Новости за 18.06.2024

Palestinians in the Israeli occupied West Bank and East Jerusalemare suffering a drastically worsening human rights environment, alongside “unconscionable death and suffering” in the Gaza Strip, the U.N. human rights chief said on Tuesday. “The situation in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, is dramatically deteriorating,” Volker Turk, U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, told the opening session of the U.N. Human […]

The Paphos district court issued a three-day remand on Tuesday for a 20-year-old man to assist with the investigation into a case involving conspiracy to commit a felony, residential burglary, and theft. Authorities are also seeking a second suspect in connection with the same case. According to Paphos police spokesperson Michalis Nicoalou, a 28-year-old woman […]

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou on Tuesday insisted Cyprus’ handling of the migrants currently stuck in the buffer zone “followed the correct procedures”, instead pointing the finger towards the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp) and the UN refugee agency (UNHCR). Dozens of migrants have been stranded in the buffer zone for weeks. The migrants […]

Cyprus’ Construction Materials Price Index recorded a decrease of 1.32 per cent in May 2024, when compared to the same period from the previous year, according to a report released on Tuesday by the state’s statistical service. Additionally, for the period of January to May 2024, the index experienced a decline of 1.81 per cent […]

The Cyprus Theatre Organisation will stage Euripides’ The Phoenician Women this summer, directed by Magdalena Zira. Kicking off in July, the production is included in the events commemorating 50 years since the Turkish invasion of Cyprus, with performances in Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, Larnaca and Deryneia. The Phoenician Women, which belongs to Euripides’ late period, was […]

Dance and party to the tunes of an authentic mariachi band. Who said you need to go to Mexico to experience the ultimate Tequila Night? Le Sundeck Robuchon at Ayia Napa Marina, the island’s hottest spot, is throwing an unforgettable party on Saturday, June 22nd, at 8:00 PM. Enjoy the Mexican vibes with a live […]

The newly-established Cyprus Financial Literacy and Education Committee is set to implement the national strategy for enhancing financial literacy in Cyprus, according to an announcement released on Tuesday by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). This follows the completion of discussions on governance structure and the establishment of Thematic Working Groups (TWGs) during the committee’s […]

One of the first people to congratulate Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum on winning the NBA championship was his 6-year-old son. “He told me that I was the best in the world,” Tatum said. “I said, ‘You’re damn right I am.'” Tatum certainly looked like it on Monday night, recording 31 points and 11 assists as Boston […]

On July 3rd, the world-renowned graphic designer will engage with the audience, sharing his insights and experiences The University of Nicosia (UNIC) is honoured to host the world-renowned graphic designer Neville Brody in a unique event that will take place on 3 July at 18:30 at the CINE Studio. Neville Brody, one of the most […]

Does modern lifestyle nurture your health or provide ammunition for diseases? You already have the answer, and thus the necessity for health insurance plans for a modern lifestyle is increasing day by day. With this article, we will be discussing what aspects of modern lifestyle cause any disorders, if health insurance plans can help, and […]

The highly anticipated IT event of the year, Quadcode HackAIthon 2024, concluded last week with Team TradePal emerging as the champions. Following a fierce 2-day competition, the winning team showcased an innovative AI-powered browser extension aimed at transforming chart analysis for traders at every skill level. TradePal’s solution utilizes cutting-edge computer vision technology to swiftly […]

BBF, named Best Luxury Real Estate Developer in Cyprus at the prestigious Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2024, reflects on a journey of innovation, resilience, and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Founded in 2007 as a Limassol real estate agency, BBF envisioned a better future living environment for all. Almost two decades later – and with over […]

Three weeks after their contract termination with Kition Ocean Holdings 13 ex-employees of the company have received no written government commitment in terms of their work status, it emerged on Tuesday. In a public announcement, the employees said that following a meeting with the ministers of labour and transport on June 3 at Larnaca port, […]

The temporary jetty constructed off the coast of Gaza to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid sent from Cyprus has been towed away to the Israeli port of Ashdod for a second time, Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh confirmed on Tuesday. She said the jetty is being kept in Ashdod and is expected to be taken […]

Manchester City begin their fifth straight title defence with a trip to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea on Aug. 18, the Premier League said on Tuesday. Chelsea’s newly appointed manager, Enzo Maresca, will face a familiar side as he previously assisted Pep Guardiola during their treble-winning season and also coached City’s youth team. FA Cup […]

Leading a side stacked with talent and a flawless qualifying campaign under his belt, it is perhaps no wonder that Portugal boss Roberto Martinez made sure he packed enough shirts to last him all the way to the Euro 2024 final. Portugal kick off their tournament with a Group F clash against the Czech Republic in Leipzig on […]

The Paphos district court on Tuesday issued an eight-day remand against a 52-year-old woman in connection with a €305,000 case involving the possession of stolen goods and money laundering. The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was brought before the court on Monday, but the remand was issued at 9am on Tuesday. She is […]

Turkey expect to make the most of strong support from their passionate fans and put on a show against Georgia in their Euro 2024 Group F opener at Dortmund BVB Stadion on Tuesday. Midfielder Salih Ozcan, who was born in Cologne to a Turkish family and plays for Borussia Dortmund, said Turkey needed to capitalise on the […]

Introduction Scholarships play a fundamental role in developing educational opportunities and encouraging personal growth. By alleviating financial constraints, scholarships unfasten a plethora of learning prospects, facilitating students to reach academic achievements and make a worthwhile contribution to society. This article explores the myriad effects of scholarships on the learning process, featuring important personalities, establishments, and […]

One of the monks involved in the Osiou Avakoum monastery scandal has been arrested and is appearing in Nicosia District Court, it emerged on Tuesday. According to his lawyer Adriana Klaedes, the police executed an arrest warrant and Archimandrite Nektarios is currently before the Nicosia District Court, which will request his detention. Information from the […]

Can a fast-paced slow-burn be a thing? If it can, then that would be helpful as it’s really the only way I can explain what reading Thomas Grattan’s sophomore novel felt like. Let me try to make this make sense. In Tongues tells us the story of Gordon, a gay college dropout who with a […]

For the fifth year in a row, the Goethe-Institut Cyprus presents its Sommerkino with a selection of films from Germany. Whereas in previous years the focus was on the directors behind the camera, this year the focus is on an actress. From July 30 to July 4, the Nicosia centre will screen highly acclaimed films […]

A solar water heater exploded on a roof top in Paphos on Tuesday. According to the initial reports, parts of the installation at a home in Geroskipou burst apart crashing onto the pavement below and damaging a car. No persons were injured in the incident which took place at 1am. It appears the explosion was […]

Nigel Farage’s brand of politics has found a home in the English seaside town of Clacton-on-Sea, where voters described the right-wing party leader as a straight talker who, unlike other candidates, understands their problems and wants to solve them. Britain’s July 4 election will be Farage’s eighth attempt to win a seat in parliament after […]

President of Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday expressed “great satisfaction” with the agreement to establish an ongoing strategic discourse between the Republic and the USA. The agreement was reached during the US visit by Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos who met with his counterpart US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken on Monday. Cyprus and the US confirmed […]