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Police arrest 21 people in Chlorakas

Police arrest 21 people in Chlorakas

The police responded on Monday night (28/08) to a group of people gathered in the Chlorakas area, holding bats and crowbars, causing incidents for the second night in a row....

Australian expats' generous donation enhances Makarios Hospital's pediatric clinic

Australian expats' generous donation enhances Makarios Hospital's pediatric clinic

The Australian Hellenic Medical Charity and the Cypriot community of Adelaide donated equipment worth €50,000 for the needs of the pediatric clinic of the Makarios Hospital, during a ceremony that took place on Monday afternoon at the Presidential Palace....

Identity of gunman in Florida racial attack revealed

Identity of gunman in Florida racial attack revealed

A gunman who shot dead three black people in a "racially motivated" attack in Florida has been named....

China's $10 trillion hidden debt

China's $10 trillion hidden debt

For some time now, markets have been buffeted almost on a daily basis by gloomy economic news filtering out of China....

AI's evolution highlighted at Digital Agenda

AI's evolution highlighted at Digital Agenda

Artificial Intelligence (AI), the technological advancement that now impacts every aspect of human daily life, is a major theme at this year's Digital Agenda conference. ...

Can sexual education truly safeguard Cyprus youth?

Can sexual education truly safeguard Cyprus youth?

With a small yet significant change in our education system, the new school year is commencing....

Clouds, showers, and clear spells

Clouds, showers, and clear spells

In the upcoming days, the island will experience a mix of weather conditions, as a seasonal low-pressure system prevails in the region....

Violent clash shakes Chloraka community

Violent clash shakes Chloraka community

Serious incidents unfolded on Sunday night (27/8) in Chloraka, leading to the arrest of four individuals by the Police. Among them were two Greek Cypriots and two immigrants, ...

Have the recent events in Pyla affected the town's residents?

Have the recent events in Pyla affected the town's residents?

Last week's events at Pyla, involving an attack by Turkish Cypriots and settlers on personnel and vehicles of UNFICYP, in relation to the construction of the Pyla road and the occupied village of Arsous in Larnaca,...

Tymbou airport sees 40% surge in flights and passengers

Tymbou airport sees 40% surge in flights and passengers

Flights to and from the unauthorized Tymbou airport between January and May 2023 witnessed a remarkable 40% surge....

Government offers 50% aid for homeownership in old Nicosia

Government offers 50% aid for homeownership in old Nicosia

The Ministry of Interior has announced the ongoing opportunity to apply for the Nicosia Within Walls City Housing Regeneration Scheme. ...

UN conveys its commitment to Tatar for a Cyprus resolution

UN conveys its commitment to Tatar for a Cyprus resolution

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' continued commitment to the Cyprus problem was conveyed to Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar by UN Assistant Secretary-General Miroslav Yetzia....

Cyprus Airways records a 70% surge in passenger numbers

Cyprus Airways records a 70% surge in passenger numbers

Cyprus Airways announced on Monday that in July 2023 it carried 77,656 passengers, which is 70% more passengers than carried during July 2022....

Vigilante militias detain migrants in Evros: New video emerges

Vigilante militias detain migrants in Evros: New video emerges

A recently surfaced video depicts four migrants allegedly apprehended by vigilante "militias" in the Evros region, now circulating across online platforms....

Greeks fight on amidst devastating wildfires

Greeks fight on amidst devastating wildfires

Greek authorities reinforced firefighting forces in the northeastern part of the country Monday, where a massive deadly wildfire was burning for a 10th day with no signs of abating....

AP's groundbreaking AI guidelines for newsrooms

AP's groundbreaking AI guidelines for newsrooms

The Associated Press (AP) has taken a step toward incorporating generative artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT into its operations. ...

Leonid Radvinsky: The mastermind behind OnlyFans

Leonid Radvinsky: The mastermind behind OnlyFans

The profits of the OnlyFans platform have seen a remarkable surge over the past year, and recent revelations of its owner pocketing over $300 million (€278 million) in dividends have sparked fresh inquiries into the leader behind this adult content platform....

UN diplomat visits Cyprus amidst buffer zone tensions

UN diplomat visits Cyprus amidst buffer zone tensions

The President of the Republic, Mr. Nicos Christodoulides, held a meeting with the UN Assistant Secretary-General for Europe, Central Asia, and Africa, Mr. Miroslav Jenča, at the Presidential Palace today. ...

Decayed body found in Kato Paphos

Decayed body found in Kato Paphos

On Monday, a grim discovery unfolded in the coastal city of Kato Paphos as local law enforcement announced the finding of a deceased man within the confines of an apartment, according to a report on Philenews. ...

Fuel prices surge once again. Diesel up 5 cents, unleaded 95 rises 3 cents

Fuel prices surge once again. Diesel up 5 cents, unleaded 95 rises 3 cents

As August draws to a close, fuel prices are on the rise yet again, signalling increased costs at the pump. The Pancyprian Consumer Protection Association reports that one oil company has already implemented price hikes, with others expected to follow suit in the coming days....

Buffer zone tensions and Cyprus problem scenarios

Buffer zone tensions and Cyprus problem scenarios

After the incident in the buffer zone at the Gate, the National Security Council in Turkey convened. This was its first meeting after Erdogan's reelection. ...

Controversy surrounds Pyla project and UN response

Controversy surrounds Pyla project and UN response

The leader of the Turkish Cypriot community, Ersin Tatar, welcomed the new head of the General Staff of Turkey, General Metin Gkiourakos, at the "presidential" office....

Food costs soar, greens up 25.3%, fish dip by 15%

Food costs soar, greens up 25.3%, fish dip by 15%

Increases were noted in 32 out of 45 categories of essential consumer products in the Consumer Product Price Monitor for July 2023, according to the Consumer Protection Service....

Woman charged with animal cruelty for abandoning dog at airport

Woman charged with animal cruelty for abandoning dog at airport

A woman abandoned her dog at a Pennsylvania airport before flying to a resort, officials say....

Paphos grants Honorary Citizenship to Senator Menendez

Paphos grants Honorary Citizenship to Senator Menendez

In a distinguished ceremony held on August 25, 2023, at the grandeur of Paphos Town Hall, the Municipality of Paphos conferred the title of honorary citizen upon esteemed US Senator Robert Menendez....

Turkish ship carried stolen Ukrainian grain

Turkish ship carried stolen Ukrainian grain

The Turkish vessel known as the "Sword Lion" has found itself in a holding pattern at the bustling Iskenderun port, its anticipated unloading of a unique cargo - Ukrainian grain of questionable origins - temporarily postponed....

Cloudy morning, thunderstorms later

Cloudy morning, thunderstorms later

Isolated rain showers and sporadic thunderstorms are anticipated today, marking the weather forecast for Monday, August 28th....

Septemberfest Nicosia beer fun festival returns

Septemberfest Nicosia beer fun festival returns

The highly anticipated Septemberfest Nicosia Beer Fun Festival is gearing up for its 12th consecutive edition, presented by DISPLAY ART PLC. Running from September 1st to September 7th, 2023, the festival promises a week-long extravaganza of music, camaraderie, and of course, a wide array of beers. ...

Is the Harz forest home to a wolf man?

Is the Harz forest home to a wolf man?

Blurry photos of an unkempt man carrying a “spear” in a German forest have stoked speculation that legends of a “wolf man” stalking the woods of the Harz region are true. ...

EU approves first vaccine for infant respiratory protection

EU approves first vaccine for infant respiratory protection

The Committee approved Abrysvo, the first vaccine protecting older adults and infants up to six months old from the respiratory illness caused by the RSV virus....

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