Greece advancing measures to regulate internet and social media
Greece is advancing measures to regulate internet and social media use by minors under 15, addressing concerns over digital addiction, cyberbullying, and other harmful online behavior, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos…
More people using cell phones in north Cyprus
A significant increase in the number of mobile phone subscribers was recorded in Turkish controlled northern Cyprus during the third quarter of 2024. According to data published by the “Information…
Cyprus Industrial Production Index: October 2024
In October 2024, the Industrial Production Index reached 112,5 units (base 2021=100), recording an increase of 2,0% compared to October 2023. For the period January – October 2024, the index…
EU warns of measures against ships that circumvent sanctions against Russia
The EU is announcing stricter measures against the so-called shadow fleet of ships that transport goods in and out of Russia in violation of sanctions rules. It is the latest…
Oysters responsible for food poisoning outbreak in Finland
More than a hundred people suffered from food poisoning after eating oysters in Helsinki in November-December 2024. The illnesses are reportedly linked to Dutch, French, Irish and Spanish oysters, according…
Russia and Ukraine exchange prisoners of war
On Monday, Russia and Ukraine carried out a prisoner exchange, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. They are both said to have released 150 prisoners of war each, writes Reuters.…
Jimmy Carter will be buried on January 9
Former US President Jimmy Carter (100) is scheduled to be buried on January 9, writes the New York Times. Carter, who was president from 1977 to 1981, passed away on…
Syria’s new leader wants to maintain ties with Iran
Syria needs ties with Iran also in the future, based on mutual respect, says former rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, who is now de facto Syria’s leader. He leads the armed…
Taliban threatens to close all organizations where women work
All non-governmental organizations in Afghanistan, both national and international, must stop employing women, the Taliban said in a statement Sunday evening. If this is not complied with, the organizations must…
Massive drugs haul in Spain, three arrested
Spanish authorities have seized seven tons of cocaine that was stored in buried containers on a farm in southern Spain. The police operation began on Friday when police discovered two…