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211. Antibiotic misuse in Cyprus fuels deadly resistance surge

Cyprus ranks among European Union countries with the highest antibiotic consumption and microbial resistance rates, Health Minister Michalis Damianou said Friday at a news conference kicking off a campaign on antibiotic stewardship and antimicrobial resistance. ...

212. Trump's bold 'Day One' agenda: Immigration, gender policies, and foreign relations

President-elect Donald Trump has set an ambitious agenda for his first day in office, outlining policy goals on issues from immigration to energy and international relations. ...

213. Elon Musk shares 'Dark MAGA' video, casting Trump as America’s superhero

''See, I'm not just like you—I'm Dark MAGA,'' Elon Musk appears to declare at the start of a two-minute anime-style video posted on his personal social media account....

214. Ankara ''closely monitors'' weapon system renewal processes

The spokesperson for the Turkish Ministry of Defense stated during the weekly press briefing that Ankara is "closely monitoring" the process of renewing weapon systems....

215. Greek woman swindled out of €600,000 in cryptocurrency scam on Chios

Police on the Greek island of Chios are investigating an elaborate online scam in which a woman was defrauded of 608,955 euros ($648,000) by two foreign nationals posing as investment company representatives....

216. On the wrong side of the elections...

It's only natural that the election of a volatile president like Trump would raise concerns across the globe. His approach to U.S. foreign policy is anybody's guess, ...

217. Akamas road project delayed again as investigation continues

Decisions on key issues surrounding Akamas—particularly potential disciplinary proceedings for the first phase of the road network and the resumption of related work—are running behind schedule....

218. Quincy Jones, the music legend who changed pop and philanthropy, dies at 91

Quincy Jones, the iconic music producer and cultural force, died at his Los Angeles home at 91, surrounded by family. Over his long career, Jones shaped the music industry, working with stars like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Ray Charles and leaving behind an unparalleled catalog of hits. ...

219. Traffic offenders targeted with new photo radar, e-toll systems

Cyprus is gearing up to roll out two new systems to better enforce traffic violations captured by radar cameras and to ensure fines reach offenders who have avoided detection or failed to pay up. ...

220. Cyprus plans €10,000 cash limit to fight money laundering

According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, the Cyprus government is considering a new law to cap cash transactions at €10,000 for buying goods and services, aiming to crack down on money laundering. ...

221. Double premiere to mark 25th anniversary

For the track and the road: The new 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 with Touring package ...

222. Cyprus claims gold and three bronze medals at ISF Gymnasiade in Bahrain

223. President urges faster completion of 88 major projects

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides urged ministers to accelerate the government’s agenda of 88 key projects for the administration’s second year, Deputy Minister to the President Irene Piki announced after a recent Cabinet meeting. ...

224. Using AI to steal your homes from under your nose

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the game for real estate scams, making it easier for criminals to pull off tricky schemes like deed theft....

225. Cyprus seeks to amend recovery plan amid project struggles

The Cyprus Recovery and Resilience Plan Directorate is currently working with the European Commission to make amendments to the Recovery and Resilience Plan. ...

226. Spike in suspicious transactions as Cyprus freezes over €25 million in illicit assets

Reports of suspicious transactions in Cyprus have risen sharply in 2023, reaching levels similar to those in 2021, as per a story by Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....

227. Four suspects plead guilty in murder of Dimitris Andronikos

Key figures in the criminal ambush of Dimitris Andronikos, known as ''Dimitroui,'' admitted guilt today in Nicosia’s Court of Cassation, marking a significant development in the case. ...

228. UN’s plan for expanded Cyprus talks faces delays ahead of 2025 elections

The outcome of the informal dinner in New York, besides the attempt to intensify efforts to resolve the seven-year stalemate in the Cyprus issue, further underscored—especially with the statements from Christodoulides and Tatar after their return from the U.S.—the differing circumstances faced by the two leaders at a tactical level. ...

229. Interior Ministry proposes solutions for 9,500 stranded property buyers

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou presented solutions for resolving issues faced by ''stranded buyers'' to the Parliamentary Committee on Legal Affairs, addressing about half of the nearly 9,500 pending cases....

230. New app teaches teens money management

As technology continues to evolve, digital currency is becoming an increasingly integral part of modern life, making daily transactions easier, faster, and more accessible....

231. The new Porsche all-electric Macan is here

Porsche's new luxury all-electric SUV was presented for the first time to the distinguished guests of the spectacular unveiling party that took place on Thursday night, October 3rd , at the Parklane Resort in Limassol. ...

232. Over 1,600 domestic violence complaints in first half of 2024

The number of domestic violence complaints in Cyprus has steadily increased over the past five years, prompting concerns among authorities and advocates. ...

233. Cyprus to fast-track 22,000 asylum applications

The reduction in migration flows due to government measures offers Cyprus the opportunity to speed up the processing of 22,000 pending asylum applications, said Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection, Nikolas Ioannides....

234. Caught between a rock and a hard place

According to Kathimerini's Manolis Kostidis, Turkey is navigating a tense situation following Iran's recent missile strikes on Israel....

235. Cyprus projects €1.13 billion fiscal surplus for 2025

Cyprus is on track to achieve a fiscal surplus of €1.13 billion in 2025, amounting to 3.3% of GDP, according to the state budget presented to the House of Representatives on Thursday. ...

236. Iris the sea crow sets record with 500-kilometer journey across Cyprus

In a surprising and unprecedented journey, Iris, a young Sea Crow fitted with a satellite transmitter in February, has stunned researchers by covering nearly 500 kilometers across Cyprus in just three days....

237. Four arrested in connection with escape of armed fugitive

Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the escape of 42-year-old convicted felon Doros Theofanous, known as "The Hairdresser," who fled custody on Thursday, September 26. ...

238. The Best Street Food Options at the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

The Cyprus Cocktail Festival is set to take place on Wednesday, 9 October 2024, at 6 p.m. along Bosta Street, adjacent to the Nicosia Municipal Theatre, promising an unforgettable evening filled with unique cocktails....

239. Convicted murderer escapes during family visit in Paphos

Authorities in Cyprus are conducting a large-scale manhunt to locate 42-year-old convicted murderer Doros Theofanous, who escaped police custody Thursday during a family visit in Choletria, Paphos. ...

240. Traffic lights coming to Latsia-Geri roundabout

New traffic lights will soon be set up at the Latsion-Geriou roundabout, located near Nicosia General Hospital. This change is in response to increased traffic expected from the opening of the JUMBO store and new businesses in the area....