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Spain, ’s ex-soccer chief Rubiales to stand trial for kissing player

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Spain, ’s ex-soccer chief Rubiales to stand trial for kissing player

Former Spanish soccer federation chief Luis Rubiales will stand trial for his unsolicited kiss of national team player Jenni Hermoso. Rubiales faces one count of sexual assault and one of coercion for his alleged actions. The High Court will also try the former coach of the women’s national team, Jorge Vilda, the team’s current sporting director, Albert Luque, and the federation’s head of marketing, Ruben Rivera. The court set a bail of 65,000 euros for Rubiales’ charge of sexual assault and another 65,000 euros to be posted jointly between Rubiales, Vilda, Luque, and Rivera for the coercion charge.

Old GSP stadium area project to be finished in autumn

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Old GSP stadium area project to be finished in autumn

The project to renovate the area of the old GSP stadium in Nicosia will be completed in the autumn. The project costs around €20 million and will add to the large pedestrian area on the southwestern side of the walled city, functioning as a “green lung”.

30kg of smuggled lamb meat seized at crossing point

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30kg of smuggled lamb meat seized at crossing point

Fact: 30 kilograms of smuggled lamb meat was seized at the Ayios Dhometios crossing point by Turkish Cypriot police.

Chestertons Global launches in Cyprus

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Chestertons Global launches in Cyprus

Chestertons Global has expanded into the Cyprus property market with the launch of Chestertons Cyprus Residential, which will operate out of two premises in Paphos.

‘, No reason why Cyprus can’t have a big-time F1 driver’

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‘, No reason why Cyprus can’t have a big-time F1 driver’

– Sean Kelly, a Formula 1 statistician, discussed the challenges and potential pathways for aspiring talents from countries like Cyprus and Greece.
– One of the biggest barriers to entering Formula 1 is financial, with drivers needing substantial financial backing to reach the highest levels of the sport.
– Kelly emphasized the importance of financial support in a driver’s journey to Formula 1, stating that 80% of the job as a racing driver is putting money together.
– Access to motorsport infrastructure is also crucial for aspiring drivers, with moving to another country with developed facilities often necessary.
– Kelly highlighted the potential for success for drivers from under-represented nations, citing examples of smaller countries producing celebrated drivers like the Netherlands.
– The proposed Mediterranean Grand Prix could potentially elevate the sport’s profile in regions like Greece and Cyprus, opening new doors for local talents.
– With the right mix of talent, financial support, and investment in infrastructure, overcoming the challenges of reaching Formula 1 is possible for drivers from less represented countries.

Second arrest made over torching of police car

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Second arrest made over torching of police car

Fact: A second arrest was made in connection with the torching of a police car in Limassol on Easter Saturday night.

Olympic flame arrives in Marseille amid tight security

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Olympic flame arrives in Marseille amid tight security

The Olympic flame reached Marseille, just outside the Old Port, 79 days before the Paris 2024 Games Opening Ceremony.

Art exhibition at Ekate captures the human spirit

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Art exhibition at Ekate captures the human spirit

A new art exhibition titled “The Wanderer” by Anthoula Simadiakou is set to open in Nicosia at Ekate (Cyprus Chamber of Fine Arts) on May 17. The artist draws inspiration from diverse cultures and human encounters during her travels, capturing the human soul in her artworks. The exhibition features paintings created with different materials and techniques, aiming to convey vitality and explosive expression. Simadiakou’s goal is to invite viewers to embrace the beauty of diversity and feel the truths of the human soul.

AstraZeneca to withdraw COVID vaccine globally as demand dips

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AstraZeneca to withdraw COVID vaccine globally as demand dips

AstraZeneca has initiated the worldwide withdrawal of its COVID-19 vaccine, Vaxzevria, due to a surplus of available updated vaccines since the pandemic.

MPs reject president, ’s referral of police law

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MPs reject president, ’s referral of police law

The House legal committee rejected President Nikos Christodoulides’ referral of a law that would grant the police chief powers to appoint specialist staff. This decision was made to prevent potential risks to democracy.