COVID19: No tougher measures before autumn

No additional COVID-19 measures are expected over the summer, as scientists advising the government are concentrating on autumn, when they expect a rise in cases, possibly powered by a new variant. According

TV king of news for Cypriots

Television remains the main news source in Cyprus, with online platforms and social media following, at higher percentages than the EU average, according to a flash Eurobarometer. When asked which media they

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COVID19: EU backs fourth dose for over 60s

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) recommend that people aged 60 to 79 get a second COVID-19 booster jab. According to the EU

Cyprus determined to build stronger US relations

Celebrating the 246th anniversary of US Independence, President Nicos Anastasiades expressed determination and commitment to continue working closely with Washington to explore new areas of cooperation. At Tuesday’s US embassy independence event,

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Bracing for Big Wednesday

By Jeffrey Halley     Wednesday is shaping up to be a stormy day for markets, with plenty of chances to get dumped and held under the waves for a while. We have already

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Unease ahead of US inflation

By Craig Erlam Another day of significant unease in financial markets as investors nervously await US inflation data and the start of earnings season. The economic calendar goes up a couple of

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Ageing buildings need urgent inspection

Cyprus’ older buildings must undergo immediate inspection, while authorities should introduce mechanisms to prevent incidents like the collapse of two balconies in Paphos from happening again. The Scientific and Technical Chamber of

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