17 h. ago Passenger demand growth accelerates to 10 per cent in January 

Global passenger demand experienced a robust increase in January, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), rose by 10 per cent compared to January 2024, while capacity, measured in available seat kilometres (ASK), increased by 7.1 per cent year-on-year.   This led to an all-time high January […]

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31 h. ago Putin backs US ceasefire idea for Ukraine, but says details need to be sorted out

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in early 2022 has left hundreds of thousands of dead and injured, displaced millions of people, reduced towns to rubble and triggered the sharpest confrontation between Moscow and the West in decades. Putin’s support – though caveated – for the U.S. ceasefire proposal offers the best chance so far to end […]

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36 h. ago New Cyprus treasury bill issue set for Monday — strong demand expected

A new issuance of Cyprus Treasury Bills (T-bills) will take place on Monday, March 17, 2025. The 13-week T-bills, maturing on June 20, 2025, are expected to attract strong demand once again, following recent trends of heightened investor interest. Investments in T-bills continue to gain traction among both individual investors and businesses. In the last […]

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8 d. ago Cyprus demands flexibility on migrant returns, challenging EU approach

Cyprus demands flexibility on migrant returns, challenging EU approach  KNEWS - The English Edition of Kathimerini Cyprus

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1 week ago Nothing fishy about fish: consumer demand drives push for more sustainable seafood

EU-funded researchers are joining forces to meet consumer demands to know more about where seafood comes from, its carbon footprint and nutritional value. By Michael Allen While consumers are often encouraged to eat more seafood for its nutritional benefits, such as omega-3 fatty acids, sustainability and ethical concerns are also a growing factor in their […]

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2 w. ago Larnaca parents demand urgent action on school air conditioner issues

The Larnaca Federation of Parents’ Associations for Secondary Education is demanding immediate updates on the progress of air conditioner installations and the functioning of heating systems in the district’s schools. In a letter to the education minister and the Larnaca school board, the federation warned that if their concerns are not addressed, they will take […]

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2 w. ago Municipalities demand police revoke Limassol carnival security fee

Union of municipalities has urged chief of police Themistos Arnaoutis to immediately withdraw the decision to charge Limassol municipality €43,000 for policing this year’s carnival parade on Sunday. The move has sparked widespread concern, as it marks the first time police have requested payment for security at the historic and well-established event. A representative of […]

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2 w. ago Cyprus’ electricity demand completely covered on Tuesday night

Cyprus’ electricity demand was entirely covered on Tuesday night, with no power cuts recorded, transmission system operator (TSO) spokeswoman Chara Kousiappa said on Wednesday. “There was sufficient production, the needs were covered, and the evening went well. Nothing unexpected arose,” she told the Cyprus News Agency. She said the maximum demand for electricity was 1,083 […]

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2 w. ago Paphos sees rising office demand, Limassol continues to lead sector

Limassol continues to lead the office rental market in Cyprus, with prices averaging €29 per square metre, while Nicosia remains a more affordable alternative at €13 per square metre, according to a report by Landbank Analytics. The analysis, compiled from major real estate platforms in January 2025, provides a comprehensive breakdown of office, retail, and […]

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2 w. ago Cyprus’ electricity capacity ‘limited’ as big freeze continues

The grid’s capacity to meet Cyprus’ electricity demand on Monday evening will be “limited”, the transmission system operator (TSO) said, as Cyprus’ energy consumption spikes amid freezing temperatures. It confirmed that a fault had occurred at the Vasiliko power station in the early hours of Monday morning, and that as such, capacity would be strained […]

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2 w. ago Electronic ID demand fall short with only 8,200 applications  

The launch of the newly introduced electronic identity (eID) at the end of January was expected to be a significant leap forward in digital access. However, take-up has been sluggish, with only 8,200 applications submitted until this week – far below anticipated numbers. To help spur adoption, the first 30,000 eIDs are being offered free […]

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3 w. ago Environmentalists demand investigation into Paphos palm tree felling

Environmentalists have called for an in-depth investigation into the felling of 28 mature palm trees in Paphos, following a complaint from a local resident. “We insist that municipalities follow the correct procedure before cutting down trees,” Paphos Green party representative Andreas Evlavis told the Cyprus Mail on Thursday. “Any established mature tree must be inspected […]

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