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04 October, 2024
 

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bbf: The second phase of repair and renovation work continues at the Berengaria Hotel in Prodromos

bbf: The second phase of repair and renovation work continues at the Berengaria Hotel in Prodromos

The anticipated development of Cyprus’ most historic mountain resort, once called the ''Jewel of Prodromos,'' the Berengaria Hotel, is now in the second phase of emergency repair and renovation work by the well-known residential and commercial developer, bbf: which undertook the mission of the ambitious project to restore the legendary Berengaria Hotel....

TechIsland Awards: The highly anticipated awards ceremony of the tech sector

TechIsland Awards: The highly anticipated awards ceremony of the tech sector

The winners of the first ceremony in 7 categories...

Four accused of brutalizing child freelance dealer

Four accused of brutalizing child freelance dealer

"They treated me worse than an animal," said the young man who was beaten, burnt, and forced to snort cocaine by drug traffickers....

Cyprus building permits dip 7.4%

Cyprus building permits dip 7.4%

Building permits issued in Cyprus in the first half of 2023 dropped by an annual 7.4%, with the value of the permits rising by 16.5% and the total area by 3.0%, data released by the Statistical Service of Cyprus show....

Did you make the list? 2022-2023 scholarships announced

Did you make the list? 2022-2023 scholarships announced

The Cyprus State Scholarship Foundation's Board of Directors is excited to announce that on September 6, 2023, they released the names of individuals who have been awarded scholarships for graduate and postgraduate studies in both Cyprus and abroad for the 2022-2023 academic year. ...

Unmasking Jack Straw's biased agenda in Cyprus problem

Unmasking Jack Straw's biased agenda in Cyprus problem

In an article published in Politico, former British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw suggested dividing Cyprus. He argues that Britain, which guarantees the independence and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cyprus, cannot achieve a two-state solution on its own. ...

King Charles III pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on first anniversary of her passing

King Charles III pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on first anniversary of her passing

The King has remembered his late mother's "devoted service" and "all she meant" to the country on the first anniversary of her death....

Jack Straw's 'two-states' plea for Cyprus sparks fury and accusations

Jack Straw's 'two-states' plea for Cyprus sparks fury and accusations

The National Federation of Cypriots in the UK has dismissed an article penned by the British former Foreign Secretary Jack Straw in support of “two states” in Cyprus as “lacking substance and disregarding historical reality, international law and UK Treaty obligations to Cyprus.”...

Rainy days ahead

Rainy days ahead

The Meteorological Service has just released its latest forecast, and it seems like we're in for some weather excitement in the coming days....

AstroBank: agricultural and residential land up for sale

AstroBank: agricultural and residential land up for sale

AstroBank has listed agricultural and residential land in Nicosia, Larnaca, Famagusta and Paphos for sale at bargain prices....

payabl. backs fastest growing tech event in Cyprus

payabl. backs fastest growing tech event in Cyprus

payabl. announced as the Platinum Partner for Reflect Festival 2023...

Cyprus universities under fire for failing to denounce extremist violence

Cyprus universities under fire for failing to denounce extremist violence

After the troubling events in Chlorakas and Limassol, where right-wing extremists carried out violent acts, have you heard any teachers' unions speak out against these incidents?...

From 'Yes' to 'No' in the Annan plan saga

From 'Yes' to 'No' in the Annan plan saga

When we talk about the Annan Plan, we're not just referring to another proposal that was presented to us and rejected....

Appalling lack of accessibility revealed at Nicosia bus stop

Appalling lack of accessibility revealed at Nicosia bus stop

Disturbing images have surfaced, shedding light on the dire condition of a bus stop in Nicosia, where an elderly disabled individual was found waiting in distress....

Cyclone's fury claims 31 lives in Brazil

Cyclone's fury claims 31 lives in Brazil

Flooding from a cyclone in southern Brazil washed away houses, trapped motorists in vehicles and swamped streets in several cities, killing at least 31 people and leaving 2,300 homeless, authorities said Wednesday....

Dairy leader Alambra unveils €10 million eco-friendly milk facility

Dairy leader Alambra unveils €10 million eco-friendly milk facility

On Tuesday, September 5th, the grand opening of the new Alambra fresh milk factory took place....

Jack Straw's call for two-state solution in Cyprus

Jack Straw's call for two-state solution in Cyprus

Former UK Foreign Secretary Jack Straw has offered a proposal to resolve the long-standing conflict between the Greek Cypriot Republic of Cyprus and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC)....

New EU card to make travel easier for people with disabilities

New EU card to make travel easier for people with disabilities

The European Commission has unveiled a legislative proposal aimed at improving access to free movement for individuals with disabilities within the European Union....

Greece grapples with deadly floods amidst storm 'Daniel' (Video)

Greece grapples with deadly floods amidst storm 'Daniel' (Video)

Central Greece faces a dire situation as heavy rains from Storm Daniel have led to severe flooding in multiple areas. According to a report by Greek Reporter, the village of Palamas has been transformed into a massive lake,...

EU Commission's roadmap for seamless social security services

EU Commission's roadmap for seamless social security services

European Commission has proposed concrete steps to further digitalise the coordination of social security systems in Europe, in a dedicated Communication....

New bus lane opens, but where are the passengers?

New bus lane opens, but where are the passengers?

In recent days, there has been a lot of talk about the increased traffic at the entrance of Nicosia. Many people think this is because of the new bus lane that started operating on September 4th....

'History's Footnote': A satirical saga of new Cyprus

'History's Footnote': A satirical saga of new Cyprus

Theatre director Paris Erotokritou and graphic designer Demetris Soteriou have joined forces to create a satirical novella titled "History's Footnote: A Brief History of New Cyprus."...

Limassol riot sparks outrage as 13 suspects face scrutiny

Limassol riot sparks outrage as 13 suspects face scrutiny

In the wake of racially charged riots that roiled the coastal city of Limassol last week, significant developments in the legal proceedings have underscored the gravity of the situation....

Cash-only trend grows amid rising inflation in occupied territories

Cash-only trend grows amid rising inflation in occupied territories

The prevalence of merchants and shopkeepers unwilling to accept credit cards is on the rise in the occupied territories, warns columnist Jenq Mutluyakali in a Yeni Dusen article....

Chlorakas Council concerned over young jihadists infiltrating Paphos

Chlorakas Council concerned over young jihadists infiltrating Paphos

In a recent letter addressed to the chairman and members of the House Standing Committee on Internal Affairs, the Chlorakas Community Council voiced concerns about the alleged influx of young jihadists in the Pafos area....

President promises air conditioning for all schools in three years

President promises air conditioning for all schools in three years

In a visit to Acropolis High School to mark the beginning of the new school year, President Nicos Christodoulides pledged that within the next three years, air conditioning would be installed in all school facilities....

Apartment sales in Nicosia dominate in Q2

Apartment sales in Nicosia dominate in Q2

In the second quarter of this year, Nicosia's property market showed a significant preference for apartments, offering insights into future housing trends, according to Ask Wire data....

'Hackney Diamonds': Rolling Stones unveil 1st album in 18 years

'Hackney Diamonds': Rolling Stones unveil 1st album in 18 years

The Rolling Stones are back with their first original music album in 18 years, titled "Hackney Diamonds." This announcement comes after the passing of drummer Charlie Watts, who contributed to two tracks on the album. ...

56-year-old faces court for allegedly killing dog

56-year-old faces court for allegedly killing dog

A 56-year-old man was let out on parole after being accused of killing a dog with a trap....

ERC's €628M investment sparks scientific renaissance among young scholars

ERC's €628M investment sparks scientific renaissance among young scholars

The European Research Council (ERC) has announced today the winners of the latest round of its Starting Grants....

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