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A gloomy graveyard shift at the opera
Upon the third hour of my standing in the main foyer attempting to radiate purpose, I began to suspect my employers at the Royal Opera House were experimenting with some ...
New humanitarian aid shipment for Gaza arrives at Ashdod port
A new shipment of humanitarian aid for Gaza arrived late on Saturday at the port of Ashdod via the “Amalthea” maritime corridor, according to information from the Cyprus News Agency (...
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The Christmas barista: I almost felt at home
Working over the holidays usually leaves a sour taste. Is it the jealousy of knowing others are with their loved ones while you serve coffee? Or the awkwardness of asking ...
Erhurman warns of uncertain future for young Turkish Cypriots
Tufan Erhurman on Saturday expressed concern that the current situation, including the unresolved Cyprus problem and everyday difficulties faced by Turkish Cypriots, is making the future of the younger generation ...
Christodoulides: Foreign policy aimed at reunification of Cyprus
President Nikos Christodoulides said on Sunday that Cyprus’ responsible, outward-looking and multi-dimensional foreign policy, combined with efforts to strengthen all elements of national power, serves the country’s highest national ...
Dozens caught drink-driving in nationwide police checks
A total of 49 drivers were found to be driving under the influence of alcohol and two under the influence of drugs during nationwide police checks carried out on Saturday night.
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Elderly man hospitalised after violent robbery in Nicosia district
An 85-year-old man was taken to hospital after reportedly being attacked at his home in the Nicosia district on Saturday afternoon during a robbery.
According to a police statement, the ...
The forgotten hospital of Cyprus
By Andreas Chrysafis
Polis Chrysochous Hospital, built 1957 by the British, has been serving the region for nearly seven decades. Yet despite its critical role, it remains one of the most ...
Tepak and Cyprus Water Association sign cooperation protocol
The Cyprus University of Technology (Tepak) and the Cyprus Water Association (KYS) have signed a cooperation protocol aimed at expanding their scientific, technical and research collaboration, an annoucement said on ...
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Police probe attempted murder in Limassol
Police on Sunday are investigating a case of attempted murder in Limassol, with a 36-year-old man reported as the victim.
According to police, the incident occurred shortly after 7pm on ...
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Yellow weather warning issued for isolated storms
The met office has issued a yellow weather warning for isolated thunderstorms on Sunday.
According to an official announcement, the warning will be in effect from 11am until 8pm. Isolated ...
Turkey backs UN Cyprus process but reiterates two-state position
Turkey has expressed support for the United Nations-led process on the Cyprus issue, while reiterating that a two-state solution remains, in Ankara’s view, the most realistic approach, reports said ...
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Christodoulides outlines priorities of Cyprus EU Council presidency
Cyprus will work to strengthen an “Autonomous Union Open to the World” during its six-month term as President of the Council of the European Union, President Nicos Christodoulides said on ...
Retirement dream unravels in Cyprus property maze
It’s all fun and games until you need the official documents. This is what a couple from the UK, visiting the island every year since 1981, found out when they ...
Turkey: Cyprus-Greece-Israel cooperation not a threat
The trilateral cooperation between Cyprus, Greece and Israel does not constitute a threat to Turkey, Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler said on Saturday, warning however that Ankara would take “necessary ...
A women-led Sunday market in Kalavasos
The women of the Kalavasos area are coming together this holiday season to create a marketplace brimming with solidarity, creativity and sustainability. Designers, artists, painters, healers and community weavers join ...
Little Heroes Foundation holds charity swim for children with cancer
The Little Heroes Foundation held its ninth charity swimming event for children suffering from cancer on Saturday in Limassol.
Participants swam a 1.5-kilometre route, finishing at the pier of the ...
Paphos announces neighbourhood Christmas events and ‘Love Bus’
The municipality of Paphos on Saturday announced a series of Christmas events across the city’s neighbourhoods, including a special “Love Bus” offering free rides to residents.
In the days ...
Christodoulides to attend Cyprus–Greece–Israel summit in Jerusalem
President Nikos Christodoulides will travel to Jerusalem on Monday to take part in the tenth trilateral summit between Cyprus, Greece and Israel, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Saturday.
“The ...
Returns of irregular migrants up 53 per cent over three years
The number of migrants returned to their countries of origin for residing illegally in Cyprus has increased by 53 per cent over the past three years, police said on Saturday.
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Who is TikTok’s favourite Cyprus enthusiast?
Eddy Nassar can talk, all right. “If we don’t stop, I’ll keep you here for another five hours!” he jokes as the interview winds to a close – though ...
EU to support Cyprus solution but not mediate, Hahn says
The European Union will facilitate a comprehensive solution to the Cyprus problem but will not act as a mediator between the parties, the EU’s envoy for Cyprus Johannes Hahn ...
Two-storey home in Kyperounta partially collapses in fire
A two-storey house caught fire in Kyperounta, in the wider Limassol area on Friday night, with the intensity of the blaze causing parts of its roof to collapse, fire department ...
206 traffic complaints, 9 arrests and 58 people caught drunk driving on Friday night
Police on Friday carried out an island wide road safety operation including 657 vehicle checks and 174 breathalyzer tests, resulting in nine arrests, 58 people caught drunk driving and 206 traffic complaints.
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