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13 January, 2025
 

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Twin wildfires ravage Southern California, devastating celebrity enclave (images)

Twin wildfires ravage Southern California, devastating celebrity enclave (images)

Two fast-moving wildfires erupted Tuesday in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands to flee and leaving a path of destruction across neighborhoods, including Pacific Palisades — a scenic, ocean-adjacent area known for its celebrity residents and multimillion-dollar homes....

Golden Globes guests trade trophies for million-dollar extravaganza

Golden Globes guests trade trophies for million-dollar extravaganza

While the world watched with bated breath as Hollywood's finest graced the Golden Globes stage, a different kind of drama was unfolding backstage....

Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

In a fluid and volatile international environment, closer cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt has become essential to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean....

Antidepressants exposed: Myths, controversies, and the truth behind the pills

Antidepressants exposed: Myths, controversies, and the truth behind the pills

Even if you’ve never taken antidepressants, you’re likely familiar with the criticism and controversy surrounding them....

''He promised to help Cyprus''

''He promised to help Cyprus''

When Jimmy Carter was elected president of the United States in 1976, Greek Cypriots had reason to be hopeful....

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's far-right National Front, dies at 96

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's far-right National Front, dies at 96

Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of France's far-right National Front (Front National) party, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 96, according to reports from French media. Known for his unapologetic nationalism and controversial rhetoric, Le Pen was a divisive figure in French politics for decades....

Government and Larnaca reach agreement on port and marina development

Government and Larnaca reach agreement on port and marina development

An agreement has been reached between the government and Larnaca stakeholders regarding the future development of the city’s port and marina,...

Speculation grows over Akinci's candidacy in ''presidential elections''

Speculation grows over Akinci's candidacy in ''presidential elections''

The Democratic Party (KDP) in the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus is taking steps to identify a strong candidate for the ''presidential elections'' set for October. ...

Cyprus aims for cheaper electricity with competitive market by 2025

Cyprus aims for cheaper electricity with competitive market by 2025

The government is ramping up efforts to bring down electricity costs for households and businesses by July 2025 through the introduction of a competitive electricity market, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou announced on Tuesday. ...

Hospitals brace for more visits as infections rise with school reopenings

Hospitals brace for more visits as infections rise with school reopenings

Seasonal infections are picking up across Cyprus, with flu cases, the RSV virus, and COVID-19 leading the charge....

'He promised to help Cyprus'

'He promised to help Cyprus'

Jimmy Carter passed away last week December 29, 2024, in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, at the age of 100....

Paralimni Municipality launches 'Neighborhood Social Worker' Program

Paralimni Municipality launches 'Neighborhood Social Worker' Program

The Municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia has launched the "Neighborhood Social Worker" program, a significant step towards improving access to social services for its residents....

42-year-old man arrested for child sexual abuse material

42-year-old man arrested for child sexual abuse material

A new case of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material is under investigation by the police....

IT jobs top demand in the EU: What this means for Cyprus

IT jobs top demand in the EU: What this means for Cyprus

In today's digital world, IT specialists are in high demand across Europe, and it’s no surprise. According to recent data from Eurostat, IT professionals top the list of the most sought-after workers in the EU...

Political Islam is changing.  What it means for the Middle East and Cyprus

Political Islam is changing. What it means for the Middle East and Cyprus

Sayyid Qutb (1906-1966) is often regarded as the father of modern militant Islam. He reshaped the concept of jihad, transforming it from its Quranic meaning into a radicalized interpretation that gave rise to political Islam. ...

Powerful earthquake hits Tibet, leaving 53 dead (video)

Powerful earthquake hits Tibet, leaving 53 dead (video)

A strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit a remote area of Tibet early on Tuesday morning, killing at least 53 people and injuring 62 others. The earthquake, which struck at 9:05 a.m. local time,...

Back to reality: Sunshine, clouds, and wonderful morning traffic

Back to reality: Sunshine, clouds, and wonderful morning traffic

Ah, January 7th—a bittersweet day! The holidays have packed up their tinsel, kids are back to school (thank goodness, right?), and adults are staring down their inboxes....

EU and Turkey edge closer to modernizing customs union

EU and Turkey edge closer to modernizing customs union

A significant effort is underway to modernize the Turkish Customs Union, a landmark economic arrangement that has governed trade between Turkey and the European Union (EU) since 1996. ...

Trudeau poised to resign as Liberal leader, sources say

Trudeau poised to resign as Liberal leader, sources say

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau may be preparing to resign as leader of the Liberal Party after nearly a decade in power, according to a source familiar with his plans....

Investor scammed out of $58,000 in cryptocurrency fraud

Investor scammed out of $58,000 in cryptocurrency fraud

The promise of easy profits through online investments lured a 50-year-old man into a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam, resulting in the loss of $58,000....

2025: A new chapter for Cyprus’s property market

2025: A new chapter for Cyprus’s property market

2024 was both literally and figuratively a leap year. Metaphorically speaking, we anticipated this shift a year ago as we reflected on 2023 and made our predictions for the year ahead....

Epiphany celebrations highlight faith and tradition in Cyprus and beyond

Epiphany celebrations highlight faith and tradition in Cyprus and beyond

On January 6, Greek Orthodox Christians in Cyprus and around the world celebrate Epiphany, or Theophany, a day steeped in tradition and faith. ...

Charging made easy: Cyprus introduces card payments for EV stations

Charging made easy: Cyprus introduces card payments for EV stations

Charging an electric vehicle (EV) in Cyprus just got easier. The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has announced a streamlined payment process at its 32 public charging stations, allowing drivers to pay directly with their credit or debit cards....

Greece mourns former Prime Minister Costas Simitis

Greece mourns former Prime Minister Costas Simitis

The Greek government has declared four days of national mourning following the death of former prime minister Costas Simitis, with a state funeral to honor his legacy....

Walmart’s $100 Birkin dupe sparks debate and raises eyebrows

Walmart’s $100 Birkin dupe sparks debate and raises eyebrows

Walmart has caused a stir in the fashion world by offering a knockoff of the renowned Hermès Birkin bag, priced between $78 and $100—far less than the luxury version, which typically starts at $10,000...

A fresh analysis of the Moon’s history has unveiled intriguing new clues about its age

A fresh analysis of the Moon’s history has unveiled intriguing new clues about its age

While we have long known that the Moon was formed by a massive collision with Earth around 4.5 billion years ago, a new study reveals that a major event of remelting around 4.35 billion years ago has been hiding the true age of the Moon....

ChatGPT: Your new digital assistant, but don't rely on it blindly!

ChatGPT: Your new digital assistant, but don't rely on it blindly!

Since November 2022, we’ve been living through a tech revolution that’s changed the way we get information. Imagine having a digital assistant, always ready to answer your questions in a clear, structured way. ...

A little extra for everyone as pensions get a new year's boost

A little extra for everyone as pensions get a new year's boost

The Council of Ministers has approved an increase in pensions from the Social Insurance Fund (TKA) starting in January 2025....

Twelve dead, including two children, after bar fight in Montenegro turns tragic

Twelve dead, including two children, after bar fight in Montenegro turns tragic

A gunman in Cetinje, Montenegro, killed 12 people, including two children, following a violent altercation at a bar, according to authorities....

A clean bill of health for Paphos' food packaging industry

A clean bill of health for Paphos' food packaging industry

A total of 600 inspections were conducted by the Paphos Municipal Health Service as part of preventive measures during the festive period, with only three establishments requiring observations, according to the Head of the Service, Christos Christou....

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