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Cyprus cracks down on smoking in cars

Cyprus cracks down on smoking in cars

In Cyprus, lighting up a cigarette in your car could cost you a hefty sum if kids are riding along. It's one of those lesser-known traffic violations that could hit your wallet hard - a whopping 300 euros!...

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Hungary's Foreign Minister tackles EU presidency and global challenges

Hungary's Foreign Minister tackles EU presidency and global challenges

Hungary's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó, begins a working visit to Cyprus on Tuesday 2 April 2024, following an invitation by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Constantinos Kombos....

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AI voice cloning raises alarm as US and UK forge landmark AI safety pact

AI voice cloning raises alarm as US and UK forge landmark AI safety pact

A new form of deepfake technology, known as voice cloning, has recently surfaced, raising concerns about its potential misuse. OpenAI, a prominent tech company,...

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Spain to recognize Palestinian territories as state by July

Spain to recognize Palestinian territories as state by July

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced today that Spain is set to recognize the Palestinian territories as a state by July. The declaration came during his Middle East tour, according to reports from Spanish press agencies....

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Finland: 12-year old child fatally shoots classmate

Finland: 12-year old child fatally shoots classmate

A 12-year-old child opened fire in a classroom at Viertolan Koulu school in Vantaa, Finland, killing one classmate and seriously injuring two others before being apprehended by police Tuesday....

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Gasoline prices rise across Cyprus provinces after subsidy removal

Gasoline prices rise across Cyprus provinces after subsidy removal

Following the elimination of the 8.3-cent subsidy per liter on April 1st, increases in the average price of 95-octane gasoline have been observed in the provinces of Limassol, Nicosia, and Famagusta, with the exception of Paphos, where the price only rose by 8 cents....

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World Central Kitchen halts Gaza operations after volunteers killed

World Central Kitchen halts Gaza operations after volunteers killed

At least 7 volunteers from the non-governmental organization ''World Central Kitchen'' (WCK) lost their lives in a devastating incident in Gaza's Deir al-Balah area. ...

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Trump's $175M bond halts NY fraud case collection

Trump's $175M bond halts NY fraud case collection

Former President Donald Trump has taken action in his New York civil fraud case, posting a $175 million bond on Monday. ...

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Wave of 500 migrants arrive in Cyprus within 48 hours

Wave of 500 migrants arrive in Cyprus within 48 hours

Two boats carrying a total of 68 migrants arrived in Cyprus during the night. ...

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Child suspect in Finnish school shooting, 3 children injured

Child suspect in Finnish school shooting, 3 children injured

Three children were injured in a shooting at a primary school in Finland early on Tuesday, and a suspect, who was also a minor, was apprehended, Finnish police said....

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Sofia and Bucharest airports open doors to Schengen zone

Sofia and Bucharest airports open doors to Schengen zone

Airports in Sofia and Bucharest on Sunday removed passport check points for those departing to or arriving from most European Union member states as Bulgaria and Romania partially joined the Schengen open-travel zone....

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Seven NGO workers killed in Gaza during Israeli attack

Seven NGO workers killed in Gaza during Israeli attack

World Central Kitchen (WCK), a renowned food charity founded by Chef José Andrés, reported that seven of its workers were killed during an Israeli attack in Gaza....

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Erdogan's worries mount as opposition claims victory in key cities

Erdogan's worries mount as opposition claims victory in key cities

There's a palpable sense of satisfaction among the opposition, resonating with a significant portion of the populace, following Sunday's electoral outcome in Istanbul and other major Turkish cities....

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Tragedy strikes in Ayia Napa as swimmer dies on beach

Tragedy strikes in Ayia Napa as swimmer dies on beach

A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday (31/03) when a swimmer took his last breath on a beach in the area....

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Metsola's visit in Cyprus sends shockwaves through EU politics

Metsola's visit in Cyprus sends shockwaves through EU politics

The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, is in Cyprus for a two-day working visit. ...

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Clear skies and gentle breezes

Clear skies and gentle breezes

Today, expect mostly clear skies across the region, with gentle breezes blowing from the southwest to northwest at speeds of 3 to 4 on the Beaufort scale. ...

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EU reform proposals spark concern among small states

EU reform proposals spark concern among small states

Germany and France are pushing for significant reforms within the European Union, including the abolition of unanimous decision-making and a reduction in the number of Commissioners....

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King Charles III attends Easter service amid cancer battle

King Charles III attends Easter service amid cancer battle

With King Charles III of Britain battling pancreatic cancer, funeral arrangements have been set, named "Operation Menai Bridge" akin to Queen Elizabeth II's ceremonies, dubbed "Operation London Bridge." ...

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Pope Francis calls for Gaza ceasefire and hostage release on Easter

Pope Francis calls for Gaza ceasefire and hostage release on Easter

Pope Francis renewed his calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all Israeli hostages in a peace-focused Easter Sunday address, marking Christianity's most important day....

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America's airports finally win the restroom race

America's airports finally win the restroom race

After a decade-long slump, American airports are celebrating a resurgence in restroom excellence....

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Are you ready to lose an hour of sleep?

Are you ready to lose an hour of sleep?

Get ready to adjust your clocks because daylight saving time is making its comeback this Sunday, March 31st....

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Netherlands makes history as the first country to wipe out stray dogs

Netherlands makes history as the first country to wipe out stray dogs

In a landmark achievement, the Netherlands has become the world's first country to eradicate the issue of stray dogs, setting a global benchmark in animal welfare practices. ...

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Limassol's night sky lights up with Pink Martini's 30th anniversary tour

Limassol's night sky lights up with Pink Martini's 30th anniversary tour

A delightful musical cocktail in the heart of summer!...

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200 Brits rejected daily due to passport rules

200 Brits rejected daily due to passport rules

Simon Calder, a travel correspondent at the Independent, highlights a concerning trend: approximately 200 UK nationals face rejection at EU airports......

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Can high-speed trains boost birth rates in South Korea?

Can high-speed trains boost birth rates in South Korea?

In a bold move to combat its plummeting birth rates, South Korea has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative: the Great Train eXpress (GTX)....

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Olympic flame lights up hope for Paris games

Olympic flame lights up hope for Paris games

The Olympic Flame lighting ceremony ahead of the Paris Olympic Games will take place at the ancient site of Olympia on April 16 in a public event......

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Suspect nabbed in high-stakes cable heist

Suspect nabbed in high-stakes cable heist

Authorities have cracked down on a brazen cable theft operation, culminating in the arrest of a 33-year-old suspect from Limassol, thrusting the sleepy village of Kandou into the spotlight of criminal intrigue. ...

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Health Insurance Organization fines 40+ providers €80K

Health Insurance Organization fines 40+ providers €80K

The Health Insurance Organization (HIO) has imposed fines totaling 80 thousand euros on over 40 health providers in 2023 for abuses within the General Healthcare System (GHS), according to data obtained by the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....

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Cyprus Central Bank holds 1% buffer rate to safeguard banks

Cyprus Central Bank holds 1% buffer rate to safeguard banks

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has maintained the countercyclical buffer (CCyB) rate to be observed by commercial banks at 1%, with effect as of June 2, 2024....

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Larnaca court sentences man to 10 years for rape conviction

Larnaca court sentences man to 10 years for rape conviction

The Permanent Criminal Court of Larnaca imposed sentences today on a 67-year-old man, with the highest being 10 years for the crime of raping a woman. ...

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Legislation aims to deepen U.S.-Cyprus ties, boost regional infrastructure, and support alternatives to Beijing’s global expansion. Photo credit: Unsplash
BUSINESS

New U.S. bill eyes Cyprus as key player in countering China’s Belt and Road

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Tests confirm clean water following British Bases’ pollution alert. File photo
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No pollution found at Lady’s Mile beach, Environment Department confirms

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