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2971. Cyprus expects over 300,000 Polish tourists in 2024

Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis, announced on Thursday that tourist arrivals from Poland are expected to exceed 300,000 in 2024....

2972. ''The path to fighting inflation is difficult''

In an insightful dialogue about the economic landscape, Joachim Nagel, a prominent figure in the financial realm and a member of the ECB Governing Council, shares his perspectives on inflation, interest rates, and the challenges facing the European economy....

2973. Cyprus and Egypt presidents to meet in Cairo

President Nikos Christodoulides of Cyprus engaged in a significant diplomatic endeavor on Tuesday, as he met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo....

2974. 570 buses grounded after Aglantzia blaze

The incident last Friday (01/12), where a fire broke out in the school bus engine in Aglantzia, prompted the Ministry of Transport and stakeholders to hold meetings over the weekend....

2975. EU's groundbreaking e-health project unveiled

The planning of the project for citizens’ e-health file will last 30 months, but at the same time the implementation of some pillars of the project will begin, said the Chairman of the National e-health Authority (NeHA), Professor Christos N. Schizas....

2976. Unveiling the silent suffering of elder abuse

Two hundred and twenty reports of elderly abuse were received by the Observatory for the Elderly from January to October 2023, as revealed by its chairman, Mr. Dimos Antoniou, in a recent conversation with reporter, Oriana Papantoniou. ...

2977. EY Cyprus signs MoU with University of Cyprus

Organization to offer scholarships to students of the MBA and MSc Finance and cover CFA qualification costs for undergraduates....

2978. Digital, more luxurious, more efficient: the new Panamera

Porsche revamps the Panamera: the third generation of the sporting luxury sedan is characterised by a wider range of digital features, a fresh and expressive design and a broader spectrum between dynamic performance and driving comfort. ...

2979. Olives harvested, memories revived

Going to the newspaper offices on Friday, I noticed in the area of Egomi some workers picking olives on a remaining parcel of land in the area....

2980. 11 climbers perish in Indonesia volcano eruption

In a devastating turn of events, eleven climbers lost their lives in West Sumatra, Indonesia, following the eruption of the Marapi volcano....

2981. How Chinstrap penguins stay alert 24/7 during nesting season

In a groundbreaking study, scientists uncover the remarkable micro-napping habit of male chinstrap penguins, who manage to stay alert 24/7 while safeguarding their precious eggs....

2982. FBI takes center stage in ''Cyprus Confidential'' investigation

In a significant development, a specialized FBI team is set to land in Cyprus shortly, marking a collaboration with local authorities in investigating Cyprus Confidential....

2983. Anastasiades under investigation for alleged firearm ownership abuses

In a surprising turn of events, former President Nicos Anastasiades is facing scrutiny over the possession of two firearms that allegedly belong to the Republic of Cyprus....

2984. What motivated the hanging of a pig's head at Israeli NGO director's door?

In a shocking turn of events, Friendship Circle Cyprus, an Israeli NGO, has brought forth serious allegations of intimidation against members of the Jewish Community in Cyprus....

2985. Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling residential properties as well as a shop in various areas of Cyprus such as Larnaca, Paphos, Nicosia and Famagusta....

2986. €6M fund faces scrutiny in migrant returns

A recent evaluation conducted by the Audit Office sheds light on the challenges faced by the Police in detecting and repatriating irregular migrants and asylum seekers....

2987. Kissinger and us

Henry Alfred Kissinger (1923-2023) undeniably stood as one of the leading figures in American foreign policy and diplomacy....

2988. Elon Musk raises disturbing questions about OpenAI's internal strife

In a recent interview at the Dealbook Summit, Elon Musk shared his concerns about the sudden departure and return of Sam Altman at OpenAI, a company Musk co-founded. ...

2989. Humanitarian aid to Gaza ready to be shipped

The initial consignment of humanitarian assistance destined for the civilian population in Gaza has reached Cyprus, facilitated through the established sea corridor initiated by the Republic of Cyprus, as confirmed by a government official to CNA....

2990. Developer's double plea amidst partially frozen road project in Akamas

None of those who attended the meeting of the Environment Committee left any wiser about what is happening in the projects that have been carried out in recent months for the first phase of improvement of part of the road network of the Akamas National Forest Park....

2991. 18 linked to Pournara events deported, 11 in line for expulsion

2992. Tatar's adviser clarifies camera placement for security in Agios Dometios

In a recent TV broadcast on 'Bayrak,' academic Hossein Ishiksal, special adviser to the Turkish Cypriot leader for international relations and diplomacy, announced significant measures for border security and addressed the issue of the buffer zone in the Agios Dometios area....

2993. Cabinet announces streamlined school enrollments and support for parochial education

The Education Minister, Athena Michaelidou, shared today that the Cabinet has made an important decision to simplify the enrollment and transfers of children from schools abroad to schools in Cyprus....

2994. How artificial intelligence is changing Cyprus

The 8th Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum, focusing on ''AI & Business: creating value, minimizing risks,'' held at the University of Cyprus on Tuesday (28/11), delved into the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business. ...

2995. Cyprus allocates 65M euros for diverse tourism initiatives in 2024

The National Tourism Strategy's update has recently concluded, announced by Deputy Minister Kostas Koumis, known as "K." This undertaking commenced shortly after his assumption of office in March 2023, with an initial target to finalize it by the year's end. ...

2996. Royal identity exposed in Sussex racism scandal book

The Dutch release of "Endgame" by Omid Scobie faced an abrupt removal from bookshelves due to a critical detail not found in any other edition....

2997. Fiscal Council cautions on 2024 economic risks despite optimism

Recently, the Cyprus Fiscal Council took a close look at how our economy is doing. They gave us some important info based on their study....

2998. Agios Dometios buffer zone crisis sparks secret Presidential decisions

Decisions to be implemented if buffer zone situation not restored says President. ...

2999. China tests visa-free entry for five EU nations

China has revealed that citizens from five European Union nations—France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain—will be exempt from visa requirements. ...

3000. UK abruptly cancels meeting with Greek PM over Parthenon dispute

In a sudden turn of events, a diplomatic rift has surfaced between the British and Greek governments, revolving around the Parthenon Sculptures....