Court remands man after 70kg drug bust
A Limassol court on Thursday remanded in police custody a 38-year-old man in whose car law enforcement officers earlier found around 70kg of narcotics.
The suspect had been arrested on ...
Reforms for legal service, audit office due next month
Two controversial bills aimed at introducing reforms at the legal service and audit office will be ready next month Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis said on Thursday, amid expected backlash over ...
Govt demands EAC action to prevent fire risks
The government on Thursday asked the Electricity of Cyprus (EAC) to take a series of steps to mitigate the risk of fires being caused by faulty equipment or power cables.
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Ferry loaded with fuel sinks at Russian port after Ukrainian attack
A ferry loaded with fuel tanks sank in the Russian port of Kavkaz in southern Krasnodar region on Thursday after a Ukrainian attack, local authorities said.
The ferry carrying 30 fuel ...
EU vows to protect Great Sea Interconnector amid Turkish monitoring
The European Commission has given assurances that it will use “all the diplomatic means at its disposal” in order to protect the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) after reports this week ...
Movie night under the stars in Nicosia village
Rural Cyprus locations have been brimming with life this summer season as event organisers, cultural institutions and youth councils organise fun happenings on city outskirts. Bringing art, music, food and ...
Secret gig coming up in Larnaca district
More secret music shows take place in Larnaca as the Follow the Music project continues. With the aim of promoting the island’s artists and the region of Larnaca, the ...
No incident of ‘goat plague’ in Cyprus, minister assures
There have been no reported cases of the ‘goat plague’ affecting sheep and goats in Cyprus, despite recent outbreaks in Greece and Romania, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou reassured on Thursday.
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FIBA EuroBasket 2025 ticket prices announced
We are one year away from the first jump-ball at the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 which Cyprus will organize, along with co-hosts Finland, Poland and Latvia, and the Organizing Committee today announces ...
Cyprus start Cricket World Cup campaign with defeat to Spain
By Richard Boxall
Cyprus cricketers put up a good fight in their opening T20 world cup qualifying match against Spain in Guernsey, before going down to a 15-run defeat to ...
Tatar says UN called him to enter negotiations in September
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar on Thursday said the United Nations had called in on the telephone, expecting that he would enter negotiations to solve the Cyprus problem as early ...
Azerbaijan plane had ‘special permission’ to land at Larnaca
The Azerbaijan Airlines flight which landed at Larnaca airport on Tuesday carrying players and coaches from Azeri football club Zira FK had “special permission” to land, the airport said on ...
Fire breaks out at Russian port after Ukrainian attack, authorities say
A fire erupted in the Russian port of Kavkaz in southern Krasnodar region on Thursday following a Ukrainian attack on a ferry loaded with fuel tanks, the local authorities said.
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Israeli demands for troops in Gaza blocking truce deal, sources say
Disagreements over Israel’s future military presence in Gaza and over Palestinian prisoner releases are obstructing a ceasefire and hostage deal, according to ten sources familiar with the round of ...
Olive oil prices set to drop if conditions permit
Agricultural organisations are hopeful that this year’s olive oil production will be better than last year’s, potentially leading to a drop in prices for consumers. However, the full ...
Oil tanker Sounion ‘poses environmental risk’ after Red Sea attack
A Greek-flagged oil tanker carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude that was evacuated by its crew after being attacked in the Red Sea now poses an environmental hazard, the EU’s Red ...
Five Mpox cases in Cyprus since 2022 – govt on high alert
Medical services in Cyprus are on high alert to address any potential cases of Mpox (monkeypox), the director of public health services, Elisavet Constantinou, said on Thursday. Speaking to the ...
Ustel urges EU to condemn Cyprus-Tui tourism deal
The north’s ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel on Thursday urged the “world and the European Union to recognise right from wrong” in response to a reported agreement between the Republic ...
Be part of the upcoming Xarkis Festival
Another festival is planned this summer, focusing on collaborative art and research practices, unearthing cultural heritage and tradition. The newest edition of Xarkis Festival will take place between September 13 and 15 ...
Famagusta hotels optimistic about 2024 despite shorter stays
Hoteliers in Famagusta are optimistic that occupancy levels will be similar to those in 2023, with current rates for July and August standing at 85 to 95 per cent.
Panayiotis Constantinou, President of ...
Why being alone isn’t the same as being lonely
By Nancy Kong and Jack Lam
Loneliness isn’t just awful for individuals – it has society-wide impacts too. It significantly contributes to mental health issues, sleep disorders, cardiovascular disease, and ...
PwC Cyprus: 5G, mergers, and cybersecurity key to telecom competitiveness
PwC Cyprus partner and telecoms lead Nicos Theodoulou on Thursday highlighted key strategies for telecom leaders to remain competitive amid rapid industry changes in the
“Digital connectivity is more important ...
Greens call for tough action against exploitation of properties in north
The Greens on Thursday called on the government to do more to prosecute those dealing in Greek Cypriot properties in the north, releasing a long list of suspects and suspected ...
Eurozone business activity gets boost from Olympics
Eurozone business activity showed surprising strength in August despite firms raising prices, a survey showed, potentially weakening expectations for two more rate cuts from the European Central Bank this year.
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