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15 January, 2025
 

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A little extra for everyone as pensions get a new year's boost

A little extra for everyone as pensions get a new year's boost

The Council of Ministers has approved an increase in pensions from the Social Insurance Fund (TKA) starting in January 2025....

Twelve dead, including two children, after bar fight in Montenegro turns tragic

Twelve dead, including two children, after bar fight in Montenegro turns tragic

A gunman in Cetinje, Montenegro, killed 12 people, including two children, following a violent altercation at a bar, according to authorities....

A clean bill of health for Paphos' food packaging industry

A clean bill of health for Paphos' food packaging industry

A total of 600 inspections were conducted by the Paphos Municipal Health Service as part of preventive measures during the festive period, with only three establishments requiring observations, according to the Head of the Service, Christos Christou....

Transformative projects to redefine the capital

Transformative projects to redefine the capital

The heart of Cyprus is beating stronger as Nicosia’s mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, unveiled a series of exciting projects that promise to transform the city....

Legendary Olympian and Holocaust survivor Ágnes Keleti passes away at 103

Legendary Olympian and Holocaust survivor Ágnes Keleti passes away at 103

Born Ágnes Klein on January 9, 1921, in Budapest, she began her gymnastics training at the age of 4 and became the Hungarian National Champion by 16....

Greek and Turkish Cypriot experts unite to combat island-wide plant diseases

Greek and Turkish Cypriot experts unite to combat island-wide plant diseases

Greek and Turkish Cypriot experts are working together to stop the spread of harmful plant diseases that are affecting crops across the whole island. ...

Nicosia’s first regional dog shelter set to open in 2025

Nicosia’s first regional dog shelter set to open in 2025

After years of delays and shifting timelines, Nicosia’s first regional dog shelter is expected to secure licensing and begin operations in the first half of 2025, according to Antonia Theodosiou, Commissioner for Environment and Animal Welfare....

Attempted murder charges loom over flare incident at football match

Attempted murder charges loom over flare incident at football match

What started as an ordinary football game between AEL and Apollon in Limassol quickly turned into a dramatic and dangerous incident, leaving one policeman injured and the AEL indoor stadium vandalized....

From cats to cable cars: Holiday highlights with a dose of sass

From cats to cable cars: Holiday highlights with a dose of sass

Two holiday snapshots stood out among the many posted during the festive season. In one, former President Nicos Anastasiades proudly poses with the ever-smiling Elias Psinakis....

Driver fined €30,000 for deliberately hitting dog near Thessaloniki

Driver fined €30,000 for deliberately hitting dog near Thessaloniki

In a shocking incident near Thessaloniki, Greece, a 28-year-old man was arrested in Halkidona for intentionally swerving his car to hit a dog. The cruel act left the animal injured and sparked widespread outrage....

Police bust alleged residence permit scam in Cyprus

Police bust alleged residence permit scam in Cyprus

It started quietly, as most investigations do. Whispers of a network helping foreign domestic workers obtain fake residence permits reached the Crime Prevention Department (CPS)....

Rising dam levels bring hope after months of drought

Rising dam levels bring hope after months of drought

The recent rains, storms, and snowfall across Cyprus have brought a welcome relief after years of drought and dry reservoirs. As we step into the new year, there’s cautious optimism that the country can avoid the looming threat of desertification this summer....

Turkey’s ''Blue Homeland 2025'' sends ripples across troubled waters

Turkey’s ''Blue Homeland 2025'' sends ripples across troubled waters

Turkey is gearing up for its annual naval exercise, “Blue Homeland 2025,” a massive military display set to unfold across the Aegean, Mediterranean, and Black Sea regions from January 7 to 16....

Hollywood star Rudy Youngblood fights deportation from Greece (update)

Hollywood star Rudy Youngblood fights deportation from Greece (update)

Hollywood star Rudy Youngblood, best known for his lead role in Mel Gibson’s Apocalypto, is facing deportation from Greece after his visa expired in November 2024....

Calm skies today, but clouds are ready to stir things up!

Calm skies today, but clouds are ready to stir things up!

Looks like high pressure is keeping things steady today, but weak low pressure is sneaking in starting tomorrow. So, enjoy the calm before the (very mild) storm!...

Cyprus Police raise funds for Hope For Children

Cyprus Police raise funds for Hope For Children

On Thursday, members of the Vulnerable Persons Investigation Unit (ΥΔΥΕΠ) donated €1,427 to Hope for Children, an organization that supports children in need....

Looking to spend a night out in Larnaca? Check out Wiz Guide!

Looking to spend a night out in Larnaca? Check out Wiz Guide!

Looking to try something new but don't know where to look?...

When does the renewal of traffic permits start?

When does the renewal of traffic permits start?

The process of renewing vehicle registration permits for the year 2025 starts in a few days via the Department of Road Transport's website....

Ferrari welcomes Lewis Hamilton

Ferrari welcomes Lewis Hamilton

The ''marriage'' of the century in Formula 1 is now a reality....

Overcome with emotion, Ukrainian soldiers reunite  with families (VIDEO)

Overcome with emotion, Ukrainian soldiers reunite with families (VIDEO)

Tears flowed as Ukrainian families embraced their loved ones after a prisoner exchange with Russia on Monday, December 30....

Palestinian Authority shuts down Al Jazeera in West Bank amid controversy

Palestinian Authority shuts down Al Jazeera in West Bank amid controversy

In a move sparking controversy and widespread criticism, the Palestinian Authority (PA) has suspended Al Jazeera's operations in the occupied West Bank. ...

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Belgium becomes first EU country to ban disposable e-cigarettes

Belgium has made history as the first country in the European Union to ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes (vapes), a move aimed at reducing nicotine addiction among young people and protecting the environment....

China rolls into the future with AI patrol bots

China rolls into the future with AI patrol bots

Picture this: a sleek, autonomous spherical robot cruising down city streets or splashing through puddles at 22 mph, on the hunt for potential wrongdoers....

More spending in Cyprus, but prices are rising

More spending in Cyprus, but prices are rising

Cyprus is seeing more people shopping and spending money, but higher prices are still affecting the cost of living. New data shows that in November 2024, both the amount of goods sold and the money spent in retail stores went up compared to last year....

Assad poisoned in alleged assassination attempt

Assad poisoned in alleged assassination attempt

In a shocking turn of events, former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad is reported to have been poisoned in what may have been an assassination attempt....

€410,000 up for grabs in Haji-Ioannou’s 15th bi-communal business awards

€410,000 up for grabs in Haji-Ioannou’s 15th bi-communal business awards

For the 15th year in a row, Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou is once again giving back to both Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot entrepreneurs through the Stelios Bi-Communal Business Cooperation Awards. ...

Two arrested after attempted murder in Agia Fyla

Two arrested after attempted murder in Agia Fyla

25-year-old man and his 20-year-old partner were placed under eight-day detention this morning in connection with the attempted murder of a 39-year-old man in Agia Fyla on Monday night....

US-Cyprus partnership deepens with USS Indiana visit (pics)

US-Cyprus partnership deepens with USS Indiana visit (pics)

The relationship between the United States and Cyprus is becoming stronger as both countries work together more closely, especially in defense and security. ...

How 22 billion pounds per year of coffee waste could save the environment

How 22 billion pounds per year of coffee waste could save the environment

What if your daily cup of coffee did more than fuel your morning? What if it also helped build stronger, greener cities? ...

2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year. ...

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