Government prepares subsidies for elderly care

Government prepares subsidies for elderly care

The government is preparing subsidies for elderly people who require long-term care in nursing homes but face financial constraints.

MPs rush bill to extend hotel license grace period

MPs rush bill to extend hotel license grace period

– Currently over 90 per cent of hotel businesses are not able to secure the required certificates for a full operating license.
– Lingering concerns that the bill does not include adequate provisions relating to fire safety regulations.

Monks testify over scandal-hit Osiou Avakoum

Monks testify over scandal-hit Osiou Avakoum

Monks Isiais and Timotheos from the Osiou Avakoum monastery testified before a church investigative committee for around two hours each.

EU Commission: two firefighting aircraft to Cyprus

EU Commission: two firefighting aircraft to Cyprus

The European Commission will reinforce Cyprus’ firefighting fleet with two aircraft this summer, amid increased risks of forest fires.

Roman Polanski acquitted by French court in defamation trial

Roman Polanski acquitted by French court in defamation trial

Film director Roman Polanski was acquitted by a French court of defaming British actress Charlotte Lewis, who accused him of raping her when she was a teenager. Lewis alleged the abuse occurred in 1983 when she was 16, after traveling to Paris for a casting session. Polanski called her accusations a “heinous lie” in a 2019 interview, leading to the defamation lawsuit. Lewis disputed a quote attributed to her in a 1999 interview, and Polanski’s lawyer celebrated the verdict as a win for free speech. Despite the acquittal, Lewis expressed disappointment and stated she would appeal. Polanski has faced multiple sexual assault allegations, denying them all, and has struggled to secure distribution deals for his films in the wake of the #MeToo movement.

From algorithms to assets: How math shapes financial strategies for college students

From algorithms to assets: How math shapes financial strategies for college students

Fact: Understanding and applying basic mathematical principles can enhance college students’ financial literacy and help them make informed decisions for a stable and prosperous future.

Holguin, ’s departure raises doubts (Update 2)

Holguin, ’s departure raises doubts (Update 2)

Fact: Disy MP Averof Neophytou criticized the Christodoulides government for inaction, stating that the state leadership has confined itself to the role of observer and commentator.

Limassol chamber to host support scheme presentation

Limassol chamber to host support scheme presentation

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry and the Limassol Chamber of Commerce & Industry, will host an event to introduce a new entrepreneurship support scheme on May 14, 2024.

Bank of Cyprus named best bank, best investment bank

Bank of Cyprus named best bank, best investment bank

Bank of Cyprus was named the Best Bank and Best Investment Bank in Cyprus by Global Finance in 2024.

Twin banking honours for BoC at 2024 Global Finance awards

Twin banking honours for BoC at 2024 Global Finance awards

Global Finance named Bank of Cyprus the Best Bank and Best Investment Bank in Cyprus in its 2024 awards.