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541. Is home really the best office?

Working remotely has its advantages, but there's growing evidence to support what many managers have long suspected: Fully remote workers are less productive....

542. The controversy surrounding the mobile traffic cams

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

543. 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....

544. Cyprus advances in US visa waiver but challenges persist

Robert Paschall, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Affairs at the US Department of Homeland Security, recently visited Cyprus and discussed the country's aspirations to join the Visa Waiver Program (VWP)....

545. Cyprus sees population surge: 9.9% growth in a decade!

Cyprus' population recorded an increase of 9.9% in the period between 2011 and 2021, according to the preliminary results of the Census of Population and Housing 2021, published by the Statistical Service on Friday....

546. Cyprus hotels expect August rebound, 85%-90% occupancy forecasted

The occupancy of hotels in July was between 80%-85% and better results are expected for August, when occupancy rates could reach 85%-90% the Head of the Cyprus Hotels Association (PASYXE) Thanos Michaelides told the Cyprus News Agency....

547. 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....

548. 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....

549. International aid rushed to tackle wildfire in mountain communities

A wildfire that ignited between the communities of Korfi, Alassa, and Iasa at noon on Sunday continues to rage out of control, posing a severe threat to the region. The fire has led to evacuations and widespread smoke, reaching as far as the city of Limassol itself. ...

550. Cyprus leads the way in EU internet accessibility

Recent statistics shared by Eurostat, the statistical service of the EU, highlight Cyprus as one of the countries with the lowest percentage of people unable to afford an internet connection in the EU....

551. Eurobank Cyprus reports soaring profits amid rising interest rates

Eurobank Cyprus posted soaring profitability after tax for the first half of 2023 with net profits approaching the profitability of full year 2022, due to rising interest rates and the high remuneration of its liquidity held at the ECB....

552. Camera car driver caught in unexpected drug test

Positive in a preliminary drug test, a mobile camera driver was detected yesterday, Tuesday (01/08), in Limassol....

553. Interior Minister says barbed wire plan 'impractical and politically risky'

In a recent statement, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou deemed the idea of placing barbed wire along the Green Line to handle migrant flows as practically impossible and politically dangerous. ...

554. Greek PM honors Cyprus' heroes

On October 11th and 12th, the first intergovernmental meeting between Cyprus and Greece was held in Greece. President Nikos Christodoulides and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced this after concluding their meeting at the Presidential Palace....

555. Patients endure extended waits for beds amidst shortage

An elderly patient who suffered a stroke had to endure a grueling wait for a hospital bed at Pafos General Hospital's Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on Saturday, 22nd July....

556. 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....

557. Uber driver saves over $1,000 monthly with Tesla

Wesley Johnson, 64, uses the income he earns as a San Francisco Uber driver to offer some financial support to his four children and seven grandchildren. ...

558. Motorcycle chase ends in drug arrest

On Monday afternoon, the Paphos Police arrested a 29-year-old man for illegal drug possession and various traffic violations....

559. Are European cruise amenities overrated?

The beauty of European cruises has been so inviting for thousands of tourists every year, promising an unforgettable experience of traveling around the continent, which is so diverse and breathtaking....

560. A long journey always begins with a small step

The many crises the EU has been facing recently should not let us forget the ongoing pain caused by the open wound of Cyprus’ division....

561. Experts confront the menace of feline coronavirus

562. ChatGPT's rise sparks academic debates

ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence software based on advanced language models, capable of generating texts from corresponding programs, was put into use....

563. Moggy wins ''Cat of the Year'' award

A cat who has become invaluable to his deaf owner by ''hearing'' for her has been voted National Cat of the Year....

564. Cyprus-Argentina relations strengthened at CELAC

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides met with Argentine President Alberto Fernández during the second day of the EU-CELAC Summit in Brussels on Tuesday. The meeting focused on two key topics: the forthcoming opening of a Cypriot embassy in Buenos Aires and the celebration of Argentina's 60th anniversary of participation in UNFICYP....

565. President exudes ''cautious optimism'' for Cyprus problem resolution

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides conveyed "cautious optimism" after being briefed by EU leaders at the EU-Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) summit. The discussions with Turkish President Tayip Erdogan during the NATO meeting in Vilnius were among the key topics discussed....

566. Varosha hotels now accepting bookings for 2025

The latest developments in Varosha have been brought to light by Yeni Bakis newspaper. ...

567. Banking on success: Greek and Cypriot banks show remarkable credit improvement

Fitch Ratings released a new report on Monday stating that the credit profiles of Greek and Cypriot banks have significantly improved over the past year due to de-risking and restructuring....

568. Results of Aphrodite drilling expected this August

The confirmatory drilling A3 in the Aphrodite reservoir was completed last week, stated Minister of Energy Giorgos Papadopoulos on Monday, noting that there seems to be positive news....

569. Pseudo-gov't pushes forward with controversial marina project in Varosha

The self-declared pseudo-government in the occupied areas has made a decision to proceed with the construction of a marina intended for private boats and tourism development in Varosha, an area belonging to the Republic of Cyprus....

570. Cablenet partners with Salesforce and Tech Mahindra

Cablenet is excited to announce its partnership with Salesforce and Tech Mahindra, which has led to the launch of a cutting-edge Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. ...