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61. Secrets of the A380: What passengers never see

62. Judge hears new evidence in mercy killing case

A harrowing video recorded in Britain was played this week before a Cypriot judge, who is presiding over the criminal trial of a British pensioner who is facing murder charges after ending the life of his cancer-stricken wife...

63. Brothers facing US extradition walk free in Cyprus

The Supreme Court in the Republic of Cyprus has ordered the release of five suspects, including two Greek Cypriot brothers, who are wanted by US authorities in connection with an investigation into investment fraud...

64. Frontline’s Cyprus move fails to impress rival

Plans by a shipping tycoon to redomicile his company to Cyprus became unclear after Frontline announced a merger with a rival oil tanker operator fell through...

65. Dubai abolishes alcohol tax

According to the BBC, Dubai is eliminating the 30% alcohol tax and will no longer require personal alcohol licences, which are required for anyone wishing to consume alcohol....

66. Belgian judge throws book at Eva Kaili

EU lawmaker Eva Kaili has been ordered to remain in custody for another month as investigations continue into corruption charges, with one of her lawyers suggesting prosecutors were ‘acting politically’ in the case...

67. Drug squad chief vindicated but not squeaky clean

An independent probe found no evidence of corruption against Cyprus’ drug squad chief, with the prison warden who accused him of illegal activities to undermine her demanding a transfer to another position...

68. Eva Kaili: From city council to city prison

69. What did Cypriot consumers purchase in 2022?

Cashless transactions have significantly increased since businesses are now required to accept credit or debit cards. Card payments now account for approximately 72% of all commercial transactions, rather than cash. ...

70. Grant Johnson: City of Dreams Mediterranean will be the game changer for Cyprus’ hospitality industry

The multi-themed City of Dreams Mediterranean resort in Limassol, which will include a luxury hotel, casino, entertainment and sports facilities, adventure park, shops and restaurants, among others, will begin operations in the second quarter of 2023. Grant Johnson, the General Manager of COD analyzes what exactly the City of Dreams Mediterranean will be, what it will offer to the tourism product of Cyprus, how it will strengthen the country's economy and its position as a popular tourist destination and at the same time he analyzes how this project will have significant benefits for the local community and its people. ...

71. Kaili’s lawyer drops hint about Italian job

There is conflicting information about a corruption investigation in the European Parliament following the arrest of a Greek former VP, with media reports speculating she was being detained in connection with Qatar while her lawyer is pointing the finger squarely at her Italian fellow suspects including her male partner...

72. Shipping tycoon wants to transfer biz to Cyprus

A Norwegian-born Cypriot billionaire wants to move his shipping company to Cyprus to reap benefits, including an EU-approved tonnage tax regime available only to tax residents of the island, which is scrambling to keep its industry afloat amid sanctions against Russia...

73. Indonesia: Unmarried couples could face jail time for having sex

The Indonesian parliament has unanimously approved strict new laws that will criminalize sex outside of marriage....

74. Cyprus Cocktail Festival - The Christmas Edition

Deejay Radio and Difford's Guide have announced that the CYPRUS COCKTAIL FESTIVAL, which was postponed in October of last year, will return on December 14 in CHRISTMAS MODE....

75. Suspect in Nicosia prison murder case cries foul

The main suspect in the death of a Turkish Cypriot inmate in Nicosia has leveled multiple accusations during a court appearance on Monday, when reporters also heard him screaming at police and asking to be transferred to a different jailhouse...

76. Qatar: Beer banned at stadiums just 2 days before World Cup

The sale of alcohol is strictly controlled in Qatar, and it had to relax its restrictions to allow FIFA sponsor Budweiser to sell its products outside World Cup match venues and fan zones. Now, fans have been told they cannot buy beer at any games during the tournament....

77. Limassol are you ready? Nostalgia Halloween Party on Saturday 29/10 at Limassol AGORA

Following the great success of last year’s Limassol Nostalgia Halloween Party held at Limassol AGORA, the upcoming mega party repeat on Saturday 29/10 is the place to be for all Halloween buffs and not only....

78. Merchants of Death

People trafficker. A profitable “profession.” A high-risk profession, of course, because the business may sink. In this case, literally. Then 18, 50, 100 lives could be lost, including small children....

79. Diffords Guide - Deejay Radio: Presenting the 3rd annual Cyprus Cocktail Festival

Deejay Radio presents the 3rd annual Cyprus Cocktail Festival in collaboration with international guide diffordsguide.com!...

80. Freed Greek Cypriot vows to fight 'spite ban' in north

A Greek Cypriot influencer vows to get his name off a stop list in the Turkish Cypriot north, where he says his arrest and long detention was a political double whammy out of spite because of his pro-reunification views but also EOKA nostalgia...

81. NETFLIX airs film on Cypriot 'utopian' prison

The highly-anticipated NETFLIX documentary on Cyprus’ central prison aired this week, with the star of the series showing disbelief at the 'utopian' penitentiary that went from suicides to weddings under the direction of a reformist warden...

82. Zoophile goes to prison in bestiality case

A man from rural Nicosia has received a prison sentence after he was found guilty of sexually abusing and torturing animals at a small farm in Larnaca...

83. Russia: 'Either we send convicts to fight in Ukraine, or your children'

The head of a notorious Russian mercenary group has defended the idea of sending prisoners to fight in Ukraine's war after the publication of a video showing him recruiting in a prison....

84. Cyprus spits bars in latest Greek-Turkish spat

The foreign ministry in the Republic of Cyprus is accusing Turkey of hyping 'rhetoric madness' following Ankara’s criticism towards Athens, as the two NATO allies continue to accuse each other of harassment...

85. The 4th Nicosia Epic Street Fest is fast approaching

Coming this Christmas on Stasikratous Street on Wednesday 21 December from 7 pm to midnight!...

86. Cyprus tourism rebounds despite lack of Russian tourists

Beside sparkling Mediterranean waters at the Cypriot resort town of Ayia Napa, the bars are bouncing with foam dance parties as tourist numbers rebound following two tough years of the pandemic....

87. From the unique to the chic, Nicosia restaurants have it covered

Nicosia, the cosmopolitan center of the island, is known for its many coffee shops, bistros, bars, restaurants and just plain watering holes serving any type of cuisine you can imagine. ...

88. The city that never sleeps. No, not New York...Limassol!

"I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps". Well, if we can't be in New York, Limassol will have to do....

89. Nothing says summer like sunset cocktails in Paphos

Nothing compares to Paphos' sunsets. Savor them while relaxing on a perfect beach, cocktail in hand while listening to great music. You’ll never know what hit you....

90. Some of the best beach bars of Ayia Napa and Protaras

Relaxing moments, captivating music, and delightful drinks by the sea, set on white sandy beaches. You’ll never want to leave the island after this....