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US envoy tells Lebanese journalists to ‘act civilised’ – backlash

International August 27, 2025 at 12:26

A top US diplomat has triggered outrage and calls for an apology in Lebanon after telling a group of local journalists to “act civilised”. Tom...

Musk responds to backlash over gesture at Trump rally

International January 21, 2025 at 13:50

Elon Musk has caused outrage over a one-armed gesture he gave during a speech celebrating the inauguration of Donald Trump. Musk thanked the crowd for...

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April 1: What was EOKA and why do we celebrate today

April 1, 2026 at 07:00

ON THIS DAY: Eiffel Tower officially opens in Paris (1889)

On this Day March 31, 2026 at 16:44

A landmark for the centennial of the French Revolution On...

Italy rejects US aircraft to use Sicily base for weapons transport

International March 31, 2026 at 16:36

Sigonella base restricted by treaty Italy has denied US military...

Trump tells allies to “just take” oil from Hormuz

International March 31, 2026 at 16:28

US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by suggesting...

Drousiotis names officials in paedophilia and corruption allegations

Cyprus March 31, 2026 at 16:18

Controversial social media post targets politicians and judges Writer and...