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29 September, 2024
 

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Senator Menendez convicted on bribery charges

Senator Menendez convicted on bribery charges

Democratic Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey has been convicted on multiple counts of bribery following a nine-week trial, a verdict that could potentially send him to prison for years. ...

Cyprus marks 50 years since 1974 invasion

Cyprus marks 50 years since 1974 invasion

This year marks fifty years since the 1974 coup and Turkish invasion, events that profoundly shaped modern Cyprus. ...

Yellow heat warning issued for today

Yellow heat warning issued for today

The meteorology department has issued a yellow warning for high temperatures, effective from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. today. We're expecting the interior to reach a scorching 41 degrees Celsius....

Public works enforces €100,000 fine for Nicosia ring road delay

Public works enforces €100,000 fine for Nicosia ring road delay

The Public Works Department has activated a contract clause imposing penalties on Cyfield Construction Ltd. for delays in the completion of the first phase of the Nicosia Ring Road....

President promises better sports support in Cyprus

President promises better sports support in Cyprus

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides acknowledged on Tuesday evening that the state has not done enough for the sports and culture sectors over the years, pledging that decisions will be taken to set up the infrastructure for Cypriot athletes....

Higher than normal temps to persist through mid August

Higher than normal temps to persist through mid August

Higher than normal temperatures and heatwave episodes are expected for the rest of July until almost the mid of August, according to the Cyprus Department of Meteorology and the Climate Watch of the German Meteorological Service (DWD) for the eastern Mediterranean region....

Cyprus will build a naval base in Mari with Greek support

Cyprus will build a naval base in Mari with Greek support

The Minister of Defense, Vasilis Palmas, confirmed reports regarding the construction of a naval base in Mari, during an interview on SPOR FM 95’s ''Diaspora News.''...

Skinny Fox bids adieu to Nicosia's dining scene

Skinny Fox bids adieu to Nicosia's dining scene

Skinny Fox, a celebrated dining destination in Nicosia known for its gourmet dishes and warm ambiance, has announced it will permanently close its doors early next month, bidding farewell to its loyal patrons and culinary community....

Maronites' land claims challenged in occupied territories

Maronites' land claims challenged in occupied territories

In a recent commentary published by Belgin Demirel in Avrupa, concerns have been raised regarding property rights of Maronites in Northern Cyprus....

Are we in a real estate bubble?

Are we in a real estate bubble?

The real estate market has been steadily rising since 2015, marking the ninth consecutive year of growth in the sector. However, this broad trend has not been without fluctuations, particularly influenced by the economic disruptions of the pandemic era. Monthly analyses of transaction numbers and volumes from this platform illustrate these ups and downs....

Trajkovic and Koulitsenko lead Cyprus as flag bearers at Paris Olympics

Trajkovic and Koulitsenko lead Cyprus as flag bearers at Paris Olympics

The world gears up for Olympic-level excitement as the grand event of global athletics unfolds in Paris, France, from July 26 to August 11....

Polis Chrysochous plans industrial zone, €141M investment

Polis Chrysochous plans industrial zone, €141M investment

The municipality of Polis Chrysochous is set to undergo a transformative development phase with planned projects totaling €141 million over the coming years, as announced by Mayor Yiotos Papachristofis. ...

Copenhagen's new plan for tourists, 'Have fun, save the planet, earn rewards!'

Copenhagen's new plan for tourists, 'Have fun, save the planet, earn rewards!'

Copenhagen is turning tourism on its head with a cool new idea: rewarding visitors who go green! Instead of getting mad at tourists for causing problems, the city's tourism agency, Wonderful Copenhagen, wants to give them perks for making eco-friendly choices....

EU Commission boycotts Hungarian presidency

EU Commission boycotts Hungarian presidency

In a bold and unprecedented move, the European Commission announced today its decision to ''boycott'' the six-month Hungarian presidency of the Council of the European Union. This action is a direct response to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's controversial visits to Moscow and Beijing....

US and Israel fund far-right groups blocking Gaza aid

US and Israel fund far-right groups blocking Gaza aid

Under U.S. pressure, Israel has pledged to deliver substantial humanitarian aid to Gaza....

Roberta Metsola clinches re-election as European Parliament President

Roberta Metsola clinches re-election as European Parliament President

Roberta Metsola has been re-elected as President of the European Parliament for its 10th parliamentary term, securing 562 votes in the first round of voting....

Brewed to go! The Bean Bar truck brings vibrant coffee vibes on wheels.

Brewed to go! The Bean Bar truck brings vibrant coffee vibes on wheels.

Get ready to fuel your day with a splash of excitement as Bean Bar unveils its latest innovation—a mobile coffee bar that's sure to turn heads! The Bean Bar Truck, the 13th addition to the beloved chain, ...

ADMIE pushes for new ruling on power cable costs

ADMIE pushes for new ruling on power cable costs

Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) of Greece presented new data to the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (RAEK) on Monday, regarding......

Yet another delay in Nicosia perimeter road triggers daily penalties for CyField

Yet another delay in Nicosia perimeter road triggers daily penalties for CyField

CyField, the company responsible for constructing Nicosia's perimeter motorway, is bein genalized €5,500 as of today, July 16. The Transport Minister, Alexis Vafeadis, confirmed this development during an interview with SPOR FM 95.00's ''Diaspora News.''...

Supreme Court to decide Auditor General's future by August

Supreme Court to decide Auditor General's future by August

At the forefront of the judicial process in the Supreme Constitutional Court is the case involving the potential dismissal of Auditor General Odysseas Michaelides due to alleged misconduct....

Wizz Air celebrates 8M passengers milestone at Larnaca airport

Wizz Air celebrates 8M passengers milestone at Larnaca airport

Wizz Air, the most sustainable airline globally*, is delighted to announce a significant milestone at Larnaka International Airport, with the airline reaching 8 million passengers traveling to and from Larnaka International Airport since commencing operations in Cyprus....

Cyprus and Greece commit to Eastern Med security

Cyprus and Greece commit to Eastern Med security

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stressed the joint commitment of Cyprus and Greece to make every possible effort to maintain peace, security, stability and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean......

Elon Musk commits $45M monthly to boost Trump's election bid

Elon Musk commits $45M monthly to boost Trump's election bid

Elon Musk intends to contribute $45 million per month to a Super PAC aimed at supporting Donald Trump's electoral campaign, starting from July, as reported by the Wall Street Journal....

Cyprus seeks EU support to keep youth in countryside

Cyprus seeks EU support to keep youth in countryside

Cyprus is seeking support from the European Union in its efforts to bring about the demographic regeneration of its rural areas, Minister for Agriculture Maria Panayiotou......

Cyprus records hottest June ever

Cyprus records hottest June ever

Temperatures recorded in Cyprus this June were extremely high, both the daily maximum and daily minimum temperatures as well as the average daily temperatures. ...

Legal challenges mount over Vasilikos Terminal abandonment

Legal challenges mount over Vasilikos Terminal abandonment

Cyprus is preparing for significant changes in its energy sector following the formal termination of the contract between the Natural Gas Infrastructure......

Trump chooses JD Vance as Vice President for 2024

Trump chooses JD Vance as Vice President for 2024

Donald Trump announced Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his vice-presidential running mate on Monday, marking the start of the Republican National Convention....

Sunny start with afternoon showers possible

Sunny start with afternoon showers possible

Cyprus is set for a mix of clear skies and some scattered showers today. ...

Body found in Tenerife may be missing teen Jay Slater

Body found in Tenerife may be missing teen Jay Slater

The body of a man believed to be British tourist Jay Slater has been discovered on the Spanish island of Tenerife, nearly a month after his disappearance....

Ukrainian startups build low-cost robot army to combat Russia

Ukrainian startups build low-cost robot army to combat Russia

Facing manpower shortages, overwhelming odds, and uneven international assistance, Ukraine is looking to an unlikely source for a strategic edge against......

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