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Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Belgium has made history as the first country in the European Union to ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes (vapes), a move aimed at reducing nicotine addiction among young people and protecting the environment....

China rolls into the future with AI patrol bots

China rolls into the future with AI patrol bots

Picture this: a sleek, autonomous spherical robot cruising down city streets or splashing through puddles at 22 mph, on the hunt for potential wrongdoers....

More spending in Cyprus, but prices are rising

More spending in Cyprus, but prices are rising

Cyprus is seeing more people shopping and spending money, but higher prices are still affecting the cost of living. New data shows that in November 2024, both the amount of goods sold and the money spent in retail stores went up compared to last year....

Assad poisoned in alleged assassination attempt

Assad poisoned in alleged assassination attempt

In a shocking turn of events, former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad is reported to have been poisoned in what may have been an assassination attempt....

€410,000 up for grabs in Haji-Ioannou’s 15th bi-communal business awards

€410,000 up for grabs in Haji-Ioannou’s 15th bi-communal business awards

For the 15th year in a row, Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou is once again giving back to both Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot entrepreneurs through the Stelios Bi-Communal Business Cooperation Awards. ...

Two arrested after attempted murder in Agia Fyla

Two arrested after attempted murder in Agia Fyla

25-year-old man and his 20-year-old partner were placed under eight-day detention this morning in connection with the attempted murder of a 39-year-old man in Agia Fyla on Monday night....

US-Cyprus partnership deepens with USS Indiana visit (pics)

US-Cyprus partnership deepens with USS Indiana visit (pics)

The relationship between the United States and Cyprus is becoming stronger as both countries work together more closely, especially in defense and security. ...

How 22 billion pounds per year of coffee waste could save the environment

How 22 billion pounds per year of coffee waste could save the environment

What if your daily cup of coffee did more than fuel your morning? What if it also helped build stronger, greener cities? ...

2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year. ...

Explosion at Trump Las Vegas hotel linked to New Orleans attack?

Explosion at Trump Las Vegas hotel linked to New Orleans attack?

While the U.S. was celebrating the start of 2025, tragedy struck in Las Vegas when a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump Las Vegas hotel. ...

U.S. Army veteran carries out deadly New Year’s attack in New Orleans

U.S. Army veteran carries out deadly New Year’s attack in New Orleans

What started as a night of joy and celebration in New Orleans turned into a scene of heartbreak and devastation in the early hours of January 1....

Starting 2025 with clear skies and cool breezes

Starting 2025 with clear skies and cool breezes

Happy second day of the year! How are those New Year’s resolutions holding up? Whether you're sticking to your goals or still easing into 2024, today’s weather is here to keep things calm and enjoyable....

IKEA furniture is now worth a small fortune – here’s why

IKEA furniture is now worth a small fortune – here’s why

We all know IKEA for its affordable, no-frills furniture: $1 storage bins, $10 desks, you name it. But what if I told you that some of their vintage pieces are now selling for way more than you’d ever imagine?...

Police officer and lawyer arrested for suspect's escape

Police officer and lawyer arrested for suspect's escape

In a developing story surrounding the escape of a 49-year-old suspect from a private clinic in Larnaca, two individuals have been arrested in connection to the case. ...

Tatar calls for ''new framework'' for Cyprus talks in New Year message

Tatar calls for ''new framework'' for Cyprus talks in New Year message

In his New Year message, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar focused on the ongoing Cyprus problem and the economic challenges facing the Turkish Cypriot community. ...

U.S. submarine and destroyer visit Limassol for New Year’s port call

U.S. submarine and destroyer visit Limassol for New Year’s port call

President Nicos Christodoulides is set to visit the USS Indiana, a U.S. nuclear submarine, on Tuesday afternoon. ...

Elderly couple dies in house fire

Elderly couple dies in house fire

A devastating fire late Tuesday night claimed the lives of a married couple, casting a shadow of sorrow during the holiday season. The victims, identified as Evangelos Vasiliou, 73, and his wife Pantelitsa Vasiliou, 80, ...

In a remarkable ruling, court upholds $5M verdict against Trump

In a remarkable ruling, court upholds $5M verdict against Trump

In a landmark decision, a federal appeals court upheld a jury’s ruling that former President Donald Trump sexually abused E. Jean Carroll, a magazine columnist, in a department store dressing room in the mid-1990s....

UCL: Each cigarette takes 20 minutes off life expectancy

UCL: Each cigarette takes 20 minutes off life expectancy

A single cigarette reduces a smoker's life expectancy by an average of 20 minutes, a new study from the University of London UCL concludes....

Occupied territories grant new 'citizenships' in 2024

Occupied territories grant new 'citizenships' in 2024

The "government" announced today that an additional 133 individuals were granted "citizenship," bringing the total number of citizens to 4,431 for the period from January 1 to December 28, 2024....

Volunteers wanted for FIBA EuroBasket 2025 in Cyprus

Volunteers wanted for FIBA EuroBasket 2025 in Cyprus

Do you love basketball? Enjoy being part of something big? Then here’s your chance to jump into the action. Cyprus is gearing up to host the FIBA EuroBasket 2025, and they’re on the lookout for volunteers to help make it a slam dunk of an event....

Asma al-Assad denied UK return for cancer treatment

Asma al-Assad denied UK return for cancer treatment

Asma al-Assad, the wife of fallen Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, is facing a difficult reality in her battle with cancer. ...

Cyprus increases interest rates on arrears and court cases for 2025

Cyprus increases interest rates on arrears and court cases for 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, Cyprus is increasing interest rates related to arrears and court cases, which could affect anyone with overdue debts to the state or those involved in legal disputes....

''Prometheas''anchored in Malaysia for inspections

''Prometheas''anchored in Malaysia for inspections

The LNG tanker ETYFA-Prometheas is currently stationed in the Malacca Strait, Malaysia, undergoing technical inspections, according to Energy Minister George Papanastasiou....

The bizonal myth: Reuniting Cyprus by keeping it apart

The bizonal myth: Reuniting Cyprus by keeping it apart

Nearly half a century since the term ''Bizonal Bicommunal Federation'' entered the political discourse in Cyprus, no political party or government has ever explained to the public what this term truly means....

How the European Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act will transform Auditing and Financial Reporting and the crucial role of the external auditor

How the European Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act will transform Auditing and Financial Reporting and the crucial role of the external auditor

The European Union took a bold step in August 2024 by adopting the AI Act, a landmark regulation designed to ensure that Artificial Intelligence systems are safe, ethical, and transparent. ...

Cyprus and U.S. team up in €14.7M plan to upgrade air and naval bases

Cyprus and U.S. team up in €14.7M plan to upgrade air and naval bases

Cyprus is gearing up for significant upgrades to its key military bases, with U.S. specialists set to visit in January to provide recommendations for the enhancement of the Andreas Papandreou air base in Paphos....

Athens to celebrate New Year's Eve with silent fireworks for the first time

Athens to celebrate New Year's Eve with silent fireworks for the first time

Athens is introducing a fresh, thoughtful twist to its New Year’s Eve festivities this year with the debut of silent fireworks....

2024: A year that seriously damaged Cyprus’s investment reputation

2024: A year that seriously damaged Cyprus’s investment reputation

2024 will go down in history as a year that seriously damaged Cyprus’s investment reputation, with the collapse of several high-profile state projects....

Troodos blanketed in snow offers a magical escape for the holidays

Troodos blanketed in snow offers a magical escape for the holidays

The magic of Christmas has lingered in the Troodos Mountains, where snowfall that began on Christmas Day has continued to blanket the region in white. As of Sunday, the snow has reached a depth of 15 centimeters, drawing locals and visitors to marvel at the breathtaking winter scenery....

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