Dating app Grindr to go public in $2.1 bln SPAC deal
Gay dating app Grindr said on Monday it would go public through a merger with a blank-check acquisition firm – a deal that values it at $2.1 billion and features Tiga Investments ...
No to bullying, as nutrition day marked with call for balanced diet
While highlighting the importance of a balanced diet to address childhood obesity, the health ministry on Tuesday called for a stop to body shaming, underlining how acceptance of diversity in ...
Cabinet approves holiday scheme for disabled
Cabinet on Tuesday approved a new holiday scheme for people with disabilities expected to benefit some 600 individuals.
The Holiday Plan for People with Disabilities entails a subsidy of €300 to €700 to ...
Ukraine says Russia pounding Mariupol steel works, mayor’s aide says 100 civilians remain
Ukraine said Russian forces were pummelling a steel works in Mariupol on Tuesday where a local official said at least 100 civilians were still holed up with the last fighters defending ...
Low-cost carrier Wizz Air explores opportunities in Saudi Arabia
Hungarian low-cost airline Wizz Air (WIZZ.L) said on Tuesday it had agreed to work with Saudi Arabia to explore opportunities to develop the air market in the kingdom, which ...
New protest against proposed ‘death factory’ (updated)
A group of Nicosia district residents protested outside the agriculture ministry on Tuesday against the state’s decision to relocate an asphalt plant that was said to be causing air ...
EU awards Cyprus Prisons Department for diversity in sports
The Prisons Department emerged among the top three organisations participating in the pan-European competition #Beinclusive EU Sport Award 2022 and won an award under the “Celebrating Diversity” category.
The EU Commission ...
Germany prepares crisis plan for abrupt end to Russian gas
German officials are quietly preparing for any sudden halt in Russian gas supplies with an emergency package that could include taking control of critical firms, three people familiar with the ...
BoCCF hosts virtual summit on Cyprus as borderland
The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation (BoCCF) recently hosted with great success the International Virtual Conference ‘Borderland: Christian Identities and Cultures in Early Modern Cyprus and Beyond’, which ran over ...
On possible nuclear strike, Russia says: it’s all in our military doctrine
Asked if Russia would rule out a preemptive tactical nuclear strike on Ukraine, Russia’s deputy foreign minister said on Tuesday that a decision on the possible use of nuclear ...
Lidl Cyprus creates lactation room in honour of Mother’s Day
Lidl Cyprus strives always to demonstrate consistent commitment to equality and diversity via its existing procedures, corporate practices and the development and growth of its people.
The company plans family-support ...
Djokovic says ‘special’ Alcaraz is a firm favourite for French Open
World number one Novak Djokovic heaped praise on newly-crowned Madrid Open champion Carlos Alcaraz, saying that the Spanish teenager is a firm favourite for the French Open later this month.
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Liverpool’s Klopp believes title race is still not over
Liverpool may be three points behind league leaders Manchester City in the Premier League with three games to go but manager Jurgen Klopp said on Monday he does not believe ...
Cabinet approves incentives scheme for solar water heaters
Cabinet on Tuesday approved a €600,000 incentives scheme for the installation or replacement of solar water heaters in homes proposed by Energy Minister Natasa Pilides.
The plan offers a subsidy of €450 ...
The Future of DeFi: Ethereum (ETH), Aave (AAVE) and Calyx Token (CLX)
Decentralised finance (DeFi) is a vital component of the cryptocurrency sector and one of the most talked-about trends of the past few years. DeFi has remained popular amongst investors, and ...
Coronavirus: SafePass dropped for nightclubs, weddings (update 2)
By Jonathan Shkurko and Gina Agapiou
A SafePass will no longer be required at entertainment centres, nightclubs and events such as weddings and christenings as from May 15, Cabinet decided on ...
Book review: Matrix by Lauren Groff
Not a lot of people think of the classical Latin roots of the word ‘matrix’ when they hear it. But to understand Lauren Groff’s latest novel, a fictionalised history ...
Labour ministry cracks down on undeclared work
The ministry of labour has announced it will be carrying out nationwide targeted inspections at hospitality venues and cafes during the month of May, in order to combat undeclared work ...
Lex Netflix – Swiss to vote on streaming tax, European border agency
Swiss voters decide on Sunday whether to make global video streaming services support Swiss filmmakers and on spending more money on Europe’s Frontex border security agency in a referendum ...
Protests break out as Philippines election returns a Marcos to presidency
The Philippines woke to a new but familiar political landscape on Tuesday, after an election triumph by Ferdinand Marcos Jr. paved the way for a once-unimaginable return to the country’...
Festival to highlight important role of bees
“Bee Engaged”, is the motto of this year’s Bee Festival slated to take place on World Bee Day, May 22, at Ora village in Larnaca.
An announcement by the organisers ...
Daily News Briefing
In today’s episode, the British bases, comprising three per cent of the island’s territory, will allow for the construction of houses, shops, restaurants and light industrial facilities while ...
A weekend of celebrations to look forward to
The second weekend of May is looking to be another one filled with music, outdoor fiestas, celebrations and even a Eurovision screening. Kicking off the weekend fun is the last ...
Tips and ideas for cutting car insurance costs
The cost of maintenance and gas is not the only recurring price you pay for owning and operating a car. Car insurance is another massive cost that gets added to ...