Deadliest US strike in Yemen kills 74, Houthis say
US strikes on Yemen’s Ras Isa fuel port have killed at least 74 people in the deadliest attack since the US launched its large-scale campaign against the Houthis last month, ...
Animal Party calls for banning of Easter activities with animals
Cyprus’ Animal Party called on municipalities and communities on Friday to ban any Easter activities that include animals, such as donkeys, piglets and pigeons.
It said there were some activities ...
Russia says Ukraine struck its energy infrastructure four times in last 24 hours
Russia’s defence ministry on Friday accused Ukraine of attacking Russian energy facilities four times during the past 24 hours despite a US-brokered moratorium on striking each other’s energy infrastructure.
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Molotov cocktails among confiscated items in police clampdown
Molotov cocktails, firecrackers, iron nails, rocks, planks of wood, tyres, hoods and other items that could be used in acts of violence were confiscated on Friday, in a coordinated multi-agency ...
IMF, World Bank meetings to discuss restoring support for Syria, UN official says
Officials will discuss major steps to restore support for Syria from the World Bank and International Monetary Fund at spring meetings next week, though sanctions remain a major obstacle to ...
Court acquits Slovenia’s ex-PM Jansa of corruption charges
A Slovenian court on Friday brought the first-instance ruling to acquit Janez Jansa, a three-time prime minister and the key opposition figure in the Alpine country, and two alleged accomplices ...
Solana (SOL) slowly recovers, while this $0.025 DeFi Crypto continues attracting early investors
April has brought a cautious but visible sense of optimism back into the crypto markets. While major tokens like Solana (SOL) begin showing signs of recovery, another name is gaining ...
Only one in three pensioners receiving Easter bonus, says Ekysy
Only one in three pensioners are entitled to an Easter bonus this year, at a time when rising prices are “mercilessly pummelling” almost all pensioners, their union Ekysy said on ...
A minute with: Constantinos Lyras, guitar teacher and musician
Where do you live?I live in the apartment I bought in 2019 in Strovolos.
What did you have for breakfast?If I eat breakfast, it’s usually a sandwich or ...
TV shows we love: Corazón Guerrero
A new series airing on Sigma TV has rightly captured the attention of viewers. Corazón Guerrero, a soap opera of Mexican origin, weaves a compelling narrative of broken families, ...
Kathikas keeps faith alive in Good Friday re-enactment
In the mountain village of Kathikas, the spirit of Good Friday was alive and well this year, as the community once again gathered to witness the re-enactment of Jesus Christ’...
Food delivery platforms turning a blind eye to lawless parking
Delivery scooters from platforms like Wolt and Foody are increasingly blocking pavements, crossings and ramps in Nicosia, a clear breach of Cyprus law that authorities have so far failed to ...
Russian rouble hits 10-month high amid oil price surge
The Russian rouble strengthened past 81 to the US dollar, supported by rising oil prices, reaching its highest level since June 28, 2024.
At 0900 GMT the rouble was up 1.5 per cent 80.90 to the ...
Akamas green point fire ‘not accidental’, says mayor
A fire that broke out on Thursday at 8pm at the Akamas municipality green point was no accident, mayor Marinos Lambrou said on Friday.
The fire was put out by ...
King Charles reflects on war, suffering and heroism in Easter message
Britain’s King Charles has used his annual Easter message to reflect on war, human suffering and the heroism of those who risk their lives to protect others.
“One of ...
FIFA very careful with calendar, player welfare, Infantino says
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said player health and welfare remains a key consideration for the global governing body amid concerns about expanding tournaments in an already crowded calendar.
Players’ union ...
What’s the difference between Easter egg chocolate and regular chocolate?
By Margaret Murray and Andrew Costanzo
With Easter upon us, you’ll have seen chocolate Easter eggs on supermarket shelves. Maybe you’ve bought some already.
But is there a ...
Easter in Rizokarpaso
Good Friday in Rizokarpaso and Greek Cypriots living in the north adorn the bier with flowers at Saint Synesios church ahead of the evening service.
US will abandon Ukraine peace push if no progress soon, Trump and Rubio say
The United States will walk away from efforts to broker a Russia-Ukraine peace deal unless there are clear signs of progress soon, U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of ...
Google holds illegal monopolies in ad tech, US judge finds
Alphabet’s (GOOGL.O) Google illegally dominates two markets for online advertising technology, a judge ruled on Thursday, dealing another blow to the tech giant and paving the way for ...
Lidl Food Academy serves up smiles at this year’s Easter Open Day
With great success and the participation of hundreds of visitors of all ages, the Easter Open Day celebration at the Lidl Food Academy in Nicosia concluded on Sunday, April 13. Lidl ...
Envoy appointment ‘expected after Easter’
Developments relating to the appointment of a new personal envoy to Cyprus by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres are to be expected after Easter, according to reports on Friday.
“The ...
SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX
Piastri can take the lead from Norris in Jeddah
Oscar Piastri will become Australia’s first Formula One championship leader in 15 years if the McLaren racer wins for the third time this season in Saudi Arabia on Sunday.
The 24...
Hamas says it is ready to release all remaining hostages for an end to Gaza war
Hamas wants a comprehensive deal to end the war in Gaza and swap all Israeli hostages for Palestinians jailed in Israel, a senior official from the Palestinian militant group said, ...