12 h. ago Greek PM names new finance and transport ministers in reshuffle

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Friday named new finance and transport ministers in a cabinet reshuffle designed to boost support after mass protests over a 2023 train disaster. Kyriakos Pierrakakis becomes finance minister, replacing Kostis Hatzidakis, who will take over as deputy prime minister. Pierrakakis is a computer scientist who has spearheaded the digitisation […]

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30 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 Angel numbers and manifestation: How to use them to attract positive energy

People’s most common request now is to restore their resources because, without them, even everyday tasks seem difficult. In a world where energy is quickly draining, it is a vivid skill to find ways to replenish it. Manifestations and the study of angel numbers help in this—they support, guide, and add clarity. It depends on […]

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48 h. ago ‘We are not under anyone’s supervision, like Tatar is with Turkey’

“We are not under anyone’s supervision, like Tatar is with Turkey,” President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday. Speaking during a televised interview held to mark the completion of the second year of his term, he defended Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ remark on Saturday that Greece will participate and support the Greek Cypriot side’s efforts […]

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55 h. ago Cyprus set for unseasonably warm weather with temperatures soaring up to 31°C this weekend

Cyprus set for unseasonably warm weather with temperatures soaring up to 31°C this weekend  in-cyprus

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62 h. ago Chief of national guard pledges Cyprus support for Ukraine security guarantees

National Guard Chief, Lieutenant General George Tsitsikostas, expressed Cyprus’ support for Europe undertaking the initiative to shape security guarantees for Ukraine, at the Paris defence and strategy forum (PDSF). Despite its small size and limited capabilities, Cyprus has “a strong and clear will to contribute substantially” to the effort, and supports the proposal for a […]

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3 d. ago EU is committed to UN resolutions on Cyprus, Costa tells President Christodoulides

Letymbiotis noted that the President of the European Council reiterated the EU's common positions aiming to support the efforts of the Republic of Cyprus and underlined the commitment to the relevant UN Security Council resolutions.

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4 d. ago RIF launches €2 million fast track programme for Cypriot businesses

The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) on Monday announced a new call for proposals under its Fast Track Innovation programme. According to the announcement, the programme aims to support existing businesses that wish to invest in the development and commercialisation of innovative products and services. It has a total budget of €2 million. “The Fast […]

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7 d. ago The President of the Republic of Cyprus received the Minister of State of the United Kingdom for Europe and North America

The President of the Republic of Cyprus received the Minister of State of the United Kingdom for Europe and North America  Κυβερνητική Πύλη - Gov.cy

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7 d. ago Russia launches major Ukraine missile attack after US cuts off military aid

Russian forces damaged Ukrainian energy and gas infrastructure overnight in their first major missile attack since the U.S. paused intelligence sharing with Ukraine, piling pressure on Kyiv as President Donald Trump seeks a swift end to the war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, seeking to shore up Western support for his country after Trump’s diplomatic pivot […]

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7 d. ago Deadline extended for claims for repairs to solar water heaters damaged by cold

Homeowners affected by recent freezing temperatures now have more time to report and repair damage to their solar water heaters, the interior ministry announced on Friday. The ministry announced an extension for submitting claims, pushing the deadline to May 14. According to the Cyprus News Agency, the decision follows “repeated requests from the public and […]

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7 d. ago Cyprus Business Now: Bank of Cyprus, Cyprus’ airports, Eurobank, Hellenic bank

The Bank of Cyprus on Thursday announced that it has received the Quality Recognition Award from global financial services firm JP Morgan Chase. The award, which the Bank of Cyprus has won for the fourth year running, is given in recognition of excellent funds transfer processes under SWIFT. In its statement, the bank noted that […]

Economics

8 d. ago Pope Francis, in stable condition, sends first audio message from hospital

Pope Francis on Thursday sent his first audio message since being hospitalized for double pneumonia nearly three weeks ago, expressing thanks “from the bottom of my heart” to well-wishers around the world who have offered their support. A brief, two-line message recorded by Francis from Rome’s Gemelli hospital earlier on Thursday was played during a […]

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8 d. ago ’48 Hours of Cyprus’ car rally to raise funds for cancer charity

“48 Hours of Cyprus” car rally, held in support of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Association, will take place over the weekend of March 15-16. Both classic and non-classic cars are welcome to participate. The rally will begin on Saturday, March 15, at 1pm from the Arodafnousa Palliative Care Centre in Strovolos. Participants will follow a scenic […]

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8 d. ago Transport committee calls for compensation for airport municipalities

Municipalities near Larnaca airport should receive compensation for the disturbances caused by air traffic, the transport committee demanded during its meeting on Thursday. “We are talking about thousands of people whose quality of life is being degraded due to noise and pollution,” Akel MP Andreas Pasiourtidis said, stressing that no airport should operate without compensating […]

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8 d. ago Seven arrested in joint operation against illegal employment

Seven people were arrested on Thursday, March 6, in Ormidia following a joint operation by the British bases police and the Republic’s authorities. The operation aimed to combat modern slavery, illegal migration and unlawful employment. According to a police statement, the arrests included a Greek Cypriot employer and six undocumented workers at a potato packaging […]

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8 d. ago Salam meets delegation representing Maronite community in Cyprus, receives invitation to attend Iftar

Salam meets delegation representing Maronite community in Cyprus, receives invitation to attend Iftar  MTV Lebanon News

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8 d. ago Vestaron Receives Second Round of Emergency Use Authorizations for SPEAR LEP to Combat Crop Pest in Italy, Greece, and Cyprus

Vestaron Receives Second Round of Emergency Use Authorizations for SPEAR LEP to Combat Crop Pest in Italy, Greece, and Cyprus  The Manila Times

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8 d. ago Bank of Cyprus wins JP Morgan award for payment processing excellence

The Bank of Cyprus on Thursday announced that it has received the Quality Recognition Award from global financial services firm JP Morgan Chase. The award, which the Bank of Cyprus has won for the fourth year running, is given in recognition of excellent funds transfer processes under SWIFT. In its statement, the bank noted that […]

Economics

9 d. ago Macron open to offering nuclear protection to European allies

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday said he was willing to discuss offering European allies the protection of France’s nuclear capabilities, adding that Russia represented a genuine threat to the continent’s security with US military support no longer guaranteed. Below are some of the key quotes from his prime time address to the nation. RUSSIAN […]

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