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31. Climate change made deadly hurricane Helene 500 times more likely

As Hurricane Milton nears Florida, fueled by an unusually warm Gulf of Mexico, new research highlights how climate change is driving more intense storms....

32. The program for the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024

The premier conference of the new era, the **Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit**, will take place on **October 9** at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre....

33. Cyprus activates national plan for potential evacuations from Lebanon

Nicosia remains on high alert as it prepares for potential crises stemming from escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, including the possibility of a large-scale conflict involving Hezbollah in Lebanon....

34. Israeli airstrike hits Beirut, killing six in escalating conflict

Israel bombed central Beirut early Thursday, killing at least six people, following its deadliest day on the Lebanese front in a year of clashes with Hezbollah. ...

35. Cyprus’ dirty waste secret haunts ex-Minister eyeing EU job

A waste management scandal in Cyprus is casting a shadow over former environment minister Costas Kadis, just as he seeks a prominent position in the European Union....

36. Oil prices surge 4% after Iran fires missiles at Israel

Oil prices surged nearly 4% on Tuesday following Iran's ballistic missile attacks on Israel, launched in retaliation for Israel’s campaign against Tehran’s Hezbollah allies in Lebanon....

37. Electricity subsidies and zero vat on essentials to end on October 1st

The Ministry of Finance announced today that starting October 1, 2024, it will stop the staggered electricity subsidy and the zero VAT rate on basic goods. These measures were designed to help households deal with rising costs of living....

38. Cyprus banks have €28.7 billion in cash and liquidity

The amount of liquidity in Cyprus's banking system rose to €28.7 billion in August 2024, according to the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). This increase was fueled by a growth in deposits alongside a decline in loans....

39. Supreme court ruling on Auditor General fuels corruption debate in Cyprus

The decision to dismiss the auditor general—determined by the highest level of Justice in Cyprus—has sparked a significant public, legal, and political debate....

40. Eurobank and India collaborate to create strategic business council

Mr. Ioannou raised concerns about whether the bank has a plan to maintain its strong profitability, which has largely come from rising interest rates......

41. Will the Great Sea Interconnector become another failed project?

The Cyprus-Greece electrical interconnection, known as the Great Sea Interconnector, has highlighted the challenges of publicly discussing such a significant project....

42. Cyprus faces critical challenges in key energy projects

Cyprus is grappling with pivotal energy projects at a crucial juncture. ...

43. Second Quarter & First Half 2024 Financial Results

AEGEAN announces its financial results for the Second Quarter and First Half of 2024. ...

44. The President faces a tough decision today

The ambiguity surrounding Cyprus's electrical interconnection with Europe is coming to an end. Cyprus must now decide who to align with and who to distance itself from....

45. Cyprus faces crucial energy decisions in Nicosia meeting

Cyprus' political leadership is poised to make pivotal decisions about its energy future in a major meeting set to take place at the Presidential Palace tomorrow, according to Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras. ...

46. MultiCare Elite by Universal Life delivers unparalleled medical coverage with the highest limits in Cyprus

Interview with Accident & Health Manager of Universal Life Stelios Sofroniou...

47. Cyprus-Crete electricity link should cut costs by 20-25%

The Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection project could reduce electricity costs by 20-25%, according to Cyprus Energy Minister George Papanastasiou. ...

48. The MyPetrolina App ''Drives'' You to Alphamega Hypermarkets!

49. Israeli airstrike on Gaza aid convoy kills 5 transport employees

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) carried out an airstrike on a humanitarian aid convoy in Gaza, claiming it targeted "armed assailants" attempting to hijack the convoy....

50. Police under investigation after Bulgarian in Paphos killed and emergency calls ignored

Authorities are pursuing disciplinary action against four police officers following the brutal murder of 41-year-old Petya Krateva from Bulgaria, a resident of Paphos, allegedly by her former husband....

51. Cyprus banks to engage with top investors in London

The investment community is turning its focus to a major conference in London, set for late September, where several Cypriot banks will be represented....

52. Obama warns against Trump’s return, urges support for Harris

Barack and Michelle Obama, Chicago’s iconic power couple, energized the Democratic National Convention by declaring "hope is making a comeback" with Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz leading the party's presidential ticket....

53. Why we failed as a country

In July, the resilience of Cypriot society was tested once again as it faced yet another challenge, underscoring its entrapment in heavy fuel oil. This entrapment translates into an annual fine of €200 million due to emissions. ...

54. Fuel prices drop across Cyprus

The retail price of 95-octane unleaded petrol in Cyprus has seen a noticeable decrease in the last 24 hours, with the national average now standing at €1.480 per litre....

55. Nicosia faces financial strain amid local government reforms

In an article in this Sunday's Kathimerini, Apostolos Tomaras writes that Just two months into the tenure of Cyprus’ new local government, the Nicosia Municipality is grappling with significant financial challenges, raising concerns about its ability to comply with legal requirements....

56. Cyprus caught in a field of disinformation

In this Sunday's Kathimerini, Yiannis Ioannou writes that the recent presence of U.S. naval ships in Limassol has reignited a long-standing debate in Cyprus about its geopolitical alignment, particularly as tensions escalate in the Middle East. ...

57. Greece and the ferry-tale nightmare

The ferry boat situation in Greece is rapidly becoming an unfortunate stain on the very fabric of the country. As someone who not only vacations in Greece, I also own, operate, and conduct business there in the tourism sector....

58. Boxer Khelif and the social media furor over the Olympics

The Olympics have concluded, and while there is much to celebrate regarding the achievements of Cypriot athletes, there is also a lingering dissatisfaction with those misled by far-right campaigns that falsely claim to see "woke agendas" everywhere....

59. Today marks 19 years since Helios Airways' fatal crash

Nineteen years have passed since the tragic crash on August 14, 2005, of the Boeing 737-31S aircraft of Helios Airways in the mountainous area of Grammatiko in Attica, Greece. ...

60. Cyprus ready to help Greece as massive wildfire threatens Athens

Cyprus is prepared to assist Greece as a major wildfire rages northeast of Athens, causing significant disruption and damage. The Cyprus Fire Service, led by Chief Fire Officer Nikos Longinos, is in close contact with Greek officials, including Lieutenant General Theodoros Vagias of the Greek Fire Brigade, to coordinate potential support efforts....