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301. Cyprus-Crete energy link faces collapse amid political turmoil

The Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection project, a critical initiative to integrate Cyprus into the European energy grid, is mired in political and economic controversy, threatening its future. ...

302. Cyprus' Olympion joins leading K12 education group Globeducate

Globeducate announces the acquisition of Education Group OLYMPION School (Εκπαιδευτικός Όμιλος ΟΛΥΜΠΙΟΝ) near Nicosia in Cyprus, a group of Greek private schools with nearly 450 pupils aged 6 to 18 across Gymnasium, Lyceum and, from September 2024, Elementary stages....

303. Israel faces mass strike amid anger over hostage deaths

A general strike threatened to shut down much of Israel on Monday as public anger erupted over the killing of six hostages in Gaza and frustration grew with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the ongoing conflict with Hamas....

304. ''Workers at Larnaca Marina were paid despite lack of work,'' says Vafeades

The €1.2 billion investment agreement with Kition for the Larnaca port and marina project is under renewed scrutiny due to the dispute involving 15 workers recently laid off. ...

305. Borrell urges Turkey to recognize EU’s role in Cyprus problem

"It is important for Turkey to understand the role of the European Union with respect to the position of a member state, Cyprus, which has a difficult relationship with Turkey......

306. Government greenlights patient advocate to oversee healthcare issues

307. Ayia Napa Marina Becomes the Naming Sponsor of the International Sea Tourism Festival 2024

We are delighted to announce that Ayia Napa Marina will be the Naming Sponsor of the International Sea Tourism Festival 2024 (ISTF). ...

308. Cyprus banks to engage with top investors in London

The investment community is turning its focus to a major conference in London, set for late September, where several Cypriot banks will be represented....

309. CERA decision delay stalls Cyprus-Crete electrical cable project

The Regulatory Authority of Cyprus (CERA) has once again postponed its decision on the timing of cost recovery for the Cyprus-Crete electrical cable project, causing frustration among stakeholders....

310. How are political changes affecting Turkey’s military?

Given Turkey's status as a major national security threat to our country, assessing the combat readiness of the Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) is crucial....

311. Russia launches massive air attack on Ukraine

Russia has conducted one of its most extensive air assaults on Ukraine to date, according to Ukrainian Air Force Chief Mykola Oleshchuk....

312. Three-year-old ejected in Paphos car crash

A 32-year-old mother and her 3-year-old daughter were injured in a car accident over the weekend in Paphos. ...

313. School bags in Cyprus priced from €3.99 to €209.95

The Cyprus Consumer Association is advising parents and students to be vigilant when shopping for school supplies, as a recent survey reveals a significant variation in prices across the market....

314. Choirokoitia archaeological site in urgent need of modernization

For many years, even before independence, Cyprus Tourism and the relevant authorities have relied heavily on the "sun and sea" model, which has significantly influenced how......

315. Fifth body yet to be retrieved as Sicilian rescue efforts continue

The search for the sixth and final missing person from a sunken superyacht off the coast of Sicily is set to resume this morning....

316. EMA slams EAC for undermining electricity market competition

The Electricity Market Association (EMA) is expressing concern over recent requests made by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) to President Nicos Christodoulides....

317. TUI halts day trips to occupied areas of Cyprus

TUI, Europe’s largest tour operator, has announced that it will stop organizing day trips from the free areas of Cyprus to the occupied territories starting August 31. ...

318. World’s largest solar farm approved: Australia to export energy to Singapore

Australia has approved a $13.5 billion (A$20 billion) solar project that aims to transmit energy from a massive solar farm in the country's Northern Territory to Singapore via a 4,300-kilometer (2,672-mile) undersea cable. ...

319. Cyprus banks set for major changes in September

September will bring significant shifts for Cyprus's two largest banks....

320. Obama warns against Trump’s return, urges support for Harris

Barack and Michelle Obama, Chicago’s iconic power couple, energized the Democratic National Convention by declaring "hope is making a comeback" with Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz leading the party's presidential ticket....

321. Ukraine intensifies fight against illicit tobacco trade

The illicit tobacco trade in Ukraine, one of Europe's most prominent black markets for cigarettes, is sending shockwaves through the economies of neighboring countries,...

322. Global uncertainty looms as Biden's final months approach

Five months remain until the next US president is sworn in. Five very fluid and dangerous months. Everyone knows that President Joe Biden is on his way out. His power and influence are waning with each passing day....

323. Ukrainian refugees master English the Mr. Bean way

At Keighley College in West Yorkshire, laughter fills the classroom as students watch Rowan Atkinson's Mr. Bean struggle through a dentist visit....

324. Russian consulate in occupied Cyprus serves its 10,000th visitor

Russia has opened a new consulate office in the Turkish-occupied northern part of Cyprus to serve its growing expatriate community, which now numbers more than 50,000. ...

325. Christodoulides criticized for inconsistent policy on Turkey’s EU role

On February 2-3, 2024, the Belgian presidency of the Council of the European Union hosted an informal meeting of Foreign Ministers, known as the Gymnich, in Brussels....

326. What a federation means for Cyprus’ EU status

We say Cyprus is an indivisible, unified, consubstantial state that could become a federation....

327. Why we failed as a country

In July, the resilience of Cypriot society was tested once again as it faced yet another challenge, underscoring its entrapment in heavy fuel oil. This entrapment translates into an annual fine of €200 million due to emissions. ...

328. British tech mogul Mike Lynch missing after superyacht sinks in freak Sicilian storm

British tech magnate Mike Lynch and five others remain missing after their luxury superyacht sank during a freak storm off the coast of Sicily early Monday, Italian authorities reported. ...

329. Hundreds of Cyprus telecom installers lose licenses over new exam

Approximately 600 telecommunications installers in Cyprus, responsible for tasks such as setting up telephone and internet lines, have been left without the necessary licenses to continue their work, despite having legally operated for years....

330. Paris ranks as Europe’s most expensive city for housing

Paris remains the most expensive city in Europe for free-market housing, with an average price of 14,900 euros per square meter, according to a report by Deloitte....