Search

1471. Elon Musk donates over $70M to boost Trump, GOP in 2024 Election

Elon Musk, the world's wealthiest individual, contributed more than $70 million to support Donald Trump and Republican campaigns in the upcoming November elections, according to recent campaign finance disclosures....

1472. Business losses mount as Paphos-Polis road stalls

Paphos citizens are expressing growing frustration over the stalled construction of the Paphos-Polis Chrysochous highway......

1473. Cyprus: The new Switzerland and other tall tales

Hope for a solution has been granted a stay of execution—albeit on life support—and almost all political parties welcomed this development....

1474. Samaras warns of Cyprus partition and calls for justice in emotional speech

Former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras, speaking at a ''Woman of the Year'' event in Cyprus, delivered a powerful message on the Cyprus problem. ...

1475. Winners of Robotex and MRC Cyprus 2024 Awarded at the Bank of Cyprus

The winners of the 7th Robotex Cyprus and the 1st Minoan RobotSports Competition MRC Cyprus that took place last June under the auspices of the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, were honored. ...

1476. President Christodoulides addresses EU on Cyprus problem

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides will brief European leaders on the latest developments in the Cyprus issue within the framework of the European Council in Brussels on Thursday....

1477. Israel expected to strike Iran before US Election Day

American officials anticipate that Israel will retaliate against Iran for its recent attack before November 5, sources told CNN. ...

1478. Cyprus' infrastructure shines as MED9 Summit boosts tourism

1479. Isolated showers, thunderstorms expected this afternoon

A weak low-pressure system is affecting the region. ...

1480. New scandal in Tamassos Diocese as monks allude to secret video

Sources close to Metropolitan Isaiah of Tamassos and Oreini say he is determined to address the problems affecting his area. ...

1481. Behind the numbers: Are Cyprus's non-performing loans just a makeup job?

Are there good makeup artists in Cyprus? Sometimes I wonder, but since I’m out of the fashion scene, I can’t say for sure. However, when I think back to the banking events of the last 15 years, then yes—at least in the banks, they exist....

1482. Customs seizures spark confusion over 'Green Line' fuel rules

The Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights, Maria Stylianou-Lottidi, has called on the Cyprus Customs Department to urgently clarify the rules on transferring fuel from the occupied territories. ...

1483. High school principal accused of violating rights of student with ADHD

A high school principal has been reported to the police and the Ministry of Education by a student's father due to the principal's behavior toward a student with ADHD......

1484. Flight cancellations leave Air Haifa struggling for passengers

Air Haifa, a new low-cost airline, completed its inaugural flight on the Tel Aviv-Larnaca route yesterday morning. Upon returning from Larnaca, passengers were surprised to find the flight nearly empty, a rare occurrence during this peak travel season for the Israeli aviation industry....

1485. Global debt to exceed $100 trillion this year

Global public debt is nearing the size of the world economy, posing risks to living standards in developed nations, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned....

1486. Bank profits in crosshairs as tax talks heat up

The future of a special tax on bank deposits paid to the state may be heading for a shift, though a final decision is not guaranteed. ...

1487. Calum Chace: How AI will change everything—Are we ready?

Calum Chace, a well-known expert in Artificial Intelligence (AI), recently took the stage at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024 to share his insights into the future of AI and its impact on our world....

1488. Afternoon showers expected in the mountains

Today's weather will be partly cloudy, with isolated showers expected in the afternoon, primarily in the mountains. ...

1489. Freedom Holding Corp. marks 5th anniversary of Nasdaq IPO with significant growth milestones

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC) is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its IPO on the Nasdaq Capital Market, one of the world’s leading stock exchanges. ...

1490. Annual International Meeting of the Contact Committee

The Audit Office of the Republic of Cyprus is organizing the Annual Meeting of the Contact Committee, which it chairs, at the Cap. St. Georges Hotel & Resort in Paphos, on Wednesday and Thursday, October 16 and 17, 2024. ...

1491. Almost three-quarters of wildlife lost due to human actions

Human activity is causing a significant decline in wildlife around the globe, according to a new report from the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). ...

1492. Morocco’s flooding and Antarctic greening highlight climate crisis

Striking images from the Sahara Desert and the Antarctic Peninsula reveal dramatic changes in two of the world’s most extreme environments, driven by climate change....

1493. Ukraine’s 3rd brigade uses provocative ads to recruit soldiers

As Ukraine's war with Russia enters its third year, the need for recruits has become urgent. ...

1494. Cyprus to launch first homegrown satellite by 2026

Cyprus is making strides in space technology as the Cyprus Space Research and Innovation Centre (C-SpaRC) prepares to unveil its first satellite, set for launch in 2026. ...

1495. CBC: Top savings interest rate in Cyprus hits 2.45%

In August 2024, the Central Bank of Cyprus reported that the highest interest rate for term deposits of up to one year for households reached 2.45%. ...

1496. Free flu shots offered for GeSY beneficiaries

The Ministry of Health is offering free flu vaccines for GeSY beneficiaries, focusing on protecting vulnerable groups....

1497. Larnaca welcomes USS New York: Honoring American history

The USS New York made its inaugural visit to Larnaca as part of the WASP Amphibious Ready Group and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24 MEU) operating in the Eastern Mediterranean. ...

1498. Starmer thanks Christodoulides for support on Gaza

The two leaders discussed the situation in the Middle East, with Starmer thanking Christodoulides for Cyprus's support in establishing a humanitarian corridor to Gaza. He underscored the importance of de-escalation in the region and finding a credible political solution....

1499. Tougher penalties for employers skirting social security

The government is poised to toughen penalties for undeclared work in an effort to address the widespread issue....

1500. Greece rejects six nautical mile concessions with Turkey

Greece has firmly ruled out any compromise on reducing its territorial waters to six nautical miles in its ongoing dispute with Turkey, a senior government official said, dispelling speculation about potential concessions ahead of crucial diplomatic talks....