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691. Another Greek tanker embroiled in US-Iran oil wars

A Greek-owned oil tanker sailed out of trouble on Wednesday when a US missile destroyer responded to an incident with the Iranian Navy, as Tehran still has an axe to grind with Athens over oil seizures based on American sanctions...

692. Hottest day on record

The world has experienced its hottest day on record, according to meteorologists....

693. Taliban's violations of women's rights

The UN report released last month was compiled after a week-long visit to Afghanistan by Richard Bennett, the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, and Dorothy Estrada-Tanck, who led a contingent from the working group on discrimination against women and girls....

694. Fourth of July fireworks Illuminate the night sky

The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks....

695. House Speaker tells college grads Cyprus needs them

The brain drain in Cyprus may not be as threatening as that of other countries, but it is still a concern, the President of the House of Representatives Annita Demetriou said on Tuesday evening, addressing the graduation ceremony of the Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences of the University of Cyprus...

696. Interest rate increases boost Cypriot banks' 2022 profits to €177 million

Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank generated a combined profit of €164.7 Million in Q1 2023, Driven by interest rate increases....

697. Drug-related deaths surge in Vienna

A new UN report said the number of people suffering from drug use disorders had skyrocketed in the last 10 years....

698. HIO President assures no increase in GESY contributions until 2030

In a recent interview on the DIASPORA NEWS show, Stavros Michael, the president of the Health Insurance Organization (HIO), announced that there would be no rise in the contributions of beneficiaries to GESY until at least 2030....

699. The obstacles to being vegan in Cyprus

Have you ever thought about going vegan? The decision to adopt a vegan lifestyle goes beyond mere dietary choices....

700. It's clear skies ahead through Monday

A weak seasonal low-pressure system is currently affecting the region, bringing mostly clear conditions for today....

701. Vienna retains top spot as most pleasant city to live in

Vienna maintains its position as the most pleasant city to live in, according to the annual rankings released by the Economist Intelligence Unit....

702. Clear skies and gradually rising temperatures expected

Today's weather will feature predominantly clear skies with a gradual increase in cloud cover over the mountains during midday and beyond. Winds will initially be predominantly from the north to northeast direction, ...

703. Cyprus anticipating a mild and varied summer weather pattern

The upcoming summer seems poised to deviate from the patterns observed in previous years, with Director of the Meteorological Service, Kleanthis Nicolaides, indicating prolonged periods of scorching heat may not be as prominent....

704. Nicosia attracts millions in investment opportunities

A new investment exceeding 60 million euros is currently in the study phase, focusing on the development of a strategically positioned plot in Nicosia. ...

705. The President's omissions and unaddressed issues

Flanked by his cabinet and through a 24-page document, the President of the Republic presented the program and actions of the government from his first day in office until today. ...

706. Expect sunny skies with spotty showers today

Today's weather will be mostly clear with locally increasing clouds leading to isolated midday and afternoon showers in the mountains. ...

707. Dubrovnik sees surge in tourism with 32% increase in arrivals

The mayor of Dubrovnik, Mato Frankovic, has made the decision to ban wheeled suitcases due to the noise they generate on the city streets. ...

708. Weather update: Showers, clouds, and rising temperatures

Showers were observed in multiple areas of the island today (19/06). The Cyprus Meteorological Service has reported that the region is experiencing the influence of weak low pressure, leading to an afternoon characterized by partly cloudy to mostly cloudy conditions,...

709. Sacrificing authenticity for viral validation

In an era dominated by digital connectivity, social media has seamlessly integrated itself into the fabric of our lives....

710. Almost 108,000 drivers exceed speed limits

Since the official implementation of the photo certification system on January 1, 2022, a staggering total of 132,982 out-of-court complaints have been filed....

711. Cablenet: The Fastest Growing Mobile Network

712. Hourly labor costs in Cyprus rise by 5% in Q1 2023

According to provisional data released by the Statistical Service on Friday, hourly labor costs in Cyprus saw a 5% increase in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period the previous year....

713. Pork prices on the rise

In response to the ongoing challenges caused by the pandemic and the conflict in Ukraine, the prices of meat have seen a steady increase, with pork now facing another surge. ...

714. Chocolate prices to surge

Chocolate enthusiasts should brace themselves for price hikes in the near future, as cocoa prices continue to soar. ...

715. Dusty skies, showers in the mountains, and a temperature surge!

Today, Thursday, the weather will start off with mainly clear skies. However, as we move into the afternoon, expect to see an increase in cloud cover. ...

716. EU demands Google breakup over antitrust concerns

European Union regulators hit Google with fresh antitrust charges Wednesday, saying the only way to satisfy competition concerns about its lucrative digital ad business is by selling off parts of the tech giant’s main moneymaker....

717. Government ends tax break, fuel and electricity prices to rise

The Director General of the Ministry of Finance, Michalis Pantelis, has expressed the government's intention to end the measure of reducing excise tax on fuel and electricity....

718. Thunderstorms and showers expected in the region

According to the latest statement, we can expect isolated thunderstorms affecting primarily the mountainous, inland, and eastern areas. These thunderstorms may bring heavy rain with an intensity exceeding 35 millimeters per hour, and there is also a possibility of hail....

719. Cablenet and Plume expand partnership in intelligent connectivity for Cyprus homes

Cablenet and Plume joined forces once again in Nicosia to celebrate their successful collaboration and discuss plans for future expansion. The two partners in intelligent connectivity convened to review their market achievements and explore opportunities for growth....

720. Nicosia real estate market surges, indicating recovery

Nicosia, the capital city, has broken free from a six-month period of stagnation, exhibiting promising signs of recovery....