Second suspect arrested for stealing 100kgs of copper
A 27-year-old man was arrested on Friday as a second suspect in connection with the theft of 100kgs of copper last month.
The man is expected to be brought before ...
Duty-free tobacco products found at Limassol mini market
Limassol police found over 4.5 kilos of duty-free tobacco and boxes of cigarettes at a local mini market.
The investigation was carried out following information that the owner of the store ...
EU sees maritime aid corridor to Gaza opening this weekend amid famine fears
The head of the European Commission said on Friday a maritime aid corridor could start operating between Cyprus and Gaza this weekend, part of accelerating Western efforts to relieve the ...
Spotlight on Palestinian women at Peo and Pogo event
Peo and Pogo turned their attention on the plight of Palestinian women in war-torn Gaza during the event marking the International women’s day in Nicosia on Friday.
The rebellion ...
Cyprus embassy in Moscow urges caution amidst reports of terrorist attacks
The Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Moscow on Friday urged Cypriots to avoid crowded areas, citing security concerns.
This advisory comes amidst reports of potential terrorist attacks targeting ...
Four arrested in fraudulent college investigation
Four people were arrested on Friday as part of the north’s ongoing investigation into a college which is believed to be linked to a large criminal network. The four ...
One in ten women live in extreme poverty -UN
One in ten women live in extreme poverty globally, the United Nations (UN) reported on Friday.
“International Women’s Day is a day that encourages us to recognise the injustices ...
Cyprus Shipping Chamber condemns Houthi missile attack
The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) on Friday condemned the Houthi missile attack on the commercial vessel True Confidence, which resulted in the death of three crew members and the injury ...
Theatre festival arrives in Strovolos
The local theatre scene is having its moment with a handful of productions currently in theatres. This March and April, more performances will reach Nicosia as Strovolos Municipality organises the 8...
Nicosia to begin construction of student apartments
Construction on twenty student apartments/dormitories will begin in March in Nicosia, worth €1.9 million, the Nicosia municipality announced on Friday.
Nicosia mayor Constantinos Yiorkadjis and the head of the company ...
Trial set for man accused of attempted murder
The trial of the 32-year-old man who attempted to kill a woman by dousing her with gasoline will start next month, police announced on Friday.
The attempted murder took place ...
Tatar: No one can stop the Turkish Cypriots from achieving their own state
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar said on Friday that “no one can stop” the Turkish Cypriots from achieving their own state.
Speaking to Kibris Postasi, he said the process for ...
Jail for man who stole from work and spent loot at casino
A man who stole almost 90,000TL from his workplace and spent it all at a casino was sentenced to two years in prison on Friday.
The man, who worked for ...
Cyprus government records €455.9 million surplus in January
The Cyprus general government recorded a surplus of €455.9 million in January 2024, equivalent to 1.4 per cent of the GDP, according to the preliminary fiscal results released on Friday by the Statistical ...
Tom Jones to perform at Larnaca Marina on July 18
Internationally renowned artist Tom Jones will perform in Cyprus as part of his Ages & Stages Tour 2024. The show is scheduled for one night only on July 18 at Larnaca Marina.
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Embracing tranquility – The journey of wellness retreats in Cyprus
Cyprus, the jewel of the Mediterranean, has long been a destination for those seeking not just sun and sea but also solace and healing. With its stunning landscapes, ancient ruins, ...
Man fined for smuggling 143kg of meat to north
A 61-year-old man received a fine after attempting to smuggle 143 kilogrammes of red meat from the Republic to the north.
The meat, which was a combination of lamb and beef, ...
Ecclesiastical court ordered for monks in misconduct scandal (Updated)
The Holy Synod decided on Friday that two monks involved in an alleged sex and cash scandal will have to appear in front of a six-member ecclesiastical court to answer ...
Report on govt servers flood sent to Legal Service
The government has sent the findings of its investigation into the flooding of state computer services to the Legal Service, Research Deputy Minister Nikodimos Damianou said on Friday.
Speaking to ...
100 trees planted in Dasoudi after tornado damage
A sum of a hundred trees were planted in Dasoudi, it was announced by the forestry department on Friday.
The initiative was a collaborative effort involving the forestry department, Yermasogia ...
Four-year sentence for man found with 2kg of cannabis
A 25-year-old man was sentenced to four years in prison on Friday after being convicted of possessing cannabis with the intent to supply.
The man had been arrested after a ...
North must ‘drain the swamp’ of education sector
Turkish Cypriot opposition party CTP Leader Tufan Erhurman said on Friday the north must “drain the swamp” of its education sector.
Speaking to Bagimsiz Web TV, he said that as ...
Cyprus lagging behind in pay equity, women’s career progression
Cyprus has been ranked at a lowly 37th place in terms of the best EU Countries for women’s career progression, according to a study conducted by analysts at Claims....
Okypy extends state hospital hours
The State Health Services (Okypy) has made a significant move to enhance accessibility to healthcare services by adjusting the operating hours of state hospitals.
According to a statement released by ...