Government optimistic Cyprus can avoid EU waste fines
Cyprus has set in motion a complete plan for the reclamation of waste management operations and facilities and is optimistic that an EU fine can be averted, director of the ...
Fire at Strovolos middle school put out
A fire which broke out at a middle school in the Nicosia suburb of Strovolos has been extinguished, fire brigade spokesman Andreas Kettis said on Thursday.
He said the fire ...
Apostolos Andreas road to close for works during afternoons
The road between Rizokarpaso and the Apostolos Andreas monastery on Cyprus’ northeastern tip will be closed during afternoons until further notice, the north’s ‘transport ministry’ announced on Thursday.
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Tatar says European parliament’s Turkey report is a ‘biased document’
The report on Turkey approved by the European parliament on Wednesday is a “biased document” which “ignores the will of the Turkish Cypriot people”, Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar said.
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Myth or fact: white wine can’t be aged?
If the title was can Xynisteri-based white wines be aged, the answer would be clearer. At Vasilikon winery in Kathikas a group of Paphos-based sommeliers had the chance to do ...
MEPs condemn ‘neo-Ottoman tyrant’ Erdogan over north visit
Members of the European parliament late on Wednesday night condemned Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s recent visit to the north, with one describing him as “a neo-Ottoman tyrant and ...
Greek president tours Nicosia’s dividing line
Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas began the second day of his official visit to Cyprus with a tour of the old town of Nicosia and a walk along the ceasefire line, ...
Paphos unveils ambitious care centre plan for the elderly
Paphos will soon be home to the largest and most modern care home for the elderly in Cyprus, mayor Phedonas Phedonos told Cyprus Mail on Thursday.
Speaking at the annual ...
Fake investment schemes use photos of Cypriot politicians and celebrities
The Cyprus Consumers Association has issued a warning about fraudulent investment schemes that promise very high profits in an extremely short period, including claims of significant earnings within a single ...
Two fatal work accidents within hours
Two persons were being held by police for questioning on Thursday after the death of a worker, who was crushed to death by falling timber at a Paphos construction site.
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Man arrested after found cutting up a kangaroo
Police on Thursday reported the arrest of a man caught cutting up a kangaroo in Famagusta.
Speaking to the Cyprus Mail Ioannis Ioannou, a senior official at the state Veterinary ...
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Worker dies in Peyia after being crushed by falling timber
Police on Thursday are investigating a fatal work accident which resulted in the death of a 34-year-old construction worker in Peyia.
The man, named as Aldahdouh Housain from Syria, a ...
Dusty spells, rising temps
Thursday will see increased medium and high clouds at times with dusty spells and temperatures rising to 32C inland, 27C on the coast, and 25C in the higher mountains. Winds ...
Electricians warn of faulty PV switches
The head of the certified electricians’ association, George Kyriakou, on Wednesday warned the public about faulty cut-off switches linked to photovoltaic (PV) installations, and separately cautioned against rushed installations of ...
Defence minister showcases national industry at Athens exhibition
Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas, on Wednesday attended the international defence and security exhibition “Defea 2025” in Athens.
His presence marks a strategic move by Cyprus to strengthen its global presence in ...
EU pressures Cyprus on green and cyber laws
Cyprus has received two reasoned opinions, the last stage before being referred to the Court of Justice of the EU, over the transposition of a directive on the application of ...
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Cyprus welcomes Greek president in first overseas visit
A ceremonial meeting took place at the presidential palace in Nicosia on Wednesday, as Cyprus welcomed the Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas, marking his first official trip abroad since assuming office.
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Dead man found on Engomi rooftop
A dead body was found on a roof in Engomi at around 2pm on Wednesday and investigations are underway to determine the cause of death.
Police said the dead person ...
Worker loses life after falling down lift shaft in Limassol
A 43-year-old man lost his life on Wednesday afternoon in a tragic workplace accident in Germasogeia, Limassol.
George Constantinou, a plumber, was found dead at around 2.30pm inside a lift ...
MEP urges Europe to support Cypriot voices
A German member of the European Parliament has voiced strong support for efforts to reunify Cyprus, urging the international community to closely watch developments affecting Turkish Cypriots.
Kai Tegethoff, an ...
Larnaca water authority imposes fines to tackle wasteful use
The Larnaca self-governance organisation (EOA) announced strict controls on Wednesday, in a bid to curb wasteful use of water.
“As of this week, the agency is proceeding with the imposition ...
Government bill proposes new criminal offences for protesters
A new bill setting legal rules for public demonstrations aims to introduce three criminal offences linked to violent behaviour during protests, Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis told the House legal affairs ...
MPs discuss bill to force govt to post all laws on internet platform
The House ethics committee on Wednesday discussed a bill which would force the government to post all laws and acts passed on an internet-based platform, with the aim of “ensuring ...
Journalist who received death threats and police at loggerheads over protection
A Turkish Cypriot journalist who received death threats after publishing a series of articles in which an interviewee had made allegations of a deep money-laundering and smuggling network based in ...