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1231. Museum curator sacked for selling priceless artifacts on Ebay

A member of staff who was allegedly stealing priceless items from the British Museum was named to bosses three years ago - after they went up for sale on eBay....

1232. Poland's big parade shows readiness

Poland held its largest military parade in decades on Tuesday, in a flex of defensive muscle that comes as tensions rise on the border between the NATO nation and key Russian ally Belarus....

1233. Cabinet to decide on flexible working in Cyprus public sector

The Council of Ministers is poised to make a decision regarding proposed flexible working arrangements in the public sector this August, according to Maria Kleanthous, First Officer and Head of the Human Resources Management and Labour Relations Section of the Department of Public Administration and Personnel. The move comes as part of the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan, with a target completion date set for the close of 2024....

1234. Cyprus coast clear for water activities

Cyprus coastal regions can look forward to a delightful stretch of weather, thanks to a seasonal low-pressure system and warm air-mass currently in place. ...

1235. Top restaurants to celebrate August 15th in style

As summer reaches its peak, locals and visitors in Nicosia are gearing up for a memorable August 15th celebration. While many might head to the coast or countryside for the occasion, others are finding exciting ways to enjoy the holiday in the city....

1236. MFA probes reports of RoC land sale for planned marina

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus is investigating reports about the transfer of plots of land belonging to the Republic of Cyprus to the so-called Ministry of Finance in the occupied areas, following a decision of the illegal regime's cabinet to construct a marina in Varosha....

1237. Havana Calling: Cuban Night at Le Sundeck Robuchon

This August 15th, prepare yourselves for a celebration out of the ordinary with the sounds and taste of the Caribbean. Le Sundeck Robuchon, the lounge bar in the heart of the commercial zone of Ayia Napa Marina, is getting ready for another magical music evening and on Tuesday, August 15th, it will take you on an express trip to Cuba! ...

1238. The triumphs, challenges, and unity in the mountains of Limassol

The specter of the formidable Arakapa fire reawakened as an eight-and-a-half-square-kilometer blaze surged through Mountain Limassol. ...

1239. ''We stopped the fire just 150 meters from the village''

Throughout the night, residents of Apsiou and Iasias communities bravely stayed put, defying evacuation orders, and joined forces with the Forestry Department and Fire Department to battle the flames that were inching dangerously close to their homes....

1240. Migrants transported back to Lebanon from Cyprus

A total of 36 people who arrived in Cyprus by boat yesterday were transported back to Lebanon today by the Police, from where they had set off to reach Cyprus....

1241. Is Poland upset with Ukraine?

The eastern flank of the European Union — particularly Poland — continues to play a crucial role in helping Ukraine fight against Russia’s invasion. A recent diplomatic squabble over grain imports, compounded by historical issues, puts the once-stable footing at risk....

1242. Ahoy Ayia Napa! Rhapsody of the Seas unleashes 3,000 tourists

Cruise ship Rhapsody of the Seas, of the Royal Caribbean group, with 3,000 people onboard docked on Thursday in Ayia Napa Marina on the southeast coast of the island....

1243. First woman chairperson for INTERMEPA

The International Marine Environment Protection Association INTERMEPA announced the election of Semiramis Paliou as its first woman Chairperson on Wednesday. ...

1244. NYU expedition uncovers remarkable archaeological finds on Geronisos Island

The Department of Antiquities announced on Wednesday the impressive findings brought to light by the New York University archaeological dig on Geronisos Island, in the area of Agios Georgios of Pegeia. ...

1245. Should you sell your family business?

A common response from family business owners when asked the above question is, "Let them make an offer, and we'll see."...

1246. Fuel companies announce significant price hikes

Looking at the average prices across Cyprus, we found that the average price of unleaded 95 petrol increased yesterday afternoon, Tuesday, compared to the morning, and now stands at 1.5 euros per liter....

1247. Interior Minister says barbed wire plan 'impractical and politically risky'

In a recent statement, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou deemed the idea of placing barbed wire along the Green Line to handle migrant flows as practically impossible and politically dangerous. ...

1248. Fuel prices on the rise in Cyprus

The prices of fuel in Cyprus are continuously increasing, putting a financial burden on many Cypriot citizens. Last week, the Representative of the Pan-Cyprian Consumer Association, Marios Drousiotis, estimated that there will be another increase of 2-3 cents in prices within days....

1249. CEO of Hellenic Bank placed on leave

The Hellenic Bank's CEO, Oliver Gatzke, has been placed on mandatory leave with full pay after informing the bank of his decision to terminate his employment contract, effective from July 22, 2024, when the contract was due to expire....

1250. Vafeades announces affordable bus service from GSP stadium in a month

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades addressed the traffic problem, stating that the solution does not lie in building more roads, but rather in reducing the number of cars on the existing roads....

1251. Cyprus elections: End of a political era?

The Intermediate parties are facing survival problems, introspection, and doubts, despite being part of the coalition government....

1252. Countdown to 2024 Paris Olympics

Official invitations have been sent out to participating countries as France counts down the days until the 2024 Paris Olympics....

1253. Immigrants found in Cape Greco

The Police proceeded with the arrest of two individuals in connection with the arrival of a boat that was spotted sailing off Cape Greco's coastal area on Monday evening, carrying 26 irregular immigrants...

1254. Closure after 5 decades: Former pastor charged with murder

An 83-year-old former pastor has been charged with the kidnapping and murder of a neighboring pastor’s daughter in 1975, Pennsylvania officials announced Monday....

1255. Ηead & Hand: Akamantis by artist Kyriaki Costa

1256. UK Cinemas thrive with Barbie and Oppenheimer

Vue International has said it had the biggest weekend for UK cinema ticket sales in four years following the release of Barbie and Oppenheimer....

1257. Sweden proposes tighter immigration law

The Swedish government is proposing to tighten the immigration requirements for family members of foreign residents residing in the country....

1258. Primetel assures unchanged services amidst administration

Primetel continues to own the rights to Omonia Nicosia and AEK Athens, as before, Primetel manager Marios Kallias clarified while speaking to K. As he said, nothing changes, not only for TV rights but for all issues and all services that the company provides....

1259. Russian warning sparks Black Sea grain export tensions

Russia warned that from Thursday any ships traveling to Ukraine's Black Sea ports will be seen as possibly carrying military cargoes after Ukraine said it was setting up a temporary shipping route to try and continue its grain exports....

1260. Religious treasures rescued from Occupied Territory

Meet the "Super Patriot" who refuses to hear a word about coexistence with Turkish Cypriots or a federal solution....