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151. Venice introduces entry fee for day trippers

In a move aimed at tackling over-tourism, Venice, Italy, has unveiled new regulations for 2024, including restrictions on tour group sizes and the introduction of a €5 entry fee for day-trippers....

152. Meet ''e-kofini'', a tool to lift veil on food prices

The Ministry of Agriculture is gearing up to unveil a cutting-edge digital tool aimed at bringing greater transparency to the often murky world of agricultural product pricing....

153. Mykonos faces tourism crisis amid declining numbers

Despite promising signs for other parts of the country as regards the number of flights and seat bookings for the 2024 tourism season, Mykonos is seeing a decline in both indices for the second year in a row. ...

154. Cyprus boasts second largest EU-born resident share

Cyprus had the third largest share of foreign-born residents among EU countries (22.7%), and more specifically the second largest share of residents born in another EU country (10.6%) in 2023, according to data released by Eurostat....

155. 35 countries join hands for 'Amalthea' plan

Following the successful delivery of humanitarian aid by the NGO ''World Central Kitchen'' through Cyprus, and the activation of the humanitarian corridor ''Amalthea'' by sea in Cyprus, ...

156. Paris Olympics rekindles condom tradition in athletes' village

As Paris gears up for this summer's Olympic Games, organizers are reinstating a longstanding tradition: distributing condoms in the athletes' village. ...

157. Surging numbers of illegal residents deported in 2024

The Cyprus Police announced on Sunday that a total of 2,247 individuals, found to be residing illegally in Cyprus, have been deported or repatriated from the Republic of Cyprus territory in 2024 until March 8....

158. Cyprus sees record 4,388 new voters joining European elections

To date a total of 4,388 new voters have been registered to vote for the June 9 elections, of which 1,386 concern Europeans residing in Cyprus for the forthcoming local administration elections. There were also 34 applications from Europeans for the European elections. ...

159. Greek Minister partners with 'Queer Destinations' to boost LGBT tourism

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Queer Destinations tourism company on Thursday to promote Greece as a friendly destination for LGBTQ+ people. ...

160. EU lawmakers want drivers to pass medical exams every 15 years

European Union lawmakers are debating whether to require drivers to pass medical exams every 15 years to keep their licences, a proposal that has sparked backlash in France....

161. Cypriots saving less as loan numbers fluctuate

In January 2024, the total deposits in Cyprus reached €51.9 billion, experiencing a net decrease of €366.0 million compared to the previous month....

162. Strike in Greece leaves passengers stranded on 33 flights

Thirty three flights to Greece (16 arrivals and 17 departures) are impacted by tomorrow's strike of air traffic controllers in Greece. The flights concern destinations Athens and Thessaloniki....

163. Cyprus tourism faces headwinds in 2024

According to an article by Maria Eracleous published in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki, the tourism sector in Cyprus is grappling with a challenging start to 2024, primarily attributed to the ongoing conflict in Israel and heightened price sensitivity impacting travel demand....

164. Cyprus and Greece report lowest EU foreign investment

Eurostat's latest data sheds light on the intricate dynamics of foreign involvement in the European Union's economy. ...

165. EU radio stats: 30,000 jobs, €4B revenue

About 30,000 persons were employed by radio broadcasting enterprises across the European Union in 2022, with these enterprises recording a net turnover......

166. Christodoulides faces declining ratings amid citizen discontent

Marina Economidou, Director of 'Kathimerini,' has commented on the recent poll results indicating a decline in the ratings of President Nikos Christodoulides. ...

167. Minister highlights smallest resident population at Pournara

The outlook for Cyprus in relation to migration is positive, as in 2023 a 46% reduction in irregular migrant applications and a 66% increase in returns have been achieved, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou said on Wednesday....

168. Consulco’s London Credit Fund continues to grow

London Credit Fund, Consulco Group’s successful alternative investment fund, continues its dynamic growth....

169. Is dining out turning luxurious?

It's no secret that our favorite cafes and fast-food joints are becoming increasingly expensive, leaving a bitter taste in the mouths of consumers. The recent surge in prices, fueled by the relentless march of inflation, is reshaping our spending habits and challenging our wallets....

170. Cabinet approves €17M sponsorship scheme for business energy upgrades

The Cabinet has approved Mr. George Papastasiou's proposal, the Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, regarding the grants initiative aimed at enhancing upgrades and strengthening the competitive edge of major enterprises....

171. Biden praises job growth, declares US economy 'strongest in the world'

President Joe Biden lauded the robust jobs report released on Friday, touting it as evidence of the United States possessing the world's strongest economy....

172. Spain urges Morocco to stem transit asylum claims amidst rising numbers

The Spanish government has formally requested Morocco's cooperation in preventing Senegalese passport holders, lacking a Schengen visa in the past two years, from boarding flights with layovers in Spain until February 19. ...

173. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

174. Beyond the comfort zone for sustainable growth

The comfort zone, an imaginary haven of safety and certainty, doesn't always foster growth....

175. Showers and storms sweep through the island

Hello islanders! Get ready for a weather rollercoaster today. Clouds are making a grand entrance in the east, bringing along some spontaneous showers and a hint of thunder, especially up northeast....

176. Cyprus ranks fourth in EU for cars per capita, exceeding average

In 2022, Cyprus ranked as the country with the fourth-highest number of passenger cars per population, boasting 658 cars per 1000 inhabitants, significantly surpassing the EU average of 560 vehicles per 1000 inhabitants, according to Eurostat, the statistical service of the European Union....

177. Cyprus backs UN resolution condemning Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping

The Cypriot registry seems to remain unaffected for the time being by the latest developments in the Red Sea......

178. Can Cyprus withstand yet another crisis?

The recent Houthi attacks on commercial vessels navigating the Red Sea have triggered another disturbance in the intricate web of the global supply chain...

179. Cyprus shines with 20% tourism surge!

In a burst of post-pandemic enthusiasm, Cyprus shines as the EU's tourism star, celebrating an impressive 20% surge in 2023 – a dazzling spectacle second only to a breathtaking fireworks display!...

180. Ever wonder how happy people are in Cyprus?

Ever wonder how happy people are in Cyprus? Well, they recently gave their overall life satisfaction a score of 7.2 out of 10, according to Eurostat, the statistical service of the European Union. That's pretty close to the EU average, which stands at 7.1....