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07 March, 2025
 

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Athens to celebrate New Year's Eve with silent fireworks for the first time

Athens to celebrate New Year's Eve with silent fireworks for the first time

Athens is introducing a fresh, thoughtful twist to its New Year’s Eve festivities this year with the debut of silent fireworks....

2024: A year that seriously damaged Cyprus’s investment reputation

2024: A year that seriously damaged Cyprus’s investment reputation

2024 will go down in history as a year that seriously damaged Cyprus’s investment reputation, with the collapse of several high-profile state projects....

Troodos blanketed in snow offers a magical escape for the holidays

Troodos blanketed in snow offers a magical escape for the holidays

The magic of Christmas has lingered in the Troodos Mountains, where snowfall that began on Christmas Day has continued to blanket the region in white. As of Sunday, the snow has reached a depth of 15 centimeters, drawing locals and visitors to marvel at the breathtaking winter scenery....

Jimmy Carter, champion of peace and humanity, dies at 100

Jimmy Carter, champion of peace and humanity, dies at 100

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and a tireless advocate for human rights, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, at his home in Plains, Georgia. He was 100....

Weird flex, but OK

Weird flex, but OK

"We did it first" appears to be the government's message, as six months after Cyprus suspended processing asylum applications from Syrians....

A step closer to the Sun: NASA's historic mission (VIDEO)

A step closer to the Sun: NASA's historic mission (VIDEO)

Why should you care about a spacecraft flying to the Sun? The answer is simple: the Sun has a direct impact on the technology we use every day....

Volunteers join forces for clean-up campaign in Paphos

Volunteers join forces for clean-up campaign in Paphos

On Saturday, members of the Paphos Cleanup Community, in collaboration with the Environmental Cultural Club of Chloraka, organized a cleanup campaign on the western side of the Lighthouse....

Early flu outbreak strains Cyprus hospitals

Early flu outbreak strains Cyprus hospitals

The seasonal flu has arrived earlier this year compared to other years, as stated by the Spokesperson of the Organization of State Health Services (OKYPY), Charalambos Charilaou, to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....

Devastating plane crash in South Korea claims 167 lives

Devastating plane crash in South Korea claims 167 lives

In a devastating aviation accident, a Jeju Air passenger plane burst into flames Sunday after skidding off the runway at Muan Airport in South Korea. ...

Video shows handcuffed inmate fatally beaten

Video shows handcuffed inmate fatally beaten

Shocking footage from body-worn cameras shows the violent treatment of Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old inmate, by correctional officers at the Marcy Correctional Facility in New York....

MEPs reach conclusion on the abolition of euthanasia for stray animals

MEPs reach conclusion on the abolition of euthanasia for stray animals

The long-debated issue of the "dog law" in Parliament, which seeks to address numerous concerns of both animal welfare organizations and local authorities, is nearing its conclusion....

Amid war and displacement, Gaza's Christians hold onto faith: 'We’re still here'

Amid war and displacement, Gaza's Christians hold onto faith: 'We’re still here'

In Gaza, where war has ravaged communities, a small but resilient group of Christians has continued to celebrate Christmas, defying the odds and remaining steadfast despite the intense challenges they face....

Europe’s salary showdown

Europe’s salary showdown

Curious about which European countries are paying the best?...

Santa-clad bikers bring holiday joy to Makarios Hospital

Santa-clad bikers bring holiday joy to Makarios Hospital

For the ninth consecutive Christmas Eve, the rumble of engines echoed through the streets of Nicosia, but it wasn’t just another biker parade—it was the Chopper Club Cyprus on a heartfelt mission to spread joy....

ExxonMobil to begin drilling in Cyprus’ EEZ in January 2025

ExxonMobil to begin drilling in Cyprus’ EEZ in January 2025

ExxonMobil’s drilling rig is set to begin operations in Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in mid-January 2025, according to Energy Minister George Papanastasiou. The rig will target the "Electra" site in Block 5, with the drilling process expected to last approximately one month....

Homeownership in Cyprus drops below EU average

Homeownership in Cyprus drops below EU average

In 2023, 68.8% of Cypriots owned their homes, slightly below the EU average of 69.2%, according to Eurostat. Conversely, 31.2% of the population lived in rented housing, just above the EU average of 30.8%....

Pope Francis calls for Cyprus reunification in Christmas message

Pope Francis calls for Cyprus reunification in Christmas message

Pope Francis' recent Christmas message, which included a call for a solution to the longstanding Cyprus issue, has once again highlighted international attention on the divided island and emphasized the need for renewed peace talks....

General strike continues in occupied areas over cost of living reforms

General strike continues in occupied areas over cost of living reforms

The general strike called by 32 unions across both public and private sectors in the occupied territories continues for a second day today, as workers protest proposed amendments to key regulations affecting their livelihoods. ...

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: A Divine Confluence of Faith and Modernity

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: A Divine Confluence of Faith and Modernity

The Maha Kumbh Mela is not merely an event; it is a spiritual phenomenon deeply rooted in India's religious and cultural consciousness....

School registrations just got a whole lot easier in Cyprus

School registrations just got a whole lot easier in Cyprus

As a parent in Cyprus, I can tell you that dealing with school registrations has always felt like a necessary headache....

Was it a bird strike, or did Russian air defences shoot down the jet?

Was it a bird strike, or did Russian air defences shoot down the jet?

A plane crash in Kazakhstan on December 26, 2024, has raised serious questions about the involvement of Russian air defences....

Pizza dispute turns violent in Paphos

Pizza dispute turns violent in Paphos

What began as a disagreement over cold pizza escalated into an alleged assault and property damage in Paphos on Thursday, December 26....

Eurozone growth hopes dim as 2025 looms

Eurozone growth hopes dim as 2025 looms

Just days before the start of 2025, analysts have trimmed expectations for the Eurozone's economic growth. ...

Winter weather woes as ELENA keeps the region on its toes

Winter weather woes as ELENA keeps the region on its toes

The extended barometric system affectionately (or not) named ELENA is still calling the shots, bringing another round of quirky winter weather. ...

17 years on, Panayiotis Netzati’s escape remains an unsolved mystery

17 years on, Panayiotis Netzati’s escape remains an unsolved mystery

It’s been 17 years since Panayiotis Netzati, convicted of one of the most shocking crimes in Cyprus, escaped from the Central Prison on October 14, 2007....

Troodos gets its White Christmas, thanks to ''Elena''

Troodos gets its White Christmas, thanks to ''Elena''

It looks like the holiday classic "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas" got a real-life rendition in Troodos this year, as the mountain region woke up to a snowy wonderland late on Christmas Day. ...

Majority of Cypriots lack faith in government, according to recent survey

Majority of Cypriots lack faith in government, according to recent survey

Cypronetwork, a Cyprus-based market research and consulting firm, has released its latest barometer survey, shedding light on the issues that most concern citizens in Cyprus, public trust in institutions, and electoral behavior....

2025: A year of transition

2025: A year of transition

There is no doubt that 2025 will be a pivotal year for the Cyprus problem as we have historically understood it....

Unveiling the face of Saint Nicholas (pictures)

Unveiling the face of Saint Nicholas (pictures)

Saint Nicholas of Myra, the 4th-century bishop whose acts of kindness inspired the legend of Santa Claus, has been brought back to life—virtually....

The 26-foot snowman crafted from 2,500 wine bottles (pictures)

The 26-foot snowman crafted from 2,500 wine bottles (pictures)

Visitors are flocking to what some call Britain’s most festive pub to marvel at its latest seasonal spectacle—a massive 26-foot snowman crafted from 2,500 empty wine bottles....

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