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The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a 78-year-old man and the poisoning of four other people in Larnaca continues.

In Peyia (Paphos), archaeologists have discovered traces of a massive harbor, as well as more than 700 kilograms of Late Roman amphora fragments.

In Paphos, a woman was hospitalized after a fire broke out in her home.

On Thursday in Cyprus it is cloudy, and in the second half of the day, rain is possible in the western regions.

President Trump’s efforts to court President Vladimir V.

The Marinera, which was seized by the U.

Trump said the ICE officer acted in 'self-defence,' a narrative disputed by the mayor of Minneapolis, who demanded ICE officers to leave the city.

The action could make it more difficult for a future administration to rejoin the Paris climate accord, the agreement among most nations to fight climate change.

A US immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis ended with a driver being shot dead by a federal officer, prompting protests and criticism from city officials, as authorities described the incident as self-defence amid a federal crackdown.

Tensions with NATO members escalated after the White House said Tuesday that the “US military is always an option.

The partner of Cypriot MP Nikos Sikas has withdrawn her statement about being beaten.

The Minister of Justice of Cyprus announced the construction of a new prison outside Nicosia and suspended plans to expand existing prisons, stating that a site for the new facility has already been found.

Italian schools observed a minute's silence in memory of the victims, while the schools attended by the teenagers who lost their lives suspended classes to "remember the young victims and express closeness to their families.

The Trump administration released new dietary guidelines on Wednesday, pushing Americans to prioritize protein and cut back on added sugars and processed foods.

The possible deployment of Bundeswehr troops to Ukraine has become a topic of debate in Germany, the prospect drawing criticism from both the left and the right.

The announcement delayed the arraignment of Mr.

Now the government’s recommendation is to “limit” drinking, without specifying safe amounts for men and women.

The President of Cyprus held a meeting with the President of Lebanon, where it was discussed that strengthening EU relations with Lebanon is one of the key priorities during Cyprus's presidency of the EU Council.

Three campaigns have called on the Cypriot government to clarify whether the British bases in Cyprus were used for military strikes on Syria, citing flight tracking data that they claim shows that RAF planes took off from the region towards Syria on Saturday night.

Abel Ferrara, an icon of down-and-dirty New York cinema who has a key role in ‘Marty Supreme,’ tells the story of his wild career in a frank memoir.

Tayari Jones, Ann Patchett, George Saunders and Veronica Roth return with new novels; Jennette McCurdy makes her fiction debut; and more.

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First articulated in 1823, the Monroe Doctrine was largely meant to stave off European colonial influence in the western hemisphere, but modern presidents have used it to justify military intervention in Latin America.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with the Primate of the Cypriot Church, Archbishop Georgios.

The United States had been chasing the oil tanker, formerly known as the Bella 1, since it evaded a partial US blockade around Venezuela and thwarted an attempt by the US Coast Guard to board it late last month.

Tehran’s military chief warned that Iran is now far more prepared and stronger to face any attacks, threatening a “decisive response” to any action it considers a breach of sovereignty.

Zelenskyy's new chief of staff said on Wednesday "there are already concrete results" but added that "not all information can be made public.

A meeting is taking place in Cyprus between Presidents Nikos Christodoulides and Volodymyr Zelensky.

Six sweets from Greece and Cyprus have entered the list of the world's best desserts!
Cyprus will tighten fireworks laws after a recent tragedy at a nightclub in Switzerland.

After meeting with the President of Ukraine, the President of Cyprus promised that Ukraine would become one of the main priorities of Cyprus's presidency in the EU.

The French company Nexans has officially confirmed that the delivery schedule for the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) project, which connects the energy systems of Greece and Cyprus, is being reviewed with the customer and that the project will be completed later than originally planned.

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Authorities were able gradually to reconnect many to the network but several days of work were required to repair the damage.

Plus, a journey to a melting continent.

Since the mercury dropped on Monday, five people have died in France and one woman in Bosnia as heavy snow and rain sparked floods and power outages across the Balkans.

Tokyo is concerned at signs that Beijing may be laying the groundwork to restrict access to the metals vital to manufacturing.

Ames had been head of the Soviet branch in the CIA's counterintelligence group and gave the Kremlin the names of dozens of Russians who were spying for the United States.

Lee's visit this week was the first by a South Korean leader to China in six years, with Seoul seeking a reset in relations with its largest trading partner as well as help with the North.

President Donald Trump warned House Republicans that failing to win the midterm elections could lead to his impeachment, urging party unity as he cited past impeachments and argued Republicans should prevail based on what he called a highly successful first year back in office.

The European Rail Association has called for the return of trains to Cyprus for the first time in over 70 years.

The Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal lineup was finalized Tuesday with Algeria and defending champion Ivory Coast booking the last places.

The National Guard of Cyprus plans to equip all its reservists with modern combat gear, the same as that issued to active duty military personnel.

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky will participate in the ceremony for the opening of Cyprus's presidency of the EU Council this evening in Nicosia.

Greenland sits off the northeastern coast of Canada, with more than two-thirds of its territory lying within the Arctic Circle making its location crucial to the defence of North America since World War II.

A court dispute over the lines of the 11th Congressional District represents one of New York Democrats’ few hopes of drawing maps in their favor for the 2026 midterms.

Today Nicosia hosts heads of state at the opening ceremony of Cyprus's presidency of the Council of the European Union.

The Cyprus police are increasing their presence in key urban areas with the aim of preventing serious criminal activities.

The UN Secretary-General recommended extending the mandate of peacekeeping forces in Cyprus for another 12 months, expressing concern over military violations in the buffer zone and around it.

Today in Cyprus it is up to +20°C inland, around +21°C on the coast and +15°C in the mountainous areas.
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