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1891. President promises continued efforts for Cyprus peace as UAE summit approaches

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides will meet with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday to discuss the Cyprus issue......

1892. Bank of Cyprus considers selling JCC to Euronet

Changes are imminent in Cyprus' payment sector as discussions unfold regarding the sale of JCC Payment Systems Ltd to Euronet. JCC Payment Systems......

1893. Clear skies and possible showers

Today’s weather will be mostly clear, though localized clouds may develop in the afternoon, with a slight chance of isolated showers, particularly over mountainous areas. ...

1894. Cyprus trade deficit drops 17% in 2024

Cyprus’ trade deficit dropped by 17% in the first seven months of 2024, falling to €4.31 billion compared to €5.19 billion during the same period last year, ...

1895. High-stakes talks on Cyprus-Greece power link leave crucial questions unresolved

A high-level meeting at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia has concluded discussions on the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI), the ambitious electricity link between Cyprus and Greece....

1896. Arrest made in Paphos for illegal hunting in restricted area

A second arrest was made by Paphos police on Monday in connection with an ongoing investigation into illegal hunting in a restricted area....

1897. Survey reveals shift from TV to online news in the UK

For the first time since the 1960s, online news sources have surpassed television as the main way people get their news, according to a new survey by Ofcom. ...

1898. Traffic jams hit hard as schools reopen

As the new school year begins, Cyprus is grappling with severe traffic congestion, highlighting a longstanding issue that intensifies with the return of students to their classrooms....

1899. Cyprus police intercept migrant boat en route to Italy

A group of migrants attempting to cross from Cyprus to Italy was intercepted by authorities in the early hours of Monday morning off the coast of Akrotiri, according to Cypriot police....

1900. The President faces a tough decision today

The ambiguity surrounding Cyprus's electrical interconnection with Europe is coming to an end. Cyprus must now decide who to align with and who to distance itself from....

1901. Showers and storms expected

A low-pressure system and an unstable air mass are influencing the region. ...

1902. Cyprus faces crucial energy decisions in Nicosia meeting

Cyprus' political leadership is poised to make pivotal decisions about its energy future in a major meeting set to take place at the Presidential Palace tomorrow, according to Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras. ...

1903. Mystery deepens over mummified body found near Ayia Napa

The discovery of a body in an advanced state of mummification has left investigators in search of answers. The body, found north of Ayia Napa at approximately 10:30 AM on Thursday, September 5, ...

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1905. Illegal monastery remains standing despite demolition order

A monastery owned by the Metropolis of Constantia and Famagusta, illegally built in the protected Cape Greco area, remains standing despite court orders to demolish it, according to a report by Pavlos Neophytou in this Sunday's Kathimerini. ...

1906. Cypriot bank officials to present AML progress in U.S.

Top officials from four major Cypriot banks are headed to the U.S. on Sept. 16 to present updates on their progress in anti-money laundering (AML) efforts, sanctions enforcement, and foreign account management. ...

1907. Putin tries to help Trump beat Harris in U.S. Election 2024

Russia is intensifying its efforts to interfere in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, aiming to help Donald Trump defeat Vice President Kamala Harris, according to U.S. intelligence officials. ...

1908. It's a Cypriot shipwreck!

When the gold passport scandal began to emerge in the autumn of 2019, it quickly became clear that the naturalization of individuals like Joe Law was only the tip of the iceberg....

1909. Tuesday is Cyprus' last chance to end its energy isolation

A crucial meeting in Nicosia on Tuesday hopes to resolve months of tensions surrounding the Israel-Cyprus-Crete electricity interconnection project, a key energy link between Europe and the Mediterranean....

1910. Cyprus-Greece electricity project meeting set for Tuesday

A meeting scheduled for next Tuesday on the Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnection project is considered crucial by all parties involved, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said Friday....

1911. Who shot Hvaldimir?

The sudden death of Hvaldimir, a beluga whale famous in Norway and suspected of being trained by Russia as a ''spy whale,'' has turned into a potential murder mystery....

1912. Nicosia doctor faces trial for kidnapping and rape

A Nicosia doctor, accused of kidnapping, beating, and raping his former partner, is now facing a direct trial after being arrested by local authorities. The alleged assault took place on August 24 in a neighborhood of the capital, sparking a swift investigation by the Nicosia CID....

1913. Body found in mummified state sparks investigation near Ayia Napa

The discovery of a mummified body in a wooded area north of Ayia Napa has sent shockwaves through the community, raising urgent questions about the identity and cause of death of the deceased....

1914. Gaza conflict intensifies as Israel blocks polio vaccination efforts

In the latest escalation of the Israeli-Hamas conflict, tensions have intensified with significant new developments. As the conflict continues, reports emerge of mounting casualties and humanitarian challenges....

1915. Brexit leads to sharp decline in EU students at UK universities

The number of students from the European Union enrolling in British universities has dropped sharply since Brexit, new figures show. There are fewer students from Italy, Germany, and France coming to study in the UK....

1916. Friday’s forecast: A day of sun, storms, and surprises!

Happy Friday! Today’s forecast is bringing some fun twists—brace yourself for scattered thunderstorms across parts of the island, mainly inland and in the mountains. ...

1917. Parliament in turmoil over Great Sea Interconnector

Cyprus is facing significant political upheaval over the Great Sea Interconnector, a major project intended to bring affordable electricity to the island. With the decision deadline looming tomorrow, there is still no scheduled Cabinet meeting to finalize the issue....

1918. Pharmacies to end after-hour and weekend services amid dispute

In a recent decision, the Pancyprian Pharmaceutical Association (PFA) has announced that it will no longer compile the lists for pharmacies that offer after-hours and weekend services. This move comes as a response to ongoing disputes over working hours and part-time regulations....

1919. The price of 'green': How the poor subsidize the rich’s environmental perks

''Fortunately, crumbs are falling from the tables of the rich, so we don't starve to death,'' lamented a long-suffering, honest, and somewhat ''naive'' man....

1920. Additional benefits for new parents at Lidl Cyprus

As of July 1, 2024, Lidl Cyprus proceeded with additional benefits for the new parents working for its group. ...