12 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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12 h. ago Cyprus insurance sector reaches milestone with global affiliation

The Insurance Association of Cyprus (Saek) has officially joined the Global Federation of Insurance Associations (GFIA), the world’s pre-eminent federation for insurance trade bodies, in a move designed to strengthen the international standing and influence of the Cypriot insurance market. Established in 2012, the GFIA serves as a central institutional interlocutor for international organisations and […]

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17 h. ago Alpha Bank Cyprus marks milestone year after AstroBank acquisition

Alpha Bank Cyprus bets on green finance and innovation after merger Alpha Bank Cyprus on Wednesday said that 2025 marked a milestone year that reshaped its position in the local market. This follows the completion of the transfer of most banking activities of the former AstroBank after securing all supervisory approvals, a move aimed at […]

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19 h. ago Bank of Cyprus partners with Avenga for new AI digital platform

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) has signed a strategic partnership with Avenga for the co-development of a new digital platform leveraging Agentic AI and the full suite of Microsoft Azure AI services, marking a further step in the bank’s long-term digital transformation journey. The initiative forms part of the bank’s multi-year cloud strategy, developed in […]

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21 h. ago Chief of Staff Wiles describes internal strains inside Trump White House in interviews

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles revealed internal tensions in the Trump administration over issues from immigration enforcement to government downsizing in comments published by Vanity Fair on Tuesday that paint an unflattering picture of the role played by some of President Donald Trump’s close aides. In a series of 11 interviews with author […]

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22 h. ago Cyprus takes part in the international maritime expo MARINTEC China 2025 for the first time

Cyprus takes part in the international maritime expo MARINTEC China 2025 for the first time  cbn.com.cy

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22 h. ago Harassment awareness moves up agenda for Cyprus and global shipping 

Cyprus’ shipping community has increasingly been drawn into global efforts to tackle harassment at sea, as the island’s maritime cluster aligns with international campaigns, regulatory changes and growing expectations around crew welfare and inclusion. In the mid of 2025, the International Maritime Organisation’s Day of the Seafarer campaign, themed “My Harassment-Free Ship”, was actively promoted […]

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22 h. ago Harassment awareness moves up agenda for Cyprus and global shipping

Harassment awareness moves up agenda for Cyprus and global shipping  Cyprus Mail

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38 h. ago Hungary Outshines Malta, Cyprus, Spain, and France in 2025 Tourism Growth: How the Country’s Smart Strategy Is Attracting More Visitors!

Hungary Outshines Malta, Cyprus, Spain, and France in 2025 Tourism Growth: How the Country’s Smart Strategy Is Attracting More Visitors!  Travel And Tour World

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40 h. ago Russia can’t escape paying the bill for war in Ukraine, EU’s Kallas says

Russia cannot escape paying the bill for its war in Ukraine, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said at the establishment of an International Claims Commission for Ukraine in The Hague on Monday. The commission, which will validate war damages in Ukraine to be paid by Russia, sends a message to future aggressors, Kallas said, […]

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42 h. ago Η TOMMY HILFIGER ΚΑΛΩΣΟΡΙΖΕΙ ΤΟΝ ΟΔΗΓΟ FORMULA 1® SERGIO PÉREZ ΩΣ GLOBAL BRAND AMBASSADOR

Αξιοποιώντας τη μακρά παράδοση συνεργασιών με κορυφαίους αθλητές, η νέα συνεργασία ενισχύει τη σύνδεση της Tommy Hilfiger με τον παγκόσμιο αθλητισμό και την κουλτούρα. Το σημαντικό αυτό ορόσημο εγκαινιάζει μία συνεργασία που περιλαμβάνει elevated menswear προτάσεις, race–inspired fanwear, refined ρολόγια, καθώς και εμφανίσεις σε brand campaigns και immersive events. ΑΜΣΤΕΡΝΤΑΜ, ΟΛΛΑΝΔΙΑ (Δεκέμβριος 2025) – Η Tommy […]

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42 h. ago Sustainability must shape every business function, says Eurobank

Eurobank highlighted the importance of embedding environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into core business strategy rather than treating them as a communications exercise, during its participation in the 4th Cyprus ESG Forum. The aim, according to the bank, is to promote accountability and sustainable practices across the business community. The forum, held in Nicosia […]

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44 h. ago IOM Issues Migration Recommendations to the Incoming Cyprus EU Presidency

IOM Issues Migration Recommendations to the Incoming Cyprus EU Presidency  International Organization for Migration

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44 h. ago TTW includes Cyprus among 'Top 50 Global Travel Destinations for 2026'

TTW includes Cyprus among 'Top 50 Global Travel Destinations for 2026'  cbn.com.cy

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46 h. ago Trump seeks $10 billion in damages, accuses BBC of splicing speech to incite violence

President Donald Trump sued the BBC on Monday for defamation over edited clips of a speech that made it appear he directed supporters to storm the U.S. Capitol, opening an international front in his fight against media coverage he deems untrue or unfair. Trump accused Britain’s publicly owned broadcaster of defaming him by splicing together […]

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53 h. ago Riccos Sound & Lights joins Outline’s global distribution network in Cyprus

Riccos Sound & Lights joins Outline’s global distribution network in Cyprus  LightSoundJournal.com

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61 h. ago Vast majority of Ukrainians reject major peace concessions, poll finds

Ukraine has sought to push back on an original U.S.-backed plan it and its European allies saw as favourable to Moscow, which is demanding that Kyiv give up its entire eastern Donbas region and significantly restrict its military capabilities. The poll, by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology, found that 72% of Ukrainians were prepared […]

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68 h. ago Cypriot teams deliver impressive show at Robotex international

Cyprus has marked its most ambitious participation yet at the Robotex International World Robotics Competition in Tallinn, Estonia, with a record-sized delegation and impressive performances across multiple disciplines, said the Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) . The annual global robotics festival, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, was held beginning of December 2025 at the Unibet […]

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68 h. ago EU shipping, ports strategy moves forward with Cyprus set for presidency role

Europe is pressing ahead with plans to strengthen its shipping, shipbuilding and ports sectors, despite stalled global talks on decarbonisation, with the European Commission preparing two major strategies aimed at boosting competitiveness, investment and security of supply. Speaking at the European Shipowners’ Association’s 60th anniversary conference, Fotini Ioannidou, Director of Waterborne Transport at the European […]

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4 d. ago Cyprus steps onto global space stage with new industry alliance

Cyprus steps onto global space stage with new industry alliance  Kathimerini

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