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451. Sophia Vassiliou: Paying it forward

As the European elections draw near, Cyprus finds itself amidst the emergence of a new political entity: VOLT. This dynamic party brings a breath of fresh air to our political landscape, ...

452. Demetra Holdings challenges Eurobank-Hellenic merger

Demetra Holdings is seeking to overturn the National Competition Authority's (NCA) approval of the proposed merger between Eurobank and Hellenic Bank....

453. Mexico cuts ties with Ecuador after Embassy raid

Mexico announced the severance of diplomatic ties with Ecuador following a tumultuous incident at the Mexican embassy in Quito. The event unfolded when Ecuadorian police forcibly entered the embassy to arrest former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas, ...

454. How Israel's AI system identified 37,000 Hamas targets in Gaza

During the recent conflict in Gaza, the Israeli military utilized an undisclosed AI-powered database, known as Lavender, to identify potential targets linked to Hamas. ...

455. Health Ministry suffers €880,000 loss in warehouse damage

In a session before the Parliament's Health Committee, officials reported €880,000 in damages to 149 pharmaceutical preparations, affecting 105,401...

456. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

457. Celebrating Greek independence, a White House tradition

On Thursday, President Joe Biden hosted a ceremony at the White House celebrating Greek independence. Some have questioned the usefulness of these annual gatherings, claiming that they lack substance and serve only public relations purposes....

458. Audit exposes serious issues in collecting unpaid taxes in Cyprus

An audit report from the Tax Department for 2022 has uncovered a staggering accumulation of over €2.5 billion in arrears, with €1 billion considered unsecure due to delays in necessary measures, the Audit Service revealed....

459. Chevron's new proposal for ''Aphrodite''

March 31 marked the end of the three-month deadline given by Nicosia to the US company Chevron, a key partner in the joint venture for the development of Block 12 ...

460. 2,540 Ukrainian refugees denied protection

About 2,540 Ukrainian refugees have been suspended from temporary protection in the Netherlands since March 4, 2024. They are now forced to seek safety in the country or leave. ...

461. FT: Google explores charging for AI search enhancements

Google is contemplating charging for new "premium" features powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI) in its search business, marking a significant shift. The proposed revamp, aimed at its search engine, would be the first time the tech giant has put any of its core products behind a paywall....

462. Cabinet approves closer partnership with US to tackle financial crimes

Within a short period after Nicosia's announcement of closer cooperation with the US on money laundering issues, the Council of Ministers approved the signing of a memorandum of cooperation between the Cyprus Police and the FBI. ...

463. Cyprus faces electricity market struggles amid smart meter setback

Cyprus faces significant hurdles in its electricity sector, notably in establishing a fair and competitive market. This impacts consumer choice of suppliers and efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources at home....

464. Meet ''e-kofini'', a tool to lift veil on food prices

The Ministry of Agriculture is gearing up to unveil a cutting-edge digital tool aimed at bringing greater transparency to the often murky world of agricultural product pricing....

465. Cyprus overcomes gas field hurdles, eyes ENI CEO visit

Energy Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou announced Wednesday that hurdles in the development plan for the ''Aphrodite'' gas field have been overcome, marking progress in Cyprus' energy ambitions....

466. Finance Minister extends rent program to assist more homeowners

The Cabinet has approved an expansion of beneficiaries for the Rent Relief Program against Installments, announced Finance Minister Makis Keravnos after the body's session. ...

467. Countdown begins for next Cyprus Central Bank Governor

As the clock ticks towards the end of Mr. Konstantinos Herodotou's tenure on April 11, all eyes are on the impending announcement of his successor by President Nikos Christodoulides. ...

468. Humanitarian ship ''Jennifer'' returns to Cyprus after Gaza mission

The ship ''Jennifer,'' which departed from Larnaca bound for Gaza with humanitarian aid, is set to return to Cyprus within the next two days, according to CNA sources. Accompanied by two support vessels, the exact cargo volume onboard remains unconfirmed....

469. EU reform proposals spark concern among small states

Germany and France are pushing for significant reforms within the European Union, including the abolition of unanimous decision-making and a reduction in the number of Commissioners....

470. Cyprus President urges EU action amid migration crisis

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized Tuesday the urgency of the migration crisis, seeking intervention from the European Commission to stem the flow of irregular Syrian migrants from Lebanon....

471. Health Insurance Organization fines 40+ providers €80K

The Health Insurance Organization (HIO) has imposed fines totaling 80 thousand euros on over 40 health providers in 2023 for abuses within the General Healthcare System (GHS), according to data obtained by the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....

472. Cyprus Central Bank holds 1% buffer rate to safeguard banks

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has maintained the countercyclical buffer (CCyB) rate to be observed by commercial banks at 1%, with effect as of June 2, 2024....

473. Halloumi wins reprieve as EU grants five-year transition period

Cyprus' iconic Halloumi cheese remains a protected designation of origin (PDO) after the European Union granted a crucial five-year grace period to comply with production specifications....

474. Legal maneuvering clouds Thanasis' inquest, verdict on May 10th

In a culmination of legal proceedings, the coroner's inquest into the death of 26-year-old national guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou concluded today, with a decision slated for May 10th. ...

475. Court denies payouts to Helios crash victims' families

The Court of Appeal, in a majority decision, dismissed the appeals of the children of two deceased passengers of the ''Helios'' airline, who sought compensation from the Republic of Cyprus for the loss of their parents....

476. Cyprus maritime sector advances amidst ambitious goals

''Without a doubt, we take pride in the achievements of the past 60 years. Our ambition is to set even higher targets and strengthen the competitiveness of Cypriot shipping,...

477. Akamas road irregularities demand answers

A series of pressing questions has emerged concerning irregularities in the initial phase of the road network construction in Akamas....

478. Global maritime alliance implements fees to curb ship emissions

At the latest meeting of the International Maritime Organization, a coalition of 60 member states made a joint decision to levy fees on greenhouse......

479. Thanasis' death inquiry reaches boiling point with third interrogation

After a series of intricate legal proceedings, including testimonies from the Legal Service and family attorneys, the complex investigation into the death of 26-year-old soldier Thanasis Nicolaou is nearing its conclusion. ...

480. Porsche Cyprus elevates auto unveilings with Panamera reveal

Porsche Cyprus unveils the new Porsche Panamera....