Business in turmoil over corporate tax hike

Business is in turmoil over the government’s move to increase corporate tax from 12.5% to 15%, fearing Cyprus losing an advantage over competitors as an investment destination. Business lobby groups argue the

Third suspect in double murder

Cyprus police have arrested a third suspect in the double murder probe of two Russian women, arresting the Syrian brother of the alleged killer. According to police, a 44-year-old Syrian residing in

COVID19: More hospital beds made available

With hospitals facing a spike in admissions due to COVID-19 patients, the State Health Services Organisation (OKYPY) has increased the number of beds at Larnaca General to meet the demand. Due to

COVID19: Doors close for unjabbed

On Wednesday, the unvaccinated were banned from hospitality and social events such as weddings and christenings, as tighter COVID-19 restrictions were introduced. Measures introduced hope to boost vaccination rates in the wake

Small steps after leaders reception

United Nations envoy Colin Stewart hosted a reception for the Cypriots leaders in the buffer zone to defrost Cyprus negotiations reminding them the UNSG has a personal interest in breaking the deadlock.

Cyprus, Egypt diplomacy flourishing

Bilateral ties between Cyprus and Egypt are at an all-time high, said Foreign Minister Nikos Christodoulides after consultations with his Egyptian counterpart, Sameh Shoukry, in Nicosia. The two Foreign Ministers held an

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COVID19: Booster shots after 5.5 months

People who have had their booster shot for COVID-19 can now update their Safe Pass documents through the online platform while shortening the wait for an extra jab. Booster shots are now