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Historic Iranian landmarks damaged in US‑Israel bombardment

International March 12, 2026 at 16:45

Historic sites hit in Tehran and Isfahan Heritage sites across Iran have sustained damage amid US and Israeli airstrikes, with Tehran’s Golestan Palace and Isfahan’s...

First World Greek Language Day marked with event in Cyprus

Cyprus February 9, 2026 at 12:43

Event held in Nicosia under presidential auspices World Greek Language Day is being marked for the first time in Cyprus today, with a special event...

Cyprus calls for stronger UN framework to protect journalists

International November 4, 2025 at 16:51

Cyprus has called for a stronger legal framework, the promotion of digital literacy and international cooperation to protect journalists worldwide, the island’s Permanent Representative...

Turkey submits map to UNESCO splitting the Aegean

International June 17, 2025 at 13:27

Tensions between Athens and Ankara escalate as Turkey submits a controversial maritime map to UNESCO, in response to Greece’s completion of its National Maritime...

ON THIS DAY: Franz Xaver Gruber composes “Silent Night” (1818)

On this Day December 24, 2024 at 16:35

On 24 December 1818, Austrian composer Franz Xaver Gruber created one of the most enduring and beloved Christmas carols of all time, "Silent Night"...

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