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631. Man sentenced to 12 years in prison for child sexual abuse

A 26-year-old man was sentenced to 12 years in prison yesterday (12/02) after the Larnaca Criminal Court found him guilty of child sexual abuse. ...

632. ERU and locals save dogs in heartwarming rescues

Today marked a remarkable display of solidarity and compassion in Lefkara, Cyprus, as the Emergency Response Unit (EMAK) and local residents collaborated to rescue two stranded dogs, each incident unfolding in its own tale of heroism....

633. 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....

634. 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....

635. 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....

636. Cyprus proposes €700 fine for first-time illegal taxi services

The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Works has tabled a bill aimed at tackling the issue of passenger transport by unlicensed taxi drivers, proposing fines of €700 for first-time offenders and €1500 thereafter....

637. Traffic surveillance expands in Larnaca and Limassol (camera locations)

On Monday, eight new photo-recognition cameras commenced operations in selected locations within the Larnaca and Limassol districts, part of an expanding traffic violation monitoring system. ...

638. Prisons department takes action following attempts to smuggle contraband

The Prisons Department in Cyprus has heightened security measures following recent incidents involving the attempted smuggling of mobile phones and drugs into the prison area. ...

639. Minister highlights smallest resident population at Pournara

The outlook for Cyprus in relation to migration is positive, as in 2023 a 46% reduction in irregular migrant applications and a 66% increase in returns have been achieved, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou said on Wednesday....

640. 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. ...

641. Transgender athletes shake up women's volleyball game

In a surprising turn of events, a women's college volleyball match in Canada witnessed the participation of five transgender athletes, igniting a heated debate on fairness and safety in sports....

642. British High Commissioner summoned over comments on Kathimerini

British High Commissioner to Cyprus Irfan Siddiq was summoned on Tuesday to the Foreign Ministry for a demarche, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis told the Cyprus News Agency (CNA),...

643. New evidence points to speeding in quadruple fatality case

In the aftermath of the tragic quadruple fatality on the Limassol-Platra road, new evidence suggests that the 44-year-old driver of the double-cab vehicle was exceeding the speed limit at the time of the accident....

644. Tesla drivers caught wearing Apple's Vision Pro headsets

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg cautioned drivers on Monday, emphasizing the importance of human attention behind the wheel, following the circulation of videos showing individuals seemingly using Apple's new Vision Pro headset while operating Teslas....

645. Police arrest 34-year-old in connection with burglary investigation

Paphos police took a 34-year-old into custody on Monday in Paphos to facilitate investigations into a suspected case of apartment burglary, illegal possession of property, and possession of burglary tools....

646. Curbing food waste for a greener tomorrow

Food waste poses a pressing issue requiring attention, contributing to uncontrolled food production and straining natural resources. Humans, as the predominant species on the planet, occupy a significant portion of land for food production....

647. Can cameras really curb road fatalities?

In early February, tragedy struck the roads of Cyprus once again as authorities announced the loss of 25-year-old Marios Roditis in a fatal collision on a Larnaca road Sunday night....

648. 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. ...

649. Government disputes UK High Commissioner's call for incentives in Cyprus talks

The Cypriot Government does not accept the position expressed by British High Commissioner Irfan Siddique that the Turkish Cypriots want incentives for the resumption of talks....

650. Consumer alerts raised over potential fuel price hikes

Konstantinos Karagiorgis, Director of the Consumer Protection Service, emphasized the importance of factual justification for price increases during an interview with CNA....

651. Fatal car accident claims life of 25-year-old in Larnaca

In a tragic road collision that occurred around 8 p.m. last night in Larnaca, 25-year-old Marios Roditis, a resident of Larnaca, lost his life. ...

652. T/C's want incentives from G/C's to return to talks

''I personally think there is flexibility in the positions expressed by the Turkish side" says British High Commissioner Irfan Siddiq, explaining that "they want to have the right to talk about a separate state...''...

653. Houthi threats target Red Sea internet backbone

Telecom companies affiliated with the UN-recognized Yemeni government expressed concerns on Sunday over potential sabotage plans by Houthi rebels targeting a network of submarine cables in the Red Sea....

654. Cyprus increases surveillance with new cameras

Cyprus is expanding its traffic violation control system with the activation of additional cameras across various districts....

655. Bank of Spain governor to engage in economic talks with Cyprus officials

656. Theocharous reacts to sudden security change

Mrs. Theocharous, via the platform ''X,'' announced the decision to halt her security detail without prior notification....

657. Ministry unveils enhanced vaccination drive

Starting Monday, May 2, 2024, the Ministry of Health has revealed a comprehensive update to the vaccination campaign targeting COVID-19 and influenza across the nation....

658. UK's tallest bird, cranes, thrive with 80 pairs

In a remarkable resurgence, Britain's tallest bird, the crane, has notched up its highest breeding figures since their disappearance from the UK landscape back in the 16th century....

659. Four face trial for stadium disturbances in Limassol

Yesterday, at the Limassol District Court, charges were filed against four individuals linked to a recent incident of violence within stadiums. ...

660. Rain, snow, and slippery roads ahead

Cyprus is gearing up for a weather rollercoaster this weekend as rain, snow, and slippery roads are on the horizon. ...