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61. Venice introduces entry fee for day trippers

In a move aimed at tackling over-tourism, Venice, Italy, has unveiled new regulations for 2024, including restrictions on tour group sizes and the introduction of a €5 entry fee for day-trippers....

62. Authorities stumped on declared cash

The question of the whereabouts of over 90 million euros in cash allegedly spent by travelers arriving in Cyprus through Larnaca and Paphos airports in the last 15 months remains unanswered by competent state authorities....

63. 200 Brits rejected daily due to passport rules

Simon Calder, a travel correspondent at the Independent, highlights a concerning trend: approximately 200 UK nationals face rejection at EU airports......

64. Container ship crash in Baltimore raises global supply chain concerns

Fears of potential disruptions to global supply chains have surged following a catastrophic incident in the bustling port city of Baltimore. ...

65. Tractors block streets with beets and manure in EU protest

Farmers threw beets, sprayed manure at police and set hay alight on Tuesday as hundreds of tractors again sealed off streets close to the European Union headquarters, where agriculture ministers sought to ease a crisis that has led to months of protests across the 27-member bloc....

66. Occupied territories are a 'black hole' for illicit funds

The recent update to the US-UK sanctions list, active since last April and aimed at Russia, continues to scrutinize Cypriot-based entities suspected of violating the Russian embargo. ...

67. Winter 2024 brings 17% boost in energy production

Energean recorded new production growth in the first two months of 2024. Specifically, the company said in a statement that from 123 thousand......

68. Global diplomatic accord for Gaza aid fund

In a significant move to bolster humanitarian assistance to Gaza, ministers from Cyprus, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Qatar, the United States, and a representative ...

69. Police investigate possible staging in €420K robbery

In the ongoing investigation involving a 31-year-old woman and 420 thousand euros, Police spokesman Christos Andreou revealed on Tuesday's "Alpha Kalimera" show that there's still much work to be done....

70. France first in 50 years to secure abortion as constitutional right

France has taken a historic step by becoming the first country in half a century to enshrine abortion as a constitutional right. ...

71. Lady Gabriella Windsor's husband, Thomas Kingston, dies in apparent suicide

The senior coroner for Gloucestershire, Katy Skerrett, has disclosed that Thomas Kingston, the 45-year-old husband of Lady Gabriella Windsor, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. The inquest into Kingston's death, which was opened at Gloucestershire Coroner's Court, provided harrowing details surrounding the incident....

72. Tight security as Russia bids farewell to Navalny

Hundreds gathered in Moscow to say their goodbyes to Alexei Navalny at a funeral under heavy police presence. Navalny, a prominent critic of President Vladimir Putin, died under unexplained circumstances in an Arctic penal colony....

73. Russian gunmen storm party in Limassol, injure two

Gunmen stormed a private establishment in Limassol, Cyprus, resembling scenes from a movie, according to police reports Wednesday night....

74. Israel's eurovision entry faces political backlash

Israel warned today that it would withdraw from this year's Eurovision contest if organizers reject the lyrics of its song as too politically charged....

75. 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)....

76. Cyprus harvests success at Fruit Logistica 2024 in Berlin

The Cyprus Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, along with the Cyprus Trade Centre in Berlin, made a significant impact at the "Fruit Logistica 2024" international fresh produce trade show in Berlin from February 7 to 9....

77. Russian tourists warned against Turkish-occupied Cyprus trips

Vice-President of the Alliance of Tourist Agents of Russia, Aleksan Mkrtchyan, has warned Russian tourists to avoid trips to Turkish occupied Cyprus....

78. Booking.com warns of human rights risks in occupied territories

Accommodation booking giant Booking.com issues a cautionary note to travelers planning visits to the occupied territories, highlighting ''threats to human rights.'' The announcement urges travelers to make well-informed decisions regarding accommodation and travel plans....

79. 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. ...

80. Cyprus' €1.9B entry into mega energy project uncertain

Republic of Cyprus is poised to enter the shareholding structure of one of the largest energy projects in the Eastern Mediterranean....

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

82. Cyprus Officials forbidden to enter Russia after media clash

The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced a ban on the entry of citizens – officials of the Republic of Cyprus, connected to the revocation of accreditation and the expulsion of the correspondent of the Russian government's newspaper from Cyprus last fall....

83. Apple stocks dip as Microsoft claims market crown

In a noteworthy development, Microsoft has eclipsed Apple in market capitalization, marking the first time since late 2021....

84. Are you ready for the most Paradoxical Chocolate experience?

2024 kicks off in the most delicious and paradoxical way! Inspired Family Fun and Paradox Museum Limassol invite you to discover the magic of chocolate during 'The Chocolate Show' on January 26th, 27th, and 28th, 2024, at Trakasol Cultural Centre....

85. Far-right and conservatives gain momentum in Europe

The far-right and conservative parties are gaining strength across Europe, while the possibility of reaching up to 29% of the seats in the European Parliament is visible, explains to "K" Tobias Gerhard Schminke, founder of the platform for collecting electoral data Europe Elects....

86. Cabinet approves free preschool for 4-year-olds

The Council of Ministers today greenlit the expansion of free pre-primary education for 4-year-olds, announced Education Minister Athina Michaelidou following the conclusion of the Cabinet meeting....

87. Europe tightens rules on short-term rentals for sustainable tourism

The noose has tightened for short-term rentals within European territory, i.e. ''Airbnb'' and other well-known platforms. The aim of the new three rules from the European institutions is to promote more sustainable tourism,...

88. The intriguing story behind the Apple watch controversy

In 2013, an executive from a medical device company presented an enticing proposal to Tim Cook, Apple's CEO—an entry into the medical device space...

89. Romania and Bulgaria to be part of the EU Schengen area in 2024

According to a report in the Financial Times, Romania and Bulgaria are set to join the EU's Schengen area in March, signaling the conclusion of talks with Austria....

90. Cyprus unveils sweeping measures to curb stadium violence

Justice Minister Anna Koukkides-Procopiou unveiled a series of measures aimed at addressing violence in stadiums following a Council of Ministers meeting. Key among these measures is the proposal to implement alcohol and drug tests prior to entry into sports venues....