Famagusta Gazette

Kıbrıs 10.04.2026 00:45

Arrest for sexual harassment, indecent assault

Police on Wednesday arrested a 37‑year‑old man as part of an investigation into sexual harassment, indecent assault and assault causing actual bodily harm. The cases under investigation relate to complaints involving incidents allegedly committed on March 27 and April 4, 2026, in Limassol. The suspect was arrested under a court warrant and taken into custody […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 22:00

Christodoulides discusses ways to achieve sustainable growth

President Nikos Christodoulides discussed ways to achieve sustainable growth, as well as opportunities and challenges facing the economy amid political instability and the war in the Middle East, during a meeting with business leaders in Nicosia. Speaking at a roundtable discussion, the president said the government has demonstrated in practice that it can manage crises […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 19:45

Iran: Christodoulides expresses hope that de‑escalation will be achieved

President Nikos Christodoulides expressed hope that the goal of de‑escalation will be achieved following the announcement of a two‑week cease-fire in the fighting in Iran. He was speaking on the sidelines of an economic forum in Nicosia. He said the Republic of Cyprus has a particular interest in the issue, both because it currently holds […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 18:00

Cyprus: Immediate suspension of driving licences for drunk drivers

Police have announced the immediate suspension of driving licences for motorists found to be driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In a statement, authorities said the transport minister, acting as Registrar of Motor Vehicles, has delegated to the police chief the authority to suspend a licence when it is deemed dangerous for public […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 16:30

President to make decisions on the foreclosure‑related bills

President Nikos Christodoulides said he will make decisions on the foreclosure‑related bills based on what he believes serves Cyprus’ long‑term interests, not the upcoming parliamentary elections. Asked whether he is considering sending the laws back to Parliament, he said only that he is studying the matter while taking into account the country’s institutions and Constitution. […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 15:00

Arrest for illegal possession of firecrackers

A 64‑year‑old man from the Nicosia district was arrested in Larnaca for the illegal possession of firecrackers, police said. Officers from the Larnaca Crime Prevention Unit stopped the man’s vehicle for inspection on a road in the district. During a search, police found two packages containing a total of 60 firecrackers. He was taken to […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 13:15

Public urged to be especially cautious about misleading text messages

Police are urging the public to be especially cautious about misleading text messages sent to mobile phones. In a statement, authorities said the national health system, Gesy, and the Health Insurance Organization have no connection to messages being circulated under the label “GESY.” The texts direct recipients to follow a link to “correct” their personal […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 11:45

Iran: Kombos stresses the need to secure a path toward meaningful dialogue

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos stressed the need to secure a path toward meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving comprehensive peace in the Middle East. Kombos spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, to discuss developments surrounding the cease-fire between Washington and Tehran. In a post on X, Kombos said sustained de‑escalation across the region […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 10:15

Holy Thursday in Cyprus

In the morning, churches commemorate the Washing of the Feet, the Last Supper, Christ’s prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane and His betrayal by Judas Iscariot. This evening, the Service of the Passion will be chanted. Through hymns and the reading of the Twelve Gospels, the events of the Divine Passion unfold. Christ is crucified […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 06:55

Drousiotis evidence will be sent immediately to Europol

Evidence obtained following the allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis will be sent immediately to Europol for forensic examination, Justice and Public Order Minister Kostas Fytiris said. Speaking after a Cabinet meeting, where the progress of the investigations was discussed, Fytiris added that once the results are available, he will brief the Cabinet again in […]

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Kıbrıs 09.04.2026 06:39

Cyprus Weather – Thursday 9th April

Periods of increased cloud cover are expected today, bringing scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms, mainly after midday. Hail is possible in storm‑affected areas. Winds will range from light to strong, at 3 to 5 Beaufort. Seas will be slight to rough. Temperatures will reach 23 C inland, in the southeast and along the eastern coast, […]

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Kıbrıs 08.04.2026 16:30

Cyprus to Offer Free Europass Workshops During European Youth Week

Cyprus’ National Europass Centre will host two free online workshops as part of European Youth Week 2026, aimed at helping young people strengthen their career skills. The workshops, each lasting three hours, will run between April 24 and May 1 and are designed for young people seeking to improve their employability and develop effective career‑planning […]

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Kıbrıs 08.04.2026 15:00

Cyprus Hosts “Discover the World of Shipping” Career Day for Students

The Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth, in cooperation with the Deputy Ministry of Shipping, held a student career day titled “Discover the World of Shipping” in Limassol. The event took place at the Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) Maritime Training Center and brought together students from Lyceums and Technical Schools in the Limassol and Paphos […]

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Kıbrıs 08.04.2026 13:15

Discover Airlines Launches First Cyprus Flights With New Larnaca Routes

Hermes Airports has announced the arrival of Discover Airlines at Larnaca Airport, marking the Lufthansa Group leisure carrier’s first operations in Cyprus. Discover Airlines, the group’s dedicated holiday‑travel brand, operates medium‑ and long‑haul flights from Frankfurt and Munich. The airline focuses on leisure destinations and runs a fleet of more than 30 aircraft serving over […]

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Kıbrıs 08.04.2026 11:45

Amphetamine and methamphetamine use rises sharply in several Cyprus cities, wastewater study shows

Use of amphetamines and methamphetamines rose sharply in several Cyprus cities in 2025, according to a wastewater analysis by the SCORE network in cooperation with the European Union Drugs Agency. The study examined wastewater from 115 cities in 25 countries to track consumption of illicit substances. Cyprus’ National Addictions Authority and the University of Cyprus […]

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Kıbrıs 08.04.2026 10:15

Share of population at risk of poverty or social exclusion in Cyprus reached 17.1% in 2025

In 2025, 17.1 per cent of the population in the Republic of Cyprus was at risk of poverty or social exclusion, according to figures reported by the Cyprus Statistical Service. The percentage corresponds to roughly 167,000 people. The 2025 figures are almost unchanged from 2024. The share of people specifically at risk of poverty rose […]

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Kıbrıs 08.04.2026 00:45

Cyprus Marks International Day for Monuments and Sites With Nationwide Events

Cyprus will host a series of cultural events across all districts in April and May to mark the International Day for Monuments and Sites. The annual observance, established by UNESCO in 1983, aims to raise public awareness about the importance of cultural heritage. This year’s theme, “Living Heritage and Emergency Response,” highlights the need to […]

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Kıbrıs 07.04.2026 22:00

Cyprus Repatriates Ancient Artifact From the United States

A Cypriot antiquity identified for sale in an online auction in the United States has been returned to Cyprus, the Department of Antiquities has said. The artifact — a White Painted V jug from the Cypro‑Archaic II period (600–480 B.C.) — was handed over to the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Washington on […]

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Kıbrıs 07.04.2026 19:45

Cyprus Producer Price Index Rises 1.1% in February

Cyprus’ industrial producer price index rose 1.1% in February compared with the same month last year, reaching 122.9 points (2021=100), the Statistical Service has said. The index increased 0.2% from January, while for the January–February period it was up 0.9% from a year earlier. Compared with January, prices were unchanged in mining and quarrying and […]

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Kıbrıs 07.04.2026 18:00

Cyprus Citizenship Rate Remains Below EU Average, Eurostat Says

Cyprus recorded a citizenship acquisition rate of 1.21 percent in 2024, remaining well below the European Union average of 2.73 percent, according to new Eurostat data. Greece posted a rate of 1.92 percent, while significantly higher levels were reported in several northern European countries. Across the bloc, 88 percent of new citizenship recipients were nationals […]

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Kıbrıs 07.04.2026 16:30

Cyprus seeks ‘trusted flaggers’ for EU digital services rules

Cyprus’ radiotelevision and digital services authority is inviting applications from organisations seeking designation as “trusted flaggers” of illegal online content under the European Union’s Digital Services Act. Trusted flaggers are specialised bodies authorised to identify potentially illegal material — such as hate speech or terrorist content — and submit priority notices to online platforms. The […]

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Kıbrıs 07.04.2026 15:00

Larnaca EOA bills payable at post offices under new agreement

Larnaca EOA bills are now payable at post offices under a new agreement. The service began on March 26 and allows customers to settle bills at 51 post offices across the country, including 11 in the Larnaca district. Payments may be made in cash or by card. The agreement was signed by postal services deputy […]

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Kıbrıs 07.04.2026 13:15

Gesy system barcode prescription pickup improves privacy

Beneficiaries of Cyprus’ national health system, Gesy, can now collect prescriptions from pharmacies using a digital barcode, eliminating the need to verbally provide personal details. The barcode is issued electronically through the beneficiaries’ online portal and can be displayed on a mobile phone, tablet or similar device. The system, which was introduced last month, means […]

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Kıbrıs 07.04.2026 11:45

EU to open new wildfire‑response hub in Cyprus during April summit

A new European firefighting hub based in Cyprus will be inaugurated in Paphos on April 23–24, on the sidelines of an informal EU summit held as part of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European Union. Last week, the European Commission unveiled a new risk‑management strategy aimed at addressing the growing threat of wildfires […]

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