2 h. ago ECB holds rates steady and turns more positive on the economy

The European Central Bank kept its policy rates steady on Thursday and took a more positive view on a euro zone economy that has shown resilience to global trade shocks. The central bank for the 20 countries that share the euro raised several of its growth and inflation projections for the bloc, in a move […]

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4 h. ago EIMF Launches Online Master in European Economic Governance and Policy

European Institute of Management and Finance (EIMF) The European Institute of Management and Finance (EIMF) is pleased to announce the launch of its Online MSc in European Economic Governance and Policy, a fully online postgraduate programme developed to meet growing demand for advanced expertise in EU economic governance, policy-making and regulation. The programme follows the […]

Economics

5 h. ago President of Cyprus: We will give a boost to Montenegro's European path

President of Cyprus: We will give a boost to Montenegro's European path  vijesti.me

Politics

5 h. ago Cyprus ‘can give a big boost’ to Moldova’s EU accession process

Cyprus can “give a big boost” to Moldova’s process of acceding to the European Union, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday. Speaking upon his arrival at the day’s European Council summit in Brussels, he said that he had discussed the matter of Moldova’s accession process with his fellow EU leaders. “The president of Moldova, the […]

Politics

6 h. ago Christodoulides: EU must confront countries which help Russia evade sanctions

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday said the European Union must “confront” countries which attempt to help Russia evade sanctions placed on it as a result of its invasion of Ukraine. Speaking upon his arrival at the day’s European Council summit in Brussels, he said that the imposition of sanctions is “a powerful tool for the […]

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9 h. ago Trump’s ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’ calls Biden ‘Worst President,’ replaces portrait with Autopen

The White House has installed new plaques beneath photos of former leaders on President Donald Trump’s “Presidential Walk of Fame” at the White House that sharply criticize his Democratic predecessors. The plaques are a striking addition because both Republicans and Democrats have traditionally viewed the historic building as a symbol of national unity. Trump, however, […]

Politics

9 h. ago Teachers walk out, farmers roll in as Cyprus braces for a day of protests

Teachers walk out, farmers roll in as Cyprus braces for a day of protests  Kathimerini

Society

10 h. ago Farmers drive tractors to presidential palace in European protest

Farmers will arrive at the presidential palace at 10.15am on Thursday, in the framework of European mobilisations, to hand over a resolution protesting the “unprecedented pressure” on the rural world, which is leading to their “eradication”. Cyprus’ agricultural organisations said the main protest will take place in Brussels, with farmers in EU member states staging […]

Politics

10 h. ago Cyprus housing crisis puts young borrowers under growing strain

The Cyprus Borrower Protection Association (Syprodat) this week announced that a new European Commission initiative on affordable housing highlights the urgent need for substantive housing policies in Cyprus. Syprodat explained that young people and first-time borrowers are struggling to access home ownership amid rising prices, rents and tighter lending conditions. The association said the European […]

Events

20 h. ago Cyprus praised as ‘impressing’ Christmas destination for Israeli visitors

Cyprus has emerged as an ideal holiday destination for Israelis looking to immerse themselves in the European Christmas spirit, the Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth wrote on Tuesday, with the story reaching Cypriot media after being published by the Cyprus News Agency on Wednesday. “It turns out you don’t have to take out a loan, dry […]

Politics

24 h. ago Putin says Russia will take more land in Ukraine if Europe sinks peace moves

President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday Russia would take more land in Ukraine by force if Kyiv and European politicians whom he cast as “young pigs” did not engage over U.S. proposals for a peace settlement. The United States has held talks with Russia, and separately with Kyiv and European leaders, on proposals for ending […]

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28 h. ago Winter tourism boosts Cyprus arrivals closer to 4.5 million mark

UK, Poland and Israel drive surge in November tourist arrivals Tourist arrivals to Cyprus surged in November, according to the state statistical service (Cystat), highlighting the sector’s continued strength and its importance to the island’s economic performance. Specifically, tourist arrivals reached 234,580 in November 2025, compared with 179,941 in November 2024, recording a 30.4 per […]

Politics

28 h. ago France rejects extradition request for man accused of developing property in north

A French court has rejected an extradition request filed by the Republic of Cyprus regarding a man whom it accuses of developing property on land in the north owned by Greek Cypriots without their consent. The Aix-En-Provence court of appeal rejected the request on the basis that given that the European Union’s acquis communautaire is […]

Politics

28 h. ago European shipping is ‘cornerstone’ of security, says new leader

Mikki Koskinen from Finland has been elected the next president of the European Community Shipowners’ Associations (ECSA). His term will start on January 1, 2026, and will last for two years. Nikolas Veniamis from Greece will join as the new Vice-President. Koskinen succeeds Karin Orsel, who has held the position since January 2024. Commenting on […]

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30 h. ago Carey goes from villain to hero with century in Adelaide heat

Hometown hero Alex Carey rode his luck to a first Ashes century to rescue Australia as England’s bowlers toiled in an Adelaide Oval cauldron on a scorching opening day of the third test on Wednesday. The wicketkeeper’s 106 helped drive Australia to 326 for eight at stumps, with Mitchell Starc (33 not out) and Nathan […]

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32 h. ago Petrolina stands by Larnaca, European Capital of Culture 2030

Petrolina, as a Strategic Partner of Larnaca 2030, has consistently stood alongside the Municipality of Larnaca, supporting initiatives that strengthen culture, society and sustainable development. The company warmly congratulates Dinos Lefkaritis, President of the Larnaca 2030 Organisation, as well as everyone who worked with vision and dedication towards this important achievement. The designation of Larnaca […]

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48 h. ago Chevron to supply Hungary with 2 billion cubic metres of LNG

Hungary’s state-owned MVM group has signed a 5-year deal with U.S. energy company Chevron CVX.N for the supply of 2 billion cubic metres of liquefied natural gas, the Hungarian foreign minister said on Tuesday. Hungary has angered other European Union and NATO members by insisting that it cannot phase out Russian oil and gas, but […]

Politics

48 h. ago EU drops 2035 combustion engine ban after automaker pressure

The European Commission proposed on Tuesday dropping the EU’s effective ban on new combustion-engine cars from 2035 by allowing continued sales of some non-electric vehicles following intense pressure from Germany, Italy and Europe’s auto sector. The EU executive appears to have bowed to calls from carmakers to keep selling plug-in hybrids and range extenders that […]

Events

49 h. ago Deputy Foreign Minister Shekerletova Meets with Cyprus Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna

Deputy Foreign Minister Shekerletova Meets with Cyprus Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna  БТА

Politics

53 h. ago UCLan Cyprus awarded at the 10th Corporate Volunteering and Voluntary Contribution Awards

UCLan Cyprus is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Voluntary Contribution Award 2025 at the 10th Corporate Volunteering and Voluntary Contribution Awards, organized by the Pancyprian Coordinating Council for Volunteering (PCCV). The award ceremony was held at the Presidential Palace on 9th December 2025, bringing together volunteers and supporters of the volunteering […]

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