March 2026 was one of the wettest Marches in decades in Cyprus, ranking as the ninth wettest since records began,…
General strike hits occupied north as unions fight decree freezing cost-of-living allowances
Public sector unions in the occupied north staged a general strike today, marching on the “parliament” building in protest at…
Ecologists demand answers eight months after dog poisoned next to child’s toys in Dali
The Movement of Ecologists – Citizens’ Cooperation is demanding a full investigation into the poisoning of a family dog in…
Clerides heads back to authorities with Sandy’s file: “I have her indirect consent”
The lawyer holding a file of messages at the centre of a paedophilia and corruption scandal said on Monday he…
On this day: Lithuania removes president Paksas over Russia links, in first impeachment of a European leader
Following are some of the major events to have occurred on April 6: 1917 – The United States declared war…
Ukraine regains 480km2 of frontline territory, army chief says
Ukraine has regained control of 480 sq. km (185 sq. miles) of territory in the southeastern and eastern parts of…
Iran struck US forces relocated on Kuwait’s Bubiyan island, military spokesperson says
U.S. forces located on Kuwait’s Bubiyan island were targeted by Iran, the spokesperson of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said…
US and Iran receive peace proposal as Trump vows ‘hell’ if Strait stays shut
The United States and Iran have received the framework of a plan to end hostilities, a day after President Donald…
Senior Russian commander killed in March air crash, official says
A senior Russian air force commander was killed when a military transport aircraft crashed in Russian-controlled Crimea last week killing…
Larnaca’s main tourist strip remains a building site for fourth year running (photos)
The contractor on the Larnaca–Dhekelia road project has requested yet another extension, pushing the works into a fourth year and…