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From bright spells to passing storms, expect a little of everything in the days ahead. Photo credit: Unsplash

Windy skies and wandering showers set the tone for Holy Wednesday

Blustery conditions and the odd shower bring a changeable mood across the island.

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Experts link school violence to social factors and call for stronger prevention and teacher training. Photo credit: Unsplash

Over 500 school violence incidents recorded in Cyprus during 2024-2025

New nationwide report reveals rise in both physical and verbal as well as cyber incidents.

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Gaps in oversight allow repeat defaulters to continue receiving payment leniency.

Cyprus Legal Service exposed over €26 million in uncollected court debts

Audit reveals decade-long delays and inconsistent handling of fine suspensions.

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07/04/2026 | NEWS

Dispute over work issues escalated into knife attack causing serious injury. Image is AI

Worker jailed for four years over stabbing at migrant centre

31-year-old surrendered himself to police after attacking colleague at Kofinou centre.

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Mobile phone use while driving quadruples the likelihood of a collision. Photo credit: Unsplash

Alcohol and drugs behind 24% of fatal road crashes in Cyprus

Motorcyclists face nearly 14 times higher risk of deadly accidents than car drivers.

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07/04/2026 | NEWS

Authorities urged to tighten controls and ensure benefits support need, not long-term dependency. Photo credit: Unsplash

Audit finds major flaws in Cyprus welfare benefit system

Weak oversight and poor data checks led to prolonged and potentially unjustified benefit payments.

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07/04/2026 | NEWS

Uncertainty grows as diplomacy continues behind the scenes. Photo credit: @WhiteHouse Facebook

Trump’s Iran deadline nears as tensions rise without breakthrough

Tehran resists US demands while threats of sweeping strikes intensify.

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07/04/2026 | NEWS

Sentences reduced after error in applying harsher penalty law. Photo credit: Unsplash

Doctor and wife convicted of charging patient for free hospital equipment lose appeal

Court rejects claims of unfair trial and finds no evidence of judicial bias.

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07/04/2026 | NEWS

Next steps and confidence-building measures to be clarified under António Guterres. Photo credit: Stavros Ioannides/PIO

Cyprus leaders call talks constructive, plan late April meeting

Nikos Christodoulides and Tufan Erhürman express cautious optimism but see no immediate restart of formal negotiations.

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07/04/2026 | NEWS

Expect 22°C inland today, Ideal for finishing those Holy Week errands before the midday mountain showers arrive. Photo credit: Unsplash

Holy Tuesday forecast: A calmer rhythm for the Great Week

The midday clouds are still planning a visit, but the atmosphere is trading the heavy thunder for a more composed spring ...

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07/04/2026 | NEWS

Strong performance across seniors, juniors, and cadets divisions. Photo credit: @cyprussports Facebook

Cyprus taekwondo team wins eight medals at Skopje Open Ramus 2026

One gold, one silver, and six bronze medals secured in international ranking tournament.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Authorities warn public to protect personal and financial information. Photo credit: Cyprus Police

Fake “Cyprus Police” post circulating online; public urged to stay alert

Fraudulent social media post urges users to click malicious link.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Legal experts warn of delayed police response and growing public distrust in authorities.

Drousiotis case deepens as testimony disputes evidence and exposes institutional strain

Key witness rejects major allegations and questions authenticity of critical SMS evidence.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Unusually strong inflows, especially in March, boost reserves. Photo credit: @kerofiloi.kiprou.weather.enthusiasts.cyprus/Photis Michaelides Facebook

Reservoir levels improve to 33.9% but long-term water concerns remain

Storage higher than last year, yet officials warn it is still insufficient for future security.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Burglary tools and unexplained items found in suspect’s possession. Photo credit: Unsplash

Man caught in the act during suspected home burglary

Police discover 45-year-old during early-morning search of residence.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Authorities confirm ongoing monitoring as extreme dust levels temporarily halted outdoor activities. File photo

Hazardous air quality in Cyprus linked to dust, not Middle East conflict

Analysis shows recent dust surge originated from Libya, with no evidence of war-related pollutants.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Ecologists Movement warns of serious lapses and calls for reform of Animal Police unit. Photo credit: @cygreens Facebook

Eight months on, Nicosia animal poisoning case remains unresolved

Family of dead dog says eight months on, authorities have provided no answers.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Authorities continue planning long-term solutions to ongoing water scarcity challenges. File photo

Limassol mobile desalination unit begins full operation

New facility boosts daily water supply as Cyprus expands desalination capacity.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Molotov devices discovered near Limassol church; police respond to fires and firecrackers. File photo

Police uncover molotov cocktails while bonfire and firecracker incidents spread

Intensified patrols lead to seizures of explosives and removal of bonfire materials across districts.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Savings limit waived for 2026 in expanded support measure. File photo Unsplash

Government approves €250 Easter support for low-income pensioners

Income criteria remain unchanged as over 10,000 beneficiaries expected.

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Dust remains a persistent guest, but at least the 21°C temperatures are keeping things comfortable for the Holy Week preparations. Photo credit: Unsplash

Holy Monday forecast: A damp start to the Great Week

The air mass is feeling as unstable as a Monday morning without coffee, with hail and thunder potentially joining the first ...

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06/04/2026 | NEWS

Greek F-16 Vipers conduct near-nightly patrols over Cypriot airspace. Photo credit: www.armyrecognition.com

National Guard to acquire four Centaur anti-drone systems

Purchase follows drone strike that exposed gaps in Cyprus’s air defenses.

Apostolos Tomaras

05/04/2026 | NEWS

President outlines military upgrades and deterrence strategy as Cyprus navigates regional instability and ongoing division. Photo credit: PIO

Cyprus signals new economic support measures while reinforcing defence capabilities

Government ready to act on rising fuel costs, with €200m already deployed and more measures possible.

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05/04/2026 | NEWS

Environmental groups say key violations remain unresolved two years after Phase A works began, with no accountability or full compliance. Photo credit: Birdlife Cyprus/Christia Alexandrou

Akamas project accused of mismanagement and covering up violations

Organisations accuse the government of sidelining consultation while Akamas continues to operate as an “open construction ...

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04/04/2026 | NEWS

Southern Europe dominates top tourist regions, with Croatia, Spain, and France leading Q3 rankings. Photo credit: Unsplash

Cyprus records over 3.1 million short-term rental nights in peak summer 2025

EU-wide short-term accommodation demand surges, nearing 1 billion overnight stays in 2025.

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04/04/2026 | NEWS

UN warns incident risks undermining public safety and calls for restraint. File photo

UN increases security presence in Nicosia Buffer Zone after violent incident

Patrols deployed and police alerted following stone-throwing and firecracker disturbance.

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Authorities prepare overseas polling stations while final voter list to be confirmed mid-April. Photo credit: Unsplash

Cyprus sees surge in new voter registrations before May elections

Over 10,000 new applications submitted as electoral roll undergoes final review.

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04/04/2026 | NEWS

Authorities step up precautions and vaccinations ahead of Easter. Photo credit: stockwatch.com

New FMD case found at cattle farm in Geri

Total affected farms now at 52 as checks and testing continue.

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04/04/2026 | NEWS

Elderly man dies in hospital after losing consciousness at Larnaca beach

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Windy skies and wandering showers set the tone for Holy Wednesday

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Windy skies and wandering showers set the tone for Holy Wednesday

Over 500 school violence incidents recorded in Cyprus during 2024-2025

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Worker jailed for four years over stabbing at migrant centre

Alcohol and drugs behind 24% of fatal road crashes in Cyprus

Audit finds major flaws in Cyprus welfare benefit system

Trump’s Iran deadline nears as tensions rise without breakthrough

Doctor and wife convicted of charging patient for free hospital equipment lose appeal

Cyprus leaders call talks constructive, plan late April meeting

Holy Tuesday forecast: A calmer rhythm for the Great Week

Cyprus taekwondo team wins eight medals at Skopje Open Ramus 2026

Fake “Cyprus Police” post circulating online; public urged to stay alert

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Reservoir levels improve to 33.9% but long-term water concerns remain

Man caught in the act during suspected home burglary

Hazardous air quality in Cyprus linked to dust, not Middle East conflict

Eight months on, Nicosia animal poisoning case remains unresolved

Limassol mobile desalination unit begins full operation

Police uncover molotov cocktails while bonfire and firecracker incidents spread

Government approves €250 Easter support for low-income pensioners

Holy Monday forecast: A damp start to the Great Week

National Guard to acquire four Centaur anti-drone systems

Cyprus signals new economic support measures while reinforcing defence capabilities

Akamas project accused of mismanagement and covering up violations

Cyprus records over 3.1 million short-term rental nights in peak summer 2025

UN increases security presence in Nicosia Buffer Zone after violent incident

Cyprus sees surge in new voter registrations before May elections

New FMD case found at cattle farm in Geri

Stern warning issued to Turkish vessel

Justice minister determined to tackle poor driving culture

Windy skies and wandering showers set the tone for Holy Wednesday