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241. Electricity subsidy extends to vulnerable consumers until February's end

With its metaphorical ''finger on the trigger,'' the Ministry of Finance is vigilantly tracking the anticipated surges in the current....

242. UN envoy Cuellar initiates diplomatic odyssey in Cyprus talks

Maria-Angela Olguin Cuellar has been in Athens since Monday morning, following her departure from Cyprus, where she engaged with key figures including the former President, Nikos Anastasiades......

243. Putin and Erdogan set to explore Russian-Turkish bank formation

Moscow and Ankara are set to discuss the establishment of a bank serving Russian and Turkish interests, among other topics, during the upcoming week, according to the Kremlin....

244. Curbing food waste for a greener tomorrow

Food waste poses a pressing issue requiring attention, contributing to uncontrolled food production and straining natural resources. Humans, as the predominant species on the planet, occupy a significant portion of land for food production....

245. Is dining out turning luxurious?

It's no secret that our favorite cafes and fast-food joints are becoming increasingly expensive, leaving a bitter taste in the mouths of consumers. The recent surge in prices, fueled by the relentless march of inflation, is reshaping our spending habits and challenging our wallets....

246. Consumer alerts raised over potential fuel price hikes

Konstantinos Karagiorgis, Director of the Consumer Protection Service, emphasized the importance of factual justification for price increases during an interview with CNA....

247. University of Nicosia earns PRME Champion title for sustainability commitment

The University of Nicosia is proud to announce that it has been selected as a PRME Champion for the 2024-2025 cohort. This prestigious recognition is awarded by the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), a United Nations-supported initiative....

248. T/C's want incentives from G/C's to return to talks

''I personally think there is flexibility in the positions expressed by the Turkish side" says British High Commissioner Irfan Siddiq, explaining that "they want to have the right to talk about a separate state...''...

249. Bank of Spain governor to engage in economic talks with Cyprus officials

250. Biden praises job growth, declares US economy 'strongest in the world'

President Joe Biden lauded the robust jobs report released on Friday, touting it as evidence of the United States possessing the world's strongest economy....

251. Cypriot farmers' protests send ripples across Europe

The surge of farmers' fury has reverberated in a manner unprecedented for Brussels, the nerve center of European decision-making....

252. EU leaders reach agreement on 50-billion-euro fund for Ukraine amidst Orban standoff

European Union leaders, after weeks of tense negotiations, have secured a breakthrough agreement, compelling Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary to endorse a 50-billion-euro fund for Ukraine....

253. Government raises minimum wage to €1000, boosting income for 25,000 workers

In a move aimed at bolstering the income of low-wage earners, the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance has announced a significant rise in the National Minimum Wage, effective this January....

254. Cyprus among TOP 10 intolerant countries in Europe

The University Field Research Centre, PAKEPE, of the University of Cyprus unveiled troubling findings from the 2022 European Social Survey (CSR), indicating prevalent xenophobic sentiments within the island nation....

255. Lagarde warns of potential economic threats to Europe under possible Trump return

In a recent exclusive interview with CNN's Richard Quest, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde cautioned Europe to brace itself for potential economic challenges......

256. Interest rates extended, borrowers face dilemma

Last Thursday, the European Central Bank (ECB) opted to maintain interest rates, extending the uncertainty for borrowers regarding their loans and repayments....

257. January 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....

258. Anastasiades faces golden passport scandal investigation

The Economic Committee of the Parliament has approved the release of €1.04 million for procuring services for the Anti-Corruption Authority's investigations....

259. ELAM's shadow: Unveiling the far-right's fascist roots

''Nazis or just another populist party?'' This has been the question in Germany for years regarding the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD)....

260. Chamber of Commerce exposes government's failure on buffer zone unfairness

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) approaches the issue of expanding the list of products falling under the Green Line Regulation......

261. Tatar blasts Greek Cypriot 'obstruction' in energy talks

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar emphasized the importance of energy collaboration with Europe through Turkey during a summit on energy in the Eastern Mediterranean, held at the Turkish Cypriot Chamber of Commerce....

262. US NSC Chief joins Cyprus-Israel talks on maritime assistance

Curtis Ried, the Chief of Staff for the U.S. National Security Council (NSC) joined the Republic of Cyprus and Israeli officials "for productive discussions on Cyprus’s maritime assistance corridor concept"....

263. Hooliganism in Cyprus: A plea for political action

The recent incidents at ''Alphamega'' and the Apollon-AEL Cup match follow a familiar pattern, underscoring the government's struggle to tackle sports-related issues....

264. Bank of Cyprus gears up for investment talks in New York

Bank of Cyprus has packed its bags for New York as it gears up to meet with the investment community at the Athens Stock Exchange's conference in collaboration with JPMorgan on the 25th of this month. ...

265. Cyprus leads the EU in cross-border investments

During a Parliamentary Finance Committee meeting, CySEC Chairman George Theocharides announced Cyprus's top-ranking status in providing cross-border investment services within the EU....

266. Hostage families urgently plead for release in Parliament chaos

In a gripping display of anguish, relatives of Israelis held captive by Palestinian gunmen stormed a Jerusalem parliamentary committee on Monday, urging lawmakers to intensify efforts to free their loved ones....

267. Businesses fear global tax reform will lead to double taxation

Global tax reform, ineffective use of technology and economic uncertainty are putting significant strain on business’ transfer pricing (TP) capabilities, according to the 2024 EY International Tax and Transfer Pricing Survey....

268. Germany's model links retirement age to life expectancy

The consequences of an aging population have for many years been a headache for many countries, including Greece, and have provoked opposition from many politicians and public opinion,...

269. ENI unearths natural gas treasure in Cyprus

ENI’s drilling in ''Cronos-2'' target in Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ) block 6 seems to have discovered a natural gas reservoir with sources telling CNA that gas flaring was carried out yesterday....

270. Women say 'NO' to more babies despite Chinese Government urges

Amid a national emergency, China's Communist Party strives to increase birth rates with incentives like cheaper housing and tax benefits....