Lack of interest in EastMed pipeline ‘worrying’
Companies have so far not expressed an interest in the construction of the mooted EastMed pipeline, Foreign Minister Ioannis Kasoulides said on Tuesday. He was...
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Petrol stations association in the north threatens to close its pumps
The “association” of petrol stations in the north has threatened to close its petrol stations after the decision by petroleum suppliers to reduce the time...
Meeting Friday to look at ways to reduce electricity bills
A meeting at the presidential palace on Friday will examine ways of tackling high electricity prices, which have a knock-on effect on a host of...
Survey shows people in the north are not happy
Only 2.58 per cent of people in the north believe that things are going well, a survey published in the Turkish Cypriot press on Tuesday...
MPs hope to pass bill to support refugees before recess
Lawmakers hope to pass a bill levying a tax on property transactions, the revenues from which will go to supporting Greek Cypriot refugees, before the...
Firefighting fleet to be reinforced with four new aircraft
Two Air Tractor aircraft leased by the Republic are expected to arrive from Latin America in the next day or so. The AirTractors will be...
Dances from Cyprus at Axiothea Mansion
As the 25th edition of the Cultural Festival of the University of Cyprus continues, it brings dances from Cyprus to the heart of historical Nicosia....
Arrest in Kyrenia after dog thrown off balcony
A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Kyrenia after throwing his dog from the fifth floor resulting in its death, Turkish Cypriot media reported on...
(Update) Second earthquake felt by people in Limassol
A second small earthquake in a few hours rattled Limassol once again on Tuesday evening. According to the Geological Survey Department, the 2.7 magnitude earthquake...
Presidential candidate says all should have equal air time
All presidential candidates should have equal media time to present their positions to the public, former UCY rector Constantinos Christofides, who is running for president...
