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241. Transparency concerns cloud EU vote on Ursula von der Leyen's presidency

The political fate of Ursula von der Leyen hangs in the balance today as 720 Members of the European Parliament convene in Strasbourg at 1 p.m. local time......

242. France accused of 'racist discrimination' over Olympic hijab ban

France is under fire for barring its athletes from wearing hijabs at the upcoming Paris Olympics, a move critics call 'racist gender discrimination'....

243. Cyprus plans solar panels for National Guard by 2027

Cyprus will begin installing solar panels in National Guard camps and other facilities starting in September, aiming for completion by 2027, according to Defense Minister Vassilis Palmas. ...

244. Jamie Dimon eyed for treasury secretary by Trump

Former President Donald Trump stated in an interview with Bloomberg that he has no intention of removing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell from his position before Powell's term concludes....

245. July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd: Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

246. US and Israel fund far-right groups blocking Gaza aid

Under U.S. pressure, Israel has pledged to deliver substantial humanitarian aid to Gaza....

247. Cyprus and Greece commit to Eastern Med security

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stressed the joint commitment of Cyprus and Greece to make every possible effort to maintain peace, security, stability and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean......

248. Cyprus seeks EU support to keep youth in countryside

Cyprus is seeking support from the European Union in its efforts to bring about the demographic regeneration of its rural areas, Minister for Agriculture Maria Panayiotou......

249. Trump chooses JD Vance as Vice President for 2024

Donald Trump announced Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his vice-presidential running mate on Monday, marking the start of the Republican National Convention....

250. 50 years since the 1974 coup in Cyprus

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the July 15, 1974, coup d'état in Cyprus, orchestrated by the junta regime in Athens with the participation of EOKA B'....

251. Cyprus surges in high-speed internet and tech jobs

Cyprus is making notable progress in its digital transformation, with coverage of very high capacity networks (VHCN) reaching 77.1% in 2023, a 28.5% increase from the previous year, according to the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy....

252. Biden mistakenly calls Zelensky ''Putin'' at NATO event (video)

President Joe Biden mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as President Putin of Russia during a NATO event Thursday, just hours before facing a high-stakes press conference where his every word will be closely scrutinized....

253. Study reveals pros and cons of Great Sea Interconnector

Cyprus' Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry, George Papanastasiou, announced on Thursday that the comprehensive cost-benefit study for the Cyprus-Greece (Crete) electricity interconnection, known as the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI),...

254. Cyprus faces growing threat from drug-resistant bugs: Is there hope?

In a bid to tackle a global health challenge, Cyprus is ramping up efforts to reduce the use of antibiotics in its livestock sector. This initiative comes as antimicrobial resistance poses a serious threat worldwide, leading to millions of deaths annually....

255. Cyprus grapples with energy future amid interconnector debate

The Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (CERA) has summoned ADMIE, the country's electricity grid operator, for a crucial meeting on July 15 to discuss new data that could potentially alter a decision barring charges to Cypriot consumers ahead of the Great Sea Interconnector project's implementation....

256. Cyprus remains a strong innovator in European rankings

Cyprus maintains its position as a Strong Innovator in the European Innovation Scoreboard for the 3rd consecutive year, the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy said on Monday....

257. 'Dangerous populism'

Last month, Nikos Christodoulides opened a tough front with the United Nations, raising questions about his intentions and concerns about the political implications of his bravado...

258. Cyprus charts course for 2025 budget surplus

President Nikos Christodoulides announced during a Cabinet meeting on Monday that the government is on track to achieve a budget surplus for the fiscal year 2025....

259. Macron's gamble averts far-right but leaves France in political instability

In a surprising turn of events following French President Emmanuel Macron's call for snap elections, France's left-wing alliance has emerged victorious, securing 182 seats and pushing the far-right into third place....

260. Cyprus President meets business leaders on HR, energy, and tax

261. Greece bucks trend with six-day work week

Greece has introduced a six-day working week for certain businesses in an effort to increase productivity and employment, according to a report by CNBC. ...

262. Reflect Festival highlights traffic and housing challenges in Limassol

The recent Reflect Festival brought forth crucial discussions on pivotal issues affecting Limassol, prominently featuring traffic congestion and housing shortages as central topics. ...

263. Politico: Is Brexit's peak over? UK faces calls to rejoin EU

British voters are gearing up for their first post-EU general election this Thursday, marking a significant milestone since Brexit....

264. CBC to keep dividends low despite bank profits

The increased profitability of Cypriot banks, will not affect the supervisory authorities’ views over the necessity to maintain a prudent policy with respect to banks’ dividend payments, the Central Bank of Cyprus said in its annual report for 2023, published on Wednesday....

265. ''Cyprus prepared for Lebanon conflict fallout,'' says Kombos

A possible spillover of the conflict in Lebanon would have catastrophic consequences, Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Tuesday......

266. How France's nationalist shift could shape Cyprus' future

In France, the prospect of nationalists potentially clinching a decisive majority in the upcoming parliamentary elections has stirred apprehension in Brussels and Berlin....

267. President announces €10 Million boost for Cyprus tourism

President Nikos Christodoulides announced a €10 million increase in the 2025 budget for the Deputy Ministry of Tourism to enhance Cyprus's international promotion....

268. Visually impaired paralympian blocked from competing due to UK guide dog policy

A Paralympic swimmer set to compete in this summer’s Games says his career is at risk after post-Brexit policy changes barred him from flying in and out of the UK with his guide dog....

269. New government website allows you to track projects live

The new website, www.diakivernisi.gov.cy, is a platform where all citizens can stay informed about the implementation of the government's initiatives. It was presented a few days ago by the Deputy Minister to the President, Irene Piki....

270. Government launches 10 new digital Civil Registry services

The creation of online services for the benefit of citizens is a high priority for the government, said Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou on Thursday during a joint press conference with Deputy Minister......