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01 October, 2024
 

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US sounds alarm on Russian anti-satellite weapons threat

US sounds alarm on Russian anti-satellite weapons threat

Highly sensitive intelligence gathered by the U.S. highlights the emergence of Russian anti-satellite weapons, raising concerns among top government officials. ...

Lidl Cyprus invests €450,000 in employee appreciation program

Lidl Cyprus invests €450,000 in employee appreciation program

Lidl Cyprus rewards the collective effort and contribution of its team, by granting additional cash benefits totalling €450,000....

Greece's parliament approves same-sex marriage rights

Greece's parliament approves same-sex marriage rights

Greece’s 300-member Parliament approved the bill granting same-sex couples equal rights in marriage in a roll call vote on Thursday night. The reform extends full parental rights to gay couples but will not allow for medically assisted reproduction through a surrogate. ...

Stormy conditions persist, snow possible in Troodos

Stormy conditions persist, snow possible in Troodos

The Meteorology Department issued a yellow warning for strong storms yesterday, effective until 7:00 PM today....

Paphos mayor alleges ETEK negligence in SAPA fallout

Paphos mayor alleges ETEK negligence in SAPA fallout

Fresh revelations have emerged in the ongoing SAPA scandal following intense scrutiny in the Parliamentary Committee on Institutions....

''It will make the invisible, visible''

''It will make the invisible, visible''

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Thursday that a bill granting same-sex couples equal rights in marriage would make their families ''visible.''...

The controversy over the ''homophobic'' school video and societal issues

The controversy over the ''homophobic'' school video and societal issues

In Cyprus, a heated debate has ensued over a school video labeled as homophobic. Despite the Minister of Education asserting no wrongdoing, tensions escalated on social media and in Parliament...

Flavors of Life: Culinary journey to battle childhood cancer

Flavors of Life: Culinary journey to battle childhood cancer

Reserve your spots for the Culinary Journey ‘Flavors of Life’ and enjoy an unforgettable culinary event while actively supporting the fight against childhood cancer!...

Ultrasound sparks sperm speed boost for IVF success

Ultrasound sparks sperm speed boost for IVF success

A recent study conducted by researchers from Monash University in Melbourne suggests that sluggish sperm could be encouraged to swim faster......

Goldsmith shop in Paphos targeted in bold break-in

Goldsmith shop in Paphos targeted in bold break-in

Early Thursday morning, a break-in occurred at a goldsmith shop in Paphos, with the perpetrators making off with the valuables in suitcases before fleeing the scene. ...

Cyprus confirms extensive gas find in 'Cronos-2' project

Cyprus confirms extensive gas find in 'Cronos-2' project

The Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry announced the successful completion of the assessment drilling operations for "Cronos-2" within Block 6 of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of the Republic of Cyprus....

Cyprus faces €40M setback in smart meter implementation

Cyprus faces €40M setback in smart meter implementation

A €40 million allocation from the Recovery and Resilience Fund, earmarked for the purchase and installation of smart meters, is in jeopardy due to tight timetables....

Cyprus's 2024 holiday calendar unveiled

Cyprus's 2024 holiday calendar unveiled

In 2024, Cyprus sets the stage for refreshing respites and cherished moments of reflection as holidays align with weekdays, creating numerous extended weekends throughout the year....

Cyprus' 3.7% greenhouse gas increase stands out in EU

Cyprus' 3.7% greenhouse gas increase stands out in EU

In the third quarter of 2023, greenhouse gas emissions through economic activity had increased by 3.7% in Cyprus and decreased by 7.1%......

PwC Cyprus goes 100% renewable, sets green example

PwC Cyprus goes 100% renewable, sets green example

PwC Cyprus issued an announcement today, revealing that it has achieved a significant milestone in its quest for zero emissions. The electricity powering its operations in Nicosia and Limassol is now sourced entirely from renewable sources. ...

Cyprus harvests success at Fruit Logistica 2024 in Berlin

Cyprus harvests success at Fruit Logistica 2024 in Berlin

The Cyprus Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, along with the Cyprus Trade Centre in Berlin, made a significant impact at the "Fruit Logistica 2024" international fresh produce trade show in Berlin from February 7 to 9....

Stray dogs get shelter and hope in chilly Troodos (images)

Stray dogs get shelter and hope in chilly Troodos (images)

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, Action for Animals, under the leadership of Anthi Mousouris, a member of the Green Party Cyprus, ...

Akamas biodiversity under threat, EU commission acts

Akamas biodiversity under threat, EU commission acts

The European Parliament's Petitions Committee (PETI) remains vigilant regarding complaints about EU environmental legislation in Cyprus's Akamas region, following a recent debate in Brussels. ...

The sloppiness of our 'Big Brother'

The sloppiness of our 'Big Brother'

The Cypriot's life is filled with cameras: pocket cameras worth 1,000 euros that also take phone calls, home cameras warding off unwanted visitors, and now cameras on the main arteries of the road network. ...

Paphos: 27-year-old arrested for uploading child pornography files

Paphos: 27-year-old arrested for uploading child pornography files

Following a tip-off from EUROPOL, the Cybercrime Branch acted swiftly, leading to the arrest of a 27-year-old individual for the alleged upload of eight files of child pornography on the internet....

Cyprus development expenditure: 2023 surpasses €1B

Cyprus development expenditure: 2023 surpasses €1B

The realization of state budget development expenditure in 2023 reached 72% compared to 70% in 2022 and the average of 69% over the last decade, according to a Treasury report released on Wednesday....

Department faces 2,000 backlogged refugee applications due to understaffing

Department faces 2,000 backlogged refugee applications due to understaffing

In February 2024, the Service for the Care and Rehabilitation of Displaced Persons (YMAPE) revealed a backlog of 2,000 pending applications, citing understaffing issues. ...

''Expected tougher questions from Tucker Carlson,'' says Putin

''Expected tougher questions from Tucker Carlson,'' says Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed gratitude towards right-wing US television host Tucker Carlson for their recent interview but voiced surprise over the absence of ''sharp questions'' during the discussion. ...

British MPs push 'Free Occupied Cyprus' campaign

British MPs push 'Free Occupied Cyprus' campaign

The intricate semiotics behind the synchronized messages conveyed by British MPs during their visit to the Occupied Territories, coinciding with a British tabloid's reference to Varosha in connection with King Charles......

Russian tourists warned against Turkish-occupied Cyprus trips

Russian tourists warned against Turkish-occupied Cyprus trips

Vice-President of the Alliance of Tourist Agents of Russia, Aleksan Mkrtchyan, has warned Russian tourists to avoid trips to Turkish occupied Cyprus....

Fog and sporadic showers across inland areas

Fog and sporadic showers across inland areas

Residents across the region are experiencing shifts in weather patterns as a low-pressure system continues to exert its influence....

At least 50 homes damaged by tornado

At least 50 homes damaged by tornado

The crews of the Municipality of Germasogeia, the Provincial Administration, and the Civil Defence have been recording the damage caused by the devastating tornadoes since dawn. ...

Skip the roses, go for the gyro bouquet instead

Skip the roses, go for the gyro bouquet instead

In a culinary twist that has captured the hearts and appetites of romantics in Heraklion, Crete, one souvlaki restaurant has taken Valentine's Day celebrations to delicious new heights with a savory creation: the Pita Gyro Bouquet....

Sarkozy sentenced to one year in jail for illegal campaign financing

Sarkozy sentenced to one year in jail for illegal campaign financing

The Paris appeals court found former French President Nicolas Sarkozy guilty of illegal campaign financing for his failed 2012 re-election bid. The lower court's previous ruling was confirmed....

Kasselakis vows to end MP immunity

Kasselakis vows to end MP immunity

Stefanos Kasselakis, the leader of the main opposition SYRIZA, has pledged to abolish the immunity of MPs from prosecution if his party comes into power. ...

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