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02 November, 2024
 

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Family urges Biden to stay in race despite debate setback

Family urges Biden to stay in race despite debate setback

President Joe Biden faced intense family pressure to continue his presidential bid following a widely criticized debate performance last week, sources close to the White House disclosed....

Body found in Nicosia park prompts police investigation

Body found in Nicosia park prompts police investigation

Authorities were notified late Sunday following the discovery of a man's body near the Linear Park in the Strovolos area of Nicosia....

President Christodoulides to host UN's Colin Stewart

President Christodoulides to host UN's Colin Stewart

The President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides is set to receive on Monday afternoon at the Presidential Palace the Special Representative......

New era in Cyprus local governance begins with 20 new municipalities

New era in Cyprus local governance begins with 20 new municipalities

Cyprus is undergoing a significant local government reform aimed at enhancing service quality, financial and administrative autonomy, and transparency. ...

Clouds and choppy seas today

Clouds and choppy seas today

The region is experiencing the effects of seasonal low pressure, resulting in clear skies today, with some local cloud development expected in the afternoon....

Delving into the mind of an arsonist

Delving into the mind of an arsonist

Amid a summer plagued by arson-induced wildfires, authorities in Cyprus are grappling with understanding the motives behind these destructive acts and how to prevent them. ...

Cyprus reconsiders defense strategy amidst global conflicts

Cyprus reconsiders defense strategy amidst global conflicts

The shifting geopolitical landscape in Europe, marked by the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war, is prompting EU member states, including Cyprus...

Pancyprian Amateur Theatre Festival returns to Cyprus this October

Pancyprian Amateur Theatre Festival returns to Cyprus this October

The Cyprus Theatre Organisation has announced the 37th Pancyprian Amateur Theatre Festival 2024, aiming to strengthen, promote, and support amateur theatre across Cyprus....

Visually impaired paralympian blocked from competing due to UK guide dog policy

Visually impaired paralympian blocked from competing due to UK guide dog policy

A Paralympic swimmer set to compete in this summer’s Games says his career is at risk after post-Brexit policy changes barred him from flying in and out of the UK with his guide dog....

A cat's journey through 14 years of Prime Ministers

A cat's journey through 14 years of Prime Ministers

If there's been one constant amid the political upheaval of the past 14 years in British politics, it's Larry, the Downing Street Cat....

Windcraft Music Fest reflects on 10 years of music

Windcraft Music Fest reflects on 10 years of music

Windcraft Music Fest celebrates its tenth anniversary and returns dynamically on July 13th and 14th in Katydata Solea, focusing on wind instruments. ...

Afghan mother's son kidnapped by Turkish father in occupied Cyprus

Afghan mother's son kidnapped by Turkish father in occupied Cyprus

The Afghan mother, residing in the government-controlled areas after seeking political asylum, has condemned the abduction of her 3-year-old son by his Turkish father in the northern occupied territories....

Monthly car auction returns to Larnaca, featuring Bank of Cyprus vehicles

Monthly car auction returns to Larnaca, featuring Bank of Cyprus vehicles

Car enthusiasts and bargain hunters alike will converge once again on Mosfiloti, Larnaca, as the monthly car auction resumes its cycle....

Tatar to discuss new crossing with UN in London

Tatar to discuss new crossing with UN in London

The issue of opening a new crossing point in Mia Milia to enhance contact between the two communities will be raised at his 1 July meeting in London......

Ministry unveils bold plan to combat illegal waste dumping

Ministry unveils bold plan to combat illegal waste dumping

Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, Maria Panayiotou, has announced a multifaceted strategy to combat the island's persistent issue of illegal waste dumping, unveiling the initiative under the banner #wastefreecyprus....

Illegal residency soars in occupied Cyprus

Illegal residency soars in occupied Cyprus

The number of illegal residents in occupied Cyprus has surged to 83,000, marking a significant increase in undocumented individuals, according to data released by the "Ministry of Interior" and reported by Yeni Duzen newspaper....

Turkish Cypriot groups challenge Tatar's solution proposals

Turkish Cypriot groups challenge Tatar's solution proposals

Twenty-one Turkish Cypriot guilds, organizations, and political parties have collectively appealed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and his envoy for Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, ...

Neville Brody at UNIC: ''Embrace difficulty, question everything''

Neville Brody at UNIC: ''Embrace difficulty, question everything''

Renowned graphic designer Neville Brody, a pioneer in visual communication, will deliver the commencement address at the University of Nicosia, where he will also receive an honorary doctorate from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences....

New government website allows you to track projects live

New government website allows you to track projects live

The new website, www.diakivernisi.gov.cy, is a platform where all citizens can stay informed about the implementation of the government's initiatives. It was presented a few days ago by the Deputy Minister to the President, Irene Piki....

KEDIPES hits €1.36B milestone in state aid repayments

KEDIPES hits €1.36B milestone in state aid repayments

KEDIPES has announced a €60 million cash repayment made on June 26, 2024, as part of its ongoing efforts to repay state aid received by the former......

Varosha resolution: PACE calls for return to legal owners

Varosha resolution: PACE calls for return to legal owners

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) on Thursday approved a resolution calling for the return of Varosha to its lawful inhabitants......

Ministry maintains €300 fine for running red lights

Ministry maintains €300 fine for running red lights

On Thursday, the Minister of Transport, Communications, and Works, Alexis Vafeadis, was briefed on various legislative proposals submitted by parliamentarians....

Turkish navy monitors Italian cable-laying in Cyprus' EEZ

Turkish navy monitors Italian cable-laying in Cyprus' EEZ

The Turkish Navy is keeping a close eye on the work of the Italian vessel Teliri, which is to lay telecommunication cables within Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ) that will stretch to Greece and then to Italy. ...

Democrats grapple with Biden's debate fallout (video)

Democrats grapple with Biden's debate fallout (video)

Following President Joe Biden's lackluster debate performance, Democrats are grappling with unprecedented discussions about potentially replacing him on the ticket....

Violence erupts in Limassol, two injured in family brawl (vid)

Violence erupts in Limassol, two injured in family brawl (vid)

A tumultuous altercation erupted Thursday night, June 27, in Limassol, resulting in injuries to two individuals....

Top Cypriot producers honored for their culinary excellence

Top Cypriot producers honored for their culinary excellence

Ten Cypriot agri-food producers were honored at the 10th ''Gastronomos'' Quality Awards on Thursday evening, June 27, 2024. The event, held at the old Nicosia Town Hall, celebrated a decade of achievements in Cypriot gastronomy and the promotion of local products....

 Houses for sale by AstroBank

Houses for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale houses in Nicosia, Larnaca, and Paphos that are ideal for own-occupancy....

After the 'white smoke', phase two begins for von der Leyen

After the 'white smoke', phase two begins for von der Leyen

The attempt to reassure Georgia Meloni to agree to the European Council's decision to back the trio of Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as President of the Commission, Antonio Costa as President of the European Council...

Feel the heat as summer sizzles on the island

Feel the heat as summer sizzles on the island

While it's going to be hot, it's the perfect excuse to hit the beach! Cool off in the beautiful Mediterranean Sea, relax under an umbrella, and enjoy the summer vibes. Stay hydrated, and don't forget your sunscreen!...

Trolls, blacklists, and rose milk: A ''democratic'' drama

Trolls, blacklists, and rose milk: A ''democratic'' drama

The issue of fake accounts and trolls on platform X is becoming a big topic - especially following accusations by a well-known lawyer. According to these accusations, w...

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