In-Cyprus
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Russia gets new head of Navy after Black Sea Fleet suffers at hand of Ukraine
The new head of Russia’s Navy was formally presented in his new role for the first time on Tuesday at a pomp-filled ceremony, the state RIA news agency reported, confirming the...
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Putin to visit China in May
Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China in May for talks with Xi Jinping, in what could be the Kremlin chief’s first overseas trip of his new presidential term, according to...
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Israel’s restrictions to Gaza aid may be war crime, says UN rights office
Israel’s restrictions on humanitarian aid for Gaza may amount to a starvation tactic that could be a war crime, the United Nations human rights chief said on Tuesday. The stark appraisal...
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Washington makes new push for Gaza ceasefire to head off famine, Rafah assault
The United States made a fresh push on Tuesday for a ceasefire in Gaza to avert a manmade famine, while pressing its ally Israel to back away from plans for a ground assault on Rafah, last...
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Archimandrite summoned for questioning over St Habakkuk assult
It is expected that within the day, Father Porphyrios, the Archimandrite of the Abbey of Habakkuk, will appear for questioning as a suspect in the assault of the woman in the monastery...
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Tersefanou gearing up for… snail festival
Tersefanou is gearing up to celebrate its culinary and cultural heritage with an upcoming festival that promises to tantalise taste buds and delight visitors of all ages. The Community...
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Monks expected to testify soon in St Habakkuk Holy Synod investigation
The investigative committee of the Holy Synod continues its work on the issue of the Monastery of Sant Habakkuk in Fterikoudi, with the two monks expected to testify within days....
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Second humanitarian aid ship to sail for Gaza
Within the upcoming days, the second ship will depart from Cyprus carrying humanitarian aid to the civilian population of Gaza, stated the Government Spokesperson, Konstantinos...
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Limassol’s photo-detection system expands with ten new cameras
The expansion of the photo-detection system in Limassol is now underway, with ten new cameras installed at three key points along the city’s road network. According to the Police, four...
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President to visit College of Europe
President Nikos Christodoulides will travel to Bruges and Brussels, where he will address the College of Europe and participate in the European Council Summit, respectively. In...
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Hourly labour costs increase by 5.4%
A 5.4% increase in the hourly labor cost (total cost) during the fourth quarter of 2023 is indicated by the preliminary data from the Cyprus Statistical Service. According to...
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Tourist arrivals up 5% in February
Tourist arrivals in February 2024 reached 125,034 compared to 119,081 in February 2023, marking an increase of 5.0%. Specifically, according to the data from the Statistical Service of...
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Cabinet amends renewable energy support scheme
The Cabinet today approved an amendment to the existing support scheme for the production of electricity from renewable energy sources for self-consumption. According to Energy Minister...
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Union lashes out against poor conditions at CyBC [PHOTOS+VIDEO]
The employees’ union of the Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (CyBC) has strongly condemned the poor state of the facilities that house both staff and technical equipment. In a statement, the...
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Larnaca banking on alternative tourism
Larnaca is banking on alternative tourism, with a focus on showcasing its rich traditions, culture, nature, and gastronomy. The Larnaca Tourist Development and Promotion Company...
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Foreign minister stresses Gaza humanitarian aid commitment
The effort to send humanitarian aid via the maritime corridor will continue in close collaboration with other states and international actors, stated Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos...
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Foreign minsiter stresses Gaza humanitarian aid commitment
The effort to send humanitarian aid via the maritime corridor will continue in close collaboration with other states and international actors, stated Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos...
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New buses approved to serve enclaved communities
The purchase of two new buses to serve the needs of those enclaved in Rizokarpaso, Kormakitis, and Karpasia, set to be operational within the next 18-20 months, was approved by the...
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Government lifts rapid test requirement for entering hospitals, nursing homes
The government on Tuesday announced the lifting of the requirement to show proof of a negative test for coronavirus before entering medical facilities and nursing homes. The only...
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Trudeau raises concern over Israel’s planned Rafah offensive
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday expressed concern around Israel’s planned offensive in the southern Gaza city of Rafah in a call with Israeli war cabinet member Benny...
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Meta offers to almost halve Facebook, Instagram monthly fees to 5.99 euros
Meta Platforms META.O has offered to almost halve its monthly subscription fee for Facebook and Instagram to 5.99 euros from 9.99 euros following discussions with privacy regulators, a...
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson leading race to become next James Bond
Aaron Taylor-Johnson, known for his roles in action flicks like Kick-Ass and superhero films like Avengers: Age of Ultron, could be taking over the coveted role of James Bond, according...
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Cabinet orders shake-up to Akamas plan
The Council of Ministers has announced a major shake-up of the implementation plan for the Sustainable Development Plan (SDP) of the Akamas National Forest Park (AFP) in a bid to address...
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We are watching a game with the “lost Atlantis”
The envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General, Maria Angela Holguín Cuéllar, has completed her second visit to Cyprus and still hasn’t… discovered Turkey. We are still watching the...
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Larnaca municipality condemns city centre graffiti [PHOTOS]
The Municipality of Larnaca condemns the reckless graffiti in the city centre which occurred late on Sunday, March 17, 2024. According to a statement by the Municipality, “irresponsible...