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17 January, 2025
 

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Commissioner Zannetou reveals details on alcohol test incident

Commissioner Zannetou reveals details on alcohol test incident

In a comprehensive statement released on Monday, Commissioner Louiza Christodoulidou Zannetou offered detailed insights into the recent controversy stemming from an alcohol test conducted on an official on January 11, 2024. ...

Netanyahu rejects Hamas ceasefire, stresses security concerns

Netanyahu rejects Hamas ceasefire, stresses security concerns

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, emphasized in a recent CNN interview that the kingdom won't normalize relations with Israel or contribute to Gaza's reconstruction without a credible pathway to a Palestinian state....

Police intensify probes into illicit sports-related activities

Police intensify probes into illicit sports-related activities

In response to a meeting at the Ministry of Justice and Public Order, the police announced immediate measures to prevent and tackle organized crime and violence in sports arenas....

Deputy Minister vows swift action to combat homelessness

Deputy Minister vows swift action to combat homelessness

In response to the tragic incident of a homeless woman found dead in an abandoned house in the Neapolis area of Limassol, Cyprus, Deputy Minister of Welfare and Social Insurance,...

Businesses fear global tax reform will lead to double taxation

Businesses fear global tax reform will lead to double taxation

Global tax reform, ineffective use of technology and economic uncertainty are putting significant strain on business’ transfer pricing (TP) capabilities, according to the 2024 EY International Tax and Transfer Pricing Survey....

Philippine President criticized over use of presidential helicopter to attend Coldplay concert

Philippine President criticized over use of presidential helicopter to attend Coldplay concert

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. faced backlash on social media after utilizing a presidential helicopter to attend a Coldplay concert in a province north of Manila last week....

Cameras cut road deaths by 18% in two years

Cameras cut road deaths by 18% in two years

The two-year operation of the photo-labeling system, initiated on 1/1/2022 with four mobile and four fixed cameras, has witnessed a remarkable success in enhancing road safety....

Homemade bomb found in driver's vehicle

Homemade bomb found in driver's vehicle

In a recent incident, members of the bicycle police intercepted a makeshift pipe bomb during a routine vehicle check on a 40-year-old driver. The impromptu stop occurred when officers discovered a 31-year-old wanted individual as the passenger....

Violent confrontation at Ledra barricade leaves police officer injured

Violent confrontation at Ledra barricade leaves police officer injured

A serious incident occurred on Sunday night (21/1) at the Ledra barricade, resulting in the injury of a police officer....

Nicosia hospital overcomes technical hurdles

Nicosia hospital overcomes technical hurdles

In a recent development, electricity has been successfully restored at Nicosia General Hospital after a prolonged outage that led to operational challenges. ...

Cypriot society: A landscape where pizzas outpace police

Cypriot society: A landscape where pizzas outpace police

We live in a society where pizzas arrive faster than the police, once remarked French director Claude Chabrol, and I fear this holds particularly true in the case of our state. Unfortunately, unlike the Cypriot Police, the Cypriot underworld operates like a Swiss watch....

Black holes in public safety

Black holes in public safety

Last week, Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis pledged to enhance security, proposing an increased uniformed presence in the city center to combat crime....

Transgender students choose dorms based on gender identity in elite schools

Transgender students choose dorms based on gender identity in elite schools

In a recent revelation, top-tier fee-paying schools in the UK, including Taunton School and Bedales, are allowing transgender students to choose dormitories based on their gender identity....

Nicosia ranks 17th in European Quality of Life

Nicosia ranks 17th in European Quality of Life

A recent survey by the European Commission reveals that Nicosia residents are overwhelmingly satisfied with their quality of life, with 86% expressing contentment. ...

Official's breathalyzer controversy sparks reactions

Official's breathalyzer controversy sparks reactions

The President's office has taken a measured stance on the case of a state official who reportedly tested positive in a breathalyzer test and allegedly refused a second sample for retesting, a legal requirement....

First Winter Swimmer's Festival makes a splash

First Winter Swimmer's Festival makes a splash

In a pioneering event, the inaugural Winter Swimmers Festival unfolded in Ayia Napa on Sunday, attracting the participation of up to 200 winter swimmers from across Cyprus. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis, pledged his support to propel the festival to international acclaim....

300,000 strong protests sweep Germany against far-right

300,000 strong protests sweep Germany against far-right

Over the weekend, Germany witnessed an unprecedented wave of protests with approximately 300,000 people taking to the streets nationwide....

Mythologizing Nikos Koshis

Mythologizing Nikos Koshis

The portrayal of Nikos Koshis as a role model for combating organized crime, being showcased on various TV stations whenever crime rates surge, has consistently caused me significant embarrassment....

15 assailants strike ELDYK soldiers, probe intensifies

15 assailants strike ELDYK soldiers, probe intensifies

Authorities are currently conducting investigations into the complaint made by two ELDYK soldiers who reported an attack by a group of unknown individuals. ...

Assessing the President's letter on Turkish offenses

Assessing the President's letter on Turkish offenses

President Christodoulides urgently appealed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, seeking intervention to curb Turkish violations in the buffer zone, expressing concern about the potential for a serious crisis....

Duchess of York beats breast cancer, now facing skin melanoma

Duchess of York beats breast cancer, now facing skin melanoma

Sarah, Duchess of York, confronted a second health setback with a recent diagnosis of malignant melanoma, a form of skin cancer, just six months after successfully undergoing treatment for early-stage breast cancer. ...

Sunshine today, showers tonight

Sunshine today, showers tonight

In a weather shift today, clearing local fog and low clouds will lead to predominantly sunny conditions in several areas. Later, increasing clouds may bring isolated showers, especially in mountainous and western regions. Stay prepared for occasional dust in the atmosphere....

Prince Harry drops lawsuit against Daily Mail

Prince Harry drops lawsuit against Daily Mail

Prince Harry has chosen to abandon his libel lawsuit against the Daily Mail tabloid's publisher, Associated Newspapers Ltd., following a recent court ruling that suggested a potential trial loss....

Two-headed calf goes viral with 55 million views

Two-headed calf goes viral with 55 million views

In the vast expanse of the internet, where both darkness and inspiration coexist, a unique tale has emerged. Millions have been drawn to the story of a newborn female calf with two heads, four eyes, two mouths, two noses, and four ears....

Japan lands 'moon sniper' on moon, faces urgent power challenge

Japan lands 'moon sniper' on moon, faces urgent power challenge

In a groundbreaking achievement, Japan joined the exclusive club of nations that have successfully executed a soft lunar landing....

Tourist, convinced of curse, returns stolen Pompeii artifacts

Tourist, convinced of curse, returns stolen Pompeii artifacts

A tourist recently made headlines by returning stones stolen from the ancient site of Pompeii, attributing her breast cancer to the famous 'curse' associated with the artifacts....

Efforts underway to restore e-justice system amid technical issues

Efforts underway to restore e-justice system amid technical issues

Intensive efforts are ongoing to restore the electronic eJustice system in Cyprus, with the operating company's contractor working through the weekend, according to Michael Vorkas, President of the Cyprus Bar Association. ...

Lidl Cyprus ''Top Employer'' in Cyprus also in 2024

Lidl Cyprus ''Top Employer'' in Cyprus also in 2024

Lidl Cyprus is the Top Employer for the 7th consecutive year in Cyprus and Europe, according to the results of the internationally recognized independent organization Top Employer Institute....

Virgin Atlantic flight forced to stop due to missing parts of the wing

Virgin Atlantic flight forced to stop due to missing parts of the wing

A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester to New York faced a last-minute cancellation as a vigilant passenger discovered faulty bolts on the plane's wing. ...

Transport Minister clarifies airbag recalls and responsible parties

Transport Minister clarifies airbag recalls and responsible parties

Minister of Transport, Mr. Alexis Vafeadis, delves into the complexities surrounding general vehicle recalls, shedding light on the responsibilities tied to European vehicles, imports from third countries, and the role of manufacturers' distributors....

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