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1. Former President files €2M defamation lawsuit against author (update)

Former President Nicos Anastasiades has taken legal action against Makarios Drushiotis, alleging defamation stemming from claims made in the books ''Mafia State'' and ''The Gang.''...

2. Police seek testimonies in 34-year-old's shooting

The investigation into the attempted murder of a 34-year-old continues at a brisk pace by the investigative team of the Nicosia Police Department. ...

3. Woman, 42, drives wrong way on highway, under influence

A 42-year-old woman was apprehended by Paphos Traffic Police on Thursday afternoon after she was found driving in oncoming traffic on the Paphos - Limassol motorway, allegedly under the influence of intoxication and drugs....

4. Nicosia CID pursues ambush on ''Dimitroui''

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is ramping up efforts to crack the case of a brazen ambush that unfolded on Tuesday, April 23rd, along the Paleochori - Anthoupolis road. ...

5. Incorrect water bills leave 450 premises fuming in Paphos

The Municipality of Paphos informs water consumers that it is investigating complaints regarding high water bills. ...

6. Russian minister faces 15-year jail term for record-breaking bribe

A Russian deputy defence minister has been detained on suspicion of bribe-taking, the country’s top law enforcement agency has said, a rare move amid the offensive in Ukraine. ...

7. Baltimore turns to container owners for ship salvage funds

The owner and manager of the massive container ship that took down the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month should be held fully liable for the deadly collapse, according to court papers filed Monday on behalf of Baltimore’s mayor and city council....

8. Lawyers reveal source of €807,000 found in safe

Lawyers representing two monks at the center of the scandal at the Monastery of Saint Avvakum have returned with a new letter, shedding light on the origin of the €807,000 found in a safe. ...

9. Interior Ministry's review: 41% of objections approved

Out of the 3,560 objections submitted and examined by the District Officers, 1,461 objections were approved or 41%, while 2,099 objections......

10. Undocumented workers discovered at Paphos construction site

Five individuals and their employer are facing charges for illegal employment in Paphos, according to Michael Nicolaou, Assistant Police Director of Operations in Paphos....

11. Government emphasizes legality amid increased migration flows

Speaking at a meeting with the Interim Coordinating Council of the Limassol District Local Administration Organization, Interior Minister Konstantinos......

12. Lakatamia residents startled by overnight blast

Authorities were placed on high alert early Thursday, April 18, following an explosion in the Lefkosia Province, sending shockwaves through the community. ...

13. Massive international fraud ring busted, Cyprus plays crucial role

Cyprus, along with international law enforcement agencies, cracked down on a massive fraud ring with a staggering €645 million turnover....

14. Police find 113 firecrackers in minor's home in Nicosia

Authorities are delving into a concerning incident involving the unlawful possession of explosive materials....

15. FBI probes crew's awareness in Baltimore bridge collapse inquiry

The FBI has launched a criminal inquiry into the devastating collapse of a Baltimore bridge, which claimed the lives of six construction workers....

16. Explosion rattles Pyla hotel under construction

An explosion rocked a hotel under renovation in Pyla early Monday, April 15th....

17. Russia's influence tactics exposed in EU election probe

Less than two months before European voters in 27 countries take part in EU Parliament elections, Belgium says it is investigating pro-Russian networks that are trying to influence the vote....

18. Explosion hits Nicosia motorcycle shop

An explosion rocked a motorcycle shop in Nicosia in the early hours of Friday, April 12th....

19. Politico: Greek companies under scrutiny in EU fund fraud probe

Greek authorities, alongside the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), are delving into allegations of fraud concerning the allocation of €2.5 billion in EU funds to just 10 companies in Greece. ...

20. Construction at Cape Greco Monastery marches on despite Municipal opposition

After facing criticism for inaction over the construction of a monastery in the Natura area of Cape Greco, Mayor Christos Zannetos of Ayia Napa addressed the situation before the Parliamentary Environment Committee....

21. Another whistleblower sparks concerns over Boeing 787 Dreamliner safety

According to the Washington Post, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is delving into fresh claims by a long-serving Boeing engineer asserting that sections of fuselages on the company's 787 Dreamliner planes have been improperly fastened together....

22. Immigrant takes fatal plunge during immigration raid

In a tragic turn of events, an immigration raid conducted by the Aliens and Immigration Service in Limassol ended in disaster when a suspect, in a bid to evade authorities, plunged to his death....

23. Austrian spy allegedly passed data to Russian operatives

Austria is reeling from what authorities are calling its most significant espionage scandal in decades. At the center of the storm is the arrest of Egisto Ott, a former intelligence officer whose alleged actions have unveiled a web of Russian infiltration and manipulation within the country. ...

24. Boeing's engine cowling detaches mid-takeoff, strikes wing

US airline regulators have launched an investigation after an engine cowling on a Boeing plane fell off during takeoff and struck the wing flap, the latest in a series of safety problems facing the aircraft manufacturer. ...

25. Serious car accident closes road between Palechori and Nicosia

A serious car accident occurred Monday morning (08/04) on the road from Palechori to Nicosia, specifically the section from Anagia to Dytiki. The road remains closed at this time. One person sustained serious injuries in the accident....

26. Accusations against Von der Leyen shake re-election bid as Brussels elite speak out

Ursula von der Leyen’s bid for a second term as president of the European Commission has been dented after accusations of favouritism in the selection of a fellow party member to a lucrative new job. ...

27. Thousands of students' whereabouts unknown in occupied territories

An investigation conducted by a parliamentary committee in the occupied territories has unveiled a concerning reality: between 4,000 to 10,000 individuals with student status remain unaccounted for, as reported by the "immigration department."...

28. Health Ministry suffers €880,000 loss in warehouse damage

In a session before the Parliament's Health Committee, officials reported €880,000 in damages to 149 pharmaceutical preparations, affecting 105,401...

29. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

30. Vehicle damaged in late-night explosion

Authorities in Paphos have been mobilized following a bomb explosion targeting a vehicle on Thursday night, April 4. ...