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Pope Francis urges families to ''make children'' during first visit to Corsica

Pope Francis urges families to ''make children'' during first visit to Corsica

In his first-ever visit to Corsica, Pope Francis delivered a clear message about the need for more children, urging families to embrace parenthood amid declining global birth rates. ...

Is Dubai cracking down on drug lords and money launderers?

Is Dubai cracking down on drug lords and money launderers?

Dubai’s glitzy reputation as a playground for Europe’s most notorious drug lords and money launderers may finally be under threat....

Cyprus police cars affected by Takata airbag recall

Cyprus police cars affected by Takata airbag recall

Following the Cyprus government’s announcement to recall around 50,000 vehicles due to faulty Takata airbags, the issue is now extending to the Cyprus Police force....

Brutal attack in the heart of Nicosia leaves 29-year-old man injured

Brutal attack in the heart of Nicosia leaves 29-year-old man injured

A scene straight out of a movie unfolded on the streets of Nicosia late Sunday night, as a 29-year-old Greek Cypriot man was violently beaten by a group of about 30 young men....

Trump pushes to end daylight saving time

Trump pushes to end daylight saving time

In a recent statement, newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the Republican Party "will make every effort" to end the practice of daylight saving time (DST), a twice-yearly clock change that shifts the country from winter to summer time....

Young vandals cause damage at Larnaca schools

Young vandals cause damage at Larnaca schools

Larnaca schools are facing an ongoing challenge with vandalism, following a series of incidents on Friday, December 13, that left schools in the city damaged....

Cyprus pushes to link Turkey-EU relations to Cyprus talks, faces EU resistance

Cyprus pushes to link Turkey-EU relations to Cyprus talks, faces EU resistance

The Christodoulides government made a bold move to connect Turkey’s future with the European Union to the long-stalled Cyprus settlement talks....

''Prometheus'' sets sail: A new energy chapter for Cyprus begins

''Prometheus'' sets sail: A new energy chapter for Cyprus begins

Cyprus has taken a big step toward its energy future with the launch of the floating natural gas plant Prometheus from Shanghai....

''No Last Chances'' — The UK’s view on Cyprus, NATO, and post-Brexit hurdles

''No Last Chances'' — The UK’s view on Cyprus, NATO, and post-Brexit hurdles

In an interview with Kathimerini's Marina Economidou , British High Commissioner to Cyprus, Michael Tatham, doesn’t shy away from addressing some of the more pressing and controversial issues shaping relations between the UK and Cyprus....

Brace yourselves, Cyprus — the weather has plans!

Brace yourselves, Cyprus — the weather has plans!

It seems the island is getting a brief, moody spell courtesy of a weak low-pressure system. Think of it as the weather equivalent of a guest who pops by uninvited, makes a little fuss, and leaves before you really get annoyed....

Mango founder Isak Andic dies at 71 after tragic accident

Mango founder Isak Andic dies at 71 after tragic accident

Isak Andic, the visionary behind global fashion brand Mango, tragically passed away at the age of 71 following an accident during a family excursion. ...

Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone after Assad's fall

Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone after Assad's fall

After the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Israel seized control of a crucial buffer zone in the Golan Heights, an area that has been a source of ongoing geopolitical tension....

Former OpenAI researcher found dead amid copyright dispute

Former OpenAI researcher found dead amid copyright dispute

Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old former researcher at OpenAI, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on November 26. Authorities reported no evidence of foul play. ...

USA: Mystery drones shut down airports and shake US security

USA: Mystery drones shut down airports and shake US security

A series of mysterious drone sightings in the United States has disrupted airport operations and triggered widespread concern, prompting calls for federal intervention. ...

Russian nuclear weapons at Europe's doorstep

Russian nuclear weapons at Europe's doorstep

Russia has deployed tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, marking the first time its nuclear arsenal has been stationed outside Russian territory since the Cold War....

Elon Musk becomes first person to achieve a $400 billion net worth

Elon Musk becomes first person to achieve a $400 billion net worth

Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has reached an unprecedented milestone: a net worth of $400 billion, according to Bloomberg....

Miniature therapy horses in Greece bring joy despite struggles

Miniature therapy horses in Greece bring joy despite struggles

A shy smile spreads across 9-year-old Josifina’s face as she strokes a tiny gray horse....

Music event in New York commemorates 50 years of occupation

Music event in New York commemorates 50 years of occupation

"Beautiful and Strange Homeland" was the title of the concert presented by the Choir of the Pan-Cyprian Association of America at the "Terrace on the Park" event center....

The case of the meddling mother-in-law

The case of the meddling mother-in-law

An extraordinary case came before the Larnaca Criminal Court, involving a mother-in-law who set up her 19-year-old son-in-law in an attempt to force him to separate from her daughter....

Hungarian women held over €58.5M property case

Hungarian women held over €58.5M property case

Two women, aged 61 and 53, are facing serious charges tied to the alleged illegal sale of Greek Cypriot properties worth €58.5 million in the occupied areas of Akanthos, Ayios Ambrosios, and Kalograia. ...

50,000 vehicles in Cyprus face recall over defective Takata airbags

50,000 vehicles in Cyprus face recall over defective Takata airbags

Cyprus could see up to 50,000 cars recalled due to the dangerous Takata airbags, a defective part responsible for deaths and injuries around the world, including in Cyprus. ...

François Bayrou Appointed France's New Prime Minister

François Bayrou Appointed France's New Prime Minister

In a move aimed at stabilizing France's fractured political landscape, President Emmanuel Macron has appointed François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister, the Elysée announced on Friday. ...

The amphetamine that toppled Assad

The amphetamine that toppled Assad

The rapid collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government in Syria came as a surprise to many. After a fierce, multi-day assault, rebel forces captured the capital, Damascus, on Sunday, forcing Assad to flee to Russia. ...

Cypriot MP's take a break from 'banking on' reform

Cypriot MP's take a break from 'banking on' reform

Yesterday, we witnessed one of the most evenly matched votes ever held in the Cyprus Parliament. MPs were called to vote on the proposal from AKEL for a one-off tax on bank profits....

Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

Cyprus MPs vote on major bills, including tax hikes and baby bonuses

The Cyprus Parliament was busy on Thursday, voting on a series of important bills that could reshape the island's economic landscape and support families....

Chania gas station bans fueling motorcyclists without helmets

Chania gas station bans fueling motorcyclists without helmets

A gas station in Chania, Crete, has announced a controversial new policy that will no longer provide fuel to any motorcycle—big or small—if the driver or passenger isn’t wearing a helmet. This decision comes in the wake of a tragic accident that claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy in Kissamos....

December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 06/12/2024

December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 06/12/2024

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

Magical Christmas with Lidl Cyprus

At Lidl Cyprus, Christmas is a time when giving and caring are of even greater importance....

9,420 deported from Cyprus in 2024

9,420 deported from Cyprus in 2024

As of December 13, Cyprus has deported or repatriated 9,420 people in 2024, marking a slight increase compared to the 9,276 recorded during the same period last year, according to a statement from the Police....

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