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Officials from the Limassol district local government organisation (EOA Limassol) are expected to visit Trozena within the coming days to determine whether the investor has complied with instructions to halt ...

Limassol’s mayor Yiannis Armeftis acknowledged that the city’s new cycle lanes may look “unsightly” but are essential for promoting alternative transport. He stated that the municipality will address ...

A 26-year-old man sentenced to 14 years in prison for possession of over 32kg of cannabis saw his appeal rejected on May 29, with the appeals court pointing out that the sentence ...

The Limassol criminal court sentenced two 34-year-olds to five years in prison on Wednesday after finding them guilty of human trafficking for the purpose of sexual exploitation. Two other defendants, ...

Former MEP and deselected Alma candidate Demetris Papadakis announced on Wednesday that he will pursue legal action against Makarios Drousiotis, following police conclusions that the allegations were unsupported by evidence. ...

The European Parliament’s Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Committee on Wednesday adopted a resolution condemning sexual violence committed during the Turkish invasion of 1974, calling for accountability and support ...

Cyprus and European Union officials highlighted on Wednesday the potential for sports tourism to expand travel, promote wellness and expand sustainability. The future of sports tourism and broader policy areas ...

For the first time ever in Cyprus, elections for the new House president will be electronic. Diko MP Zacharias Koulias, as the eldest, presided over a meeting on Wednesday to ...

Deputy migration minister Nicholas Ioannides welcomed the European Union’s new deal to enable faster return procedures for irregular third-country migrants, speaking of a “landmark agreement” that strengthened the credibility ...

Journalist Makarios Drousiotis faces legal scrutiny after police concluded on Wednesday that allegations levied in the ‘Sandy’ case were unsubstantiated and that the legal service will now assess potential criminal ...

The culling of about 6,000 animals affected by foot-and-mouth disease is still pending Dimitris Epaminondas, president of the Pancyprian Veterinary Association said on Wednesday. He added that the second phase of ...

The project to remodel the “creative business neighbourhood” of Trikoupis street in Nicosia has now been inaugurated with the aim of revitalising the historic centre of Nicosia’s, but access ...

The Larnaca district local government organisation (EOA) said it has saved over €530,000 through renewable energy investments since July 2024, showcasing solar energy’s role in cutting public sector costs. In a ...

The police concluded on Wednesday that no evidence was found to support a series of serious allegations made public by journalist Makarios Drousiotis in the ‘Sandy’ case, with police chief ...

As the new parliament is getting ready to convene its first plenum on Thursday, electing a new House president is proving tougher than anticipated, as parties are still tiptoeing around ...

Seven years after the launch of national health schemes in Cyprus and Greece, PEO and SEK trade unions are calling for reforms, stronger public systems and improved access to care, ...

Head of the Voice of Livestock Breeders association Neophytos Neophytou said on Wednesday he would not be cowed after he reported on Tuesday night he was threatened by a man ...

Drivers should reduce speed outside of daytime hours and be cautious around wildlife-heavy areas to prevent roadkill, the forestry department said on Wednesday. Parts of the forest road network may ...

Police in Limassol launched an investigation on Wednesday after gunfire damaged the offices of a financial services company in the Zakaki area. According to initial information, employees arriving at the ...

A fire broke out aboard a vessel undergoing maintenance at Limassol Marina on Tuesday afternoon, prompting a response from the fire service, police reported on Wednesday. Two fire engines from ...

A 45-year-old man was arrested shortly after midnight in Nicosia for speeding and driving under the influence of alcohol, police said on Wednesday. Traffic police stopped the driver on Larnaca ...

As every year, the enchanting courtyard of the Axiothea mansion will host a rich programme of artistic events that organically interact with one another, creating a cohesive cultural microcosm as ...

A 21-year-old Pakistani worker has died after being crushed by glass panes in Paphos on Tuesday. The incident occurred around 12.30pm, while the victim was working in an open area ...

President Nikos Christodoulides will on Wednesday be received by Kazakhstani President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in the country’s capital Astana at 11am on Wednesday. The reception of the President will be ...