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‘In Cyprus, under 30s are screwed!’

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‘In Cyprus, under 30s are screwed!’

Millennials are the most populous age group in Cyprus, with over a quarter of a million individuals. Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, are entering the workforce and facing challenges such as financial anxiety, minimal salaries, and limited opportunities. They are characterized as practical hedonists who prioritize meaningful experiences over economic security. Generation Z is competing with three other generations for limited jobs, wealth, housing, and opportunities, making the future uncertain for under-30s in Cyprus.

Two Limassol fires , ‘were no accident’

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Two Limassol fires , ‘were no accident’

– Fires broke out in Limassol’s Ayios Sylas and Ayios Therapondas were confirmed to be arson attacks by fire services chief Nikos Longinos.
– Two small businesses were burned to the ground in the area.
– The goal of the fire services was to protect homes and save lives.
– Three aircraft, including two helicopters from Jordan, were called in to help fight the fires.
– 10 fire trucks from Larnaca, Paphos, and Nicosia were on the scene.

US State Department official resigns, says US report on Gaza inaccurate

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US State Department official resigns, says US report on Gaza inaccurate

Stacy Gilbert, a U.S. State Department official, resigned in protest after a report to Congress falsely claimed that Israel was not blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza. Gilbert, who worked in the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, stated that the report’s conclusions were incorrect. The report was submitted in accordance with a new National Security Memorandum issued by President Joe Biden. Gilbert’s resignation came after she disagreed with the final version of the report, which she believed did not accurately reflect the situation in Gaza.

Treasury highlights stable expense management

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Treasury highlights stable expense management

The implementation rate of development expenses from the state budget stood at 13 per cent at the end of April, slightly higher than the ten-year average of 12 per cent for the same period.

United States Tax Data Explorer

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United States Tax Data Explorer

The Tax Foundation’s International Tax Competitiveness Index (ITCI) measures the competitiveness of tax systems in 38 OECD countries based on low tax burdens on business investment and neutrality in tax codes.

We are designing an obsolete future

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We are designing an obsolete future

A study in a small EU member state proposes reducing car use by 13.45% by 2040 through urban tolls and low-emission zones, sparking reactions and ultimately rejected by the Ministry of Transport. The country aims to increase public transport trips to 17% and decrease car use by 14%. Comparisons are made to other EU countries like Denmark and the Netherlands, which have successfully reduced car use through infrastructure improvements. The country is seen as lagging behind in implementing sustainable transport measures.

Scrapping marina project forces change of venue for top name concerts

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Scrapping marina project forces change of venue for top name concerts

The three upcoming summer concerts featuring Tom Jones, Ed Sheeran, and Bonnie Tyler that were supposed to be held at the Larnaca marina have been moved to a nearby area called ‘Land of Tomorrow’ due to the government terminating its agreement with Kition Ocean Holdings over the Larnaca port and marina project.

Limassol mayoral debate ends with fracas

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Limassol mayoral debate ends with fracas

During a mayoral debate in Limassol, a citizen complained to Mayor Nicos Nicolaides about the cleanliness of a plot of land, leading to a tense altercation outside the Laniteio Amphitheatre. Police intervened as the situation escalated, with reports of pushing and shoving among those present. An individual reported being punched by an unknown person, and the case is now under investigation by the Minor Offences Department of the Limassol Police Directorate.

Tototheo Global debut targets expansion beyond maritime horizons

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Tototheo Global debut targets expansion beyond maritime horizons

Tototheo Maritime has rebranded to Tototheo Global, showcasing their evolution into a global leader in technology solutions. They will deliver services across multiple sectors with a focus on connectivity, IoT, AI-driven analytics, and custom software development. The company aims to enhance global connectivity and drive innovation across various industries.

S.,  Africans vote in most competitive election since end of apartheid

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S.,  Africans vote in most competitive election since end of apartheid

South Africans voted in a competitive election where the African National Congress (ANC) could lose its parliamentary majority after 30 years in government.