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NATO surrounds Chinese ship over undersea cable sabotage

NATO surrounds Chinese ship over undersea cable sabotage

Authorities are investigating the deliberate cutting of two undersea internet cables connecting Finland and Sweden to Central Europe last week, suspecting sabotage by a Chinese cargo vessel. ...

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Turkey reacts srongly to Cyprus' NATO push and growing U.S. military ties

Turkey reacts srongly to Cyprus' NATO push and growing U.S. military ties

Ankara’s response to President Nicos Christodoulides’ plan to pursue NATO membership for Cyprus “when conditions are ripe” was expected,...

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Airlines adding more flights to Greece for summer 2025

Airlines adding more flights to Greece for summer 2025

Greek and foreign airlines are increasing their routes to and from Athens and other top tourism destinations in Greece for the 2025 summer season by airlines that continue to identify more demand for the Greek tourism product....

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Stella Kyriakides earns an A- for health leadership

Stella Kyriakides earns an A- for health leadership

The European Commission's first team under Ursula von der Leyen for the 2019-2024 term has had a tumultuous and significant five years....

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Court hands down stiff sentences in major extortion and embezzlement case

Court hands down stiff sentences in major extortion and embezzlement case

In a significant move against financial crime, the Criminal Court in Larnaca has handed down tough sentences to two men involved in an elaborate scheme of extortion, embezzlement, and money laundering. ...

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Temporary truce in the healthcare sector as December showdown looms

Temporary truce in the healthcare sector as December showdown looms

A temporary truce has been reached in the healthcare sector following the 48-hour doctors' strike....

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Sunny skies with a touch of clouds: Your weekend weather forecast

Sunny skies with a touch of clouds: Your weekend weather forecast

A weak high-pressure system is influencing the area, bringing mostly pleasant conditions for the weekend....

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EU eyes embassy staff cuts to refocus on strategic regions

EU eyes embassy staff cuts to refocus on strategic regions

The European Union is considering reducing staff at many of its embassies to refocus resources on strategically important regions, a move sparking concerns about its global influence, particularly in Africa and Latin America. ...

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Cypriot teens top Europe in vaping

Cypriot teens top Europe in vaping

According to a report by Hector Georgiou, a recent ESPAD survey showed that Cypriot teenagers are among the top users of e-cigarettes in Europe....

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Vatican faces pension crisis despite its wealth

Vatican faces pension crisis despite its wealth

Pope Francis made a surprising announcement this week, revealing that the Vatican's pension fund is in serious trouble and might not be able to pay pensions in the future unless big changes are made....

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U.S. moves forward with $680 million arms deal to Israel

U.S. moves forward with $680 million arms deal to Israel

The Biden administration is moving forward with a $680 million arms deal with Israel, even as a U.S.-brokered ceasefire takes hold between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. ...

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Actor surprises shoppers with Wicked tunes and holiday cheer

Actor surprises shoppers with Wicked tunes and holiday cheer

Jeff Goldblum gave a surprise performance at London’s St. Pancras International train station on Wednesday to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated Wicked movie....

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Danish farmers to pay tax on livestock farts and burps

Danish farmers to pay tax on livestock farts and burps

Denmark is making headlines with a groundbreaking new tax: a belch and manure tax....

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Ex-official sued over fraud allegations and damaging audit report

Ex-official sued over fraud allegations and damaging audit report

A legal battle has erupted in Cyprus, with the former Commissioner for the Development of Mountain Communities, Giannakis Papadouris, and V.V. Lampadistis Wineries Limited filing a lawsuit against Odysseus Michaelides....

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Cyprus secures €115 million in second payment under EU recovery plan

Cyprus secures €115 million in second payment under EU recovery plan

Cyprus has received its second payment under the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), with €115 million granted after successfully fulfilling 37 out of 38 agreed milestones....

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Cyprus hits 2.16% US visa refusal rate

Cyprus hits 2.16% US visa refusal rate

Cyprus is stepping closer to a big travel milestone: visa-free trips to the U.S. are becoming a real possibility! ...

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Thanksgiving travel in the US hits record highs

Thanksgiving travel in the US hits record highs

Thanksgiving is here, and so is the great American tradition of traveling to be with loved ones. ...

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Mostly clear skies with a frosty evening ahead

Mostly clear skies with a frosty evening ahead

Good morning! Expect a mostly clear day with some occasional local clouds popping by to keep things interesting....

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This Christmas don’t compromise with your gifts! Get a new smartphone and 5G Unlimited plan, with total benefit of up to €620 from Epic!

This Christmas don’t compromise with your gifts! Get a new smartphone and 5G Unlimited plan, with total benefit of up to €620 from Epic!

At Christmas you get all kinds of gifts: ‘cute’ socks, ‘funny’ mugs, stuff you already have and don’t need… still, you’ll smile and say ‘Thank you!’...

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Cyprus and Greece forge closer ties in historic meeting

Cyprus and Greece forge closer ties in historic meeting

President Nikos Christodoulides described the second intergovernmental meeting between Cyprus and Greece as a historic milestone. For the first time, 14 Greek Cabinet ministers joined their Cypriot counterparts in Nicosia, reflecting the deepening collaboration between the two nations....

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22 million users cut off as Europe's largest piracy ring busted

22 million users cut off as Europe's largest piracy ring busted

In a sweeping operation spanning multiple countries, Italian police dismantled a massive illegal streaming network that served more than 22 million users across Europe. Dubbed ''Operation Takendown''...

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Rising screen time among Cypriot teens sparks concern

Rising screen time among Cypriot teens sparks concern

A new survey has raised alarms over the growing dependence on digital devices among adolescents in Cyprus, with nearly half of young people reporting constant online contact....

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Bomb explosion targets vehicles in Germasogeia

Bomb explosion targets vehicles in Germasogeia

A bomb exploded in a garage in the Panioti area of Germasogeia late on Tuesday night, November 26, sparking a fire that destroyed multiple vehicles. ...

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Ancient maritime trade between Cyprus and Palestine unearthed

Ancient maritime trade between Cyprus and Palestine unearthed

In the summer of 2024, an excavation led by New York University at Maniki Harbour, near Agios Georgios Pegeias in Paphos, uncovered significant evidence of maritime trade connections between Cyprus and South Palestine in the 6th century AD...

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Cyprus NATO membership unlikely as Turkey asserts veto rights

Cyprus NATO membership unlikely as Turkey asserts veto rights

Cyprus’ prospects for NATO membership appear dim, with Turkish Ambassador Ulutç Özülker and other prominent Turkish figures emphasizing Ankara's veto power. ...

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Partly cloudy skies with isolated showers and chilly nights

Partly cloudy skies with isolated showers and chilly nights

Today, weak low pressure is influencing our area. Skies will be partly cloudy, with the chance of isolated showers—mainly along the northern coast early in the day and later shifting to the mountains. ...

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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire now in effect after 13 months of conflict

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire now in effect after 13 months of conflict

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect early Wednesday, starting at 4 a.m. local time (2 a.m. UK time). ...

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GM and Cadillac gear up for Formula 1 debut in 2026

GM and Cadillac gear up for Formula 1 debut in 2026

In an exciting development for motorsport fans, General Motors and Cadillac have reached an agreement in principle to enter Formula 1 as an 11th team starting in 2026. ...

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Snow blankets Troodos Mountains: Ski season is nearly here

Snow blankets Troodos Mountains: Ski season is nearly here

The first snowfall has transformed the Troodos Mountains into a stunning winter wonderland, setting the stage for the upcoming ski season. With snow now covering the peaks, it’s just a matter of time before the slopes are ready for skiing....

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Did Angela Merkel misjudge Germany's dependence on Russian gas?

Did Angela Merkel misjudge Germany's dependence on Russian gas?

In her memoir ''Freedom'', Angela Merkel reflects on her 16-year tenure as German chancellor, offering insights into her political approach and the global crises that defined her leadership....

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Legislation aims to deepen U.S.-Cyprus ties, boost regional infrastructure, and support alternatives to Beijing’s global expansion. Photo credit: Unsplash
BUSINESS

New U.S. bill eyes Cyprus as key player in countering China’s Belt and Road

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Tests confirm clean water following British Bases’ pollution alert. File photo
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No pollution found at Lady’s Mile beach, Environment Department confirms

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