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961. All-inclusive reference in EU draft good enough for Nicosia

President Nikos Christodoulides said he was pleased with the reference included in the latest draft conclusions of the European Council on the EU's readiness 'to contribute at all stages' during the UN-sponsored talks as well as with the reference to EU-Turkey relations...

962. Madonna's tour postponed as singer hospitalized with serious infection

Madonna’s upcoming Celebration tour has been postponed after the singer was hospitalized with a “serious bacterial infection”, according to an Instagram post from her longtime manager Guy Oseary. ...

963. Cyprus reads support into EU Council draft

The inclusion of a specific reference to the Cyprus problem in the text of the conclusions of the forthcoming European Council reflects the support of the EU and partners to reunification efforts, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said in a discussion on the preparation of the meeting, during the General Affairs Council held on Tuesday in Luxembourg...

964. Indictment refiled in Al-Jazeera case as AG addresses Thanasis case

Attorney General George Savvides has confirmed the re-filing of an indictment in the Al-Jazeera news network reportage case, stating that they have fulfilled their stated intentions....

965. It's clear skies ahead through Monday

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

966. Hellenic Bank rakes in €69.7 million in profits during Q1 of 2023

Hellenic Bank has reported a profit of €69.7 million for the first quarter of 2023, signaling a strong start to the year. ...

967. France, Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia, and Hungary collaborate on air defense systems

France, Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia and Hungary signed a letter of intent for the joint purchase of the French Mistral air defense systems, two sources aware of the matter said on Monday....

968. 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....

969. Cyprus changes tack with plan for gas link to Israel

Cyprus hopes to develop plans for a pipeline linking it to Israel's east Mediterranean gas fields during talks which start next month, the island's top energy official told Reuters...

970. Leading brands pledge jobs for thousands of refugees

The companies - which include Amazon, Accenture, and Adidas - have committed to hiring and training over 250,000 refugees in the next three years....

971. 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,...

972. 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. ...

973. California: Dismantling women's rights in the name of progressivism

Are there still women in California? They seem to have ceased to exist – at least as far as the state’s laws are concerned....

974. Struggle for disabled children from Ukraine continues in host countries

A recent survey conducted by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has revealed that approximately 12% of families who fled Ukraine due to the conflict have at least one member with a disability....

975. Turkish consulate in Shusha sends a message to Armenia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said his country is ready to open a consulate in Shusha, a city that Azerbaijan took from Armenian forces in a war in 2020....

976. 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....

977. Weather update: Isolated showers and dust expected

The Meteorological Service has predicted isolated showers and thunderstorms in the mountains and interior today, accompanied by occasional dust in the atmosphere. The temperature is expected to reach up to 34 degrees Celsius inland....

978. President keeps EU initiative alive after phone call

Dialogue prospects on divided Cyprus may seem small after UN efforts failed this week to bring together the two community leaders, but President Nikos Christodoulides remained upbeat on Thursday over a hard sell to involve Brussels in the peace process, citing a phone call he received on Thursday...

979. Innovative payabl. POS Card Terminals make omnichannel payments simple and easy

Get ready to embrace the future of payments with payabl. - the cutting-edge payments company that's shaking up the industry. In a game-changing move, payabl. has just launched its revolutionary point-of-sale (POS) solution for in-person payments, aimed at transforming the way retailers conduct business. The best part? This is happening right now in Cyprus....

980. Weather forecast: Clouds and possibility of showers in the region

We are currently experiencing weak high pressure in the region, which will result in occasional dust particles floating in the atmosphere....

981. 380 CYTA employees on the brink of departure

In an effort to further reduce operational expenses and renew its workforce, Cyta has implemented another voluntary employee exit plan, targeting individuals who meet specific conditions....

982. AI-driven job losses surge marking a disturbing trend

Almost 4,000 people who were laid off in May lost their jobs because of artificial intelligence, and it's the first time AI has been listed in the monthly report from Challenger, Gray, and Christmas....

983. Isolated showers and rising temperatures expected

A weak low-pressure system is affecting the region, bringing changes to the weather conditions. Today, we can expect mostly clear skies with occasional low clouds in certain areas. ...

984. Strong occupancy rates over long weekend translates into thriving leisure sector

Occupancy in leisure businesses throughout Cyprus ranged from 75% to 80% during the Pentecost long weekend, known in Cyprus as Kataklysmos (Inundation), according to the Federation of Recreation Centres (OSIKA)....

985. Cyprus emerges as top beneficiary of EIB support in Europe

The European Investment Bank (EIB) President, Werner Hoyer, announced that Cyprus remains the largest beneficiary of EIB support per capita in Europe....

986. The MBS Wellbeing Day

987. California: Electricity bills based on your paycheck

Most of the time, what you pay for electricity or water or gas depends on how much you use. Leave the air conditioner and the lights on all night, and your electricity bill will spike. Take long, relaxing bubble baths every day, and your water bill will climb....

988. Pentecost weekend to boost tourism in Protaras

Last-minute reservations are typical for the Pentecost long weekend, as described by tourism professionals....

989. Taxpayer funded ferry to Greece begins new season

Ferry ship Daleela begins today its first voyage marking the new season’s maritime connection between Limassol and Piraeus, which has been welcomed by the Deputy Minister for Shipping, Marina Hadjimanolis and Limassol Mayor Nicos Nicolaides...

990. Cyprus transforms into wintry wonderland with rain and hail

On Tuesday (30/05), Cyprus experienced a sudden change in weather with heavy rainfall and hail across the island, creating a wintry scene. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for severe thunderstorms, attributing the unstable air mass as the cause....