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61. Greek Cypriot taxi driver arrested for human trafficking

A Greek Cypriot taxi driver was arrested yesterday in the occupied territories for "violating a restricted area of the first degree" and "human trafficking" after two women were found in the trunk of his vehicle....

62. Starbucks’ new rule: No coffee, no entry

Starbucks is set to roll out a new policy requiring customers to make a purchase if they wish to linger in its cafes or use its bathrooms. ...

63. 2024 EU shake-up includes higher Schengen visa fees, stricter border checks, and key new citizenship rules

In 2024, the European Union implemented several significant changes impacting the Schengen Area and EU citizenship rules....

64. 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....

65. Occupied territories grant new 'citizenships' in 2024

The "government" announced today that an additional 133 individuals were granted "citizenship," bringing the total number of citizens to 4,431 for the period from January 1 to December 28, 2024....

66. Asma al-Assad denied UK return for cancer treatment

Asma al-Assad, the wife of fallen Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, is facing a difficult reality in her battle with cancer. ...

67. Miniature therapy horses in Greece bring joy despite struggles

A shy smile spreads across 9-year-old Josifina’s face as she strokes a tiny gray horse....

68. SpaceX lands $843M deal to 'kill' the International Space Station

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has been awarded an $843 million contract to oversee one of NASA’s most ambitious tasks yet: the controlled deorbit and destruction of the International Space Station (ISS). ...

69. Road closures for Quantum Marathon on December 7-8, 2024

The Quantum Nicosia Marathon will take place on Sunday, 8 December 8 2024, with over 4,000 runners participating. ...

70. Cyprus faces Schengen conundrum amid unresolved division

Cyprus remains caught in a political and logistical bind as Bulgaria and Romania prepare to join the Schengen free-movement area on January 1, 2025, according to a report by Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis....

71. Cyprus poised to join U.S. Visa Waiver Program after key final steps

Cyprus is on the verge of joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, with just a few minor issues remaining to be addressed, according to a report by Dorita Yiannakou....

72. GM and Cadillac gear up for Formula 1 debut in 2026

In an exciting development for motorsport fans, General Motors and Cadillac have reached an agreement in principle to enter Formula 1 as an 11th team starting in 2026. ...

73. Paralimni-Deryneia officials shut down abandoned apartment complex

In a bold move to improve living conditions and protect its reputation, the Municipality of Paralimni - Deryneia has shut down a derelict apartment complex that had become a danger to health and safety....

74. Florence cracks down on over tourism in historic city center

As millions of tourists flood Italy’s historic cities, Florence is stepping up efforts to manage the pressures of overtourism. With concerns mounting that the high visitor volume threatens the city’s cultural heritage and livability, ...

75. Theft on the rise, police urge vigilance

Authorities in Cyprus are warning residents to stay vigilant as reports of theft continue to rise, including a recent case involving €10,000 worth of jewelry stolen from a home in the Kofinos area....

76. Coffee Island enters India, sets sights on multinational growth

Coffee Island, the popular Greek coffee chain, is making waves in the global market with its first store opening in India, set for December in New Delhi....

77. Transport Ministry inaugurates new motorway that will ease traffic

According to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou, Cyprus marked a milestone in its transportation network Tuesday with the inauguration of the Nicosia peripheral motorway’s first phase, a project intended to ease congestion, enhance safety, and facilitate trade across the island....

78. The 7th Autumn Festival – Halloween Edition by Inspired Family Fun Returns!

Join us for a weekend of spooktacular fun at My Mall Limassol from October 26 to 28, as we celebrate Halloween in the most magical way! ...

79. Man arrested with guns before Trump rally in California

Authorities in California announced the arrest of a suspect before former President Donald Trump’s rally on Saturday....

80. New flights from Lebanon for UK nationals, with boat routes to Cyprus

More charter flights are expected throughout the day to evacuate British nationals from Lebanon, according to the UK Foreign Office, which described the number of flights as "limited." ...

81. Cyprus reveals ''Crystal Waters'' as Junior Eurovision 2024 entry

Cyprus has unveiled its entry for Junior Eurovision 2024, a song titled "Crystal Waters," performed by 11-year-old Maria Pissarides. The announcement was made by Cyprus' national broadcaster, CyBC....

82. Why Cyprus is not at risk from Iran's ballistic missiles

The recent escalation between Israel and Iran—marked by Tehran’s ballistic missile attack on Israel Tuesday night—and the ongoing conflict in Lebanon have raised concerns for the Republic of Cyprus....

83. Lucky JOKER ticket in Kokkinotrimithia wins €18.6 million jackpot

A single ticket has made one individual extraordinarily wealthy following the 2812th JOKER draw, as they secured a prize of €18,694,681.21. The winning ticket, ...

84. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale two apartment blocks and other residential and agricultural properties in Nicosia Paphos, and Famagusta....

85. A magical night of music in Nicosia's Eleftheria Square

86. Larnaca hosts 2nd Jazz Festival with free entry on Sept. 26-27

The 2nd Jazz Festival will take place on September 26-27 at Zuchouri Square in Larnaca, featuring top artists from the Cypriot and international jazz scenes, curated by Akis Farmakalidis....

87. Eurobank and India collaborate to create strategic business council

Mr. Ioannou raised concerns about whether the bank has a plan to maintain its strong profitability, which has largely come from rising interest rates......

88. Phase one of Paralimni Marina set for completion by year's end

The first phase of the Paralimni Marina, which will feature 300 berths, is expected to be completed by the end of the year, with the first boats arriving before the start of the next tourist season, according to Paralimni-Deryneia Mayor George Nikolettos....

89. Clashes halt Limassol derby, police and fans blame each other

Despite declarations from authorities and the government to crack down on hooliganism and sports-related violence, the new football season in Cyprus has already been marred by widespread unrest. ...

90. Student Transfers Now Open at the University of Limassol (UoL)

The University of Limassol (UoL) is pleased to announce that student transfer applications for the second year of undergraduate studies are now open and will be accepted until 27th of September 2024....