Society
Cyprus Road Tax: Airbag Problems Block Renewals
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Cyprus drivers must renew their road tax by March 11th. However, many drivers cannot renew their tax. This is because of problems with car airbags....
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Politics
Cyprus Takes Over EU Council Presidency
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Cyprus has started its six-month presidency of the Council of the European Union. This period is important. It will focus on building stronger links between...
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Society
Former President George Vassiliou is in Critical Condition
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Former President George Vassiliou is in Nicosia General Hospital. He is in a critical condition. He went to the hospital on January 6th. Health officials...
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Politics
Cyprus Halts Party Funds Over Unpaid Debt
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Cyprus's Audit Office has stopped state money for political parties. This is because parties have not paid back €2.1 million. This money was given in...
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Politics
EU Gives More Money to Help Find Missing People in Cyprus
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The European Union (EU) is giving €2.6 million to a group called the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP). This money will help find people who...
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Society
Cyprus Plans Healthcare Improvements
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Last Thursday, Cyprus's House health committee discussed important changes. They talked about adding university clinics to the national healthcare system. A new plan to control...
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Politics
Former Mayor Denies Financial Mismanagement Claims
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Andreas Papacharalambous, the previous Mayor of Strovolos, strongly denies claims of bad money management. These accusations come from the town's current leaders. The main issue...
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Politics
Cyprus Police Union Accuses Chief of Overstepping Authority
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A police union in Cyprus, called Isotita, has made serious accusations. They say the Chief of Police, Themistos Arnaoutis, went beyond his legal power. This...
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Politics
Former Minister Surprised by Dismissal
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Yiannis Panayiotou, the former Minister of Labour, said he was very surprised. He did not know he would be removed from his job. The President...
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Economy
Cyprus Gas Field Nears Key Decision
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Cyprus is close to a big step for its energy. The Kronos gas field development is almost finished. A final decision about investing in the...
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World
Iran Protests Continue for 12 Days
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Iran is experiencing its twelfth day of public unrest. This is a clear sign of growing unhappiness. The protests are caused by a bad economy...
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World
US Arrests Venezuelan President Maduro
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The United States has arrested Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. This is a very important event. It shows a big change in the crisis in Venezuela....
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World
US Vice President Highlights Greenland's Defence Role
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US Vice President JD Vance recently spoke about Greenland's important role. He said it is key for American and world defence. This is especially true...
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Environment
Heatwave Sparks Bushfire Danger in Southern Australia
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Southern Australian states face dangerous conditions. Intense heat, strong winds, and high bushfire risk are present. Victoria has received urgent warnings. Property destruction and possible...
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Environment
Landslide at Cebu Landfill Kills One
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A terrible landslide happened at the Binaliw Landfill in Cebu City. A 22-year-old woman died. A lot of trash fell down on Thursday. This trapped...
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World
Lebanese Army Takes Control in Southern Lebanon
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The Lebanese army has now taken charge of security in southern Lebanon. This area was previously controlled by Hezbollah. The government wants to disarm groups...
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World
US Stops Aid to Somalia Over Stolen Food
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The United States has stopped all government money for Somalia. This is because of worries about important aid being taken. The State Department announced this...
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World
US Military Strikes Nigeria on Christmas Day
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The United States military carried out airstrikes in Nigeria's Sokoto State on Christmas Day. These strikes targeted an Islamist group. Former President Donald Trump called...
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Politics
Guinea's Military Leader Becomes President
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Mamady Doumbouya is now Guinea's president. He won the election held recently. The election results were announced on Tuesday. Doumbouya received 86.72% of the votes....
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Politics
Brazil President Vetoes Bill to Reduce Bolsonaro's Sentence
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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has stopped a new law. This law would have made the prison sentence for former president Jair Bolsonaro...
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Politics
Video Sparks Campaign Finance Scandal
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A new video has caused a big problem for President Nikos Christodoulides. It shows serious claims about illegal campaign money. These happened during his 2023...
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