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17 January, 2025
 

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One killed, twelve injured in Israel attack

One killed, twelve injured in Israel attack

In a tragic incident in Ra'anana, central Israel, a terror attack involving stolen vehicles has claimed one life and left at least 12 individuals injured, according to emergency services....

Houthi rebels launch anti-ship missile at US destroyer in Red Sea

Houthi rebels launch anti-ship missile at US destroyer in Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi rebels fired an anti-ship cruise missile at the USS Laboon, an American destroyer in the Red Sea. The missile was shot down by a U.S. fighter jet in the latest attack unsettling global shipping....

''It is, therefore, right that I resign''

''It is, therefore, right that I resign''

I wrote in my previous article ("How the prestige of the institutions is undermined", Kathimerini, 7/1/24) that, based on the conclusion of the auditors of the Independent Anti-Corruption Authority and announcements of the Audit Service,...

Major crime boss gunned down in Greece

Major crime boss gunned down in Greece

New evidence has emerged about the mafia execution of Vangelis Zambounis on Sunday morning in Neos Kosmos. The Hellenic Police are still investigating the case, which is another episode in the bloody cycle of the Greek mafia....

Police resolve mystery behind 24-year-old's brain injury

Police resolve mystery behind 24-year-old's brain injury

Law enforcement authorities have unraveled the mystery surrounding the hospitalization of a 24-year-old man with a brain injury since Sunday (14/01), shedding light on the incident that led to his medical condition....

'One Stop Shipping Centre' launched to boost competitiveness

'One Stop Shipping Centre' launched to boost competitiveness

The One Stop Shipping Centre has set sail in Cyprus, marking a significant development for the Cypriot shipping industry. Launched by the Deputy Ministry of Shipping under the President of the Republic,...

Cyprus protests British Bases' role in Gaza conflict

Cyprus protests British Bases' role in Gaza conflict

Hundreds of people gathered on Sunday morning outside the Akrotiri Base, in Limassol district, in Cyprus, with placards, flags and shouting slogans, protesting the involvement, as they say, of the British Bases in Cyprus in Israel's war in Gaza....

Keravnos attends Brussels ECOFIN meeting

Keravnos attends Brussels ECOFIN meeting

Minister of Finance Makis Keravnos is in Brussels to take part on Monday in the meetings of the Eurogroup and the EU Finance Ministers Council (ECOFIN)....

Big news! New EU data rules give you more control

Big news! New EU data rules give you more control

In a significant development, the European Union's Data Act officially came into force today, ushering in a new era for data access and privacy in the EU market. ...

16 new cameras to monitor key intersections

16 new cameras to monitor key intersections

In a significant move to enhance road safety, Paphos Province will witness the expansion of its photo enforcement system, set to be operational from Monday, January 22, 2024. ...

Dr. Anastasatos forecasts bright future for Cyprus economy

Dr. Anastasatos forecasts bright future for Cyprus economy

Eurobank group's chief economist, Dr Tasos Anastasatos, expresses optimism about the Cyprus economy, emphasizing that the decision to expand the group's banking presence in Cyprus is linked to these positive economic prospects....

Europe faces weak growth amid global uncertainty

Europe faces weak growth amid global uncertainty

In a comprehensive survey released today, leading economists express apprehension about the global economy, anticipating a year of sluggish growth, primarily attributed to geopolitical conflicts, challenging financing conditions, and the impact of artificial intelligence. ...

Houthi strikes send prices soaring in global trade

Houthi strikes send prices soaring in global trade

In recent weeks, the developments in the Red Sea, with the Houthi attacks on commercial ships and their impact on global trade, have dominated the discussions of suppliers with their partners....

Denmark's queen passes crown to new king in historic move

Denmark's queen passes crown to new king in historic move

Denmark entered a new era as Queen Margrethe II, the long-reigning monarch, handed over the role of sovereign to her son, Frederik X....

From sunshine to thunderstorms

From sunshine to thunderstorms

Today's weather will mainly be sunny in several areas, but localized increased cloudiness is expected to bring isolated showers, particularly in the west and north....

Greek millionaire's $2M gift transforms village

Greek millionaire's $2M gift transforms village

In a surprising twist of fate, the legacy of a frugal Greek millionaire, Steven Zonas, unfolded in 1980, revealing a hidden fortune that transformed his native village, Mexiates in Phthiotis, Greece....

Taiwan elects Lai Ching-te as President amidst China's strong disapproval

Taiwan elects Lai Ching-te as President amidst China's strong disapproval

Taiwan's political landscape makes history as Lai Ching-te and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) clinch a landmark third consecutive term....

Only 20 of 36 missing children from 1974 invasion identified

Only 20 of 36 missing children from 1974 invasion identified

Out of the 36 children missing since the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus, only 20 have been identified so far, President......

Husky dog saves block from gas explosion

Husky dog saves block from gas explosion

In a plot that could have graced front-page headlines nationwide, a serene Philadelphia neighborhood narrowly escaped catastrophe just days before Christmas, thanks to the remarkable instincts of a four-legged hero named Kobe....

USA: Detroit unveils groundbreaking electric charging road

USA: Detroit unveils groundbreaking electric charging road

Detroit has reportedly unveiled new technology beneath its streets after a year of waiting, with electric vehicles able to get a boost that could ultimately make range anxiety a thing of the past....

Diversity and the Church

Diversity and the Church

The ongoing discussion in Greece regarding same-sex couples and parenting is poised to capture the attention of the political leadership and Cypriot society at some point. ...

Pediatric hospital battles epidemic surge in child respiratory cases

Pediatric hospital battles epidemic surge in child respiratory cases

Makarios Hospital in Nicosia is grappling with over 95% occupancy, primarily treating children with respiratory infections amid an epidemic that recurs in the child population every three to four years, according to Dr. Avraam Elia, Director of the Pediatric Department....

Companies spared fines for real beneficiaries registry

Companies spared fines for real beneficiaries registry

In light of recent reports, the Department of Companies and Intellectual Property (DCIP) in Cyprus provides updates on the implementation of Law 188(I)/2007 addressing the Prevention and Combating of Money Laundering....

Snow spectacle unleashed in Troodos mountains!

Snow spectacle unleashed in Troodos mountains!

Brace yourselves, snow enthusiasts! The Meteorological Service's predictions hit the bullseye as Troodos mountains transform into a winter wonderland with a magical snowfall!...

Apple stocks dip as Microsoft claims market crown

Apple stocks dip as Microsoft claims market crown

In a noteworthy development, Microsoft has eclipsed Apple in market capitalization, marking the first time since late 2021....

Eighty football teams choose Cyprus for intensive training

Eighty football teams choose Cyprus for intensive training

Eighty football teams have already chosen Cyprus for their training preparation this year, Tourism Deputy Minister Costas Koumis said on Thursday, noting that last year the total number of teams that arrived in Cyprus for their training preparation was 92....

Legal battle after IVF mishap shatters couple's dreams

Legal battle after IVF mishap shatters couple's dreams

In a shocking turn of events, a New York-based Asian American couple, known only as Y.Z. and A.P., has recently settled with a Southern California fertility clinic after a distressing mix-up during in vitro fertilization (IVF) services....

Greek shipowner seeks US help over seized tanker amid rising tensions

Greek shipowner seeks US help over seized tanker amid rising tensions

Empire Navigation Inc., the Greek shipowner of an oil tanker seized by Iran, said it sought any help from the US government in regaining control of its vessel in a US court filing on Thursday....

US Ambassador addresses Cyprus reunification in TV interview

US Ambassador addresses Cyprus reunification in TV interview

In an interview today Mera Mesimeri, the US Ambassador to Cyprus, Julie Fisher, addressed various topics, including the implications of the appointment of Cuellar and the ongoing challenges in the region....

Cyprus affirms neutrality amidst UK air strikes on Houthi positions

Cyprus affirms neutrality amidst UK air strikes on Houthi positions

The Republic of Cyprus is not involved in any operation of a military nature, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told CNA on Friday, following the announcement that British aircraft stationed at Akrotiri Base in the British Bases,...

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