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Icelandic authorities brace for eruption following earthquakes and magma surge

Icelandic authorities brace for eruption following earthquakes and magma surge

Icelandic authorities are bracing for a potential volcanic eruption in the southwest of the island following a series of earthquakes and signs of rapidly spreading magma underground....

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UN expert slams western governments as ''paralysed'' in Gaza crisis

UN expert slams western governments as ''paralysed'' in Gaza crisis

A United Nations expert has accused Australia and other western governments of paralysis over the Israel-Gaza crisis, saying leaders are either “muttering inaudible words of condemnation” or staying silent in fear....

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HIV patients denied care, forced to halt medication

HIV patients denied care, forced to halt medication

In 2023, although HIV is no longer contagious, HIV-positive patients in Cyprus continue to face marginalization and social exclusion when taking medication....

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IPTO paves the way for Cyprus-Israel electrical bond

IPTO paves the way for Cyprus-Israel electrical bond

The Independent Power Transmission Operator of Greece (IPTO) intends to establish a subsidiary Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to facilitate the potential entry of the Republic of Cyprus and other potential investors into the electrical interconnection project between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel (EuroAsia Interconnector)....

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Cyprus gears up for ICIJ bombshell on Russian ties

Cyprus gears up for ICIJ bombshell on Russian ties

The government is on high alert due to the announcement of a documentary by the ICIJ on the Cypriot Investment Program and its relations with Russian oligarchs....

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Israel accuses Hamas of hospital exploitation

Israel accuses Hamas of hospital exploitation

Gaza’s Shifa Hospital has become the focus of a dayslong stalemate in Israel’s war against the Hamas militant group....

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Cyprus on high alert for thunderstorms

Cyprus on high alert for thunderstorms

A yellow warning is in effect, issued shortly after midnight by the meteorology department of Cyprus, for severe thunderstorms expected to occur until 06:00 pm. ...

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US helicopter crash claims 5 lives in southern Mediterranean

US helicopter crash claims 5 lives in southern Mediterranean

The US military has officially named the five soldiers who lost their lives in a helicopter crash in the Eastern Mediterranean last Friday, as confirmed by a statement from the US Army Special Operations Command on Monday....

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Traffic woes make Nicosia's core the key to urban transformation

Traffic woes make Nicosia's core the key to urban transformation

Traffic is one of the most pressing issues that need resolution. While all cities face similar problems, Nicosia leads the pack. Focusing on Nicosia, the state's main effort is concentrated on developing the regional road network—an effort I not only agree with but advocate for intensifying. ...

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Kombos propose high-frequency aid corridor to Gaza

Kombos propose high-frequency aid corridor to Gaza

Cyprus is putting forth an ambitious plan for a secure and closely monitored humanitarian aid hub and sea corridor to facilitate the efficient flow of aid to Gaza....

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Scammers exploit Kalogeropoulos-Mavromichalis murders to target Cypriots

Scammers exploit Kalogeropoulos-Mavromichalis murders to target Cypriots

In a disturbing turn of events, fraudsters have seized the opportunity presented by the Kalogeropoulos and Mavromichalis murders to orchestrate an electronic fraud scheme. The primary objective: intercepting sensitive data from unsuspecting citizens....

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Five brave souls fall in US military chopper disaster off Cyprus

Five brave souls fall in US military chopper disaster off Cyprus

In a heartbreaking incident, five American service members lost their lives in the eastern Mediterranean as a U.S. military MH-60 helicopter crashed during routine training, about thirty nautical miles off Cyprus....

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Will Black Friday's shopping basket be lighter this year?

Will Black Friday's shopping basket be lighter this year?

The November market outlook differs this year....

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Feline Covid strain, linked to 8,000 cat deaths in Cyprus, surfaces in the UK

Feline Covid strain, linked to 8,000 cat deaths in Cyprus, surfaces in the UK

A deadly strain of Covid, believed to be responsible for over 8,000 cat deaths in Cyprus has spread to the UK, scientists have said....

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Assessing George Papanastasiou's 9-month energy impact

Assessing George Papanastasiou's 9-month energy impact

Last March, when the newly elected President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, announced his Cabinet, one portfolio that drew attention was the Ministry of Energy....

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Young Paphos resident transforms home into enchanted spectacle

Young Paphos resident transforms home into enchanted spectacle

In a festive tradition reminiscent of a fairy tale, Christos, a dedicated young resident, has transformed his family home into a magical wonderland ahead of the Christmas celebration....

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Exodus to Cyprus as Israelis escape Hamas fallout

Exodus to Cyprus as Israelis escape Hamas fallout

In quieter times, the four-storey building that houses the Jewish community centre in the heart of Larnaca is an oasis of peace....

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Hunters fined for illegal weapons and bird call device in Paphos

Hunters fined for illegal weapons and bird call device in Paphos

In a recent enforcement operation, three hunters faced fines from the Thera Fund on Sunday for the unlawful transportation of an assembled shotgun and the use of a device producing imitation bird calls....

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BOC reports €349M in profits, plans employee bonuses for 2024

BOC reports €349M in profits, plans employee bonuses for 2024

In a significant financial turnaround, Bank of Cyprus reported a notable profit of €349 million for the nine months ending September 30, 2023, marking a substantial improvement from the €19 million loss in the same period last year. ...

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Explosive report will unveil Cyprus' secret financial 'dance' with Russia

Explosive report will unveil Cyprus' secret financial 'dance' with Russia

The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) has unveiled an extensive eight-month investigation named "Cyprus Confidential," as disclosed in posts on Social Media X....

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Russian tycoons secure bargains as multinationals retreat

Russian tycoons secure bargains as multinationals retreat

In the post-Ukraine war era, a unique trend is shaping Russia's business landscape. Big Western players like McDonald's, Ball Corp., and Henkel AG made a swift exit, leaving behind a $21 billion void. Enter a new generation of Russian business leaders, seizing opportunities amidst the multinational exodus....

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Rishi Sunak sacks Home Secretary Suella Braverman

Rishi Sunak sacks Home Secretary Suella Braverman

Rishi Sunak has sacked Suella Braverman as home secretary sparking a major reshuffle of his top team....

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Eurozone economic snapshot - November 13, 2023

Eurozone economic snapshot - November 13, 2023

Inflation in the Eurozone, which stood at 10.6% in October 2022, has decreased to 2.9% in October 2023, sparking optimism among central bankers....

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Elizabeth McCaul unveils hidden financial dangers

Elizabeth McCaul unveils hidden financial dangers

A strong signal highlighting the need for closer scrutiny of non-bank financial institutions comes from Frankfurt, as Elizabeth McCaul, a member of the European Central Bank's Supervisory Board, emphasizes the potential risks....

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Finyard launches in Cyprus, providing innovative software solutions for the FinTech space

Finyard launches in Cyprus, providing innovative software solutions for the FinTech space

Finyard, an innovative software solutions provider, that helps global brands within the FinTech space offer their clients cutting-edge applications, has opened its doors in Cyprus....

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Cyprus' challenge to open Gaza's maritime path

Cyprus' challenge to open Gaza's maritime path

Cyprus' proposal for a maritime humanitarian corridor to Gaza is gaining momentum in European discussions. However, practical challenges tied to the port situation in the besieged Palestinian area have kept the effort in a preliminary stage....

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Babies among 12 dead in Israel-Hamas fuel dispute

Babies among 12 dead in Israel-Hamas fuel dispute

Hamas has denied refusing an offer of fuel from Israel for Gaza's biggest hospital, which the World Health Organisation says is "not functioning" due to bombing and gunfire....

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Clouds and spotty showers ahead

Clouds and spotty showers ahead

In the latest forecast, a shift in weather patterns is set to bring a mix of conditions to the island....

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Unveiling the playful magic of Christmas decor

Unveiling the playful magic of Christmas decor

As the high temperatures persist on our island, Christmas might feel distant, but the festive season is just around the corner! Get ready to infuse your home with the magic of Christmas lights and vibrant colors....

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Hezbollah leader reveals new weapons in border clashes with Israel

Hezbollah leader reveals new weapons in border clashes with Israel

The leader of Lebanon’s militant Hezbollah group said Saturday his fighters have introduced new weapons, including a missile with a heavy warhead in the ongoing fighting along the Lebanon-Israel border, adding that they will keep using the tense frontier to pressure Israel....

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