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601. From rainy days to a sparkling Christmas Eve

It's time to gear up for a weather adventure as we navigate through the atmospheric twists and turns coming your way....

602. High pressure weakens, unleashing mixed conditions

In a weather twist, weak high pressure is currently impacting our region, setting the stage for a series of atmospheric changes in the coming days. ...

603. CBC warns of non-performing loan surge amid economic challenges

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) issued a warning on Monday, cautioning about the potential influx of non-performing loans (NPLs) driven by high-interest rates and inflation, which are impacting households' disposable income and businesses' profitability....

604. Akamas environmental issues and Minister's decision

There have been signs and monsters about the works being done in Akamas and the breaches of the conditions of the Special Ecological Assessment (SEA) but the Minister of Agriculture, Mr. Xenophontos, is still not sure that he should order a disciplinary investigation to be held accountable....

605. Themis Themistocleous signals potential 2024 interest rate cut

In their ''Year Ahead 2024'' forecast, analysts at Swiss financial giant UBS anticipate a slowdown in the strength of the US economy throughout 2023. ...

606. President denies plans to visit Ankara after Erdogan's offer

President Christodoulides put an end to the DISY-government-opposition political confrontation from Brussels, in response to a report in the newspaper "Truth" which, citing sources, referred to an invitation by Turkish President, Tayyip Erdogan, to the President of the Council of Europe - on the sidelines of the brief, informal meeting between the two in the framework of the Climate Summit (COP 28) in Dubai....

607. Interior Minister highlights 75% reduction in African arrivals

In bilateral meetings held in Geneva, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou emphasized the shift from illegal to legal migration channels, as stated in a press release by the Interior Ministry on Friday. ...

608. European data shows low interest payouts by Cypriot banks

Cypriot banks rank second to last among European banks in terms of paying interest on total household deposits, according to data released on Wednesday by the European Banking Authority (EBA), as part of its annual risk assessment of the European banking system....

609. COVID-19 cases surge ahead of festive season

In a recent statement to the Cypriot News Agency, Elizabeth Constantinou, the Director of Medical and Public Health Services, highlighted a surge in confirmed coronavirus cases, ...

610. Parisian nursery and school grapple with knife incidents

In a disturbing turn of events, staff at a nursery in Creteil, a Parisian suburb, found themselves face-to-face with a knife-wielding man on Monday....

611. Cypriots pack bags for record-breaking 2023 getaways

Cypriots are preparing suitcases for abroad, taking advantage of the short holidays offered by the Christmas and New Year celebrations....

612. Makarios Avenue struggles to fulfill commercial expectations

Two years after the official opening of Makarios Avenue (8 December 2021), the commercial success of the street has fallen short of expectations,...

613. Dramatic clouds to star-studded nights, it's a charming mix

Get ready for another weather rollercoaster ride. A weak high-pressure system is about to throw its charming influence over the neighborhood....

614. Billionaires choose Abu Dhabi as global wealth safe haven

In a surprising trend, billionaires including Zhao Changpeng, the Adani family, Ray Dalio, and Vladimir Lisin are flocking to Abu Dhabi's international financial center, establishing special purpose vehicles (SPVs) to safeguard their fortunes....

615. Yamaha's futuristic electric motorcycle without handlebars

Japanese company Yamaha has revealed concept renderings of the Motoroid 2, an electric motorcycle that stands out by omitting traditional handlebars....

616. Surge in bounced checks worth €1.6 million in 2023

617. Government employment hits record high

In ongoing discussions about new hires and the 2024 budget in Parliament, the focus is on the remarkable increase in government employment, surpassing levels from 2012....

618. US vetoes UN cease-fire resolution in Gaza, escalating tensions

Friday marked a contentious day at the United Nations as the United States took a solitary stand, vetoing a resolution calling for an urgent cease-fire in Gaza....

619. Cyprus sees uptick in COVID-19 cases amid winter surge

Dr. Christos Charalambous, from the Epidemiological Surveillance and Control of Infectious Diseases Unit of the Health Ministry, reported a slight increase in COVID-19 cases in Cyprus in recent days....

620. Tensions rise yet again in buffer zone amidst UN envoy delay

Amid the delayed appointment of the UN Secretary General's envoy to the Cyprus problem, the occupation regime persists in targeted maneuvers to sow tension within the buffer zone. ...

621. Cyprus battles antibiotic overuse

In a recent press conference, The Pathological Society of Cyprus highlighted the alarming statistic that 1 in 2 citizens annually take antibiotics, leading to Cyprus outpacing other European countries in antibiotic consumption....

622. Raindrops, thunderclaps, and a temperature tap dance!

Today, anticipate a day of weather surprises! Clouds will play peekaboo, bringing occasional rain and isolated thunderstorms, especially in the western and northern regions. ...

623. Greece sends aid to Cyprus amidst refugee concerns

In response to Cyprus' request for assistance through the European Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM), Greece swiftly dispatched humanitarian aid to bolster the island nation's preparedness for potential increased refugee inflows originating from the Middle East....

624. Mortgage-to-Rent scheme sparks overwhelming interest as call centers inundated

In a significant response to the newly launched 'Mortgage to Rent' Scheme by the implementing agency, KEDIPES, the service center has been inundated with hundreds of calls since the official commencement of the initiative today....

625. ''The path to fighting inflation is difficult''

In an insightful dialogue about the economic landscape, Joachim Nagel, a prominent figure in the financial realm and a member of the ECB Governing Council, shares his perspectives on inflation, interest rates, and the challenges facing the European economy....

626. Mortgage rates soar to 4.91%, deposits decline in October 2023

Mortgage interest rates in Cyprus climbed to 4.91% in October 2023, according to data released by the Central Bank of Cyprus in its November 2023 edition of Monetary and Financial Statistics....

627. Olives harvested, memories revived

Going to the newspaper offices on Friday, I noticed in the area of Egomi some workers picking olives on a remaining parcel of land in the area....

628. More seniors turning to marijuana to ease ailments

As marijuana gains acceptance and legalization across the United States, a growing number of seniors, including Vietnam veteran Bill Martin, are turning to cannabis to address health issues....

629. Frosty mountains and coastal warmth

Buckle up for a thrilling journey through the heavens as today unveils a mesmerizing spectacle of mainly clear conditions adorned with occasional local clouds....

630. Kissinger and us

Henry Alfred Kissinger (1923-2023) undeniably stood as one of the leading figures in American foreign policy and diplomacy....