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31. U.S. submarine and destroyer visit Limassol for New Year’s port call

President Nicos Christodoulides is set to visit the USS Indiana, a U.S. nuclear submarine, on Tuesday afternoon. ...

32. A winter swim in honor of 'Little Heroes'

For the 8th consecutive year, participants and attendees gathered on Limassol beach this morning to send a powerful message of support and optimism during the event "Swimming with the OYK for our Little Heroes."...

33. Over a thousand jackets for the needy collected by primary school

More than one thousand jackets were collected as part of the "No Child Without a Jacket" campaign for the needy, collected by a Limassol primary school....

34. Dominique Pelicot sentenced to 20 years for crimes of sexual violence

In a landmark ruling, a French court sentenced Dominique Pelicot, 72, to 20 years in prison for orchestrating and participating in prolonged sexual violence against his ex-wife, Gisèle Pelicot....

35. payabl. partners with Limassol Municipality to uplift the community this festive season

payabl., a leading European financial technology provider, announced its partnership with the Limassol Municipality to support the Social Market initiative, ...

36. Once again this Christmas, Lidl Cyprus supports the valuable work of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society

37. Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

At Lidl Cyprus, Christmas is a time when giving and caring are of even greater importance....

38. Parliament rejects AKEL’s 5% bank tax bill after tense showdown

A dramatic session in parliament ended with the rejection of a contentious proposal by the opposition party AKEL, which aimed to impose an extraordinary 5% solidarity tax on bank interest income for 2024 and 2025. ...

39. The surprising rise of al-Jolani and its implications for Syria and Cyprus

No one expected that al-Jolani, a man who began his journey in the Salafi jihadism of al-Qaeda’s Syrian branch, would lead such a counteroffensive from the anti-Assad Sunni opposition....

40.  Debate intensifies over proposed 5% tax on bank profits in Cyprus

According to a report by Panayiotis Rougalas in today's 'Oikonomiki', a controversial proposal to introduce a 5% tax on bank profits in Cyprus is racing against time to be debated in Parliament before the Christmas recess....

41. African workers unite for historic labour conference

African migrant workers and labour activists gathered in Nicosia's Old Town on Sunday for Cyprus's first-ever African Workers’ Conference....

42. Schinas slams two-state solution as ''delusion'' with no European support

In a speech before the European Parliament, outgoing European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas delivered a firm message regarding the Cyprus problem, emphasizing that any hopes of resolving the issue through a two-state solution are misguided....

43. Geoeconomic tensions and Cyprus: Staying the course amid challenges ahead

Geoeconomic fragmentation, the reversal of progress towards global economic and financial integration due to political and military conflict and strategic policy decisions, is rising....

44. Cyprus to tighten rules for migrants who commit crimes

Cyprus is reviewing its rules for handling migrants who have special protection but commit serious crimes, according to a report by Kathimerini's George Kakouris....

45. Arson attack targets senior customs officer in Nicosia

A senior manager from the Customs Department is the victim of a suspected arson attack that took place early Thursday morning in the Nicosia district. ...

46. Greek-American representation in congress grows with six new members

Six Greek-Americans have been elected to the US House of Representatives in Tuesday’s presidential election, evenly representing the Democratic and Republican parties and strengthening the community’s voice in Congress by one....

47. Spain floods: 205 dead and 50 arrested for looting in Valencia

The death toll from historic flash floods in eastern Spain reached at least 205 people on Friday, with many more believed missing as shock transformed into anger, frustration, and solidarity among survivors....

48. Deadly floods in Spain's Valencia region leave 95 dead and many missing

Severe flooding in Spain's Valencia region has resulted in at least 95 confirmed deaths, with many individuals still unaccounted for as rescue efforts continue....

49. Caravan of Humanity spreads joy and solidarity across Cyprus

The Caravan of Humanity, a non-profit group founded in Austria, wrapped up their uplifting mission in Cyprus on October 28, leaving behind a trail of laughter and goodwill. ...

50. University of Nicosia Hosts Ceremonial Event for NEOLAiA European University Alliance

51. Five dead, 22 injured in terrorist attack

A terrorist attack on the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) offices in Kahramankazan, near Ankara, resulted in five deaths and 22 injuries....

52. MED9 Summit in Cyprus pushes for humanitarian aid to Gaza

At a time when the war crisis in the Middle East is intensifying, raising global concerns, the 11th summit of southern European leaders in Cyprus provided a platform for the EU to address criticism of its inaction on calls for a ceasefire. ...

53. Von der Leyen backs €5 million Paphos Haemodialysis expansion

The new Dialysis Unit at Paphos General Hospital was officially inaugurated this morning by Cyprus President Nicos Christodoulides and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen....

54. Cyprus hosts European Commission President for MED9 Summit

President Nicos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus welcomed Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, ...

55. ECB to review AKEL’s proposed bank tax amid financial concerns

The European Central Bank (ECB) is set to evaluate a proposed "windfall tax" on banks, commonly associated with the leftist political party AKEL, in Cyprus. ...

56. A night of remembrance as Israel honors victims of the Oct 7th massacre

On the evening of October 7, 2024, the Israeli Embassy organized a poignant memorial ceremony at the Hilton Hotel in Nicosia, Cyprus. ...

57. Health Minister highlights breast cancer screening upgrades

President Nikos Christodoulides announced the addition of three new cancer screening programs for both men and women during his address at the 20th annual "Pink Silhouette Walk" organized by Europa Donna Cyprus, in Nicosia, on Saturday, in a bid to raise awareness on breast cancer. ...

58. Hezbollah strikes Haifa as Israel marks one year since Hamas attack on festival

Hezbollah launched rockets at Israel's third-largest city, Haifa, early Monday, coinciding with the first anniversary of the Gaza war, which has heightened tensions across the Middle East....

59. SPP Media Goes Pink for October

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of prevention and early detection. The pink ribbon, a symbol of the cause, is a reminder of the global fight against breast cancer....

60. Oil prices surge 4% after Iran fires missiles at Israel

Oil prices surged nearly 4% on Tuesday following Iran's ballistic missile attacks on Israel, launched in retaliation for Israel’s campaign against Tehran’s Hezbollah allies in Lebanon....