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31. Historic Italian island faces Sotheby's auction unbeknownst to local residents

Local residents of Bacoli, near Naples, were left stunned and disheartened when it was announced that the historic Punta Pennata island is being auctioned off by Sotheby’s. ...

32. TikTok faces U.S. shutdown by this Sunday: Could Europe be next?

TikTok, the global social media sensation with 170 million monthly users in the U.S., is set to shut down its operations in America this Sunday, Jan. 19....

33. President's banking measures spark surge in first-home loans

President Nikos Christodoulides' efforts to support citizens through new banking measures are beginning to yield results. Meetings held in December with the CEOs of Cyprus’ two major banks, Bank of Cyprus (BoC) and Hellenic Bank (HB), appear to have sparked a tangible interest in first-home mortgage schemes....

34. January Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 03/01/2025

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. ...

35. Greece cracks down on Airbnb rentals

In a bold step to address its worsening housing crisis, Greece has introduced sweeping legislation to clamp down on short-term rentals listed on platforms like Airbnb. ...

36. Los Angeles wildfires rage on, leaving 11 dead and a city in ashes

As fires ravage Los Angeles for a fifth straight day, the death toll has climbed to at least 11 people, and over 140,000 acres have been scorched, leaving entire neighborhoods in ashes....

37. Cyprus Airports hit record-breaking passenger traffic in 2024

Passenger traffic at Larnaca and Paphos airports hit an all-time high in 2024, marking a milestone for Cyprus’ travel sector, according to the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works....

38. ''He promised to help Cyprus''

When Jimmy Carter was elected president of the United States in 1976, Greek Cypriots had reason to be hopeful....

39. Hospitals brace for more visits as infections rise with school reopenings

Seasonal infections are picking up across Cyprus, with flu cases, the RSV virus, and COVID-19 leading the charge....

40. IT jobs top demand in the EU: What this means for Cyprus

In today's digital world, IT specialists are in high demand across Europe, and it’s no surprise. According to recent data from Eurostat, IT professionals top the list of the most sought-after workers in the EU...

41. Two arrested after attempted murder in Agia Fyla

25-year-old man and his 20-year-old partner were placed under eight-day detention this morning in connection with the attempted murder of a 39-year-old man in Agia Fyla on Monday night....

42. Trump's plan to reclaim the Panama Canal raises eyebrows

President-elect Donald Trump laid out a dramatic vision for his return to the White House during a speech in Phoenix, Arizona, mixing familiar promises with controversial new proposals....

43. Golden cucumbers: Prices soar by 201%

Substantial price hikes are being observed for fresh meat, Christmas treats, and especially vegetables in the lead-up to the Christmas season, according to the Christmas 2024 Price Watch....

44. Thank God for GESY!

The recent news surrounding the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the arrest of Luigi Mangione, the suspected shooter, has sparked an intense debate. As an American who grew up in Los Angeles and now calls Cyprus home, I find the entire case deeply thought-provoking, especially in light of my own personal experiences with healthcare systems....

45. Elon Musk becomes first person to achieve a $400 billion net worth

Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has reached an unprecedented milestone: a net worth of $400 billion, according to Bloomberg....

46. Cypriot MP's take a break from 'banking on' reform

Yesterday, we witnessed one of the most evenly matched votes ever held in the Cyprus Parliament. MPs were called to vote on the proposal from AKEL for a one-off tax on bank profits....

47. Cyprus sees slow Syrian asylum withdrawals amid ongoing instability

The flow of Syrians requesting to withdraw their asylum applications in Cyprus remains low, despite the growing number of inquiries from individuals seeking information about the process. ...

48. Luigi Mangione: The Ivy League graduate turned suspected murderer

In a saga that feels ripped straight from a Netflix thriller, Luigi Mangione, a once-promising Ivy League graduate from a prominent Maryland family, finds himself at the center of one of the year’s most jaw-dropping scandals....

49. Europe shines in global race for smarter power grids, but China gains ground

Europe is at the forefront of innovation in electricity grid technology, sharing the lead with Japan in global patent filings over the past decade....

50. December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 06/12/2024

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....

51. Temu’s tempting deals are a double-edged sword for Cypriot shoppers

Temu, an emerging e-commerce platform, offers an extensive range of products, from gadgets and household goods to clothing and toys, at remarkably low prices....

52. Cheers and tears as Syrians in Nicosia and Limassol celebrate Assad's fall (video)

The streets of Nicosia and Limassol erupted with joy on Sunday as Syrian expatriates celebrated the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime. Waving flags,...

53. Study reveals high-dose IV vitamin C combined with chemotherapy improves survival in advanced pancreatic cancer

54. Potato prices skyrocket sparking long lines in occupied areas

Potatoes have become the talk of the town in Cyprus, but not for the usual reasons. ...

55. Affordability, Urbanization, and Sustainability: How Real Estate in Cyprus, Greece, and Romania Will Evolve by 2029

The next five years will redefine the real estate markets of Cyprus, Greece, and Romania....

56. Housing crisis looms as Limassol property prices skyrocket (video)

Limassol has seen a dramatic surge in property prices over the past five years, with rents and home prices doubling—and in some cases, tripling....

57. Black Friday buzz as shoppers return in full force

According to an article by Dorita Yiannakou, this past week, the retail scene came alive with the buzz of Black Friday. ...

58. Eurobank’s €1.2 billion investment in Cyprus signals confidence

According to Kathimerini's Panayiotis Rougalas, Eurobank has made significant strides in its investment in the Cypriot banking sector, particularly with its ongoing acquisition of Hellenic Bank....

59. 200 foreign companies and 1,200 new jobs in Cyprus in six months

Cyprus is experiencing a surge in foreign investment, with approximately 200 international companies establishing operations in the country during the first half of the year. ...

60. Government faces labor strikes as key sectors demand action

Cyprus is grappling with escalating labor unrest in its most crucial industries, as healthcare, construction, and tourism workers push for long-standing demands. ...