Greek PM rules out snap election ahead of tough winter due to energy
Greece’s prime minister ruled out an early election on Thursday, quashing speculation at home that a snap poll could be held this fall before his popularity takes a hit ...
Meme stock GameStop jumps on share split bandwagon
GameStop Corp’s (GME.N) board has approved a four-for-one stock split that will make it more affordable for investors to own shares of the video-game retailer at the center ...
EU funds to make Cyprus economy more competitive says commissioner
President Nicos Anastasiades on Thursday met with EU Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms Elisa Ferreira, with the latter travelling to Cyprus to announce the approval of the Cohesion Policy’s ...
Ukraine raises flag on recaptured island as Russia consolidates gains in east
Ukrainian forces raised their national flag on a recaptured Black Sea island on Thursday in a symbol of defiance against Moscow, but Russian forces consolidated gains in eastern Ukraine and ...
Russia rejoices at Boris Johnson’s fall: ‘we don’t like him either’
Russian officials lined up to celebrate the downfall of Boris Johnson on Thursday, with a leading tycoon casting the British leader as a “stupid clown” who had finally got his ...
Greek tourism bounces back, but high inflation rears its ugly head
Foreign visitors are flocking back to Greece’s islands and ancient monuments, raising hopes for its vital tourism industry after a turbulent two years, though the impact of high inflation ...
Paul McCartney: what are his health secrets?
By Imy Brighty-Potts
Paul McCartney turned 80 on June 18, making him last Sunday the oldest person ever to have been a Glastonbury headliner.
The octogenarian is still going for it on ...
Three new Pelican crossings in Paphos
Three Pelican pedestrian crossings are now in operation on the Geroskipou northern bypass road, within the municipal boundaries of Paphos, the municipality said on Thursday.
The construction of the pedestrian ...
Remains of three killed during coup found as exhumations continue
The remains of three men killed by Eoka B 48 years ago have been located in a common grave in Limassol, the Cyprus News Agency reported on Thursday.
It said that ...
Morning Bid: King dollar, you reign supreme
Whoever coined the phrase “king dollar” certainly had good reason for doing so and currency trading this week only confirms that the epithet holds true.
With recession risks running high, ...
On-duty clinics to start work on Saturday (Updated)
On-duty clinics across the island will start operating on Saturday, the health insurance organisation (HIO) and Health Minister Michalis Hadjipantela announced on Thursday.
The minister said the move would strengthen ...
Shell boosts oil and gas asset value as refining soars
Shell (SHEL.L) said on Thursday said it would reverse up to $4.5 billion in writedowns on oil and gas assets after it raised its energy prices outlook following Russia’s ...
Deok ups pressure on government over minimum wage
Deok trade union confederation has joined Peo and Sek in accusing the government of backing down after the broad meeting that took place at the presidential palace on Tuesday failed ...
Ukraine summons Turkish ambassador after Russian ship leaves port
Ukraine’s foreign ministry said on Thursday a Russian ship carrying Ukrainian grain had been allowed to leave the Turkish port of Karasu, calling it an “unacceptable situation and summoning ...
Euro just off two-decade low, volatility at highest since March 2020
The euro edged higher on Thursday, supported by rising risk appetite but still within striking distance of its two-decade low as surging energy prices fuel recession fears.
Meanwhile, implied volatility ...
Hoteliers says Larnaca tourism arrivals ‘satisfactory’
Tourist arrivals to Larnaca are satisfactory, particularly given problems plaguing European airports and the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a spokesman for the district’s hotel association told ...
Israel economy to grow 4.9 per cent in 2022
Israel’s economic growth is expected to slow to 4.9 per cent in 2022 after an 8.2 per cent spurt last year, the Finance Ministry said on Thursday.
It expects higher inflation and ...
Police fire warning shots to catch fleeing defendant (updated)
A defendant attempted to flee from his court hearing early on Thursday, leading to police firing warning shots in the air as they dashed after him.
The 44-year-old managed to ...
Restaurant review: No 9, Latchi, Paphos
By Sarah Coyne
Sometimes we all need a little push to take time off work and partake of the touristy activities on our doorstep. With the family’s arrival after ...
Turkish cenbank to offer unlimited lira rediscount credit funding
The Turkish central bank is ready to source unlimited funding for lira rediscount credits extended to exporter companies, a source with knowledge of central bank actions said on Wednesday.
Turkish ...
How long does a lemon law case take in Dana Point?
Lemon laws are in place to protect the consumer from products that are faulty or that are not what they claim to be or do. This means that they are ...
Wish you were clean beach clean-up campaign at Mazotos
A beach clean-up ‘Wish you were clean Vol III’ will be held at Mazotos beach, Larnaca on Sunday, the second of four being organised across the island aimed at battling ...
City star Sterling moves closer to Chelsea switch
Raheem Sterling has agreed personal terms for a move to Chelsea from Manchester City, the PA news agency understands.
The two Premier League clubs are now working out the final ...
Emotions on hold as Mum Tatjana takes on Aunt Ons
When barbecue buddies Ons Jabeur and Tatjana Maria step on to Centre Court for their Wimbledon semi-final on Thursday, the loyalties of an eight-year-old German girl who will be sitting ...