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''BORA'' fades, showers linger (videos)

''BORA'' fades, showers linger (videos)

The ''Boras'' storm that swept across Cyprus kept emergency services busy, with the Fire Service responding to 27 incidents caused by severe weather....

African workers unite for historic labour conference

African workers unite for historic labour conference

African migrant workers and labour activists gathered in Nicosia's Old Town on Sunday for Cyprus's first-ever African Workers’ Conference....

Thousands rally in Tbilisi for fifth night as PM condemns pro-European protests

Thousands rally in Tbilisi for fifth night as PM condemns pro-European protests

For the fifth night in a row, thousands of demonstrators filled the streets of Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital, protesting the government’s recent decision to suspend its pursuit of European Union (EU) membership....

Deal to return Parthenon Sculptures to Greece may be near

Deal to return Parthenon Sculptures to Greece may be near

A deal to return the Parthenon Sculptures, also known as the Elgin Marbles, to Greece might be closer than ever, according to a former Greek government adviser, Professor Irene Stamatoudi....

Storm 'Bora' sweeps across Cyprus (Videos)

Storm 'Bora' sweeps across Cyprus (Videos)

The low-pressure system ''Bora'' made its way to Cyprus today, bringing widespread cloud cover, rain in several areas, and a noticeable drop in temperatures. Although not as severe as its impact on Greece, the storm has already left its mark across the island....

South Korean President declares martial law amid political turmoil

South Korean President declares martial law amid political turmoil

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared an ''emergency martial law'' on Tuesday, accusing the opposition of undermining the government with what he described as pro-North Korean sympathies and anti-state activities....

Larnaca Marina boat owners plan protest over docking fees

Larnaca Marina boat owners plan protest over docking fees

Boat owners at Larnaca Marina are gearing up for a protest to voice their frustration over rising mooring fees. ...

Police warn of counterfeit Euro banknotes circulating ahead of holiday season

Police warn of counterfeit Euro banknotes circulating ahead of holiday season

With the festive season approaching, the Cyprus Police have issued a warning about counterfeit euro banknotes circulating in the country....

Heartbreak in Cyprus: 36-year-old mother dies two days after giving birth

Heartbreak in Cyprus: 36-year-old mother dies two days after giving birth

A community is in mourning following the tragic death of 36-year-old Stella Michael, who passed away just two days after giving birth to her second child....

Cyprus-born cleric elected as new Metropolitan of Atlanta

Cyprus-born cleric elected as new Metropolitan of Atlanta

As the result of a recent election, the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate has named Bishop Sevastianos of Zela as the new Metropolitan of Atlanta....

Minimum income recipients allegedly renting T/C properties for pennies

Minimum income recipients allegedly renting T/C properties for pennies

A shocking new controversy has emerged involving recipients of the minimum guaranteed income who are allegedly renting valuable Turkish Cypriot properties for an incredibly low price. ...

Storm warning in effect as ''BORA'' hits Cyprus

Storm warning in effect as ''BORA'' hits Cyprus

A yellow storm warning has been issued for today, with conditions expected to deteriorate throughout the day. ...

Cypriot antiquities return home from the UK

Cypriot antiquities return home from the UK

In a heartwarming and significant step for Cyprus, a collection of ancient Cypriot antiquities has been successfully repatriated from the United Kingdom....

Government expands subsidized electricity rates for vulnerable households

Government expands subsidized electricity rates for vulnerable households

The Cyprus Electricity Authority (EAC) announced an important update regarding its special household tariff for vulnerable consumers, known as Code 08...

A $2 million treasure hunt begins across the U.S.

A $2 million treasure hunt begins across the U.S.

Jon Collins-Black, an author and entrepreneur, has launched an adventurous treasure hunt across the United States, inspired by his love of fantasy and legendary hunts like Forrest Fenn's. ...

Rhodes declares state of emergency after storm ''Bora''

Rhodes declares state of emergency after storm ''Bora''

The Greek island of Rhodes has been declared in a state of emergency following the devastating impact of Storm Bora, which struck on Sunday, December 1, 2024....

Ancient Cypriot artefacts return home after decades abroad

Ancient Cypriot artefacts return home after decades abroad

In a significant cultural milestone, 69 ancient Cypriot artefacts were officially handed over to Cypriot authorities in Vienna, Austria, on Saturday, paving the way for their repatriation. ...

Attempted murder in Nicosia as residents attacked with axes and clubs

Attempted murder in Nicosia as residents attacked with axes and clubs

A violent incident rocked the Strovolos area of Nicosia early this morning, as a group of intruders launched a brutal attack on a household, injuring four residents....

Octo Microbrewery: Exploring the world of beer through Octopus Beers

Octo Microbrewery: Exploring the world of beer through Octopus Beers

Octo Microbrewery showcased its Octopus beers yesterday at an exclusive tasting event held on November 27 at Elysian Kitchen Bar in Nicosia....

Cyprus strengthens military strategy with focus on US armaments

Cyprus strengthens military strategy with focus on US armaments

Cyprus has been making strategic shifts in its military and diplomatic approach, particularly with regard to its relationship with NATO and its defense infrastructure, according to an article by Apostolos Tomaras in this Sunday's Kathimerini. ...

Biden breaks promise to Americans and pardons son

Biden breaks promise to Americans and pardons son

President Joe Biden has stirred significant controversy by granting a full and unconditional pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, despite his previous assurance that he would not intervene in his son’s legal troubles....

USS Bulkeley makes Thanksgiving stop in Cyprus

USS Bulkeley makes Thanksgiving stop in Cyprus

The USS Bulkeley (DDG-84), an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, has docked in Cyprus for a Thanksgiving liberty call....

Barometric low ''BORA'' to impact region in weakened form

Barometric low ''BORA'' to impact region in weakened form

The barometric low ''BORA'' is expected to affect the region from late tonight in a weakened form....

Cyprus faces Schengen conundrum amid unresolved division

Cyprus faces Schengen conundrum amid unresolved division

Cyprus remains caught in a political and logistical bind as Bulgaria and Romania prepare to join the Schengen free-movement area on January 1, 2025, according to a report by Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis....

10,700 Greek students suspended for violating school cell phone ban

10,700 Greek students suspended for violating school cell phone ban

Since the beginning of the academic year in September, a total of 10,700 students have been suspended for violating the new regulations banning cell phones in schools, according to Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis. ...

The Greek Orthodox priest at the center of ''anti-woke'' education

The Greek Orthodox priest at the center of ''anti-woke'' education

The ideological conflict in the US has shifted from a traditional left-versus-right divide to a new dichotomy: “woke” versus “anti-woke.”...

Macron celebrates Notre-Dame’s restoration

Macron celebrates Notre-Dame’s restoration

Emmanuel Macron has praised the craftsmen and women who worked tirelessly to restore Paris's Notre-Dame Cathedral, which was devastated by a fire in 2019. ...

Cyprus EU anniversary coins spark collector mania

Cyprus EU anniversary coins spark collector mania

The Central Bank of Cyprus’ commemorative coins celebrating 20 years since Cyprus joined the European Union have proven to be a hot commodity among collectors....

Traffic jam at Agios Dometios crossing as Black Friday shoppers flock to free areas

Traffic jam at Agios Dometios crossing as Black Friday shoppers flock to free areas

Traffic congestion and long queues were reported today at the Agios Dometios roadblock, as large numbers of shoppers from the occupied territories crossed into the free areas to take advantage of Black Friday deals....

Cyprus poised to join U.S. Visa Waiver Program after key final steps

Cyprus poised to join U.S. Visa Waiver Program after key final steps

Cyprus is on the verge of joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, with just a few minor issues remaining to be addressed, according to a report by Dorita Yiannakou....

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