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271. Trimiklini businessman traps officials and police in illegal fish farm raid

A Trimiklini businessman allegedly diverted water from the Kouris River to illegal fish farms, according to an Audit Office report. On September 19, 2023, he verbally abused, assaulted, and trapped Fisheries Department officials who came to inspect his facilities....

272. Woman arrested for duping victims of over €430,000

In a shocking turn of events, a 52-year-old woman has been apprehended by Limassol Police for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent real estate scheme. ...

273. Elon Musk's late SpaceX meeting sparks concerns over drug use

Elon Musk's usually dynamic SpaceX meetings took a bizarre turn recently, as the CEO arrived fashionably late, only to deliver a rambling and incoherent speech that left executives privately questioning his state of mind, according to The Wall Street Journal....

274. Trump-linked companies receive $7.8M from 20 governments

In a groundbreaking report released yesterday by Democratic lawmakers, a comprehensive 156-page document titled "White House for Sale: How Princes, Prime Ministers, and Premiers Paid Off President Trump" has brought to light a complex web of financial transactions....

275. Investigation underway of Turkish Cypriot lawyer arrested in Rome

In light of initial evidence, the Cyprus government suggests that Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kıursat, recently apprehended in Rome for allegedly selling Greek Cypriot property in the occupied areas,...

276. South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in urgent ICJ appeal

South Africa has urgently petitioned the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to intervene and prevent potential genocide by Israel in Gaza, specifically calling for a cessation of combat operations. ...

277. Politico: Newly unsealed Epstein documents offer few insights into high-profile associates

Newly unsealed court papers related to Jeffrey Epstein include the names of a handful of famous men whose associations with the late sex offender were previously known, but the documents provide few new disclosures about the nature of their relationships....

278. Hooded men attack minors after APOLLON vs. APOEL match

In a tumultuous turn of events following the APOLLON vs. APOEL football match in Limassol, law enforcement made significant arrests and responded to a violent incident that marred the post-game atmosphere....

279. New details emerge in Menendez's Qatari bribery allegations

In a complex legal saga, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez finds himself ensnared in deeper troubles as fresh allegations unfold....

280. The intriguing story behind the Apple watch controversy

In 2013, an executive from a medical device company presented an enticing proposal to Tim Cook, Apple's CEO—an entry into the medical device space...

281. Deputy PM and MP deny explosive bribery claims

In a shocking turn of events, a bribery scandal has erupted in the Turkish Cypriot government, implicating the deputy prime minister and a board member of the development bank....

282. T/C leader faces bribery scandal involving former Turkish VP

Reports and a leaked audio document are causing a stir in the Turkish Cypriot community, suggesting that Fuat Oktay, former Turkish vice-president handling the Cyprus file for Ankara, received a $50 million bribe from the late...

283. Turkish official denies corruption allegations

In response to allegations of involvement in a corruption scandal, Fouat Oktay, Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee of the Turkish National Assembly, vehemently denied any wrongdoing. ...

284. New York Times accuses Microsoft and OpenAI for copyright infringement

In a legal move unveiled on Wednesday, The New York Times has initiated legal proceedings against Microsoft and OpenAI, accusing them of copyright infringement in the development of their artificial intelligence products....

285. Parasite actor Lee Sun-kyun found dead at 48 amid drug investigation

South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun, renowned for his role in the Oscar-winning film Parasite, has been found dead at 48. Discovered unconscious in a car in a Seoul park, the cause of death remains unclear. ...

286. 2024 court documents to expose Epstein's associates and victims

In a significant development tied to the legal aftermath of the Jeffrey Epstein case, court documents containing the names of over 170 high-profile associates and victims are slated to be unsealed at the commencement of 2024....

287. Cyprus linked to Magnitsky case through luxury hotel investment

The international organization OCCRP, specializing in organized crime and corruption, has once again implicated Cyprus in investment cases related to the luxury hotel Cap St Georges in Peyia. The connection ties back to the infamous Magnitsky case, a high-profile tax fraud scandal in Russia....

288. Dog thrown off car park roof sparks outrage

In a shocking incident captured on CCTV, Amy Judge, a 26-year-old dog owner from Perth, Australia, threw her Maltese Shih Tzu, Princess, off the top of a multi-storey car park at Westfield Whitford City shopping center....

289. School assault complaint leads to family arrests in Limassol

In a shocking turn of events, a high school in Limassol District became the scene of a tumultuous clash involving multiple generations of a family....

290. Trial begins for alleged gang rape of British tourist by Israelis in Ayia Napa

The trial for the case of the gang rape of a 20-year-old British woman by five Israelis in a hotel in Ayia Napa began on Monday (18/12). The issue is being closely monitored by the British Foreign Ministry....

291. More than 25,000 lives lost in Israel's Gaza actions

In a comprehensive report released on December 17, the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor (EuroMed) sheds light on the devastating human cost of Israel's actions in Gaza....

292. Authorities probe infant abuse by unlicensed childcare worker

293. Authorities investigate alleged rape of 80-year-old woman in Ayia Napa

Authorities are actively investigating a troubling case involving the alleged sexual assault of an 80-year-old woman who reported the incident last week. According to the victim,...

294. Two arrested in attempted murder probe in Ayia Napa

In a significant development, police apprehended two individuals, aged 39 and 40, yesterday, as part of ongoing investigations into an attempted murder case in Famagusta province last November. ...

295. Russia opposes Georgia's port plan

In a bid to revolutionize freight travel, Georgia's Anaklia project aims to cut travel times and boost trade volumes significantly by 2030....

296.  Farmer's donkey causes fire, lands him in court

In a peculiar case currently under the scrutiny of the District Court of Famagusta, a 61-year-old farmer is grappling with legal consequences following a series of events set into motion by his donkey's misadventure....

297. US sanctions hit four Cyprus entities tied to Russian defense

In a strategic move, the United States Treasury Department has unveiled a targeted set of sanctions aimed at four legal entities associated with Cyprus....

298. Relocating 250,000 Palestinians to Cyprus?

The US website GIS/Defense & Foreign Affairs has published a report implicating Cyprus, particularly the occupied territories, in connection with the ongoing Israeli-Hamas conflict....

299. Farmers rally at Presidential Palace over subsidies

In a dramatic turn of events today, potato and wheat farmers engaged in clashes with the police during their protest outside the Presidential Palace....

300. Biden's approval hits record low as Trump gains momentum

In a recent Wall Street Journal poll, Donald Trump takes a lead over Joe Biden for the 2024 presidential election, marking a pivotal moment in the race....