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2251. Banks stress need for government support in ESG initiatives

Banks are urging a combination of government and regulatory policies to achieve a healthy, effective, and optimal green transition in Cyprus....

2252. Andreas Petsas and Eurobank support sustainability at 'Green Agenda'

In a pivotal speech delivered at the 'Green Agenda' conference hosted at Hilton Nicosia, Mr. Andreas Petsas, Senior General Manager of Eurobank......

2253. Green Agenda takes center stage in pursuit of sustainable living

As the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit unfolds at the Hilton Hotel, the atmosphere buzzes with anticipation and determination....

2254. Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar: From the jungles of Colombia to Cyprus

When, just before the beginning of the year, the name of Colombia's former Foreign Minister, María Ángela Holguín Cuéllar (in office from 2010 to 2018), was heard in the corridors of New York as a potential appointee for António Guterres' personal envoy for the Cyprus problem,...

2255. The effort continues despite the difficulties

In an exclusive interview with Cyprus problem negotiator Menelaos Menelao, journalist Andreas Kimitris delves into the complexities of the ongoing negotiations, posing tough questions about the current state of affairs and the challenges ahead. Here are the major points:...

2256. FT: Law firms turn to AI for cost cutting and efficiency

Law firms worldwide are increasingly turning to generative artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations and reduce costs, with many either......

2257. Climate action

Wopke Hoekstra has been the European Commissioner for Climate Action since 9 October 2023. Before assuming office in Brussels, he held various political positions in the Netherlands and worked in the private sector. ...

2258. Police reassure parents and students after bomb threat

The Cyprus Police Spokesman, Christos Andreou, assured today that the threatening email sent to numerous primary and secondary schools across the country poses minimal risk....

2259. First aid shipment has been driven across Gaza pier, says US military

Trucks loaded with essential aid for the Gaza Strip entered the enclave via a newly constructed U.S. pier on Friday. This marked the first delivery of its kind as Israeli restrictions and ongoing conflict have hampered land-based aid efforts....

2260. EU ministers to strengthen migration policies

At a ministerial meeting in Nicosia on May 16-17, 2024, eight EU member states, Austria, the Czech Republic, Cyprus, Denmark, Greece, Italy......

2261. Threatening email prompts police mobilization

A threatening email sent to schools across Cyprus on Friday morning, May 17, prompted concern as authorities responded swiftly to the alert....

2262. Limassol hosts inaugural Propeller Club event

The first Propeller Club event in Limassol convened shipping industry executives and institutional officials, marking a significant milestone in maritime cooperation....

2263. Xi and Putin reinforce alliance with joint critique of US actions

China's President Xi Jinping and Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Thursday pledged a ''new era'' of partnership between their nations, presenting a united front against what they described as the United States' aggressive Cold War mentality and global destabilization efforts....

2264. Osman Ertuğ criticizes UN Envoy's understanding of Cyprus issue

2265. Migration issue returns to the spotlight

Today, Friday, May 17, Nicosia will host a ministerial conference at the level of Foreign Affairs Ministers, with the participation of 7 EU member states ...

2266. From gigabytes to watts: Telcos' evolution into energy providers

Andreas Neocleous is the first CEO of Cyta, Cyprus’ largest telecommunications organization, to have been appointed from the private sector....

2267. Cyprus among top 3 in Eurozone growth for 2024

Cyprus stands out as one of the top performers in the Eurozone, boasting a robust growth rate for the year 2024, as announced by government spokesperson Constantinos Letympiotis today....

2268. Seven weeks after bridge incident, crew still trapped on Baltimore ship

As a controlled explosion rocked the Dali on Monday, nearly two dozen sailors remained on board, below deck in the massive ship's hull....

2269. Fake fundraisers exploiting Cyprus Cancer Society's name

The Cyprus Cancer Society has issued a warning about fraudsters posing as fundraisers for the organization, visiting homes and illegally soliciting money....

2270. Cyprus to launch e-platform to monitor hospital infections

In a bid to enhance hospital infection monitoring, Cyprus plans to launch a specialized electronic platform by the end of 2025, according to Elizabeth Constantinou, Director of Medical Services at the Ministry of Health. ...

2271. Nicosia hosts EU summit on migration this Friday

A Ministerial Summit focusing on the external dimension of immigration, particularly the Syrian crisis, will convene in Nicosia on Friday. ...

2272. Bank of Cyprus earns €133 million in profits

The Bank of Cyprus has announced a robust profit of EUR 133 million for the first quarter of 2024, marking a significant increase from EUR 95 million in the same period last year....

2273. Foundational principles of sustainable development in Natura 2000 regions

Dimitris K. Melissas is a Lawyer and Professor of Public Law at the School of Civil Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens, specializing in Urban Planning Law, Spatial Planning Law and Environmental Law....

2274. Dimitroui regains consciousness every 5 minutes

Dimitris Andronikou, popularly known as ''Dimitroui,'' remains hospitalized in a serious but stable condition following a criminal incident that occurred......

2275. Cypriot football player dies suddenly during match

A devastating incident unfolded on Wednesday evening, May 15th, at a football stadium in the Limassol district, claiming the life of a 30-year-old Greek Cypriot....

2276. Occupied territories condemn attack on Limassol mosque

In occupied territories, both the Foreign Ministry and the Vakoufika Department have strongly denounced an alleged attack on the Arnaut Mosque in Limassol....

2277. CEO advocates Green Transition at inaugural Cyprus Summit

In an interview on SPOR FM's ''News Diaspora'' program, Dimitris Lottidis, the founder of the conference and CEO of SPP Media, addressed the urgent climate crisis and the inaugural Green Agenda Cyprus Summit....

2278. BBF launches Eden Bay in Kato Paphos

Marking BBF’s latest expansion to the charming city of Paphos, bbf: eden bay embodies a unique blend of rich cultural history, endless beaches, and high-end living....

2279. Banking sector's pledge to environmental transition

Eliza has been the Executive Director of Finance since October 2019 and since October 2021 she has been an Executive Member of the Bank of Cyprus Board of Directors....

2280. Humanitarian aid ship en route to Gaza, expected arrival in 18 hours

A joint effort between the United States and the United Kingdom is underway to deliver much-needed humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. Departing from Larnaka port on Wednesday, the USAV JAMES LOUX, a vessel of the US Army, is en route to Gaza with a fresh shipment of aid for the population....