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04 November, 2024
 

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Maundy Thursday forecast brings warmth and gentle breezes

Maundy Thursday forecast brings warmth and gentle breezes

As Maundy Thursday dawns, a serene atmosphere blankets the region, with a gentle breeze stirring occasional dust particles in the air....

Vaccine triggers robust immune response against brain cancer

Vaccine triggers robust immune response against brain cancer

In groundbreaking trials, scientists have unveiled a pioneering mRNA cancer vaccine, igniting a robust immune response to combat deadly brain tumors. ...

Breakthrough in 'Dimitroui' attempted murder

Breakthrough in 'Dimitroui' attempted murder

Investigations into the attempted murder of 34-year-old Dimitris Andronikou, known as ''Dimitroui,'' are underway in Pervolia following an incident on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, on the Paleochori - Anthoupoli road....

The hotspots where Cypriots are headed to this Easter

The hotspots where Cypriots are headed to this Easter

The Easter festive period can actually be described as the vanguard of the summer holidays for Cypriots who choose to holiday outside Cyprus. ...

Workers unite as May Day celebrations take place across the island

Workers unite as May Day celebrations take place across the island

Workers across all cities celebrated International Workers' Day this year with various events and demonstrations, led by the Pancyprian Federation of Labour (PEO) organizing marches in every city....

Israel threatens Rafah invasion

Israel threatens Rafah invasion

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken that Israel will invade Rafah if Hamas continues to make an end to the war a condition of the hostage deal, two Israeli and US officials said....

US considers downgrading marijuana

US considers downgrading marijuana

In a historic shift in American drug policy, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is poised to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, moving it from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, alongside substances like ketamine and certain anabolic steroids,...

ENI discusses exploitation scenarios and priority solutions

ENI discusses exploitation scenarios and priority solutions

ENI's discoveries in Cyprus' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and the scenarios for the exploitation of the confirmed drillings as well as the preferred solutions to efficiently meet domestic energy priorities were discussed in a meeting with the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, ...

Over 7,000 candidates vie for 3,227 seats in June 9 polls

Over 7,000 candidates vie for 3,227 seats in June 9 polls

In preparation for the June 9, 2024 elections in Cyprus, Chief Returning Officer Dr. Elikkos Elia announced on Tuesday a significant level of candidate interest and voter eligibility. ...

Christodoulides and Sunak discuss humanitarian aid and regional affairs

Christodoulides and Sunak discuss humanitarian aid and regional affairs

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides engaged in a telephone conversation with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Tuesday, discussing various pressing issues including the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza via a maritime corridor from Cyprus, regional developments, the migration crisis, and updates on the Cyprus issue....

Foreign students welcomed into labor market

Foreign students welcomed into labor market

Labour Minister Yiannis Panagiotou announced on Tuesday the government's decision to enhance foreign students' access to the labor market, citing its significance in the country's development planning...

There's no stifling the Cypriot's wanderlust

There's no stifling the Cypriot's wanderlust

Are you ready to embark on a journey with the spirited travelers of Cyprus? Hold on to your hats as we delve into the adventurous spirit of Cypriots and their passion for exploration!...

Cypriots opting for Easter holidays abroad

Cypriots opting for Easter holidays abroad

According to the Association of Cyprus Tourism Agents (ACTA), a substantial number of Cypriots are opting for Easter holidays abroad, as indicated by recent figures....

Six new cameras installed to monitor traffic violations in Nicosia

Six new cameras installed to monitor traffic violations in Nicosia

In a proactive move aimed at enhancing road safety measures, authorities in the province of Nicosia have expanded the deployment......

Increased police presence on Cyprus roads for Easter traffic surge

Increased police presence on Cyprus roads for Easter traffic surge

Cyprus Police have announced increased road safety measures for the upcoming Easter and Resurrection holiday period, as is customary every year....

Cyprus awaits US approval for Gaza aid departure amidst Amalthea initiative

Cyprus awaits US approval for Gaza aid departure amidst Amalthea initiative

We are ready to go ahead as soon as we receive the green light from the United States, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday, referring to the next departure of a vessel loaded with humanitarian aid from Larnaca to Gaza in the context of the Cypriot initiative ''Amalthea''....

Melco's European expansion hit by tax cuts in occupied Cyprus casinos

Melco's European expansion hit by tax cuts in occupied Cyprus casinos

Melco Resorts & Entertainment's grand venture, the City of Dreams Mediterranean, faces a dramatic twist in its European odyssey as northern Cyprus casinos brace for a tax overhaul. ...

''State won't yield to blackmail on Larnaca port issue,'' says president

''State won't yield to blackmail on Larnaca port issue,'' says president

President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized on Tuesday that the state cannot be blackmailed by anyone, stating that efforts are underway to find a solution to the issue of the Larnaca port. ...

Cyprus records 3.2% drop in March fuel sales

Cyprus records 3.2% drop in March fuel sales

Total sales of petroleum products declined by 3.2% year on year in March with sales amounting to 108,200 tonnes. ...

AstraZeneca faces lawsuits over vaccine's rare blood-clotting risk

AstraZeneca faces lawsuits over vaccine's rare blood-clotting risk

AstraZeneca has admitted that its COVID-19 vaccine could cause a rare but deadly blood-clotting condition, potentially exposing the UK pharmaceutical......

Cyprus navigates economic uncertainty with strong economic reserves

Cyprus navigates economic uncertainty with strong economic reserves

Cyprus is sitting pretty with a lot of cash in the bank, and it's good news for handling any economic bumps in the road. The government's stash of nearly €2.83 billion can cover a big chunk of its debts due in the next year....

Von der Leyen, Christodoulides headline Cyprus-EU anniversary at palace

Von der Leyen, Christodoulides headline Cyprus-EU anniversary at palace

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will attend an event at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia on Wednesday marking the 20th anniversary of the accession of Cyprus to the European Union....

Consulco's London credit fund shines in Q1 2024

Consulco's London credit fund shines in Q1 2024

Exciting opportunities are unfolding for the Cyprus-led humanitarian initiative "Amalthea," aimed at delivering vital aid to the Gaza Strip by sea....

From ''black sheep'' to EU bridge

From ''black sheep'' to EU bridge

On the 20th anniversary of Cyprus' accession to the European Union, retired Ambassador Theophilos Theophilou reflects on the nation's journey from being labeled ''the black sheep'' to becoming a pivotal bridge to the Middle East....

MP Neofytou proposes €11,000 immediate payout for solidarity fund recipients

MP Neofytou proposes €11,000 immediate payout for solidarity fund recipients

Democratic Rally MP Averof Neophytou has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at alleviating financial burdens for beneficiaries of the Solidarity Fund....

Ancient Greek attire group slips past Acropolis guards

Ancient Greek attire group slips past Acropolis guards

The Culture Ministry stated that it had no affiliation with and did not authorize the presence of a group of individuals dressed in Ancient Greek attires at the Acropolis, the main archaeological site in the Greek capital, on Saturday. ...

Our neighborhood just got unpredictable again

Our neighborhood just got unpredictable again

This part of the world has always been full of surprises. The most recent came on Friday afternoon when Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan lashed out at the United States and Israel and said he was calling off a planned visit to Washington. ...

EU states to recognize Palestinian statehood by May

EU states to recognize Palestinian statehood by May

Several European member states are expected to recognise Palestinian statehood by the end of May, the EU’s foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Monday at the sidelines of a World Economic Forum special meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. ...

New suspect sought in attempted murder of Andronikou

New suspect sought in attempted murder of Andronikou

Another suspect sought in attempted murder case of 34-year-old Dimitris Andronikou, known as "Dimitroui," which occurred on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, on the road from Palechoriou to Anthoupolis. ...

Cypriots shine bright as they prepare for Paris 2024

Cypriots shine bright as they prepare for Paris 2024

In a remarkable display of athletic prowess, Cypriot athletes are making waves across Europe, leaving their mark in various sporting disciplines and raising hopes for a triumphant showing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games....

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