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1231. Europeans have grown weary of welcoming asylum seekers

Negotiations for the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum are nearing completion, set to be finalized this month. Contrary to expectations, the pact is anticipated to exacerbate rather than remedy the EU's asylum and reception challenges....

1232. Greece sends aid to Cyprus amidst refugee concerns

In response to Cyprus' request for assistance through the European Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM), Greece swiftly dispatched humanitarian aid to bolster the island nation's preparedness for potential increased refugee inflows originating from the Middle East....

1233. Cyprus on edge as UNFICYP peacekeepers attacked in buffer zone

Four months ago, in late August, UNFICYP peacekeepers faced a violent attack within the buffer zone in Pyla by a group of Turkish Cypriots....

1234. Protecting citizens' information in Cyprus under scrutiny

The water leak at the Ministry of Finance in Cyprus has exposed broader issues in the country's digital services, raising concerns about both physical infrastructure protection and the safeguarding of citizens' data....

1235. 570 buses grounded after Aglantzia blaze

The incident last Friday (01/12), where a fire broke out in the school bus engine in Aglantzia, prompted the Ministry of Transport and stakeholders to hold meetings over the weekend....

1236. Olives harvested, memories revived

Going to the newspaper offices on Friday, I noticed in the area of Egomi some workers picking olives on a remaining parcel of land in the area....

1237. Eerie 'witch bottles' surface along gulf of Mexico

Jace Tunnell, a researcher, has stumbled upon eight enigmatic 'witch bottles' along the Gulf of Mexico since 2017, some adorned with barnacles from prolonged ocean exposure....

1238. Israel's 'Gospel' AI raises alarms in Gaza strikes

In the ongoing conflict with Hamas, Israel's military has taken a tech-forward approach, deploying an AI-based target-creation platform known as ''the Gospel.''...

1239. Nicosia takes measures as status quo violation escalates in Agios Dometios

What began last Monday, inside the buffer zone in Agios Dometios with the installation of a camera in an abandoned house, continued on Wednesday with the presence of Turkish military forces....

1240. Nicosia school bus engulfed in flames

A harrowing incident unfolded on Friday morning (01/12) in Aglantzia as a school bus carrying students became engulfed in flames near the Filoxenia Conference Centre, prompting a rapid deployment of fire and police services....

1241. Cyprus faces surging fox population

The fox population in Cyprus is increasing this year with its presence being felt both in the countryside and in the city centers....

1242. Kissinger and us

Henry Alfred Kissinger (1923-2023) undeniably stood as one of the leading figures in American foreign policy and diplomacy....

1243. Developer's double plea amidst partially frozen road project in Akamas

None of those who attended the meeting of the Environment Committee left any wiser about what is happening in the projects that have been carried out in recent months for the first phase of improvement of part of the road network of the Akamas National Forest Park....

1244. Ministry fails to convene meeting on halloumi issue since October

Since the end of October, there has been a lack of action from the Ministry of Agriculture regarding the halloumi issue, despite assurances given during a parliamentary meeting. ...

1245. 18 linked to Pournara events deported, 11 in line for expulsion

1246. Minister Procopiou demands severe punishment for traffickers

Minister of Justice and Public Order, Anna Koukkides-Procopiou said emphasis should be placed in severe punishment for traffickers. ...

1247. Cyprus allocates 65M euros for diverse tourism initiatives in 2024

The National Tourism Strategy's update has recently concluded, announced by Deputy Minister Kostas Koumis, known as "K." This undertaking commenced shortly after his assumption of office in March 2023, with an initial target to finalize it by the year's end. ...

1248. Government achieves historic 50% drop in asylum applications

There is a 50% reduction in the period March-October 2023 in new asylum applications compared to the 2022 corresponding period, the Interior Ministry said on Tuesday, noting at the same time that for the first time, the overall balance of arrivals-returns presents a positive picture, and Cyprus is now ranking in the first places among European states in absolute numbers of returns....

1249. Bank of Cyprus returns to London for investment talks

Just two months after its last visit to the heart of investment interest, the Bank of Cyprus is making waves again in London....

1250. Unusual military helicopter activity raises eyebrows (video)

In recent times, the residents of Polis Chrysochous and other areas of Akamas have been witnessing daily military helicopter flights. ...

1251. Turkish soldiers shout and curse in wake of Agios Dometios incident

The mayor of Agios Dometios, Mr. Kostas Petrou, spoke to 24news about the serious incident involving the violation of the buffer zone by the Turkish army on Monday afternoon (27/11)....

1252. Mega investments and unanswered questions

In the realm of business expansions and openings, an intriguing anomaly surfaces—the apparent lack of foresight. Take, for instance, multi-million investments requiring a substantial workforce. ...

1253. The rising tide of nationalism

The Netherlands and Argentina represent two additional victories in the surge of populism and nationalism that the world has witnessed over the past decade....

1254. Ministry's robust €65.2M budget signals ambitious 2024 plans

At 65.2 million euros, the proposed budget of the Ministry of Tourism for 2024 surpasses previous years, accounting for initial budgets and excluding additional expenditures....

1255. No plans to cut interest rates amid inflation worries

The perspective advocated by many young individuals, endorsing a declaration of victory over inflation, is articulated by Dr. Jensen, the president of the German Bundesbank....

1256. First Pyla, now Agios Dometios

The actions of the occupation authorities within the buffer zone appear to be following a pattern, aiming to challenge the status quo and create a fait accompli. ...

1257. Education minister pushing for all day schools

The Ministry of Education in Cyprus, led by Minister Athena Michaelidou, is on a mission to supercharge the all-day school scene. The goal? Give kids more time to learn and develop skills in a school setting....

1258. €620M blueprint for transformative projects

The overall projects, totaling almost €620 million, are outlined in the Ministry of Internal Affairs Budget....

1259. Cyprus cracks down as 233 illegal residents repatriated last Saturday

A total of 233 persons who resided illegally in Cyprus, departed the country within a week (18-25/11/2023), as part of Police efforts for the return of third-country nationals to their countries of origin....

1260. Cyprus proposes lifeline to Gaza in 'Amalthea' project

The debate on the humanitarian corridor in Gaza, from Cypriot territory within the context of the 'Amalthea' project, represents Cyprus' attempt to assert 'flag projection' and a broader diplomatic role in the evolving situation in the Middle East sub-system post-October 7....