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691. Politics Blog: Cyprus wins the gold medal for corruption

The column, in an unsuspecting moment and while all the relevant officials were reassuring you, was the first to write about the impending fiasco of the mammoth projects in Larnaca and warned that what would follow with the project in Vasilikos would be infinitely worse....

692. 70% of Cypriots and Greeks choose card payments over cash

We are moving ever closer to abolishing cash for consumers and businesses....

693. Athens and Cyprus alarmed by Middle East unrest following assassinations

Athens is deeply concerned about the recent developments in the Middle East, following the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniya in Tehran and Hezbollah leader Fouad Shoukr in Beirut....

694. Turkish stray dog law ignites protests over threat of mass killings

Turkish legislators have approved a controversial law aimed at removing millions of stray dogs from the country’s streets, a move that animal rights activists fear could lead to widespread euthanasia or overcrowded shelters....

695. Cyprus sees significant uptick in new loans

In June 2024, new loans in Cyprus substantially increased, reaching €330.6 million, up from €234.9 million in May. Data from the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) show that total new loans, which include both new and renegotiated contracts, climbed to €514.9 million from €391.6 million the previous month....

696. Cypriots Kontides and Makri set to compete in Olympic regatta today

Athletes Pavlos Kontides and Marilena Makri will compete in the Olympic Regatta on Thursday as the Olympic Games are in full swing. Both are in Laser-type boats, now known as ILCA (ILCA 7 for Men and ILCA 6 for Women)....

697. Lufthansa flight diverted to Cyprus midway to Tel Aviv

A Lufthansa flight from Munich to Tel Aviv made an unexpected landing in Larnaca, Cyprus, according to Israeli media....

698. Firefighters tackle 45 fires in Evia, 37 contained

Firefighters in Evia battled flames throughout the night, with aerial units resuming operations at dawn. ...

699. Dog found eating wood to survive

An allegation of dog abuse was reported to our website and shared on social media....

700. Olympic medalists receive life-changing rewards from home countries

701. Police probe double homicide after charred bodies incident

Authorities are investigating a suspected double homicide after the discovery of two charred bodies in a burned vehicle in the Lisovouno area of Limassol....

702. Storms expected in Cyprus mountains

A seasonal low pressure system is affecting Cyprus, leading to a mix of clear skies and localized weather changes....

703. UNIC to upgrade equine clinic at Nicosia Race Club

The recent commencement of work on the upgrade of the Nicosia Race Club by the University of Nicosia's School of Veterinary Medicine was announced on Wednesday by the academic institution, ...

704. Charlie Hebdo predicts outrageous Paris Olympics closing ceremony

In its trademark satirical style, French magazine Charlie Hebdo has sparked controversy yet again with its prediction for the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics on August 11....

705. Israeli forces kill Hezbollah commander in Beirut, Hamas leader in Iran

The Middle East faces heightened tensions following two significant Israeli strikes. Last night, Israeli forces targeted and killed Fouad Soukr, a key member of Lebanon's Shi'ite Hezbollah organization, in Beirut....

706. Cyprus government rakes in over €424M in surpluses this year

Cyprus has reported a substantial budget surplus of €424.5 million for the first half of 2024, a huge increase from the €62 million surplus during the same period last year. ...

707. Police look for answers after charred bodies found in burnt car

The discovery of two charred bodies in a burnt car in the area of Lystovouno, Limassol district, has left authorities grappling for answers as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the mysterious incident. ...

708. Truck with illegal fuel seized at crossing point, driver fined €19,000

Officials from Cyprus' Customs Department seized a commercial vehicle and 4,500 liters of fuel on July 26, originating from the occupied areas of the Republic of Cyprus. The driver paid a total of €19,000 in an out-of-court settlement. ...

709. Record surge in olive oil fraud amid rising prices of 'liquid gold'

The European Union reported a record number of potential olive oil fraud and mislabeling cases in the first quarter of 2024, driven by inflationary pressures and a growing hidden market for the kitchen staple....

710. Vasilikos: Cyprus political figures and public officials to be summoned

The European Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into the construction contract of the Natural Gas Terminal (NGA) in Vasilikos, Cyprus....

711. Nicosia municipality embraces digital era, ends cheque payments

In a significant shift towards modernization, the Nicosia Municipality announced it will no longer accept cheque payments, urging residents to transition to electronic and card-based payment methods. ...

712. Olympic Men's Triathlon postponed due to Seine water contamination

The men's triathlon at the Olympic Games has been postponed due to poor water quality in the River Seine, despite significant investments in infrastructure. ...

713. Cyprus relaunches LNG terminal tender after €0.5B contract termination

Cyprus will soon launch tenders for the completion of the Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal for electricity generation, despite the termination of a €0.5 billion......

714. Police seize truck with unmarked meat heading for occupied side

On July 25, 2024, Cypriot authorities seized a commercial truck attempting to transport over two tonnes of unmarked fresh meat to the occupied territories from an unauthorized crossing point, following a notification from the police....

715. McDonald's becomes unaffordable for many

McDonald's, once synonymous with affordable fast food, has seen its sales decline as many former customers find its offerings increasingly expensive....

716. Fruits and perishables made of gold

Soaring retail prices for fresh fruits and vegetables have heavily impacted both consumers and producers in recent months. ...

717. Cypriot swimmers’ impressive efforts in Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Natasa Lappa ranks 21st after the completion of the second day of the sailing races in the category IQFOIL of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. ...

718. Cypriot and Swiss officials discuss migration cooperation

Cypriot Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection Nicholas Ioannides thanked his Swiss counterpart, Christine Schraner Burgener, over her country’s financing of infrastructure of the Cypriot Asylum Service. ...

719. Cyprus ranks second in EU for workers unable to afford vacations

Cyprus recorded the second-largest share of workers unable to afford vacations in 2022 among EU member states, with 25% of its workforce affected, according to an analysis of Eurostat data by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC)....

720. Eurobank to revamp Hellenic Bank's leadership in September

Eurobank is now focusing on the next steps following the completion of its tender offer for a 100% acquisition of Hellenic Bank, finalized on Tuesday, June 30, 2024. ...