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19 December, 2025
 

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France’s prime minister ousted as political turmoil deepens

France’s prime minister ousted as political turmoil deepens

French Prime Minister François Bayrou resigned Tuesday after losing a crushing confidence vote in parliament, the third head of government toppled in 14 months....

Families of children with disabilities left waiting months for benefits, commissioner says

Families of children with disabilities left waiting months for benefits, commissioner says

The Commissioner for the Protection of Children’s Rights, Despo Michaelidou, has condemned delays and the refusal to pay retroactive benefits for children with disabilities....

Eight arrested in Larnaca construction site sweep over illegal employment

Eight arrested in Larnaca construction site sweep over illegal employment

Authorities in Cyprus said that eight foreign nationals were detained after being caught working illegally at a construction site in Larnaca during a coordinated labor inspection....

Tornado touches down in Nicosia district

Tornado touches down in Nicosia district

A tornado swept through parts of the Nicosia district Tuesday, startling residents and leaving dramatic scenes captured on video....

A welcome downpour in Troodos

A welcome downpour in Troodos

Cyprus got a refreshing taste of fall today as heavy rainfall drenched the Troodos Mountains, offering a welcome break from the lingering summer heat....

Double your Rewards with MyPetrolina App & Alphamega Hypermarkets!

Double your Rewards with MyPetrolina App & Alphamega Hypermarkets!

Petrolina, in collaboration with Alphamega Hypermarkets, is rewarding everyday purchases with an exciting new promotion....

Eurolife Run in the Park

Eurolife Run in the Park

With a shared vision of promoting an active lifestyle, teamwork, and giving back, Eurolife and the Dro.Me.A. Racing Club invite everyone to embrace exercise and contribute to the fight of our fellow human beings. ...

Christodoulides in campaign mode since day 1

Christodoulides in campaign mode since day 1

President Nikos Christodoulides admits he’s been in ''campaign mode'' since the very first day of his presidency, a revelation that has fueled smirks in political circles and fresh criticism that he is more focused on re-election than governing....

Undercover sting nabs abbot in Greek antiquities smuggling scandal

Undercover sting nabs abbot in Greek antiquities smuggling scandal

An undercover police operation in northern Peloponnese has exposed an antiquities smuggling ring with a plot straight out of a crime thriller, and at the center of it all, the abbot of the famed Mega Spilaio Monastery....

Building boom in Larnaca as urban planning applications surge 53%

Building boom in Larnaca as urban planning applications surge 53%

Larnaca is seeing a construction boom. Between January and July 2025, the Larnaca District Government Organization (DGO) recorded a 53% jump in urban planning applications compared with the same period last year, highlighting growing interest in development and investment across the city and district....

Top Athens heart surgeon arrested over alleged cash demands

Top Athens heart surgeon arrested over alleged cash demands

Authorities in Athens have arrested the director of cardiac surgery at Hippocrates General Hospital over allegations that he demanded cash from patients....

The 6th Cyprus Cocktail Festival Shakes Up Nicosia!

The 6th Cyprus Cocktail Festival Shakes Up Nicosia!

N-ice Pure Ice Cubes proudly presents Cyprus’s premier cocktail event, returning for its sixth consecutive year! The festival takes over the area outside Nicosia’s Municipal Theatre on Thursday, October 9, promising an evening full of flavor, music, and creativity....

Cyprus workers to strike Thursday as government pushes ATA pay reform

Cyprus workers to strike Thursday as government pushes ATA pay reform

Cyprus’ Labor Minister Yiannis Panayiotou made a last-minute appeal to trade unions Wednesday, urging them to hold off on Thursday’s planned general strike as he unveiled the government’s updated framework for the automatic cost-of-living adjustment, known locally as the ATA....

Russian cancer vaccine shows promise, but Cyprus patients may face long wait

Russian cancer vaccine shows promise, but Cyprus patients may face long wait

Russia has announced that it is ready to test a cancer vaccine on humans after reporting strong results in laboratory studies. ...

''High Court'' in occupied area overturns detention of five Greek Cypriots

''High Court'' in occupied area overturns detention of five Greek Cypriots

The “high court” in the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus has annulled a military court’s decision to keep five Greek Cypriots in detention for 13 days, according to reports by Turkish-Cypriot outlet Kıbrıs Postası....

Weather forecast: Clear skies on loan, afternoon clouds included

Weather forecast: Clear skies on loan, afternoon clouds included

A seasonal low-pressure system, teamed up with an unstable air mass, is busy shaping the day’s plot. Translation: sunny start, stormy interludes, and just enough breeze to test your patience....

Israel-Gaza tensions escalate as Netanyahu urges Gazans to ‘leave now’

Israel-Gaza tensions escalate as Netanyahu urges Gazans to ‘leave now’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged residents of Gaza City to “leave now” on Saturday, hours after Israel announced it would intensify airstrikes on the Palestinian territory, as a deadly shooting in Jerusalem left six people dead....

‘Blood Moon’ dominates night sky (PHOTOS)

‘Blood Moon’ dominates night sky (PHOTOS)

A rare total lunar eclipse drew sky watchers Sunday as the moon turned a deep red while passing through Earth’s shadow. ...

Man arrested in connection with Platres-Troodos forest fire

Man arrested in connection with Platres-Troodos forest fire

Authorities have arrested a 32-year-old man in connection with a forest fire in the Platres-Troodos area, officials said....

Fidias says Christodoulides dismissed his calls for education reforms

Fidias says Christodoulides dismissed his calls for education reforms

MEP Fidias Panayiotou says President Nikos Christodoulides brushed aside his proposals to improve schools, leaving him convinced that “once again nothing will change.”...

Greek taxi driver refuses Paralympic champion and her guide dog (VIDEO)

Greek taxi driver refuses Paralympic champion and her guide dog (VIDEO)

A taxi driver in Greece refused to take Paralympic swimmer Karolina Pelendritou and her guide dog, prompting sharp criticism after the athlete shared the encounter online....

Three students arrested after tip leads police to dangerous items in vehicles

Three students arrested after tip leads police to dangerous items in vehicles

Three 18-year-old students were arrested Monday morning after police found weapons and fireworks in their vehicles, authorities said....

Wellington Fund boosts stake in Bank of Cyprus, becomes third-largest shareholder

Wellington Fund boosts stake in Bank of Cyprus, becomes third-largest shareholder

The investment fund Wellington has increased its stake in the Bank of Cyprus to 5.87%, up from 3.99%, officially becoming the third-largest shareholder in the country’s largest bank....

Famagusta man found guilty on multiple child sexual abuse charges

Famagusta man found guilty on multiple child sexual abuse charges

The Permanent Criminal Court of Famagusta on Thursday, September 4, unanimously found a man guilty on 29 counts of child sexual abuse, along with charges of producing and possessing child pornography and causing psychological harm to the victim....

BidX1 brings bargains to the block in September auction

BidX1 brings bargains to the block in September auction

New BidX1 catalogue launched – 10 houses & apartments in Pegeia among highlights...

Snag a deal: Cars go under the hammer in Mosfiloti

Snag a deal: Cars go under the hammer in Mosfiloti

Looking for a new set of wheels without the showroom sticker shock? The Bank of Cyprus is auctioning off a range of cars on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 3 p.m. at its Auction Yard in Mosfiloti (12 Limassol Avenue, 7647 Mosfiloti, Larnaca)....

€15M school overhaul brings modern classrooms and sports facilities to Paralimni

€15M school overhaul brings modern classrooms and sports facilities to Paralimni

Big changes are coming to education in Paralimni. President Nikos Christodoulides announced the signing of contracts for a brand-new secondary school, complete with a sports facility, during a visit to the existing Paralimni Gymnasium, marking the start of the new school year....

Polis Chrysochous shines with new projects and plans

Polis Chrysochous shines with new projects and plans

Polis Chrysochous is set for a major boost, with President Nikos Christodoulides announcing plans for a brand-new modern hospital on the site of the old army camp, a long-awaited project he called both ''necessary infrastructure'' and ''a historical vindication'' for the region....

Weather forecast: Sunshine with a side of drama

Weather forecast: Sunshine with a side of drama

A seasonal low-pressure system is keeping things interesting, while an unstable air mass plans its big reveal on Tuesday. Translation: sunshine for most, but don’t get too comfortable....

Cyprus skies to glow with enchanting ‘Blood Moon’ tonight

Cyprus skies to glow with enchanting ‘Blood Moon’ tonight

Tonight, the skies above Cyprus will stage a quietly mesmerizing spectacle as the Moon slips into Earth’s shadow, transforming into a “Blood Moon.” ...

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