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91. Alphamega riots amplify football strife

The management of violence in stadiums hinges on the outcomes of the upcoming extraordinary CFA meeting this Friday, prompted by the recent turmoil at ''Alphamega''....

92. 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....

93. 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....

94. Commissioner Zannetou reveals details on alcohol test incident

In a comprehensive statement released on Monday, Commissioner Louiza Christodoulidou Zannetou offered detailed insights into the recent controversy stemming from an alcohol test conducted on an official on January 11, 2024. ...

95. 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....

96. Virgin Atlantic flight forced to stop due to missing parts of the wing

A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester to New York faced a last-minute cancellation as a vigilant passenger discovered faulty bolts on the plane's wing. ...

97. 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. ...

98. Ministry's move to ease building permits sparks questions

The recent Ministry of Interior announcement, abolishing planning permission requirements for small developments, has left many with questions about the upcoming changes, especially those planning to build in the coming months....

99. Cyprus witnesses 356 bounced cheques, yet a €1.7M surge

In a recent disclosure, the Cyprus Central Bank unveiled a decrease in the issuance of uncovered checks during 2023, reporting a total of 356 compared to the previous year's 473. ...

100. 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....

101. Faster approvals in just 90 days, Deputy Minister reveals

The average processing time for the guaranteed minimum income (GMI) applications has been reduced by 75%, from 12 months to 90 days, the Deputy Minister of Social Welfare, Marilena Evangelou, said during a press conference on the modernisation and upgrade of the GMI....

102. iPhone survives 5,000-meter fall from Boeing

In a dramatic turn of events for aviation giant Boeing, the anticipation surrounding the approval of new models of its best-selling MAX jet has been overshadowed by a mid-air breach that has thrust the planemaker into the regulatory spotlight....

103. Are seasonal sellers really hot or cold?

Stephanos Koursaris, the Secretary-General of the Pancyprian Organization of Craftsmen, Professionals, and Shopkeepers (POVEK), spoke on 'SPOR FM 95.0' and the show 'DIASPORA NEWS' about the movement of markets during the holidays and the discounts. ...

104. Europe tightens rules on short-term rentals for sustainable tourism

The noose has tightened for short-term rentals within European territory, i.e. ''Airbnb'' and other well-known platforms. The aim of the new three rules from the European institutions is to promote more sustainable tourism,...

105. Displaced Gazans seek shelter among lions and monkeys in zoo crisis

In the heart of the Rafah Zoo, amid cages holding monkeys, parrots, and lions, displaced Gazans have found temporary refuge during Israel's 12-week military offensive. ...

106. Cyprus unveils sweeping measures to curb stadium violence

Justice Minister Anna Koukkides-Procopiou unveiled a series of measures aimed at addressing violence in stadiums following a Council of Ministers meeting. Key among these measures is the proposal to implement alcohol and drug tests prior to entry into sports venues....

107. Twenty Akamas wrongdoings reported to the Attorney General

The owners of agricultural premises in the Akamas area are set to face justice for unauthorized interventions and modifications, violating their licenses....

108. Cyprus consortium's March deadline for 'Aphrodite' gas field revamp

The consortium licensed for Cyprus’ ''Aphrodite'' gas field will update the development and production plan of the field by March 31, as announced by the Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, George Papanastasiou....

109. Surge in bounced checks worth €1.6 million in 2023

110. Outcry erupts over treatment of Palestinian prisoners

A series of videos aired by Israeli television networks, depicting numerous Palestinian detainees clad only in underwear and blindfolded, has ignited a social media storm of criticism....

111. 570 buses grounded after Aglantzia blaze

The incident last Friday (01/12), where a fire broke out in the school bus engine in Aglantzia, prompted the Ministry of Transport and stakeholders to hold meetings over the weekend....

112. Limassol: Six vehicles seized for unpaid fines

In a concerted effort to combat crime, address traffic violations, and enhance overall public safety, the Limassol Police Department conducted extensive checks over the last 48 hours. ...

113. Ministry fails to convene meeting on halloumi issue since October

Since the end of October, there has been a lack of action from the Ministry of Agriculture regarding the halloumi issue, despite assurances given during a parliamentary meeting. ...

114. Government achieves historic 50% drop in asylum applications

There is a 50% reduction in the period March-October 2023 in new asylum applications compared to the 2022 corresponding period, the Interior Ministry said on Tuesday, noting at the same time that for the first time, the overall balance of arrivals-returns presents a positive picture, and Cyprus is now ranking in the first places among European states in absolute numbers of returns....

115. Cyprus faces double-digit sanctions violations chaos

Cyprus’ Law Office has received complaints on possible sanctions violations amounting to double-digits, Attorney-General George Savvides told a parliamentary committee which discussed the “Cyprus confidential” publication, involving millions of leaked files on financial transactions investigated by the International Consortium of Investigative Reporters (ICIJ)....

116. Decoding the secrets of 'Confidential' oligarch deals

Hours before Cyprus faced criticism in the European Parliament for alleged involvement of Cypriot companies in the movement of funds for Russian oligarchs, officials in Nicosia defended their reputation. ...

117. Police intel goes solo against organized crime

In a significant move, the Police Intelligence Service in Cyprus gains independence, breaking ties with the YKAN to focus on a broader spectrum of organized crime, including hooligans. ...

118. Stolen masterpiece emerges in Lancashire after 60 years

A painting stolen from a New York gallery 60 years ago in a daring $1 million heist has turned up 3,300 miles away in Lancashire....

119. Inside Cyprus's smart policing system - What it really checks

An intelligent policing system (A.N.P.R.) has been deployed at all roadblocks under the Republic of Cyprus's control to swiftly check drivers and detect any irregularities....

120. Consumers asked to roll with it as toilet paper surges and fresh fish takes a dive

In October, the cost of toilet paper surged by 17.4% compared to September, while fresh fish prices experienced a corresponding decrease of 17.4%, as per the Consumer Protection Agency's Consumer Price Watch report. ...