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09 February, 2025
 

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Hamas to release more hostages in second exchange

Hamas to release more hostages in second exchange

Hamas has announced plans to release the names of four hostages on Friday, who are set to be freed on Saturday as part of the second exchange in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement. ...

Trump orders release of secret assassination files

Trump orders release of secret assassination files

In a move stirring significant controversy, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the declassification of decades-old government records tied to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. ...

Cyprus tightens immigration rules with new law changes

Cyprus tightens immigration rules with new law changes

In a unanimous decision, the Cyprus House of Representatives has approved an update to the country’s Aliens and Immigration Law, bringing in new changes that aim to modernize the immigration system and align it with the recently created State Ministry of Immigration and International Protection....

Rain, chill, and snow: Winter’s not done with us yet!

Rain, chill, and snow: Winter’s not done with us yet!

Good morning and happy Friday! Here’s your weekend weather report with a splash of fun....

€14.7 million U.S.-backed upgrade to transform Cyprus airbase

€14.7 million U.S.-backed upgrade to transform Cyprus airbase

The official announcement regarding the upgrade of the ''Andreas Papandreou'' airbase by the U.S. undoubtedly strengthens bilateral relations between the two countries....

Chaos over fine notifications: 'Website operation is illegal'

Chaos over fine notifications: 'Website operation is illegal'

A barrage of criticism from MPs has been directed at the Police for "threatening citizens" with court referrals if they fail to pay fines from the photo-enforcement system by the end of March....

Construction permits surge in 2024 but stumble in August due to system hiccups

Construction permits surge in 2024 but stumble in August due to system hiccups

Building activity in Cyprus showed strong momentum in the first eight months of 2024, with construction permits climbing 8.6% compared to the same period in 2023....

Pay as You Throw: Roadmap agreed despite 20 obstacles

Pay as You Throw: Roadmap agreed despite 20 obstacles

A roadmap for implementing the "Pay as You Throw" system by municipalities and communities was agreed upon on Thursday during a meeting hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment....

Cyprus left high and dry over dam failure

Cyprus left high and dry over dam failure

The Mavrokolympos dam has finally been emptied, leaving behind not just a dry reservoir but also a flood of frustration among Cypriots. The drastic measure was taken to address a technical failure,...

Tobacco products worth €200,000 found hidden behind bird cages (PHOTOS)

Tobacco products worth €200,000 found hidden behind bird cages (PHOTOS)

Members of the Nicosia CID conducted a coordinated operation today between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM....

Trump addresses national challenges in First White House interview (VIDEOS)

Trump addresses national challenges in First White House interview (VIDEOS)

In his first television interview since returning to the White House, President Donald Trump offered a wide-ranging assessment of national issues, asserting that America's challenges are "all solvable" and emphasizing the unity of the Republican congressional caucus....

Football clubs slam Omonia's involvement in tax talks

Football clubs slam Omonia's involvement in tax talks

A group of five major Cypriot football clubs issued a joint statement following their meeting with the Tax Commissioner yesterday, clarifying their stance on overdue debts to the state and calling out certain actions they deem disruptive to the ongoing dialogue....

Holier than Thou, but stuck in the Middle Ages

Holier than Thou, but stuck in the Middle Ages

"I want to lead a saintly life, but the devil won’t let me," was a saying my late grandmother often repeated. ...

$500 billion AI project aims to transform the U.S., but sparks rivalries

$500 billion AI project aims to transform the U.S., but sparks rivalries

President Donald Trump and leading tech executives have announced an ambitious $500 billion project, dubbed "Stargate," aimed at expanding AI data centers across the United States. ...

Georgian ballet to dazzle Paphos in March

Georgian ballet to dazzle Paphos in March

World-class artistry is coming to Paphos this spring, as the renowned Georgian National Ballet Sukhishvili takes the stage for two breathtaking performances....

From mild cleric to hardliner, the polarizing rise of Paphos’ Metropolitan

From mild cleric to hardliner, the polarizing rise of Paphos’ Metropolitan

The Church of Cyprus is facing internal turmoil, as moral scandals and polarizing views among its clergy create tension within the hierarchy and among the faithful. ...

Cyprus keeps it cozy with rainy days and snowy peaks

Cyprus keeps it cozy with rainy days and snowy peaks

Good morning! It’s Thursday, January 23, 2025, and it looks like Cyprus is still soaking in the remnants of that mild low pressure. Grab your umbrella because those rains from yesterday are sticking around....

Aegean tensions and Cyprus’ energy ambitions

Aegean tensions and Cyprus’ energy ambitions

While Cyprus advances its energy ambitions, tensions between Greece and Turkey over the Aegean Sea persist....

New lending boosted by interest rates and government plans

New lending boosted by interest rates and government plans

A favorable landscape for Cypriot borrowers is taking shape in 2025, laying the groundwork for a strong year in new lending....

Police officer arrested on multiple charges of corruption

Police officer arrested on multiple charges of corruption

Investigations by the CID are ongoing...

Tatar rejects Christodoulides' package on crossing points

Tatar rejects Christodoulides' package on crossing points

Ersin Tatar is considering sending a letter to the UN Secretary-General....

Building safety concerns prompt EAC building evacuation

Building safety concerns prompt EAC building evacuation

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has evacuated its oldest building in central Nicosia as a precautionary measure after inspections flagged seismic safety deficiencies....

Stella Kyriakides warns against U.S. withdrawal from WHO

Stella Kyriakides warns against U.S. withdrawal from WHO

Former European Union Commissioner for Health, Stella Kyriakides, has raised alarms over the United States' decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO)....

Trump signs order suspending DEI employees

Trump signs order suspending DEI employees

In a significant move under the new Trump administration, the White House confirmed that federal employees working in diversity offices will be placed on paid leave as part of the shutdown of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) programs....

Cypriots losing confidence in solar energy amid frequent shutdowns

Cypriots losing confidence in solar energy amid frequent shutdowns

In recent years, Cyprus has been pushing hard to adopt renewable energy, particularly solar energy, by encouraging homeowners to install photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...

17 year old Cypriot citizens get the right to vote

17 year old Cypriot citizens get the right to vote

In a groundbreaking move for Cyprus, President Nicos Christodoulides called today a historic day for democracy in the country....

Water crisis looms for Paphos farmers

Water crisis looms for Paphos farmers

The Ministry of Agriculture is ramping up efforts to tackle water shortages in Paphos and ensure farmers have enough resources to sustain their crops. ...

Latchi port expansion to transform Polis Chrysochous

Latchi port expansion to transform Polis Chrysochous

The long-anticipated expansion of Latchi Port, managed by the Cyprus Ports Authority, is once again gaining momentum. The project, considered a game-changer for Polis Chrysochous, promises to bring significant economic and social benefits to the region....

Heated dispute with delivery driver turns violent (video)

Heated dispute with delivery driver turns violent (video)

A shocking video making rounds on social media captures a heated confrontation in Limassol, where a man physically assaulted a food delivery driver during a dispute....

Dr. Panagiotis Kouvaros's Research Paper Accepted at AAAI 2025

Dr. Panagiotis Kouvaros's Research Paper Accepted at AAAI 2025

UoL is thrilled to announce that Dr. Panagiotis Kouvaros, Assistant Professor of Artificial Intelligence (AI), has had his latest research paper accepted at the prestigious 39th AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence, set to take place in 2025....

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