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18 December, 2025
 

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''Enough is enough'': Protest outside presidential palace slams Cyprus stance on Gaza (Pics)

''Enough is enough'': Protest outside presidential palace slams Cyprus stance on Gaza (Pics)

Chanting ''freedom for Palestine'' and dressed in red to symbolize bloodshed, hundreds of protesters gathered outside the Presidential Palace on Monday night, calling out the Cypriot government’s silence over the ongoing devastation in Gaza....

Tatar threatens retaliation over property arrests, snubs trilateral peace talks

Tatar threatens retaliation over property arrests, snubs trilateral peace talks

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar adopted a hardline stance following his meeting with the UN Secretary-General’s personal envoy, María Ángela Holguín. Tatar focused heavily on the issue of property rights...

Car rams into crowd during Liverpool victory parade; dozens injured (video)

Car rams into crowd during Liverpool victory parade; dozens injured (video)

What began as a night of joy in Liverpool turned to chaos when a car drove into crowds celebrating the city's Premier League victory, injuring at least 27 people, including four children....

Rainy Tuesday rolling in while the forecast eyes midweek changes

Rainy Tuesday rolling in while the forecast eyes midweek changes

It’s Tuesday, and with it comes a moody sky and the first signs of an unsettled stretch ahead....

Half of teens wish the internet didn’t exist, survey finds

Half of teens wish the internet didn’t exist, survey finds

Nearly half of teenagers say they’d rather grow up in a world without the internet, according to a new UK study highlighting the growing concerns young people have about the impact of social media on their mental health....

Protesters defend ousted bishop: ''This isn’t justice''

Protesters defend ousted bishop: ''This isn’t justice''

Dozens of churchgoers gathered peacefully on Sunday afternoon in Paphos to show their support for former Metropolitan Bishop Tychikos and protest the Holy Synod’s decision to remove him from his post....

Desalination units from UAE arrive, but will they work here?

Desalination units from UAE arrive, but will they work here?

The mobile desalination units donated by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have arrived in Cyprus within the expected timeframe, marking a key step in the government’s plan to address water shortages ahead of summer. ...

Contactless payments coming to Famagusta buses this October

Contactless payments coming to Famagusta buses this October

Starting in October, passengers on buses in the Famagusta District will be able to pay for their ride with contactless cards or mobile wallets like Apple Pay....

British tourist drowns in Paphos hotel pool

British tourist drowns in Paphos hotel pool

A 60-year-old British man died on Sunday after losing consciousness while swimming in a hotel pool in the Paphos District, authorities said....

Cyprus sides with Israel in EU rift over Gaza aid access

Cyprus sides with Israel in EU rift over Gaza aid access

Cyprus has drawn criticism for breaking ranks with most of the EU by opposing a Dutch-led push to review the EU’s political and economic ties with Israel over its ongoing blockade of humanitarian aid into Gaza....

Desalination lifeline arrives from UAE as island braces for summer drought

Desalination lifeline arrives from UAE as island braces for summer drought

Mobile desalination units from the United Arab Emirates arrived in Cyprus over the weekend and are now being transported to Limassol and Paphos, just in time to help the island meet soaring water demand during the summer tourist season....

Today's weather, lightly seasoned with dust and drama

Today's weather, lightly seasoned with dust and drama

A weak low-pressure system is loitering in the area, not doing much except kicking up some dust and making the air feel like it needs a good sweep. Don’t worry, the dust will start to settle tomorrow, possibly out of boredom....

Cyprus slips in Blue Flag rankings but holds firm on coastal quality

Cyprus slips in Blue Flag rankings but holds firm on coastal quality

Cyprus saw a slight decline in its internationally recognized beach quality ratings this year, with 64 beaches and two marinas receiving Blue Flag certification for 2025, down from 76 beaches in 2024....

Handcuffs for 50 in Cyprus immigration sweep

Handcuffs for 50 in Cyprus immigration sweep

Authorities in Cyprus detained 50 foreign nationals on Saturday as part of a coordinated nationwide immigration sweep, police said....

UAE records highest May temperature in 20 years at 50.4°C

UAE records highest May temperature in 20 years at 50.4°C

The United Arab Emirates recorded its highest May temperature in two decades on Saturday, with the mercury hitting 50.4 degrees Celsius (122.7 degrees Fahrenheit) in Al Shawamekh, in the emirate of Abu Dhabi....

Protein cookies recalled in Cyprus over undeclared allergen

Protein cookies recalled in Cyprus over undeclared allergen

The Ministry of Health has announced a recall of certain protein cookies after undeclared gluten was found in the product, posing a potential risk to individuals with gluten intolerance, allergies or celiac disease....

Driver, 62, killed in crash with road roller in Paphos

Driver, 62, killed in crash with road roller in Paphos

A 62-year-old man was killed early Saturday in a traffic accident on the road from Praitori to Kedares in the Paphos district, authorities said....

Pensioners' union criticizes Labour Ministry for ignoring pensioners’ financial struggle

Pensioners' union criticizes Labour Ministry for ignoring pensioners’ financial struggle

The Union of Cypriot Pensioners (EKYSY) has criticized the Ministry of Labour for rejecting its request to advance May pension payments, citing concerns over the financial strain caused by a prolonged gap between payments....

Woman rescued from sea caves in Famagusta

Woman rescued from sea caves in Famagusta

A woman was rescued Sunday afternoon from the Sea Caves area in Famagusta by crews from the Famagusta Fire Station, according to the Cyprus Fire Service....

Four aircraft deployed to battle new fire front in Limassol

Four aircraft deployed to battle new fire front in Limassol

A new wildfire has broken out near the Ayios Sylas industrial area in Limassol, prompting an immediate response from firefighting crews....

It's a finny thing: Shark spotted off Paphos coast (VIDEO)

It's a finny thing: Shark spotted off Paphos coast (VIDEO)

A shark captured on video near the coast of Paphos has drawn widespread attention online, prompting public concern but reassurances from authorities....

EU lawmakers approve tariff hikes on Russian, Belarusian agricultural imports

EU lawmakers approve tariff hikes on Russian, Belarusian agricultural imports

The European Parliament voted Thursday to impose higher tariffs on fertilizers and select agricultural products from Russia and Belarus, aiming to curb the bloc’s reliance on imports from the two countries....

57-year-old man reported missing in Nicosia

57-year-old man reported missing in Nicosia

The Police have released a photograph and the personal details of a 57-year-old man who has been reported missing from his residence in Nicosia, in an effort to gather information that may assist in locating him....

Five prison officers remanded over discovery of confidential documents

Five prison officers remanded over discovery of confidential documents

The Nicosia District Court on Friday ordered the seven-day detention of five Central Prisons officers in connection with the unauthorized removal of confidential prison documents, following their discovery at the home of a fellow officer....

Wildfire near Agios Symeon (Avtepe) partially contained as authorities seek military air support (VIDEO)

Wildfire near Agios Symeon (Avtepe) partially contained as authorities seek military air support (VIDEO)

Crews have managed to bring a wildfire under partial control after it erupted Friday afternoon in the area between Agios Symeon (Avtepe) and Koroveia (Kuruova) in occupied Karpasia, officials confirmed....

Cyprus denies conducting migrant pushbacks, Deputy Minister says

Cyprus denies conducting migrant pushbacks, Deputy Minister says

The Republic of Cyprus does not engage in migrant pushbacks, Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection Nikolas Ioannides said Wednesday, pushing back on media reports suggesting otherwise....

Harvard bars international students under Trump policy shift

Harvard bars international students under Trump policy shift

Cypriot students hoping to study at Harvard University next year will now need to look elsewhere. ...

Israeli Embassy’s 'green roof' project at local school ignites heated backlash

Israeli Embassy’s 'green roof' project at local school ignites heated backlash

What started as a green initiative to give Agios Dometios Primary School its first rooftop garden has turned into a political firestorm....

''I’m young, I made mistakes, I love Paphos'' - and other things bishops say when suspended

''I’m young, I made mistakes, I love Paphos'' - and other things bishops say when suspended

''I’m young, I made mistakes, I love Paphos, I was hoping for a second chance. No, that wasn’t Fidias speaking. Nor was it a contestant on Big Brother. That was former Bishop of Paphos Tychikos, responding to the Synod's decision to suspend him from his duties....

Archbishop sends strong message with removal of Paphos Bishop from duties

Archbishop sends strong message with removal of Paphos Bishop from duties

Archbishop Georgios has sent a strong signal to members of the Holy Synod who act outside the bounds of the Church of Cyprus. ...

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