https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-students-protest-pseudo-state-declaration-honor-polytechnic-uprising
Students from Paphos schools took to the streets Friday to protest the illegal declaration of the so-called pseudo-state and to commemorate the Polytechnic uprising on the anniversary of November 17, 1973....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-counts-175-000-legal-migrants-as-irregular-arrivals-plummet-89
The Republic of Cyprus now hosts more than 175,000 legally residing nationals from non-EU countries, according to figures presented this week to Parliament by the Deputy Ministry of Migration and International Protection. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-found-with-1-kg-of-cocaine-and-nearly-9-kg-of-cannabis-in-larnaca-field
A 42-year-old man was taken into custody yesterday in connection with a significant drug seizure by the Anti-Drug Squad....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/despite-acquittal-greek-cypriots-still-held-in-occupied-areas
Despite being acquitted by the so-called “military court” in occupied Nicosia, five Greek Cypriots remain unable to return to the free areas, showcasing both the procedural irregularities and ongoing tensions in the occupied territories....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/acquitted-yet-still-held-hostage
It is difficult to comprehend how, in 2025, European citizens can be declared ''not guilty'' in a courtroom and yet remain unable to return to their homes, their identity cards confiscated, their freedom of movement suspended, and their basic human rights disregarded....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-seize-over-10-000-cartons-of-untaxed-cigarettes-in-two-larnaca-incidents
Larnaca law enforcement and customs officials intercepted two rental commercial vehicles carrying massive quantities of untaxed tobacco products in what may be linked smuggling cases. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-man-caught-crossing-with-200kg-of-meat-bones-and-animal-skins
Cyprus customs officers have seized roughly 200 kilograms of raw meat found in a vehicle entering the Republic from the occupied northern areas, warning again about the public health risks linked to unregulated animal products....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-mobile-phone-use-in-prisons-nears-an-end-says-government
The long-standing issue of inmates using mobile phones inside Cyprus’ Central Prisons is now being decisively addressed, according to Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-rescue-one-live-hare-among-pile-of-dead-wildlife
In a significant effort to combat wildlife crimes, Cyprus Police and the Game and Fauna Service carried out coordinated raids today targeting poaching activities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pano-lefkara-mayor-blasts-authorities-over-locked-turkish-cypriot-homes
The mayor of Pano Lefkara, Sophocles Sophocleous, has slammed Cypriot authorities for corruption and poor management of Turkish Cypriot properties in his village....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-construction-employers-fined-€63-000-over-illegal-workers
A coordinated operation in Larnaca uncovered a major case of illegal employment, highlighting the ongoing challenges of unregulated labor in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/build-first-get-permits-later-the-hotel-that-keeps-breaking-the-rules
Construction at the Leonardo Club Latchi (Latsi) hotel has repeatedly tested the limits of Cyprus’ urban planning laws....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/vaping-reaches-alarming-levels-among-cyprus-teens
Cyprus teens are vaping like never before. The latest ESPAD 2024 survey reveals that one in ten 16-year-old students use e-cigarettes daily, placing the island among Europe’s highest for teen vaping. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-bird-traps-found-in-larnaca-field-several-birds-dead
Police discovered dead wild birds and illegal hunting equipment in a fenced field in the Larnaca district during a morning search on Saturday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-emerges-as-key-hub-in-uk-stolen-car-trade
Cyprus ranks among the top destinations for vehicles stolen from the United Kingdom, a new study by Thatcham Research and the UK’s National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service shows....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/11-arrested-in-larnaca-construction-raid-over-undeclared-work
Authorities detained 11 people on Wednesday after they were discovered working illegally at a construction site in Larnaca District. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-charge-against-two-greek-cypriots-being-held-in-the-occupied-areas
A new “charge” was brought today by the “prosecutor” against the Greek Cypriot couple at the “district court” in occupied Trikomo....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/big-shake-up-coming-for-cyprus-taxi-industry
Major changes are coming to Cyprus’ taxi industry, with the government preparing a sweeping reform aimed at cleaning up a system long plagued by unfair practices, illegal operators, and inconsistent pricing....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/massive-cybercrime-network-exposed-after-draining-hundreds-of-greek-bank-accounts
Authorities are unraveling what prosecutors call the nation’s most extensive cyberfraud operation, accused of siphoning funds from hundreds of online bank accounts through a sprawling network of coordinated scams....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/customs-seize-13-000-cigarettes-at-larnaca-airport
Customs officers at Larnaca Airport intercepted a passenger carrying a large quantity of cigarettes destined for the United Kingdom....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-stress-tests-for-cyprus-digital-infrastructure-reveal-gaps-in-cyber-and-technical-resilience
Cyprus’ digital infrastructure is under pressure as a wave of cyberattacks and technical failures exposes vulnerabilities in both security and operational resilience. Experts warn that recent incidents bear signs of cyber espionage, not just crime....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-looks-to-israel-as-military-modernization-accelerates
Cyprus is ramping up the modernization of its National Guard, putting missile defense, anti-air capabilities, and drones at the top of the list — and its growing military ties with Israel are a big part of the plan....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/citizen-stops-illegal-dumping-attempt-by-following-loaded-truck
A resident of Strovolos intercepted an attempt to illegally dump materials in a local natural area by tracking a loaded double-cab truck....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-tax-hike-could-make-smoking-a-luxury-greece-pushes-back
Smokers in Europe may soon feel the pinch in their wallets. The European Commission is proposing a massive increase in taxes on cigarettes, roll-your-own tobacco, and even e-cigarettes, and Greece is sounding the alarm....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-sweep-30-people-caught-working-illegally-manager-charged
A coordinated police operation in Limassol uncovered 30 people working illegally at a local business, highlighting ongoing concerns over unregistered labor and worker exploitation in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-seize-over-100-bird-snaring-devices-in-famagusta-district
Authorities discovered more than 100 bird-snaring devices, known locally as "xoverga", on the property of a 68-year-old man in the Famagusta district, part of an ongoing effort to curb illegal poaching....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-3-000-traffic-violations-reported-in-a-week-as-two-die-in-nicosia-accidents
Cyprus police recorded more than 3,000 traffic violations across the island over the past week, according to official figures released Monday, a troubling statistic that underscores the country’s continuing struggle with road safety....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dead-birds-sharp-knives-and-a-sound-device-three-arrests-in-larnaca
Police in Larnaca have arrested three individuals after uncovering 165 dead wild birds in an orchard....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cars-get-stuck-in-larnaca-salt-lake-authorities-lose-their-cool
Two cars have once again found themselves stuck in the Larnaca Salt Lake, prompting frustration and fines from local authorities who say enough is enough....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-steps-up-to-protect-kids-online
Cyprus is taking a firm step to protect children from the dangers of the online world, joining a European Commission pilot project aimed at developing a secure way to verify users’ ages....
