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Stylianou's pledge to battle cancer alone at Man of the Year Awards

Stylianou's pledge to battle cancer alone at Man of the Year Awards

In a testament to resilience and the strength found in adversity, Petros Stylianou triumphed over a challenging bout with cancer, reshaping his life's purpose to champion those facing a similar ordeal....

US vetoes UN cease-fire resolution in Gaza, escalating tensions

US vetoes UN cease-fire resolution in Gaza, escalating tensions

Friday marked a contentious day at the United Nations as the United States took a solitary stand, vetoing a resolution calling for an urgent cease-fire in Gaza....

Akamas road improvement faces backlash

Akamas road improvement faces backlash

In response to mounting pressure and civil complaints, the Ministry of Agriculture initiates a comprehensive investigation into the Sustainable Development Plan for Akamas National Forest Park. ...

EU unveils sweeping reforms to enhance animal welfare standards

EU unveils sweeping reforms to enhance animal welfare standards

In a groundbreaking move, the European Commission has proposed extensive reforms to EU rules on animal welfare during transport, marking the most significant overhaul in recent years....

2,162 nameless  bodies exposed in EU borders investigation

2,162 nameless bodies exposed in EU borders investigation

In a startling revelation, The Guardian uncovered a distressing reality – over the past decade, at least 1,015 refugees and migrants who perished at Europe's borders were laid to rest in unmarked graves....

Larnaca streets to close for 'Festive Christmas Parade'

Larnaca streets to close for 'Festive Christmas Parade'

Get ready for a jolly time as the municipality of Larnaca announces the much-anticipated Christmas parade! Starting at 5:30 p.m., the event will feature Santa Claus descending upon the shopping center, accompanied by spirited school dance groups....

Meet ''Man of the Year Alex Michaelides''

Meet ''Man of the Year Alex Michaelides''

The renowned Greek Cypriot author, Alex Michaelides, was honored with the Man of the Year and International Cypriot awards at the 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023 ceremony on December 7....

Putin throws hat in the ring for 2024 run

Putin throws hat in the ring for 2024 run

In a significant political development, Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared his candidacy for a fifth term in office....

Severe weather sparks flooding and power outages in Paphos

Severe weather sparks flooding and power outages in Paphos

In a turbulent turn of events, Cyprus finds itself in the grip of unruly weather as confirmed by the meteorological service....

Cyprus-France convention breaks fiscal barriers

Cyprus-France convention breaks fiscal barriers

In a strategic maneuver to bolster economic collaboration, Cyprus and France are gearing up to sign a pivotal Convention on Monday in the capital city of Nicosia....

Hunter Biden indicted on tax charges amid intensifying legal woes

Hunter Biden indicted on tax charges amid intensifying legal woes

Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, faces new legal challenges as he was indicted on Thursday on nine tax charges in California. The charges, comprising three felonies and six misdemeanors, are in addition to federal firearms charges in Delaware....

Turkey's alleged plan to resettle Palestinian refugees raises concerns

Turkey's alleged plan to resettle Palestinian refugees raises concerns

Turkey is reportedly strategizing the resettlement of Palestinian refugees, aiming to relocate up to 250,000 individuals from the Gaza Strip to Kurdish-inhabited regions in southeastern Turkey and the occupied territories of Cyprus....

Alleged patient mistreatment sparks investigation by OKYPY

Alleged patient mistreatment sparks investigation by OKYPY

The Health Services Organization (OKYPY) has filed a complaint with the police regarding the mistreatment of a patient by hospital staff....

Tylliria's ''halitzias'' gains prestigious recognition

Tylliria's ''halitzias'' gains prestigious recognition

In a noteworthy announcement shared on social media by the European Commission in Cyprus, Tylliria's halitzias have been officially recognized with protected geographical indication (PGI) status....

Cypriot students released after Turkish embassy protest

Cypriot students released after Turkish embassy protest

The 27 Cypriot students who were detained by Greek police during a demonstration outside the Turkish Embassy in Athens have been released....

Employers positive on minimum wage adjustment

Employers positive on minimum wage adjustment

Employers express positivity towards a potential partial adjustment of the minimum wage in discussions led by OEB's General Director, Michalis Antoniou....

President's birthday surprise at Man Of The Year

President's birthday surprise at Man Of The Year

The 22nd annual "BANK OF CYPRUS Man of the Year Awards" took place today, Thursday, December 7, at The Royal Hall in Nicosia. Elena Paparizou entertained the guests, while a big surprise awaited the President of the Republic....

Cyprus sees uptick in COVID-19 cases amid winter surge

Cyprus sees uptick in COVID-19 cases amid winter surge

Dr. Christos Charalambous, from the Epidemiological Surveillance and Control of Infectious Diseases Unit of the Health Ministry, reported a slight increase in COVID-19 cases in Cyprus in recent days....

Outcry erupts over treatment of Palestinian prisoners

Outcry erupts over treatment of Palestinian prisoners

A series of videos aired by Israeli television networks, depicting numerous Palestinian detainees clad only in underwear and blindfolded, has ignited a social media storm of criticism....

Alex Michaelides shines as Man of the Year 2023 in glittering awards gala

Alex Michaelides shines as Man of the Year 2023 in glittering awards gala

In a dazzling display of glitz and glamour at The Royal Hall in Nicosia, the 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023 saw President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nicos Christodoulides,...

Unveiling brilliance at the 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023

Unveiling brilliance at the 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023

The illustrious 22nd Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards 2023 unfolded in all its glory last night, December 7, 2023, at The Royal Hall in Nicosia....

Stormy shenanigans on the horizon

Stormy shenanigans on the horizon

Hey there, weather adventurers! The Meteorological Service just hit us with a yellow warning – brace yourselves for some isolated strong storms, coming in hot and sporadic....

Mitsotakis and Erdogan's Cyprus talks heat up

Mitsotakis and Erdogan's Cyprus talks heat up

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, who met in Athens on Thursday, referred to the Cyprus issue during their joint statements to the press....

Cyprus and Chevron forge agreement on 'Aphrodite' gas field upgrade

Cyprus and Chevron forge agreement on 'Aphrodite' gas field upgrade

The Cyprus Government and Chevron Corporation are moving forward with the update of the existing development and production plan for "Aphrodite" gas field in Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)....

Student attacks bus driver mid-route to Parekklisia

Student attacks bus driver mid-route to Parekklisia

The director of Limassol Passenger Transport Company (EMEL), George Kyriakou, reported an attack on a bus driver en route from Limassol high school to the Parekklisia community....

Banks fail Menendez's quiz on $4 billion consumer paybacks

Banks fail Menendez's quiz on $4 billion consumer paybacks

In a fiery congressional hearing on Wednesday, Senator Bob Menendez targeted Wall Street's top executives, putting them in the hot seat with a pop quiz on their firms' financial misdeeds....

Champions emerge tonight at the Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards

Champions emerge tonight at the Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards

Get ready for an evening of celebration and recognition as the Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards takes center stage at The Royal Hall in Nicosia on Thursday, December 7....

Major progress in Cyprus as buses gear up for safety boost

Major progress in Cyprus as buses gear up for safety boost

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeafis shared optimistic updates on the installation of automatic fire extinguishing systems on buses during a recent interview on state radio. ...

Cyprus navy to be upgraded, says National Guard Chief

Cyprus navy to be upgraded, says National Guard Chief

The Navy is implementing a far-reaching modernization program, having among other things enhanced its anti-ship capabilities, while...

Tensions rise yet again in buffer zone amidst UN envoy delay

Tensions rise yet again in buffer zone amidst UN envoy delay

Amid the delayed appointment of the UN Secretary General's envoy to the Cyprus problem, the occupation regime persists in targeted maneuvers to sow tension within the buffer zone. ...

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