Hundreds of Britons evacuated from Sudan expected in Cyprus
Britain on Wednesday ramped up an airlift of its citizens from war-torn Sudan to Cyprus before a 72-hour ceasefire was due to expire, and about 400 people were evacuated so far, ...
More Cypriot and British evacuees arrive from Sudan (update 4)
Six more flights with evacuees from Sudan were due to land in Larnaca on Wednesday as the island continued to be used as a hub to get European nationals out ...
Palace aims to be ‘positive example’ for circular economy
The presidential palace aims to be a “positive example” by transitioning to the circular economy, with the aim to transform into a zero waste to landfill building, the palace said ...
State has not taken onboard suggestions to prevent cyberattacks MPs say
State services did not take into account suggestions and instructions to avoid cyberattacks, the House ethics committee heard on Wednesday.
Behind closed doors, in a discussion tabled by Disy’s ...
Bill to regulate stray dogs ‘full of holes’
A bill approved by the previous government covering stray dogs has too many gaps lawmakers said on Wednesday after they discussed making changes to it.
In statements after the House ...
Upgrade works at Kyrenia port delayed
The opening for Kerynia port in the north will take place in the end of June, as opposed to early May as was initially planned, it was reported on Wednesday.
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House education committee calls for more local art in public buildings
The House education committee on Wednesday discussed legislation aiming to ensure public buildings are enriched with pieces of art.
Akel MP Giorgos Koukoumas said although a 2009 law specified every public ...
Court throws out golden passports pretrial request
Nicosia criminal court rejected on Wednesday the pre-trial request raised by defendants in the ‘golden passports’ case as judges decided the charges are valid.
The case began last October but ...
Cyprus included on Jordan Peterson world tour
Canadian clinical psychologist, author, podcaster and media commentator Jordan Peterson is set to give a talk in Nicosia on May 11 as part of his latest book tour.
It is scheduled ...
A day-time techno party at Skali
With May just around the corner, more and more spring events are popping up. A new season of parties and festivals begins to emerge this time of year and Nicosia ...
Cypriot teen making waves on US motor racing circuit
US-based racing driver Evagoras Papasavvas, who has roots in Limassol, introduced himself on Wednesday as the latest Cypriot to make a name in the sport.
At 15, he is based in ...
Oelmek demands urgent measures to protect schools
State secondary school teachers’ union Oelmek on Wednesday called for immediate measures to protect schools following the latest fire at a high school in Nicosia on Tuesday night.
“Oelmek condemns ...
Minister says Covid showed importance of vaccination
Health Minister Popi Kanari on Wednesday urged the public to ensure they are up to date with all vaccines in light of the government’s updated vaccination programme.
Speaking on ...
More than 500 expected from overseas for L’Étape Cyprus cycle race
More than 500 arrivals athletes and support staff from abroad are expected on the island in November for the L’Étape Cyprus by Tour de France.
The Cypriot edition of the ...
Rising prices continue to make workers struggle says union head
Workers in Cyprus are struggling as increasing prices are eating away at wages, Peo union general secretary Sotiroulla Charalambous said on Wednesday.
During a visit to Hermes airport, she highlighted ...
Port developer welcomes end to protest
Kition Ocean Holding on Wednesday welcomed the move by boat owners to stop protests at Larnaca port, saying it would pause the planned increase of berthing fees for three months.
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Strovolos municipality calls on police to act over stray dogs
Strovolos municipality has called on the police to intervene as a pack of stray dogs at the Prodromos linear park has eluded capture for months.
The municipality on Wednesday said ...
Documenting the diaspora in the US
A non-profit organisation in New York is dedicated to telling the experience of Greeks and Cypriots who moved there discovers PAUL LAMBIS
Since its inception, the Hellenic American Project (HAP) ...
Large fire at Russian cultural centre, Russia cites foul play (update 4, video)
A large fire at the Russian cultural centre in Nicosia was the result of foul play, a Russian official said on Wednesday.
The blaze has been extinguished, the fire service ...
Chevron to start drilling in Aphrodite
Oil major Chevron will shortly begin drilling in the Aphrodite field to confirm further deposit quantities, Energy Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou said on Wednesday.
Speaking on CyBC, the minister said that ...
S&P expects improved efficiency and profitability for Bank of Cyprus
International credit rating agency S&P Global Ratings (S&P) on Wednesday upgraded the Bank of Cyprus and revised its outlook from stable to positive, citing the bank’...
Christodoulides to meet with Macron next week
President Nikos Christodoulides is to meet next week in Paris with French President Emmanuel Macron ahead of the coronation of King Charles III
A French embassy official in Nicosia detailed ...
Fire service conducts harbour rescue exercise
The fire services conducted a rescue exercise on a recreational vessel at the Latchi harbour on Wednesday, simulating a scenario of a worker being trapped onboard the blazing vessel.
The ...
Three nights of music at Sarah’s Jazz Club
The last week of April holds a special significance for music enthusiasts as each year on April 30 International Jazz Day is celebrated. Cyprus will join events around the world celebrating ...