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121. Volcano eruption in Indonesia leaves 10 dead

A powerful eruption at Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki spewed lava and ash over 6,500 feet into the air just after midnight, killing at least 10 people and destroying homes, including a Catholic convent....

122. Outrage as Iranian student detained after stripping to protest Hijab law

Amnesty International is calling for the immediate release of a university student reportedly detained in Tehran after allegedly protesting Iran’s mandatory hijab laws by stripping to her underwear....

123. Kamala's surprise SNL cameo sparks controversy over equal airtime

It’s nothing new. Presidents and presidential candidates popping up on Saturday Night Live to win over voters. And if you tuned in the other night, you saw Vice President Kamala Harris make a surprise appearance....

124. Spain’s King pelted with eggs amid fury over flood response in Valencia

Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia faced an angry backlash during a visit to the flood-ravaged Valencia region on Monday, where crowds hurled eggs and booed as they met with residents....

125. Spain floods: 205 dead and 50 arrested for looting in Valencia

The death toll from historic flash floods in eastern Spain reached at least 205 people on Friday, with many more believed missing as shock transformed into anger, frustration, and solidarity among survivors....

126. Extra 500 troops deployed to Spain amid ongoing search for flood victims

Spain intensified efforts on Friday to locate dozens still missing after deadly floods claimed 158 lives, with hopes of finding survivors dimming as rescue crews entered a third day of searching....

127. Experts urge creation of Cyprus Digital Development Organization to drive reform

Cyprus has long sought to drive digital reform across various ministries, agencies, and central administration, but these efforts have largely fallen short....

128. Russia slaps Google with astronomical fine over YouTube bans on state media accounts

Google faces an astronomical fine reportedly exceeding two undecillion rubles – a figure followed by 36 zeros – after removing pro-government and state-run accounts from its YouTube platform, Russian state news agency Tass reported....

129. Cyprus plans €10,000 cash limit to fight money laundering

According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, the Cyprus government is considering a new law to cap cash transactions at €10,000 for buying goods and services, aiming to crack down on money laundering. ...

130. Tensions ease in Deneia as Turkish troops, farmers withdraw amid UN monitoring

Turkish soldiers and farmers who had gathered in the buffer zone near Deneia early Wednesday have withdrawn after blocking Greek Cypriot farmers from accessing their fields, according to local authorities. ...

131. Cyprus gains investor confidence as economic reforms and US ties bolster growth

International investors have shown sustained confidence in Cyprus’ economy and business ecosystem, recognizing the country as a stabilizing force in the region......

132. Politico: EU urged to establish spy agency to combat espionage

The European Union needs a dedicated intelligence agency to strengthen defense against espionage and foreign interference, according to a new report from former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, released Wednesday....

133. No immediate ban on fuel cars in Nicosia’s center, Ministry clarifies

Social media buzzed with debate after Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades hinted at a potential ban on conventional-fuel vehicles in parts of Nicosia’s city center....

134. Israel bans UNRWA, restricting key aid services to Palestinian refugees

Israel’s parliament has passed legislation to bar the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within its borders, a move that could drastically impact services for millions of Palestinian refugees living in occupied territories....

135. Cyprus achieves first A-level credit rating in major milestone

Scope Ratings has upgraded Cyprus's credit rating to A- from BBB+, marking the country's first A-level rating from a major credit agency....

136. University of Nicosia Hosts Ceremonial Event for NEOLAiA European University Alliance

137. Can AI get goosebumps?

At this year’s Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, tech enthusiasts and industry leaders gathered to hear from an inspiring speaker: Robbie Stamp, a notable producer and advocate for ethical artificial intelligence....

138. IDF confirms death of Hamas leader Sinwar

Israeli forces announced Thursday night that they had killed Yahya Sinwar, Hamas's Gaza leader and mastermind of the October 7 attack on southern Israel, during a firefight in Rafah, southern Gaza. The operation occurred on Wednesday, though Sinwar’s identity was only confirmed later through DNA testing....

139. Cyprus on high alert after cyberattack threat by hackers

Cyprus state services are closely monitoring developments following a warning of an imminent cyberattack targeting the country's critical infrastructure, although no attack has occurred yet, according to well-informed sources....

140. 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits Eastern Turkey, causing collapses

A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Turkey at 10:46 a.m. today, with its epicenter located in the Kale district of Malatya province. ...

141. Flight cancellations leave Air Haifa struggling for passengers

Air Haifa, a new low-cost airline, completed its inaugural flight on the Tel Aviv-Larnaca route yesterday morning. Upon returning from Larnaca, passengers were surprised to find the flight nearly empty, a rare occurrence during this peak travel season for the Israeli aviation industry....

142. Tatar: Turkey's guarantees are non-negotiable

The mission of Ms. Olguin has concluded. There is no need to appoint a new personal representative for the Secretary-General....

143. Freedom Holding Corp. marks 5th anniversary of Nasdaq IPO with significant growth milestones

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC) is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its IPO on the Nasdaq Capital Market, one of the world’s leading stock exchanges. ...

144. Annual International Meeting of the Contact Committee

The Audit Office of the Republic of Cyprus is organizing the Annual Meeting of the Contact Committee, which it chairs, at the Cap. St. Georges Hotel & Resort in Paphos, on Wednesday and Thursday, October 16 and 17, 2024. ...

145. Morocco’s flooding and Antarctic greening highlight climate crisis

Striking images from the Sahara Desert and the Antarctic Peninsula reveal dramatic changes in two of the world’s most extreme environments, driven by climate change....

146. Over 100 US troops deployed to Israel as war in Gaza escalates

The United States is deploying one of its most advanced missile defense systems, along with approximately 100 troops, to Israel, deepening its involvement in the escalating conflict in the Middle East ahead of an expected Israeli offensive on Iran, according to U.S. media reports. ...

147. ECB cautiously prepares for further rate reductions

The intention of the central bankers on the European Central Bank’s (ECB) Governing Council to proceed with another interest rate cut next week, as inflation data proves favorable, is indirectly but clearly reflected in the minutes of their last meeting, released today....

148. Cyprus elected to UN Human Rights Council for the first time

The Republic of Cyprus' election in the UN Human Rights Council for the period 2025-27 for the first time, is a "great success", Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos told CNA immediately after the results of the vote were announced on Wednesday. ...

149. 2.2 million visitors since Varosha's reopening, Tatar says

Long-term goals for Varosha include the demolition and reconstruction of some buildings, as well as the renovation of others, which would contribute to the economy of the Turkish-occupied north, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar said. ...

150. Cyprus chosen as base for Belgian military operation to rescue nationals from Lebanon

Belgium's federal government is deploying troops to Cyprus on Thursday in preparation for the possible evacuation of Belgian citizens from Lebanon, as tensions rise in the region, Belgian Defense Minister Ludivine Dedonder told Belga news agency....