Language Learning Through Current Events
The Republic of Cyprus is currently observing a period of national mourning following the passing of former President George Vassiliou. He died overnight at Nicosia General Hospital at the age of 92. Vassiliou had been receiving critical care for a persistent chest infection over the past two years. His departure...
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Crime
Vandalism at DIPA Office Linked to Corruption Allegations
The headquarters of the Democratic Alignment (DIPA) party in Limassol experienced significant vandalism on January 10th. An anarchist collective, identifying themselves as "Anarchist Fight Against...
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Politics
Cyprus Political Crisis Deepens Following Video Leak
A significant political upheaval has gripped Cyprus, leading to the resignations of two senior officials linked to the Presidential Palace and the commencement of a...
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Crime
Delivery Driver Robbed in Erimi; One Arrested, Four Still at Large
A food delivery driver in Erimi, Limassol, was the victim of a startling robbery on the evening of January 12, 2026. Authorities have since apprehended...
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Economy
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Sparks Concern for Cypriot Banana Farmers
A significant trade agreement between the European Union and the South American bloc Mercosur has been finalised, a development hailed by EU leaders as a...
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Economy
Cyprus Boosts Property Sector with Major Tax Law Reforms
The Cypriot government has recently implemented significant amendments to its Capital Gains Law, a strategic initiative designed to revitalise the property market and strengthen the...
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Crime
Akrotiri Police Announce Major Arrest in Burglary Crackdown
Sovereign Base Areas Police have confirmed a significant breakthrough in their campaign against residential crime. A 37-year-old local man was apprehended on January 8th, directly...
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Environment
Cyprus Faces Unseasonable Chill Amidst Crystal-Clear Skies
Cyprus is currently experiencing a decidedly unseasonal chill, with meteorologists forecasting a spell of cold and crystal-clear weather across the island. The prevailing atmospheric conditions...
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Crime
Flight Attendant Briefly Detained in Ankara Air Crash Investigation
An extensive investigation into a fatal aircraft crash near Haymana, Ankara, on December 24, 2025, has resulted in the temporary detention and subsequent interrogation of...
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Society
Decade-Long Pension Battle Highlights Systemic Failures
A disabled mother in Cyprus has endured a protracted struggle for a disability pension, a situation that has persisted for nearly a decade. This challenging...
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