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18 April, 2024
 

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Explosion hits Nicosia motorcycle shop

Explosion hits Nicosia motorcycle shop

An explosion rocked a motorcycle shop in Nicosia in the early hours of Friday, April 12th....

Houses for sale by AstroBank

Houses for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale houses in Nicosia, Larnaca, and Paphos that are ideal for own-occupancy....

Don't let the rain dampen your spirits

Don't let the rain dampen your spirits

Happy Friday, folks! Let's kick off the weekend with a peek at what Mother Nature has in store for us. Weak low pressure is taking charge of the area, so get ready for some interesting weather antics!...

Children can now testify remotely, making them feel safe

Children can now testify remotely, making them feel safe

In a significant development, children can now testify as e-witnesses in cases of sexual violence, a remarkable achievement facilitated by ''The Children's House'' in Nicosia. ...

ECB President welcomes Cyprus' new Central Bank Governor

ECB President welcomes Cyprus' new Central Bank Governor

The President of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde welcomed on Thursday the new Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus Christodoulos Patsalides to the ECB Governing Council....

European Ministers support Cyprus' migration initiative on Syria

European Ministers support Cyprus' migration initiative on Syria

Danish Immigration Minister Kaare Dybvad Bek and Czech Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Vít Rakušan have expressed support for the proposal by Cyprus Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou ...

O.J. Simpson, former football star and actor, dies at 76

O.J. Simpson, former football star and actor, dies at 76

O.J. Simpson, the former football star and actor famously acquitted of murder charges in a highly publicized trial, has passed away at the age of 76 after battling cancer, ...

Polish interest peaks as Famagusta tourism draws attention

Polish interest peaks as Famagusta tourism draws attention

There is an increased interest in organized trips from Poland, in the free area of Famagusta, the Famagusta Tourist Development and Promotion Company, which participated in an exhibition recently organized in Poland, notes in a press release....

Epic Business One is here to solve every communication need of your business

Epic Business One is here to solve every communication need of your business

Every business has some basic needs, regardless of size and type. These needs come in addition to the already significant demands and challenges that an entrepreneur may face when managing their business....

EU's new migration pact gains Cyprus approval

EU's new migration pact gains Cyprus approval

The new Migration and Asylum Pact, the European Parliament approved on Wednesday, is ''an important step'' Cyprus’ Interior Ministry says in a statement, released on Thursday....

Cyprus President to join EU leaders in Vienna for high-stakes dinner

Cyprus President to join EU leaders in Vienna for high-stakes dinner

President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, is going to Vienna on Friday, where he will participate in a working dinner with a group of leaders......

WHO-Led European Health Summit convenes in Limassol

WHO-Led European Health Summit convenes in Limassol

Health and Deputy Health Ministers from 13 European states, including Malta, Luxembourg, Andorra, San Marino, Iceland, Monaco, Montenegro, Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, Moldova, North Macedonia, and Cyprus...

Will Fredriksen Group set sail for Cyprus?

Will Fredriksen Group set sail for Cyprus?

The Fredriksen Group, led by prominent shipping magnate John Fredriksen, is contemplating relocating a significant portion, if not all, of its shipping operations from Norway to Cyprus, citing dissatisfaction with Norway's framework conditions....

Electricity bills to rise by 2.5% in April

Electricity bills to rise by 2.5% in April

An increase of 2.5% is expected in electricity bills for April compared to March. Christina Papadopoulou, the Press Spokeswoman for the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC), explained to...

Israeli strike kills Hamas leader's sons amid cease-fire talks

Israeli strike kills Hamas leader's sons amid cease-fire talks

Israeli aircraft carried out a strike in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of three sons of Hamas' top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh. The attack also claimed the lives of four of Haniyeh's grandchildren, according to Hamas....

Social media 'like' sparks physical assault

Social media 'like' sparks physical assault

What began as a routine social media gesture spiraled into chaos in the serene streets of Kissonerga, Paphos Province, on Wednesday night, culminating in a brutal assault that left one man nursing serious injuries....

From resort to restricted: Varosha's story unveiled

From resort to restricted: Varosha's story unveiled

A new documentary titled ''Varosha European Fenced-off City'' is shedding light on the enduring plight of Varosha, a once-thriving Mediterranean resort turned military zone, forbidden to European citizens for the past five decades....

Fury over diplomat's illegal parking stirs debate

Fury over diplomat's illegal parking stirs debate

A photo capturing a diplomat's vehicle parked in a disabled parking space has ignited a debate in Cyprus over parking violations and penalties....

Politico: Greek companies under scrutiny in EU fund fraud probe

Politico: Greek companies under scrutiny in EU fund fraud probe

Greek authorities, alongside the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), are delving into allegations of fraud concerning the allocation of €2.5 billion in EU funds to just 10 companies in Greece. ...

Alphamega Hypermarkets and Bean Bar reward employees with pay rises

Alphamega Hypermarkets and Bean Bar reward employees with pay rises

C.A. Papaellinas Emporiki Ltd granted its annual pay rises of more than €4.5m ...

Israel fast-tracks Sea Interconnector Project

Israel fast-tracks Sea Interconnector Project

Israel’s authorities requested the acceleration of procedures for the implementation of the Great Sea Interconnector project (Greece-Cyprus-Israel), in the section of the Cyprus-Israel power linkup....

UAE pledges $15 million for Cyprus-Gaza maritime aid

UAE pledges $15 million for Cyprus-Gaza maritime aid

The United Arab Emirates announced the allocation of USD 15 million in support of the ''Amalthea Fund,'' which the Republic of Cyprus announced to support the maritime corridor initiative between Cyprus and the Gaza Strip....

EU Parliament votes for clearer labels on breakfast foods

EU Parliament votes for clearer labels on breakfast foods

In a move aimed at empowering consumers and promoting healthier choices, the European Parliament has greenlit updated regulations governing breakfast staples such as honey, fruit juice, jam, and marmalades....

Cyprus Fire Service policy sparks concerns among lawmakers

Cyprus Fire Service policy sparks concerns among lawmakers

The recent implementation of a new policy by the Fire Service of Cyprus regarding premises control has ignited discussions within the Parliamentary Committee on Energy, Commerce, Industry, and Tourism. ...

Larnaca port echoes Vasilikos unrest

Larnaca port echoes Vasilikos unrest

The ambitious redevelopment of Larnaca's port, a cornerstone of the city's growth, has hit a rough patch....

Construction at Cape Greco Monastery marches on despite Municipal opposition

Construction at Cape Greco Monastery marches on despite Municipal opposition

After facing criticism for inaction over the construction of a monastery in the Natura area of Cape Greco, Mayor Christos Zannetos of Ayia Napa addressed the situation before the Parliamentary Environment Committee....

Rain and thunderstorms expected

Rain and thunderstorms expected

Today, isolated showers and thunderstorms are expected, especially in mountainous, southern, eastern, and inland areas. According to the Meteorological......

EU's passage of migration pact shrouded in controversy

EU's passage of migration pact shrouded in controversy

A ''Historic'' moment for Europe, as the Migration and Asylum Pact was approved by the plenary session of the European Parliament a few hours ago....

Another whistleblower sparks concerns over Boeing 787 Dreamliner safety

Another whistleblower sparks concerns over Boeing 787 Dreamliner safety

According to the Washington Post, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is delving into fresh claims by a long-serving Boeing engineer asserting that sections of fuselages on the company's 787 Dreamliner planes have been improperly fastened together....

John Malkovich shines in 'The Infamous Ramires Hoffman' at the Cyprus Theatre Festival

John Malkovich shines in 'The Infamous Ramires Hoffman' at the Cyprus Theatre Festival

Renowned actor John Malkovich and acclaimed pianist Anastasya Terenkova are set to captivate audiences with their production of "The Infamous Ramires Hoffman" at the Cyprus International Theatre Festival....

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