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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....

Trump backs Elon Musk as potential TikTok buyer

Trump backs Elon Musk as potential TikTok buyer

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for the idea of Elon Musk purchasing TikTok, the popular social media platform owned by China's ByteDance. ...

Oroklini to receive major €12 million upgrade with new projects

Oroklini to receive major €12 million upgrade with new projects

Oroklini, a growing community near Larnaca, is gearing up for a major transformation, with a series of exciting projects set to enhance the area. ...

Alphamega Hypermarkets expands its presence with new store in Mandria, Paphos

Alphamega Hypermarkets expands its presence with new store in Mandria, Paphos

Alphamega Hypermarkets has expanded its presence in the Paphos District, by opening a new store in Mandria. The new Alphamega Hypermarket, located in the premises of the former Papamichael hypermarket, opened its doors for the first time today....

New €26 million fund to boost startups in Cyprus

New €26 million fund to boost startups in Cyprus

33East, a venture capital firm based in Cyprus, has launched its first fund with an initial close of €26 million. ...

Lidl Cyprus supports the new generation of green entrepreneurs

Lidl Cyprus supports the new generation of green entrepreneurs

The 3rd Trade Fair of the MindREset educational environmental programme, which took place on the weekend of January 18 and 19, 2025, at the Metropolis Mall in Larnaca, was successfully materialised....

The rains have arrived. A refreshing change for Cyprus!

The rains have arrived. A refreshing change for Cyprus!

Good news, everyone (or maybe not for some)! The rains have finally come to refresh us. ...

The International Ombudsman Institute: Advocating for fairness and justice across Europe

The International Ombudsman Institute: Advocating for fairness and justice across Europe

The International Ombudsman Institute (IOI) is a global organization that brings together over 200 Ombudsman offices from more than 100 countries. ...

Prisoner attempts escape from Limassol Court

Prisoner attempts escape from Limassol Court

A commotion erupted at the Limassol Court on Tuesday morning, January 21, when a prisoner attempted to escape....

These snakes can be seen in Cyprus – They don't hibernate! (PHOTOS)

These snakes can be seen in Cyprus – They don't hibernate! (PHOTOS)

Cyprus is home to eight snake species, three of which are venomous....

435th Squadron at Papandreou Base for infrastructure upgrade

435th Squadron at Papandreou Base for infrastructure upgrade

An assessment team from the 435th U.S. Air Force Emergency Response Support Squadron is visiting Cyprus this week....

Mavrokolympos Dam must be emptied to find solution

Mavrokolympos Dam must be emptied to find solution

The Department of Water Development has explored alternative ways to repair damage to the Mavrokolympos Dam, but a feasible solution remains elusive....

Greek companies dominate Cyprus market with expanding investments

Greek companies dominate Cyprus market with expanding investments

In recent years, a wave of Greek companies has been making significant strides in Cyprus, investing across various sectors and expanding their reach....

Demetra shareholders face tough decision over Logicom’s €1.55 offer

Demetra shareholders face tough decision over Logicom’s €1.55 offer

The decision facing thousands of shareholders of Dimitra Investment is not an easy one....

Greek-ing the system: Trump’s Greek-American allies shape U.S. policy

Greek-ing the system: Trump’s Greek-American allies shape U.S. policy

Donald Trump’s administration is certainly influenced by several Greek Americans who are playing key roles in shaping U.S. policies. As Trump gets ready to be sworn in for his second term, these Greeks are not only helping to execute his vision but also ensuring that the U.S.-Greece relationship remains strong....

British Airways sues for $1.2 million over missing gold jewelry (Update)

British Airways sues for $1.2 million over missing gold jewelry (Update)

British Airways is taking legal action against a ground-handling company over the disappearance of nearly 20 pounds of gold jewelry worth millions....

Murderer behind bars gives controversial podcast interview

Murderer behind bars gives controversial podcast interview

In a bizarre and controversial turn of events, Loy Dejan, a notorious four-time murderer, has made waves by giving an online interview from his prison cell, further igniting concerns over the rampant use of mobile phones inside Cyprus' Central Prison....

UN Chief warns of ''serious violation'' if Israel annexes West Bank

UN Chief warns of ''serious violation'' if Israel annexes West Bank

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres raised serious concerns today over the potential annexation of the West Bank by Israel, calling it a ''very serious violation of international law.''...

Trump declares immigration emergency in first act

Trump declares immigration emergency in first act

On his first day back in the White House, President Donald Trump hit the ground running, signing a wave of executive actions aimed at undoing much of his predecessor’s legacy. The day was packed with bold decisions, controversial pardons, and a few unexpected twists....

Soak up the sun while you can!

Soak up the sun while you can!

Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts because change is on the horizon! Today, the skies will play nice, offering partly cloudy weather with a gentle breeze blowing northeast to southeast at 3 to 4 Beaufort....

'Parent 1 and parent 2' goes to Parliament after backlash

'Parent 1 and parent 2' goes to Parliament after backlash

There are strong reactions to the reference to Parent 1 and Parent 2 in the platform for registering children for the first year of primary school...

Tech giants and high-profile figures attend Trump’s inauguration

Tech giants and high-profile figures attend Trump’s inauguration

Tech leaders and media moguls were front and center at the inauguration of President-elect Trump today...

Turkish Airlines’ ‘Pet Lounge’ gives furry travelers first-class perks

Turkish Airlines’ ‘Pet Lounge’ gives furry travelers first-class perks

It seems Turkish Airlines is tired of its furry passengers feeling left out of the first-class treatment. The airline, which already prides itself on flying to more countries than any other, just rolled out a ‘Pet Lounge’ at Istanbul Airport....

Over 3,100 traffic offences reported in one week

Over 3,100 traffic offences reported in one week

More than 3,104 traffic offences were detected and reported during traffic checks carried out by members of the police across the country from 13/01/2025 to 19/01/2025....

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