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751. 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....

752. AI-powered deepfake identity thefts surge 3,000%

Several months ago, a worker in Hong Kong unexpectedly conducted a transaction worth $25 million for her company, following instructions given......

753. FAA launches probe into Boeing over falsified inspection records

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated a new investigation into Boeing after discovering falsified inspection records, adding to the aerospace giant's ongoing challenges....

754. UN envoy returns to Cyprus for talks, President seeks breakthrough

UN Secretary-General's Personal Envoy for Cyprus Ángela Holguín Cuéllar is expected on the island on Tuesday for a new round of contacts....

755. President Christodoulides extends heartfelt Easter message

From the historic halls of the Presidential Palace, President Christodoulides extended heartfelt Easter greetings to the people of Cyprus, encapsulating the spirit of the holiday in a message of hope, unity, and resilience....

756. Easter with clouds and showers ahead

Good morning, Cyprus! Let's take a look at the weather forecast for the next couple of days....

757. 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....

758. 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....

759. Fruit and vegetable markups reach 170% compared to producer rates

According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture's e-kofini platform, retail prices of fruits and vegetables are considerably higher compared to prices set by producer organizations....

760. US urges China, Russia that humans must have total control over nuclear arms

A senior U.S. official on Thursday urged China and Russia to match declarations by the United States and others that only humans, and never artificial intelligence, would make decisions on deploying nuclear weapons....

761. Maundy Thursday forecast brings warmth and gentle breezes

As Maundy Thursday dawns, a serene atmosphere blankets the region, with a gentle breeze stirring occasional dust particles in the air....

762. The hotspots where Cypriots are headed to this Easter

The Easter festive period can actually be described as the vanguard of the summer holidays for Cypriots who choose to holiday outside Cyprus. ...

763. Israel threatens Rafah invasion

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken that Israel will invade Rafah if Hamas continues to make an end to the war a condition of the hostage deal, two Israeli and US officials said....

764. Foreign students welcomed into labor market

Labour Minister Yiannis Panagiotou announced on Tuesday the government's decision to enhance foreign students' access to the labor market, citing its significance in the country's development planning...

765. President Christodoulides reviews progress on government actions

766. Dust and showers expected in Cyprus through Holy Week

Cyprus is bracing for dusty conditions and intermittent showers leading up to Holy Week, according to the country's Meteorological Service. ...

767. Cyprus repatriates 181 illegal residents in latest immigration efforts

In the ongoing efforts to manage immigration, Cyprus saw 181 third-country nationals voluntarily or forcibly repatriated to their home countries over......

768. Greece moves to six-day workweek

In a move garnering attention, Greece is set to implement a six-day workweek, with discussions sparked in German media regarding the country's unique approach....

769. Versailles' elite horses prepare for Olympic showcase

The historic Versailles Palace Gardens will soon host the Paris Olympics equestrian sports....

770. Scotland's leader Yousaf steps down amidst turmoil

Scotland's leader Humza Yousaf resigned on Monday, further opening the door to the UK opposition Labour Party regaining ground in its former Scottish heartlands during a national election expected to be held later this year. ...

771. ICC eyes Netanyahu for potential arrest

The International Criminal Court is probing Israel's actions in the West Bank and Gaza, independent of other cases at the International Court of Justice, such as South Africa's genocide claims against Israel in Gaza....

772. Shipping minister promotes Cyprus ship registry in China

Cyprus’ Shipping Deputy Minister, Marina Hadjimanolis, met last week in Guangzhou, China, with executives of shipping companies, shipping agencies, financial institutions as well as local officials, according to a press release by the Deputy Ministry. ...

773. WCK prepares 8 million meals for Gaza amidst humanitarian crisis

The World Central Kitchen (WCK) aid organization announced yesterday, Sunday, that it will resume its operations in the Gaza Strip, four weeks after the deaths of seven of its staff members in an airstrike by the Israeli military....

774. Showers, thunderstorms and dust for Holy Week

As Holy Week unfolds, weather conditions are set to bring a mix of isolated showers, thunderstorms, and heightened dust concentrations across Cyprus. ...

775. Macron declares ''Europe is mortal,'' calls for unity

The 27-country bloc needs to urgently rethink its defence and economic models to not fall behind its rivals, the French leader said. ...

776. Premature baby dies after mother killed in Israeli airstrike

A premature Palestinian baby rescued from her mother’s womb shortly after the woman was killed in an Israeli airstrike has died, the baby’s uncle has said. ...

777. Polar bears stranded on land as sea ice vanishes

If you’ve ever wanted to experience a day in the life of a polar bear, you’re in luck. ...

778. Student protests spread across US universities over Israel-Hamas conflict (vid)

Student protests have erupted at colleges nationwide over the Israel-Hamas conflict. It began with over 100 demonstrators arrested at Columbia University last week...

779. Dusty skies and variable winds ahead

Good morning, everyone. Let's take a look at today's weather forecast....

780. New investment frontier opens for citizens

Citizens now have access to and can invest in bonds issued by the Republic of Cyprus. In a recent auction by the Public Debt Management Office......