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31. Two arrested in Ministry of Interior theft (update)

Police have arrested two individuals in connection with a theft at the Ministry of Interior. According to 24News, the burglary, which involved the ministry's warehouse and two government vehicles, was reported on Monday, November 4, but is believed to have occurred over the weekend....

32. White House locks down with fences and barricades ahead of Election Day

With Americans casting their votes on Tuesday, fears of civil unrest are surging as a razor-thin presidential race between incumbent Donald Trump......

33. Cyprus faces 2024 deadline to align with EU regulations on foreign investments

Cyprus faces a deadline by the end of 2024 to align with the European regulation governing large foreign investments....

34. Police investigate sexual abuse case involving Nicosia schoolgirl

Nicosia authorities are investigating a serious case of sexual abuse involving a 17-year-old girl. The incident, which occurred last September, came to light when the victim reported it to her parents, who promptly contacted the police....

35. TGI Fridays files for bankruptcy to keep brand afloat

TGI Fridays, the American casual dining brand famous for its lively atmosphere and happy-hour tradition, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it grapples with the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic....

36. Cyprus government revisits foreign investment control amid hospital takeovers

The foreign investment control (FDI) bill, often referred to as the ''Lonestar'' bill, has resurfaced in Cyprus, prompting fresh discussions about foreign ownership of critical sectors, according to a report by Panayiotis Rougalas in this Sunday's Kathimerini. ...

37. Kathimerini Cyprus unveils Eleni Xenou’s new book, ''Hirografo'', in Nicosia event

In a packed Casteliotissa Hall in Nicosia on Wednesday, October 30, Kathimerini Cyprus presented Hirografo, a new book by journalist and author Eleni Xenou....

38. Larnaca court sentences two minors for hotel arson

The Larnaca District Court today sentenced two 17-year-old unaccompanied minors from Syria to two years of immediate imprisonment after finding them guilty of arson in a case that was heard behind closed doors. ...

39. Cyprus parents face sentencing in death of infant

A young mother admitted to manslaughter charges in the tragic death of her three-month-old daughter, who was found severely neglected under disturbing conditions in Nicosia on July 28, authorities said Wednesday....

40. Russia slaps Google with astronomical fine over YouTube bans on state media accounts

Google faces an astronomical fine reportedly exceeding two undecillion rubles – a figure followed by 36 zeros – after removing pro-government and state-run accounts from its YouTube platform, Russian state news agency Tass reported....

41. Halloween haunt: Supreme Court digs into Cyprus black magic case

In a story straight out of a Halloween nightmare, a strange case with all the trappings of black magic, mysticism, and potions found its way to Cyprus' Supreme Court, fittingly coinciding with Halloween. ...

42. Another assault on Limassol food delivery driver raises concerns

Police are investigating yet another attack on a food delivery driver in Limassol after a 23-year-old was assaulted and robbed by a group of young individuals late Wednesday night. ...

43. At least 95 dead as flash floods devastate southeastern Spain

At least 95 people have died due to severe flash floods caused by intense rainfall in southeastern Spain. ...

44. Saudi Arabia's Sindalah Island opens as year-round superyacht paradise

Tucked in the Red Sea, the new luxury island of Sindalah has officially opened, bringing high-end resorts, a yacht club, and a marina to Saudi Arabia's coastline. ...

45. Ex-Transport Minister and associates headed for trial

Former Transport Minister Marios Demetriades and nine other individuals, including his relatives and two companies, are set for trial in Cyprus’ top court on charges linked to the controversial Cyprus Investment Programme (CIP)....

46. Caravan of Humanity spreads joy and solidarity across Cyprus

The Caravan of Humanity, a non-profit group founded in Austria, wrapped up their uplifting mission in Cyprus on October 28, leaving behind a trail of laughter and goodwill. ...

47. Champions and Rebels Unite!

48. Kathimerini Cyprus to launch Eleni Xenou's ''XEIROGRAPHO''

Kathimerini Cyprus Publications is excited to announce the upcoming launch of ''XEIROGRAPHO'' (''MANUSCRIPT''), a captivating collection of handwritten stories by journalist and writer Eleni Xenou. The book will be presented on October 30, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Casteliotissa Hall....

49. Racist attack on Indian delivery worker under investigation in Limassol

A 28-year-old Indian food distributor was attacked on Thursday night in what authorities are investigating as a racially motivated assault. The incident occurred around 10:30 PM in the Ayios Athanasios area of Limassol....

50. 14-year-old arrested in AI image manipulation scandal at Famagusta school

The British Bases (BB) in Dhekelia are investigating a serious case at a Famagusta District high school, where male students allegedly used artificial intelligence to manipulate unauthorized photos of female students and teachers, transforming them into indecent images....

51. FT: Dutch court rules Heineken must pay millions for Greek subsidiary violations

According to a report in the Financial Times, a Dutch court has ruled that Heineken is responsible for competition violations linked to its Greek subsidiary, Athenian Brewery, dating back to the 1990s. ...

52. Cypriot citizens linked to $75 million money laundering probe in the French Riviera

French authorities have seized about $75 million worth of real estate and luxury cars in the French Riviera as part of a money-laundering investigation involving two Russian businessmen who hold Cypriot citizenship, according to a published report on the OCCRP.org website. ...

53. Winds die down as clear skies return

Well, that didn’t last long! After a couple of pleasant breezy days, it's back to 'normalish' days with light to moderate winds....

54. LeBron James and son Bronny make NBA history

LeBron James and his eldest son, Bronny, made history by becoming the first father-son duo to play together in an NBA game....

55. Investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling a large commercial building in Nicosia as well as commercial, residential, and agricultural land in Nicosia, Limassol, and Larnaca, Paphos and Famagusta....

56. Four suspects plead guilty in murder of Dimitris Andronikos

Key figures in the criminal ambush of Dimitris Andronikos, known as ''Dimitroui,'' admitted guilt today in Nicosia’s Court of Cassation, marking a significant development in the case. ...

57. A picture is worth a thousand words!

Former President Donald Trump made an unusual appearance at a McDonald’s in suburban Pennsylvania on Sunday, attempting to present himself as......

58. 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. ...

59. Interior Ministry proposes solutions for 9,500 stranded property buyers

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou presented solutions for resolving issues faced by ''stranded buyers'' to the Parliamentary Committee on Legal Affairs, addressing about half of the nearly 9,500 pending cases....

60. Cyprus tops Europe in lawyers but struggles with court delays

Cyprus leads Europe with the highest number of lawyers per capita, with 505 lawyers per 100,000 residents, far above the European average, according to a new Council of Europe report....