House President Annita Demetriou passionately urges Cyprus to take bold steps towards peace, emphasizing the need for transparency, communication, and mutual respect between communities. She warns against passivity, calling for unity and proactive approaches to demonstrate Cyprus’s commitment to resolving the longstanding conflict.
In a bid to bolster privacy measures and align with GDPR regulations, the Bank of Cyprus has revamped its privacy statement. This move ensures enhanced data security, clear data processing information, and accessible privacy statements online and in branches, showcasing the bank’s commitment to transparency and accountability in data handling.
The 63yearold former police officer in Limassol is facing charges related to running a pyramid scheme through Metamax, promising investors high returns in cryptocurrencies. The alleged scheme spanned multiple Cypriot towns, resulting in losses of €150,000 for 55 individuals and has left the community reeling from the betrayal of trust, as investigations continue to unfold.
In a surprising turn of events, the Supreme Court has decided to review the Thanasis Nicolaou case, potentially overturning the ruling that his death was a strangulation. Former state pathologist Panicos Stavrianos has been granted the opportunity to challenge the cause of death, advocating for a “voluntary fall from a height” instead.
The 50th anniversary memorial service for Guardsman Graime Lawson commemorates his sacrifice as the first British soldier to fall during the UN Peacekeeping mission in Cyprus in 1974, recognizing his dedication at only 17 years old. The ceremony pays tribute to youth and service, honoring Lawson’s legacy and shedding light on the risks associated with peacekeeping missions worldwide.
Shortterm rentals in Cyprus, like Airbnb, have sparked a debate over their economic impact. While critics fear they inflate rental prices, advocates such as Yiannis Kotzias highlight their role in job creation, state revenue, and tourism, calling for balanced regulation to support their potential.
Escalating tensions in the Cyprus buffer zone have seen a 70% increase in breaches, deployment of largecalibre weaponry, new fighting positions, and hightech surveillance cameras with infrared capabilities, raising concerns about peace efforts by the UN Peacekeeping Force. The buffer zone, a dividing line since 1974, is now fraught with a delicate balance of power and peace, as the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities engage in a potentially dangerous game of military advancements, risking a conflagration born out of misjudgment or misunderstanding.
Cyprus shines in the European innovation landscape, ranking 10th among EU states with a remarkable 39% growth rate in innovation since 2017. The nation excels in scientific collaboration, trademark applications, and digital transformation, indicating a strategic push towards enhancing its innovation ecosystem.
The 1974 coup in Cyprus, orchestrated by the Athens Junta and Eoka B, still echoes in the nation’s memory 50 years later. President Nikos Christodoulides calls for truth and accountability, urging the island towards unity and reconciliation in the face of lingering historical wounds.
The consequences of driving under the influence (DUI) in Limassol are severe, leading to arrest and criminal charges due to the high risk it poses to road safety. A recent incident involving a 31yearold man with a blood alcohol content of 103mg per 100ml of blood while driving with his wife and two young children highlights the importance of responsible driving and the devastating impacts of drink driving on families and communities.
