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91. 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....

92. The surprising rise of al-Jolani and its implications for Syria and Cyprus

No one expected that al-Jolani, a man who began his journey in the Salafi jihadism of al-Qaeda’s Syrian branch, would lead such a counteroffensive from the anti-Assad Sunni opposition....

93. End of an era as Assad flees Syria amid government collapse

In a dramatic and swift turn of events, the Syrian government has collapsed, marking the end of the Assad family's 50-year rule....

94. SpaceX lands $843M deal to 'kill' the International Space Station

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has been awarded an $843 million contract to oversee one of NASA’s most ambitious tasks yet: the controlled deorbit and destruction of the International Space Station (ISS). ...

95. Ministry mulls subsidies for 'vulnerable' boat owners amid Marina fee dispute

The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Works is considering subsidies for "vulnerable" boat owners, sparking a mix of curiosity and skepticism over who qualifies as "vulnerable" in this context....

96. Nationally funded research project DYNAMO to redefine energy sharing within communities

The first meeting of the consortium for the DYNAMO project (Decentralized Energy Management Platform for Smart Communities) was recently held, launching the project which aims to redefine energy sharing and transactions within communities....

97. 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....

98. Cybersecurity and ICT risks emerge as leading drivers of operational risk

Geopolitical tensions have significantly increased operational risks, particularly in the areas of cyber and digital threats, as well as risks related to money laundering and sanctions compliance....

99. Eurobank acquires full control of Hellenic Bank

Eurobank has taken a significant step in consolidating its presence in Cyprus, announcing the acquisition of a controlling stake in Hellenic Bank, according to a report by Panyiotis Rougalas....

100. Geoeconomic tensions and Cyprus: Staying the course amid challenges ahead

Geoeconomic fragmentation, the reversal of progress towards global economic and financial integration due to political and military conflict and strategic policy decisions, is rising....

101. Apple quietly discontinues lightning to 3.5mm headphone adapter

Apple has quietly pulled the plug on its once-essential Lightning to 3.5mm headphone adapter, marking the end of an era for iPhone users who relied on the small accessory....

102. The declaration of the TRNC: A turning point in the Cyprus conflict

On 15 November 1983, the Turkish Cypriot side unilaterally declared the occupied territories as the "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus" (TRNC)....

103. Trump administration: Who's in, who's out?

President-elect Donald Trump has officially named campaign co-chair Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, marking the first appointment of his new administration....

104. 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. ...

105. Larnaca and Paphos airports to handle 17.5 million passengers annually

The deal to hand over Larnaca and Paphos airports to Hermes Airports Ltd is nearly sealed, as the company moves toward......

106. Hellenic Bank reports €284.4M profit for 2024

Hellenic Bank reported a profit of €284.4 million for the first nine months of 2024, up from €240.7 million in the same period last year....

107. Cyprus Police reshuffles key roles in long-awaited overhaul

In what many see as a much-needed shake-up, the Cyprus Police Department has initiated a significant reshuffling, with key transfers across the ranks....

108. Parliament raises penalty points for license suspension

The House of Representatives passed an amendment to the Motor Vehicles and Traffic Law, increasing the threshold for temporary driving license suspension from 12 to 16 penalty points. ...

109. Cyprus finance chief moved amid questions over government transparency

Papnayiotis Rougalas reports in this Sunday's Kathimerini that the Council of Ministers of Cyprus announced a significant reshuffle on Thursday,...

110. Cyprus unveils first zero-emissions research vessel

Cyprus celebrated the launch of its first zero-emissions vessel, EVPLOIA APHRODITE, on Thursday at the Larnaca Marina....

111. University of Nicosia Hosts Ceremonial Event for NEOLAiA European University Alliance

112. Lidl is holding the ''mind RESET'' programme for the 4th consecutive year

On the 16th and 17th of September, the first phase of the successful environmental educational programme was successfully completed, and focuses on the training of teachers of the participating schools....

113. Michael Tatham named new British High Commissioner to Cyprus

The British Foreign Office has announced the appointment of Michael Tatham as the new British High Commissioner to Cyprus. ...

114. President Christodoulides addresses EU on Cyprus problem

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides will brief European leaders on the latest developments in the Cyprus issue within the framework of the European Council in Brussels on Thursday....

115. Customs seizures spark confusion over 'Green Line' fuel rules

The Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights, Maria Stylianou-Lottidi, has called on the Cyprus Customs Department to urgently clarify the rules on transferring fuel from the occupied territories. ...

116. Global debt to exceed $100 trillion this year

Global public debt is nearing the size of the world economy, posing risks to living standards in developed nations, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned....

117. Taavi Rõivas on why AI is the future of government

Taavi Rõivas, Estonia’s former Prime Minister, visited Cyprus for the Digital Agenda Summit 2024, where he was invited to speak about Estonia’s pioneering journey in creating a fully digitized government....

118. Tesla’s hiring secret: Mindset over skills, says Beth Davies in Digital Agenda interview

Beth Davies, former development director at Tesla, Gap, Apple, and Microsoft, spoke to "K" about talent attraction strategies employed by leading tech companies. ...

119. Limassol and Larnaca set for greener urban transport

Cyprus has officially launched its Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMP) for Limassol and Larnaca, making a significant step towards the the country’s transition towards greener, more accessible urban spaces....

120. Digital Agenda: The Bright Side of Cyprus and Its Technological Prospects

Renowned international speakers, top Cypriot innovators, and key government officials came together at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024 to discuss the future of digital transformation and global trends in innovation, talent management, and creativity....