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1. Cyprus’ tech boom boosts the economy by €7 Billion

For years, Cyprus’ economy leaned heavily on tourism and professional services, but the rapid rise of technology companies is reshaping the island’s financial landscape....

2. End of an era: Manchester United to leave Old Trafford after 115 years

Manchester United has officially announced plans to move out of Old Trafford, their home for the past 115 years, and build a brand-new, state-of-the-art stadium next door. The proposed 100,000-seater venue will become the largest football stadium in the UK....

3. Bank of Cyprus cancels plan to sell JCC Payment Systems

The process for the sale of JCC Payment Systems has been halted, bringing an end to the deal between JCC and Euronet that had been under consideration since the summer of 2024....

4. Sklavenitis reopens first renovated Papantoniou supermarket in Engomi

The Pappantoniou supermarket in Engomi has undergone a complete renovation and will reopen its doors in early March under the new name Sklavenitis....

5. Parallel projects on Tseriou Ave cause confusion amid €33M overhaul

The redevelopment of Tseriou Avenue consists of two parallel projects, creating confusion in the area and significant inconvenience for shopkeepers and residents....

6. Hotels cannot retain guest ID copies, Commissioner warns

7. Cyprus ends gas exploration in blocks 2, 3, and 9 after unsuccessful results

The exploitation licences in blocks 2, 3 and 9 of the Cyprus Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) have expired and have not been renewed, as the exploration did not show exploitable natural gas deposits, Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry George Papanastasiou confirmed to the Cyprus News Agency (CYPE)....

8. Finally! The night we've all been waiting for! (No, not Eurovision)

Finally! The night we've all been waiting for. Tonight at 7 p.m., Cyprus will witness a grand moment—not the Eurovision finals, but something equally thrilling (or so we’re told)....

9. Abu Dhabi’s PureHealth expands into Cyprus

Cypriot citizens may soon see noticeable changes in their healthcare services following a significant acquisition deal involving PureHealth, an Abu Dhabi-based healthcare company....

10. Lidl strengthens its international commitment to conscious nutrition together with WWF

Lidl is advancing its commitment to conscious nutrition by further aligning its product range with the Planetary Health Diet (PHD)1 by 2050. By 2030, Lidl will increase the proportion of plant-based foods sold, such as plant-based protein sources, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, by 20 percent compared to 2022. As the first retailer to apply WWF’s methodology across all 31 Lidl countries with stores, Lidl brings transparency to its offerings across all food groups, empowering customers to make more environmentally conscious and healthier choices. To address global challenges, like climate change, biodiversity loss and diet-related diseases we need to transform our food system2....

11. Greece to launch 22 'Onassis Public Schools' in disadvantaged areas

The Greek government, in collaboration with the Onassis Foundation, is launching 22 ''Onassis Public Schools'' to bring transformative changes to public education in underprivileged areas....

12. First Cypriot appointed to helm global shipping powerhouse

The appointment of a Cypriot as Secretary General/CEO of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is a major vote of confidence in the Cypriot shipping industry....

13. Detainee escapes as officer claims guard duty wasn't in his contract

The Cyprus Police Association (CPA) issued a statement addressing the recent escape of a detainee under police guard, firmly defending the Contracted Special Police Officer (CPS) involved. ...

14. Cyprus risks losing grip on 'interconnector' amid French power move

A reported agreement between Greece’s ADMIE and French investment fund Meridiam could alter the energy landscape of the Eastern Mediterranean, especially for Cyprus....

15. French investment powers up Cyprus-Greece electricity link with €1.9B deal

A significant agreement has been reached for the long-anticipated Cyprus-Greece electricity cable project, led by ADMIE, Greece's power grid operator. This project, which aims to connect the power grids of Cyprus and Greece, has secured new funding and a strategic partner....

16. Clerides urges President to modernize British Bases Agreement

Former Attorney General of the Republic, Costas Clerides, has submitted a proposal to the President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, urging the initiation of a dialogue with the United Kingdom concerning the British military Bases in Cyprus....

17. Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire now in effect after 13 months of conflict

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect early Wednesday, starting at 4 a.m. local time (2 a.m. UK time). ...

18. Cypriots protest against island's growing role as foreign military base (pics)

On Sunday, over 500 people gathered in Larnaca for a protest organized by the Pancyprian Peace Council (PPC), alongside other local groups and organizations....

19. Cyprus tourism hits new highs, October sets record

Tourism in Cyprus continues to shine in 2024, with arrivals nearing 3.73 million between January and October, marking a 4.6% annual increase. This figure also slightly surpasses the same period in 2019, a record-breaking year for Cypriot tourism, showing a 0.81% rise....

20. Sklavenitis expands in Cyprus, shaking up the supermarket scene

The Cypriot supermarket landscape is shifting as Greece's Sklavenitis Group officially takes over Papantoniou Supermarkets. With Competition Protection Commission approval, ...

21. Staff shortages stall local government reform in Cyprus

According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, the implementation of Local Government Reform in Cyprus faces critical staffing and operational challenges, especially in development licensing within Provincial Local Authorities (PLAs). ...

22. Euronet remains only bidder in delayed JCC sale

The process for the sale of JCC Payment Systems, which began confidentially over the summer, appears to have hit a "snag," with Euronet as the only prospective buyer. ...

23. Avvakoum monks counterattack with book 'Church - The Mafia State of Cyprus'

Monks deposed in connection with the Avvakoum scandal are preparing to fight back with a forthcoming book titled 'Church - The Mafia State of Cyprus'...

24. Tesla’s hiring secret: Mindset over skills, says Beth Davies in Digital Agenda interview

Beth Davies, former development director at Tesla, Gap, Apple, and Microsoft, spoke to "K" about talent attraction strategies employed by leading tech companies. ...

25. Avvakoum: Synodal Court removes two monks amid misconduct allegations

The Synodal Court of the Church of Cyprus has removed Archimandrites Nektarios and Porphyrios from their positions following allegations related to financial and moral misconduct at the Holy Monastery of Saint Abbacum. ...

26. FTC accuses Meta of putting profits ahead of user privacy

A years-long study has uncovered that major social media and internet companies are involved in "mass surveillance" to capitalize on users' personal data, according to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC)....

27. Bank of Cyprus moves from London to Athens stock exchange in major shift

In a series of significant moves, Cyprus's banking sector is undergoing notable changes this autumn....

28. FT: China slaps PwC with $62 Million fine and six-month ban

Chinese authorities have hit PwC China with a hefty fine of $62 million and a six-month ban following a major scandal involving the collapsed property developer Evergrande, according to the Financial Times. ...

29. 1st Women in STEM Cyprus Forum

Women in Tech® Cyprus and TechIsland are co-organizing the first Women in STEM Cyprus Forum, scheduled to take place on October 8th, 2024, at the Kolla Cultural Factory in Limassol. ...

30. Christodoulides: ''We cannot operate in 2024 on 1960 terms''

The Cabinet convened yesterday to advance a significant framework of institutional reforms aimed at modernizing Cyprus' state apparatus....