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1111. Politico: Cypriot firm linked to Belarusian leader exploits sanctions loophole

A recent investigation by Belarusian journalists has uncovered that a company based in Cyprus is profiting from inflated contracts related to the export of potash, a key ingredient in fertilizer, from Belarus....

1112. Blaze in Souni-Zanakia burns 5 hectares, causes building damage

The fire that broke out shortly after eleven in the morning in Souni - Zanakia, Limassol district, has caused damage to several buildings, which is manageable, according to Fire Service spokesman Andreas Kettis....

1113. Cyprus' online legal system still facing problems after fixes

The gradual relocation of state data center servers to fully compliant and secure facilities will begin before the end of the year, according to Deputy Minister of Innovation......

1114. The Olympics and the battle against fake news

In an article in this Sunday's Kathimerini, Brussels correspondent George Kakouris writes about how the 2024 Olympics were not only a showcase of athletic prowess but also a battleground for misinformation, with numerous false narratives circulating, particularly from Russian-language websites....

1115. No survivors after plane crashes in residential area in Sao Paulo

A tragic plane crash in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, has left all 62 people on board dead after the aircraft plummeted into a residential area in the municipality of Vinhedo, local authorities confirmed on Friday....

1116. Police identify second victim found in burned car in Limassol

Authorities have identified the second victim found charred inside a burning car in the Limassol district on July 31. The victim has been confirmed as 38-year-old David Chmelar, a Slovakian national. ...

1117. Iraqi teen detained in Vienna over alleged Taylor Swift concert attack plot

Austrian authorities have detained an 18-year-old Iraqi national in connection with a suspected plot to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna, according to Austria's Interior Minister, Gerhard Karner. ...

1118. Pyla, Finikoudes, and Mackenzie beaches to get major cleanup

In an ongoing effort to improve Larnaca's tourism offerings and meet the growing expectations of visitors, the Larnaca Tourism Board, in collaboration with the city municipality and hotels in the Pyla tourist area, has launched a thorough beach sand cleanup operation....

1119. Cyprus’ green energy struggles as market changes loom

Cyprus is gearing up for a major shake-up in its electricity market by 2025, but concerns are growing over how this will impact investments in renewable energy....

1120. School forgets 6-year-old on bus after Larnaca trip

A 6-year-old boy was left alone on a bus for an hour and a half after a summer school trip in Larnaca, prompting a police investigation into possible criminal charges....

1121. Norway powers up with the world’s first wireless charging road for EVs (vid)

Get ready to buckle up and plug into the future! Norway has just unveiled its latest electrifying innovation—a wireless charging road for electric vehicles (EVs) in the vibrant city of Trondheim....

1122. Limassol man duped out of €30,000 in cryptocurrency scam

1123. Dubai Airport breaks record with 44.9M passengers in 2024

Dubai International Airport has broken a passenger record for the first half of the year, handling 44.9 million travelers from January to June, an 8% increase from the 41.6 million recorded during the same period in 2023....

1124. Epic Double: Ookla and umlaut rank Epic once again at the top of telecommunications in Cyprus, for its Fixed Internet and Mobile Networks respectively

Epic continues to stand at the top of telecommunications in Cyprus, with two new international awards that are the culmination of its continuous investments in the development of a state-of-the-art, ultra-fast and reliable mobile and fixed internet network, offering an epic communication experience with innovative solutions, continuous evolution, and dedication to excellence....

1125. Pakistani man charged in plot to kill Trump

The Justice Department has charged Asif Merchant, a 46-year-old Pakistani national with alleged links to the Iranian government, for plotting political assassinations targeting former President Donald Trump and other US officials....

1126. Eurobank completes takeover of Hellenic Bank

Eurobank S.A., a subsidiary of Eurobank Ergasias Services and Holdings S.A., has successfully completed its mandatory takeover bid for Hellenic Bank Public Company Limited. ...

1127. 20-year-old arrested for attacking police in late-night incident

Shortly after midnight, Polemidia police officers conducting crime prevention checks in Limassol encountered a 20-year-old man pushing a motorcycle with its engine off. When approached, the man assaulted one officer by pushing him backward....

1128. Cyprus boosts R&D Funding by nearly 20%, spending €138M in 2023

Cyprus significantly boosted its investment in research and development (R&D) in 2023, with government budget allocations rising by 19.8% compared to the previous year, according to new data from Eurostat. This increase is notably higher than the average 5.3% rise observed across the European Union during the same period....

1129. Central Bank revises GDP growth to 3%

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) made a conservative upward revision to the GDP growth rate for 2024, by 0.2 percentage points, to 3%......

1130. FT: Global stock markets tumble amid US recession fears

Global stock markets experienced significant declines on Monday as concerns about a potential US recession led investors to abandon risky assets....

1131. Corruption at the heart of the Cyprus problem

Is there any doubt that corruption is a major reason why the Cyprus problem remains unresolved? A recent example is the Vasiliko case, the construction project of the ''Liquefied Natural Gas Storage and Regasification Terminal'' in Vasiliko....

1132. DISY President urges transparency amid Vasilikos scandal

DISY President Annita Demetriou's call for transparency regarding the Vassilikos scandal carries dual significance. ...

1133. Cypriot and foreign investors keen on Larnaca's €30M Marina project

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis announced significant interest from both Cypriot and foreign investors in the development of the Larnaca marina and port....

1134. Two suspects in Limassol double murder remanded for 8 days

Two men, aged 19 and 23, were remanded for eight days on Friday in connection with a double murder investigation. ...

1135. Ministers allegedly unaware of EU probe into Vasiliko project

The European Commission has launched an investigation into the Vasiliko project, sparking a wave of controversy and finger-pointing among Cyprus officials....

1136. Former Ministers to pay fines after Interconnector tax probe

Fines and fees for former officials linked to Interconnector companies....

1137. Uber to add 100,000 electric cars to its global fleet

Uber has announced a deal to integrate 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) from China's BYD into its global fleet....

1138. Eurobank Cyprus reports €105.7M net profit for H1 2024

Eurobank Cyprus reported a net profit of €105.7 million for the first half of 2024, marking a 16% increase, or €14.9 million, compared to the same period in 2023....

1139. Greece battles major sheep and goat plague in 11 regions

New cases of sheep and goat plague are expected in Greece, with 35 outbreaks already reported across 11 of the country's 13 regions, according to Agriculture Minister Kostas Tsiaras. Movement and slaughter bans will remain in effect next week to curb the spread....

1140. Athens on high alert over possible Israeli target attack

The National Intelligence Service (EYP) and counterterrorism authorities in Greece are on heightened alert after receiving a warning from foreign security services about a potential attack on an Israeli interest in Greece....