Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced today that Spain is set to recognize the Palestinian territories as a state by July. The declaration came during his Middle East tour, according to reports from Spanish press agencies....
A 12-year-old child opened fire in a classroom at Viertolan Koulu school in Vantaa, Finland, killing one classmate and seriously injuring two others before being apprehended by police Tuesday....
Following the elimination of the 8.3-cent subsidy per liter on April 1st, increases in the average price of 95-octane gasoline have been observed in the provinces of Limassol, Nicosia, and Famagusta, with the exception of Paphos, where the price only rose by 8 cents....
At least 7 volunteers from the non-governmental organization ''World Central Kitchen'' (WCK) lost their lives in a devastating incident in Gaza's Deir al-Balah area. ...
Three children were injured in a shooting at a primary school in Finland early on Tuesday, and a suspect, who was also a minor, was apprehended, Finnish police said....
Airports in Sofia and Bucharest on Sunday removed passport check points for those departing to or arriving from most European Union member states as Bulgaria and Romania partially joined the Schengen open-travel zone....
World Central Kitchen (WCK), a renowned food charity founded by Chef José Andrés, reported that seven of its workers were killed during an Israeli attack in Gaza....
Establishing a system to oversee financial companies in Cyprus is proving tricky, according to an article written by Apostolos Tomaras. It all started when the US and UK slapped sanctions on Russia,...
There's a palpable sense of satisfaction among the opposition, resonating with a significant portion of the populace, following Sunday's electoral outcome in Istanbul and other major Turkish cities....
Today, expect mostly clear skies across the region, with gentle breezes blowing from the southwest to northwest at speeds of 3 to 4 on the Beaufort scale.
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Germany and France are pushing for significant reforms within the European Union, including the abolition of unanimous decision-making and a reduction in the number of Commissioners....
Employers are advocating for a comprehensive overhaul of the tax system, proposing significant changes aimed at boosting economic activity and competitiveness. Here's a breakdown of their proposals:...
With King Charles III of Britain battling pancreatic cancer, funeral arrangements have been set, named "Operation Menai Bridge" akin to Queen Elizabeth II's ceremonies, dubbed "Operation London Bridge." ...
Pope Francis renewed his calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all Israeli hostages in a peace-focused Easter Sunday address, marking Christianity's most important day....
In a landmark achievement, the Netherlands has become the world's first country to eradicate the issue of stray dogs, setting a global benchmark in animal welfare practices. ...
Simon Calder, a travel correspondent at the Independent, highlights a concerning trend: approximately 200 UK nationals face rejection at EU airports......
The Olympic Flame lighting ceremony ahead of the Paris Olympic Games will take place at the ancient site of Olympia on April 16 in a public event......
Authorities have cracked down on a brazen cable theft operation, culminating in the arrest of a 33-year-old suspect from Limassol, thrusting the sleepy village of Kandou into the spotlight of criminal intrigue.
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The Health Insurance Organization (HIO) has imposed fines totaling 80 thousand euros on over 40 health providers in 2023 for abuses within the General Healthcare System (GHS), according to data obtained by the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....
The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has maintained the countercyclical buffer (CCyB) rate to be observed by commercial banks at 1%, with effect as of June 2, 2024....
The Permanent Criminal Court of Larnaca imposed sentences today on a 67-year-old man, with the highest being 10 years for the crime of raping a woman.
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As progress continues on The Landmark Nicosia, the capital's premier lifestyle destination, MHV unveils exclusive glimpses of the forthcoming spa and indoor wellness facilities. Set to reopen under Marriott's Autograph Collection, the revitalized hotel promises a fusion of modern luxury and Cypriot heritage....
