UK working to tackle driver shortages as industry warnings mount
Britain is working on a number of options to tackle the shortage of truck drivers, including luring former employees back to the market, amid warnings from the food industry that ...
Bolster your immune system, as we approach cold and flu season
By Liz Connor
Autumn can be a challenging time for our immune systems, with countless bugs doing the rounds and cooler temperatures meaning we’re indoors more, making it easier ...
Coronavirus: Tepak says vaccine rule delivering results
Tepak (Cyprus University of Technology) said on Thursday its policy to allow only vaccinated and Covid recovering students to attend courses with a physical presence was proving effective.
The senate’...
Cyprus-Greece-Egypt FMs to hold trilateral meeting in New York
Foreign Minister Nikos Christodoulides continues his contacts on the sidelines of the 76th session of the UN General Assembly in New York and is expected to attend later on Thursday ...
Ronaldo leapfrogs Messi in Forbes list of top-earning players
Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo has reclaimed top spot in the list of the world’s highest-paid soccer players from Lionel Messi, according to Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/...
Europe players go on charm offensive with ‘cheeseheads’
Europe’s players launched a charm offensive ahead of the 43rd Ryder Cup as they adopted the team colours of the Green Bay Packers and threw “cheesehead” souvenirs into the ...
Investments over € 70 million in the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Center
Panikos Nikolaou, Bank of Cyprus managing director: “We consider the Center as one of our most important investments with return of unlimited value.”
For 23 years, the Bank of Cyprus has ...
Gordian: Two homes at a great GoDeals price
For those looking for housing options either for home ownership or investment, GoGordian has two luxury homes on the market at discounted prices. These houses, which are included in the ...
Free tours and live demonstrations at Droushia Weaving Museum
Following the success of its summer effort to promote rural life in the hidden corners of Paphos’ scenic countryside, the Paphos regional board of tourism is resuming free guided tours ...
Canaries volcano blasts lava into the air as ash blankets area
The Cumbre Vieja volcano on the Canary Island of La Palma shot lava into the air in loud bursts on Thursday morning while toxic ash blanketed the surrounding area.
For ...
Coronavirus: 17 individuals, eight businesses fined for breaking decrees
Police reported 17 individuals and eight premises for breaking decrees to contain the spread of coronavirus in the 24 hours to 6.00 am on Thursday.
A police spokesman told the Cyprus News Agency ...
Police probe attempt to smuggle drugs in shampoo container to detainee
Police are investigating an apparent attempt to smuggle drugs in a shampoo container to a detainee in custody in Paphos, the Cyprus New Agency reported on Thursday.
It said that ...
Hellenic Bank: sustainable development a major pillar of its strategic planning
Emphasis on implementing sustainable practices and supporting ‘green’ initiatives and businesses
Extreme weather events are wreaking havoc on many parts of the planet, making the consequences of climate change visible ...
Ablebook: The new app for people with mobility challenges
An innovative app for people with disabilities was recently launched by Ablebook, a startup company which was promoted by Bank of Cyprus IDEA, aiming to provide vulnerable groups with equal ...
Fine and suspended licence for speeding driver (Updated)
Nicosia district court on Thursday suspended the licence, took seven points and imposed a €1,100 fine on a 26-year-old man who was arrested for speeding on the Limassol-Nicosia highway.
Police said ...
Robinhood to begin testing crypto wallets, with broader launch in early 2022
Robinhood Markets Inc (HOOD.O) said on Wednesday it plans to begin testing cryptocurrency wallets next month, with a broader rollout in early 2022, allowing its users to move supported digital ...
In UN climate push, UK PM disputes Kermit: ‘It is easy to be green’
Prime Minister Boris Johnson pushed the world to “grow up” and tackle climate change during his annual United Nations address to world leaders on Wednesday and contradicted Muppets character Kermit ...
Limassol sewerage board signs first contract for €7 million project
The Sewerage Board of Limassol – Amathus (SBLA) signed a contract on Wednesday for the construction of a sewerage system in Palodia, at an estimated cost of €7 million.
“Today, with the ...
Melbourne braces for more anti-lockdown protests as daily cases hit pandemic high
Police in Melbourne prepared for a fourth day of anti-lockdown protests on Thursday and a vaccination hub in the city closed after protesters allegedly abused staff, while COVID-19 cases across ...
FDA clears Pfizer COVID-19 booster for older and at-risk Americans
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized a booster dose of the Pfizer Inc and BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for those 65 and older, all people at high risk of severe ...
Cyprus Business Now
The Research Foundation’s chairman Nikolas Mastroyiannopoulos announced on Wednesday two new security and defence programmes.
The programmes are worth a total of €3 million and are part of Cyprus’ recovery ...
Surge in UK fraud a national security threat, warn banks
A surge in fraud attacks on consumers since the pandemic has become a ‘national security threat’ for Britain requiring government-coordinated action across industries, banking industry lobby group UK Finance has ...
Cyprus’ internet quality good, affordability poor – study
Cyprus currently ranks 35th in the world in terms of digital quality of life (DQL), according to a study conducted by cybersecurity company Surfshark.
A DQL index is calculated by ...
Our View: Anastasiades wrong not to back Elpidoforos’ political pragmatism
It was very disappointing to hear that President Anastasiades cancelled his scheduled meeting with Archbishop Elpidoforos of America, citing a heavy work schedule as his excuse. This was not the ...