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3151. Naked man creates commotion in Nicosia

In a shocking turn of events, a 35-year-old man of African descent caused significant unrest when he was observed walking completely naked in the bustling center of the capital on Monday, June 26. ...

3152. Russia to close investigation into mercenary-led rebellion

Russian authorities said Tuesday they have closed a criminal investigation into the aborted armed rebellion led by mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin and are pressing no charges against him or his troops....

3153. Indictment refiled in Al-Jazeera case as AG addresses Thanasis case

Attorney General George Savvides has confirmed the re-filing of an indictment in the Al-Jazeera news network reportage case, stating that they have fulfilled their stated intentions....

3154. Tourist found dead in a swimming pool in Paphos

In a heartbreaking incident, a 75-year-old Scottish tourist was found lifeless in a swimming pool located in the picturesque Paphos Province. The discovery was made by her devastated husband at a private villa where the couple was staying....

3155. Cyprus joins campaign to boost seafarer recruitment

To mark the 'Day of the Seafarer' on June 25, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) partnered with its Members, including the Cyprus Shipping Chamber, to launch a Seafarers Recruitment Campaign Film titled 'An Adventurous Spirit' ...

3156. Man caught with fake passport bound for Ireland

Police in Paphos arrested two individuals for forgery and identity fraud....

3157. Plot unthickens in thwarted attack against Israelis in Cyprus

Cyprus Police were kept out of the loop in an alleged thwarted terrorist plot against Jewish targets on the island, even as the case emerged in local media after a bomb had gone off at the home of an Israeli businessman in Limassol...

3158. Akamas will be scanned by drones to find illegal converstions

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou has outlined the forthcoming measures to address complaints concerning livestock farms in the protected Akamas area,...

3159. British military intelligence reveals Russian navy's use of combat dolphins

British military spies on Friday said Russia appears to be training combat dolphins in the annexed Crimean peninsula to counter Ukrainian forces....

3160. Explosion rocks Limassol, damages popular businesses

An explosion occurred around 3:30 on Friday, June 23, causing a disturbance in an area of Limassol. ...

3161. Cyprus receives funding for Nicosia motorway

The European Commission has announced a significant investment of €6.2 billion to co-finance 107 infrastructure projects aimed at promoting sustainable, safe, and efficient transport throughout the EU....

3162. Hellenic Bank rakes in €69.7 million in profits during Q1 of 2023

Hellenic Bank has reported a profit of €69.7 million for the first quarter of 2023, signaling a strong start to the year. ...

3163. International inspectors hired for 'Golden Passports' probe

According to a report on Philenews, the Independent Authority Against Corruption has recruited two "inspection officers" who will be compensated with approximately €1,150 per day for their crucial role in the ongoing investigation surrounding the controversial 'golden passports' issue....

3164. Experts to take charge of high-profile corruption cases

The Anti-Corruption Authority has initiated investigations and assessments of the complaints it has received....

3165. Woman misdiagnosed with metastatic cancer takes legal action

A woman who was misdiagnosed with metastatic cancer and given a prognosis of only six months to live is now taking legal action against the Nicosia General Hospital and the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Center, as reported by Phileleftheros today....

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3167. Junior high teacher accused of sexting students

A young adjunct teacher in Cyprus has been arrested on child porn charges, after a parent of a junior high school student in a public school filed a complaint with police...

3168. A tragic loss: Remembering the brave explorers of the Titan sub

The five people who died on the Titan submersible were "true explorers", the company that operated the dive has said....

3169. Disturbing video shows assault on food delivery driver

A video capturing a man's assault on a food delivery driver and his subsequent theft of the driver's plates is currently circulating online....

3170. European journalists accuse EU leaders of invalidating media freedom

Draft legislation published by EU leaders that would allow national security agencies to spy on journalists has been condemned by media and civil society groups as dangerous and described by a leading MEP as “incomprehensible”....

3171. MPs move forward with divestment changes

MPs are displaying a resolute determination to press ahead with crucial changes to the divestment framework before the parliamentary summer recess....

3172. Direct flights to Kazakhstan from Cyprus in 2024

Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis has expressed the belief that in 2024 Cyprus and Kazakhstan will have a direct flight connection....

3173. Bangladeshi man charged with murder of Polish woman on Kos island

On Thursday, local authorities on Kos Island officially accused a 32-year-old man from Bangladesh of the murder of a 27-year-old Polish woman, following the discovery of supplementary evidence directly linking him to the crime....

3174. 37 Syrian migrants arrived in the Famagusta area, traffickers arrested

37 migrants arrived in the free province of Famagusta, according to official reports. On the evening of Wednesday, June 21, an unidentified target was detected by the Republic's radar approximately 13 nautical miles southeast of Cape Greco....

3175. International investigators appointed to tackle reluctance in local corruption cases

The Independent Authority Against Corruption in Cyprus has expressed concerns about the reluctance of Cypriot applicants to investigate complaints involving local officials. ...

3176. Police join agent wars over domestic assistants

Foreign nationals on work visas in the Republic of Cyprus may have immigration documents confiscated at Greek Cypriot checkpoints as they cross into the north, as authorities in the south push for preemptive measures to combat overseas travel at the expense of domestic employers...

3177. Man critical after mystery incident in Limassol

A foreign man is in critical condition following a serious head injury on Monday in Limassol, with police asking for the public’s help as they investigate the incident that remains unclear...

3178. Illegal construction in Akamas linked to wealthy businessman with political ties

An investigation conducted by "K" magazine has shed light on eight instances of illegal construction in Akamas, with two cases already in court proceedings....

3179. Green energy policy progresses with approval for EV charging infrastructure

The Council of Ministers, in its session on June 21, 2023, approved the Amendment of the Regulations on Petroleum Stations from 1972 to 1999, to allow for the installation and use of electric vehicle charging points at petrol stations, as part of the government's policy for transitioning to green energy....

3180. Obama engages with global leaders in Athens for foundation program

Former US President Barack Obama is in Athens on Wednesday where he will meet 105 members of the Barack Obama Foundation Leaders program. ...