9 h. ago Larnaca EAO records increase in processing rate for building applications

The processing rate of building and urban planning applications in Larnaca has significantly improved in November, the Larnaca district self-governance organisation (EOA) said, referring to statistics from the interior ministry on Wednesday. “[These rates] confirm that the EOA Larnaca’s development licensing sector has entered a steady upward trajectory, reflecting the systematic, hard and intensive work […]

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9 h. ago Tunisians revive protests in Gabes over pollution from state chemical plant

Around 2,500 Tunisians marched through the coastal city of Gabes on Wednesday, reviving protests over pollution from a state-owned phosphate complex amid rising anger over perceived failures to protect public health. People chanted mainly “Gabes wants to live”, on the 15th anniversary of the start of the 2011 pro-democracy uprising that sparked the Arab Spring […]

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13 h. ago Trump to sign order easing restrictions on marijuana, reports say

U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order on Thursday reclassifying marijuana to ease federal restrictions, according to CNN, which cited a source familiar with the planning and a senior White House official. The official added that the timing could shift, CNN reported late on Tuesday. NBC, citing four people with direct […]

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16 h. ago CySEC slaps Cyprus investment firm with €100,000 fine over licence breaches

Cyprus’ financial watchdog CySEC on Monday announced that it imposed a €100,000 administrative fine on Cyprus Investment Firm Wonderinterest Trading Ltd after identifying repeated breaches of licensing and conduct rules, in a move aimed at protecting investors and market integrity. The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission said the decision was taken by its board following […]

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21 h. ago How the CCCI evaluates the UAE's intention to invest millions in Cyprus

How the CCCI evaluates the UAE's intention to invest millions in Cyprus  cbn.com.cy

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36 h. ago Bitcoin (BTC) sideways action has investors hunting for this under $0.04 token with 50x potential

Bitcoin has been struggling to regain directional momentum as macro signals dampen short-term risk appetite. Despite a widely expected rate cut from the US Federal Reserve, BTC has failed to sustain upside moves, instead drifting sideways below key resistance levels. This lack of follow-through has frustrated traders who expected renewed upside after months of institutional […]

Economics

37 h. ago Financial literacy committee plans adult education workshops

The Cyprus Financial Literacy and Education Committee (CyFLEC) held its 6th board of directors meeting this week, in order to to assess actions taken since its previous meeting and to plan its next steps for promoting financial knowledge across the island. The meeting was conducted online and included updates on actions resulting from the previous […]

Economics

40 h. ago Cyprus will focus on Green Deal and addressing triple planetary crisis, Minister says

Cyprus will focus on Green Deal and addressing triple planetary crisis, Minister says  ΚΥΠΕ

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42 h. ago Parents slam teachers’ strike as unfair pressure on students

Parents’ groups on Tuesday strongly criticised a planned teachers’ strike, warning that students are being used as “leverage” for the union’s demands. The Pancyprian confederation of parents’ associations said it was “deeply dissatisfied” with the decision by Oelmek, the secondary school teachers’ union, to go forward with a walkout on Thursday, December 18, from 7.30am […]

Society

44 h. ago Ολυμπιακός: Το plan b του Μεντιλίμπαρ και τι κάνει ο Ολυμπιακός χωρίς τον Ελ Κααμπί

Ο Ρόμαν Γιάρεμτσουκ και ο Μέχντι Ταρέμι έπαιξαν μαζί στο τελευταίο πεντάλεπτο του αγώνα του Ολυμπιακού με αντίπαλο τον Άρη στο γήπεδο “Κλ. Βικελίδης”. Ήταν μία εικόνα που ίσως δούμε προσεχώς, καθώς ο Αγιούμπ Ελ Κααμπί βρίσκεται στο Μαρόκο προκειμένου να συμμετάσχει με την εθνική ομάδα της πατρίδας του στην τελική φάση του Κυπέλλου Εθνών Αφρικής. Απόντος […]

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47 h. ago Invest Cyprus promotes island to health tech companies eyeing European expansion

Invest Cyprus promotes island to health tech companies eyeing European expansion  cbn.com.cy

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50 h. ago Our View: Foreign investment in Cyprus energy projects should be welcomed

There is little doubt that since the election of President Nikos Christodoulides relations with the United Arab Emirates have been significantly strengthened and taken on another level. There was cooperation on the Amalthea humanitarian sea corridor, while earlier this year, when it became clear that Cyprus would face a serious water shortage crisis, the UAE […]

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55 h. ago Australia plans tougher gun laws after police say father and son killed 15 at Bondi Beach

Australia vowed stricter gun laws on Monday as it began mourning victims of its worst mass shooting in almost 30 years, in which police accused a father and son of killing 15 people at a Jewish celebration at Sydney’s famed Bondi Beach. The older gunman, aged 50, was killed at the scene, taking the tally […]

Events

55 h. ago Cyprus budget debate exposes deep divisions as parties split on priorities

Cyprus’ political parties opened debate on the 2026 state budget on Monday, ahead of Wednesday’s vote, taking sharply different positions on living costs, energy, defence and long-term public investment. Disy confirmed it will support the budget, despite criticising government priorities. Akel said it will vote against it, citing social pressure and inequality. Elam and Diko […]

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58 h. ago The Cyprus government housing plans announced are positive steps, but they do not constitute a comprehensive housing policy

The Cyprus government housing plans announced are positive steps, but they do not constitute a comprehensive housing policy  Parikiaki

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59 h. ago Analysts predict a potential breakthrough surge in XRP, prompting a rapid market shift towards Moon Hash intelligent cloud computing platform to seize the opportunity! Earn $7,800 per day

With the overall recovery of the crypto market, XRP is gradually approaching key technical levels. Multiple analysts point out that once this area is broken, XRP may experience a new round of explosive growth. Recent increases in trading volume and a significant improvement in market sentiment have made investors increasingly optimistic about XRP’s short-to-medium-term trend. […]

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60 h. ago What crypto to buy now as BTC bounces? This new altcoin nears full allocation under $0.04

Bitcoin bouncing from recent levels has brought short-term relief to the market, but it has also triggered a familiar pattern. When BTC stabilizes instead of accelerating, investors often begin scanning for assets that can move independently. This is usually when capital starts flowing toward smaller projects that are still in an early expansion phase. One […]

Economics

61 h. ago Vast majority of Ukrainians reject major peace concessions, poll finds

Ukraine has sought to push back on an original U.S.-backed plan it and its European allies saw as favourable to Moscow, which is demanding that Kyiv give up its entire eastern Donbas region and significantly restrict its military capabilities. The poll, by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology, found that 72% of Ukrainians were prepared […]

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62 h. ago AutoHash launches best Cloud Mining plans supporting multiple Cryptocurrencies

AutoHash, recognized as one of the best cloud mining platforms of 2025, is set to make headlines again in January 2026 with the launch of its most profitable cloud mining plans yet.The platform supports Bitcoin (BTC), Dogecoin (DOGE), Litecoin (LTC), and Ethereum (ETH), offering daily earnings of up to $3,828 under high-performance plans. With clearly […]

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62 h. ago Cyprus’ president proposes plan to ease tensions with Turkey

Cyprus’ president proposes plan to ease tensions with Turkey  eKathimerini.com

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