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151. Half of Cypriots find starting a business easy, survey shows

Half of Cypriots consider starting a business easy, and more than half believe they possess the necessary skills for successful entrepreneurship, according to the 'Global Entrepreneurship Monitor' (GEM) survey results presented at the University of Cyprus on Friday....

152. EU Commissioner warns of the health impact of climate change

European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides described the climate crisis as one of humanity's most pressing challenges, emphasizing its impact on health....

153. UNIC climbs to #115 globally in 2024 THE Young University Rankings

The 2024 edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings places the University of Nicosia (UNIC) at #115 worldwide, jointly with the University of Toulouse in France, among institutions 50 years old or younger. It is worth noting that the 2024 ranking includes 673 universities, up from 605 in 2023. ...

154. 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....

155. Dr. Hepburn: ''Cyprus has the dirtiest and most expensive grid in the EU''

During his presentation at the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit held today at the Hilton Nicosia, Professor of Environmental Economics at the University of Cyprus, Cameron Hepburn, discussed Cyprus' energy transition and its decoupling from fossil fuels to achieve zero emissions and protect the environment. ...

156. Little penguins dwindle to 120 amid port development threats

A once-thriving population of little penguins on a tourist island off Perth’s coast has plummeted to no more than 120 birds, with plans to build a container port in nearby foraging grounds further threatening the survival of the colony....

157. 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. ...

158. Cypriot lecturer named fellow of US Institute of Food Technologists

The University of Nicosia is delighted to announce that Dr. Phrosso Economidou Hadjilucas, a distinguished member of its teaching staff......

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

160. 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....

161. 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....

162. 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....

163. Combatting money laundering: Insights from Katerina Sikioti Charalambaki

Money laundering poses a significant threat to the EU's economy and society, with organized crime generating revenues of at least €139 billion annually, as emphasized by Katerina Sikioti Charalambaki, a professor and lawyer at the High Court of Justice....

164. Paphos mayor to welcome three university-backed startup ventures

In a move set to bolster innovation and technological advancement, three dynamic startup ventures, handpicked by the American University of Beirut (AUB) and the Zein AUB Innovation Park, are poised to make Paphos their new home. ...

165. Blood test detects cancer 7 years before diganosis

Researchers funded by Cancer Research UK have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize cancer detection by up to seven years using a simple blood test. ...

166. New study links Ozempic to 20% reduced heart attack risk

Ozempic could dramatically reduce the risk of heart attacks and stroke, a new study indicates....

167. Cypriot maritime leader honored with IMO Gender Equality Award

Despina Panayiotou Theodosiou has been honored with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Gender Equality Award for her outstanding contributions to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment in the maritime industry. ...

168. AKEL MP calls for probe into First Lady's social support fund

AKEL MP Christos Christofides has called upon the Auditor General to investigate the management of the Independent Social Support Body overseen by Philippa Karseras, the First Lady....

169. No jurors chosen yet in senator Menendez’s corruption trial

Jury selection began in the corruption trial of U.S. Senator Robert Menendez on Monday, with a judge excusing dozens of prospective jurors in a case that could affect the Democrat's political future and the makeup of the U.S. Senate....

170. The Minister of Agriculture at the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

Dr Maria Panayiotou studied History and Archeology at the University of Cyprus from where she graduated in 2004 with honors....

171. International student numbers fall in UK universities

Universities are reporting a steep drop in international students applying to come to the UK, amid warnings that further restrictions on student visas would torpedo a vital flow of talent for Britain’s creative industries....

172. Research and innovation initiatives towards climate neutrality

Alexandros Charalambides is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Cyprus University of Technology, a member of the board of directors of EAC, ...

173. Why Cyprus has the edge in Hydrogen technology

George Pechlivanoglou studied mechanical engineering (BSc) and completed the MSc in renewable energy technology at the University of Oldenburg, Germany....

174. Who bears responsibility for the energy transition?

Chris Angelides serves as the Managing Director in the oil and gas consulting division of Ernst & Young LLP in Houston....

175. Study shows many Cypriots struggle with financial literacy

A recent study by the Economics Research Centre at the University of Cyprus has brought to light issues regarding financial literacy in the country....

176. RIF launches summer internship bonanza with 61 elite companies

Attention, thrill-seeking students! Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery with the Research and Innovation Foundation's (RIF) electrifying Summer Internship Programme. With 61 top-notch companies on board, this isn't your average internship – it's a ticket to innovation paradise!...

177. China's leader targets Hungary, Serbia for investments

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will spend most of his five-day tour in Europe this week in two small countries in the continent’s eastern half, a region that Beijing has used as a foothold for its expanding economic ambitions in Europe....

178. Multiple arrests in forged university diploma scandal

A scandal involving fraudulent degrees has rocked occupied Cyprus, resulting in the arrest of several individuals, including TRT correspondent Sefa Karahasan, according to a report by the Diken news website....

179. Few coal plants to survive stricter US regulations

New climate rules imposed by Joe Biden’s administration requiring huge cuts in carbon pollution from coal-fired power plants will accelerate the decline of an industry that until recently provided most of America’s power, experts say, potentially even dealing a death blow to coal in the US....

180. Police dismantle pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA amid tense standoff

Police at UCLA moved in on Thursday morning to dismantle the pro-Palestinian encampment, resulting in numerous arrests and the dispersal of most protesters. The operation followed UCLA's declaration of the camp as "unlawful" and escalated after a violent attack on the camp earlier in the week....