia has been nominated for the European Capital of Culture 2030 title. The Nicosia For Art company has been tasked with preparing and submitting the application by the decision of the City Council. ...

243. It's a pawsome weekend treat as Athens museum opens doors to fur buddies

This Sunday, April 2, the people of Greece get to live out my lifelong dream and bring their dogs to the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Athens for a “World Stray Animal Day” event. ...

244. Bartholomew says Russian Church shares blame in Ukraine

The spiritual head of the world's Orthodox Christians said on Wednesday that Russia's powerful Orthodox Church shared responsibility for the conflict in Ukraine but that he stood ready to help in Russia's postwar 'spiritual regeneration'...

245. Michael Kyprianou Advocates – Legal Consultants announces opening of office in Tel Aviv

Cyprus’ leading law firm Michael Kyprianou & Co LLC announces the opening of a new international branch in Tel Aviv, Israel, further expanding the firm’s global reach....

246. Ireland celebrates the 100th anniversary of St. Patrick's Day

Today, March 17th, 2023, marks the 100th anniversary of St. Patrick's Day. And the Irish Embassy in Cyprus did not disappoint by pulling out all the stops to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style. ...

247. Cyprus inmates score 4th and 6th place in international art competition

Inmates in Cyprus Prisons took part with 10 paintings in the 6th International Art Competition "Art and Prison" organized in Berlin. Two paintings got 4th and 6th place while others got distinctions among the first 100 rankings....

248. Cypriot choir captivates listeners at Westminster Abbey (video)

The Amalgamation Women's Choir from Cyprus captivated listeners with their beautiful voices at the official Commonwealth Day ceremony held at Westminster Abbey in London last Monday. ...

249. ECOMMBX welcomes former CySec Chairwoman to its Board

ECOMMBX, a progressive Electronic Money Institution based in Nicosia, known for it forward-thinking and customer-centric corporate culture, is proud to welcome a new member to its board: Ms Demetra Kalogerou (BSc, MSc, MPhil)....

250. Porsche Cyprus celebrates women

In a unique and wonderful evening event on March 2nd, 2023, A.I. Motokinisi Ltd., the official importer and distributor of Porsche cars in Cyprus, welcomed distinguished guests, partners and media representatives at the Porsche showroom in Nicosia. The event was held on the occasion of the upcoming International Women's Day on March 8th, in order to honour the woman and her role in today’s era....

251. It's dangerous around here

There has been a lot of discussion about the new President's selection of Michalis Hatzigiannis to fill the role of Deputy Minister of Culture, and it can be challenging to separate reasonable criticism from elitism. ...

252. 'Mismanagement, corruption and nepotism will not be tolerated'

Mismanagement, corruption, and nepotism will not be tolerated, and for the people who will be at the center of his administration, these were the two main issues that President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides addressed in his speech on Wednesday during the swearing-in ceremony of the new members of his government....

253. The who's who of the Christodoulides government

On Monday afternoon (27/02), Nikos Christodoulides, the country's new leader, unveiled his new administration. Read the detailed biographies of the individuals who make up the new government....

254. What baffles Americans about Cyprus?

Our planet is a melting pot of different cultures and lifestyles, so it's no surprise Americans are curious about other countries around the world....

255. The protocol for Wednesday's 'changing of the guard'

The 'changing of the guard' or in plain terms, the new President's term is scheduled to begin on March 1st when the confirmation ceremony of Nikos Christodoulides' hand-picked ministers will occur at the event hall of the presidential palace at 10 am, after which, the first cabinet meeting will take place....

256. Kaili lawyer stunned as MEP’s partner walks free

The defense for Greek MEP Eva Kaili is raising hell after Belgian authorities released her partner in an ongoing corruption investigation, with one of her lawyers accusing Belgium’s criminal justice of operating against European legal culture...

257. EY presents report on the Future of Banking in Cyprus

The report showcases the importance and contribution of Cypriot banks to the wider economy and society, and identifies current and upcoming challenges and opportunities...

258. Expert blames culture for elder mistreatment in Cyprus

Reports of elder mistreatment are piling up in the Republic of Cyprus, after a viral photo of a female patient on a hospital bed drew public condemnation and started a clash between health officials, with additional reports emerging about youths terrorizing senior citizens who live alone...

259. Raquel Welch's visit to Cyprus and her meeting with Makarios

Well-known actress, Raquel Welch, died yesterday, February 15th, at the age of 82, following a brief illness. Welch first came to public attention with her appearances in "Fantastic Voyage" and "One Million Years B.C." in 1966....

260. Nicola Sturgeon resigns as Scotland's first minister

Nicola Sturgeon will stand down as first minister of Scotland, she has announced at a press conference....

261. France to be first country in the world to introduce 'porn passports'

France is set to introduce 'porn passports' to prove a person is over 18 while accessing sex websites - in a world first that aims to prevent children from viewing explicit material....

262. Schools to scrap holiday after archbishop’s okay

The new archbishop in Cyprus says he is not in favor of public schools having the entire day off on his Name Day, a move welcomed by the education ministry while organized teachers are not so keen on giving up the tradition...

263. EU pushing to create a Common European Degree Label

Mariya Gabriel, the European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education, and Youth, has launched ten Erasmus+ projects to foster new forms of cooperation among higher education institutions across the EU....

264. Accountability at last? - Former Lebanon PM charged with homicide

The investigation into the Beirut port explosion has taken a new turn, with the judge overseeing the probe charging a former prime minister and two other former ministers with homicide with probable intent. ...

265. Cabinet agrees to implement full-day high school program

266. No more Fridays. 4-day work week on the rise

The results are in: It's time for your company to stop working on Fridays (or Mondays)....

267. Exhibition: 'From a continent to an Island'

Art Association CATHRINE presents the exhibition From a Continent to an Island, curated by Nadine Betrhelier and co-curated by Eudes Ajot from Paris, under the auspices of the Australian High Commission and the Deputy Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Cyprus....

268. Lavrov gives Greek reporter a mouthful after Cyprus question

A question asked by a Greek reporter was met with a long-drawn-out response from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, who suggested European leaders were 'hasty' in their support for Kiev including traditional friends Greece and Cyprus who followed American advice...

269. An unlikely love story of two soldiers separated by the buffer zone

Along with five other films 'Buffer Zone', directed and written by Savvas Stavros will open the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival, before Sally Potter's new film with Javier Bardem and Chris Rock....

270. More mergers and acquisitions needed to bolster competitiveness

Cyprus Economy and Competitiveness Council proposed the encouragement of acquisitions and mergers of Cyprus' companies in order to improve their competitiveness....