Cyprus has suspended its processing of asylum claims for applicants of Syrian origin, President Nikos Christodoulides announced on Saturday. In a post on X, the social media platform better known as Twitter, he said the decision had been taken in light of the “recent mass arrival of Syrian political asylum...
Police on Saturday refuted claims of abuse against Bangladeshi nationals, after growing criticism on the way it carried out the raid in Limassol, that led to the death of Anisur Rahman. A text message said to be from one of the 11 Bangladeshi nationals who were living in the fifth-floor...
Manchester City provisionally climbed to the top of the Premier League table after thrashing lowly Luton Town 5-1 on Saturday, with Daiki Hashioka scoring an own goal off his face and Erling Haaland netting his 20th league goal of the season. Pep Guardiola’s champions have 73 points with six games...
A spectacular summer charity dinner is fast approaching, organised by the Karaiskakio Foundation and the Ayia Napa Marina. Titled the Glowmorous Dinner, the charity event will take place on Friday, June 21, at 9pm at the Ayia Napa Marina and aims at financially supporting the Paediatric Oncology Centre of the...
Two-time champion Stefanos Tsitsipas stunned second seed Jannik Sinner 6-4 3-6 6-4 to advance to the final of the Monte-Carlo Masters on Saturday. The 25-year-old Greek, who has won the title in 2021 and 2022, kept his cool after a near-flawless display in the opening set to stop Sinner from...
Almost half British firms plan to raise their prices over the coming year as they struggle with high wage bills, according to a survey that underscored why the Bank of England is cautious about cutting interest rates. The British Chambers of Commerce said 46 per cent of its member companies...
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology and finance, Ethereum stands out as a captivating and promising concept for individuals and businesses alike. Functioning as a groundbreaking blockchain platform, Ethereum has not only revolutionized the way digital transactions are perceived but has also redefined the very essence of trust and...
Britain’s climate change minister Graham Stuart resigned from the government after eight years on Friday, saying it was the right time to step down. Stuart said he would stand again for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives in an election expected later this year, with the opposition Labour Party leading in...
The government will continue measures to minimise the damage done by forest fires, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said on Saturday at a tree planting in Chandria. She said that deforestation and the uncontrolled use of forests have led to an alarming decline in the number of trees worldwide, causing the...
Two boats with a total of 141 migrants spotted on Friday night off Cape Greco by the port police landed on Saturday and the migrants onboard were taken to Pournara. The boats were carrying 92 men, 12 women, 25 children and 12 unaccompanied minors. The migrants are 138 refugees from...
A dominant Newcastle United struck twice within 95 seconds as Alexander Isak’s brace helped them secure a 4-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday, a vital result in their bid to qualify for European competition. Newcastle, unbeaten at home since January, moved up to sixth place...
Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Saturday said he is concerned about a possible Iranian attack on Israel and the consequences it would have for Cyprus. During an interview at the Delphi Forum in Greece, Kombos said that if Iran strikes Israel directly, “we will be faced with a paradigm shift,...
JPMorgan Chase’s profit rose 6 per cent in the first quarter, although its shares dropped after the bank’s forecast for its income from interest payments came in below analysts’ expectations. High borrowing costs have helped lenders boost net interest income (NII), or the difference between what banks earn on loans...
New cultural routes in the Famagusta district are being planned by the deputy ministries of culture and tourism, focussing on remote monuments or those unknown to the general public, Deputy Culture Minister Vasiliki Kassianidou said on Saturday. She was speaking at a conference entitled Achna…Place, History, Culture, People, and said...
Energy, Commerce and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou and Japan’s Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Economy Taku Ishii on Saturday expressed the joint wish to renew discussions on strengthening economic and business ties between the two countries. Papanastasiou met with Ishii during a visit to Japan, heading a business delegation organised by the...
Mola Culture Factory in Lefkara village will host an exhibition this month with works by its resident artist Peter Bird. The prolific artist has been based in Cyprus since 2009, tirelessly producing intricate and imaginative sculptures and paintings. His artistic journey began when visiting Egypt years ago and seeing their...
CHRISTIANA MICHAELIDOU on how to straddle seasons While it is hot during the day, it is still a bit chilly during the night. This only makes us a bit confused as we are not sure of what to wear and what we really should have in our wardrobes. While we...
A vessel has been seized by “regional authorities” between the United Arab Emirates and Iran, maritime security agencies said on Saturday, days after Iran warned it could close the area to sea traffic. UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said the vessel had been seized 50 nautical miles (92 km) northeast...
Understanding ETF liquidity is essential for investors looking to navigate the financial markets effectively. Liquidity impacts the ease and cost of trading ETFs, influencing investment decisions and portfolio performance. This article explores key factors that contribute to ETF liquidity, providing valuable insights for investors. Gaining a deeper understanding of ETF...
‘He jumped to save himself because he had hope’ Hundreds of protestors gathered in Limassol on Saturday slamming racism outside the apartment where Bangladeshi national Anis Rahman jumped to his death to escape a police raid. Riot officers were out in full gear with the water canon Aiantas on...
Cyprus’ contribution to the EU renewable energy target “so far is well below that seen in EU legislation”, EU Commissioner for the Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, Virginijus Sinkevicius said on Saturday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), he added however that the island has taken “significant steps” towards implementing...
A fire in Tseri extensively damaged a café overnight, fire services spokesman Andreas Kettis said on Saturday. The fire was detected at 5.31am at a café on Tseriou Avenue in Tseri. It was extinguished by firefighters who entered the establishment using breathing apparatus. According to Kettis, the café consisted of...
Travel advisories for Israel and Palestine (West Bank and Gaza), Lebanon and Iran remain in effect, Cyprus’ foreign ministry said on Saturday following developments in the region. In a statement, the ministry recalled that as noted in the travel advisory for Israel and Palestine (West Bank and Gaza), dated October...
One person was killed and 10 others were injured on Friday in the southern Turkish province of Antalya after a cable car cabin collided with a broken pole, the interior ministry said on Saturday. Twenty-four cabins were stranded in the air at 5:23 p.m. (1423 GMT) on Friday. Sixteen hours...
An attacker who fatally knifed five people in a Sydney mall was shot dead by police in Sydney’s beachside suburb of Bondi on Saturday, police said, as hundreds fled the scene. The assailant was shot by a police officer after he engaged with nine people in the busy Westfield Bondi...
