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121. The Road to Prosperity

Browsing social media I have recently come across a map showing all the countries with GDP per capita higher than Poland’s back in 1990 and in 2018....

122. E-Kalathi platform set to revolutionize shopping with real-time price comparison

From the 10th of February this year, supermarkets across Cyprus have been participating in a pilot phase of the e-kalathi electronic platform, with plans to roll it out to consumers by March 4. ...

123. Cyprus catches a chill as the 'freeze' snap arrives!

Oh my God! It’s happening. The much-talked about cold snap has finally descended upon Cyprus, with temperatures set to plummet and sending Cypriots into full-on “I can’t feel my toes” mode. ...

124. Brace yourselves, Cyprus – the cold is coming! (But let’s not be too dramatic)

A weak low-pressure system is currently lurking over the island, but don't be fooled—this is just the calm before the mildly apocalyptic chill named CORAL sweeps in from the north....

125. Limassol’s beloved Aris Club temporarily shuttered amid Heroes’ Square revamp

For nearly a century, the Aris Limassol Club has been a staple of the city’s culture—not just as a historic association, but as a beloved tavern serving up some of the best meze in town. ...

126. The Cyprus cabinet's ''romantic'' February 14 meeting

On Friday, February 14th, President of Cyprus called for an emergency Cabinet meeting. Naturally, many assumed it was to discuss Valentine’s Day – flowers, chocolates, etc. – ...

127. 73-year-old woman and daughter lead family-run sex trafficking ring in Athens

In a dramatic operation earlier this week, Greek police, in collaboration with NGOs OUR RESCUE and A21, dismantled a large sex trafficking ring allegedly run by a 73-year-old woman, known only as ''Marina,''...

128. EY: The biggest risks facing Cyprus and governments worldwide

As we move further into 2025, governments around the world, including Cyprus, are facing a range of challenges....

129. Monday blues: Even the weather doesn't feel like trying

If you thought dragging yourself out of bed this morning was tough, brace yourself—the weather seems to be feeling just as moody. Weak low pressure is hovering over the area, much like your will to start the week, and things are only getting gloomier. ...

130. Is Palodeia the future of higher education in Cyprus?

The University of Limassol (UoL), formerly known as CIIM, is set to relocate from central Limassol to Palodeia, as part of a large-scale, mixed-use development led by real estate firm bbf. ...

131. New pediatric oncology clinic to be built in Nicosia

A major step forward for pediatric cancer care in Cyprus was taken on Saturday with the signing of an agreement for the construction of a new Pediatric Oncology Clinic in Nicosia....

132. Serious allegations regarding fuel prices and black market of photovoltaic systems

Marios Drousiotis highlighted an official admission from the Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry confirming consumers' long-standing complaints about human error affecting fuel price monitoring, resulting in inflated prices....

133. In Cyprus schools, a 'frying pan movement' collects cooking oil for fuel

Scientists in Cyprus have enlisted children to help recycle used cooking oil into biofuel, Reuters reported last week....

134. Struggling families at risk of losing homes on government-granted land

Low-income households that received state-owned land to build their first homes now face the real threat of losing their properties to lenders, according to a damning report by the Audit Office of the Republic of Cyprus....

135. Large plots of farmland for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale a large plots of farmland in various areas of Nicosia, Limassol Larnaca and Paphos....

136. The future of STEAM: Amplifying girls’ voices and inspiring change

A landmark event celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in STEAM is set to take place on Saturday, 15 February 2025, at the University of Cyprus, titled "Empowered Futures: Celebrating Girls and Women in STEAM"....

137. DiCarlo’s visit to Cyprus paves the way for Geneva Conference on Cyprus issue

The two-day visit of UN Assistant Secretary-General for Political and Peacekeeping Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo, marked a significant step in the UN’s efforts to organize an international conference on the Cyprus issue, set to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, ...

138. Cyprus weather: A ''winter'' that Europe would envy

While the rest of Europe battles icy winds, sub-zero temperatures, and a constant existential crisis over whether to wear three layers or four, Cyprus is doing its own version of winter—mild, moody, and just dramatic enough to remind us it's still February....

139. Removal of dangerous chemicals from Astrasol begun

The removal of hazardous chemical waste from inside the Astrasol factory in Latsia began yesterday....

140. Pan Dragomir delivers a body-positive message in response to fatphobic comments (VIDEO)

Cypriot radio personality, influencer, and content creator Panayiota Charalambous, known online as @pan.dragomir, recently shared a deeply empowering body-positive video that has captivated fans and followers alike....

141. Call for integrated support system for gifted children

Despo Michaelidou, the Commissioner for the Protection of Children's Rights in Cyprus, has stressed the urgent need for a comprehensive and integrated approach to supporting gifted children....

142. Who is the face behind the new Superhome Center?

The king of cement, Filaretos Kaltsidis, is behind the sale of Superhome DIY....

143. Millions spent, little progress: How Government failures derailed the Paphos-Polis road project

The Paphos-Polis Chrysochous road project has become a financial and legal mess, with millions already spent but little to show for it. Delays, contract disputes, and a legal loophole are holding up the project’s completion,...

144. Cyprus leads EU in migrant departures

Cyprus is leading the way in the EU when it comes to managing migration, ranking first in the ratio of migrant departures to arrivals for 2024, with a surprising 179%. ...

145. Consulco's newest investment opportunity, Compartment C

Consulco, a leading specialist investment manager with a distinguished 30-year history, proudly announces the launch of Compartment C of the LC London Credit AIF V.C.I.C. Public Ltd (“the London Credit Fund”). ...

146. High-rise towers to replace historic KEAN factory in Limassol

147. Simon Aykut allegedly threatened President Christodoulides

Simon Aykut, an Israeli property developer and founder of the controversial Afik Group, is awaiting trial in Cyprus, facing serious accusations that he threatened the country’s president, Nicos Christodoulides. ...

148. Europe at a crossroads: Act now or fade into irrelevance

Cyprus MP Michalis Sophocleous has laid out a stark and urgent vision for the European Union’s future. His recent statement on X is not just a policy wishlist—it’s a call for Europe to wake up before it becomes a relic of the past....

149. And just like that...winter is back!

After a brief taste of spring, Mother Nature has decided she’s not done with the cold just yet. Today starts off nice and calm—mostly clear skies with just a few clouds hanging around, probably deciding whether they want to stay....

150. Consulco's newest investment opportunity, Compartment C

Consulco, a leading specialist investment manager with a distinguished 30-year history, proudly announces the launch of Compartment C of the LC London Credit AIF V.C.I.C. Public Ltd (''the London Credit Fund''). ...