How ‘soft robotics’ advances will end up saving lives
We already know that robots are likely to play an increasingly important role in our future, given the rapid advances of technology.
Yet, up to now, the design of robots ...
Player quits football at half-time after alleged suicide taunt
Albion Rovers have pledged “unconditional backing” to David Cox after their player retired from football during their game against Stenhousemuir having reported a slur over his mental health.
The substitute, ...
Coronavirus: 14-day cumulative diagnosis rate hit new record high
Cyprus’ 14-day cumulative diagnosis rate for coronavirus hit a new record high with 1,145.6 per 100,000 residents but fewer elderly people appear to be infected and hospitalised, as a result of vaccinations, ...
Explainer: What we know about the Indian variant
India has recorded the world’s sharpest spike in coronavirus infections this month, with political and financial capitals New Delhi and Mumbai running out of hospital beds, oxygen and medicines.
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Body found in sea off Liopetri
The body of a 65-year-old amateur fisherman was found floating in the sea near Liopetri, Famagusta police said on Friday.
Police said the body was spotted by a passerby around 11.30...
The population of Cyprus will grow 10-20% by 2050
Population in Cyprus will grow by 10 to 20 per cent until 2050, Eurostat estimates published on Friday show.
The current population is 875,899 according to Eurostat and the World Bank. According to other ...
Tsoureki: how to make braided Greek Easter bread
As the island marks Good Friday, in this video, we learn a recipe for traditional braided Easter bread: tsoureki.
Tsoureki is a Greek paschal bread made from a sweet yeast ...
Botanical tulips and Darwin Hybrid tulips ideal for Cyprus
Planting Spring-blooming bulbs in Cyprus can be a bit of a gamble. The anticipated riot of colour that follows the planning and planting of Autumn-planted bulbs can turn out to ...
EU to charge Apple over its in-app payment system rules
Apple was charged by EU antitrust regulators on Friday of abusing its dominance in the music streaming market via restrictive rules, the first case out of four that could lead ...
Russia supports BBF, reform of guarantees system, official says
Russia said Thursday it supported the internationally acknowledged basis for a bizonal, bicommunal federal solution in Cyprus and reform of the guarantees system, one of the most thorny issues of ...
Rodgers has ‘everything he wants’ at Leicester
Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl sees no reason for Brendan Rodgers to be interested in the Tottenham job as he has “everything he wants” at Leicester.
Rodgers remains among the bookmakers’ ...
Coronavirus: health ministry reminds public of measures over Easter weekend
The ministry of health on Friday published some reminders with regards to the coronavirus measures that will be in force during the Easter weekend.
The country is in strict lockdown ...
Nigel Farage: Brexiteer, scourge of the woke – and eco-warrior?
Love him or hate him, it’s hard to accuse Nigel Farage of being boring or predictable – and Britain’s Brexit champion has blindsided his critics once again.
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How to prevent mould and mildew in your washing machine
Our faithful washing machine keeps our clothes clean and fragrant, but every once in awhile – once a month is recommended – the trusty appliance needs some tender loving care of its ...
Russia produces first batch of Covid vaccine for animals
Russia has produced the world’s first batch – 17,000 doses – of COVID-19 vaccines for animals, its agricultural regulator said on Friday.
Russia registered Carnivac-Cov in March after tests showed it generated ...
Lady Gaga dognappers arrested, LA gang members among suspects
Five people have been arrested in connection with the shooting of pop star Lady Gaga’s dog walker Ryan Fisher, and the theft of her two French bulldogs in February.
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Making ‘Noise’ about photography
“It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera,” once said famous French photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson, “they are made with the eye, heart and head.” Indeed, there are ...
Saved twice from death, how an unwanted gosling found her home
Every pet deserves a loving and respectful home: please only consider acquiring a pet if you will be able to take care of its long-term needs. Also, consider choosing your ...
Girl gamers: the long road to finding acceptance
Does video gaming culture do enough to ensure girl gamers feel welcome? That’s the subject of this video.
Twitch streamer Hive Queen knows as soon as she speaks up ...
Coronavirus: More than 10,000 checks, 112 booked
Police booked two establishments and 110 individuals for breaching coronavirus protocols in 24 hours from 6am on Thursday until 6am on Friday.
10,028 premises and individuals were checked during this time.
The details ...
Over half of calls to cyber safety helpline were about Covid
A cyber safety help line coordinated by the Cyprus Pedagogical Institute received calls from 683 individuals in the first quarter of 2021, but more than half of these concerned Covid-19 and not ...
Two arrests for possession of illegal drugs (updated)
Two people arrested in connection with the possession of illegal drugs and other items were remanded on Friday by the Limassol district court.
On Thursday afternoon, members of the drug ...
Teenagers arrested for causing disturbance
Police have arrested four youngsters in Limassol in connection with disturbing the public peace and starting a fire.
At 9.45pm on Thursday police were informed that teenagers had set fire ...
Gig economy under pressure in US, but can it survive regulation?
Under growing threat by a new US administration insistent on reclassifying ride-hail and food delivery workers as employees with full benefits, gig economy companies including Uber, Lyft, Doordash and Instacart ...