Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Cyprus (2024)

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September 26 Daily News Briefing 4:06

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In today's episode, the government on Wednesday said it was at its highest level of preparedness for evacuations from the region, as Britain announced 700 troops were being deployed to Cyprus to help UK nationals leave Lebanon. Meanwhile, President Nikos Christodoulides addressed the 79th United Nations General Assembly, focusing on Cyprus’ role in…

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BONUS EPISODE! Follow Where Reason Leads: Zeno of Citium & Stoicism with Andrew Erskine 37:32

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In this episode, Professor Andrew Erskine (University of Edinburgh) delves into the life and legacy of Zeno of Citium, the ancient philosopher whose teachings laid the foundation for the Stoic school of thought. Born in Citium (Kition) Cyprus, Zeno's journey from humble beginnings to philosophical prominence is a testament to the power of resilienc…

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Cyprus News Digest 20th September 2024 29:56

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The Ecological Movement is reporting Cyprus to the EU for mismanagement of waste disposal and possible misuse of European funds; 21st September is International Day of Peace, and there will be celebrations at the Home For Cooperation in the buffer zoneAutor: Rosie Charalambous

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The Title Deeds One 36:44

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It’s what everyone is talking about. Getting the title deeds for the property you may own. We hear, in this episode, from Carina Svenson from Sweden and American Dean Lewis with their take on how this is affecting them personally.

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September 25 Daily News Briefing 4:01

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In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides appointed Andreas Papaconstantinou as the new auditor-general. Meanwhile, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the federal model for a solution to the Cyprus problem has "completely lost its validity". Elsewhere, Christodoulides' favourability ratings are now lower than those of late Presid…

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September 24 Daily News Briefing 4:23

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In today's episode, Diko MP Zacharias Koulias’ plan to appoint a new auditor-general as acting president was thwarted by House President Annita Demetriou, who cancelled her overseas trip to prevent his move. Meanwhile, the number of migrants arriving in Cyprus through irregular means has significantly dropped in 2024, with just over 5,000 arrivals …

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September 23 Daily News Briefing 5:12

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In today’s episode, thousands of people gathered on Sunday to protest former Auditor-General Odysseas Michaelides’ dismissal by the Supreme Constitutional Court. Elsewhere, ten suspects were charged on Sunday for rioting outside Alphamega stadium in Limassol ahead of a scheduled Ael-Apollon match. Also, port police rescued a British couple in Limas…

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September 20 Daily News Briefing 6:01

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In today’s episode, legal experts have labelled the dismissal of Odysseas Michaelides as auditor-general a landmark case in Cypriot justice. Lawyer Achilleas Emilianides called the ruling harsh, portraying Michaelides as one of the worst officials ever, despite his ten years of service. Elsewhere, President Nikos Christodoulides and Greek Prime Min…

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September 19 Daily News Briefing 3:46

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In today’s episode, Attorney-General Odysseas Michaelides was fired. Outside court, he said the system has "successfully beheaded me", and claimed there had been a coordinated effort by Cyprus' establishment to have him removed from his position. Elsewhere, the now-infamous Cyprus Health and Social Sciences University in Morphou was paying invoices…

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September 18 Daily News Briefing 2:50

12d ago2:50

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In today’s episode, the government greenlit Cyprus' participation in the Great Sea Interconnector. Meanwhile, revenue generated from gambling in 2023 exceeded €1 billion. Elsewhere, the British bases' environmental experts recorded a total of 382 sea turtles on their beaches this year. All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by…

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September 17 Daily News Briefing 4:19

13d ago4:19

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In today's episode, President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday said the Cyprus Football Association (CFA) should take responsibility over the violence which unfolded ahead of an Ael-Apollon match on Sunday and not try to hide behind their powers allowing them to run their own house. Meanwhile, intense discussions are set to take place on Tuesday reg…

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September 16 Daily News Briefing 4:21

14d ago4:21

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In today's episode, “exemplary” punishment will be meted out to four men who were arrested after serious incidents of football violence at the Ael-Apollo match in Limassol, Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis said on Monday. Meanwhile, Cyprus ‘had no other choice’ but to bring in US experts to help with corruption-related investigations, President N…

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NEW! Primary Source XXXI: "I want YOU for the Cypriot Mule Corps!" 1:11

15d ago1:11

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For this month's primary source, I've taken some liberty with its recording, turning this very real enlistment ad into a radio spot. However, historically speaking, there was no radio service at the time -- and so this certainly would not have been broadcast in Cyprus. Given the widespread illiteracy at the time, enlistment campaigns such as the on…

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September 13 Daily News Briefing 3:22

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In today’s episode, Turkey condemned this week's signing of a roadmap to boost two-way defence cooperation between the United States and the Republic of Cyprus. Meanwhile, President Nikos Christodoulides spoke of "progress" between Cyprus and Greece regarding the Great Sea Interconnector. Elsewhere, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said dange…

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Cyprus News Digest 13th September 2024 30:34

17d ago30:34

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We talk to two MPs who are preparing several bills to address the contentious issue of government employees receiving multiple pensions along with their salaries.Autor: Rosie Charalambous

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September 12 Daily News Briefing 2:50

18d ago2:50

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In today’s episode, United States sanctions imposed on entities and individuals on Cyprus are not targeting the country but oligarchs and arms traders who enable Russia to continued to waging its war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the supreme constitutional court rejected an appeal filed by a Syrian businessman against the revocation of his Cypriot citizen…

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September 11 Daily News Briefing 4:02

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In today's episode, in between performing the largest concerts the island has ever seen, music superstar Ed Sheeran visited the British base of Dhekelia where he met forces personnelle and every gave an intimate performance on a beach there. Meanwhile, MPs were apparently shocked to hear the government’s proposal that currently serving state offici…

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September 10 Daily News Briefing 4:51

20d ago4:51

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In today’s episode, the eagerly-awaited meeting, which will help the government decided whether to give the green light to the Great Sea Interconnector project, will be held at the presidential palace today. Elsewhere, parties and deputies tabled 11 different bills at the House finance committee on Monday, all aimed at regulating the payment of mul…

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September 9 Daily News Briefing 3:58

21d ago3:58

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In today's episode, President Nikos Christodoulides is to meet with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on September 23, according to reports. Meanwhile, television series Famagusta’s director Andreas Georgiou said the message the series was intended to convey was “to love each other”. Elsewhere, villagers from the Limassol district o…

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September 6 Daily News Briefing 4:36

24d ago4:36

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In today’s episode, the auditor-general's office currently cannot determine the full extent of Covid-19 benefit funds given to ineligible applicants. Meanwhile, the government postponed its decision on the regulatory framework for the Great Sea Interconnector project to next Tuesday. Elsewhere, the Immovable Property Commission has settled a total …

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Cyprus News Digest 6th September 2024 30:49

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Will the Aphrodite gas field ever be exploited? Will the Vassiliko project ever come to fruition? Who is responsible for giving the go-ahead (or not) to the Great Sea Interconnector? Cyprus faces several energy conundrums, and the government postpones decisions yet again.Autor: Rosie Charalambous

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September 5 Daily News Briefing 4:16

25d ago4:16

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In today's episode, cabinet’s final decision over the regulatory framework of the leg of the Great Sea Interconnector project which runs between Crete and Cyprus was delayed for another day, with an extraordinary cabinet meeting now scheduled for Thursday. Meanwhile, pharmacies across Cyprus are threatening to close on holidays and nights starting …

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September 4 Daily News Briefing 5:15

26d ago5:15

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In today’s episode, a massive volume of evidence has been gathered by investigators looking into the suspicious naturalisation of foreign investors, with the fourth case alone – involving former Transport Minister Marios Demetriades – filling 200 box files. Elsewhere, the Committee on Missing Persons has identified 52 per cent of the remains of tho…

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September 3 Daily News Briefing 3:58

27d ago3:58

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In today's episode, former Transport Minister in the Anastasiades government Marios Demetriades has been charged in the golden passports scandal, for offences related to corruption, bribery and money laundering. Meanwhile, Health Minister Michael Damianos on Monday hailed the finding of eight kidney cross-transplant pairs between Cyprus and Israel.…

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30. Living on the Edge: Earthquakes and The Kourion Urban Space Project with Laura Swantek 1:37:24

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In the 4th century, a series of powerful earthquakes shook the island of Cyprus, leaving a profound impact on its inhabitants and Kourion in particular. These seismic events not only disrupted daily life but also reshaped the landscape, causing widespread destruction and challenging the resilience of Cypriots. The earthquakes of the 4th century sta…

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September 2 Daily News Briefing 2:27

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In today’s episode, stakeholders in the Aphrodite natural gas field submitted to the government a new development plan for the field. Meanwhile, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar was outraged over streaming service Netflix's decision to show the television series 'Famagusta'. Elsewhere, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said this school year w…

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August 30 Daily News Briefing 3:46

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In today’s episode, cabinet approved a bill which will create the role of a "patient advocate". Meanwhile, Cyprus expressed satisfaction with the outcome of informal discussions between European Union foreign ministers and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. Elsewhere, a pitbull which mauled its owner was shot dead by its owner's neighbour. All t…

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Cyprus News Digest 30th August 2024 30:42

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The rape of our environment continues: an illegal construction impinges on our waterways and there are plans to put sunbeds on one of our iconic beaches; the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra launches a competition to find talented young soloists; the interconnector saga rumbles on.Autor: Rosie Charalambous

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August 29 Daily News Briefing 4:38

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In today’s episode, Cyprus’ authorities “have not seen” the financing plan for the Great Sea Interconnector project, the finance ministry’s permanent secretary George Panteli said. Elsewhere, Police announced the arrest for sexual crimes of the 64-year-old man involved in the Limassol investigation, which had started off last week with the man repo…

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August 28 Daily News Briefing 4:25

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In today's episode, a total of 184 deaths in Cyprus have been attributed to drug overdoses since 2004, data released by the Cyprus National Addictions Authority (NAAC) shows. Meanwhile, around 20,000 hunters went out on Sunday, the first day of the pheasant hunting season, game fund spokesman Petros Anayiotos said on Tuesday. Elsewhere, the police …

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August 27 Daily News Briefing 3:26

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In today’s episode, Cyprus has seen the second largest drop in the number of firefighters within its ranks across 12 European Union member states. Meanwhile, 94 people have been arrested so far this year in connection with human smuggling offences. Elsewhere, over 100 British medical personnel have been deployed to the British bases in Cyprus as th…

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August 26 Daily News Briefing 2:21

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In today’s episode, the Green Party said it had written to Auditor-General Odysseas Michaelides, calling on him to investigate a property accused of breaching environmental regulations. Meanwhile, the reference point for the Cyprus problem is now the United Nations General Assembly, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said. Elsewhere, a 10-year-ol…

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The Immovable Property One 46:59

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It’s what everyone is talking about. The new laws around property for expats. We get the latest information from Caroline Houghton from The Foreign Residents in the TRNC group, who is working hard with the government to make sense of all these new laws. She is a busy lady but found time to chat with Roger.…

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August 23 Daily News Briefing 4:40

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In today's episode, a private construction project by a well-connected Greek Cypriot architect has sparked protests after appropriating a waterfall on Kryos Potamos, a Troodos river known for the Caledonian and Millomeri falls. Meanwhile, the government has urged the Electricity Authority to implement immediate measures to reduce the risk of fires …

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August 22 Daily News Briefing 4:43

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In today's episode, the Cyprus government and the Turkish Cypriot leadership are in a furious row over a decision by tour operator Tui to stop daytrips to the north, with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar gearing up to open hotels in Varosha in retaliation. Meanwhile, Limassol police are investigating an assault and theft involving a 64-year-old m…

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August 21 Daily News Briefing 3:30

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In today’s episode, up to 100,000 people could be evacuated from Lebanon through Cyprus, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said. Meanwhile, the number of migrants stranded in the buffer zone has reached 86. Elsewhere, Turkish Cypriots have reacted angrily to a reported deal struck between the Republic of Cyprus and tour operators to cut the numb…

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August 20 Daily News Briefing 3:00

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In today’s episode, the government will nominate Costas Kadis to be European Commissioner. Meanwhile, Greek doctors are seeking work in Cyprus' Gesy. Elsewhere, a man was fined €23,500 after being found trying to trap mouflon in snares with the aim of selling them on. All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.…

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August 19 Daily News Briefing 4:56

1M ago4:56

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In today’s episode, a teenager currently being held on remand for a double murder in Limassol last month has reportedly admitted to the killing, Limassol District Court heard on Sunday. Elsewhere, bread sold as wholemeal may not be, chairman of the House environment committee Charalambos Theopemptou has said. Also, with its political and economic t…

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August 16 Daily News Briefing 3:50

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In today’s episode, Ahmet Tugcu, the leader of the north's electricity authority Kib-Tek's employees' trade union El-Sen, was arrested and then released as chaos ensued over late-night attempts to fix faulty machinery at the Teknecik power station near Kyrenia. Meanwhile, a 25-year-old Israeli national appeared in court over an ongoing investigatio…

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Primary Source XXX: The Sibylline Oracle 1:17

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The Sibyls of ancient Greece and Rome were oracles that divined the future by channeling the god, Apollo. Sibyls were considered to be intermediaries between the mortal world and the divine realm, and their pronouncements were highly regarded by the Greeks. Sibyls were often consulted by individuals, city-states, and rulers seeking guidance on impo…

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August 13 Daily News Briefing 4:11

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In today's episode, the 64-officer mission set to fly to Greece in the early hours of Tuesday has been called off. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said the Greek government has changed its request to the EU civil protection mechanism and now is asking for land and air support. Meanwhile, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar pilloried Ni…

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August 12 Daily News Briefing 4:29

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In today’s episode, a series of events and memorial services were held to commemorate the 28th anniversary of the deaths of Tasos Isaac and Solomos Solomou, who were killed during demonstrations in the buffer zone in 1996, as well as the Helios air disaster, which occurred in 2005. Meanwhile, Cyprus "has a duty to help" in the evacuation of Europea…

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August 9 Daily News Briefing 3:17

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In today’s episode, people living in the buffer zone called the fence stretching across the Green Line "useless". Meanwhile, Cyprus will respond to the European Commission's request to be refunded the €69m in grants for the LNG project by the first week of September. Elsewhere, a six-year-old child was left alone on a bus for around an hour after f…

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Cyprus News Digest 9th August 2024 29:26

2M ago29:26

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The so-called 'fake news' bill will stifle criticism of public figures and freedom of speech: journalists could end up in jail. Cyprus' coasts may be irrevocably changed and biodiversity destroyed if proposed new breakwaters are allowed to be constructed.Autor: Rosie Charalambous

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August 8 Daily News Briefing 4:29

2M ago4:29

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In today's episode, Cypriot dinghy sailor Pavlos Kontides won a silver medal at the Olympic Games on Wednesday, finishing second in the medal race in the French city of Marseille to secure overall second place behind Australian Matt Wearn. Meanwhile, the government is being sued for migrant pushbacks over the dozens of asylum seekers still stranded…

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August 7 Daily News Briefing 5:15

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In today’s episode, a police officer facing trial for rape anddomestic violence has won an appeal that means he will be released from custody on bail. Elsewhere, Germany was preparing to evacuate thousands of its nationals from Lebanon and elsewhere in the Middle East via Cyprus, amid concerns over an escalation of the conflict between Israel and I…

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August 6 Daily News Briefing 4:19

2M ago4:19

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In today's episode, President Nikos Christodoulides was not “invited” to a tripartite meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on August 13 but “sounded out” over such a meeting, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Monday. Meanwhile, far-right British fugitive Tommy Robi…

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August 5 Daily News Briefing 2:35

2M ago2:35

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In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides was not "invited" to a tripartite meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on August 13 but "sounded out" over such a meeting, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said. Meanwhile, police arrested the mother of a three-month-old…

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August 2 Daily News Briefing 4:16

2M ago4:16

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In today's episode, Cyprus is continuing pushbacks, it emerged on Thursday, even attempting to send migrants who arrived by sea into the buffer zone. Meanwhile, a European arrest warrant has been issued for the mother of a three-month-old infant who died in horrific conditions, infested with insect bites and severely malnourished. Elsewhere, 43 per…

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29. Dedicating to your God: The Votive Tradition with Erin Averett 1:01:58

2M ago1:01:58

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Votive practices in Cyprus have long been an integral part of the island's rich cultural and religious traditions. Cypriots have engaged in diverse acts of votive offerings to express gratitude, seek divine favor, or fulfill vows. In ancient Cyprus, votives played a significant role in the worship of various deities. The sanctuaries dedicated to go…

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