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Cyprus faces outcry over Israeli real estate surge, sovereignty fears
A surge in Israeli real estate acquisitions sparks public anger and political outcry in Cyprus, with critics warning of a broader plan threatening national sovereignty. A wave of public anger is mounting across Cyprus over an influx of Israeli...

Nicosia receives Cyprus Green City award for water resource management
The municipality of Nicosia has been awarded the Cyprus Green City environmental award in official recognition for its efforts in water resource management on Friday. Specifically, the municipality was given the award for its project concerning...

Chapter 1 Social Inequality and Social Struggle Throughout History
I. Social inequality in contemporary capitalist society A pyramid of wealth and social power exists in all capitalist countries. In the USA, a Senate Commission has estimated that less than one per cent of American families possess 80 per cent of...

Best casinos not on GamBlock UK – Top non-GamBlock sites
In the evolving world of online gambling, many UK players are looking beyond traditional licensed platforms in search of more freedom, broader game selections, and fewer restrictions.This has led to the growing popularity of casinos not on...

The Best I Ever Did: Bob Toski
At 98, Bob Toski is the oldest living PGA Tour winner, having succeeded his friend Jackie Burke, who passed away in 2024 at the age of 100. Both men had magnetic personalities and shared mutually enriching relationships with giants of the game....

Best Altcoin to invest in as US senator sets September 30 deadline for Crypto bill
Senator Tim Scott is pushing for a finalized crypto bill by September 30, 2025, signaling a major shift in the crypto market. This deadline, supported by the White House crypto advisors, is expected to introduce clarity to the regulations, which...

Sports News | Pankaj Advani Powers into Quarterfinals of Commonwealth Billiards
Balaclava (Mauritius), Jul 4 (PTI) India's multiple-time world champion Pankaj Advani powered into the 6-Red Snooker quarterfinals of the inaugural Commonwealth Billiards Championships here on Friday. After a slow start, Advani outplayed...

Cyprus University of Technology Hosts Successful Erasmus+ Project “Feel the FemPower Limassol” Multiplier Event
July 4th, 2025 by guest CC-BY, provided by author The “Feel the FemPower Limassol” event successfully brought together academia and industry experts to discuss and address gender inequalities in the sector of clean energy transition. The event...

Nicosia’s Old GSP goes hi-tech with cashless, hassle-free parking
Say goodbye to paper tickets and long queues; Nicosia’s Old GSP parking lot is stepping into the future. Starting Monday, July 7, drivers will experience a brand-new, cashless and user-friendly parking system designed to make city parking quicker,...

Cyprus home prices rise 2 per cent in first quarter of 2025
The Cyprus House Price Index (HPI) climbed to 113.71 units in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a 2 per cent increase compared with the same period in 2024, according to a preliminary estimate released by the Cyprus Statistical Service...

Working-class rage and the Cyprus architect
Well-travelled and prize winning, one local academic, architect and activist says it is time we talked about the notion of de-growth and unblocking access for the underprivileged The blue door is unmarked, its glass panel stealing a glimpse into a...

July’s best undervalued Cryptos, TRON (TRX) rally is great, but this one could double
While TRON (TRX) has enjoyed a respectable 9% rise this month, investors searching for bigger upside in the altcoin market are taking a close look at Mutuum Finance (MUTM). With a current presale price of just $0.03 in Phase 5, Mutuum Finance...

11 hotel groups go private on water with €3M state-backed desalination plan
Cyprus’ hotel industry is making a splash, literally. In response to mounting water concerns, 11 major hotel groups across Limassol, Larnaca, and Paphos have filed official applications to install small private desalination units on their...

Moldova hosts first EU summit as leaders tackle Russia’s int...
Moldova is hosting its first EU summit in Chisinau on Friday, marking a key moment in the country's push to join the European Union. Russian disinformation, energy security and trade ties are expected to top the agenda. European Council president...

Europe's 31 most idyllic beaches revealed: Leading travel experts - including Sir Richard Branson - choose the very best, from a dreamy spot in Devon to an Algarve delight
There are an estimated 300,000 beaches worldwide, of which about 22,000 are in Europe, and 1,500 in the UK. No one can quite say for sure what constitutes a ‘beach’, hence the numerical uncertainty. But we’re sticking with sand and shingle beaches...

Cyprus hotel sector faces unrest over collective agreement dispute
The hotel industry is bracing for fresh tensions as unions and employers clash over alleged breaches of the collective agreement signed in December 2024. According to a report in Philenews, the issue centres on union complaints that key provisions...

Israeli purchases in Greek Cyprus stir debate
NICOSIA Greek Cyprus’ second-largest party, AKEL, has raised the alarm over increasing Israeli property purchases in the country, calling it a serious national security risk. Speaking at a recent party congress, AKEL leader Stefanos Stefanou said...

Hot air mass to sweep over Cyprus
A seasonal low-pressure system is currently affecting the region, setting the stage for a sharp rise in temperatures from Sunday as a hot air mass moves in. Friday’s weather remains mostly clear across Cyprus, with some localised cloud forming...

Cyprus Business Now: Admie, properties, SMEs, inflation, unemployment
Greece’s power grid operator on Thursday pushed back against mounting criticism over its demand that Cyprus cover part of the costs for the undersea electricity interconnection project linking Cyprus, Greece, and Israel. The independent power...

Sports News | In Rare Home Appearance, Neeraj Chopra Favourite to Win Inaugural NC Classic
Bengaluru, Jul 4 (PTI) Neeraj Chopra is set to redefine home dominance in an event named after him and meticulously planned by him when he squares off against some familiar foes in the inaugural NC Classic javelin throw competition here on...