Cyprus has joined efforts to tackle huge fires raging in Greece, with 40 personnel flying to Athens on Wednesday, including firefighting crews and civil defence staff. Deputy Government Spokesperson Niovi Parisinou said firefighters and fire engines are being sent to Greece. In a written statement, Parisinou said that a 20-member group of firefighters and two
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This could be a record year for Chinese companies aiming at US capital markets. After a fantastic 2020 and the highest amount of funds raised since 2014, Chinese IPOs had a strong start in the half of this year. According to data presented by BuyShares.co.uk, Chinese companies raised a record $12.5 bln in 34 initial
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By Nicole K. Phinopoulou The main pillar of consideration for creating a viable strategy; What does it take to achieve any business goal? If we want to be honest and crystal clear, the answer is funding. Without the necessary funds, no matter how ambitious, detailed and promising the goals are presented in an ideal business
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Cyprus reported three coronavirus deaths, an increase in new daily infections to 598 and a small rise in hospitalisations, as the national testing programme resumed to its earlier levels. The health ministry said that two men aged 69 and 77 died from Covid-19 complications, as well as an 86 year old woman, raising the death
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Covid vaccinations for non-beneficiaries of the General Healthcare System or non-residents will begin Friday at walk-in centres, the Ministry of Health announced. Vaccinations for these groups will take place every Friday between 08.00-1400 local time. In Nicosia, inoculations will take place at the State Fair, in Limassol at the Spyros Kyprianou indoor stadium and in
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The Cyprus Rector’s Conference has called for universities to operate with the physical presence of students during the new academic year 2021-2022 despite the COVID pandemic. Speaking to CNA regarding the operation of universities for the academic year 2021-2022, President of the conference, Pantelis Sklias, said: “We urge the academic community to re-operate universities with
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Cyprus shipping said it is dedicated to reducing plastic waste in the Mediterranean from cruise ships and related tourism. Deputy Minister for Shipping Vassilis Demetriades held a meeting with Dr Xenia Loizidou, head of the Cypriot researchers’ team implementing the “Cruise Ships Against Plastic Pollution in the Mediterranean” project. According to a statement, the Cypriot-inspired
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Tether, Bitcoin and Ethereum remained at the top of the list of digital coins as an investment asset in July, with the latter two losing ground, as some cryptocurrencies are drawing much more attention than others. According to data presented by BlockArabia.com, some other crypto coins also witnessed an increased trading volume last month. CoinMarketCap
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Melco, the operator of Cyprus Casinos and the upcoming integrated resort, City of Dreams Mediterranean, is actively engaged in combating COVID-19 through targeted initiatives while supporting government efforts for community-wide vaccination. With the wellbeing of colleagues and guests a top priority and the promotion of health and safety in the community, Melco Cyprus organised a
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The newly opened Museum of Underwater Sculpture at Ayia Napa (MUSAN) “is a jewel of the Mediterranean”, said Transport Minister Yiannis Karousos. The MUSAN, located on the renowned marine protected area of Ayia Napa named Pernera, was created by the internationally renowned artist Jason deCaires Taylor. It offers visitors a unique experience demonstrating the relationship
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