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18 December, 2025
 

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Thousands of property claims filed in occupied North, only a fraction settled

Thousands of property claims filed in occupied North, only a fraction settled

More than 8,000 applications have been filed with the "real estate committee" in the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus, but just over 2,000 cases have been resolved, according to its chairwoman, Novber Ferit Vejhi....

Sun’s up, temps are too: Highs hit 32°C today

Sun’s up, temps are too: Highs hit 32°C today

Today’s weather is serving up sunshine with a side of warmth, as inland temperatures climb to a toasty 32°C. ...

Water supply in Paphos secure through 2025

Water supply in Paphos secure through 2025

Domestic water supply for the greater Paphos area is secured through the end of 2025, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, following a high-level meeting of local and national officials at the Paphos District Water Board....

Do smart meters cause problems with electrical appliances?

Do smart meters cause problems with electrical appliances?

Recent reports of household appliances catching fire following the installation of smart meters by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) have raised concerns among the public....

Man using fake ID arrested while picking up parcel containing 18kg of cannabis

Man using fake ID arrested while picking up parcel containing 18kg of cannabis

A 34-year-old man was arrested Monday after allegedly using a false identity to collect a parcel containing 18 kilograms of cannabis at Larnaca Airport, authorities said....

EU proposes €2 fee on packages from China-based retailers like Shein and Temu

EU proposes €2 fee on packages from China-based retailers like Shein and Temu

The European Union is planning to introduce a flat fee on billions of small parcels entering its borders each year, most of them from China....

PwC Cyprus sponsors the Reflect Festival 2025 - the Premier Tech & Entrepreneurship Event Connecting Europe, Africa, and the Middle East

PwC Cyprus sponsors the Reflect Festival 2025 - the Premier Tech & Entrepreneurship Event Connecting Europe, Africa, and the Middle East

PwC Cyprus once again took center stage at Reflect Festival 2025, held on 15-16 May in Limassol, reaffirming its commitment to fostering innovation and leadership in the business world....

Cypriot mother arrested in Greece after kids found with burn marks

Cypriot mother arrested in Greece after kids found with burn marks

A disturbing case involving a 32-year-old woman originally from Cyprus has rocked the city of Larissa in Greece after her two young children were found with what appear to be cigarette burns on their bodies....

New ATMs reach remote corners of Cyprus

New ATMs reach remote corners of Cyprus

If you live in a village or remote area, getting access to cash just got a little easier....

Woman killed in early morning crash on Makarios Ave

Woman killed in early morning crash on Makarios Ave

A tragic car accident in Lakatameia claimed the life of a 55-year-old woman on Tuesday morning, sending shockwaves through the local community....

Tourist beaten over sunbed dispute on Turkish beach

Tourist beaten over sunbed dispute on Turkish beach

A summer getaway turned violent on a beach in Alanya, Turkey, when a tourist was viciously attacked after refusing to pay for a sunbed, an incident that’s drawn widespread outrage and prompted swift action from local authorities....

Christodoulides pushes bold reform for better schools and a smarter Cyprus

Christodoulides pushes bold reform for better schools and a smarter Cyprus

Big promises are starting to take shape, and this time, it’s the kids who stand to benefit most....

Hot days, cool nights, and a forecast with no chill (except at night)

Hot days, cool nights, and a forecast with no chill (except at night)

Feeling a bit weather-whiplashed? You're not alone. A weak high-pressure system is hanging over us like a lazy summer intern, not doing much, but still somehow affecting everything....

Fire breaks out near Sina Oros after metal-cutting sparks dry brush

Fire breaks out near Sina Oros after metal-cutting sparks dry brush

A forest fire broke out early Monday afternoon near the community of Sina Oros, close to the main Nicosia–Troodos road, after sparks from a handheld metal-cutting tool ignited dry vegetation....

Three injured in violent rampage as masked mob attacks Omonia fan club after derby win

Three injured in violent rampage as masked mob attacks Omonia fan club after derby win

About 50 masked individuals armed with various weapons stormed an Omonia fan club in Lakatamia on Sunday night, causing extensive damage and injuring three people, police said....

Cyprus sees 25.5% jump in tourist arrivals in April, U.K. tops list

Cyprus sees 25.5% jump in tourist arrivals in April, U.K. tops list

Cyprus welcomed 418,730 tourists in April 2025, a 25.5% increase from the 333,563 arrivals recorded in April 2024, according to figures released Monday by the Statistical Service....

COVID-19 resurgence alarms Asia as cases soar in Hong Kong, Singapore and beyond

COVID-19 resurgence alarms Asia as cases soar in Hong Kong, Singapore and beyond

A fresh wave of COVID-19 is spreading through parts of Asia, including Hong Kong, Singapore, China and Thailand, prompting health authorities to renew warnings as infections and hospitalizations rise....

Joe Biden diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer

Joe Biden diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer

Former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, according to a statement from his office on Sunday....

Monday temperatures set to climb as week progresses, bringing warmer days ahead

Monday temperatures set to climb as week progresses, bringing warmer days ahead

A weak high-pressure system is currently affecting the region....

No pollution found at Lady’s Mile beach, Environment Department confirms

No pollution found at Lady’s Mile beach, Environment Department confirms

Lady’s Mile beach remains free of pollution, according to the Director of the Environment Department, Theodoulos Mesimeris, who addressed recent concerns Sunday following a warning from the British Bases in Akrotiri....

Larnaca Police seize cocaine hidden in bathroom furniture (PHOTOS)

Larnaca Police seize cocaine hidden in bathroom furniture (PHOTOS)

Two people were arrested after police discovered cocaine hidden inside a piece of furniture during a drug raid at a Larnaca residence, authorities said....

Youths assault three minors near Limassol Pier, Police say

Youths assault three minors near Limassol Pier, Police say

Police in Limassol are investigating an assault that left three minors injured after they were reportedly attacked by a group of other youths near the city’s pier....

Driver pulled from burning car after early-morning crash

Driver pulled from burning car after early-morning crash

A driver was rescued by passersby early Sunday morning after crashing into a tree and becoming trapped inside a burning vehicle in the Nicosia district....

Did you see Rihanna in Cyprus last week? Neither did we, but you might’ve thought so

Did you see Rihanna in Cyprus last week? Neither did we, but you might’ve thought so

It wasn’t Rihanna who took the stage in Cyprus on May 16, but for over 2,000 fans at EATmosphere in Nicosia, it might as well have been....

Kontides takes silver at World Championship after final-day incident

Kontides takes silver at World Championship after final-day incident

Pavlos Kontides finished first overall at the World Championship in Qingdao, but an incident during the opening race of the final day dropped him to second place in the final standings....

British Bases warn against swimming at Lady’s Mile due to contaminated water

British Bases warn against swimming at Lady’s Mile due to contaminated water

The British Bases have issued a warning against swimming at Lady’s Mile beach after tests revealed unsafe levels of enterococci bacteria in the seawater....

Adidas drone show near the Acropolis triggers legal drama and culture chat (VIDEO)

Adidas drone show near the Acropolis triggers legal drama and culture chat (VIDEO)

What happens when Adidas drones buzz near the Acropolis? Apparently, a legal kerfuffle and a lively debate about mixing business with ancient history....

Two arrested in connection with separate home burglaries in Paphos

Two arrested in connection with separate home burglaries in Paphos

Two men, aged 43 and 41, were arrested Friday in connection with separate home burglary and theft investigations in the Paphos district, police said....

Man pushes officer off motorcycle in dramatic arrest

Man pushes officer off motorcycle in dramatic arrest

A 37-year-old Iraqi man was arrested Friday afternoon in old Nicosia after allegedly pushing a police officer off his motorcycle during a routine stop, authorities said....

Two major roads near completion, set to transform travel across Cyprus (video)

Two major roads near completion, set to transform travel across Cyprus (video)

Two key road projects are nearing completion in Cyprus and are expected to significantly improve transport links and everyday life for citizens, especially in rural and mountainous areas. ...

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