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31. Shakira's €14.5m showdown ends with a €7m encore

Pop star Shakira has gracefully sidestepped a €14.5 million tax trial in Spain, sealing a last-minute deal with authorities just as proceedings were set to commence....

32. Creditors dispute foreclosure laws and strategic defaults

Creditors reluctantly agree to extend the freeze on main residence foreclosures up to €350k, but tensions arise over proposed legislative changes....

33. House plenary votes on teleworking bill, what's at stake?

In a decisive move, the House plenary convened this afternoon to cast their votes on a groundbreaking teleworking bill, aiming to establish a robust framework for regulating working conditions in the evolving landscape of remote employment....

34. Demetriou's challenge for Cyprus to rise from the credibility ashes

The need for a collective and comprehensive effort to reclaim the credibility of Cyprus is more urgent than ever, pledged on Thursday President of the House of Representative Annita Demetriou....

35. Can political will overcome the stigma blocking a lifesaving facility?

In the heart of Dublin, a groundbreaking solution to Ireland's third-highest overdose death rate faces a decade-long delay....

36. Cyprus banks bracing for profit squeeze according to Moody's

Moody's believes that Cyprus' small and saturated banking sector, the banks' limited loan portfolio, and low fee and commission income will restrict opportunities for growth in domestic banks' activities and profitability in the long term....

37. Sea-lice disaster hits Iceland's prominent salmon farm

Images of severely diseased, dead and dying salmon at an Icelandic fish farm, obtained by the Guardian, have been described by one veterinary expert as an “animal welfare disaster” on a scale never previously seen....

38. UK accused of turning a blind eye to Israel-Palestine war

Concerns that the UK Foreign Office has neglected the Israel-Palestine conflict in its tilt to the Indo-Pacific and the pursuit of trade deals across the Middle East is to be investigated by the foreign affairs select committee....

39. Israel's right to self-defense sparks heated UN debate

The United Nations Security Council has held its first open debate on the Israel-Gaza war, with most members calling for an immediate ceasefire to allow humanitarian aid to reach Palestinians under relentless Israeli bombardment in Gaza....

40. EU partners bracing for Interior Minister's warning on refugee flows

Cyprus Minister of the Interior will express to his EU counterparts the deep worry about the possibility of increased flows of refugees from the conflict areas in the Eastern Mediterranean to the EU countries and particularly the frontline member states....

41. Investment funds hit record high at €2.9 billion

Assets investment by investment funds in Cyprus rose to €2.9 billion in the second quarter of this year, reaching the highest point ever, manifesting the sector’s growing contribution to the Cypriot economy....

42. ECB keeps watchful eye on non-performing loans

The European Central Bank (ECB) is closely monitoring non-performing loans (NPLs) and related legislation, including the divestment framework. ...

43. The Israeli war's impact on economy and energy prices

Economists have been examining the inevitable economic consequences of the war in Israel, particularly its influence on fuel and electricity costs....

44. Turkish Cypriot crossing points take center stage

In a striking development, 2023 has seen an extraordinary increase in crossings through checkpoints in Cyprus, as revealed by reports in the Turkish Cypriot press....

45. TechIsland launches CY Guide Chatbot powered by LoqosAI

TechIsland, the largest tech association in Cyprus, announced the launch of version 1.0 of the ''CY GUIDE Chatbot'' powered by LoqosAI. ...

46. Olive oil prices soar due to shortage and weather woes

The price of olive oil is expected to rise dramatically, possibly exceeding 10 euros per liter and reaching 15 euros in Europe, according to agricultural organizations....

47. Christodoulides' UN call: A bold push for Cyprus reunification

In his address before the 78th UN General Assembly today, the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nicos Christodoulides, will emphasize six key areas of focus, with the majority centered on addressing the Cyprus problem and the prospects for resuming negotiations while referencing the foundation for a solution....

48. 135% debt reduction sparks hope for economy

According to the latest data from the Central Bank of Cyprus, the private debt-to-GDP ratio has shown a significant decrease from its peak at the end of the first quarter in 2015 to the end of March 2023. ...

49. Hagia Sophia to undergo massive restoration

The Turkish government has decided to start long-term maintenance and repairs of the former Orthodox Christian cathedral of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, which was converted into a mosque, after scientists discovered significant damage both inside and outside the 6th century Byzantine monument....

50. Education committee discovers the marvelous world of public transit

51. Cyprus grapples with 9% surge in food prices

Many people are struggling with their daily expenses because food prices keep going up, causing financial stress....

52. How Cyprus's abstention shook US trust and diplomacy

The release of secret documents, usually from the US and Britain, a few years later, sheds light on important moments in history....

53. Assessing school preparedness: Are they ready for the first bell?

Education is finalizing preparations for the upcoming school year, set to commence on September 7 for secondary and September 11 for primary education. ...

54. The free parking illusion

Imagine a city where parking is easy, convenient, and free....

55. Rights groups alarmed by Chlorakas' anti-refugee incidents

In the wake of the recent incidents in Chloraka, Cyprus, where tensions have escalated leading to anti-refugee actions, international human rights organizations have expressed "severe concern" over the situation....

56. China's $10 trillion hidden debt

For some time now, markets have been buffeted almost on a daily basis by gloomy economic news filtering out of China....

57. Water stress looms over Cyprus as part of global crisis

Cyprus is among the 25 countries facing extremely high water stress each year, the World Resources Institute (WRI) said in a recent study. In total, these countries are home to a quarter of the Earth's population, while at least 50% of the world's population - some 4 billion people - is under highly water-stressed conditions for at least one month of the year....

58. Outdoor work suspended amid heat wave

The Labor Inspection Department has issued a directive mandating the suspension of all heavy and medium outdoor work, as well as activities involving the transportation or delivery of goods using two-wheeled vehicles or personal mobility devices, due to the ongoing heat wave....

59. Proper disposal of medical waste needed to prevent wastewater contamination

Improper disposal of unused or expired medicines, whether in waste bins or down drains, poses significant risks, according to the Environment Department and Dr. Nikolas Dietis,...

60. Tokyo apologizes for offensive flyers to new moms

There’s nothing a new mother likes more than being told how to please her husband – right?...