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121. Finance Minister coordinates with EU Trio on 2025 Presidency

Minister of Finance Makis Keravnos met in Luxembourg with his counterparts from Poland and Denmark regarding the preparation of the Cypriot......

122. Cyprus' credit rating upgraded due to strong economy and lower debt

Rating Agency Capital Intelligence Ratings (CI) has upgraded Cyprus’ Long-Term Foreign Currency Rating (LT FCR) and Short-Term FCR (ST FCR) to ‘BBB’ and ‘A2’, respectively, from ‘BBB-’ and ‘A3’, maintaining a positive outlook....

123. The Rise of Applied Regulatory Compliance: From Theory to Practice

As regulatory expectations continue to soar, it is clear that firms must shift from mere consultation to actionable compliance. ...

124. First student housing set to open in old town Nicosia

The first student residence inside Nicosia’s walled city will open in November, offering 13 rooms as part of a larger plan to create 380 student spaces. ...

125. Cyprus's best photo spots with great food nearby

Cyprus is a photographer’s dream all year round, but especially during this time of year when the island’s natural beauty is at its peak. ...

126. M&M’s drops a sweet bomb, peanut butter & jelly flavor is here!

M&M's has done it again! Just in time for candy season, the iconic brand has unveiled a new flavor that has everyone buzzing: Peanut Butter and Jelly!...

127. Russia orders evacuation after Ukrainian drone strike 470km from border

Ukrainian drones struck a large Russian ammunition depot in Toropets, in Russia’s Tver region, igniting a fire and triggering explosions, local authorities said....

128. Luxury properties, residential parcels, for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale large houses, residential parcels of land in Nicosia and Paphos, as well as a commercial building in Nicosia with all the amenities....

129. Cyprus banks praised by US for stronger sanctions enforcement

US sanctions imposed on entities and individuals in Cyprus are not targeting the country, but “oligarchs and arms traders” enabling “the Kremlin war machine” to continue the war in Ukraine......

130. September Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd: Financial Conduct Authority

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries. ...

131. Karolina Pelendritou wins bronze in 100m breaststroke at Paris 2024

Cypriot swimmer Karolina Pelendritou won the bronze medal in the 100m breaststroke final in the SB11 category at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games on Thursday evening. ...

132. AEGEAN announces a €25M Investment in Volotea

Aegean Airlines S.A. (''AEGEAN'') is pleased to announce an investment of €25M in Volotea S.L., one of Europe’s leading low-cost carriers based in Barcelona, Spain....

133. EU allocates €39.5 million for Turkish Cypriot community

The European Commission on Tuesday approved the 2024 Annual Action Programme, granting €39.5 million to support the Turkish Cypriot community's socio-economic development and advance Cyprus' reunification efforts....

134. Cyprus' Olympion joins leading K12 education group Globeducate

Globeducate announces the acquisition of Education Group OLYMPION School (Εκπαιδευτικός Όμιλος ΟΛΥΜΠΙΟΝ) near Nicosia in Cyprus, a group of Greek private schools with nearly 450 pupils aged 6 to 18 across Gymnasium, Lyceum and, from September 2024, Elementary stages....

135. Hvaldimir, Norway's famous beluga whale, found dead

Hvaldimir, the well-known beluga whale in Norway, has been found dead, according to conservationists. Hvaldimir first gained attention in 2019 when he was spotted with a harness...

136. Greece tightens bank statement rules for schengen visa

Travelers planning to visit Greece need a Schengen visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period across the Schengen Area. ...

137. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling an unfinished commercial building in Strovolos and other commercial, residential and agricultural properties that are ideal investment opportunities in Nicosia, Famagusta, and Paphos....

138. EU sets new rules for carry-on bags starting September 1

Starting September 1, all air travelers in Europe should be prepared for significant changes in hand luggage regulations....

139. School bags in Cyprus priced from €3.99 to €209.95

The Cyprus Consumer Association is advising parents and students to be vigilant when shopping for school supplies, as a recent survey reveals a significant variation in prices across the market....

140. Power issue may have sparked deadliest wildfire in Greece

Investigators suspect a faulty power cable may have caused Greece’s worst wildfire this year, said sources close to a probe over the blaze that killed one woman and torched 10,000 hectares near Athens, covering a total area about the size of Paris....

141. Cyprus beach cleanups remove 110 kg of waste

In a series of recent beach cleanup events held across Cyprus, beachgoers and volunteers came together to collect more than 110 kilograms of waste as part of the "Keep our Sand and Sea Plastic Free" project....

142. Cyprus is growing older and smarter

Cyprus' population is aging and becoming more educated, according to final results from the 2021 Census of Population and Housing released on Friday by the Statistical Service. Conducted in government-controlled areas, the census recorded a population of 923,381 as of October 1, 2021, reflecting a 9.9% increase from the 2011 census....

143. Norway powers up with the world’s first wireless charging road for EVs (vid)

Get ready to buckle up and plug into the future! Norway has just unveiled its latest electrifying innovation—a wireless charging road for electric vehicles (EVs) in the vibrant city of Trondheim....

144. From sleepy fishing village to clubbing capital

In the 1990s, Ayia Napa, a serene fishing village in Cyprus, underwent a remarkable transformation into one of the world's premier clubbing destinations. This metamorphosis is attributed to the pioneering efforts of DJ Nick Power, who earned the title "godfather of Ayia Napa."...

145. Iron-coated teeth found in Komodo dragons

Komodo dragons, renowned for their formidable size and venomous bite, have long fascinated scientists and the public alike. ...

146. Porsche doubles the size of the model range for the all-electric Macan

First rear-wheel-drive Macan delivers high efficiency ...

147. Scientists discover deep cave on moon

Scientists have discovered a cave on the Moon, marking a potential breakthrough in efforts to establish a human presence there. ...

148. Solar-powered 'smart benches' to monitor air quality in Greece

149. Cyprus seeks EU support to keep youth in countryside

Cyprus is seeking support from the European Union in its efforts to bring about the demographic regeneration of its rural areas, Minister for Agriculture Maria Panayiotou......

150. Ukrainian startups build low-cost robot army to combat Russia

Facing manpower shortages, overwhelming odds, and uneven international assistance, Ukraine is looking to an unlikely source for a strategic edge against......