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31. More seniors turning to marijuana to ease ailments

As marijuana gains acceptance and legalization across the United States, a growing number of seniors, including Vietnam veteran Bill Martin, are turning to cannabis to address health issues....

32. Black Friday blues as HSBC goes down on biggest sales day of the year

On Black Friday, thousands of HSBC customers in the UK reported difficulties accessing mobile banking services, causing disruptions for those seeking to make purchases amidst retailer discounts. Downdetector, a website tracking service, recorded over 4,100 complaints regarding the malfunctioning banking app....

33. Lackluster sales show consumer hesitation and vigilance

From 9 in the morning, several stores opened their doors for Black Friday, primarily in the field of electrical and electronic devices, but the traffic is at low levels and certainly not comparable to previous years....

34. Navigating 'Black Friday': Discounts vs. reality

Discounts of a few euros, or even cents, are being advertised by electronics and appliance companies in anticipation of Black Friday. However, market activity does not seem to meet the expected levels for the Black Friday period, and it is certainly considerably lower compared to the peak observed in 2018 and 2019....

35. Master the art of Black Friday shopping

As the Black Friday tradition, originating in the 1960s in the United States, ushers in the Christmas shopping season, Cypriots face unique economic challenges....

36. Will Black Friday's shopping basket be lighter this year?

The November market outlook differs this year....

37. McDonalds Israel in the hot seat for giving away 100,000 free meals to soldiers

Tensions are playing out at McDonald’s locations across the Middle East as the Israel-Hamas war rages on....

38. Online applications open for child tuition and feeding subsidy scheme

As of August 28, 2023, parents of eligible children up to four years old can apply for the Child Tuition and Feeding Subsidy Scheme through a dedicated online platform. The initiative aims to provide financial support to parents for early childhood education and nutrition....

39. FinMin underlines the importance of disciplined policy

The contact circle with the banks has not been completed, and there will be a new one to adopt measures that will provide relief to borrowers regarding the increased interest rates....

40. May Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd: CySEC

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

41. Airlines now have more power thanks to Covid-19

The Airports Council International (ACI) Europe has released a comprehensive analysis of airport competition in Europe, highlighting the shifting dynamics as airlines tighten their grip. ...

42. Bill for 'e-Kalathi' product price comparison app submitted for Cabinet approval

The bill for the implementation of a digital tool that enables daily information on retail prices and product comparisons is ready for submission to the Cabinet....

43. Digital app to compare product prices in the works

Following the withdrawal of the Household Basket proposal in Cyprus, the Consumer Protection Service is now promoting the preparation of a bill for the implementation of a digital tool that will enable the daily comparison of retail prices of products....

44. Cyprus seeks understanding on shipping woes

Cyprus is speaking to other European Union member states to shore up support for the shipping industry hit by sanctions on Russia, its shipping minister said on Friday...

45. What consumers should lookout for as January sales begin

The Ministry of Commerce is intensifying its market checks due to the January sales, especially in clothing and footwear stores. At the same time, consumers are urged to be informed of their rights and to be particularly careful about cases of misleading advertisements....

46. Lack of 'discounts' for the holiday table

This year's Christmas table is expected to be laden with delectable fare. This is a tool that supermarkets have enlisted in order to retain customers and possibly increase sales, even in times of inflation....

47. Complaints about Black Friday deals have begun

The Consumer Association had begun receiving complaints about deceptive product offers as Black Friday draws near....

48. Raising the Black Friday bar

This year's Black Friday is expected to be much stronger and more appealing to consumers than last year's Black Friday. Following the tepid and disappointing performance of 2021, market participants believe this is the case. ...

49. What do Cypriots buy on Black Friday?

Only eight more days until the much-anticipated Black Friday shopping day, and ads for discounted goods continue to pound the public. Every year, many people look forward to this day in order to find the best deals on products they need....

50. Non-PDO halloumi being sold off at deeply discounted prices

Many supermarket chains and stores that sell halloumi are offering deep discounts on singular or bulk sales of the cheese. These are clearly those products that do not fall within the PDO specifications and are not labeled accordingly....

51. Big disparity of fuel prices on the island

The highest price for Diesel has reached €1.999 in Cyprus, according to the Consumer Protection Service's Fuel Retail Price Observatory. ...

52. Appliance company fined €30,000 for misleading consumers

Alpan Electroline Ltd. has been fined €30,000 by the Cyprus Consumer Protection Service for misleading sales practices....

53. Why not take a subsidized holiday in beautiful Cyprus?

The Ministry of Tourism, after the approval of the Council of Ministers, announces the extension of the duration of the Domestic Tourism Support Plan for the period from December 1, 2021 until March 31, 2022....

54. Let's talk Turkey!

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Day. The biggest holiday in the US, and possibly the busiest when it comes to air travel....

55. Hertz orders 100,000 Tesla cars

Hertz Global Holdings Inc., placed an order for 100,000 Teslas in the first step of an ambitious plan to electrify its rental-car fleet,...

56. International Luxury Property and Residency Conference

57. Palace adds cruises in vax goody bag

The Presidential Palace has announced more vaccination incentives for young adults up to age 30, who are being enticed among others with a chance to win a free cruise to the Greek islands this fall...

58. Minister says unvaccinated should pay up

Cypriot Health Minister Michalis Hadjipantela suggests vaccinated persons do not need to take rapid tests for Covid, adding those who choose to remain unvaccinated should now have to pay out of their own pocket to keep getting tested if they want to use Safe Pass...

59. Cyprus readies gratitude gift bag for vaccinated

New measures to reward vaccinated citizens in the Republic of Cyprus are to be decided in a Cabinet meeting on Friday following a sevenfold increase in daily COVID cases, with the government seeking ways to punish those who refuse to get the jab...

60. Locals find hidden hotel rates in Cyprus

A report shows that booking some hotel rooms online in the Republic of Cyprus could end up costing more money, after locals discovered they could land better deals by calling a hotel directly...