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1. Thousands ignore traffic camera fines despite extension

Most drivers caught by traffic cameras in Cyprus are still not paying their fines, despite repeated warnings and an extension that gave them extra time to settle the penalties....

2. Goodbye boarding passes? Air travel set for high-tech transformation

The days of fumbling through your bag for a boarding pass or waiting in long check-in lines at the airport may soon be over....

3. Limassol police officer injured in midnight shovel showdown

Things got unexpectedly medieval in Limassol in the early hours of Thursday, when a routine traffic camera check turned into a shovel-wielding showdown....

4. Aegean and Olympic Air Announce Flight Disruptions Due to April 9 Strike

AEGEAN and Olympic Air would like to inform all passengers that because of the participation of the Hellenic Air Traffic Controllers Association in the 24-hour general strike announced by ADEDY on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, are obliged to cancel or adjust scheduled flights of the domestic and international network....

5. 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....

6. 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....

7. 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, ...

8. Important Announcement from Petrolina – Caution Regarding Misleading Messages

Petrolina informs the public that messages are being sent to mobile phones that misleadingly appear to originate from Petrolina....

9. Global operation shuts down dark web child abuse network, arrests in Cyprus

In a major international crackdown, authorities have shut down a dark web website linked to the distribution of child sexual abuse material, involving 38 countries, including Cyprus. ...

10. Wizz Air unveils bold customer-first overhaul with €14 billion investment

Wizz Air, recognized as the most environmentally sustainable airline in EMEA, is taking customer experience to new heights with the launch of its Customer First transformation plan. The initiative, backed by a massive €14 billion investment over the next three years, aims to enhance every stage of the travel experience—from booking to landing....

11. Enjoy Easter with the most EPIC offers – €200 discount on smartphones at Epic!

Will you finally get the smartphone you’ve been dreaming of this Easter? Epic gives you the chance to get it with €0 upfront and a €200 discount with the 5G Unlimited Max Plus plan, all with an amazingly low monthly fee....

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13. Countdown to chaos: Cyprus’ traffic light fiasco

The government has been given an ultimatum: install countdown timers at traffic lights equipped with cameras within six months—or shut down the traffic camera system entirely. ...

14. Hang up or pay up: Tougher penalties for drivers using phones

Drivers caught holding a mobile phone while driving could soon face stricter financial penalties if a proposal by the Police, expected to be submitted for legislation, becomes law....

15. 14 mobile phones found hidden in refrigerator for inmate, says Prison Department

Authorities discovered 14 mobile phones and 12 charging cables carefully concealed inside the insulation of a small refrigerator intended for an inmate....

16. Human trafficking case at Kyrenia Port

"Authorities" in the occupied part of Cyprus have extended the detention of six individuals suspected of human trafficking through the port of Kyrenia....

17. Delivery driver attacked and robbed in Kiti

Police are investigating a violent attack on a food delivery driver in Kiti on Thursday night, where six individuals assaulted the man and stole his motorcycle and mobile phone....

18. Tragic loss of life in Gaza amid freezing conditions

In a devastating consequence of a severe cold snap in Gaza, six Palestinian infants have died from hypothermia, medical officials report....

19. E-Kalathi platform set to revolutionize shopping with real-time price comparison

From the 10th of February this year, supermarkets across Cyprus have been participating in a pilot phase of the e-kalathi electronic platform, with plans to roll it out to consumers by March 4. ...

20. Local high school embraces creativity over screens

Palouriotissa High School has embraced an innovative approach to student life after the Ministry of Education's ban on mobile phones in schools....

21. 73-year-old woman and daughter lead family-run sex trafficking ring in Athens

In a dramatic operation earlier this week, Greek police, in collaboration with NGOs OUR RESCUE and A21, dismantled a large sex trafficking ring allegedly run by a 73-year-old woman, known only as ''Marina,''...

22. Big US companies borrowing in Europe to save money

Big American companies are increasingly turning to Europe to borrow money at lower costs, taking advantage of cheaper interest rates compared to those in the US....

23. Freedom Holding Corp. reports 57% surge in Q3 revenue, hits $9 billion market cap milestone

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC), the parent company of Freedom24, has announced two significant milestones: strong third quarter results for fiscal year 2025 and a record market capitalisation of $9 billion....

24. Rate hikes got you down? Bank of Cyprus has €2 Million (with strings attached)

Bank of Cyprus, perhaps feeling a twinge of sympathy for mortgage holders grappling with those pesky European Central Bank interest rate hikes, has unveiled a €2 million rewards program....

25. Wizz air connects you with Europe’s most romantic destinations from Cyprus, this Valentine’s Day

Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline , is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day with a special Buy One, Get One Half Price promotion—helping travelers create unforgettable moments in Europe’s most romantic cities. ...

26. Threat against President Christodoulides under investigation

Authorities in Cyprus are working behind closed doors to investigate a threatening message sent to President Nikos Christodoulides. While details remain scarce, the President himself confirmed the threat, emphasizing that he has full confidence in law enforcement to handle the case....

27. ''Police have never seen a child so badly abused...''

The atmosphere outside the Heraklion courthouse is tense as people gather to await the testimonies of the 26-year-old mother and her 44-year-old partner for the abuse of little Angelos, who is fighting for his life in the ICU of Heraklion University General Hospital....

28. Murderer behind bars gives controversial podcast interview

In a bizarre and controversial turn of events, Loy Dejan, a notorious four-time murderer, has made waves by giving an online interview from his prison cell, further igniting concerns over the rampant use of mobile phones inside Cyprus' Central Prison....

29. Over 3,100 traffic offences reported in one week

More than 3,104 traffic offences were detected and reported during traffic checks carried out by members of the police across the country from 13/01/2025 to 19/01/2025....

30. Authorities warn of dangerous products in the European market (links included)

Dangerous products and items containing hazardous chemicals have been identified in the European market, according to an announcement by the Labour Inspection Department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security....