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18 May, 2025
 

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Prince Albert of Monaco makes low-key visit to Cyprus

Prince Albert of Monaco makes low-key visit to Cyprus

Prince Albert of Monaco recently made a low-key visit to Cyprus following his participation in the ''Our Ocean Conference'' held in Athens, Greece. The prince arrived on the evening of April 17th, keeping his trip to the island private....

MFA: Audit uncovers misuse of public funds and abuse of power

MFA: Audit uncovers misuse of public funds and abuse of power

A recent audit conducted by the Audit Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has revealed instances of misappropriation of public money and abuse of power spanning the years 2021 and 2022....

Turkish defense leaks signal Aegean park conflict

Turkish defense leaks signal Aegean park conflict

Tensions with Ankara have resurfaced again after Ankara’s objections to Greece’s announcement to designate marine parks, including one in the Aegean Sea....

Undocumented workers discovered at Paphos construction site

Undocumented workers discovered at Paphos construction site

Five individuals and their employer are facing charges for illegal employment in Paphos, according to Michael Nicolaou, Assistant Police Director of Operations in Paphos....

Less talk, more action

Less talk, more action

The government seems to have adopted a new strategy when it comes to addressing the growing issue of migration flows. Rather than discussing it publicly, there appears to be a preference for silence among government officials...

Let's bring on the sunshine!

Let's bring on the sunshine!

As we kick off this fabulous Friday, it's time to dust off those sunglasses and get ready for a weekend filled with sunshine and good vibes! We've got the scoop on the weather ahead,...

Israel strikes Iran, air defenses activated amid rising tensions

Israel strikes Iran, air defenses activated amid rising tensions

Iran has fired air defense batteries amid reports of explosions near a major airbase in Isfahan province, according to state media, amidst escalating tensions following Iran’s retaliatory strike on Israel following an attack against its consulate in Syria....

Cyprus welcomes 259 new Fire Service members

Cyprus welcomes 259 new Fire Service members

Minister of Justice and Public Order, Marios Charalambous, announced the imminent completion of the recruitment process for 259 new firefighters, bolstering the current Fire Service strength of 680 members. ...

Shorter wait times for US visa appointments

Shorter wait times for US visa appointments

Cyprus citizens now experience one of the swiftest visa appointment wait times globally, according to Rena Bitter, the Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs at the US Embassy in Cyprus....

Turkey-EU relations fracture over Cyprus connection

Turkey-EU relations fracture over Cyprus connection

''The Cypriot connection to progress in Turkey-EU relations will never be accepted by us,'' declares the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs....

Government emphasizes legality amid increased migration flows

Government emphasizes legality amid increased migration flows

Speaking at a meeting with the Interim Coordinating Council of the Limassol District Local Administration Organization, Interior Minister Konstantinos......

Britain's Prince Harry officially a US resident

Britain's Prince Harry officially a US resident

In a significant move, Prince Harry, formally known as Prince Henry Charles Albert David Duke of Sussex, has officially declared himself a resident of the United States, as per a recent regulatory filing in the United Kingdom....

Two Russians held for alleged spy activities in Germany

Two Russians held for alleged spy activities in Germany

Two Russian nationals have been arrested in southern Germany suspected of plotting sabotage attacks on US military facilities, German prosecutors announced on Thursday....

Cypriot students sail through education with 1,000 adopted ships

Cypriot students sail through education with 1,000 adopted ships

Elementary schools in Cyprus have adopted 1,000 ships in almost two decades, as part of an international awareness campaign initiated by the Cyprus Shipping Chamber, the island’s main ship-owning umbrella organisation....

4 million euros to foster Turkish Cypriot business integration

4 million euros to foster Turkish Cypriot business integration

The European Commission, in partnership with GIZ International Services, has initiated a two-year project aimed at bolstering private sector development within the Turkish Cypriot community and enhancing Green Line trade,...

Cyprus reiterates non-recognition of Kosovo's independence

Cyprus reiterates non-recognition of Kosovo's independence

In a statement to CNA on Thursday, Cyprus' Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Theodoros Gotsis, reaffirmed the nation's enduring positions regarding Kosovo. ...

Indonesian volcano raises tsunami alarm, echoes past tragedy

Indonesian volcano raises tsunami alarm, echoes past tragedy

Thousands of residents have been evacuated from their homes following a series of eruptions from the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island in Indonesia....

Iran-Israel tensions: Economists warn of global market turbulence

Iran-Israel tensions: Economists warn of global market turbulence

As tensions simmer between Israel and Iran following recent Iranian attacks, economists are closely monitoring the potential implications for global markets....

Cyprus President optimistic on EU-Turkey talks

Cyprus President optimistic on EU-Turkey talks

At the European Council summit in Brussels, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides voiced contentment regarding discussions on EU-Turkey relations....

Cyprus struggles as 70% of green power goes to waste

Cyprus struggles as 70% of green power goes to waste

In a pivotal discussion held yesterday by the Parliamentary Committee on Energy, Trade, Industry, and Tourism, the pressing issue of energy storage from renewable sources and hydrogen took center stage....

Cyprus on alert as 500 migrants intercepted

Cyprus on alert as 500 migrants intercepted

Authorities in Cyprus are keeping a close eye on the situation after intercepting five boats carrying about 500 migrants from Lebanon. To tackle the influx, Cypriot patrols have been stepped up in the waters bordering Lebanon. ...

Aegean Airlines acquires longer range fleet

Aegean Airlines acquires longer range fleet

Aegean Airlines seeks to strengthen its footprint in new markets, which show double-digit growth rates, through the delivery, in 2026 and 2027, in the first phase, of four Airbus A321neo aircraft which are specially configured and upgraded....

Aptera's solar car prototype moves closer to completion

Aptera's solar car prototype moves closer to completion

In a monumental stride towards realizing its vision, Aptera, the manufacturer of the highly anticipated solar-powered car, recently welcomed the arrival of its first production-grade body at its headquarters in San Diego....

IMF predicts growth and lower unemployment rates

IMF predicts growth and lower unemployment rates

The Ministry of Finance welcomed, in a press release on Wednesday, the new estimates for Cyprus by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of the World Economic Outlook (WEO)....

Lakatamia residents startled by overnight blast

Lakatamia residents startled by overnight blast

Authorities were placed on high alert early Thursday, April 18, following an explosion in the Lefkosia Province, sending shockwaves through the community. ...

EU leaders strategize on Middle East issues and Turkey relations

EU leaders strategize on Middle East issues and Turkey relations

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides will pay an official visit to Lebanon together with President of the European Commission......

Sweden passes law on gender transition at 16

Sweden passes law on gender transition at 16

Sweden's parliament has passed a law lowering the age at which people can change their legal gender from 18 to 16, and making the process easier....

Sunny skies and sudden showers

Sunny skies and sudden showers

Get ready for a whimsical weather adventure! Today's forecast calls for mainly sunny skies, but brace yourself for scattered clouds rolling in by afternoon. ...

Migration tops Cypriot concerns in EU election prep

Migration tops Cypriot concerns in EU election prep

In less than two months, Cyprus gears up for not only local elections but also European Parliament elections, with a Eurobarometer survey revealing key concerns and priorities among Cypriot voters....

Why your outfit choice could bar you from boarding flights

Why your outfit choice could bar you from boarding flights

Jet2, Ryanair, TUI and Easyjet passengers face being banned from flights - due to an outfit choice. A flight attendant and airline worker has revealed the real reason your outfit could get you banned from the plane this summer....

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