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541. Safety measures ignored as two students injured in school incidents

In light of a recent ban on mobile phones in secondary schools, discussions about student safety have intensified following two serious incidents in schools, ...

542. Racist attack on Indian delivery worker under investigation in Limassol

A 28-year-old Indian food distributor was attacked on Thursday night in what authorities are investigating as a racially motivated assault. The incident occurred around 10:30 PM in the Ayios Athanasios area of Limassol....

543. The New Era of Accounting Services: A Complete Solution for CFOs

Comprehensive Solutions for CFOs in the Modern Accounting Landscape, in the fast-paced business world of today, strategic financial management has become increasingly critical....

544. Goodbye and thanks for all the halloumi!

I depart Cyprus after a little over two years as the British High Commissioner. What are my main reflections?...

545. Hezbollah leader-in-waiting killed in Israeli airstrike

Hezbollah has confirmed the death of Hashem Safieddine, a high-ranking official and heir apparent to its current leader Hassan Nasrallah, following an Israeli airstrike. ...

546. Putin urges Dollar ditch, but asks summit guests for Dollars and Euros

Russian President Vladimir Putin is leading efforts to reduce global reliance on the US dollar by promoting "de-dollarization" at a summit with over 20 world leaders. ...

547. Antonio Costa’s visit is a pivotal step in EU support for Cyprus negotiations

The upcoming visit of Antonio Costa, the newly elected President of the European Council, to Cyprus is poised to play a significant role in the resumption of negotiations on the longstanding Cyprus problem. ...

548. Can AI get goosebumps?

At this year’s Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, tech enthusiasts and industry leaders gathered to hear from an inspiring speaker: Robbie Stamp, a notable producer and advocate for ethical artificial intelligence....

549. Cyprus talks at crossroads: Is the 'end of the road' near?

The recent dinner in New York served as a reminder that, in the cynical world of international negotiations, continuing the process for its own sake remains, methodologically, the way to avoid declaring an impasse...

550. Cyprus' EU nominee under fire for waste management scandal

Costas Kadis, Cyprus' nominee for EU Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, is facing criticism over his handling of a controversial waste management scandal ahead of his November 6 hearing before the European Parliament's Fisheries Committee....

551. Guterres shifts Cyprus talks towards a 'confederation'

At an informal dinner last Tuesday in New York, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres subtly introduced a new approach to the Cyprus problem, one that moves beyond the long-standing frameworks of a bizonal, bicommunal federation...

552. UN’s plan for expanded Cyprus talks faces delays ahead of 2025 elections

The outcome of the informal dinner in New York, besides the attempt to intensify efforts to resolve the seven-year stalemate in the Cyprus issue, further underscored—especially with the statements from Christodoulides and Tatar after their return from the U.S.—the differing circumstances faced by the two leaders at a tactical level. ...

553. Secrets to building winning teams in the digital era

At this year’s Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, held in Nicosia, Beth Davies, a renowned expert in talent management and company culture, took center stage to share her insights on the future of work....

554. David Rowan: Why Cyprus can become a hub for AI innovation

David Rowan, the founding editor of WIRED UK, captivated the audience at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024 with his bold vision of how emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), will reshape the future of business and society....

555. IDF confirms death of Hamas leader Sinwar

Israeli forces announced Thursday night that they had killed Yahya Sinwar, Hamas's Gaza leader and mastermind of the October 7 attack on southern Israel, during a firefight in Rafah, southern Gaza. The operation occurred on Wednesday, though Sinwar’s identity was only confirmed later through DNA testing....

556. Israel probes possible death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza strike

The Israeli military said it is investigating whether Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas in Gaza since 2017, was killed during its operations. ...

557. Italy’s migrant transfer deal with Albania gains EU support

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni feels vindicated in her approach to immigration, as a recent agreement with Albania is emerging as a "model" that several EU member states are now openly discussing, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. ...

558. Cyprus tops Europe in lawyers but struggles with court delays

Cyprus leads Europe with the highest number of lawyers per capita, with 505 lawyers per 100,000 residents, far above the European average, according to a new Council of Europe report....

559. 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....

560. Cyprus' infrastructure shines as MED9 Summit boosts tourism

561. Cyprus leaders to discuss new border crossings after UN-backed dinner

Cyprus’ rival leaders have agreed to continue informal talks in an expanded format involving the three guarantor powers, the U.N. announced after a meeting hosted by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres....

562. Cyprus leaders to hold broader UN talks on peace process

Cyprus President, Nikos Christodoulides, and Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, have agreed to have an informal meeting in a broader format in the near future, under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, to discuss the way forward......

563. Close to 60% of Turkish Cypriots want a settlement

A recent survey conducted in September by the CMIRS Centre for Migration, Identity, and Rights Studies in the northern part of Cyprus found that 59% of Turkish Cypriots favor a settlement to the ongoing Cyprus problem,...

564. 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). ...

565. 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....

566. Tatar and Christodoulides meet in New York as UN pushes for Cyprus solution

In a key development in the stalled Cyprus reunification talks, President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar are set to meet informally with U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday. This marks the first significant diplomatic engagement in nearly eight years....

567. Joseph Borghese Receives Prestigious Award at UK Parliament

Joseph Borghese, Chairman and CEO of Borghese Multi-Family Office, was recognized with the ''Global Excellence in Leadership Award for Enhancing Investment and Mergers & Acquisitions'' at a ceremony held at the Palace of Westminster. ...

568. European Court ruling hits Cyprus over refugee return case

The past week has been a striking blow to the politics of Nikos Nouris, his supporters, and potential successors....

569. Taavi Rõivas on why AI is the future of government

Taavi Rõivas, Estonia’s former Prime Minister, visited Cyprus for the Digital Agenda Summit 2024, where he was invited to speak about Estonia’s pioneering journey in creating a fully digitized government....

570. Tesla’s hiring secret: Mindset over skills, says Beth Davies in Digital Agenda interview

Beth Davies, former development director at Tesla, Gap, Apple, and Microsoft, spoke to "K" about talent attraction strategies employed by leading tech companies. ...