Former Paphos mayor Savvas Vergas reported to police he received a death threat on social media, it was reported on Monday. He said he expects the activation of “all provisions of the law to ensure my own and my family’s protection”. Police spokesman Christos Andreou confirmed to AlphaNews that Vergas...
For yet another year, the Lidl Food Academy is inviting one and all to celebrate the spirit of Easter. Lidl Cyprus’ well-loved space will open its doors to welcome visitors on Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 10am till 7pm, for yet another Easter Open Day, full of traditional and rich...
Police confirmed on Monday an investigator was being appointed to assess a prisoner escape, where an inmate walked out of Nicosia prison without question. “At first sight, it seems there are disciplinary offences over this,” police spokesman Christos Andreou said. Police chief Stelios Papatheodorou ordered the appointment of an investigative...
High fines go a long way in reducing illegal bird trapping, the Committee Against Bird Slaughter (CABS) said on Monday, as it urged the government to revise the law. Currently, high fines are imposed in the spring but are less in the autumn, CABS said. As such, poachers seem to...
Returning for the 11th consecutive year, i-Fitness Day takes place on Sunday, April 28, 2024, this time at the Constantinoupolis Primary School in Nicosia – a new location – in support of the Telethon. The annual charity event, by now an established initiative, is dedicated to fitness and open to...
‘Every inch that’s gained could mean millions in future value!’ ALIX NORMAN speaks to a UN officer turned podcaster who’s revealing the truth of life on the Green Line “One scorching summer, I sat outside Ledra Palace with two elderly gentlemen: one Greek Cypriot, one Turkish Cypriot. “They were in...
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledged on Monday to start sending asylum seekers to Rwanda within 10 to 12 weeks, telling the upper house of parliament he will force the new legislation through despite its opposition. Sunak said the government had booked commercial charter planes and trained staff to take migrants to Rwanda,...
The head of Israeli military intelligence, who last year accepted responsibility for the failures that allowed the Hamas-led attack on Israel on Oct. 7, has resigned, the military said in a statement on Monday. Major General Aharon Haliva was one of a number of senior Israeli commanders who said they had failed to foresee...
Archbishop Georgios said on Monday he did not know when investigations on the Osiou Avakoum monastery scandal would reap any results, but all efforts were geared towards unravelling the case. Speaking to a pool of journalists during a press conference for a marathon run for missing persons, the archbishop confirmed...
Greek police arrested dozens of people on Monday as part of an operation to eradicate sports violence, following the killing of a police officer in clashes that broke out during a volleyball match in Athens in December. Sports violence on and off the pitch has been frequent in Greece and authorities have...
The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) has highlighted some of the key labour issues it addressed during 2023, ahead of its annual general assembly scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, an event that will be attended by president Nikos Christodoulides. Oev noted that “by the end of 2023, businesses continued...
Health Minister Michael Damianos pledged on Monday to get to the bottom of the medicine scandal investigation, which cost the government €850,000 with hundreds of pharmaceuticals completely destroyed. In an interview to Philenews Damianos said the ongoing investigation has two parts. The first concerns the rental agreement between the health...
Or does it? asks Nathan Abrams Curb Your Enthusiasm, the show that revelled in awkward social encounters and misanthropy, came to an end on April 7. Over its 12 seasons and 120 episodes, the show became a cult classic, leaving a lasting legacy on television comedy. Debuting in 2000, just...
The Greek Cypriot side has a specific plan for how positive conditions could be created for everyone involved in efforts for a Cyprus solution, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday. In statements on his way to an event at the Cyprus Youth Organisation, the president said he hoped this effort...
A deputy minister for migration will be appointed “immediately” President Nikos Christodoulides announced on Monday. And while not going into specifics, Christodoulides told reporters that during the latest EU Council session he formally requested a discussion to redesignate parts of Syria safe. The president said certain EU member states support...
One of the most important outcomes of the Covid 19 pandemic is the increased awareness in self-care. People have realized that taking their own health and fitness for granted is a dangerous game. Illness and poor health are no longer things that you can ignore, and consulting a healthcare professional...
The deputy ministry of tourism has created an augmented reality app that uses dragons and other mythical characters to take users on a fantastical virtual tour of 20 Cypriot villages. The move is part of efforts to develop rural and mountain tourism, the ministry said. Titled Heartland of Legends or...
Former Cyprus Airways CEO Paul Sies has joined travel-tech company Journey Mentor as president and chief executive officer, according to an announcement released on Monday. Journey Mentor, which is based in the United Kingdom, offers small and medium-sized airlines, travel agents and TMCs with a range of white-label services related...
In this episode, President Nikos Christodoulides said that Cyprus “cannot accept any more Syrian refugees”. Meanwhile, President Nikos Christodoulides’ stance on the Cyprus problem has “not yielded any substantial results”, Akel leader Stefanos Stefanou said. Elsewhere, concerns were raised over the weekend over Cyprus’ burgeoning porn industry, with an investigation...
Fines have been imposed on 16 shipowners over the last 10 years for pollution caused by oil, illegal discharge of sewage and illegal cleaning of vessels without obtaining approval from the Cyprus Ports Authority (CPA), it emerged on Monday. In at least two cases the ships caused extensive pollution, according...
By Richard Boxall Sri Lankan CC ‘s veteran all-rounder Nalin played a crucial part in his team’s narrow win over Kipro Tigers of Limassol in the BAOFinancial T20 Cup presented by HurryCurry. Despite only having 8 players, Sri Lankans restricted the Tigers to 117-6, a total that was largely due...
Burger King in the UK has announced that it will be filling the gap left by McDonald’s when it decided to discontinue it’s halloumi fries, the rival chain has announced. According to British media, the fries will be launched on Tuesday and will come with a signature Sweet Chilli sauce...
LaLiga leaders Real Madrid’s pursuit of a record-extending 36th Spanish title gathered momentum after Jude Bellingham scored a goal in added time to secure a 3-2 comeback win over Barcelona on Sunday. Real twice fought back from a goal down before Bellingham smashed in the winner at the far post from about six yards...
Bowls Cyprus will be holding the National Bowls Finals at the Aliathlon Bowling Club, Paphos on 2-3rd of May. It is an all day event over the two days, covering all disciplines with the winners of the ladies and gents single sets match being eligible to represent Cyprus in the...
Investors should get a clearer picture this week of whether higher interest rates are still boosting European bank profits or if a year-long share price rally will run out of steam. Britain’s Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY.L) is the first of the big European lenders to report its first quarter earnings...
