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Postal package packed with pot: Pursuit of person pending

Postal package packed with pot: Pursuit of person pending

Testimony has been obtained against an individual, and a court-issued arrest warrant has been issued for the person, who is now wanted by authorities....

Four environmental groups accuse Forestry Department of violating Akamas protection terms

Four environmental groups accuse Forestry Department of violating Akamas protection terms

Four environmental organizations have jointly accused Cyprus’s Forestry Department of systematically violating legally binding environmental conditions related to the controversial road network upgrade in Akamas National Forest Park....

National Guard Chief reports 45% drop in accidents in 2024

National Guard Chief reports 45% drop in accidents in 2024

The National Guard recorded a 45% decrease in accidents in 2024 compared to the previous year, marking the lowest number of incidents on record, Chief of the National Guard Georgios Tsitsikostas announced Friday....

Police warn of scam texts demanding payment for traffic fines

Police warn of scam texts demanding payment for traffic fines

Cyprus police are sounding the alarm over a wave of scam messages being sent via social media and mobile phones, claiming recipients must pay fines for alleged traffic violations....

Grants up to €35,000 for renovating empty homes – with a catch.

Grants up to €35,000 for renovating empty homes – with a catch.

The Ministry of Interior has officially launched the ''Renovate-Rent'' Scheme, opening the door for property owners to receive grants of up to €35,000 to fix up vacant homes — as long as they rent them out affordably....

Easter celebration full of surprises from Lidl Cyprus

Easter celebration full of surprises from Lidl Cyprus

The beloved Lidl Food Academy in the heart of Nicosia is once again wearing its ''Easter gear'' and welcomes both children and adults on Sunday, April 13, for a wonderful day full of Easter flavours, happy activities and many surprises!...

Ad executive arrested in occupied north tied to Istanbul mayor probe

Ad executive arrested in occupied north tied to Istanbul mayor probe

The owner of an advertising company based in the occupied north of Cyprus has been arrested in connection with a major corruption investigation in Turkey — one that’s said to be linked to Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu....

New cycle and pedestrian path to transform Nicosia suburbs

New cycle and pedestrian path to transform Nicosia suburbs

A major upgrade to the Nicosia district’s urban landscape is on the way, as plans for a new cycle and pedestrian path along Kalamon/Glafkos Clerides Avenue officially move ahead. ...

Minthis Resort Ranked 20th Among the Top 100 Golf Resorts in Europe for 2025

Minthis Resort Ranked 20th Among the Top 100 Golf Resorts in Europe for 2025

Minthis Resort has been recognized as the number one golf destination in Cyprus and ranked 20th among the top golf resorts in Europe for 2025, according to the prestigious Leading Courses ranking. ...

The East Med Marine & Offshore Exhibition Returns!

The East Med Marine & Offshore Exhibition Returns!

The heart of the maritime and offshore industry is beating once again in Limassol! The East Med Marine & Offshore Exhibition, the premier event for industry professionals, will return for its 11th edition on April 24-25, 2025, at the stunning GrandResort Hotel....

Wizz Air Prepares for Its Biggest Summer Season Yet in Cyprus with a New Destination!

Wizz Air Prepares for Its Biggest Summer Season Yet in Cyprus with a New Destination!

Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline, is gearing up for its largest-ever summer season in Cyprus, offering more destinations, increased capacity, and unparalleled travel opportunities for Cypriot passengers....

AEGEAN proactively offers enhanced flexibility for those planning to travel on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, until the air traffic control strike is finalized

AEGEAN proactively offers enhanced flexibility for those planning to travel on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, until the air traffic control strike is finalized

AEGEAN and Olympic Air would like to inform all passengers with tickets for Wednesday, April 9, 2025, that, due to the possibility of a strike following the participation of air traffic controllers in the upcoming 24-hour strike by ADEDY, ...

Cyprus' social welfare services under fire amid rising failures and tragic cases

Cyprus' social welfare services under fire amid rising failures and tragic cases

Cyprus’ Social Welfare Services (SWS) are facing deep-rooted problems that have been simmering for years, and these issues are now putting vulnerable people at serious risk....

Anastasiades breaks silence: ''My associates were not Drousiotis' sources''

Anastasiades breaks silence: ''My associates were not Drousiotis' sources''

In an exclusive interview, former President Nikos Anastasiades opens up about his new book, 'The Sycophant', and the ongoing feud with journalist Makarios Drousiotis....

Trump’s tariff blitz threatens Cyprus’ push for U.S. investments

Trump’s tariff blitz threatens Cyprus’ push for U.S. investments

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s dramatic declaration of a ''Liberation” Day'', marked by the sudden imposition of 20% tariffs on imports from the European Union, as well as from Japan, India, Switzerland and China, has sent shockwaves across global markets and ignited fresh fears of a prolonged U.S.-Europe economic standoff....

Monday forecast: Clouds, dust, and the relentless pursuit of coffee

Monday forecast: Clouds, dust, and the relentless pursuit of coffee

Good morning to everyone who heroically got out of bed today despite the gravitational pull of the weekend. If you're already on your fifth cup of coffee and still contemplating a nap, you're not alone, and you're definitely not imagining that sluggish vibe in the air. It's not just you. It's also the weather....

Fourth year of drought in Cyprus threatens food security

Fourth year of drought in Cyprus threatens food security

Cyprus is entering its fourth consecutive year of drought, raising serious concerns over food security....

Tiny school with big dreams: Kambos Primary breaks barriers in rural Cyprus

Tiny school with big dreams: Kambos Primary breaks barriers in rural Cyprus

Nestled in the remote mountain village of Kambos, the smallest school in Cyprus is proving that size doesn’t limit ambition....

From sub-hunting to rescue ops, regional forces train side by side in 'NOBLE DINA – 2025' Exercise

From sub-hunting to rescue ops, regional forces train side by side in 'NOBLE DINA – 2025' Exercise

Naval and air forces from Cyprus, France, Greece, the United States, Italy and Israel participated in the multinational aeronautical exercise “NOBLE DINA – 2025”....

Violent confrontation in Oroklini leaves man seriously injured, infant hospitalized (videos)

Violent confrontation in Oroklini leaves man seriously injured, infant hospitalized (videos)

A violent confrontation erupted on Saturday at an apartment complex in Oroklini, Larnaca, leaving a foreign man seriously injured and a 9-month-old infant hospitalized as a precaution....

Historic linear park to unite divided Nicosia by 2026

Historic linear park to unite divided Nicosia by 2026

In a landmark development for Cyprus, the European Commission has approved the expansion of the Pedieos (Kanlidere) Linear Park to span the entire city of Nicosia....

Paphos Airport gears up for new VIP terminal

Paphos Airport gears up for new VIP terminal

Soon, passengers flying through Paphos Airport will be able to enjoy a touch of luxury before takeoff, thanks to a brand-new VIP terminal that’s set to open by the end of 2025....

Cyprus’ underrated multicolored identity

Cyprus’ underrated multicolored identity

It’s both disheartening and a little absurd, but the only place I have personally encountered nearly all the languages spoken in Cyprus is… IKEA in Nicosia....

Troodos observatory to open in June, bringing Cyprus into the spotlight of astro-tourism

Troodos observatory to open in June, bringing Cyprus into the spotlight of astro-tourism

Cyprus is about to take a giant leap into the world of astro-tourism with the much-anticipated Troodos Observatory, set to open in June 2025....

German woman accused of illegally handling Greek Cypriot property challenges arrest procedures

German woman accused of illegally handling Greek Cypriot property challenges arrest procedures

A German real estate agent accused of illegally dealing in Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied areas has challenged the legality of her arrest and search....

Cyprus sees decline in asylum appeals but spike from high-risk nations

Cyprus sees decline in asylum appeals but spike from high-risk nations

Cyprus recorded a notable 22% decrease in the number of new appeals by asylum seekers in 2024, according to the Legal Service's annual statistical report....

Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

Torrential rain hammered parts of Cyprus on Friday afternoon, turning streets into rivers and creating flash floods that caused traffic chaos and panic in several areas....

Trump unveils $5M ‘Trump Card’ for citizenship. Is it right out of the Cyprus playbook?

Trump unveils $5M ‘Trump Card’ for citizenship. Is it right out of the Cyprus playbook?

In classic Trump fashion, the president made headlines yet again—this time mid-air aboard Air Force One—by unveiling a new “Trump Card” aimed at wealthy foreign investors....

AEGEAN hosts Open Days for cabin crew members on April 11th and 12th in Athens

AEGEAN hosts Open Days for cabin crew members on April 11th and 12th in Athens

AEGEAN seeks new cabin crew members and hosts Open Days on Friday, April 11th and Saturday, April 12th at the Electra Metropolis Athens Hotel. The event offers a great chance to build a new career with the Greek flag carrier. ...

Cyprus kicks off 2025 with tourism boom as revenues jump 53% in January

Cyprus kicks off 2025 with tourism boom as revenues jump 53% in January

Tourism in Cyprus is off to a flying start in 2025, with January’s revenue soaring to €69.2 million, a 53.1% jump compared to the same month last year, according to the latest figures from the Statistical Service’s Traveler Survey....

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