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19 December, 2025
 

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Who shot Hvaldimir?

Who shot Hvaldimir?

The sudden death of Hvaldimir, a beluga whale famous in Norway and suspected of being trained by Russia as a ''spy whale,'' has turned into a potential murder mystery....

''I read it on the internet''

''I read it on the internet''

The other day, a colleague at work shared his thoughts with me about the so-called ''woke agenda.'' He argued that it actually serves ''the economic interests of powerful multinationals.''...

Cyprus-Greece electricity project meeting set for Tuesday

Cyprus-Greece electricity project meeting set for Tuesday

A meeting scheduled for next Tuesday on the Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnection project is considered crucial by all parties involved, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said Friday....

Poverty line for family of 4 in occupied Cyprus at 27,402 TL (€953)

Poverty line for family of 4 in occupied Cyprus at 27,402 TL (€953)

The Turkish Cypriot Civil Servants' union (KTAMS) has set the poverty line for a family of four at 27,402 Turkish liras (approximately €953), according to a recent study....

Nicosia doctor faces trial for kidnapping and rape

Nicosia doctor faces trial for kidnapping and rape

A Nicosia doctor, accused of kidnapping, beating, and raping his former partner, is now facing a direct trial after being arrested by local authorities. The alleged assault took place on August 24 in a neighborhood of the capital, sparking a swift investigation by the Nicosia CID....

Oil and potatoes lead price hikes in August

Oil and potatoes lead price hikes in August

Olive oil and potatoes saw the steepest price increases in August 2024, according to the latest data from the Cyprus Consumer Association....

Body found in mummified state sparks investigation near Ayia Napa

Body found in mummified state sparks investigation near Ayia Napa

The discovery of a mummified body in a wooded area north of Ayia Napa has sent shockwaves through the community, raising urgent questions about the identity and cause of death of the deceased....

Supreme Court to rule on Auditor General's dismissal on September 18

Supreme Court to rule on Auditor General's dismissal on September 18

The Supreme Constitutional Court is set to announce its decision on September 18 regarding the Attorney General's request to dismiss the Auditor General for alleged misconduct. ...

Christodoulides: ''We cannot operate in 2024 on 1960 terms''

Christodoulides: ''We cannot operate in 2024 on 1960 terms''

The Cabinet convened yesterday to advance a significant framework of institutional reforms aimed at modernizing Cyprus' state apparatus....

Karolina Pelendritou wins bronze in 100m breaststroke at Paris 2024

Karolina Pelendritou wins bronze in 100m breaststroke at Paris 2024

Cypriot swimmer Karolina Pelendritou won the bronze medal in the 100m breaststroke final in the SB11 category at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games on Thursday evening. ...

Gaza conflict intensifies as Israel blocks polio vaccination efforts

Gaza conflict intensifies as Israel blocks polio vaccination efforts

In the latest escalation of the Israeli-Hamas conflict, tensions have intensified with significant new developments. As the conflict continues, reports emerge of mounting casualties and humanitarian challenges....

Friday’s forecast: A day of sun, storms, and surprises!

Friday’s forecast: A day of sun, storms, and surprises!

Happy Friday! Today’s forecast is bringing some fun twists—brace yourself for scattered thunderstorms across parts of the island, mainly inland and in the mountains. ...

Government delays decision on Crete-Cyprus power link

Government delays decision on Crete-Cyprus power link

The government has delayed its decision on the Crete-Cyprus electricity interconnection project, despite tight time constraints, according to Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras. ...

KPMG Experience Day: A unique opportunity for University of Cyprus students

KPMG Experience Day: A unique opportunity for University of Cyprus students

KPMG in Cyprus hosted the “KPMG Experience Day” on Wednesday, 4 September 2024, at its Nicosia offices. This event was designed for students from the University of Cyprus who are interested in learning more about KPMG and discovering what sets us apart in the professional services industry....

BoC Fintech Hackathon 5.0...where the fintech-nation begins

BoC Fintech Hackathon 5.0...where the fintech-nation begins

The Bank of Cyprus is organizing the 5th BoC Fintech Hackathon 5.0, focused on innovative technologies in the financial sector (Fintech), on October 18-20, 2024. It will be held in person at the IDEA Innovation Center....

Cyprus-Crete electricity link should cut costs by 20-25%

Cyprus-Crete electricity link should cut costs by 20-25%

The Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection project could reduce electricity costs by 20-25%, according to Cyprus Energy Minister George Papanastasiou. ...

Inflation slows as August sees small price increases

Inflation slows as August sees small price increases

Inflation in Cyprus slowed down in August 2024, with prices rising by 1.5%, compared to a 2.11% increase in July. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the cost of living, went up slightly from 117.73 to 118.10....

Parliament in turmoil over Great Sea Interconnector

Parliament in turmoil over Great Sea Interconnector

Cyprus is facing significant political upheaval over the Great Sea Interconnector, a major project intended to bring affordable electricity to the island. With the decision deadline looming tomorrow, there is still no scheduled Cabinet meeting to finalize the issue....

248 air conditioners to be installed in 10 Larnaca schools

248 air conditioners to be installed in 10 Larnaca schools

The installation of air conditioners in ten schools across the Larnaca district has begun, with a total of 248 units planned for the first phase of the project....

UK's first teacherless GCSE class begins

UK's first teacherless GCSE class begins

David Game College in London is set to start the UK’s first "teacherless" GCSE course this September, where artificial intelligence (AI) will replace human teachers....

Cabinet to make final call on power link funding today

Cabinet to make final call on power link funding today

The Cyprus Cabinet is meeting today to finalize decisions on the financing of the Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnection project, known as the Great Set Interconnector. ...

Australia gives workers the right to ignore after-hours work messages

Australia gives workers the right to ignore after-hours work messages

Australia has implemented a new ''right to disconnect'' law, allowing employees to ignore work calls and messages after hours without fear of repercussions. The law aims to protect workers from the expectation of being always available...

Sun's back, but storms still lurking!

Sun's back, but storms still lurking!

It seems Mother Nature has her own sense of humor. Just as we were getting used to those cooling showers and a brief respite from the heat, she decided to turn up the thermostat once more. But hey, let's take it in stride—after all, a little sunshine never hurt anyone!...

Electricity link faces delays as Cabinet postpones decision

Electricity link faces delays as Cabinet postpones decision

At an extraordinary meeting tomorrow, the Cabinet will discuss the Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection project and the agreement in principle reached between Athens and Nicosia last Monday. ...

SBA police urge vigilance amid rise in thefts

SBA police urge vigilance amid rise in thefts

The Sovereign Base Area Police are warning farm, home and business owners to be vigilant in securing their properties, following a recent surge in acquisitive crime, mostly theft....

Chevron and partners propose $4 billion plan for Aphrodite gas field

Chevron and partners propose $4 billion plan for Aphrodite gas field

Chevron and its partners, Shell and NewMed Energy, have put forward a new $4 billion plan to develop the Aphrodite gas field off Cyprus,...

Cyprus launches new program for troubled students

Cyprus launches new program for troubled students

Cyprus is trying something new this October to help students with severe behavior issues....

Cyprus faces surge in online scams

Cyprus faces surge in online scams

Online scams are becoming a serious issue in Cyprus, with recent data revealing a sharp increase in fraudulent activities. In the past 25 days, authorities have reported eight significant fraud cases, totaling over half a million euros in losses....

Cyprus homebuyers favor apartments

Cyprus homebuyers favor apartments

Homebuyers in Cyprus are showing a growing interest in buying apartments, according to a new report. ...

Christodoulides backs Eurobank's big move into India

Christodoulides backs Eurobank's big move into India

President Nikos Christodoulides has shown strong support for Eurobank’s plan to expand into India, seeing it as a significant chance to boost business ties between Cyprus and one of the world's largest economies....

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