The rate of progress on the under-construction road between Paphos and Polis Chrysochous is worrying, with difficulties in finding suitable materials for construction of embankments causing delays. The contractor has requested a 33-month extension for the project’s completion time. The project may be divided into two separate sections to expedite progress.
Brazil’s central bank has decided to divide the process of regulating crypto-assets and virtual asset service providers into phases, with regulatory proposals expected by the end of this year.
A 28-year-old man was killed in a crash on a road in Pervolia, Larnaca. The man was on his motorbike when a 34-year-old truck driver crashed into him while turning right. The truck driver tested negative for alcohol and drugs. An arrest warrant was requested for the truck driver by Larnaca police.
Fact: Ali Abbasi’s drama “The Apprentice” premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, focusing on Donald Trump’s rise as a New York real estate mogul.
Fact: Michael Cohen testified that he stole money from Trump’s company as a form of “self-help” during Trump’s hush money trial.
The Livingston Chamber of Commerce opposes a proposed 2.5 percent tax hike on high-earning businesses in New Jersey, which would fund NJ Transit.
Julian Assange has been granted permission to appeal against extradition to the U.S. by arguing that he might not have free speech rights in a U.S. court. The appeal is based on concerns that he could be discriminated against as a foreign national. Assange is wanted in the U.S. on 18 charges related to WikiLeaks’ release of secret U.S. documents. The appeal was welcomed by his supporters, who gathered outside the court. If the ruling had gone against him, Assange could have been extradited to the U.S. within 24 hours. U.S. assurances that Assange could rely on First Amendment protections were deemed inadequate by his legal team. The appeal will now cover all 18 charges against him.
Iran declared five days of mourning for President Ebrahim Raisi, but the response was subdued compared to previous senior figure deaths. Despite prayers and mourning, most shops remained open. Raisi’s crackdown on anti-establishment protests in 2022-2023 led to opposition celebrating his death. Critics do not expect significant change in the regime after his passing. Raisi’s legacy is divisive, with supporters praising his work ethic and opponents condemning his role in past executions. Many Iranians believe another hardline figure will replace him, continuing the current regime’s policies.
Fani Xenophontos is thrilled to announce an extraordinary pop-up event called “Carry Your Freest Spirit in Your Everyday Bag” at GOLD Boutique from Wednesday, May 29 to Saturday, June 1, 2024. The event aims to bridge the gap between fashion and conceptual art by exploring themes of personal freedom and constraint through everyday accessories, specifically bags.
Fact: The Vassiliades family owns the Oinou Yi vineyard and focuses on producing fine wines for consumption in Cyprus and abroad.