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61. Pediatric cancer cases on the rise in Cyprus

Annually, approximately 42 new cases of cancer or leukemia afflict children and teenagers under the age of 19 in Cyprus, according to insights shared by Clinical Professor of Pediatrics,...

62. Cabinet moves forward with plan to support Cyprus entrepreneurs

Cyprus is gearing to set up a National Development Organisation which coupled with the Cyprus Equity Fund will promote entrepreneurship by covering financing gaps for small and medium-sized enterprises and start-ups, Minister of Finance Makis Keravnos said on Wednesday....

63. Tenants urge Parliament for fairness amid €150 to €2,800 spikes

The Professional Committee for the Management of Turkish Cypriot Properties in Limassol has reported significant rent hikes for commercial assets....

64. US senators grill social media CEOs over child safety concerns

In a heated session on Wednesday, U.S. senators confronted leaders of major social media companies, urging swift legislative action to address escalating threats of sexual predation targeting children on their platforms....

65. Court increases prison sentence for fatal car accident to 3 years

The Court of Appeals has ruled to impose a 3-year prison sentence, as opposed to the initial 22 months handed down by the lower court, to an individual found guilty......

66. Anastasiades faces golden passport scandal investigation

The Economic Committee of the Parliament has approved the release of €1.04 million for procuring services for the Anti-Corruption Authority's investigations....

67. Tragic collision leads to harsher punishment for negligent driver

In a recent development, the Court of Appeals has revisited the sentencing in the tragic traffic death case involving 62-year-old Hungarian national Marta Tyorjanne....

68. Foreclosure fate tied to 'Mortgage-to-Rent' scheme

Cyprus' parliament has given the green light to a groundbreaking law aimed at empowering homeowners and offering relief in the face of mortgage challenges....

69. Inquiry raises more questions in National Guardsman's death

70. Cypriot MPs decry threats to media freedom at European Assembly

Cypriot MPs Yiorgos Loukaides and Christiana Erotokritou spoke about the importance of freedom of speech and on the increasing......

71. How state members earn in semi-governmental boards

The monthly income for the president/member of a semi-governmental organization, derived from participating in the organization's sessions, averages around €400 to €500....

72. Hooligans force suspension of Alphamega stadium match

The events that unfolded on the evening of Wednesday, January 24, at Limassol's ''Alphamega'' stadium during the football match between Apollon and AEL have exposed the authorities as powerless....

73. Cyprus exposes 25 cases of dual pensions and salaries

Around 25 citizens and officials in the Republic of Cyprus are receiving double pay—pension plus salary, according to the Republic's Auditor General....

74. Greek Mafia hits, 'Alexoui' murder, and the enigmatic escape via Mount Athos

In the world of crime, an international expatriate group with ties to the former USSR is making headlines. ...

75. Police to boost frontline presence and tackle organized crime

Amid escalating concerns about a recent surge in crime, the police have unveiled a comprehensive set of measures designed to enhance public safety and tackle underlying structural issues within the force....

76. Police intensify probes into illicit sports-related activities

In response to a meeting at the Ministry of Justice and Public Order, the police announced immediate measures to prevent and tackle organized crime and violence in sports arenas....

77. Cameras cut road deaths by 18% in two years

The two-year operation of the photo-labeling system, initiated on 1/1/2022 with four mobile and four fixed cameras, has witnessed a remarkable success in enhancing road safety....

78. Assessing the President's letter on Turkish offenses

President Christodoulides urgently appealed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, seeking intervention to curb Turkish violations in the buffer zone, expressing concern about the potential for a serious crisis....

79. Prince Harry drops lawsuit against Daily Mail

Prince Harry has chosen to abandon his libel lawsuit against the Daily Mail tabloid's publisher, Associated Newspapers Ltd., following a recent court ruling that suggested a potential trial loss....

80. Open selection ensures 40% women in semi-governmental organizations

President Nikos Christodoulides presided over a Ministerial Council meeting at the Presidential Palace today, focusing on significant governance reforms....

81. Parliament enacts law granting tax exemption on loan repayments

The House of Representatives has unanimously approved a law exempting individuals who sold real estate or transferred shares to repay Non-Servicing Loans from the 0.4% tax designated for the Central Equal Weight Sharing Agency...

82. Businesses receive €14 million in pandemic blunder

In an inadvertent error, support payments totaling EUR 13.82 million were extended to 152 cases, failing to meet subsidy criteria under the Plan's terms and conditions. ...

83. Women say 'NO' to more babies despite Chinese Government urges

Amid a national emergency, China's Communist Party strives to increase birth rates with incentives like cheaper housing and tax benefits....

84. Concerns grow over new faces controlling the streets

Amid a series of serious events, concerns intensify as the Minister of Justice officially addresses the ''difficult situation.''...

85. Arson investigation unfolds in Paphos as police apprehend suspect

Police in Paphos are actively investigating the recent arson case involving a vehicle owned by a member of the Paphos Police Department, as confirmed by Assistant Police Director of Operations, Michael Nicolaou....

86. Criminologist urges action against rising organized crime

In light of the recent escalation in serious crime, Professor Emeritus of Criminology at the University of Cyprus, Andros Kapardis, has urged the state to develop a comprehensive national strategy to tackle organized crime...

87. Landmark golden passport trial begins Feb 15

The Nicosia Criminal Court gears up for a high-stakes trial in five months, probing the naturalization of foreign investors and a potential twist involving a Chinese businessman....

88. Wizz Air forced to pay £1.2m in compensation

Thousands of passengers have scored a significant victory against budget airline Wizz Air, as the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) reveals a landmark compensation payout of £1.2 million....

89. Prosecutor's car torched in Paphos

A fire erupted on the night of the third at around 21:30, engulfing a car owned by a 50-year-old Public Prosecutor from the Paphos District Court, as reported by Assistant Police Director Michael Nicolaou....

90. Nicosia shooting: Victim flees abroad, silent to investigators

In the ongoing investigation of an attempted murder on Monday (17/1) along Larnaca Avenue in Aglantzia, authorities are facing challenges as the 49-year-old target has left the country without providing a written statement to investigators....