Texas to execute inmate who won religious rights case
A Texas inmate at the centre of a legal battle over religious rights of those facing execution in the United States was scheduled to be put to death on Wednesday ...
Iranian police deploy at universities as unrest churns on
Iranian security forces deployed at universities in several cities on Wednesday, witnesses said, stepping up efforts to quell more than two weeks of protests ignited by the death of 22-year-old ...
Prison guards call off strike but reject government offer (Updated)
Prison guard members of Isotita union on Wednesday rejected the government’s proposal regarding their pay grades, saying however that they would suspend strike action for the next three months ...
Ukraine takes more territory in region Putin incorporates into Russia
Ukraine said its forces have retaken more settlements in Kherson, one of four partially Russian-occupied regions that President Vladimir Putin formally incorporated into Russia in Europe’s biggest annexation since ...
Music that spans Latin Jazz to Vocal Jazz in one weekend at Sarah’s Jazz Club
A celebration of live music and local talent will once more be held at the popular music venue Sarah’s Jazz Club as it welcomes two diverse groups whose members ...
British bases: fully committed to development deal
The British bases in Cyprus said on Wednesday they remain fully engaged with the communities’ part of the non-military development (NMD) agreement, a day after the House committee on refugees ...
Weakened Truss pledges to steer Britain through ‘stormy days’ (Update)
Prime Minister Liz Truss sought on Wednesday to restore her authority following a chaotic first month in power, urging her Conservative Partyto trust her to secure economic growth and steer ...
Islamic headscarf returns to heart of Turkish political debate
Turkey’s government and opposition both vowed legal steps to enshrine women’s right to wear Islamic headscarves on Wednesday, restoring to the heart of political debate ahead of next ...
Why it’s such a big deal that Alla Pugacheva, ‘the tsarina of Russian pop,’ came out against the war
By Olga Partan
Days before Russian President Vladimir Putin announced hasty referendums in the occupied regions of Ukraine and the conscription of Russian men, Russian singer Alla Pugacheva posted a ...
EU approves more sanctions against Russia over Ukraine war
The European Union gave its final approval for a new batch of sanctions against Russia over its war against Ukraine, the bloc’s executive arm in Brussels said on Wednesday.
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National strategies for a greener economy and sustainable development key for future generations
The development of national strategies for a greener economy by adopting a sustainable infrastructure and promoting education for sustainable development are among the key topics being discussed during Wednesday’s ...
Registered unemployed in Cyprus increase in September
The number of registered unemployed in September 2022 increased compared to September last year, according to both actual and seasonally adjusted data, released on Wednesday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat).
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Boy seriously injured in crash
An 11-year-old boy is to undergo surgery after sustaining severe head injuries after being launched from the car after it struck a tree in Liopetri.
The young boy was first ...
Kedipes reports total cash inflows of €1.45 bln
Cash inflow in state-owned asset manager, Kedipes amounted to 115.2 million in the second quarter of 2022, down by 0.9 per cent compared with the first quarter of 2022, marking an increase of 20.9 per ...
Europe must show ‘far greater ambition’ on climate -UN
By Evie Andreou
Despite the progress made, more action is still needed to address the impacts of climate change in the European region, according to the 7th pan-European environmental assessment, ...
Pilakoutas showcases latest in BMW X1 line to arrive in Cyprus
The new BMW X1 model is here. Dynamic and uncompromising, the most popular model in its class has arrived in Cyprus for the first time, promising a new imposing appearance, ...
Sterling softens after UK PM Truss speech
Britain’s pound weakened against the dollar on Wednesday, ending a six-day rally, but staying well off recent lows as British Prime Minister Liz Truss spoke at the Conservative party ...
Dracou denies criticism over prisons case
Justice Minister Stephie Dracou on Wednesday denied that there is strong public criticism over her handling of the Nicosia central prisons case.
Speaking after the House legal committee, she emphasised ...
Moody’s upgrades Cyprus banks, cites economy resilience
Ratings agency Moody’s on Wednesday announced that it has upgraded the Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank’s long-term ratings, including their long-term bank deposit ratings to Ba2, from ...
An integral part of Queensland
Community association passionate about raising understanding of Cyprus past and present finds PAUL LAMBIS
The Cypriot Community Association of Queensland is a passionate organisation actively involved in showcasing Cypriot culture ...
Action plan drawn up for yellow fever mosquito
There is no cause for concern over the Aedes aegypti mosquito – often referred to as the yellow fever mosquito – that was spotted in the area of Dromolaxia, near Larnaca, according ...
Tefal celebrates 65 successful years in the Cyprus market
To mark the 65th anniversary of Tefal products’ presence in Cyprus, the brand’s exclusive representative company on the island, Lambis G. Constantinides Ltd, together with French consortium Groupe SEB, ...
Angelina Jolie accuses ex-husband Brad Pitt of abuse in court filing
Angelina Jolie detailed what she described as abusive behavior by ex-husband Brad Pitt in a court filing on Tuesday, escalating a legal battle over a French winery the former couple ...
When teen angst turns fatal
THE WAY THINGS ARE
Molly Russell, an apparently happy teen, killed herself and an investigation into her death seeks answers because her grieving, bewildered father wants them, and accountability. Some ...