The Cyprus News Digest (news and politics)

Will sanctions on Russia have the desired effect - or will the West's energy needs come first, and what are the alternatives? Demonstrators gather in Nicosia to protest against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Category:News and politics -- posted at: 9:21am MSK

Systematic gender discrimination in the Cyprus national guard is under the spotlight; a lizard is added to the island's rich list of endemic species; efforts continue to promote sustainable tourism and the reduction of plastic

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Category:News and politics -- posted at: 9:34pm MSK

A catalogue of delays, failures and incompetence in the energy sector is costing Cypriot taxpayers millions of Euros.

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Category:News and politics -- posted at: 11:54am MSK

Are plans to make bicycle helmets compulsory detracting from the lack of proper road safety infrastructure in Cyprus? Disabled people who use assistance dogs are facing discrimination, which is illegal under EU law.

Direct download: Cyprus_News_Digest_11th_February_2022.mp3
Category:News and politics -- posted at: 4:49pm MSK

Are both sides in Cyprus are using the issue of Varosha for their own political ends? After a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court will the Ayia Napa rape case now be fully and properly investigated and those accused face justice? Buses in Nicosia and Larnaca now offer 5G connectivity.

Direct download: Cyprus_News_Digest_4th_February_2022.mp3
Category:News and politics -- posted at: 5:26pm MSK

Cyprus drops down the corruption rankings; a new law aims to protect whistleblowers, but will it work? The cold snap will continue for the next few days but milder conditions are expected in February. 

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Category:News and politics -- posted at: 5:51pm MSK

Dead flamingo indicates that Cyprus' wetlands are poisoned with lead pellets; government policies are exacerbating tension between refugees and host communities, as well as infringing human rights

Direct download: Cyprus_News_Digest_21st_January_2022.mp3
Category:News and politics -- posted at: 4:39pm MSK

How serious is Cyprus about the European Green Deal and sustainable mobility solutions? If citizens understood the true cost of car ownership (almost 400 euros per month) they might look for more cost effective alternatives, but are these available?

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Category:News and politics -- posted at: 11:35am MSK

Cyprus will participate for the first time in the World Poetry Slam Championship; the Italian ambassador leaves with fond memories of Cyprus; the EU Commission Representation in Cyprus hosts an online discussion about migration and integration

Direct download: Cyprus_News_Digest_17th_December_2021.mp3
Category:News and politics -- posted at: 9:35pm MSK

Despite Covid restrictions, the Christmas mountain villages will go ahead; Italy honours Rita Severis for her contribution to bilateral cultural relations, and before leaving the island, the UN special advisor tells Cypriots not to give up hope for a Cyprus solution

Direct download: Cyprus_News_Digest_10th_December_2021.mp3
Category:News and politics -- posted at: 9:58am MSK