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A transitional period with lots to do in the garden

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A transitional period with lots to do in the garden

In May, gardens in Cyprus are filled with blooming flowers such as roses, Queen Elizabeth roses, and Texas Ranger shrubs. Fruit trees like oranges, lemons, and olives are popular in gardens, and the last month to feed them with fertilizer is May. Prunus and citrus trees are hermaphrodite and can be affected by diseases like canker. Mediterranean fruit fly is a common problem for fruit trees in Cyprus. Agapanthus and Hemerocallis are popular summer flowering plants, while Bougainvillea is a much-loved climber that grows well in dry and hot conditions. Bougainvillea is known for its brightly-colored bracts and can be challenging to prune.

Island, ’s oldest police station poised for facelift

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Island, ’s oldest police station poised for facelift

Fact: Nicosia’s Paphos Gate police station has been empty for nearly a decade and is set to undergo a significant renovation project.

Apple’s Maryland store workers vote to authorize strike

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Apple’s Maryland store workers vote to authorize strike

Apple workers at the Towson, Maryland store have voted in favor of authorizing a strike due to concerns over work-life balance, scheduling practices, and wages. Apple workers in Maryland joined the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers union in June 2022. Meanwhile, workers at the Short Hills, New Jersey store voted against unionizing, with the Communications Workers of America blaming Apple’s behavior for the defeat. Apple did not respond to requests for comment on the vote against unionization in New Jersey.

Tales from the Coffeeshop: Cost-cutting: increasing the taxpayer, ’s costs

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Tales from the Coffeeshop: Cost-cutting: increasing the taxpayer, ’s costs

Fact: Tornaritis is not very popular among Disy supporters because of his two-faced role in the last presidential elections.

What, ’s next on the live music scene

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What, ’s next on the live music scene

– The Stabat Mater concert will be held in the Limassol district at the Cyprus Wine Museum in Erimi village with mezzo-soprano Anoki von Arx, soprano Vasiliki Konstantinou, and pianist Milena Romanova.
– The Latin jazz band Havana Noche will perform at Sarah’s Jazz Club in Nicosia on May 18.
– Rumba Attack will perform flamenco-rumba and Latin sounds at Agrovino Wine Bar in Lofou on May 23.
– Locomondo, a Greek reggae band, will have a concert at Pyrgos Municipal Stadium in Larnaca on May 25.

The mother of all climate feedbacks?

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The mother of all climate feedbacks?

The global temperature has been increasing, with the past eleven months experiencing the hottest temperatures ever recorded. The cause of this increase in temperature is uncertain, with potential factors including the reduction of pollution reflecting sunlight, unknown feedback mechanisms, and the release of heat from the oceans. The exact cause is still unknown, highlighting the depth of our ignorance and the danger of the situation.

Reddit shares soar as earnings show advertising, AI licensing revenue potential

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Reddit shares soar as earnings show advertising, AI licensing revenue potential

Reddit shares soared 14% after strong revenue growth and improving profitability in its first earnings since its market debut.

Ferrari sticks to 2024 guidance after Q1 earnings rise, shares fall

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Ferrari sticks to 2024 guidance after Q1 earnings rise, shares fall

Ferrari’s core earnings rose 13% in the first quarter of the year.

Our View: Pinning hopes on civil society is an act of desperation

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Our View: Pinning hopes on civil society is an act of desperation

UN Secretary-General’s personal envoy Maria Angel Holguin has not found common ground for new talks on the Cyprus problem.

Airbnb slumps as gloomy forecast fans slowdown fears

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Airbnb slumps as gloomy forecast fans slowdown fears

Airbnb shares fell more than 6% due to weak forecasts for the second quarter, with concerns about slowing growth at the vacation rental firm. The company projected lower revenue for the current quarter, with a relatively flat growth rate of room nights booked. Investors were worried about moderating leisure travel demand in the US. Despite the slump in shares, some analysts believe the pullback is an overreaction and that the outlook for 2024 remains relatively unchanged.