Simon Aykut’s trial postponed to January 27
The trial of Turkish-Jewish land developer Simon Aykut, who was arrested in early June and is accused of occupying Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied regions, has been rescheduled by ...
Mayors of Polis and Tillyria re-demand opening of Kokkina
The opening of a crossing point at the Turkish Cypriot-held enclave of Kokkina was revisited by the mayor of Polis Chrysochous Yiotis Papachristofi, and Kato Pyrgos community cluster leader Nikos ...
Geroskipou beach safe for swimming after sewerage leak
The latest microbiological testing showed no pollution of the waters at Geroskipou beach, therefore it is safe to swim in the area, according to the Municipality of Ierokipia on Monday.
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New information in migrant killing by police, justice minister charges cover-up accusations ‘premature’
Announcements by political parties insinuating a police cover-up in the case of the death of the 24-year-old Pakistani national, are premature and utterly unsubstantiated, Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis said on ...
Off-duty policeman catches solar panel thieves red-handed
An off-duty policeman caught two men red-handed on Sunday loading a stolen water heating solar panel into a car.
The incident happened at 9.15pm on Sunday.
A Polemidia police officer ...
Police make fifth arrest for Solomonides stadium vandalism
Police arrested a 24-year-old on Sunday who had been wanted in relation to the vandalism at Nikos Solomonides stadium in Limassol on January 2.
This was the fifth person to be ...
Suspect arrested after attempted copper theft from PV park
A 50-year-old was arrested on Sunday night in Limassol for attempting to steal copper wires from a photovoltaic park in Kouka village and causing damage estimated at €12,000.
Police said the ...
Partly cloudy with afternoon rains
Monday will gradually turn cloudy with isolated afternoon rains expected. Light dust will also be visible. Temperatures will rise to 19C inland, 21C on the coast, and 12C in the ...
Teen arrested for robberies in Larnaca
An eight-day remand has been issued for an 18-year-old for attempted car robberies in Larnaca.
The boy was reportedly trying to open parked cars on the street, when he was ...
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Cyprus vehicle registrations rise 9.1 per cent in 2024 — EV share doubles
Vehicle registrations in Cyprus rose by 9.1 per cent in 2024, reaching 49,616 compared to 45,494 in 2023, according to the state’s statistical service.
Electric vehicles accounted for 4.0 per cent of registrations, up from 2.7 ...
The mysterious life of the unnamed mediaeval princess of Cyprus
By Leticia Jeeval Pala
Throughout her life, the “Damsel of Cyprus” (born circa 1177) was used as a political and diplomatic tool in the conflicts of men. She was the daughter ...
Road deaths rise 22% despite early traffic camera success
Despite early progress in reducing road deaths, Cyprus experienced a 22 per cent surge in road fatalities in 2024, reversing a two-year downward trend.
Authorities reported 41 deaths, compared to 34 in 2023, when the ...
Fears of major coverup in Pakistani man’s death
An independent investigator has been appointed over the death of a 24-year-old Pakistani national, who was shot at by police, it was decided on Sunday.
State pathologist Nicholas Charalambous will ...
Kurds in Cyprus protest against Turkey’s offensive in Syria, call for EU intervention
Kurds in Cyprus participated in a protest in Nicosia on Sunday, demanding the termination of Turkey’s offensive against Rojava in north Syria, and stressing the need for the international ...
Paphos scheme to cut down on food waste
A pilot food waste management programme is about to be launched in Paphos, chairwoman of Paphos’ social welfare committee Mariella Theophanous has said.
The food waste programme will give families ...
Teenager charged over Nikos Solomonides stadium vandalism
A 17-year-old from Limassol was charged in writing over the vandalism at the Nikos Solomonides stadium, police said on Sunday.
The teenager’s photo had been circulated by police as ...
‘No reason to panic’ over hospital bed shortages
The situation in public hospitals is manageable, Health Minister Michalis Damianos said on Sunday, amid hospital bed shortages resulting from a spike in the number of patients seeking treatment due ...
Paphos mayor appeals for restoration of neglected windmill
The longstanding neglect of a 19th-century windmill in the Exo Vrysi area has sparked public outcry, with Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos openly criticising the Department of Antiquities for its inaction.
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President chairs cabinet meeting in Troodos for 2025 goals
Cabinet on Sunday held a meeting at the presidential residence in Troodos, to discuss the government’s actions for 2025, as well as pending issues from last year.
Addressing his ministers, ...
Spanish officials arrive in Cyprus for three-day official visit
The President of the Congress of Deputies (Lower House) of Spain, Francina Armengol Socias, and the Vice-President of the Spanish Senate, Javier Ignacio Maroto Aranzábal, arrive in Cyprus on ...
Trump urged to make Cyprus problem top priority
A bipartisan resolution condemning Turkey’s illegal occupation of Cyprus has been submitted to the U.S. House of Representatives by Representatives Nicole Maliotakis, Gus Bilirakis, Chris Pappas and Dina ...
Two cars set on fire in Limassol
Two cars were set on fire early on Sunday morning in Limassol, which police are investigating as a possible arson attack.
Fire services spokesman Andreas Kettis said a fire truck ...
Food delivery apps have transformed the hospitality sector
The BBQ House in Nicosia is the ultimate small business. Only open in the evenings, serving mostly grilled food – kebabs, chops, and so on – it’s run by a married ...
Police investigating new online fraud complaint
Police are investigating a new complaint for online fraud, after a woman in Paphos reported that she had been conned out of €15,000 after accepting a friendship request by a stranger ...