Olympic opening ceremony to start at 7.30 p.m. local time
The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony will start at 7.30 p.m. local time, organisers said on Friday as they gear up for the final straight before the Games.
“We chose that ...
Jail for man who stole from work and spent loot at casino
A man who stole almost 90,000TL from his workplace and spent it all at a casino was sentenced to two years in prison on Friday.
The man, who worked for ...
Cyprus government records €455.9 million surplus in January
The Cyprus general government recorded a surplus of €455.9 million in January 2024, equivalent to 1.4 per cent of the GDP, according to the preliminary fiscal results released on Friday by the Statistical ...
Algotech (ALGT) revives Whales as Dogecoin (DOGE) Whales splash $250M, Ripple (XRP) sinks 8.60%
This article dives into the current crypto scene, exploring the contrasting fortunes of Dogecoin (DOGE), Ripple (XRP), and the red-hot newcomer, Algotech (ALGT). Get ready for a wild ride!
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Tom Jones to perform at Larnaca Marina on July 18
Internationally renowned artist Tom Jones will perform in Cyprus as part of his Ages & Stages Tour 2024. The show is scheduled for one night only on July 18 at Larnaca Marina.
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Embracing tranquility – The journey of wellness retreats in Cyprus
Cyprus, the jewel of the Mediterranean, has long been a destination for those seeking not just sun and sea but also solace and healing. With its stunning landscapes, ancient ruins, ...
Man fined for smuggling 143kg of meat to north
A 61-year-old man received a fine after attempting to smuggle 143 kilogrammes of red meat from the Republic to the north.
The meat, which was a combination of lamb and beef, ...
A minute with Evie Markidou Awad Yoga Teacher
Where do you live?
I live in beautiful Limassol with my wonderful husband and our two lovely children: a four-year-old son and our 10-month-old daughter.
What did you have for ...
Ecclesiastical court ordered for monks in misconduct scandal (Updated)
The Holy Synod decided on Friday that two monks involved in an alleged sex and cash scandal will have to appear in front of a six-member ecclesiastical court to answer ...
Report on govt servers flood sent to Legal Service
The government has sent the findings of its investigation into the flooding of state computer services to the Legal Service, Research Deputy Minister Nikodimos Damianou said on Friday.
Speaking to ...
100 trees planted in Dasoudi after tornado damage
A sum of a hundred trees were planted in Dasoudi, it was announced by the forestry department on Friday.
The initiative was a collaborative effort involving the forestry department, Yermasogia ...
Media tycoon Rupert Murdoch engaged for sixth time
Rupert Murdoch, 92, got engaged to his girlfriend, Elena Zhukova, a spokesman said, which would mark his fifth trip down the aisle.
The wedding will be held in California, at Murdoch‘...
Four-year sentence for man found with 2kg of cannabis
A 25-year-old man was sentenced to four years in prison on Friday after being convicted of possessing cannabis with the intent to supply.
The man had been arrested after a ...
North must ‘drain the swamp’ of education sector
Turkish Cypriot opposition party CTP Leader Tufan Erhurman said on Friday the north must “drain the swamp” of its education sector.
Speaking to Bagimsiz Web TV, he said that as ...
Cyprus lagging behind in pay equity, women’s career progression
Cyprus has been ranked at a lowly 37th place in terms of the best EU Countries for women’s career progression, according to a study conducted by analysts at Claims....
Okypy extends state hospital hours
The State Health Services (Okypy) has made a significant move to enhance accessibility to healthcare services by adjusting the operating hours of state hospitals.
According to a statement released by ...
TV shows we love: Harlem
Harlem kicks off by presenting the cultural traditions of one of the world’s few remaining matriarchal societies – the Mosuo people – setting the vibe of the series right from the ...
Sexually transmitted infections surge in Europe
Sexually transmitted infections surged across Europe in 2022, with reported cases of gonorrhoea jumping by nearly a half, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control said as it released its ...
Russia’s Medvedev says Biden is a ‘mad’ disgrace to America
Dmitry Medvedev, an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, called Joe Biden a “mad” disgrace to the United States on Friday and said the U.S. president had no right ...
Israeli offensive in Rafah ‘must not be allowed to happen’, UN says
The United Nations human rights office said on Friday that an Israeli offensive in Gaza’s border town of Rafah could not be allowed to happen because it would cause ...
Minthis welcomes Fine Jewellery Exhibition
Fine jewels in a unique location are set to charm locals and visitors this week as Pafilia’s landmark project, Minthis presents a Cypriot artist’s fine jewellery exhibition. On ...
AG expected to decide over pardon for grandfather shooter
The attorney-general is expected to make a decision regarding the fate of the 82-year-old grandfather who was jailed on Wednesday for shooting a cable thief.
The man was sentenced to ...
Cyprus unemployment rate drops to 5.9 per cent in fourth quarter of 2023
The unemployment rate in Cyprus fell to 5.9 per cent of the labour force during the fourth quarter of 2023, marking a significant decrease from 6.9 per cent in the same period of 2022, ...
Cyprus sees sharp rise in fresh produce prices in February
The price of fresh vegetables saw a substantial increase of 26.5 per cent in February, when compared to the previous month, according to a report by the Cyprus Consumer Association released ...