What to see at Summer film festival
Fact: The Images and Views of Alternative Cinema Festival will take place at the Hambis Municipal Printmaking Museum in Nicosia from June 3 to 9, featuring film screenings and discussions.
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Indian motorcyclist killed in collision with truck in Larnaca
A 28-year-old Indian motorcyclist died in a collision with a truck in Larnaca. The accident happened when the truck attempted a right turn and hit the stationary motorcycle at a red light. The motorcyclist, who was married to a local Greek Cypriot, died from his injuries at the hospital. Initial tests on the truck driver for alcohol and drugs were negative, but a warrant will be issued for his arrest for further investigation.
Limassol driver acquitted in 2019 death of school inspector
A 41-year-old driver was acquitted by the Limassol District Court in the 2019 death of school inspector Petros Petrou, 62. The victim was struck by the defendant’s vehicle while crossing a street, and factors such as inadequate lighting and the victim’s dark clothing were considered in the ruling. The Court found the driver was not reckless, driving within the speed limit and designated lane. Expert testimony showed the collision was unavoidable due to a short reaction time. Improvements have been made to the road since the accident. The family of the deceased may choose to appeal the decision.
Two dead, five missing after suspected boat collision on Danube in Hungary
Two people were killed and five others were missing after a suspected collision between a small motor boat and a cruise ship on the Danube River north of Budapest. Police found the body of an adult man near the site and a woman’s body further downstream. The accident involved eight adults on the small boat, and the cruise ship involved was identified as the 109-metre-long Heidelberg. Police have launched a criminal investigation to determine the cause of the accident.
Pedestrian, 77, killed in Kokkinotrimithia hit-and-run
A 77-year-old woman named Eleni Stavrinidou from Kokkinotrimithia passed away after being hit by a car in a hit-and-run accident. The incident took place on Eirinis and Filias Street around 6:00 am. The driver, a 23-year-old man, fled the scene but later turned himself in to the police. Stavrinidou was taken to Nicosia General Hospital where she was pronounced dead. The cause of her death will be determined by a forensic autopsy. Police are urging anyone with information about the collision to come forward.
Ederson to miss title decider and FA Cup final
Fact: Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson will miss the last two games of the season, including the FA Cup final, due to a small fracture of his eye socket.
Two morning rush-hour crashes in Limassol; ten cars involved
Two separate traffic collisions occurred around 8 a.m. on Thursday on the Limassol motorway and the Limassol bypass, with Police advising drivers to exercise caution in the area. The first collision, involving five vehicles, took place on the bypass between the Agia Phyla and Mesa Geitonia roundabouts, in the direction of Nicosia, with no reported injuries. The second collision, also involving five vehicles, occurred on the Limassol motorway heading towards Paphos, near the Agios Athanasios Municipality. Two individuals will be taken to the hospital for medical examinations as a precaution. Police officers are at the scenes, conducting investigations and regulating traffic flow.
Four in hospital after Nicosia collision
Four people were injured in a head-on collision on the Arediou-Klirou road in Nicosia. The accident is still under investigation by police.
Fire services rescue 19-year-old driver trapped in car (Update)
A 19-year-old driver in Larnaca was trapped after deviating from his course and hitting road railings. Firefighters used hydraulic rescue equipment to extricate him and he was taken to the hospital with fractures, broken ribs, and a broken nose. The police are investigating the crash, with the driver testing negative for alcohol.
Sixty injured in Buenos Aires train collision
At least 60 people were injured in a train collision in Buenos Aires.