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271. Greek tanker hijacked in Persian Gulf, heads towards Iranian port

In a concerning development, shipping sources and the British Maritime Safety and Security Office (UKMTO) report the hijacking of a ship of Greek interests in the Persian Gulf, ...

272. Construction: Say farewell to building permits

In a groundbreaking move to simplify the development control system, Cyprus is set to abolish urban and building permits for small-scale projects....

273. An attack on Ecuadorian live TV sparks national crisis

A dramatic attack unfolded in Ecuador as armed men stormed a TV station during a live broadcast in Guayaquil, leading to the arrest of 13 individuals. ...

274. US cities struggle as record 36,000 migrants arrive

The United States finds itself at a pivotal moment as cities across the nation grapple with a surge in migrants, placing President Joe Biden under increasing pressure from both Republicans and Democrats....

275. Injured golden retriever saved from 300-foot cliff

In a heart-stopping incident at Oregon's Ecola State Park, the United States Coast Guard executed a daring rescue to save Leo, a courageous Golden Retriever who tumbled over a 300-foot cliff on New Year's Day....

276. Cyprus welcomes 15 griffon vultures in battle for survival

In a renewed effort to save the endangered Cypriot Griffon Vulture, fifteen new arrivals from Spain landed in Cyprus in December....

277. UN Security Council to renew peacekeeping force mandate in Cyprus

The year 2024 inaugurates a formal series of UN procedures related to Cyprus and simultaneously locks in the arrival of the new Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Cyprus....

278. Veganism: From fringe movement to global phenomenon

The launch of Burger King's Impossible Whopper in 2019 was a 'pinch me' moment for longtime vegan advocate Toni Vernelli....

279. Officials ponder responsibility following quadruple fatality

Ambulance crews experience road fatalities on a more personal level. When you rescue someone, you connect with them....

280. Finance Ministry undergoes administration overhaul

281. King Charles honors Cypriot designer with an OBE

Cypriot designer, Michalis Anastasiades, has been awarded an OBE in King Charles III's New Year Honours list....

282. Highlights and shadows in global New Year's revelry

As the world transitioned into the new year, a kaleidoscope of celebrations unfolded across the globe....

283. Norwegian man faces manslaughter charges in policeman's murder

A 44-year-old Norwegian man faces charges of manslaughter with malice and weapons use, as filed by the Prosecutor, following his arrest for the murder of a 32-year-old policeman and the injury of the officer's best man in a Thessaloniki bar during the early hours yesterday....

284. 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...

285. Assistant Attorney General faces scrutiny amid corruption probe

In a recent development, the Independent Anti-Corruption Authority has publicly disclosed the results of an exhaustive investigation into allegations surrounding Assistant Attorney General Savvas Angelides....

286. Landlords urged to be reasonable when pricing rentals

Marinos Keynegirou, the president of the Real Estate Registration Council, warns of escalating prices and dwindling demand in the real estate market's fourth quarter....

287. 33 fatal accidents before year's end, Cyprus police on high alert

To date this year, six days before January 1, 2024, 33 people have lost their lives in 31 fatal accidents, Police Communications Officer, Eleni Constantinou, told CNA on Wednesday, noting that the Police are on high alert these days to prevent fatal and serious accidents....

288. PwC Cyprus recognized for leading the way in ''gender equality''

PwC Cyprus was honored with the renewal of the ''Gender Equality Employer'' Certification at a ceremony held by the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance on December 15, 2023....

289. School assault complaint leads to family arrests in Limassol

In a shocking turn of events, a high school in Limassol District became the scene of a tumultuous clash involving multiple generations of a family....

290. Businesses to cut greenhouse gas targets by 10%

Businesses revise climate targets as reality of long-term sustainability transformation hits. Sustainability progress plateaus as short-term pressures and external forces hit CSO agenda....

291. Trial begins for alleged gang rape of British tourist by Israelis in Ayia Napa

The trial for the case of the gang rape of a 20-year-old British woman by five Israelis in a hotel in Ayia Napa began on Monday (18/12). The issue is being closely monitored by the British Foreign Ministry....

292. EU's Schinas criticizes veto use, stresses need for compromise

European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas voiced concerns about the use of the veto as a primary defense tactic, stating that it hinders compromise rather than facilitating it....

293. Decoding the tragic legacy from 'Helios' airplane crash to bus blazes

Miraculously, there is no other explanation for the situation with the "crazy" school buses. They catch fire, burn up in the good seats, break down on long downhill grades, and, it is whispered, have a whole host of other problems....

294. Twenty Akamas wrongdoings reported to the Attorney General

The owners of agricultural premises in the Akamas area are set to face justice for unauthorized interventions and modifications, violating their licenses....

295. Super League matches go silent for two months

The Greek government has asked the Super League to hold championship matches without spectators for two months because of the risk of trouble....

296. Major progress in Cyprus as buses gear up for safety boost

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeafis shared optimistic updates on the installation of automatic fire extinguishing systems on buses during a recent interview on state radio. ...

297. Erdogan's historic visit to Athens signals potential thaw in relations

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is scheduled to visit Athens, accompanied by a ministerial delegation, for crucial talks with Greek counterparts in a bid to enhance relations between the historically at-odds neighbors....

298. Government evaluates fire-fighting systems for buses after immobilisation

A committee of experts is meeting with the Fire Service to evaluate the automatic fire-fighting systems available to companies in Cyprus and their suitability for use, Transport, Communications and Works Minister Alexis Vafeadis said Tuesday....

299. ISIS allegiance unleashes deadly attack at Eiffel Tower

French authorities have identified the suspect in the recent knife attack at the Eiffel Tower as Armand Rajabpour-Miyandoab....

300. Who's the key figure in the Kouris river corruption saga?

The Independent Authority against Corruption is swiftly investigating claims of water diversion from the Kouris River in Trimiklini, raising suspicions of corruption involving state officials. ...