Increased prices in over 20 products for August
Increases in 25 categories of basic products in a total of 45 categories were recorded for the month of August, the consumer protection service of the energy ministry said on Wednesday.
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Israel bans workers from Gaza as border tensions escalate
Israel shut crossing points with Gaza on Wednesday, preventing thousands of workers from getting to their jobs in Israel and the West Bank, after days of border demonstrations in which ...
President and Chevron execs discuss Aphrodite field exploitation
The exploitation of the Aphrodite natural gas remains a priority President Nikos Christodoulides and the head of Chevron international Clay Neff, and other team members said on Wednesday.
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New regulations approved for heated tobacco products
Amended regulations that provide for bans and warning labels for heated tobacco products with aromatic substances were approved by the cabinet on Wednesday.
Following the meeting, Health Minister Popi Kanari ...
Intense day of local elections in June
Political parties were informed on Wednesday of the changes which have taken place in the electoral system due to recently enacted local government reforms.
In a meeting regarding next year’...
Freedom Finance Europe brings world ballet to Cyprus
Renowned dancers from leading world theatres are travelling to Cyprus this autumn to stage a unique ballet performance. As Freedom Finance Europe partners with the Celebrity Gala art project, two ...
Planned meeting to plot support measures for shoppers
Trade unions and civil organisations on Wednesday expressed their alarm and strong dissatisfaction with the seemingly ineffective measures taken thus far to address inflation and the cost of living.
Trade ...
What deputy government spokesperson claimed overtime for
Further details emerged on Wednesday of the overtime request filed by deputy government spokesperson Doxa Komodromou, including three hours one evening for attending a charity football event for children with ...
Greece seeks price transparency at supermarkets to help families
Big supermarkets in Greece will need to share with authorities their price lists for basic foods, the government said on Wednesday, in an effort to help households grappling with rising ...
Sunak waters down Britain’s climate goals
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak watered down Britain’s commitments to tackle climate change on Wednesday, delaying targets for changing cars and domestic heating to maintain the consent of the British ...
AG rebuffs auditor-general’s claim of squandering money
Attorney-general Giorgos Savvides on Wednesday sought to set the record straight after auditor-general Odysseas Michaelides slammed the proposed plan for a new legal service building.
Earlier in the day, daily ...
International journalists call for investigation into spy claims
Six international media freedom organisations and journalists’ associations said they were “highly concerned about the alleged surveillance of journalist Makarios Drousiotis, and the fact that there has not been a ...
Successful conclusion to fourth Lidl Wellness Camp
Amid the beautiful setting of Agros village, over 100 people had the chance to participate in compelling experiential workshops, seminars and activities recently, as well as relax in the unique grounds ...
Christodoulides calls on Erdogan to work together for peace (updated)
‘Gunboat diplomacy and strong-arm tactics belong to the past’
President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday called on his Turkish counterpart Tayyip Erdogan to work together to send a message of peace ...
King Charles greeted in France with pomp, diplomacy on state visit
King Charles arrived in France on Wednesday for a three-day state visit, during which he and President Emmanuel Macron will hope to build on symbolism and personal bonds to turn ...
Interior ministry to boost old Nicosia’s modern European identity
The interior ministry on Wednesday presented plans to revitalise old Nicosia, including grants to boost business activity, student accommodation grants, town planning incentives and housing arrangements, and home ownership grants.
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Politicians express support for Armenia
Politicians on opposite sides of the divide in Cyprus on Wednesday found themselves on either side of the conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh, with Greek Cypriots expressing their support for Armenia, and ...
Doctors say ‘not consulted’ on longer working hours
Doctors “were not consulted” about the planned extension of afternoon outpatient clinic hours, the doctors and clinical directors branch of civil servants union Pasydy said on Wednesday.
Health minister Popi ...
Premeditated Paphos murder trial postponed
The trial of a 45-year-old man accused of the premeditated murder of Ioannis Polycarpou, who was attacked by a driver while on his moped, was postponed on Wednesday.
The trial ...
Cyprus secures EIB loan of €369 million
Cyprus has received a loan of over €350 million from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to boost social cohesion, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said on Wednesday.
The loan of €369 million is ...
Commerce ministry defends planned shopping app
The commerce ministry on Wednesday defended its e-kalathi proposal, which has faced criticism, saying that it is one of the many measures it has taken to tackle the impact of ...
Former Disy leader urges president to take initiatives in NY
Former Disy leader Averof Neophytou has urged President Nikos Christodoulides to display clarity and a readiness to undertake initiatives at Friday’s meeting with the UN Secretary-General in New York.
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Putting his best foot forward
PAUL LAMBIS meets a young South African Cypriot making a name for himself on the football field
In August 2023, South African defender Marko Veselinovic signed a two-year contract with AEL ...
Israeli rape suspects remanded for another day
The five Israeli nationals accused of raping a British woman in Ayia Napa earlier this month were remanded in custody for an extra day for the second consecutive day on ...