EAC calls on unions to cancel strike (updated)
The Electricity Authority (EAC) board of directors on Tuesday called on workers to reconsider their decision to strike later in the week, to avoid inconveniencing the public.
“In an international ...
36 people have died so far this year in traffic accidents
Thirty-six people have died in traffic accidents since the start of the year, police confirmed on Tuesday, despite the introduction of traffic cameras.
Limassol recorded the largest number of deaths ...
Terrorist exercise at Metropolis Mall hailed a success (photos, video)
An exercise at Metropolis Mall in Larnaca on Tuesday that simulated a terrorist attack was hailed by police as “a success.”
The exercise, Zion 2022, which included two armed men aimed ...
Government, Akel trade barbs over president’s interview (updated)
An interview given by President Nicos Anastasiades on Monday night recapping his tenure as president, discussing everything from the Cyprus problem to Disy’s in-house fighting, became the topic of ...
‘Eyes and ears’ of the Bases mark 70 years
Police at the Sovereign British Bases on Tuesday celebrated 70 years of service with a parade in Episkopi.
Over 90 people from the force, better known as the Security Force Police (SFP), ...
Limassol Tourism Board promotes love of cycling
As part of the L’Etape Cyprus by Tour de France that took place on Sunday, the Limassol Tourism Board organised the Cycling in Our Everyday Life competition for primary ...
Voluntary retirement scheme to cost Hellenic Bank estimated €85 million
The voluntary retirement scheme agreed with the bank employees’ union Etyk will cost Hellenic Bank an estimated €85 million and would lead to the departure of between 400 and 500 workers.
The agreement ...
New Limassol stadium to be inaugurated on November 25
The new Limassol stadium will be inaugurated on November 25, the Cyprus Football Association (CFA) said on Tuesday.
According to the CFA, an agreement has so far been signed with Aris ...
Suspect in prison murder case complains of treatment by police
A suspect in the murder of a central prisons inmate, currently being held on remand in police custody, has reportedly accused a police officer of inappropriate conduct.
The suspect, currently ...
Record number of presidential candidates expected to run in 2023
The upcoming presidential elections in 2023 may have a record number of candidates compared to any other year, head of the elections service Menelaos Vasiliou said on Tuesday.
“It is not ...
Actress calls on audience to delete recording of her nude scene
Actress Margarita Zachariou on Tuesday called on the audience member who recorded her nude scene while performing during the ‘1984’ theatre production, to delete the material from their phone.
In a ...
Man arrested for possession of two antique cannons
A 36-year-old Limassol man in possession of two 18th century cannons was arrested on Monday for having antiquities without a license.
Local media reported that the drug squad (Ykan) had ...
New quality label for Troodos products
The Cyprus Institute (CyI) has set its sights on promoting Troodos local products with the introduction of a “Mountain Agriculture Troodos” quality label. The products, currently available in the new ...
Limassol teacher in custody over sexual abuse allegations
A Limassol lower-secondary school teacher was remanded on Monday for eight days following allegations of sexually abusing multiple female students.
Police investigations are still at the initial stages, but the ...
Cyprus Mouflons beaten by last-gasp Israel
The Cyprus national rugby team suffered a narrow 22-21 defeat to Israel in a very competitive and physical game over the weekend.
The Rugby Europe Conference 1 South division encounter was ...
TEDxLimassol is Living on the Edge
Back after a pandemic-induced break, TEDxLimassol returns this month, an inspirational day filled with motivational and educational talks, parallel activities, surprises and guest speakers from Cyprus and abroad. Although the ...
Daily News Briefing
In today’s episode, the elections for a new archbishop will be held on December 18, the Holy Synod said yesterday. Nominations will be submitted on November 22. In other news, “2022 has ...
Paphos court issues detention order for suspected sunglasses thief
The Paphos district court on Tuesday issued a four-day detention order against a 27-year-old man who was arrested on Monday on suspicion of theft, possession of burglary tools, and possession ...
Hooded hooligans attack AEK club house
Unknown hooded men attacked the AEK fans’ clubhouse in Larnaca on Monday night, causing extensive damage.
According to a police statement, around 7 pm on Monday night, a group of 30 unknown ...
Today’s weather: Mostly clear with overnight rains
On Tuesday morning the weather will be mostly clear, but from midday locally increased cloud cover is expected to bring isolated rains, mainly in the western half of the island. ...
Pregnancy is ‘not a dangerous thing’
The House human rights committee on Monday debated a proposed bill to create a specialised queue for vulnerable groups at public and private sector services.
The bill, proposed by ruling ...
Disy leader tours Ledra St
Presidential candidate and Disy party leader Averof Neophytou met with people on Ledra street on Monday to discuss affordable rents for housing, and how he envisions moving forward should he ...
Kasoulides heads to London for meeting with counterpart
Foreign Minister Ioannis Kasoulides will go to London for a working visit with his British counterpart James Cleverley, it was announced on Monday.
Kasoulides will leave on Tuesday, and is ...
A concert all about girl power
The work of legendary female musicians will soon sound in Nicosia performed by female artists of today. The dynamic concert show Girl Power – Pop Divas Through Time with Sophia Patsalides ...