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23 August, 2025
 

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Police probe double homicide after charred bodies incident

Police probe double homicide after charred bodies incident

Authorities are investigating a suspected double homicide after the discovery of two charred bodies in a burned vehicle in the Lisovouno area of Limassol....

Storms expected in Cyprus mountains

Storms expected in Cyprus mountains

A seasonal low pressure system is affecting Cyprus, leading to a mix of clear skies and localized weather changes....

UNIC to upgrade equine clinic at Nicosia Race Club

UNIC to upgrade equine clinic at Nicosia Race Club

The recent commencement of work on the upgrade of the Nicosia Race Club by the University of Nicosia's School of Veterinary Medicine was announced on Wednesday by the academic institution, ...

Charlie Hebdo predicts outrageous Paris Olympics closing ceremony

Charlie Hebdo predicts outrageous Paris Olympics closing ceremony

In its trademark satirical style, French magazine Charlie Hebdo has sparked controversy yet again with its prediction for the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics on August 11....

Truck with illegal fuel seized at crossing point, driver fined €19,000

Truck with illegal fuel seized at crossing point, driver fined €19,000

Officials from Cyprus' Customs Department seized a commercial vehicle and 4,500 liters of fuel on July 26, originating from the occupied areas of the Republic of Cyprus. The driver paid a total of €19,000 in an out-of-court settlement. ...

Israeli forces kill Hezbollah commander in Beirut, Hamas leader in Iran

Israeli forces kill Hezbollah commander in Beirut, Hamas leader in Iran

The Middle East faces heightened tensions following two significant Israeli strikes. Last night, Israeli forces targeted and killed Fouad Soukr, a key member of Lebanon's Shi'ite Hezbollah organization, in Beirut....

Cyprus government rakes in over €424M in surpluses this year

Cyprus government rakes in over €424M in surpluses this year

Cyprus has reported a substantial budget surplus of €424.5 million for the first half of 2024, a huge increase from the €62 million surplus during the same period last year. ...

Police look for answers after charred bodies found in burnt car

Police look for answers after charred bodies found in burnt car

The discovery of two charred bodies in a burnt car in the area of Lystovouno, Limassol district, has left authorities grappling for answers as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the mysterious incident. ...

Olympic Men's Triathlon postponed due to Seine water contamination

Olympic Men's Triathlon postponed due to Seine water contamination

The men's triathlon at the Olympic Games has been postponed due to poor water quality in the River Seine, despite significant investments in infrastructure. ...

Nicosia municipality embraces digital era, ends cheque payments

Nicosia municipality embraces digital era, ends cheque payments

In a significant shift towards modernization, the Nicosia Municipality announced it will no longer accept cheque payments, urging residents to transition to electronic and card-based payment methods. ...

Cyprus relaunches LNG terminal tender after €0.5B contract termination

Cyprus relaunches LNG terminal tender after €0.5B contract termination

Cyprus will soon launch tenders for the completion of the Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal for electricity generation, despite the termination of a €0.5 billion......

Police seize truck with unmarked meat heading for occupied side

Police seize truck with unmarked meat heading for occupied side

On July 25, 2024, Cypriot authorities seized a commercial truck attempting to transport over two tonnes of unmarked fresh meat to the occupied territories from an unauthorized crossing point, following a notification from the police....

McDonald's becomes unaffordable for many

McDonald's becomes unaffordable for many

McDonald's, once synonymous with affordable fast food, has seen its sales decline as many former customers find its offerings increasingly expensive....

Cypriot and Swiss officials discuss migration cooperation

Cypriot and Swiss officials discuss migration cooperation

Cypriot Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection Nicholas Ioannides thanked his Swiss counterpart, Christine Schraner Burgener, over her country’s financing of infrastructure of the Cypriot Asylum Service. ...

Cypriot swimmers’ impressive efforts in Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Cypriot swimmers’ impressive efforts in Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Natasa Lappa ranks 21st after the completion of the second day of the sailing races in the category IQFOIL of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. ...

Eurobank to revamp Hellenic Bank's leadership in September

Eurobank to revamp Hellenic Bank's leadership in September

Eurobank is now focusing on the next steps following the completion of its tender offer for a 100% acquisition of Hellenic Bank, finalized on Tuesday, June 30, 2024. ...

Hamas leader killed in alleged Israeli airstrike

Hamas leader killed in alleged Israeli airstrike

Hamas's top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, has been killed in Iran, the group confirmed on Wednesday. ...

Gradual temperature drop ahead

Gradual temperature drop ahead

Today's weather will be mostly clear, with increasing clouds over the mountains after noon, potentially leading to isolated showers. ...

Team USA wins bronze in men’s gymnastics for first time in 16 years

Team USA wins bronze in men’s gymnastics for first time in 16 years

Team USA earned a bronze medal in the men’s gymnastics team final on Monday at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking their first men’s team medal in 16 years....

Christodoulides hints at major developments in Cyprus problem this August

Christodoulides hints at major developments in Cyprus problem this August

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides met with the heads of the country’s diplomatic missions on Tuesday morning, July 30. ...

How much does it cost to stay in Limassol or Ayia Napa this August?

How much does it cost to stay in Limassol or Ayia Napa this August?

August remains the prime month for holidays, with the period around August 15 being especially popular. ...

Viral video shows hooded vandals spray painting Limassol cameras

Viral video shows hooded vandals spray painting Limassol cameras

Hooded men vandalized surveillance cameras in Limassol, an incident captured on video that has since gone viral online. ...

US Assistant Secretary discusses refugee aid in Cyprus

US Assistant Secretary discusses refugee aid in Cyprus

Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Julieta Valls Noyes will travel to the Republic of Cyprus and the United Kingdom from July 30 to August 2, 2024, a State Department announcement says. ...

Three arrested for assault and weapon possession in Limassol

Three arrested for assault and weapon possession in Limassol

Cyprus police arrested three individuals late Sunday night during an investigation into a violent altercation in Limassol....

EU plans two-phase trade strategy if Trump wins presidency

EU plans two-phase trade strategy if Trump wins presidency

Brussels is developing a two-phase trade strategy in response to the potential nomination of Donald Trump in the upcoming U.S. presidential election in November....

Christodoulides questions past policies, signals change for Cyprus

Christodoulides questions past policies, signals change for Cyprus

Last week, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides gave a bold interview to ALPHA, where he criticized former President Makarios' policies. ...

President Christodoulides visits Olympic Village, praises athletes

President Christodoulides visits Olympic Village, praises athletes

The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, visited the Olympic Village on Sunday, where he met with the athletes of the Cyprus Olympic Committee's delegation to the Paris Olympics, the "best ambassadors of Cyprus abroad", as he said....

US, Germany, France, and Britain urge citizens to leave Lebanon

US, Germany, France, and Britain urge citizens to leave Lebanon

Germany has urged its citizens to leave Lebanon as regional tensions escalate following a deadly rocket strike on the Golan Heights....

FDA approves first blood test for colorectal cancer screening

FDA approves first blood test for colorectal cancer screening

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first blood test for colorectal cancer screening for average-risk adults aged 45 and older, providing a new, less invasive option for early detection....

Hot days ahead

Hot days ahead

A combination of seasonal low pressure and warm air masses will affect the region, leading to clear skies with occasional cloud cover, primarily in the mountainous areas....

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