Hellenic Bank H1 profits up 19%

Hellenic Bank announced a 19% increase in first half profits to €21 mln, from €17.7 mln in the same period last year, with the Group chief executive describing it as “solid performance”.

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COVID19: No tests for jabbed Cypriots at crossings

Vaccinated Cypriots will be allowed to cross between the Republic and the Turkish occupied north without having to take a coronavirus test beforehand, according to a United Nations announcement. The announcement was

Hellenic Bank goes green with ESG unit

Hellenic Bank has set up a dedicated unit to deal with ‘green economy’ issues, as well as implementing ESG principles of environmental and social responsibility and implementing sound governance practices. The bank, which

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COVID19: 2 deaths, cases rise again

Cyprus reported two coronavirus deaths on Thursday, a rise in new cases to 145 and a drop in hospitalisations to 80, as booster jabs will be offered to 83 year olds from

COVID19: Booster shots for over 83s

The Health Ministry announced on Thursday that COVID-19 booster shots will be available for people in Cyprus over the age of 83 as of Monday. Those above 83 will be administered a

Cyprus gets tougher on fire-starters

Cyprus will get tougher on people who start fires on purpose or unwittingly with harsher fines and jail time for arsonists, and tough penalties for people who engage in high-risk activities that

All hopes for Cyprus talks on UN’s next move

Any hope for a breakthrough in Cyprus peace talks depends on the outcome of United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres’ next moves, including the appointment of a new special representative. President Nicos