Новости за 18.01.2024

The fine for illegally parking in a space reserved for the disabled will go to €500, up from €300 now, under a bill discussed in parliament on Thursday. The legislative proposal belongs to Edek MP Andreas Apostolou, and has the backing of the transport ministry, the ombudswoman as well as...

The government took a swipe at the UN on Thursday, calling on it to be objective in the way it presents events and facts after it took offence by statements made by Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force Colin Stewart. A day earlier, Stewart briefed the...

The European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides on Thursday stressed the importance of implementing safeguards for AI-driven tools in healthcare, underling the need for human oversight. Speaking at the World Economic Forum summit in Davos, she expressed optimism about the potential of AI in revolutionising healthcare. However,...

President Nikos Christodoulides has promised a pro-solution think tank that he will take under consideration their proposals that the Guterres Framework serve as the baseline for moving forward reunification talks, stalled since 2017. According to the think tank, One Cyprus (www.1cyprus.eu), a delegation of theirs met with the president earlier...

A new photographic exhibition is about to open in Limassol showcasing the work of Erato Kantouna, the first female photographer in Cyprus and Greece to be awarded the distinction Excellence FIAP by the Fédération Internationale de l’Art Photographique. One Click Away is the title of her new showcase which will...

Twice runner-up Daniil Medvedev battled back from the brink of defeat to make the Australian Open third round on a day of close shaves but fellow third seed Elena Rybakina’s title bid was cut short after a 42-point super tiebreak on Thursday. An out-of-sorts Medvedev dropped the first two sets...

Turkish Cypriot authorities on Thursday arrested a Greek national at the Ledra Palace crossing point in Nicosia, apparently after the man caused a commotion there. The incident happened around noon. Police confirmed the man was being held in the north but had no details beyond that. Pictures circulated of the...

Cyprus is on a good track to deal with the migration issue and the demographic issue, the head of the Institute on Demographic and Migration Policy Andreas Morphitis said on Thursday during a meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides. He noted that many of their recommendations have been adopted by state...

A Frontex official praised Cyprus for its “successful strategy” on Thursday for how it manages immigration, during a meeting with Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou. During a visit to the island, head of Frontex Liaison Office for Greece and Cyprus, Grigorios Apostolou, was briefed by Ioannou in detail about the government’s...

Elderly tenants in an apartment building have been left without an elevator for three months by the landlady, leading to the death of one elderly man with heart problems who, for a month, attempted to use the stairs, it emerged on Thursday. The building, located almost in the centre of...

Turkish Cypriot conscientious objector Mustafa Hurben was handed an 800TL (€24) fine on Thursday for refusing to complete his military service and will be jailed next Tuesday after refusing to pay the fine. It had been widely expected, including by Hurben himself, that he would face a harsher punishment for...

By Lesley Speed After an exhausting day, housework is often the last thing I feel like doing. But I sometimes relax by playing video games where you tidy and arrange household items in living rooms, kitchens and bathrooms. In a game, domestic tasks can be exciting. Like the indie success...

The Cyprus Aviation Association that will be operating under the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce (Keve) was officially launched on January 15. The Association aims to enhance collaboration among members, promote unity, protect common interests, and manage relationships internally and with government bodies like the civil aviation department and private organisagtions...

The third defendant in the golden passports trial pleaded not guilty on Thursday during a hearing at Nicosia criminal court, while a new state prosecutor has been assigned to the case. Antonis Antoniou, senior member of staff at the Giovanis Group told the court he was not guilty of the...

The Cyprus Football Association (CFA) and the Footballers’ Association (Pasp) both called for radical measures to combat football violence following a meeting on Thursday. A set of suggested measures were agreed upon at the meeting, which was attended by CFA president Giorgos Koumas, Pasp executive president Spyros Neofytides, and other...

Most human organs and tissues recover extremely slowly, and some are almost incapable of regeneration. Connective tissue is formed in place of the structures damaged by the pathological process. It maintains the volume of the organ, but cannot perform its functions. Doctors all over the world are trying to develop...

Health Minister Michalis Damianos on Thursday discussed major issues faced by the state health services organisation (Okypy). Visiting the Okypy offices for the first time since taking on the role of minister, Damianos said that the meeting was meant to determine the solutions to current issues facing the organisation. He...

The central prison was raided by police in the early hours of Thursday morning, according to reports. It is believed that a raid took place at around 1am, “in the wake of criminal actions recorded in recent days”. However, current reporting states that no arrests were made as a result...

We’re diving into a topic that often takes a back seat in the aftermath of car accidents – the silent struggles of the mind. While the physical injuries might be more visible, it’s time to shine a light on “The Mental Toll” of a car crash. Let’s explore the psychological...

Renault (RENA.PA), opens new tab on Wednesday reported a 9 per cent increase in annual global sales volumes for 2023, returning to growth after four consecutive years of decline and the French automaker said it was poised to continue performing well in 2024. In morning trading, Renault shares were down 1.9...

As the weekend beckons, a series of live entertainment and community gatherings await. This weekend is all about music and cultural performances but also a one-day event by the seaside that celebrates a winter sport. Here’s what’s on. For those in Limassol, living or visiting, there will be plenty to...

World number one Iga Swiatek battled back from two breaks down in the final set to beat Danielle Collins 6-4 3-6 6-4 on Thursday and reach the third round of the Australian Open for the fifth successive year. Collins might be ranked 62nd in the world but has a good record at Melbourne...

Police on Thursday announced the arrest of a 22-year-old man in connection with the throwing of a firecracker at a footballer during a match on Tuesday. They confirmed that the arrest had taken place in regard to the Coca Cola Cup match between Nea Salamina and Apoel, which was abandoned...

Pakistan conducted strikes inside Iran on Thursday, targeting separatist militants, the Pakistani foreign ministry said, two days after Tehran said it attacked Israel-linked militant bases inside Pakistani territory. Iranian media said several missiles hit a village in the Sistan-Baluchistan province that borders Pakistan, killing three women and four children, all...

Following a slightly foggy start to the morning in some areas, most of Thursday will be partly cloudy, with the potential for isolated rain in the mountains and inland. Temperatures are expected to rise to a maximum of 20 degrees Celsius inland and on the coasts, and nine degrees Celsius...