15 h. ago Yiorkadjis calls for Sizopoulos’ support to enhance district govts’ independence

Nicosia District Governor Constantinos Yiorkadjis on Friday called on outgoing Edek leader and House interior committee member Marinos Sizopoulos to give his support to increase both the financial and administrative independence of Cyprus’ district governments. Speaking after a meeting between the pair, Yiorkadjis said he hopes Sizopoulos will give “the necessary support, both in the […]

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17 h. ago Christodoulides, Finnish PM discuss EU budget and migration ahead of 2026 presidency

President Nikos Christodoulides on Friday discussed with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo the prospects for the European Union’s next multiannual financial framework, which is due to be renewed in 2028, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said. The European Commission presented its first document regarding the next multiannual financial framework in February, with discussions on the next […]

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20 h. ago Pitstop change could make Monaco a crazy race, says Verstappen

Monaco could be a crazy race this year due to drivers having to make a mandatory two stops, Red Bull’s reigning Formula One champion Max Verstappen said on Thursday. The rule change has been introduced to liven up the show at a tight and twisty circuit that some see as an anachronism, with overtaking extremely […]

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22 h. ago Cyprus eyes deeper Qatari investment ties with new proposals in Doha

Cyprus is courting Qatari investors with a push to expand cooperation in real estate, tech and financial services, as part of efforts to bolster bilateral ties and attract strategic capital into the island’s economy. During an official visit to Doha, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou met with Rashid bin Hamad Al-Athba, Second Vice President of the […]

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24 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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39 h. ago CBC governor outlines strategies for economic resilience and growth

Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) governor Christodoulos Patsalides on Thursday used his address at the 4th ICPAC Mediterranean Finance Summit to underline the importance of resilience in the face of global economic uncertainties. At the event, Patsalides highlighted the necessity for strategic reforms and robust regulatory frameworks to ensure financial stability and sustainable growth. “We […]

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39 h. ago EU to postpone key bank rules, waits on US deregulation plans

The European Union is set to delay new, global rules governing banks’ trading again as it waits for more clarity about the US administration’s plans to deregulate its financial sector, sources told Reuters. The Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) is a key part the Basel III package devised in the wake of the […]

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64 h. ago How to choose an SEO agency in 2025 – Without getting burned

If you’ve ever hired an SEO agency and walked away with nothing but a confusing PDF and a lighter wallet – you’re not alone. Choosing the right SEO partner in 2025 is harder than ever. There are thousands of firms, freelancers, and “growth consultants” out there, all claiming to be data-driven, AI-optimized, and ROI-obsessed. But […]

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68 h. ago EU plans to introduce flat fee on all small personal items ordered online

The European Union plans to levy a flat fee on billions of small packages entering the bloc, mainly from China, the Financial Times reported citing a proposal. The European Commission circulated a draft proposal on a handling fee on Monday after pressure from member states whose customs authorities are overwhelmed by the 4.6 billion items […]

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68 h. ago Many Greeks feel insecure about their financial future, research finds

Just under half of Greeks feel insecure about their financial future, according to new research released by fintech firm Plum. The survey found that 26 per cent of Greeks feel very insecure, while another 19 per cent feel somewhat insecure. Moreover, only one in five respondents, or 20 per cent, expressed a sense of financial […]

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4 d. ago People in 70 countries are missing out on medical care amid funding cuts, says WHO

People in at least 70 countries are missing out on medical treatment due to funding cuts to aid programmes, the WHO said on Monday, adding it also faces major financial challenges. “Patients are missing out on treatments, health facilities have closed, health workers have lost their jobs, and people face increased out-of-pocket health spending,” WHO […]

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4 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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6 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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7 d. ago UN ‘looks forward’ to working with EU’s Hahn, Ertugruloglu rules out meeting him

Mixed reactions to the European Commission’s decision to appoint Johannes Hahn as its special envoy for the Cyprus problem have continued, with the United Nations “looking forward” to working with him, and the north’s ‘foreign minister’ Tahsin Ertugruloglu swiftly ruling out the prospect of meeting him. “I will leave most comments to the EU, but […]

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7 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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7 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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7 d. ago Mobile trading: What are the best forex brokers offer on the go

Mobile trading has become an essential feature of the modern forex market. As more users seek direct access to global financial markets through smartphones and tablets, brokers have adapted their services to meet this demand. Today, most trading activity does not require a desktop terminal, and executing a position, monitoring charts, or adjusting risk settings […]

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