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1021. AC/DC unveils 'Power Up' European tour

Iconic rock band AC/DC is set to electrify Europe this summer with their highly anticipated POWER UP tour, featuring two nights at Wembley Stadium in England....

1022. US Ambassador confirms F-16 sale approval to Turkey

US Ambassador to Turkey, Jeff Flake, in a post on platform X posted on Sunday, referred to the completion of the process in Congress for the approval of the sale of F-16 aircraft to Turkey....

1023. High dust levels blanket the sky

Cyprus is grappling with a surge in dust concentrations, as reported by the Air Quality Monitoring Network of the Labour Inspection Department. Ground station measurements reveal a notable uptick in airborne particles, prompting health advisories and precautionary measures....

1024. UN-led efforts prompt Britain's Cyprus diplomatic push

Amid the political tremors sparked in Nicosia by Irphan Siddiq's interview with "K" magazine, Britain ventures into the Cyprus conundrum by assembling a robust diplomatic unit at the Foreign Office....

1025. Hamas condemns Israeli strikes, two hostages freed in Rafah operation

At least 37 Palestinians lost their lives in Israeli airstrikes targeting the southern city of Rafah, Gaza health officials reported Tuesday....

1026. Global academics rally against India's Great Nicobar development project

In a fervent plea echoing concerns of humanitarian and environmental repercussions, academics worldwide have implored India to halt a monumental development initiative on Great Nicobar Island....

1027. Cyprus sham marriage ring results in 15 arrests, 21 still wanted

In a significant development, the investigation into the sham marriage ring in Cyprus has expanded, according to Police spokesman Christos Andreou. ...

1028. Government to receive €1.2B for green transition and resilience plan

Cyprus is set to receive a total of 1.2 billion euros from the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP). ...

1029. Fallout from Boeing 737 MAX 9 door panel incident, bolts missing

A door panel detachment from a Boeing 737 MAX 9 jet mid-flight on January 5 has raised significant safety alarms, with a preliminary report from U.S. investigators shedding light on the concerning incident. ...

1030. Porsche unleashes powerhouse Taycan with enhanced performance

Higher, faster, further and coming to Porsche Centres in the spring of 2024....

1031. Cyprus Airways launches direct flights from Larnaca to Brussels

Today marks a milestone for Cyprus Airways as the airline proudly announces the commencement of flights between Larnaca and the vibrant city of Brussels twice a week. ...

1032. Boeing faces setback as 737 Max jets require rework due to mis-drilled holes

Boeing is facing a new setback in the production of its 737 Max jets, as approximately 50 undelivered planes will require rework due to a manufacturing problem. ...

1033. Spain urges Morocco to stem transit asylum claims amidst rising numbers

The Spanish government has formally requested Morocco's cooperation in preventing Senegalese passport holders, lacking a Schengen visa in the past two years, from boarding flights with layovers in Spain until February 19. ...

1034. Man files UN complaint against Spain over border tragedy

A 25-year-old individual from Cameroon, who identified himself under the pseudonym Ludovic, has lodged a complaint with the United Nations against Spain, alleging multiple violations of the convention against torture....

1035. Swiss arrivals set to hit 80,000, says Deputy Minister Koumis

Cyprus Deputy Minister for Tourism Costas Koumis has said that further increase in tourist arrivals from Switzerland is feasible with arrivals from the country in Cyprus estimated at 80,000 this year....

1036. Orange alert brings heavy rain and thunder

Good morning, Cyprus! As the sun rises over our island, let's catch up on the latest weather report....

1037. Iran-backed attack claims lives of three US service members

In a tragic development, three U.S. service members lost their lives, with at least 34 others wounded, in a devastating drone attack orchestrated by Iran-backed militants on U.S. troops stationed in northeastern Jordan, close to the Syrian border....

1038. How accurate were 1924's predictions for 2024?

In the echoes of 1924, visionaries dared to peek into the future, envisioning what life might resemble a century later - in our very own 2024....

1039. Cyprus Airways bolsters fleet with environmentally friendly AIRBUS 220s

In a strategic move aimed at enhancing operational capacity and embracing sustainability, Cyprus Airlines acquired two state-of-the-art AIRBUS 220s in July....

1040. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

1041. Wizz Air soars to new heights with 71% increase in Cypriot passengers

In 2023, Wizz Air experienced a remarkable surge in popularity among Cypriot travelers, with a staggering 71% increase in passengers compared to the previous year, reaching a total of 2.2 million passengers, as announced by the company....

1042. Are British-American airstrikes walking into a strategic snare?

In the latest move against Houthi rebel forces in Yemen, British and American airstrikes aim to neutralize a threat to international shipping in the Red Sea....

1043. US and UK launch fresh strikes against Houthi

The United States and the United Kingdom, along with their allies, launched the eighth round of strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen on Monday, according to a joint statement. ...

1044. Nicosia ranks 17th in European Quality of Life

A recent survey by the European Commission reveals that Nicosia residents are overwhelmingly satisfied with their quality of life, with 86% expressing contentment. ...

1045. Virgin Atlantic flight forced to stop due to missing parts of the wing

A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester to New York faced a last-minute cancellation as a vigilant passenger discovered faulty bolts on the plane's wing. ...

1046. Transport Minister clarifies airbag recalls and responsible parties

Minister of Transport, Mr. Alexis Vafeadis, delves into the complexities surrounding general vehicle recalls, shedding light on the responsibilities tied to European vehicles, imports from third countries, and the role of manufacturers' distributors....

1047. Cyprus backs UN resolution condemning Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping

The Cypriot registry seems to remain unaffected for the time being by the latest developments in the Red Sea......

1048. Antony Blinken stuck in Davos amid plane safety concerns

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was briefly stranded in Davos on Wednesday after his plane experienced a ''critical failure'' related to an oxygen leak and another plane is being flown to Switzerland to pick him up...

1049. Arnold Schwarzenegger detained at Munich Airport over unregistered luxury watch

Arnold Schwarzenegger, the renowned actor and former Governor of California, has encountered a legal hurdle at Munich Airport where he is reportedly being detained and questioned under tax law....

1050. Cyprus rushes €15,200 aid to Armenians displaced by conflict

Cyprus has sent humanitarian aid worth €15,200 to Armenia through the European Civil Protection Mechanism. ...