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1. 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....

2. Cyprus ordered to pay €18,800 for human rights violation

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has condemned the Republic of Cyprus for violating the human rights of a Russian fugitive, Dzhandzhgav, who had been detained for nearly three years in connection with fraud charges. ...

3. Israeli airstrikes resume in Gaza amid stalled ceasefire talks

More than 400 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, according to Palestinian medics....

4. COVID-19 lab leak ''highly likely''

Germany’s intelligence agency estimates there is an 80-90% probability that the coronavirus accidentally leaked from a Chinese laboratory....

5. Over half of second-hand online sellers are breaking EU consumer laws

A recent sweep by the European Commission and national consumer authorities has revealed that over half of second-hand online traders are not complying with EU consumer protection laws....

6. Deadly airbags, six years of silence, now the EU is investigating Cyprus

The European Commission has launched an inquiry into Cyprus’ handling of the Takata airbag crisis after years of government inaction despite repeated EU safety alerts. ...

7. Private company constructs power plant in Mari without permits

A private company has built key infrastructure to support the operation of a privately owned power plant in Mari without obtaining the necessary permits, according to a special report by the Audit Office....

8. Police officer to stand trial on corruption and fraud charges

A police officer arrested in January on corruption-related charges is now facing legal proceedings after a case was officially registered against him last Tuesday before the District Court....

9. Are rules only for some? Illegal Latchi hotel expansion set to be approved

A controversial tourist development in Latchi has raised serious concerns over government transparency and adherence to the rule of law, as the construction of a four-star resort faces allegations of long-standing illegalities. ...

10. Hotels cannot retain guest ID copies, Commissioner warns

11. British Airways sues for $1.2 million over missing gold jewelry (Update)

British Airways is taking legal action against a ground-handling company over the disappearance of nearly 20 pounds of gold jewelry worth millions....

12. ECHR tells Cyprus, ''Pay up for buffer zone property used by UN''

In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ordered Cyprus to compensate a British national for the use of her house in the buffer zone by UN peacekeeping forces without paying rent....

13. Cambridge law student sues over PhD failure

A Cambridge University law student has filed a lawsuit against the prestigious institution, claiming disability discrimination after failing his PhD and delaying his career as a barrister....

14. Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire and hostage exchange

Israel and Hamas have struck a pivotal agreement to end the fighting in Gaza, marking a potential conclusion to a 15-month-long war that has devastated the region....

15. Akamas: Contractor's agreement being terminated

The Agriculture Minister, Maria Panayiotou, informed the Parliamentary Committee on Environment that the contract with the Akamas contractor is being terminated due to breached terms. ...

16. Meta slammed with €250 million fine for Facebook data breach

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has been hit with a hefty fine of over €250 million (approximately £206 million) by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) due to a significant data breach....

17. Israel seizes Golan Heights buffer zone after Assad's fall

After the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Israel seized control of a crucial buffer zone in the Golan Heights, an area that has been a source of ongoing geopolitical tension....

18. Approximately 12 investigations underway by the Independent Authority Against Corruption

Transparency Commissioner Harris Pogiatzis revealed that around 12 investigations by the Independent Authority Against Corruption are currently in progress, with results expected to be announced soon....

19. Police prepared to ensure security and order at the event supporting mujahideen in Syria

The police have announced their readiness to ensure security and maintain order during an event organized by Syrians residing in Cyprus....

20. Half of citizens and businesses targeted by cybercriminals in 2024

In a startling revelation, a recent survey by the Digital Security Authority has found that one in two people in Cyprus fell victim to a cyber attack in 2024....

21. Commission's migration challenge: Syria and political hurdles complicate new EU legislation

According to an article by Pavlos Xanthoulis, the European Commission, led by Ursula von der Leyen, prepares to unveil a new migration and refugee framework in February 2025, significant challenges loom, from escalating conflict in Syria to contentious legal and political disputes within the EU. ...

22. Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire now in effect after 13 months of conflict

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect early Wednesday, starting at 4 a.m. local time (2 a.m. UK time). ...

23. Intruders breach Windsor Castle estate while royal family sleeps

Masked intruders broke into the Windsor Castle estate, where Prince William, Princess Kate, and their three children were asleep in their Adelaide Cottage residence....

24. Lois Builders slams contract termination, cites mismanagement and delays

Lois Builders Ltd. has issued a statement in response to the recent termination of its contract for the Fishing Reserve and Liopetriou River project, calling the move ''unprecedented.''...

25. 26-year-old injured in APOEL-Anorthosis fan clash

A 26-year-old man sustained facial fractures and other injuries in clashes that erupted Monday night following the football match between APOEL and Anorthosis at GSP Stadium, police said....

26. Cyprus under siege as cyberattacks raise alarms

Since October 17, hackers have been launching a series of targeted attacks on various organizations and companies across Cyprus, sparking public debate about the country's ability to fend off cyber threats. ...

27. Massive cyber attacks target key websites in Cyprus

In the past 24 hours, Cyprus has been hit by a series of major cyber attacks, targeting both government websites and critical internet infrastructure....

28. 17-year-old arrested over Finikoudes fight

A 17-year-old minor was arrested Sunday night in connection with an ongoing police investigation into a case involving conspiracy to commit a misdemeanor, affray, causing a disturbance, breach of the peace, and malicious damage....

29. Cyprus on high alert after cyberattack threat by hackers

Cyprus state services are closely monitoring developments following a warning of an imminent cyberattack targeting the country's critical infrastructure, although no attack has occurred yet, according to well-informed sources....

30. German estate agent denies misappropriation of Greek Cypriot properties

In the ongoing saga surrounding the controversial sale of Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied territories, a German real estate agent has denied all charges against her. ...