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19 February, 2025
 

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Cyprus Environmental Dept backs Latchi development despite irregularities

Cyprus Environmental Dept backs Latchi development despite irregularities

A controversial tourist development in Latchi, Paphos, is facing increasing scrutiny as both the Paphos Provincial Municipality and the Environment Department become involved in a growing legal and environmental dispute. ...

Bizarre paramilitary group in Cyprus under investigation

Bizarre paramilitary group in Cyprus under investigation

A strange and alarming case has emerged in Cyprus, where authorities are investigating a shadowy group that claims to operate under its own legal and military codes, disregarding the authority of the state....

USAID shutdown leaves Cyprus-based employees in uncertainty

USAID shutdown leaves Cyprus-based employees in uncertainty

The Trump administration’s abrupt decision to shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has left many of its global employees, including those stationed in Cyprus, in limbo....

Hold onto your hats—It’s a blustery day!

Hold onto your hats—It’s a blustery day!

Hey, weather watchers! Today’s forecast is bringing a bit of drama—think strong winds, chilly temps, and even some mountain snow!...

The future of STEAM: Amplifying girls’ voices and inspiring change

The future of STEAM: Amplifying girls’ voices and inspiring change

A landmark event celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in STEAM is set to take place on Saturday, 15 February 2025, at the University of Cyprus, titled "Empowered Futures: Celebrating Girls and Women in STEAM"....

Christodoulides to visit US in April to boost Cyprus investments

Christodoulides to visit US in April to boost Cyprus investments

President Nicos Christodoulides’ upcoming official visit to the United States in April is focused on strengthening Cyprus’ ties with the US and attracting investments, part of a broader government strategy. ...

Cyprus improves corruption ranking, but challenges remain

Cyprus improves corruption ranking, but challenges remain

Cyprus has made progress in its fight against corruption, according to Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)....

Modernist landmark in Nicosia faces demolition

Modernist landmark in Nicosia faces demolition

The demolition of yet another modernist landmark in Cyprus has reignited concerns over the preservation of the island’s architectural heritage. ...

Severe storms devastate occupied Karpasia

Severe storms devastate occupied Karpasia

Heavy rain and hailstorms wreaked havoc across several occupied villages in Karpasia, causing significant damage to homes, outbuildings, and paddocks in Yialousa, Agios Andronicos, Agia Triada, and Melanagra....

Women in Cyprus inch toward equality in science

Women in Cyprus inch toward equality in science

The number of women working in science across the European Union has been on the rise....

The fight for dignity: New proposal seeks to end hate speech against the elderly and disabled

The fight for dignity: New proposal seeks to end hate speech against the elderly and disabled

Cyprus Parliament is considering a proposal to criminalize hate speech and incitement to violence against individuals based on age or disability....

Chemical castration proposed for child rapists in new law

Chemical castration proposed for child rapists in new law

A proposed law currently under development aims to protect children from rapists and address lenient sentencing by introducing chemical castration for convicted individuals as a condition for release from prison....

Audit office wants big changes to land program for low-income families

Audit office wants big changes to land program for low-income families

The Audit Office has called for a major revision of the Land Allocation Plan for low-income families....

Finance Minister doubts future of Cyprus-Greece interconnector project

Finance Minister doubts future of Cyprus-Greece interconnector project

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said on Tuesday that he is not particularly optimistic about the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) electricity interconnection project with Greece, especially while there are still serious political obstacles posed by Turkey....

DiCarlo’s visit to Cyprus paves the way for Geneva Conference on Cyprus issue

DiCarlo’s visit to Cyprus paves the way for Geneva Conference on Cyprus issue

The two-day visit of UN Assistant Secretary-General for Political and Peacekeeping Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo, marked a significant step in the UN’s efforts to organize an international conference on the Cyprus issue, set to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, ...

DiCarlo meets Christodoulides, pushes forward on Cyprus talks

DiCarlo meets Christodoulides, pushes forward on Cyprus talks

UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacekeeping Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo, has wrapped up her visit to Cyprus and is continuing her regional contacts, with stops in Athens today and Ankara on Thursday....

Cyprus weather: A ''winter'' that Europe would envy

Cyprus weather: A ''winter'' that Europe would envy

While the rest of Europe battles icy winds, sub-zero temperatures, and a constant existential crisis over whether to wear three layers or four, Cyprus is doing its own version of winter—mild, moody, and just dramatic enough to remind us it's still February....

Shortcomings in Cyprus citizenship and immigration processes

Shortcomings in Cyprus citizenship and immigration processes

A recent audit of the Department of Population and Immigration (DPI) has revealed significant delays in the processing of citizenship applications, particularly those based on marriage to a Cypriot citizen....

Say cheese, not conflict: Ministry pushes for Halloumi consensus

Say cheese, not conflict: Ministry pushes for Halloumi consensus

The Ministry of Agriculture has emphasized that issues surrounding PDO Halloumi can be resolved through dialogue and transparency....

Lost and found: 104-year-old Greek turtle spotted in Alexandria

Lost and found: 104-year-old Greek turtle spotted in Alexandria

A 'missing' sea turtle from Greece, aged 104, was recently spotted off the coast of Alexandria by Egyptian authorities....

Freedom Holding Corp. reports 57% surge in Q3 revenue, hits $9 billion market cap milestone

Freedom Holding Corp. reports 57% surge in Q3 revenue, hits $9 billion market cap milestone

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC), the parent company of Freedom24, has announced two significant milestones: strong third quarter results for fiscal year 2025 and a record market capitalisation of $9 billion....

Drifting 17 kilometers nonstop on ice: A GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the Taycan

Drifting 17 kilometers nonstop on ice: A GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the Taycan

A few days ago, the Porsche Experience team in Lapland set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the longest continuous vehicle drift on ice by an electric vehicle: ...

COSMOS Insurance envisions ''an angelic world'' for its new campaign

COSMOS Insurance envisions ''an angelic world'' for its new campaign

How often have you wished to live in a world where unexpected events, accidents, problems, and bad moments were nonexistent? In other words, an angelic world?...

EU's renewable energy progress in transport outpaces Cyprus

EU's renewable energy progress in transport outpaces Cyprus

According to recent data from Eurostat, the EU saw an increase in the share of renewable energy in transport in 2023 compared to 2022, while Cyprus's share remained largely unchanged....

Cypriot Karate athletes triumph in both male and female categories

Cypriot Karate athletes triumph in both male and female categories

Cypriot karatekas Loizos Vasiliou and Anna Michaelidou have made their country proud with impressive performances at the European Karate Championships held in Poland....

Removal of dangerous chemicals from Astrasol begun

Removal of dangerous chemicals from Astrasol begun

The removal of hazardous chemical waste from inside the Astrasol factory in Latsia began yesterday....

Bomb threats target schools across Cyprus, police launch investigation

Bomb threats target schools across Cyprus, police launch investigation

Schools across Cyprus were placed on high alert Tuesday morning after receiving threatening messages about bomb threats, prompting an immediate police response. ...

Snow in The Netherlands, football in snowy Kyperounta, and a Royal visit on the horizon

Snow in The Netherlands, football in snowy Kyperounta, and a Royal visit on the horizon

Yours truly is currently in the Netherlands, covering the upcoming state visit of the King and Queen of Denmark to Cyprus in early March....

No relief in sight as electricity prices to remain high until 2027

No relief in sight as electricity prices to remain high until 2027

Electricity prices in Cyprus are expected to remain elevated for the next two years, according to the chairman of the EAC....

'Patriots for Europe' cry ''Make Europe great again'' at rally

'Patriots for Europe' cry ''Make Europe great again'' at rally

In Madrid, far-right leaders from across Europe gathered to rally against the European Union and endorse shared goals inspired by President Trump’s influence....

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