41 h. ago Trump pushes EU to cut tariffs or face extra duties, FT reports

U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade negotiators are pushing the EU to make unilateral tariff reductions on U.S. goods, saying without concessions the bloc will not progress in talks to avoid additional 20% “reciprocal” duties, the Financial Times reported on Friday. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is preparing to tell European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic on […]

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3 d. ago Cyprus among EU countries with high car ownership but low electric vehicle use

Cyprus continued in 2023 to rank among the European Union countries with a high number of cars per capita, but a remarkably low number of electric vehicles. According to new figures released by Eurostat, the EU’s official statistics office, the island had 647 passenger vehicles for every 1,000 residents, slightly up from 633 per 1,000 […]

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4 d. ago Foot Mercato: «Τελειώνει ο Νούνο Εσπίριτο Σάντο από την Νότιγχαμ Φόρεστ»!

Σύμφωνα με γαλλικό Μέσο που συνήθως έχει καλή πληροφόρηση στα θέματα του Ολυμπιακού, ο Νούνο Εσπίριτο Σάντο θα αποτελέσει παρελθόν από την Νότιγχαμ στο τέλος της σεζόν. Παρά την επιστροφή στις ευρωπαϊκές διοργανώσεις μετά από 29 χρόνια φαίνεται ότι οι δρόμοι του Νούνο Εσπίριτο Σάντο με την Νότιγχαμ είναι εξαιρετικά πιθανό να χωρίσουν. Το Foot […]

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5 d. ago Istanbul peace talks laid bare chasm between Ukraine and Russia

The first high-level talks between Russia and Ukraine since the early months of Moscow’s 2022 invasion showed they are far from agreement on steps needed for a ceasefire, even though they promised a major swap of prisoners of war. A window for more diplomacy remains ajar, however, after the sworn enemies agreed in principle to […]

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6 d. ago President says appointment of Hahn to Cyprus problem discussion an ‘important step’

The decision by the President of the European Commission to appoint Johannes Hahn as EU Special Envoy for Cyprus is an important step in the efforts to resolve the national problem, President Nikos Christodoulides said in an article in Sunday’s “Phileleftheros” newspaper. The president described the decision as “an act of substantial political significance and […]

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6 d. ago Russia launches war’s largest drone attack after peace talks, Ukraine says

The largest known Russian drone attack since full-scale war began in 2022 killed a woman in the Kyiv region and injured at least three people, Ukrainian authorities said early on Sunday, as Moscow stepped up strikes following peace talks on Friday. Russia launched 273 drones by 8 a.m. local time (0500 GMT), targeting chiefly the […]

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6 d. ago Polish presidential vote tests whether PM’s European vision is Trump

Poles were voting on Sunday in a presidential election that will decide whether Warsaw follows the pro-European path set by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, or take a step towards bringing back the nationalist admirers of U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump’s return to power has energised eurosceptics across Europe, and Sunday’s ballot will be the sternest […]

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7 d. ago Trump tells Walmart to ‘eat the tariffs’ instead of raising prices

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Walmart should “eat the tariffs” instead of blaming duties imposed by his administration on imported goods for the retailer’s increased prices. His comments were in response to the world’s largest retailer saying this week it would have to start raising prices later this month due to high […]

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7 d. ago Plus Properties meets rising demand for neighbourhood home buys

A growing number of Cypriot families are turning to real estate as a way of securing long-term value and stability, fuelling a strong wave of demand for homes in established neighbourhoods across Cyprus. The trend reflects a deeper shift in mindset among local buyers: real estate is no longer just about ownership—it’s about belonging, continuity […]

Culture

7 d. ago Tech boom puts pressure on Cyprus’ private school infrastructure

As Cyprus steps up its efforts to attract international talent and long-term investment, the country’s private education system is facing growing scrutiny, with capacity constraints emerging as a major barrier to sustainable growth.  This was the core issue tackled by a panel at the TechIsland Summit in Limassol on Thursday, where government officials, investors, and […]

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8 d. ago €329,000 in RIF funding for research into breast and ovarian cancer genes

The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) has launched two new research programmes to improve the classification of genetic variants linked to breast and ovarian cancer, a key step toward more accurate counselling and personalised treatment. The projects – BcRAVE and OVATION – will run for two years with a combined funding of €329,000 […]

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8 d. ago New brand identity: CRIVIT on the way to becoming the strongest movement brand in Europe

The CRIVIT brand presents the launch of the first international omnichannel campaign “FIND YOUR MOVE”. The campaign brings the joy of movement to TV screens, social media and Lidl stores in over 30 countries. The realignment is a decisive step for CRIVIT on its way to becoming the strongest movement brand in Europe.  Experience movement […]

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1 week ago Russia’s signals on Turkey talks ‘Unconvincing’, says Zelenskiy

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday Ukraine was waiting to see who would represent Russia at proposed talks in Turkey before determining Ukraine’s next steps. “I am waiting to see who will arrive from Russia and then I will determine what steps Ukraine should take. The signals in the media so far are unconvincing,” […]

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1 week ago Banks clash with MPs over push to free trapped property buyers

The battle to free nearly 10,000 “trapped buyers” in Cyprus is heating up, as banks and credit institutions voiced strong opposition to a new law proposal discussed on Wednesday in Parliament. The controversial bill, aimed at unblocking long-stalled title deeds for thousands of homeowners, drew sharp criticism from the association of banks of Cyprus and […]

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1 week ago Cyprus to Join Schengen Area in 2026: A Step Forward in Economic Integration and Tourism Growth

Cyprus to Join Schengen Area in 2026: A Step Forward in Economic Integration and Tourism Growth  Travel And Tour World

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1 week ago Experts outline tokenisation’s real estate potential at Limassol expo

Real estate is evolving fast, with blockchain at the centre of this transformation, as highlighted during a panel discussion at the recently-held REALTYon 2025 expo in Limassol. During the discussion, we learned how tokenisation can reshape ownership. We saw clear comparisons with traditional methods and heard real numbers. We gained practical insights. The discussion was […]

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1 week ago Scotland moves closer to legalising assisted dying for terminally ill

The Scottish parliament voted on Tuesday in favour of a bill that would allow people living in Scotland with a terminal illness to take their own lives, bringing the proposal a step closer to becoming a reality in the country. Ahead of a final vote, the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill will […]

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1 week ago US tech company Tenstorrent takes first step toward Cyprus expansion

Global AI chipmaker Tenstorrent took its first concrete step toward establishing a presence in Cyprus during a strategic visit hosted by the office of the Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation and Technology. According to an announcement released on Tuesday, the high-level delegation marked the company’s initial direct engagement with Cyprus’ innovation ecosystem, following a meeting […]

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1 week ago Mutuum Finance (MUTM): The rising DeFi Crypto that’s turning heads in the Crypto market

While the DeFi space keeps advancing, much of the focus has stayed on established protocols, creating opportunities for newer, more innovative projects to step into the spotlight. Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is one such emerging DeFi project gaining significant attention thanks to its well-defined utility, thoughtful token design, and strategic early-stage rollout. MUTM has been consistently […]

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1 week ago ECOMMVERSE by ECOMMBX: an innovative digital platform for financial services

With the advancement of technology and growing demands for speed, flexibility and tailored solutions, the need for new, alternative forms of financial services has become increasingly clear. Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs) have stepped in to offer digital services designed for immediacy and efficiency. In this evolving landscape, ECOMMBX has developed an innovative platform that brings […]

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