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361. City of Dreams Mediterranean partners with Cablenet

362. Vegan Fam Festival 2023: Embrace life, sustainably

In an eagerly anticipated announcement, the Vegan Fam Festival, hailed as Cyprus' largest eco-festival, is set to make its triumphant return for the third consecutive year. ...

363. Sweden shines as Europe's top eco-friendly destination

Sweden is Europe’s most sustainable travel destination, the new Sustainable Travel Index for 2023 by Euromonitor International has shown....

364. Pig kidney thrives in brain-dead man for a month

A pig’s kidney transplanted by surgeons into a brain-dead man has continued to function normally for more than a month – a critical step toward an operation the New York team hopes to eventually try in living patients....

365. Money blues: Why's the economy going South?

"Currency developments validate predictions made some time ago. The high interest rate environment will be a new reality accompanying us for several years," former Minister of Finance Constantinos Petrides stated in a post on the platform 'X'....

366. Cyprus faces deceleration amid inflation and rising rates

Cyprus' economy experienced a slowdown in the second quarter of 2023, prompting inquiries about the situation. According to the preliminary estimate provided by the Statistical Service, ...

367. Lionesses roar to victory as England reaches FIFA Women's World Cup Final

The Lionesses have a chance to become world champions after a dramatic 3-1 victory over Australia on their home turf....

368. GDP alert: Economic storm brewing?

Former Minister of Finance, Konstantinos Petrides, comments on the GDP results for the 2nd quarter with five observations....

369. Cabinet to decide on flexible working in Cyprus public sector

The Council of Ministers is poised to make a decision regarding proposed flexible working arrangements in the public sector this August, according to Maria Kleanthous, First Officer and Head of the Human Resources Management and Labour Relations Section of the Department of Public Administration and Personnel. The move comes as part of the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan, with a target completion date set for the close of 2024....

370. Tourism's dynamic future: Adapting to change from within

It's something we've heard many times from tourism authorities, that 2019 should no longer be used as a point of reference for tourism....

371. The controversy surrounding the mobile traffic cams

The introduction of photo enforcement cameras was met with skepticism from citizens right from the start....

372. Havana Calling: Cuban Night at Le Sundeck Robuchon

This August 15th, prepare yourselves for a celebration out of the ordinary with the sounds and taste of the Caribbean. Le Sundeck Robuchon, the lounge bar in the heart of the commercial zone of Ayia Napa Marina, is getting ready for another magical music evening and on Tuesday, August 15th, it will take you on an express trip to Cuba! ...

373. BOC reports €220 million profit for first half of 2023

Bank of Cyprus Group has reported a robust profit after tax of €220 million for the first half of 2023, a significant leap from the €43 million recorded in the same period of 2022. Notably, €125 million of these profits were achieved in the second quarter of 2023....

374. Smartphones out, learning in

According to a recent UN report, smartphones should be prohibited in schools worldwide as a measure to address student distraction, enhance learning outcomes, and safeguard children from online bullying....

375. Tourism sets record revenue with fewer arrivals

The latest data on tourism revenues for the month of May has brought encouraging news for the tourism sector, signaling positive effects on the Cypriot economy....

376. Pfizer's value sinks $144B on COVID changes

Pfizer has lost $88billion in market share and $144billion in value since its market peak in just one year as the drugmaker suffers a major hangover from the success of its COVID vaccine....

377. Dua Lipa's 'Levitating' sued in court

Dua Lipa’s hit song ‘Levitating’ is back in court....

378. Cyprus universities earn impressive global rankings

The countdown begins for the new academic year 2023-2024, and university helplines are buzzing with inquiries about registrations, place reservations, and freshmen curriculums. By the end of this month, the allocation of freshmen to universities will be clarified, as the Ministry of Education expects around 3,000 candidates...

379. Melco Announces Unaudited Second Quarter 2023 Earnings

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (Nasdaq: MLCO), operator of City of Dreams Mediterranean and Cyprus Casinos (“C2”), reported its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended 30 June 2023....

380. Heartfelt farewell to celebrities of 2023

The year 2023 has witnessed the passing of several iconic celebrities, leaving behind indelible marks in the realms of film, television, and music....

381. Greek wildfires lead to flight cancellations

Raging wildfires on the Greek island of Rhodes have sparked the evacuation of around 2,000 tourists from its resorts....

382. Farewell to an icon: Legendary singer Tony Bennett passes away at 96

Renowned performer Tony Bennett, known for his unique interpretations of the "Great American Songbook," passed away on Friday at the age of 96....

383. Cabinet announces members of Advisory Council

The Council of Ministers, chaired by President Nicos Christodoulides, convened today at the Presidential Palace. Following the meeting, Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis informed reporters of the Council's decision to appoint the following individuals as members of the Advisory Council:...

384. Cyprus' double triumph: Historic gold in European Athletics and bronze in Olympic sailing

Cyprus celebrated a historic gold medal at the European Athletics Under-23 Championships held in Espoo, Finland from July 13 to 16. Elena Kulitsenko, representing Cyprus, delivered an outstanding performance in the women's high jump final, securing the gold with her highest jump at 1.91m....

385. Shake those summertime blues with a fun packed weekend

Looking for a thrilling weekend filled with entertainment options? This summer, you're in luck! From captivating theatre performances to electrifying music events and lively parties, there's no shortage of exciting activities to choose from....

386. France showcases strength and diplomacy on Bastille Day

France celebrates its fête nationale every year with fireworks, concerts, and an extravagant military parade down the Champs-Élysées in the presence of the president, a bevy of politicians, and often a foreign head of state as an honored guest....

387. Desperation or strategy? The drugged soldiers of Russia

Russia has taken to chemically lowering its soldiers' inhibitions to guarantee these ill-trained civilians and convicts continue to fight no matter the odds in the ongoing war in Ukraine, according to a UK defense think tank....

388. Double the number of tourist transfers to the occupied territories

The arrival of 11 tourists in Cyprus, through the country's legal airports, and then a number of them arriving in the occupied areas, is not a daily phenomenon....

389. Loan demand in Cyprus falls, interest rates rise

The Cypriot banking institutions are holding a small basket for demand in new loans....

390. Ministry of Culture to launch 'Kypria' pilot for art festivals

We have fully entered the summer, and the eagerly awaited cultural events have either begun or will soon begin. ...