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1. Cyprus in mourning as four young lives lost in weekend crashes

Cyprus was left in shock on November 17 after two tragic road accidents claimed the lives of four young people, leaving a nation grieving and demanding answers, according to 24News' Stella Markou....

2. Cyprus’ endless love affair with unfinished projects

''Oh Prometheus, if only you knew how much you’ve cost us, you’d blush with shame. Yet no one involved seems to care. In any case, full sails ahead.''...

3. Fired Paphos-Polis road contractor wants €35 million payout

The Cyprus government has formally terminated its contract with Intrakat, a Greek construction company, for the long-awaited Paphos-Polis Chrysochous motorway, citing severe delays and excessive demands from the contractor....

4. Trump taps Elon Musk to lead ''Department of Government Efficiency''

In a move aimed at shaking up Washington, former President Donald Trump announced plans to appoint Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest man, to head a new ''Department of Government Efficiency.''...

5. Cyprus GDP and living standards improve, but challenges remain

Cyprus' living standards have continued to improve, with the country's GDP per capita reaching 95% of the EU average in 2023, according to recent data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus....

6. Antibiotic misuse in Cyprus fuels deadly resistance surge

Cyprus ranks among European Union countries with the highest antibiotic consumption and microbial resistance rates, Health Minister Michalis Damianou said Friday at a news conference kicking off a campaign on antibiotic stewardship and antimicrobial resistance. ...

7. Australia to ban under-16s from social media in global first

Australia’s government plans to introduce what it describes as "world-leading" legislation that would prohibit children under 16 from using social media, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced....

8. Cyprus faces 2024 deadline to align with EU regulations on foreign investments

Cyprus faces a deadline by the end of 2024 to align with the European regulation governing large foreign investments....

9. Fidias joins protest against school mobile phone ban, low student turnout

A protest against the recent ban on mobile phones in secondary and technical schools drew a modest turnout in Eleftherias Square, with about 60 to 70 students in attendance....

10. Cyprus under siege as cyberattacks raise alarms

Since October 17, hackers have been launching a series of targeted attacks on various organizations and companies across Cyprus, sparking public debate about the country's ability to fend off cyber threats. ...

11. Exness CEO: Cut red tape to boost Europe's economy

Petr Valov, CEO of Exness, has called for the reduction of excessive regulations in Europe, arguing that deregulation could help boost the region's economic competitiveness....

12. Colon cancer is rising in Cyprus

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in both men and women in Cyprus, according to data from the Cyprus Association of Cancer Patients and Friends (PASYKAF)....

13. Greece imposes 20-euro levy on cruise visitors to curb overtourism

Greece plans to impose a 20-euro levy on cruise ship visitors to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos during the peak summer season, in a bid to avert overtourism, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Sunday....

14. UK's first teacherless GCSE class begins

David Game College in London is set to start the UK’s first "teacherless" GCSE course this September, where artificial intelligence (AI) will replace human teachers....

15. Cyprus has second largest decrease in firefighter jobs across EU

The number of firefighters was cut in 12 EU member states, including Cyprus, in 2023, while Cyprus was the country with the second largest drop in the employment of firefighters that year, according to an analysis by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) of EU Labour Force Survey data which was also published recently by Eurostat. ...

16. 91 dead in Bangladesh protests, PM resignation demanded

Clashes in Bangladesh on Sunday left at least 91 people dead and hundreds injured as police fired tear gas and rubber bullets at tens of thousands of protesters demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. ...

17. Fruits and perishables made of gold

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

18. China unveils world's largest hurricane-proof turbine

Imagine a wind turbine so advanced it can withstand hurricanes and typhoons while harnessing their immense power to generate electricity....

19. Young women look decades older due to early botox use

Recent Love Island contestants Nicole Samuel, Jess White, and Harriet Blackmore have ignited discussions about the impact of cosmetic procedures on young women's appearances....

20. Auditor-General challenges pension misconduct claims

Auditor-General Odysseas Michaelides addressed several contentious issues during the third day of hearings at the Supreme Judicial Council, which is reviewing Attorney General George Savvides' request to dismiss Michaelides for alleged misconduct....

21. ECB concerned over Cypriot bank profit tax proposal

In 2023, Cypriot banks reported unprecedented profits, marking a 15-year high, with projections suggesting even greater earnings in 2024....

22. CBC chief warns: Tax on big profits could hurt economy

The new Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC), Christodoulos Patsalides, expressed opposition to a windfall profits tax, which is a tax imposed by governments on companies that have experienced unexpectedly large profits,...

23. EU to impose up to 25% tax on imported Chinese EVs

The European Commission is set to notify car makers on Wednesday that it will provisionally apply additional duties of up to 25% on imported Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) starting next month, according to the Financial Times, citing sources familiar with the matter....

24. Greek olive oil producers reject bulk sales, thrive in export market

They knew the easy way. They could have effortlessly sent their oil in bulk to Italy....

25. Beyonce's producer accused of repeated sexual assault

Grammy award-winning producer and songwriter The-Dream has been accused of rape and sexual battery, according to a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles...

26. Cypriots torn between Palestine and Israel

The Greek Cypriot approach to the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis has always been conflicted, mainly because we don't know with whom to identify....

27. Should kindergartens allow audio recording on CCTV?

At entrances or exits of private kindergartens and parking areas, the installation and operation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) are allowed......

28. Green marketing: The truth behind eco-friendly claims

The deceptive practice of greenwashing, aimed at misleading consumers about the environmental qualities of products or services, is drawing increasing scrutiny....

29. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

30. Finance Ministry to shield vulnerable homes from price hikes

The forthcoming measures are set to target specific areas, not just spread thinly across the board, in the fight against rising prices....