3 h. ago Mia Milia plant back on agenda as leaders revisit stalled deal

Following President Nikos Christodoulides and Tufan Erhurman’s trilateral meeting with UN Secretary General envoy Maria Angela Holguin, the wastewater treatment project at Mia Milia has returned to the forefront as a solution to Cyprus’ worsening water shortages. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail, Dr Michael Loizidis, a member of the bicommunal technical committee on the environment, […]

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7 h. ago Cyprus salaries climb, but median pay tells a different story

Cypriots top EU workers in average earnings Cypriot citizens earned more on average than EU nationals working on the island during 2022, according to an earning report released on Thursday by the state statistical service (Cystat). In addition, the report highlighted persistent salary gaps based on gender, occupation and citizenship. Specifically, the mean hourly earnings […]

Economics

10 h. ago Larnaca port workers striking for water, hygiene, safe workplace

Workers at Larnaca port went on strike on Thursday morning from 7.30am till 11.30am, protesting over poor health and safety measures. Trade unions Sek and Peo said in a joint statement that “health and safety issues are of paramount importance and no compromises or concessions can be made”. Peo representative Nadia Kyritsi said that after […]

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25 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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34 h. ago High Commissioner of India visits Cyprus' new industrial port of Vasiliko

High Commissioner of India visits Cyprus' new industrial port of Vasiliko  Greek City Times

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36 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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49 h. ago Larnaca students lead the way in climate resilience workshop

Larnaca students lead the way in climate resilience workshop  Kathimerini

Society

54 h. ago Στη φυλακή για 21,5 χρόνια ο δράστης της επίθεσης του Λίβερπουλ!

Ο πλανήτης σοκαρίστηκε στις 26 Μαΐου του φετινού έτους, όταν στην παρέλαση της Λίβερπουλ για την κατάκτηση της Premier League στην Water Street ένας άνδρας όρμησε με το αυτοκίνητό του στο πλήθος που πανηγύριζε την επιτυχία των reds. Ο 53χρονος με το όχημά του τραυμάτισε 27 ανθρώπους που διακομίστηκαν στο νοσοκομείο, ενώ δύο ακόμη βρέθηκαν σε κρίσιμη κατάσταση. Η αγγλική δικαιοσύνη σχεδόν […]

Politics

58 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

62 h. ago Cyprus Business Now: shipping, Eurobank, port, Curium Palace, Vietnam treaty

Cyprus and Vietnam further strengthened their bilateral ties on Wednesday with the signing of a double tax treaty. The agreement, signed at the finance ministry in Nicosia, aims to boost economic cooperation and prevent tax evasion on income taxes. The agreement was signed by Finance Minister Makis Keravnos and Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Finance Cao […]

Economics

66 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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3 d. ago Strike by doctors in England to go ahead after rejecting government’s offer

Doctors in England voted to reject the government’s latest offer on working conditions, the British Medical Association union said on Monday, confirming that a five-day strike planned for this week would go ahead. The doctors’ union – which represents the so-called resident doctors who make up nearly half of the medical workforce – will stage […]

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3 d. ago Cyprus bank workers win pay boost and extra leave in landmark deal

Cyprus bank workers win pay boost and extra leave in landmark deal  Kathimerini

Economics

5 d. ago Israel kills senior Hamas commander, Raed Saed, in Gaza strike

The Israeli military killed senior Hamas commander Raed Saed, one of the architects of the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, in a strike on a car in Gaza City on Saturday, several Israeli media outlets reported, citing sources. The attack killed four people and wounded at least 25 others, according to Gaza health authorities. […]

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5 d. ago Our View: Government’s superficial ideas for saving water laughable

If any evidence of the government’s scandalously slapdash approach to the country’s water shortage problem was required, it was provided by reports that the ministries of interior and agriculture were in discussions about the use of seawater in the swimming pools of new seaside hotels. The idea was raised a few weeks ago by the […]

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6 d. ago Limassol congratulates Larnaca’s 2030 European Capital of Culture win

Larnaca’s appointment as the European Capital of Culture 2030 (ECoC) is a success that will benefit the whole island, Limassol Mayor Yiannis Armeftis said on Friday, congratulating the city on its selection. “Warm congratulations to our team for the great effort made all these months,” Armeftis said. Larnaca was officially named ECoC on Thursday after […]

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6 d. ago Leadership meets sailing as Cyprus hosts inaugural Women at the Helm

Women and girls from across Cyprus stepped into leadership roles on land and at sea, as Winds of Change hosted its inaugural ‘Women at the Helm’ empowerment programme in Larnaca. The one-day initiative, held at the Golden Bay Beach Hotel and Larnaca Marina, brought together participants aged 12 and above from communities across the island, […]

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6 d. ago Parents’ association ‘indignant’ over planned teachers’ strike

The primary school parents’ association on Friday expressed its “strong satisfaction and indignation” after primary school teachers’ trade union Poed had announced its intention to go on strike next week over the government’s planned reforms to the ways in which teachers are evaluated. It as such demanded an “immediate” meeting with Education Minister Athena Michaelidou, […]

Society

6 d. ago Cheese, water and crossings aim to build trust for split Cyprus' rival leaders

Cheese, water and crossings aim to build trust for split Cyprus' rival leaders  Newsday

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7 d. ago Hotly contested bid sees Larnaca crowned EU cultural capital for 2030

Larnaca was officially named European capital of culture for 2030 on Thursday, following a closely contested process against the rival city of Limassol. The expert panel who made the final verdict consisted of ten members appointed by the European Commission along with two Cypriot experts chosen by the deputy minister of culture. Earlier this year, […]

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