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31. Young Cypriot preserves traditional basketry craft

At just 36 years old, Athinodoros Georgiou from Pachyammos Tillyria is dedicated to preserving the art of basketry, a tradition passed down from his grandparents. His passion for this craft began in childhood, inspired by his grandparents' involvement in traditional arts....

32. Bank of England cuts interest rates after nearly a year of stability

The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, dropping them from a 16-year high. This decision, made by a narrow 5-4 vote, reflects a split among policymakers about whether inflation is under control....

33. Paris apologizes for religious imagery in Olympic opening show

The Paris 2024 Olympic opening ceremony, held on July 26, 2024, faced both controversy and mixed reviews. ...

34. High electricity costs in Cyprus due to lack of renewables

As high temperatures drive increased energy demand in Cyprus, the island remains heavily reliant on mazut for electricity production....

35. The Economist: 'The division of Cyprus looks indefinite'

As Cyprus marks the 50th anniversary of its division, a resolution to the longstanding conflict remains elusive. Despite decades of diplomatic efforts, the island remains split between its Greek south and Turkish north, with the status quo appearing increasingly permanent....

36. Happy Friday, folks! Sizzling heat with some surprise showers ahead

Good morning, weather warriors! As we step into this fabulous Friday, the weather has a bit of a split personality. Early birds will enjoy mostly clear skies with a few low clouds, especially near the coast....

37. Enigmatic 4,000-year-old building found on Crete

A big, round, 4,000-year-old stone building discovered on a Cretan hilltop is puzzling archaeologists and threatening to disrupt a major airport project on the Greek tourist island....

38. Fidias Panayiotou's controversial candidacy and the rise of the opposition

''If you thought Phidias had no opinion on the Cyprus problem, you are wrong. He does. It was just better when he didn't,''...

39. How inheriting property can cause headaches

Everything usually starts with pure intentions: ''We have two children, so we pass on half a share to each of them to avoid offending anyone, and then let them do what they want.''...

40. Vasiliko: President dismisses 'velvet divorce' talks with Chinese firm

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides dismissed reports of a "velvet divorce" with the Chinese state-owned company CPP regarding the liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal in Vasiliko....

41. Melinda Gates steps down from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

Melinda Gates Steps Down from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Receives $12.5 Billion Settlement in Divorce Agreement ...

42. QuickPay: Ask for the bill and share it with your friends

QuickPay is constantly evolving and becoming even easier to use as it adapts to the daily needs and wants of existing and new Bank of Cyprus customers....

43. Accuser suspended over Horner complaint

The unfolding incident surrounding the allegations against Red Bull team principal Christian Horner is taking on increasing intrigue and gravity. ...

44. What is Nicos Anastasiades afraid of?

According to a report written by Marina Economides and published in Kathimerini's Sunday edition, former President Nicos Anastasiades faces a challenging political landscape following his...

45. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

46. Putting the new Macan through its paces in the name of performance and efficiency

Porsche is putting the prototype of the all-electric Macan through an exacting and gruelling test programme to prepare the follow-up to the successful SUV for its upcoming world premiere. ...

47. Divisions in Cyprus amplify fact-checking challenges

Cyprus, an ethnically divided island in the Mediterranean, is like any other nation: It’s been hit by a wave of misinformation, and residents are trying to keep up....

48. €620M blueprint for transformative projects

The overall projects, totaling almost €620 million, are outlined in the Ministry of Internal Affairs Budget....

49. Giving thanks in Cyprus with American spirit and Cypriot flavor

As I sit down to reflect on this Thanksgiving Day, I find myself in beautiful Cyprus, a place I've called home for nearly two decades. While the traditions may differ from the familiar scenes in the United States,...

50. Exodus to Cyprus as Israelis escape Hamas fallout

In quieter times, the four-storey building that houses the Jewish community centre in the heart of Larnaca is an oasis of peace....

51. Netanyahu's rejection shakes up Gaza crisis

Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a deal for a five-day ceasefire with Palestinian militant groups in Gaza in return for the release of some of the hostages held in the territory early in the war, according to sources familiar with the negotiations....

52. Why Astrobank and CDB bank couldn’t agree on a price

The deal between Astrobank and CDB Bank fell apart over a few million euros, even though they had given a "reason" and had agreed on the price in September 2023....

53. Netanyahu advocates extended security responsibility in Gaza

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will have ''overall security responsibility'' in Gaza for an "indefinite period" after its war with Hamas....

54. Woman kills boyfriend over $30M inheritance

A North Dakota woman fatally poisoned her boyfriend after learning about his plans to dump her — because he had inherited $30 million just hours earlier, police said....

55. McDonalds Israel in the hot seat for giving away 100,000 free meals to soldiers

Tensions are playing out at McDonald’s locations across the Middle East as the Israel-Hamas war rages on....

56. Hamas praise rally in Times Square shocks nation

At a pro-Hamas rally in the heart of New York City, speaker after speaker praised the slaughter of civilians that had taken place in Israel on Saturday, after the terrorist group overwhelmed Israeli defenses in an audacious, unexpected raid. ...

57. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling properties in several districts to suit all prospective buyers’ needs, whether for personal use or as an investment. The Bank's portfolio includes houses and apartments, office space, land, and commercial buildings. ...

58. Death toll in Libya floods at 11,300 as more bodies wash ashore

International rescue teams in Libya are calling for more help to retrieve the bodies of victims killed in devastating floods that swept through the eastern city of Derna, killing thousands....

59. China's 103 military planes target Taiwan in a day

China’s military sent 103 warplanes toward Taiwan in a 24-hour period in what the island’s defense ministry called a recent new high....

60. CEO confidence in artificial intelligence tempered by social, ethical and security risks

CEOs globally are embracing opportunities created by AI, but also remain wary of unknown, unintended consequences, according to the findings of the latest EY CEO Outlook Pulse survey. ...