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SocietyCyprus clocks move back an hour on October 25
Cyprus switches from daylight saving to winter time on Sunday, October 25, when clocks move from 3am to 2am, bringing earlier daylight and earlier darkness.
WorldJordan increases security as search continues for gunmen behind deadly church attack
Security measures were increased across Jordan as authorities searched for gunmen who killed eight people and injured 40…
IncidentsThree arrested as overnight police checks cover vehicles and premises across Cyprus
Police checked 875 vehicles and 1,175 occupants during overnight operations across Cyprus, making three arrests and recording traffic…
WorldHALC urges Rubio to reject Turkey-Libya maritime memorandum
HALC has asked Marco Rubio to reject the Turkey-Libya maritime memorandum, warning of risks to Greek sovereign rights,…
IncidentsMan arrested after police intercept methamphetamine parcel in Cyprus
Police detained a 35-year-old on Friday after intercepting a parcel containing about 1.2kg of methamphetamine in an operation…
IncidentsPolice investigate reception vandalism at Emba building complex
Police are seeking two masked suspects accused of using metal pipes to damage a building complex’s reception area…
SocietyCyprus forecast: Clear Saturday with inland highs of 30C, rain expected Tuesday
The Meteorological Department forecasts mostly clear weather in Cyprus on Saturday, with inland temperatures near 30C, before rain…
CultureNicosia breweries plan beer festival with Halloween activities on October 31
Golem Brewhouse and Crossline Brewing will bring local beers, music and Halloween activities for all ages to Nicosia’s…
WorldMorgan Stanley favours Greek banks, with Alpha Bank its top pick
Morgan Stanley sees further gains for Greek banking shares, led by Alpha Bank, while highlighting Eurobank’s earnings prospects…
WorldFrench luxury shops tighten security before Saturday protests
Luxury retailers in France have boarded up windows, added guards and planned closures after rioters looted hundreds of…
WorldGerman police detain suspect after fire at historic Eagle’s Nest retreat
Police are examining whether a suspect detained near the Kehlsteinhaus in Bavaria was linked to a fire that…