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08 July, 2025
 

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Turkey defends Libya maritime deal, accuses EU of bias in Mediterranean dispute

Turkey defends Libya maritime deal, accuses EU of bias in Mediterranean dispute

Turkey pushed back on Friday against the conclusions of the European Union summit, which again criticized a 2019 maritime agreement between Turkey and Libya....

Two men assault victim in early morning robbery near Larnaca castle

Two men assault victim in early morning robbery near Larnaca castle

Police are investigating a robbery that occurred early this morning in Larnaca....

13-year-old caught driving with infant in vehicle in Limassol

13-year-old caught driving with infant in vehicle in Limassol

A 13-year-old boy was found behind the wheel of a car in Limassol, with a 22-year-old woman and a 9-month-old infant as passengers, police said....

Snake sighting in Moni/Pyrgos draws community attention and advice

Snake sighting in Moni/Pyrgos draws community attention and advice

A local man's encounter with two large snakes in his garden led to a wave of concern, advice, and debate in a popular community Facebook group....

Cyprus influencer and family arrested in €1 million crime ring linked to convicted felon

Cyprus influencer and family arrested in €1 million crime ring linked to convicted felon

A 37-year-old Nicosia socialite, businesswoman, and influencer was arrested Friday in connection with a sprawling criminal operation involving drug trafficking, illegal gambling, and money laundering that reportedly generated €1 million in recent months, police said....

Swift action prevents environmental damage after vessel sinks in Larnaca Marina

Swift action prevents environmental damage after vessel sinks in Larnaca Marina

Authorities prevented the spread of pollutants after a sailing vessel caught fire and sank while anchored at Larnaca Marina on Sunday, June 22....

Second Home Program gives appliances a new purpose, giving families a new start

Second Home Program gives appliances a new purpose, giving families a new start

The “Second Home” program by Kotsovolos is a bridge between surplus and need, comfort and struggle, everyday items and extraordinary hope....

Tatar pitches two-state solution on British TV

Tatar pitches two-state solution on British TV

Turkish-Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar got a warmer welcome than expected during an appearance on TalkTV in the UK this week, where he pitched his two-state vision for Cyprus to a British audience. ...

Trump offers $30B to Iran to ''ditch'' the enrichment

Trump offers $30B to Iran to ''ditch'' the enrichment

In a dramatic shift from bombs to diplomacy, the Trump administration is reportedly considering a bold new offer to Iran: up to $30 billion in foreign financing to help build a nuclear energy program, so long as Tehran agrees to give up uranium enrichment entirely....

MP's approve €100M fund to aid 2013 bank crisis victims

MP's approve €100M fund to aid 2013 bank crisis victims

Twelve years after the 2013 banking crisis devastated thousands of depositors and investors, Cyprus’ Parliament has approved a long-awaited budget for the National Solidarity Fund, unlocking €100 million in compensation for those hardest hit....

Ship full of electric cars sinks in Pacific, now the ocean could pay the price

Ship full of electric cars sinks in Pacific, now the ocean could pay the price

A cargo ship carrying over 3,000 vehicles, including hundreds of electric and hybrid cars, has sunk deep in the North Pacific, sparking serious concerns about battery contamination and a potential marine pollution disaster....

Fix the roads already! MP's tour Paphos projects stuck in limbo

Fix the roads already! MP's tour Paphos projects stuck in limbo

From broken promises to broken roads, Paphos has had its share of delays. But on Friday, members of Parliament took to the streets, literally, to check in on a number of key infrastructure projects that locals say are long overdue....

Cyprus ready to send aid to Gaza, just waiting for the green light

Cyprus ready to send aid to Gaza, just waiting for the green light

Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kompos said on Friday that Cyprus remains committed to delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza, expressing hope that concrete announcements will be made in the coming days through the island's Amalthea initiative....

Latsia-Geri cracks down on abandoned cars in ongoing clean-up campaign

Latsia-Geri cracks down on abandoned cars in ongoing clean-up campaign

Rusting cars and forgotten wrecks are being cleared off the streets of Latsia-Geri as the local municipality pushes forward with its campaign to remove abandoned vehicles from public and private spaces....

Of patriots, politicians and souvlakia: Cyprus in all its glory

Of patriots, politicians and souvlakia: Cyprus in all its glory

The ''Never-Surrender'' Tornaritis is aiming for double digits with his new movement, ''Rise Up.'' And he’s absolutely convinced it’s going to stir the waters. Sound crazy? Not to me....

High-profile arrests in major money laundering case

High-profile arrests in major money laundering case

A well-known Nicosia businesswoman, members of her family, and a convicted inmate are among five people now facing serious criminal charges in a widening money laundering investigation that has rocked the local community....

Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank is offering an exceptional selection of residential land for sale in Nicosia, Paphos and Famagusta....

Bank of Cyprus to auction cars of all kinds on July 1

Bank of Cyprus to auction cars of all kinds on July 1

If you’re looking for a bargain on a car, the Bank of Cyprus may have just what you need....

Friday forecast brings sunshine sizzle and a siren call to the sea

Friday forecast brings sunshine sizzle and a siren call to the sea

Yes, work diligently until 5pm. But after that? Do it. Tear off your metaphorical shackles (and maybe your literal shirt) and run wild into the waves. You’ve earned it....

Electric vehicle grants reopen Monday, prioritizing low-emission cars and targeted groups

Electric vehicle grants reopen Monday, prioritizing low-emission cars and targeted groups

The Department of Road Transport (TOM) announced Thursday that 97 new grants for electric vehicles and 18 for electric motorcycles will be available starting Monday, June 30....

Lawmakers propose transparency for mobile traffic cameras

Lawmakers propose transparency for mobile traffic cameras

Lawmakers are calling for greater transparency in the use of mobile traffic cameras following criticism that the current system relies on hidden surveillance rather than public safety....

Khamenei says U.S. strike on nuclear sites failed, declares victory over Israel

Khamenei says U.S. strike on nuclear sites failed, declares victory over Israel

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Thursday that the United States struck Tehran’s nuclear facilities but “didn’t achieve much,” dismissing former President Donald Trump’s actions as “showmanship” in the wake of a recent ceasefire between Iran and Israel....

Cyprus Sports Organization unveils plans for modern sports facilities across Cyprus

Cyprus Sports Organization unveils plans for modern sports facilities across Cyprus

The Cyprus Sports Organisation (KOA) announced plans Wednesday to build a new 4,000–5,000-seat stadium at the Makario complex in Nicosia and signed a memorandum of understanding with stakeholders in Paphos to upgrade the "Stelios Kyriakides" stadium, aiming to address long-standing infrastructure issues across Cyprus....

Building Stronger Bonds with Society – Bank of Cyprus Event Brings Together NGOs and Volunteers

Building Stronger Bonds with Society – Bank of Cyprus Event Brings Together NGOs and Volunteers

Bank of Cyprus successfully hosted the event titled “Building Stronger Bonds with Society”, which brought together non-governmental organisations (NGOs), charitable foundations, and volunteer groups with the goal of strengthening collaboration and long-term sustainability....

Lidl Cyprus redefines freshness, investing in authenticity and locality

Lidl Cyprus redefines freshness, investing in authenticity and locality

Lidl Cyprus presents its new summer campaign “Truly Fresh at Lidl”, an innovative approach to promoting freshness, combining cinematic aesthetics, authentic experiences and Cypriot light. ...

Cyprus greenlights work-from-home for public servants as perks keep piling up

Cyprus greenlights work-from-home for public servants as perks keep piling up

Just when complaints over an oversized and well-paid public sector haven’t died down, the government is moving to give civil servants the option to work from home, at least part of the time....

Fewer kids getting vaccinated worldwide, experts warn Cyprus not immune

Fewer kids getting vaccinated worldwide, experts warn Cyprus not immune

Fewer children around the world are getting vaccinated, and health experts say that’s putting millions of young lives at risk, even in countries like Cyprus, where coverage is still high....

Vapes worse than cigarettes? Some brands are

Vapes worse than cigarettes? Some brands are

You might want to think twice before reaching for that flavored vape. It could be exposing you to more cancer-causing toxins than a pack of cigarettes....

Sentence looms for sergeant in commando’s tragic death

Sentence looms for sergeant in commando’s tragic death

A military court in Nicosia will announce the sentence next Monday for a sergeant found guilty in the tragic death of 27-year-old commando Panagiotis Gianniou, who drowned during a training exercise in June 2022....

Secrets, speeding, and selective outrage

Secrets, speeding, and selective outrage

Mrs. Aristotelous—not Christiana, Anna—has made her way into the headlines more than once in recent years. Some of the rumors were so nasty, I personally chose to ignore them as ''too bad to be true.''...

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