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Cyprus news in the “World” category — updated throughout the day.
WorldMoroccan graduates plan Rabat protest over northern Cyprus degree recognition
Rabat, Morocco. Moroccan nationals who studied at universities in northern Cyprus have announced plans to hold a sit-in outside the education ministry over Morocco’s continued refusal to recognise degrees issued by institutions in the…
WorldFrance heatwave strains funeral homes as excess deaths rise
Orléans, France. A record-breaking late-June heatwave brought a surge in deaths that overwhelmed funeral services in parts of…
WorldNine dead, more than 15 feared trapped after tunnel blast in India’s Sikkim
Samardung, India. Nine people were killed and more than 15 were feared trapped after a suspected gas blast…
WorldMajor events recorded on July 21
Nicosia, Cyprus. July 21 has seen major developments in transport, space exploration, warfare, finance, diplomacy and sport. Events…
WorldLebanese Army Deploys in Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh After Israeli Withdrawal
Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh, Lebanon. Lebanese army troops began deploying in the southern town of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh on Tuesday after…
WorldOil prices fall as U.S.-Iran mediation reports offset conflict risks
Washington, United States. Oil prices fell on Tuesday as markets assessed reports of mediation efforts between the United…
WorldBurnham government plans VAT cut on domestic electricity bills
London, United Kingdom. The government of new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to remove value-added tax from…
WorldU.S. says latest Iran strikes targeted command centers and launch sites
Washington, United States. The U.S. military said late Monday it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran,…
WorldTrump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian imports over trade dispute
Washington, United States. President Donald Trump has announced 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian imports, citing what…
WorldMan charged with murder of former minister Ann Widdecombe as motive investigation continues
London, United Kingdom. British prosecutors said Joshua Kerry, 28, has been charged with murdering former government minister Ann…
WorldFrench parliamentary committee agrees on social media ban for under-15s
Paris, France. A reconciliation committee of France’s Parliament agreed on Monday on a bill that would ban access…