More than one minor per week gives birth in north
A total of 61 girls under the age of 18 years old in the north gave birth last year – a rate of more than one per week – the Cyprus Turkish medical association (...
Man arrested for string of thefts, admits stealing motorbike
A 20-year-old man from Nicosia was arrested in connection with a string of thefts, the police announced on Tuesday.
The man was arrested on Monday night, with a search of ...
UN: Greek Cypriot side dangerously blurs lines between civilian and military facilities
Cyprus’ defence ministry is dangerously and deliberately blurring the lines between civilian and military facilities by “disguising military positions within civilian structures”, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.
In a ...
Today’s weather: Mainly clear
Tuesday’s weather will be mainly clear, with increased cloud cover possible in some areas in the west of the island and in the mountains.
Temperatures will rise to a ...
Christodoulides convenes key meeting on Larnaca port amid tensions
President Nikos Christodoulides has convened a critical meeting on Tuesday to discuss the future of Larnaca port, following weeks of controversy and a postponed protest over its temporary administration. The ...
Paphos police issue 51 citations in 24 hours
A total of 51 traffic violations were recorded in Paphos during a 24-hour campaign aimed at crime prevention and reducing road accidents.
According to the police, members of the Paphos traffic ...
Transport minister addresses Takata airbag issue, road bump removals
Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis has confirmed that the transport ministry is currently reviewing decrees related to the problematic Takata airbags, ensuring compliance with legislation.
Responding to questions about the issue, ...
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Something old, something new, something thrilling and something true! Netflix’s 2025 series and movies slate has something for everyone. Here’s what to look forward to.
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The highest hotel in Cyprus
This is the highest hotel in Cyprus, 1,757 metres above sea level. It’s almost the oldest, and has been around for close on 100 years. And it’s definitely among the ...
Nicosia calls for impartiality in Guterres reports
The Cypriot government has reiterated its demand for fairness and objectivity in the reports of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres regarding the Cyprus issue. Speaking after the Epiphany celebrations in Paphos, ...
President ready for talks with Tatar
President Nikos Christodoulides expressed his readiness to meet with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar, emphasising that preparations are underway for a broader conference on the Cyprus issue. Speaking after the ...
President attends epiphany celebrations in Ayia Napa
President Nikos Christodoulides participated in the ceremonial blessing of the waters and the diving for the Holy Cross at Ayia Napa harbour on Monday, marking the celebration of Epiphany.
After ...
Greece donates €40,000 to the CMP
The Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus (CMP) received a financial contribution of €40,000 from Greece on 30 December 2024.
This donation brings Greece’s financial assistance to the CMP to a total ...
Fire breaks out in Chlorakas home
A fire broke out on Sunday night in the bedroom of a two-storey house in Chlorakas.
According to a post by fire service spokesperson Andreas Kettis on X, the Paphos ...
Police arrest 31-year-old after drug and cash seizure
A 31-year-old man has been arrested by police following the discovery of drugs and a substantial amount of cash in his possession.
According to police, members of the drug squad ...
Arrest after child pornography found
Police are investigating a case of possession and spread of material showing the sexual abuse of a minor after the arrest of a 42-year-old man.
Police said the investigation started ...
Record number of visitors to Christmas villages
A record number of people visited the Christmas villages set up around the island to promote Cyprus tourism, the deputy tourism minister said on Sunday.
Minister Costas Koumis told the ...
Bicommunal committee looking at ways to withdraw damaged euros from north
The bicommunal technical committee on economic and commercial matters is examining ways to withdraw damaged euro notes that have accumulated in the north through the Central Bank, Greek Cypriot co-chairman ...
The road to vegetarianism is no longer rocky
Like most people over the years, I’m constantly bombarded with exhortations to consider healthy food options, try alternative forms of exercise and find time to be mindful.
I can ...
Cooperation ‘essential’ in driving boom in Cyprus’ real estate sector
Although people may complain about the rising prices, Cyprus’ real estate market is still an ideal sector to invest for long-term security and prosperity, said Yiannis Misirlis, chairman of the ...
Man scammed out of $58,000 online investment
Police were on Sunday investigating a new case of cyber fraud after a Limassol man reported he was scammed out of $58,000.
The 50-year-old reported to Limassol CID that after an ...
The ‘silent crimes’ covered up by care homes
The fact that there were no reports of elderly people tied up in care homes last year is seen as a sign of progress, according to Demos Antoniou, who heads ...
Tseri Ave works to be completed ‘on schedule’
Plans to upgrade Tseri Avenue in Strovolos are continuing according to plan and on schedule, Strovolos Mayor Stavros Stavrinides said on Sunday.
Since work started in October, he said, contractors ...
Three viruses have caused hospitals to fill
RSV, coronavirus and influenza virus cases increased hospital bed occupancy throughout December and the holiday season, Professor of Microbiology and Molecular Virology at the Medical School of the University of ...