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Limassol driver acquitted in 2019 death of school inspector

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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.

‘We were taught to be ashamed of our Cypriotness’

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‘We were taught to be ashamed of our Cypriotness’

Fact: Cyprus is a place that has been enriched by many hands and voices down the centuries, making it a living example of cultural synthesis and innovation.

Green NGO calls to make public those responsible for Akamas , ‘destruction’

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Green NGO calls to make public those responsible for Akamas , ‘destruction’

The Environmental Movement of Cyprus is calling for those responsible for the destruction of Akamas to be held accountable for their actions. They are demanding the immediate publication of the latest investigation into illegal interventions in Akamas and are urging President Nikos Christodoulides to make the findings public and name those responsible.

Paphos Chamber alarmed by delays in €75 million Paphos-Polis road

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Paphos Chamber alarmed by delays in €75 million Paphos-Polis road

The Paphos Chamber of Commerce and Industry is deeply concerned about delays in the Paphos-Polis Chrysochous road construction project, currently only 30% complete with a requested 33-month extension. The Chamber is urgently seeking a resolution to prevent further setbacks in this vital €75 million project. They are proposing to divide the second phase into two sections to expedite construction. The Minister of Transport has assured that all possibilities will be examined to keep the project moving forward.

Protestors block New Caledonia roads as French police pour in

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Protestors block New Caledonia roads as French police pour in

Fact: A thousand police arrived in New Caledonia from France to help control the riots and unrest on the Pacific island.

Two dead, five missing after suspected boat collision on Danube in Hungary

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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.

France mobilises police to regain control of New Caledonia airport road

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France mobilises police to regain control of New Caledonia airport road

France mobilized over 600 police officers to clear barricades on the main road linking the airport to New Caledonia’s capital Noumea. The unrest was sparked by anger among indigenous Kanak people over a constitutional amendment that could dilute their vote in provincial elections. Six people have died, and the airport has been closed, leaving thousands stranded.

Australians stranded in New Caledonia ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest

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Australians stranded in New Caledonia ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest

Australians stranded in New Caledonia are rationing food as they wait for a way out of the troubled Pacific island territory after riots that killed four people. The riots were sparked by anger among indigenous Kanak people over a new bill that gives French people who have lived in New Caledonia for at least 10 years the right to vote. The unrest has resulted in burnt businesses, torched cars, looted shops, and road barricades, cutting off access to medicine and food. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong stated that Canberra is working with authorities in France and New Caledonia to assess options for Australians to safely depart. The New Caledonia government said the island has food stocks for two months, but the problem lies in distribution. French officials plan to remove road barricades booby-trapped by activists to supply food and medicine to the public.

Drugs and an outstanding warrant were discovered for a man who tried to escape police inspection

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Drugs and an outstanding warrant were discovered for a man who tried to escape police inspection

A 26-year-old man was arrested by the Police in Limassol to assist in an ongoing investigation of serious bodily harm inflicted in February. The man was driving a vehicle with a 32-year-old co-driver when they were stopped by the police after a pursuit. The driver was found with heroin in his possession and was arrested for drug possession, while the co-driver was arrested for unlawful presence in Cyprus. Further investigations revealed a pending warrant for the driver’s arrest related to the February 2024 case of bodily harm. The Limassol CID is handling the investigation.

Australians stranded in New Caledonia , ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest

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Australians stranded in New Caledonia , ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest

Australians stranded in New Caledonia are rationing food as they wait for a way out of the Pacific island territory after unrest that has killed six people.