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19 May, 2025
 

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Man in custody over indecent assault on minors

Man in custody over indecent assault on minors

Authorities responded promptly to a complaint filed by minor girls on Wednesday afternoon, accusing an unknown man of indecent assault in a Nicosia park....

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EIB turns down funding for Great Sea Interconnector project

EIB turns down funding for Great Sea Interconnector project

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has declined to finance the Great Sea Interconnector project, linking Cyprus, Greece, and Israel. Kyriakos Kakouris, EIB Vice President, confirmed the decision, stating that no new funding request has been submitted by the Republic of Cyprus....

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Death of key witness alters course in high-profile T/C lawyer's case

Death of key witness alters course in high-profile T/C lawyer's case

In a significant development, the death of the British key witness for the prosecution has led the Prosecutor General to suspend the prosecution of T/C lawyer Akan Kursat....

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Israel halts humanitarian visas, children in Gaza at risk

Israel halts humanitarian visas, children in Gaza at risk

Israel has ceased issuing visas to international staff of humanitarian organizations operating in occupied Palestinian territories....

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''Russia ready to defend against NATO and US threats,'' says Putin

''Russia ready to defend against NATO and US threats,'' says Putin

In his State of the Nation Address, Russian President Putin issued stern warnings to NATO and the United States, accusing them of deception and preparing to strike Russian territory. ...

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Prison phone disabling system faces legal hurdles

Prison phone disabling system faces legal hurdles

The Justice Ministry is moving forward with plans to install a new system to disable mobile phones in Central Prisons, despite the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding the issue, according to Minister Marios Hartsiotis....

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FT: Judge denies Trump's request to delay $450M payment

FT: Judge denies Trump's request to delay $450M payment

A New York judge has rejected Donald Trump's request to temporarily halt the state's attorney-general from collecting a $450 million judgment while he appeals a civil fraud ruling....

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Photos reveal location of daring armed robbery near Limassol

Photos reveal location of daring armed robbery near Limassol

Authorities are intensively investigating a daring armed robbery that unfolded on Wednesday night (28/02) during a private party held for Russians in the Agios Georgios Alamanos area....

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Communities lay foundation for future governance

Communities lay foundation for future governance

Beyond the spotlight on municipalities due to identified weaknesses in the preparation and implementation stages, a transformative wave is on the horizon for communities set to operate under a new regime starting July 1st....

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EIB explores Cyprus collaboration for economic growth

EIB explores Cyprus collaboration for economic growth

European Investment Bank (EIB) Vice President Kyriakos Kakouris is on a visit to Cyprus, engaging in meetings with Cypriot officials....

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Greece marks 1st anniversary of Tempi train accident

Greece marks 1st anniversary of Tempi train accident

In a somber commemoration of the first anniversary of one of Greece's most significant train tragedies, demonstrators painted the names of the 57 victims from the Tempi accident in red outside the Parliament. ...

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Cyprus energy project stalemate continues amid diplomatic efforts

Cyprus energy project stalemate continues amid diplomatic efforts

The month-long stalemate in the Republic of Cyprus' largest energy project remains unchanged, with Nicosia striving to avoid terminating the contract with the project consortium. Despite inactive communication channels, the government seeks to rekindle relations through the Chinese embassy in Nicosia....

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Trial begins for Turkish Cypriot lawyer in property usurpation case

Trial begins for Turkish Cypriot lawyer in property usurpation case

The legal proceedings involving Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kıursat, accused of usurping Greek Cypriot property, continued today at the Nicosia District Court....

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EAC awards €40M smart meter contract to Cyta despite higher bid

EAC awards €40M smart meter contract to Cyta despite higher bid

The Board of Directors of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has granted the contract for 400,000 smart electricity meters to Cyta, following pressure from the Energy Regulatory Authority and in compliance with EU Recovery Mechanism obligations....

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Cyprus President's first visit to Netherlands in 34 years

Cyprus President's first visit to Netherlands in 34 years

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte reaffirmed the robust bilateral ties between their nations during a pivotal meeting held in The Hague on Wednesday. ...

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Britain under fire as Russia steps up for Cyprus peace talks

Britain under fire as Russia steps up for Cyprus peace talks

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova referred on Wednesday to the 65th anniversary of the Zurich-London Agreements......

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Russian gunmen storm party in Limassol, injure two

Russian gunmen storm party in Limassol, injure two

Gunmen stormed a private establishment in Limassol, Cyprus, resembling scenes from a movie, according to police reports Wednesday night....

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Sunny days ahead with a touch of dust

Sunny days ahead with a touch of dust

Get ready for a delightful weather ride filled with sunshine and a sprinkle of dust in the air!...

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Investigator accuses coroner of cover-up in Thanasis' murder

Investigator accuses coroner of cover-up in Thanasis' murder

In a riveting continuation of the trial surrounding the untimely demise of 26-year-old National Guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou, investigator Savvas Matsas delivered compelling testimony on Wednesday afternoon....

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Unveiling the past of Aglantzia in an enchanting theatrical tour

Unveiling the past of Aglantzia in an enchanting theatrical tour

In an article written by Apostolos Kouroupakis, published in the print edition of Kathimerini's Oikonomiki, the Municipality of Aglantzia, in collaboration with ...

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Nicosia police pursue allegations of human trafficking

Nicosia police pursue allegations of human trafficking

Yesterday, a new case of human trafficking for the purpose of labor exploitation was referred to the Nicosia Criminal Court....

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Search for informant in commissioner's breathalyzer leak

Search for informant in commissioner's breathalyzer leak

The Police are actively searching for the informant who disclosed details about Law Commissioner Louisa Christodoulides Zannetou's breathalyzer test incident to ''POLITIS'' newspaper....

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Are men about to go extinct?

Are men about to go extinct?

Scientists have long debated the fate of the Y chromosome, the genetic player in determining male characteristics. Recent research published in Nature suggests that concerns about its disappearance might be overblown, revealing a surprising twist in its evolutionary journey....

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Olive oil prices spike 49% in Cyprus

Olive oil prices spike 49% in Cyprus

In January 2024, the price of olive oil experienced a significant surge, with Cyprus leading the pack with a remarkable 49% increase, according to data released by Eurostat, the EU's statistical office. ...

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Police seized gun from Turkish taxi driver in Famagusta

Police seized gun from Turkish taxi driver in Famagusta

A Turkish taxi driver who was accused of selling guns in the free areas of Cyprus was arrested by the police on Tuesday (27/02) in the province of Famagusta....

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Lawyer for Navalny’s family detained by Russian police

Lawyer for Navalny’s family detained by Russian police

A lawyer who helped the mother of a dead Russian activist get his body was arrested in Moscow on Tuesday....

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EU lawmakers want drivers to pass medical exams every 15 years

EU lawmakers want drivers to pass medical exams every 15 years

European Union lawmakers are debating whether to require drivers to pass medical exams every 15 years to keep their licences, a proposal that has sparked backlash in France....

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Cyprus to welcome Slovenian House Speaker on three-day visit

Cyprus to welcome Slovenian House Speaker on three-day visit

Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia Urška Klakočar Zupančič pays an official three-day visit to Cyprus (28/2-1/3) following the invitation of the President of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Cyprus, Annita Demetriou....

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Nineteen new private hospitals to transform health sector in Cyprus

Nineteen new private hospitals to transform health sector in Cyprus

Investors have shown interest in the health sector in Cyprus. According to the records, from 2021 until now, there are 12 new private hospitals......

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''Give Ukraine Russia’s money to end the war,'' Yellen says

''Give Ukraine Russia’s money to end the war,'' Yellen says

The U.S. Treasury Secretary, Janet Yellen, said on Tuesday that she supports using some of the money that Russia cannot access because of the war in Ukraine....

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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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