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29 June, 2026
 

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USNS Laramie makes pit stop at Port of Limassol

USNS Laramie makes pit stop at Port of Limassol

The US Navy supply ship, USNS Laramie, made a stop at Larnaca port for scheduled maintenance and crew rest, further strengthening Cyprus’ role as a key logistics hub for the U.S. Navy in the region....

Mild weather today, showers likely by Friday

Mild weather today, showers likely by Friday

Today, we're in for a pleasant day with mostly clear skies after any early morning fog or mist clears up. You'll see a mix of high and some local low clouds drifting through the sky. ...

Wildfires turn Malibu and Hollywood Hills into a charred wasteland

Wildfires turn Malibu and Hollywood Hills into a charred wasteland

The skies above Los Angeles resemble a post-apocalyptic scene as wildfires continue to wreak havoc across the county. Malibu, the Hollywood Hills, and surrounding neighborhoods have been hit especially hard, forcing thousands to evacuate and leaving destruction in their wake....

Authorities warn of dangerous products in the European market (links included)

Authorities warn of dangerous products in the European market (links included)

Dangerous products and items containing hazardous chemicals have been identified in the European market, according to an announcement by the Labour Inspection Department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security....

Akamas: Contractor's agreement being terminated

Akamas: Contractor's agreement being terminated

The Agriculture Minister, Maria Panayiotou, informed the Parliamentary Committee on Environment that the contract with the Akamas contractor is being terminated due to breached terms. ...

Two found dead in JetBlue landing gear compartment

Two found dead in JetBlue landing gear compartment

On Tuesday, JetBlue confirmed that two bodies were found in the landing gear compartment of one of its planes after it completed a flight from New York....

Former Volunteerism Commissioner seeks judge’s recusal, but court 'volunteers' to stay on the case

Former Volunteerism Commissioner seeks judge’s recusal, but court 'volunteers' to stay on the case

Former Commissioner for Volunteerism, Yiannakis Yiannaki, who faces eight charges of forgery and circulation of forged documents, appeared before the Nicosia District Court today with a new lawyer....

McDonald’s cuts LGBTQ+ inclusion efforts, but claims it still ‘cares’ about diversity

McDonald’s cuts LGBTQ+ inclusion efforts, but claims it still ‘cares’ about diversity

McDonald’s, one of the world’s most recognizable brands, is recalibrating its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in response to recent societal and legal changes....

Trump Jr. heads to Greenland as dad hopes to buy it (again)

Trump Jr. heads to Greenland as dad hopes to buy it (again)

Donald Trump Jr. traveled to Greenland on Tuesday, following his father’s renewed calls to make the autonomous Arctic territory a part of the United States....

Israeli President Isaac Herzog to visit Cyprus for talks

Israeli President Isaac Herzog to visit Cyprus for talks

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is set to visit Cyprus on Thursday, according to sources from the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....

Doctors sound alarm on HIO's new Policy

Doctors sound alarm on HIO's new Policy

The Cyprus Radiological Society (CRS) has strongly condemned the Health Insurance Organization (HIO)'s decision to allow "other doctors" to conduct radiological examinations starting January 2025, effectively replacing radiologists....

Third time's a charm? Another prisoner escape rocks Cyprus police

Third time's a charm? Another prisoner escape rocks Cyprus police

It seems prison breaks are becoming as common as coffee breaks in Cyprus. For the third time in recent weeks, a prisoner has managed to give police the slip—this time from Nicosia General Hospital on Tuesday afternoon....

Today's weather: Mild with a chilly evening

Today's weather: Mild with a chilly evening

Good morning! The weather today will be a mix of partly cloudy skies with occasional moments of cloud cover. Expect some low and high clouds drifting by, but nothing too dramatic....

Turkish FM Fidan visits occupied Cyprus amid key regional shifts

Turkish FM Fidan visits occupied Cyprus amid key regional shifts

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s two-day visit to the occupied territories, taking place today and tomorrow, is considered particularly significant. ...

Twin wildfires ravage Southern California, devastating celebrity enclave (images)

Twin wildfires ravage Southern California, devastating celebrity enclave (images)

Two fast-moving wildfires erupted Tuesday in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands to flee and leaving a path of destruction across neighborhoods, including Pacific Palisades — a scenic, ocean-adjacent area known for its celebrity residents and multimillion-dollar homes....

Golden Globes guests trade trophies for million-dollar extravaganza

Golden Globes guests trade trophies for million-dollar extravaganza

While the world watched with bated breath as Hollywood's finest graced the Golden Globes stage, a different kind of drama was unfolding backstage....

Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

In a fluid and volatile international environment, closer cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt has become essential to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean....

''He promised to help Cyprus''

''He promised to help Cyprus''

When Jimmy Carter was elected president of the United States in 1976, Greek Cypriots had reason to be hopeful....

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's far-right National Front, dies at 96

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's far-right National Front, dies at 96

Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of France's far-right National Front (Front National) party, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 96, according to reports from French media. Known for his unapologetic nationalism and controversial rhetoric, Le Pen was a divisive figure in French politics for decades....

Speculation grows over Akinci's candidacy in ''presidential elections''

Speculation grows over Akinci's candidacy in ''presidential elections''

The Democratic Party (KDP) in the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus is taking steps to identify a strong candidate for the ''presidential elections'' set for October. ...

Hospitals brace for more visits as infections rise with school reopenings

Hospitals brace for more visits as infections rise with school reopenings

Seasonal infections are picking up across Cyprus, with flu cases, the RSV virus, and COVID-19 leading the charge....

'He promised to help Cyprus'

'He promised to help Cyprus'

Jimmy Carter passed away last week December 29, 2024, in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, at the age of 100....

Paralimni Municipality launches 'Neighborhood Social Worker' Program

Paralimni Municipality launches 'Neighborhood Social Worker' Program

The Municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia has launched the "Neighborhood Social Worker" program, a significant step towards improving access to social services for its residents....

42-year-old man arrested for child sexual abuse material

42-year-old man arrested for child sexual abuse material

A new case of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material is under investigation by the police....

IT jobs top demand in the EU: What this means for Cyprus

IT jobs top demand in the EU: What this means for Cyprus

In today's digital world, IT specialists are in high demand across Europe, and it’s no surprise. According to recent data from Eurostat, IT professionals top the list of the most sought-after workers in the EU...

Powerful earthquake hits Tibet, leaving 53 dead (video)

Powerful earthquake hits Tibet, leaving 53 dead (video)

A strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit a remote area of Tibet early on Tuesday morning, killing at least 53 people and injuring 62 others. The earthquake, which struck at 9:05 a.m. local time,...

Back to reality: Sunshine, clouds, and wonderful morning traffic

Back to reality: Sunshine, clouds, and wonderful morning traffic

Ah, January 7th—a bittersweet day! The holidays have packed up their tinsel, kids are back to school (thank goodness, right?), and adults are staring down their inboxes....

EU and Turkey edge closer to modernizing customs union

EU and Turkey edge closer to modernizing customs union

A significant effort is underway to modernize the Turkish Customs Union, a landmark economic arrangement that has governed trade between Turkey and the European Union (EU) since 1996. ...

Trudeau poised to resign as Liberal leader, sources say

Trudeau poised to resign as Liberal leader, sources say

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau may be preparing to resign as leader of the Liberal Party after nearly a decade in power, according to a source familiar with his plans....

Epiphany celebrations highlight faith and tradition in Cyprus and beyond

Epiphany celebrations highlight faith and tradition in Cyprus and beyond

On January 6, Greek Orthodox Christians in Cyprus and around the world celebrate Epiphany, or Theophany, a day steeped in tradition and faith. ...

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