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Cyprus supports EU rule on monitoring journalists

Cyprus is backing a controversial EU rule that allows government intelligence services to keep an eye on journalists for security reasons. ...

12/12/2023 | NEWS

Cyprus shines as one of Google's favorite travel searches in 2023

According to a report by cntraveller.com, Cyprus stands out among the destinations most sought-after on Google in 2023. This comes in a year that has seen a return to pre-pandemic levels....

12/12/2023 | NEWS

Leaders meet amidst UN envoy appointment

President Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar met under new circumstances, following developments in the appointment of the UN Secretary General's Special Envoy for Cyprus....

12/12/2023 | NEWS

Embark on a journey of cloudy capers in this playful forecast

Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, to the grand spectacle of today's weather extravaganza! We've got a whimsical mix of clouds doing a cha-cha, with a chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms staging a surprise performance ...

12/12/2023 | NEWS

Arachova faces unrest as Oliver slaying triggers online boycott

In the enchanting town of Arachova, situated at the base of Mount Parnassos, a distressing event has stirred waves of unease. The recent brutal killing and torture of an 8-year-old Husky named Oliver have prompted an online boycott targeting the winter resort....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Cyprus and France seal the deal on tax cooperation

In a milestone development, Cyprus and France have solidified their commitment to combat double taxation through the signing of a renewed Convention on the Elimination of Double Taxation....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Allegations of forced population shift amidst Gaza offensive

In a recent development, an Israeli government spokesperson, Eylon Levy, vehemently denied what he termed as ''outrageous and false'' allegations....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Minors still held in adult prisons, urgent action needed

In a concerning development, legislation addressing the detention of minors in adult prisons remains stalled since 2021....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Controversy erupts as schools implement voucher scanning systems for needy students

The decision by certain schools to install systems for scanning vouchers of needy students, enabling them to receive their food, has sparked strong reactions....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

German Ambassador highlights Cyprus' vital role in Israeli-Palestinian conflict

In a recent interview with the Cyprus News Agency, German Ambassador to Cyprus Anke Schlimm emphasized the urgent need to avert a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Postal workers strike over burnout and job insecurity

In a decisive move, 300 members of the Branch Council of Postal Distributors, part of the Pancyprian union "Equality," launched a strike today, set to last until Friday....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

EU struggles with Hungary's blockade on Ukraine's accession and funding release

Efforts to prepare for the summit of the 27 European Union heads of state continued in a tense atmosphere until Friday....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Google's 2023 search snapshot revealed

Google recently unveiled its "Year in Search" report, offering a captivating glimpse into 2023's global queries. The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict took the top spot in news trends, followed by the Titanic-bound submersible incident and devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Super League matches go silent for two months

The Greek government has asked the Super League to hold championship matches without spectators for two months because of the risk of trouble....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

UK's Royal Navy boosts Ukraine's maritime strength

The Royal Navy is set to transfer two minehunter ships to Ukraine, a move aimed at enhancing the country's maritime capabilities in the wake of Russia's invasion....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Urgent measures taken after a series of fires on buses

According to the commitment of the Ministry of Transport and the owners of the 570 immobilized buses, a return to normality is expected early this week....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

President's clash with Auditor General escalates

When Nikos Christodoulides expressed bitterness and heartache after the publication of the auditor general's report on the benefits he received as a government representative and seconded civil servant, questions arose about the conflict between the president and the auditor general....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Biden's approval hits record low as Trump gains momentum

In a recent Wall Street Journal poll, Donald Trump takes a lead over Joe Biden for the 2024 presidential election, marking a pivotal moment in the race....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Cypriot bonds hold firm at €6.75 billion amid ECB moves

As of the end of November, data from the Cypriot Central Bank reveals that the Eurosystem maintained its holdings of Cypriot bonds valued at €6.75 billion...

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Government employment hits record high

In ongoing discussions about new hires and the 2024 budget in Parliament, the focus is on the remarkable increase in government employment, surpassing levels from 2012....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

Cyprus welcomes historic visit from Iraqi president

In a historic meeting at the Presidential Palace, President Nicos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus welcomed President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid of Iraq, who is on an official visit to Cyprus....

11/12/2023 | NEWS

UN hosts annual end-of-year reception

President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, and Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, are among the guests expected to attend the annual, end-of-year reception hosted by the UN Secretary General's Special Representative in Cyprus, Colin Stewart, set to take place on Monday evening....

11/12/2023 | NEWS