Anastasiades says ‘no question’ of consenting to change talks mandate
President Nicos Anastasiades on Friday said there was no question of him consenting to a change to the terms of the mandate regarding the solution of the Cyprus problem after ...
Coronavirus: national Covid report shows virus still has strong grip on Cyprus
The health ministry’s bi-weekly national report was published on Friday, which reiterated that the pandemic still has a strong grip on Cyprus.
The report, which covers data from the ...
Some Russians gear up for sub-zero rally for Kremlin critic Navalny
It will be around minus 40 degrees Celsius (-40 Fahrenheit) on Sunday as some Russians in Yakutsk, one of the world’s coldest cities, join nationwide protests against the jailing of ...
Sergio Aguero still in self-isolation after bout of coronavirus
Manchester City’s record goalscorer Sergio Aguero remains in self-isolation, manager Pep Guardiola has said.
The Argentinian is now feeling better after a bout of coronavirus but has not yet ...
New Bulgari hotel slated for 2022 Rome opening
Italian luxury brand Bulgari has its sights set on a 2022 opening for a new Rome hotel.
The Hotel will be located in the heart of the Campo Marzio neighbourhood, minutes ...
No bidders for Cyprus-Greece ferry link
Not a single bid was submitted for the tender for the ferry connection between Greece and Cyprus which expired on Friday, Deputy Minister of Shipping Vassilis Demetriades has said.
The ...
Coronavirus: EMA says no specific safety concerns over Pfizer jab after Norway deaths
No specific safety concern has been identified for use of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine in frail elderly individuals, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) said on Friday, days after reports ...
What’s Eaten Where: Vienna
This is the City of Dreams, the home of Sigmund Freud. But it’s also known as the City of Music, thanks to its rich musical legacy: Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn, ...
Four suspected of insurance fraud referred for trial
Four men were referred to the criminal court on Friday in connection with an arson attack and attempted insurance fraud.
The trial in Limassol will begin on February 23.
The suspects ...
UN voices alarm about Myanmar after military threats, coup fears
The United Nations and Western governments voiced alarm on Friday over threats by Myanmar‘s military that have stirred fears of a coup in the aftermath of an election the ...
Parties say Anastasiades desperately trying to shift blame
Opposition parties went on the counterattack on Friday, saying President Nicos Anastasiades’ claims that he was a victim of a smear attack over Cyprus’ now defunct golden passport scheme were ...
Flawed search warrant was used on suspected owner of Yiolitis parody account
The supreme court on Friday cancelled a police search warrant used to enter the home of a Larnaca woman suspected of being the administrator of a parody account of Justice ...
F1 races to start on the hour again, practice shortened
Formula One grands prix will start on the hour again this season, rather than 10 minutes past, after scrapping a previous timetable intended to give broadcasters more time to build excitement.
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Shell Nigeria responsible for oil leaks, must pay damages — Dutch court
Royal Dutch Shell is liable for the damage caused by oil spills in Nigeria, an appeals court in the Hague said in a verdict announced on Friday.
The environmental group ...
EU agrees ‘dark red’ Covid-19 zones with stricter travel limits
Hotspots of Covid-19 infection in the European Union will be labelled “dark red” zones to discourage all but essential travel, EU governments agreed on Friday.
The EU has already set ...
Surely this is just a phase
By Alexia Saleem
Lockdown feels very different this time. The first time I actually really enjoyed it. It was an opportunity to take things easy and to breathe. A time ...
Coronavirus: Expert says lockdown has led to improved outlook
The government’s recent strict measures have paid off, as the epidemiological outlook has improved, coronavirus advisory committee member Petros Karayiannis said on Friday.
The University of Nicosia professor of ...
EU stands its ground in vaccine row, says AstraZeneca contract ‘crystal clear’
The European Union stood its ground in a row with AstraZeneca over COVID-19 vaccine supplies on Friday, pressing the Anglo-Swedish drugmaker to deliver the doses as promised in its contract.
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Liverpool defender Matip has ankle ligament damage, says Klopp
Liverpool defender Joel Matip suffered ankle ligament damage in Thursday’s 3-1 Premier League victory at Tottenham Hotspur, manager Juergen Klopp said.
Klopp fielded a makeshift central defensive pair of ...
Ombudsman mediates to suspend auction of primary home
Financial ombudsman Pavlos Ioannou has intervened to suspend the foreclosure of the primary home of a woman who has her adult son with multiple sclerosis (MS) under her care.
The ...
Coronavirus: Admissions to Famagusta Hospital drop ahead of easing of measures
The number of Covid-19 patients at the Famagusta reference hospital fell to 45 on Friday, equivalent to 60 per cent of its capacity, after the implementation of lockdown measures following a surge ...
Please don’t disturb the animals, forestry department says
The forestry department on Friday called on members of the public to not disturb wild animals found to be hibernating.
In a post on Facebook, the forestry department said that ...
Government announces anti-corruption measures (Updated)
The government on Friday announced a series of measures designed to fight corruption, which are based on the rule of law, transparency, and accountability.
The announcement came at a time ...
Greece delays school reopening plans after Covid -19 infections rise
Greece on Friday postponed plans to reopen all high schools next month following a fresh rise in COVID-19 infections, saying schools in critical “red zones” would continue with distance learning.
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