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03 October, 2024
 

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Cyprus-Israel flight surge in response to current events

Cyprus-Israel flight surge in response to current events

In response to the evolving situation in Israel, over 15 flights are set to depart from Larnaca airport to Tel Aviv today, primarily operated by Israeli airlines. ...

Turkish Cypriot buyer sets sights on Varosha's transformation

Turkish Cypriot buyer sets sights on Varosha's transformation

The Turkish Cypriot (T/C) buyer of hotels in the fenced area of Famagusta is set to accept renovation offers for the properties within the next six weeks, as reported by the T/C newspaper Yeni Bakis. ...

Cyprus issues travel advisory for Israel

Cyprus issues travel advisory for Israel

Cyprus, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, issued a travel advisory on Sunday, urging its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Israel, Gaza, and certain areas in the West Bank, including Nablus and Jenin, which also encompasses East Jerusalem. ...

Biden sends fleet to Mediterranean as Israeli-Gaza conflict intensifies

Biden sends fleet to Mediterranean as Israeli-Gaza conflict intensifies

For the second consecutive day, Israeli forces found themselves engaged in intense street fighting with Hamas gunmen in southern Israel as they prepared for a ground invasion of the Gaza Strip. ...

Angels Pet Cemetery redefines pet farewell in Cyprus

Angels Pet Cemetery redefines pet farewell in Cyprus

Angelos Petevinos, a devoted pet owner, found himself in a heart-wrenching situation a few years ago when his beloved dog, Sushi, fell seriously ill....

 No customary warning ongoing IDF-Hamas clash

No customary warning ongoing IDF-Hamas clash

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continue their fierce battle against Hamas in the southern region of Israel, with military spokesperson Lt. Col. Richard Hecht confirming the prolonged conflict more than 48 hours after a surprise attack by the Palestinian militant group. ...

Showers and thunderstorms expected

Showers and thunderstorms expected

Cyprus is preparing for isolated showers and the possibility of thunderstorms on Monday (09/10), primarily in the northern regions, mountainous areas, and the interior, according to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Service....

Cyprus Airways notes the developing situation in Israel

Cyprus Airways notes the developing situation in Israel

Cyprus Airways notes the developing situation in Israel. As always we prioritize  the safety of passengers and crews above everything. ...

Deadly mirage for birds with over 1,000 fatal collisions in a single day

Deadly mirage for birds with over 1,000 fatal collisions in a single day

In a grim escalation of tensions, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have accused Hamas of taking "hostages and prisoners of war," according to Brig. Gen. Daniel Hagari, the IDF spokesperson....

Netanyahu: 'We are at war'

Netanyahu: 'We are at war'

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has reached a critical juncture with a major escalation in violence. Palestinian militants in Gaza fired an astounding 2,200 rockets into Israel, accompanied by armed infiltrations into Israeli territory by land, sea, and air....

Emirates introduces biometric passport-free travel

Emirates introduces biometric passport-free travel

We all know that there are loads of perks when it comes to travelling with Emirates — from luxe amenities kits to a variety of food choices and earning Skywards....

World's dogs considering vegan diet for a greener planet

World's dogs considering vegan diet for a greener planet

If all the world’s dogs went vegan it would save more greenhouse gas emissions than those produced by the UK, according to research advocating the environmental benefits of plant-based pets....

Nicosia's walled city receives €220 million makeover

Nicosia's walled city receives €220 million makeover

Over the last 12 years the investment to revitalize the walled city reached 220 million euros in total, Nicosia Mayor, Constantinos Yiorkadjis said on Friday, noting that during this period, projects worth 100 million euros have been completed in the historic centre, while 50 million euros worth of projects are underway....

China's plans to outshine NASA in orbit

China's plans to outshine NASA in orbit

China plans to expand its space station to six modules from three in coming years, offering astronauts from other nations an alternative platform for near-Earth missions as the NASA-led International Space Station (ISS) nears the end of its lifespan....

Do consumers embrace e-kalathi shopping?

Do consumers embrace e-kalathi shopping?

The Consumer Protection Department, in partnership with research firm IMR, recently conducted a telephone survey aimed at gauging general consumer sentiments and assessing awareness of the e-kalathi initiative....

Cyprus politicians' perks and pensions - excessive or fair?

Cyprus politicians' perks and pensions - excessive or fair?

The political landscape in Cyprus is abuzz once again, as opposition parties seize yet another opportunity to level criticism at President Christodoulides. ...

241,695 in speeding and multitasking violations behind the wheel

241,695 in speeding and multitasking violations behind the wheel

Traffic Police cameras have logged a staggering 241,695 offenses since the implementation of the photo-recording system, spanning from January 1, 2022, to August 30, 2023....

Nicosia's first autism homes opened by Voice for Autism

Nicosia's first autism homes opened by Voice for Autism

In a momentous occasion on October 2, 2023, the NGO Voice for Autism proudly inaugurated two groundbreaking group homes in Lakatamia, Nicosia....

Alleged sexual harassment case involving teacher shakes Limassol high school

Alleged sexual harassment case involving teacher shakes Limassol high school

Authorities in Limassol are grappling with a concerning complaint involving the alleged sexual harassment of a female student by a teacher at a local high school....

President will not waive pension

President will not waive pension

Speaking on state radio regarding pensions and simultaneous salary payments to high-ranking state officials, Mr. Letymbiotis stated that no one can renounce their pension....

Ancient mysteries unearthed on Cyprus' northern coastline

Ancient mysteries unearthed on Cyprus' northern coastline

In the vicinity of the occupied village of Davlos, specifically at the location of Vikli (Galounia), an astonishing geological formation has captivated attention. This formation comprises a sequence of alternating layers of clay, marl, sandstone, limestone, and other rocks....

Tempo Cyprus Ltd at the Cyprus Cocktail Festival 2023

Tempo Cyprus Ltd at the Cyprus Cocktail Festival 2023

The 4th Cyprus Cocktail Festival, an integral part of the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, is delighted to announce the participation of Tempo Cyprus Ltd as one of the primary suppliers for the event. ...

Poles and Greeks: Europe's thriftiest tourists

Poles and Greeks: Europe's thriftiest tourists

Poles are the most tight-fisted tourists in Europe, spending around €185 per person in other countries while visiting for tourism purposes, totalling up to €7.2 billion in 2022....

Prada's cosmic couture - Luxury designer to create fashion-forward space suits

Prada's cosmic couture - Luxury designer to create fashion-forward space suits

Nasa astronauts will be flying in style, with luxury fashion designer Prada helping design space suits for the 2025 Moon mission....

Cyprus' public transport gets a facelift as massive infrastructure upgrade underway

Cyprus' public transport gets a facelift as massive infrastructure upgrade underway

In a significant development, a new contract signed at the Ministry of Transport on Thursday outlines extensive improvements to Cyprus' public transportation infrastructure....

Cyprus cracks down on illegal labor as Limassol raids yield arrests

Cyprus cracks down on illegal labor as Limassol raids yield arrests

In a concerted effort to combat illegal employment and unlawful residence, law enforcement authorities took action yesterday....

President addresses EU's future & climate at EUCO summit

President addresses EU's future & climate at EUCO summit

President Christodoulides will participate in Friday’s informal summit of the European Council in Granada, Spain, which will focus on the future of the EU and the external dimension of migration....

Ministry of Education set to confront rising school bullying incidents

Ministry of Education set to confront rising school bullying incidents

The Federation of Parents of Secondary Education anticipates a meeting with the Minister of Education, joined by key stakeholders, to address the growing concern about bullying in schools....

Fake doctors strike again defrauding thousands in euros and jewelry

Fake doctors strike again defrauding thousands in euros and jewelry

In a renewed alert, the police urge the public to stay vigilant following new reports of fraud cases involving individuals falsely posing as doctors....

Prigozhin plane crash victims had 'hand grenade fragments' on board

Prigozhin plane crash victims had 'hand grenade fragments' on board

The bodies of those individuals who died in the August plane crash that killed Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin contained "fragments of hand grenades," according to the Russian Investigative Committee tapped to look into the crash....

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