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02 October, 2024
 

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AMVER Awards – Saving Lives at Sea

AMVER Awards – Saving Lives at Sea

The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia and the Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC), in cooperation also with the Cyprus Marine Environment Protection Association (CYMEPA) and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), co-organized a ceremony in Limassol on November 30 to recognize shipping companies participating in the U.S. Coast Guard's AMVER program....

IDF strikes Gaza targets after ceasefire breach by Hamas

IDF strikes Gaza targets after ceasefire breach by Hamas

Israel's military swiftly resumed operations in Gaza, accusing Hamas of violating the seven-day truce....

Nicosia takes measures as status quo violation escalates in Agios Dometios

Nicosia takes measures as status quo violation escalates in Agios Dometios

What began last Monday, inside the buffer zone in Agios Dometios with the installation of a camera in an abandoned house, continued on Wednesday with the presence of Turkish military forces....

Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling residential properties as well as a shop in various areas of Cyprus such as Larnaca, Paphos, Nicosia and Famagusta....

FBI takes center stage in ''Cyprus Confidential'' investigation

FBI takes center stage in ''Cyprus Confidential'' investigation

In a significant development, a specialized FBI team is set to land in Cyprus shortly, marking a collaboration with local authorities in investigating Cyprus Confidential....

Anastasiades under investigation for alleged firearm ownership abuses

Anastasiades under investigation for alleged firearm ownership abuses

In a surprising turn of events, former President Nicos Anastasiades is facing scrutiny over the possession of two firearms that allegedly belong to the Republic of Cyprus....

Nicosia school bus engulfed in flames

Nicosia school bus engulfed in flames

A harrowing incident unfolded on Friday morning (01/12) in Aglantzia as a school bus carrying students became engulfed in flames near the Filoxenia Conference Centre, prompting a rapid deployment of fire and police services....

Frosty mountains and coastal warmth

Frosty mountains and coastal warmth

Buckle up for a thrilling journey through the heavens as today unveils a mesmerizing spectacle of mainly clear conditions adorned with occasional local clouds....

Cyprus faces surging fox population

Cyprus faces surging fox population

The fox population in Cyprus is increasing this year with its presence being felt both in the countryside and in the city centers....

Citizen pays 500 euros fine in coins at Limassol court

Citizen pays 500 euros fine in coins at Limassol court

In an extraordinary turn of events at the Limassol Court on Tuesday morning, a routine fine payment took an unexpected and unconventional route, leaving court officials and onlookers in disbelief....

What motivated the hanging of a pig's head at Israeli NGO director's door?

What motivated the hanging of a pig's head at Israeli NGO director's door?

In a shocking turn of events, Friendship Circle Cyprus, an Israeli NGO, has brought forth serious allegations of intimidation against members of the Jewish Community in Cyprus....

EU unveils historic regulations to safeguard dog and cat welfare

EU unveils historic regulations to safeguard dog and cat welfare

Stella Kyriakides, EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, has unveiled groundbreaking regulations aimed at safeguarding the welfare of dogs and cats across the European Union. This marks the first time such comprehensive rules have been proposed within the EU....

Dengue fever cases in Cyprus came from abroad

Dengue fever cases in Cyprus came from abroad

Sporadic dengue fever cases have been recorded in Cyprus, Director of Medical and Public Health Services, Dr. Elizabeth Constantinou, told CNA on Thursday, noting that primary infection within the Republic of Cyprus seems to have never occurred....

Denmark declares epidemic as mycoplasma pneumoniae surges

Denmark declares epidemic as mycoplasma pneumoniae surges

Danish health officials have officially declared an epidemic due to a surge in cases caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae, the same bacteria linked to a recent outbreak in China. ...

€6M fund faces scrutiny in migrant returns

€6M fund faces scrutiny in migrant returns

A recent evaluation conducted by the Audit Office sheds light on the challenges faced by the Police in detecting and repatriating irregular migrants and asylum seekers....

Kissinger and us

Kissinger and us

Henry Alfred Kissinger (1923-2023) undeniably stood as one of the leading figures in American foreign policy and diplomacy....

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Larnaca without leaving your seat!

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Larnaca without leaving your seat!

In an exciting leap for travel enthusiasts, VirtualLarnakaRegion.com is breaking new ground, offering a whimsical virtual tour of Larnaca, Cyprus' most enchanting locales....

Elon Musk raises disturbing questions about OpenAI's internal strife

Elon Musk raises disturbing questions about OpenAI's internal strife

In a recent interview at the Dealbook Summit, Elon Musk shared his concerns about the sudden departure and return of Sam Altman at OpenAI, a company Musk co-founded. ...

Astronauts capture striking views of Tiangong space station before earth return

Astronauts capture striking views of Tiangong space station before earth return

In a historic moment, China's Shenzhou 16 mission bid farewell to the Tiangong Space Station, offering a unique glimpse of the entire structure through high-definition imagery. The departure marked the first comprehensive imaging of Tiangong since its orbital arrival....

Audit service alleges illegal use and abuse of power in transporting president's children

Audit service alleges illegal use and abuse of power in transporting president's children

After intense controversy surrounding the draft announcement on the allowances and benefits of the President, the Presidential Palace is once again under scrutiny by the Audit Service. ...

Renewable energy hits 17.2%, eyes soaring heights in 2023

Renewable energy hits 17.2%, eyes soaring heights in 2023

The share of energy consumption from renewable energy resources (RES) in 2022 has reached 17.2% in Cyprus and is expected to increase further in 2023 and in the following years, according to the annual report of the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (CERA) for 2022 presented on Wednesday to the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides....

Cyprus-U.S. relations soar to historic highs as President pledges economic cooperation

Cyprus-U.S. relations soar to historic highs as President pledges economic cooperation

President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized the government's commitment to strengthening economic ties, trade, and investment with the United States during the AmCHAM Cyprus Thanksgiving Gala Dinner in Nicosia. ...

Humanitarian aid to Gaza ready to be shipped

Humanitarian aid to Gaza ready to be shipped

The initial consignment of humanitarian assistance destined for the civilian population in Gaza has reached Cyprus, facilitated through the established sea corridor initiated by the Republic of Cyprus, as confirmed by a government official to CNA....

New police app set to crack down on unpaid traffic fines

New police app set to crack down on unpaid traffic fines

In an upcoming move, a police app designed to pinpoint drivers reported by traffic cameras for unpaid fines is set to launch....

Developer's double plea amidst partially frozen road project in Akamas

Developer's double plea amidst partially frozen road project in Akamas

None of those who attended the meeting of the Environment Committee left any wiser about what is happening in the projects that have been carried out in recent months for the first phase of improvement of part of the road network of the Akamas National Forest Park....

Explosions rock Nicosia nightlife, authorities on high alert

Explosions rock Nicosia nightlife, authorities on high alert

Law enforcement authorities in Nicosia are on high alert following a series of explosions targeting a well-known nightclub and café. ...

Ministry fails to convene meeting on halloumi issue since October

Ministry fails to convene meeting on halloumi issue since October

Since the end of October, there has been a lack of action from the Ministry of Agriculture regarding the halloumi issue, despite assurances given during a parliamentary meeting. ...

81 hostages released, 180 prisoners freed in Israel-Hamas deal

81 hostages released, 180 prisoners freed in Israel-Hamas deal

In the latest turn of the Israel-Hamas conflict, twelve more hostages were released by Hamas, adding to the intricate dynamics of the ongoing ceasefire....

Henry Kissinger, influential diplomat, passes away at 100

Henry Kissinger, influential diplomat, passes away at 100

Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, the diplomat with the thick glasses and gravelly voice, passed away at the age of 100, according to his consulting firm. Known for dominating U.S. foreign policy during the Vietnam War and fostering relations with China, Kissinger's legacy is marked by both acclaim and criticism....

Weather shifts from cloudy to clear with a touch of frost

Weather shifts from cloudy to clear with a touch of frost

In the latest forecast, a weak high-pressure system is influencing the region, bringing about a mix of weather conditions. Today, expect predominantly cloudy skies, with winds shifting from northeast to southeast and eventually west to northwest....

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