Six years in jail for cannabis smuggler
A 24-year-old woman was sentenced to six years in prison on Thursday after having been found guilty of importing 7.9 kilograms of cannabis into Cyprus.
She pled guilty to charges of ...
Von der Leyen ‘so proud’ of Christodoulides over Gaza aid corridor (Update 2)
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Thursday she is “so proud” of President Nikos Christodoulides for his efforts to create a maritime humanitarian aid corridor between Cyprus ...
Solana close to 2-year high, this AI crypto is on a dream presale run
The crypto market is currently witnessing a significant uptrend, with Bitcoin leading the charge. However, it’s Solana that has taken the spotlight, reaching a 22-month high and edging closer ...
Cyprus and Pakistan to sign MoU on higher education
The possibility of enhancing cooperation between Cyprus and Pakistan in the field of higher education was discussed during a meeting on Thursday between Education Minister Athena Michaelidou and the High ...
Stacks (STX) and Aptos (APT) battle severe price fluctuations as Pullix (PLX) registers almost $3M TVL in a day
Despite undergoing a bull run driven by the recent spike in Bitcoin’s price, fluctuations and daily volatility are still a strong influence in the crypto market. Notably, Stacks (STX) ...
Reflect Festival will unite 10,000 EMEA doers in Limassol’s Kolla Factory this May
Cyprus’ flagship technology event is returning to Limassol for the 7th time, with a string of new features and a brand-new location.
Reflect Festival will take place on May 30-31 ...
Teachers to strike over minister’s failure to take a ‘clear stance’
Teachers from the education ministry’s support programmes are to go on strike on March 21, their branches at Sek and Peo trade unions, announced on Thursday.
“She [Education Minister Athena ...
President expected to pardon grandfather who shot cable thief (updated)
President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday is set to grant a pardon to the 82-year-old grandfather who was jailed the previous day for shooting an attempted thief.
The man had been ...
Woman accused of money laundering remanded (Update 2)
A 31-year-old Ukrainian woman who is accused of transferring a total of €8 million to Cyprus in recent months appeared before the Larnaca district court on Thursday and was ordered to ...
Oil prices hold gains on upbeat trade data
Oil prices held steady on Thursday, holding onto overnight gains after upbeat Chinese trade data and after US data showed a smaller-than-expected rise in crude inventories and large draws in ...
Euro is back on the scene for global central banks
Once hurt by crises and deflation, the euro is gaining popularity among central bank reserve managers thanks to a return to positive rates and geopolitics challenging king dollar’s appeal.
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Bellingham hits out at ‘ridiculous’ two-game ban
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham said his two-match ban for dissent is “ridiculous” and that he is being made an example of as a newer player in LaLiga.
The Spanish ...
European and Saudi startup ecosystems join forces at Reflect Pop-Up Riyadh
Reflect Festival, the region’s most prominent technology and innovation event, recently took its commitment to fostering international collaboration to new heights with the launch of Reflect Pop-Up Riyadh.
This ...
Klopp urges caution as Salah returns to training
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said they wanted to be careful with Mohamed Salah after the forward returned to training following a hamstring injury ahead of Thursday’s Europa League tie ...
Senior Russian officer warns Ukraine conflict could escalate into full-scale war in Europe
A senior Russian military officer has warned that the conflict in Ukraine could escalate into a full-scale war in Europe and said the probability of Moscow’s forces becoming involved ...
Daily News Briefing
In today’s episode, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is to visit Cyprus to discuss the implementation of the maritime humanitarian corridor to Gaza.
Meanwhile, the energy regulator (...
Strike wave hits German rail and airports as disputes mount
Germany faced strikes on three fronts on Thursday, as train drivers, airport security workers and Lufthansa LHAG.DE ground staff walked off the job, spelling further headaches for millions of ...
Funeral held for two more washed up bodies
A funeral was held on Wednesday for two more unidentified bodies which have washed up in the north.
The funeral was held in Ayios Amvrosios.
Speaking after the funeral, Ayios ...
Three arrested after fire at banner company
Police in northern Nicosia arrested three people on Thursday morning after a large fire broke out on the premises of a banner company on Wednesday evening.
The trio were arrested ...
Bridging divides: US and Turkey navigate path through disagreements in high-stakes talks”
The US and Turkey are set to kick off comprehensive talks on Thursday to discuss if the NATO allies can move beyond deep rooted disagreements over issues such as Syria ...
Paphos man arrested for stealing handbag
A 28-year-old man from Paphos was arrested on suspicion of having stolen a handbag on Wednesday night.
Paphos police’s assistant operations director Michalis Nikolaou said a 30-year-old woman had ...
‘One man allowed 16 universities in north to open’
A former ‘education minister’ in the north signed off on the opening of 16 universities, opposition political party CTP ‘MP’ Sami Ozuslu said on Wednesday evening.
Speaking on television to Kanal ...
Cops catch copper thief
Police in the Famagusta district arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of stealing around 100 kilograms of copper on Wednesday night.
According to Famagusta police department spokesman Steve Theodoulou, a man ...
What’s on this weekend
This weekend the spotlight shines on Nicosia as it welcomes unique performances by local creatives, new festival editions, carnival fiestas and events that celebrate women. Here’s what’s happening ...