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Man punched because , ‘headlights were too bright’

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Man punched because , ‘headlights were too bright’

A 33-year-old man was punched in the face for driving with headlights that were deemed “too bright” by a 50-year-old man. The incident occurred near the village of Singrasi around 1 am, on the road between Ercan (Tymbou) airport and Trikomo. The altercation led to the younger man sustaining a cut on his left eyebrow. The 50-year-old was arrested and found to be over the legal alcohol limit for driving. The police are investigating the matter.

Police launch nationwide traffic campaign tomorrow, as carnival week begins

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Police launch nationwide traffic campaign tomorrow, as carnival week begins

The police are launching a weeklong campaign focused on preventing fatal and serious road accidents and raising seat belt awareness, including for back seats and children’s safety chairs. The campaign will start tomorrow and last until Sunday, March 17, coinciding with the Grand Parade in Limassol. This initiative is part of a European-wide effort in cooperation with the European Police Traffic Network ROADPOL. Data from 2020-2022 shows that nearly 60% of road accident victims were not wearing a seat belt, and globally, 75% of people ejected from their vehicles in collisions are killed. The police aim to improve safety on the road networks.

The artistic flair inspiring greener European cities

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The artistic flair inspiring greener European cities

In Amsterdam, the Stadhouderskade thoroughfare is being transformed into a nature-friendly area with the help of students from various disciplines. This initiative, known as the “Green Mile,” is supported by six Dutch organizations including the Rijksmuseum and Heineken. The transformation aims to reduce car traffic and increase green spaces. The project is part of the CRAFT research project, which received EU funding and runs through April 2025. CRAFT is inspired by the “New European Bauhaus” initiative, aiming to integrate art, culture, and nature into daily life. Amsterdam, along with Bologna and Prague, is a leading city in this initiative, sharing knowledge and experiences to promote sustainable urban transformation. Activities in Amsterdam include installing an “insect hotel” and organizing clean-up events. The goal is to make Stadhouderskade a green and sustainable area by 2030. Another EU-funded project, CreaTures, explored the role of arts in addressing climate change through various experiments, including a role-play game in Finsbury Park, London. The project concluded in 2022 and aimed to inspire more active engagement with the environment through creative arts.

Drink driver arrested at almost seven times limit

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Drink driver arrested at almost seven times limit

Police in Polis Chrysochous arrested a 41-year-old man for drink-driving and evading arrest after he crashed his vehicle into a water-pumping machine on the Prodromi-Polis Road. The incident occurred around 8pm on Thursday. The man, who was not injured, appeared drunk and refused an alcohol test at the scene. A subsequent test at the station showed an alcohol level of 147µg, significantly above the legal limit of 22µg. Additionally, it was discovered that he was driving without a license, insurance, and road tax.

Czech farmers dump manure on Prague streets in renewed protests [PHOTOS]

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Czech farmers dump manure on Prague streets in renewed protests [PHOTOS]

Czech farmers protested in front of the government’s office in Prague, demanding more support and a halt to cheap imports to the European Union. They blocked streets with tractors, dumped manure in front of government headquarters, and called for the removal of restrictions from the Green Deal plan and for customs duties on Ukrainian farm products to be reimposed. This protest is part of a wider movement across the EU, with similar actions in Poland and Brussels. The Czech farmers’ demands include subsidies matching 2022 levels, employment support programs, reduced property tax for farmland, and measures to tackle surplus in EU markets due to cheap imports. The government has refused to be pressured, with Prime Minister Petr Fiala calling it “blackmail” and Agriculture Minister Marek Vyborny criticizing the manure dumping.

Nicosia municipality identifies hazardous buildings

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Nicosia municipality identifies hazardous buildings

The Municipality of Nicosia has declared a series of buildings as dangerous after inspections by trained engineers/technicians. These buildings are declared dangerous according to Cypriot legislation, specifically under the Road and Building Regulation Law, Article 15B. The concerned owners have been informed and are urged to contact the Municipality’s Technical Service to take necessary measures to remove the danger. Failure to do so may result in the Municipality taking action to eliminate the risk, imposing an administrative fine of up to €20,000, and/or initiating a criminal case.

Unficyp , ‘continues to injustice Turkish Cypriot people’

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Unficyp , ‘continues to injustice Turkish Cypriot people’

The Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, criticized the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp) for allegedly being biased against the Turkish Cypriot people and acting under the influence of the Greek Cypriots. He mentioned that construction on a road through the buffer zone between Pyla and Arsos was halted due to the influence of Greece. Tatar also demanded that Unficyp sign a Status of Forces agreement with the authorities in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) to operate there.

Report on Akamas roadworks expected , ‘within days’

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Report on Akamas roadworks expected , ‘within days’

A report on the construction work on roads in the Akamas region is expected to be completed soon, with Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou indicating it will be submitted to the cabinet by mid-March at the latest. Construction in the area was temporarily halted since November due to environmental concerns and allegations of deviation from the agreed parameters. The National Akamas Forest Plan, allowing construction in certain areas, was initiated in September but faced opposition from environmental groups for violating conditions of the plan. President Nikos Christodoulides expressed annoyance at the deviation from the agreed plans. Contractor Cyfield halted all construction works until issues were resolved. The House environment committee criticized the government’s handling of the situation. Petitions have been filed at the European Parliament’s petitions committee, requesting measures to protect the area’s biodiversity.

Widespread road violations during nationwide campaign

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Widespread road violations during nationwide campaign

During the European Road Safety Week, police in Cyprus inspected a total of 688 trucks, identifying 852 traffic violations. This initiative was part of a broader campaign conducted across several European countries, focusing on the safety of trucks and buses. Inspections were carried out island-wide, examining the technical and mechanical condition of vehicles, as well as the documentation of both the vehicles and their professional drivers. Violations detected included issues with tachographs (243 reports), speeding (44 reports), driving under the influence (3 reports), exceeding driving time limits (13 reports), excessive or unsafe loading (40 reports), worn tires (47 reports), failure to use seat belts (33 reports), and various other infractions (429 reports). Additionally, 154 buses were inspected, resulting in 39 reports, primarily concerning vehicle documents.