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751. Court rules against doctor in assault case

A doctor accused of indecently assaulting a woman during a medical examination in August 2020 has been sentenced to four months in prison...

752. Supreme Court clears Trump for 2024 ballots despite Capitol riots role

The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a pivotal decision on Monday, stating that former President Donald Trump cannot be barred from 2024 ballots due to his role in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack...

753. Shriners hospitals bring orthopaedic expertise to Cyprus

A team from Shriners Hospitals for Children has arrived in Cyprus to perform surgical interventions and examinations on children with orthopaedic conditions. ...

754. Albania reopens Soviet-era air base amid Russian threat

NATO member Albania, which has no fighter jets of its own, opened a rebuilt Soviet-era air base to serve NATO aircraft on Monday amid an increased threat from Russia, Prime Minister Edi Rama said....

755. UNFICYP celebrates 60 years of service in Cyprus

UNFICYP marks 60 years in the service of peace in Cyprus. On 4 March 1964, the United Nations Security Council mandated the establishment of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP). ...

756. Atmospheric shifts paint a picture-perfect weekend

A gentle shift in atmospheric pressure is poised to grace the region, heralding a gradual dispersal of dust particles from the air, with occasional upticks in concentration expected to dissipate by Sunday....

757. Trial begins for Turkish Cypriot lawyer in property usurpation case

The legal proceedings involving Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kıursat, accused of usurping Greek Cypriot property, continued today at the Nicosia District Court....

758. Cyprus farmers deserve fair treatment in green shift

The green transition is necessary, but in order for it to be fair and efficient, the reduction of farmers' incomes must be compensated with appropriate funding, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou......

759. European Parliament honors Navalny amidst food inflation

The European Parliament will commemorate the life of Russian activist Alexei Navalny, featuring an address by his wife, Yulia Navalnaya, in its plenary session this week in Strasbourg......

760. Arizona, CY exhibition to unveil Cyprus-America connections

Art Seen Gallery in Nicosia is thrilled to present "Arizona, CY," a captivating solo exhibition by Nicos Philippou and Marilena Zackheos. The exhibition, curated by Maria Stathi, will run from March 1st to April 4th, 2024....

761. Clouds expected to increase, winds shift

Today's weather will be mainly sunny, however, locally increased cloudiness will gradually be observed. At times, there will be increased high clouds....

762. Greek government to sell its stake in Piraeus Bank, anticipates high demand

Greece will proceed with the complete divestment of the state from Piraeus Bank with the disposition of the 27% it controls through the Hellenic Financial Stability Fund (HFSF)....

763. Cyprus firm on expanding Russia sanctions

During the discussion at the European Union's Foreign Affairs Council (FAC) held in Brussels on Monday, Cyprus took a clear stance on the issue of EU sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, which marks two years in two days. ...

764. High demand for electric vehicle subsidies as applications surge

In response to the subsidy schemes for electric vehicles, the Road Transport Department reports significant interest since the application process began on Saturday....

765. Italian President heads to Cyprus after 50 years

President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, will pay a state visit to Cyprus on Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 February, Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said Tuesday during a press briefing. ...

766. Fire damages two cars outside home in Limassol

Limassol faced a tense situation on Monday night (19/02) as flames consumed two parked vehicles outside a residential property, prompting a rapid response from local police and firefighters....

767. Minister Kombos to support 13th Russian sanctions package

Cyprus supports the 13th package of sanctions against Russia, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said during the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on Monday....

768. Tension erupts in court during trial for Ypsona double murder

The trial concerning the double murder that occurred on June 29 outside a bar in Ipsona, claiming the lives of 44-year-old Mario Onisiforou and 51-year-old Michael Michael,...

769. Navalny's widow accuses Putin of poisoning

Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, asserted in a social media video on Monday that her husband was poisoned with Novichok, ...

770. Police step up checks on bus drivers in EU campaign

Cyprus police take part in a European campaign in the context of which they will step up checks on lorry and bus drivers during a week of awareness and enforcement from Monday 19 February 2024 to Sunday 25 February 2024....

771. Clouds roll in with chance of showers

Today, Monday, expect initially clear skies gradually transitioning to partly cloudy conditions with isolated showers, primarily in mountainous and southern regions. ...

772. Stormy conditions persist, snow possible in Troodos

The Meteorology Department issued a yellow warning for strong storms yesterday, effective until 7:00 PM today....

773. Cyprus's 2024 holiday calendar unveiled

In 2024, Cyprus sets the stage for refreshing respites and cherished moments of reflection as holidays align with weekdays, creating numerous extended weekends throughout the year....

774. Cyprus unveils striking logo for 20th EU anniversary

A logo which marks the 20th anniversary since Cyprus joined the EU was unveiled on Monday evening in the presence of Germany’s President during a state banquet at the Presidential Palace....

775. Lebanon rejects immediate return of migrants from Cyprus

776. Why do employees say 'no' to promotions? Insights from a global study

A significant question arises in modern workplaces: why would an employee decline a promotion when they are entirely content with their current role?...

777. Fatal shooting at Greek shipping company leaves four dead

Four people died during a shooting incident at a Greek shipping company in the southern Athens suburb of Glyfada on Monday, according to reports....

778. German President's Cyprus visit marks new diplomatic era

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier begins contacts on Monday as part of his state visit to Cyprus between 11-13 February at the invitation of the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides....

779. Traffic surveillance expands in Larnaca and Limassol (camera locations)

On Monday, eight new photo-recognition cameras commenced operations in selected locations within the Larnaca and Limassol districts, part of an expanding traffic violation monitoring system. ...

780. Turkish Cypriot lawyer released on bail pending trial

Akan Kürşat, a Turkish Cypriot lawyer extradited by Italian authorities on charges of usurping Greek Cypriot property in the occupied territories, has been released on conditions pending his case hearing on February 29 at 10:30 am....