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March 28 Daily News Briefing

March 28 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, the electricity authority has been left in the lurch and smart meter installation has again fallen into a state of limbo, after the administrative court’s decision to forbid the telecommunications authority from being awarded the tender to install smart meters.

Elsewhere, the Supreme Court rejected a request from two Helios orphans seeking compensation from the government over the plane crash that killed their parents.

Meanwhile, Cyprus holds the third highest share of foreign-born residents in EU, Eurostat data revealed on Wednesday.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 28, 202404:12
March 27 Daily News Briefing

March 27 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides said green taxation will begin by the end of 2024 and not on April 1.

Meanwhile, over 3,500 people will be elected in Cyprus on June 9.

Elsewhere, justice officials from Cyprus and the US will cooperate to enhance Cypriot capabilities to counter illicit finance.


All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 27, 202404:45
March 26 Daily News Briefing

March 26 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has some thoughts that could pave the way for the resumption of Cyprus talks, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday.

Elsewhere, the President also said that he is planning and discussing with the cabinet about new measures or extending measures in place already to deal with inflation.

Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos was received on Monday, during his official visit to Kazakhstan, by the country's President Qasym-Jomart Toquayev.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 26, 202402:58
March 22 Daily News Briefing

March 22 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, dignitaries from 35 countries and representatives of various international organisations descended on Larnaca for a meeting over the Amalthea initiative – Cyprus' humanitarian aid corridor to Gaza.

Meanwhile, President Nikos Christodoulides met with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

Elsewhere, the giant water bug, which has been found in Cyprus by scientists, does not bite human toes.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 22, 202404:35
March 21 Daily News Briefing

March 21 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, the Cyprus Broadcasting Cooperation has had all its bank accounts frozen.

Meanwhile, scientists have warned of a giant water bug known as the toe-biter along the shores of Cyprus.

Elsewhere, the electricity authority (EAC) were handed a €28,000 fine following the conclusion of investigations into the death of a worker in 2018.


All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 21, 202404:27
March 20 Daily News Briefing

March 20 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, Cyprus could generate electricity from natural gas by the middle of 2025, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou said on Tuesday.

Elsewhere, preparations have been completed and the vessel Jennifer, loaded with around 500 tonnes of aid is ready to leave Cyprus’ shores as soon as weather conditions permit.

Meanwhile, it is no longer necessary to present a negative Covid-19 test to visit hospitals and nursing homes, Health Minister Michael Damianos announced.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 20, 202404:44
March 19 Daily News Briefing

March 19 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos announced on Monday that representatives from over 40 countries will meet in Cyprus on March 21 to discuss the operational coordination of the next steps regarding the aid corridor to the Gaza Strip.

Elsewhere, President Nikos Christodoulides discussed with his Egyptian counterpart, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the intention to schedule the next Cyprus-Egypt Intergovernmental Summit, as well as the next trilateral summit with Greece.

Meanwhile, Tamasos Bishop Isaias called on the public do not be swayed by the news and the machinations of the enemies of the church, in light of the scandals that have rocked the Osiou Avakoum monastery in recent days.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 19, 202403:27
March 15 Daily News Briefing

March 15 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, the government has a ‘Plan B’ for the stalled Vasiliko liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, though it has not yet worked out the timetable for that alternative, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou said on Thursday.

Elsewhere, scandal continued to rock the church, with a new video surfacing of a woman being beaten with a belt by a monk at the now notorious Osiou Avakoum monastery.

Meanwhile, preparations were being made on Thursday for a second humanitarian aid ship to set off from Larnaca, with the first 200-tonne batch of items, including food and water, expected to arrive in Gaza by Friday morning.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 15, 202404:15
March 14 Daily News Briefing

March 14 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, MPs raised the alarm over whether Cyprus is carrying out its duties on money laundering compliance.

Meanwhile, a second shipment of aid will be sent from Larnaca to Gaza within the coming days, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said.

Elsewhere, the European Commission referred Cyprus to the European Court of Justice due to its failure to fulfil obligations under the Habitats Directive.


All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 14, 202403:54
March 13 Daily News Briefing

March 13 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, the humanitarian aid ship Open arms finally set sail from Larnaca for Gaza.

Meanwhile, President Nikos Christodoulides will meet the UN Secretary-general's personal envoy Maria Angela Holguin on Saturday.

Elsewhere, a teenager has contracted measles and is in hospital.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 13, 202403:20
March 12 Daily News Briefing

March 12 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, the UN secretary-general’s personal envoy Maria Holguin said “a lot of ideas” had been raised at her meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides.

Elsewhere, the ecclesiastical court will convene within the week over the two monks involved in an alleged sex and cash scandal.

Also, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos will be travelling to Lebanon on Tuesday to meet with his counterpart Abdallah Bou Habib.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 12, 202405:09
March 11 Daily News Briefing

March 11 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, Cyprus was gearing to send around 150 tonnes of aid to Gaza on Sunday afternoon, after it received the final seal of approval from Israel. The vessel will set off on Monday morning.

Elsewhere, over 2,000 people living in Cyprus illegally were deported or repatriated this year, police said.

Meanwhile, the story surrounding the monks embroilled in an alleged sex and cash scandal, took a bizarre twist after their lawyers claimed this is a case of corruption between the police and church.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 11, 202404:36
March 8 Daily News Briefing

March 8 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides warned of large increases in the price of motor fuel.

Meanwhile, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said she is "so proud" of Christodoulides.

Elsewhere, parliament said the state health services organisation (Okypy) needs to rein in its expenses.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 08, 202403:40
March 7 Daily News Briefing

March 7 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is to visit Cyprus to discuss the implementation of the maritime humanitarian corridor to Gaza.

Meanwhile, the energy regulator (Cera) ruled out a price increase on electricity bills.

Elsewhere, the Austrian government threw its weight behind Cyprus' plan to declare parts of Syria safe to return migrants.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 07, 202402:57
March 6 Daily News Briefing

March 6 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday evening highlighted the importance his government is putting on restarting Cyprus talks, despite the difficult stance of the Turkish side.

Speaking during a televised speech on his first year as president, Christodoulides went over the initiatives his government has taken to “better the daily life of all

Elsewhere, a 31-year-old Ukrainian woman arrested on suspicion of money laundering is not cooperating with authorities, police spokesman Christos Andreou has said.

Meanwhile, diplomats past and present convened on Tuesday to mark the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp) and discuss prospects for peace in the future.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 06, 202404:33
Daily News Briefing March 5

Daily News Briefing March 5

In today’s episode, the search for the body of a six-year-old child reportedly thrown into the sea from a boat carrying irregular migrants to Cyprus was called off on Monday lunchtime.

Elsewhere, the significant role of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp) in efforts to “restore peace, stability, and international legality in Cyprus,” was hailed by President Nikos Christodoulides.

Also, organised crime has grown to a 'worrying' scale, and all elements of society must come together to contain it, speakers said at a workshop.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 05, 202405:31
March 4 Daily News Briefing

March 4 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, Monday marks exactly 60 years since the passage of United Nations Security Council resolution 186, which, among other things, created the UN’s Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp).

Elsewhere, a poll showed Nikos Christodoulides’ popularity to have been greatly diminished since his election as President a year ago.

Meanwhile, one in three Cypriots is overweight, the Cyprus Association of Dietitians and Nutritionists said.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 04, 202403:54
March 1 Daily News Briefing

March 1 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, an investigator will face criminal charges for deliberately failing to properly investigate the road death of Andreas Loizou in 2012.

Meanwhile, the Attorney-general ordered the trial of Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kursat be suspended since the key witness in the case is dead.

Elsewhere, parliament gave the nod to the establishment of a deputy ministry for migration and asylum.


All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Mar 01, 202403:54
February 29 Daily News Briefing

February 29 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, Cyprus' entry for this year's Eurovision song contest was revealed to be Liar, which will be sung by Silia Kapsis.

Meanwhile, MEP Niyazi Kizilyurek was slammed for campaigning in the north for re-election by Turkish Cypriot Leader Ersin Tatar and the north's 'foreign minister' Tahsin Ertugruloglu.

Elsewhere, Cyprus received one asylum application per 78 inhabitants last year.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 29, 202404:02
February 28 Daily News Briefing

February 28 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, the investigation into Thanasis Nicolaou’s death was negligent and irresponsible, the Limassol district court heard on Tuesday.

“The omissions are so many, so great, that it crosses the boundaries of gross negligence and borders on a cover-up,” former investigator into the case Savvas Matsas told the court.

Elsewhere, cabinet greenlighted the creation of an oversight body for service-sector companies, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said.

Meanwhile, tThe price of olive oil has skyrocketed in Cyprus, as across the rest of Europe, in the past year, data published by Eurostat showed.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 28, 202404:03
January 27 Daily News Briefing

January 27 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, the inquest into the death of National Guard officer Thanasis Nicolaou, found dead in 2005, continued, with state prosecutor Xenia Xenophontos questioning forensic pathologist Dimitra Karayianni regarding her examination of Nicolaou’s hyoid bone.

In other news, the solution to the Cyprus problem is of fundamental importance for the balance in the Mediterranean, Italian President Sergio Mattarella said before meeting President Nikos Christodoulides.

Elsewhere, Cyprus is the second-worst country in the European Union regarding workplace gender equality, a study showed.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 27, 202405:49
February 26 Daily News Briefing

February 26 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, President Nikos Christodoulides said he hoped UN Secretary-General personal envoy Maria Holguin would soon be able to meet with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan to discuss the Cyprus problem.

Elsewhere, cabinet will shortly approve the new National Sanctions Implementation Unit, Christodoulides said, stressing that there can be no discussion when it comes to sanctions violation and the country’s image abroad.

Meanwhile, police arrested a 28-year-old man in Nicosia, who is suspected of injuring a man and a woman with a knife in a break-in.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 26, 202403:45
February 23 Daily News Briefing

February 23 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, legislators dubbed the commercial development done in a protected area in Ayia Napa "a classic crime".

Meanwhile, the auditor-general will report the Cyprus Broadcasting Cooperation (CyBC) to the anti-corruption authority on suspicion of "abuse of power".

Elsewhere, Morphou Bishop Neofytos said he "honours" Russian President Vladimir Putin "at every liturgy" and called Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis a "jew".

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 23, 202404:04
February 22 Daily News Briefing

February 22 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, government subsidies on electricity and fuel tax will be extended into the spring.

Meanwhile, a large fire that broke out in Limassol severely damaged an abandoned listed mansion.

Elsewhere, a top court in the European Union rejected an attempt to drop the protected status of halloumi.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 22, 202403:50
February 21 Daily News Briefing

February 21 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, two people were hospitalised following an explosion in the Nicosia suburb of Engomi.

The explosion had occurred in a three-storey building, which suffered extensive damage.

Elsewhere, although it made front page news in the north, police said they received no information that a group of eight young Turkish Cypriots said on Monday they had been attacked by Greek Cypriots during an excursion in the Troodos mountain range.

Meanwhile, a children’s book in school sparked controversy and homophobic comments, which eventually led to the withdrawal of the book.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 21, 202404:18
February 20 Daily News Briefing

February 20 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, only two out of eight anaesthesiologists at Makarios hospital are willing to participate in abortions, it emerged on Monday, following a complaint that a woman was forced to endure for five days what should have been a two-day procedure.

Elsewhere, former President Nicos Anastasiades welcomed the appointment of Gabrielle Louise McIntyre, who is meant to investigate corruption claims against him.

Meanwhile, one of the rarest marine mammals in the world, the Mediterranean monk seal, has been breeding steadily in Cyprus in recent years with two born in the latest season.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 20, 202404:03
Daily News Briefing February 19

Daily News Briefing February 19

In today’s episode, the status quo in Cyprus cannot be the island’s future, President Nikos Christodoulides reiterated on Sunday. The island is at a critical juncture in its history, he said.

Elsewhere, a 29-year-old man was arrested on Sunday after he was believed to have been involved in an argument which saw him pull a gun out when he was involved in an incident with a group of youngsters.

Also, nine people were arrested on Sunday as the police staged a special operation in Nicosia and Paphos to identify third country nationals living illegally on the island.

All this and more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 19, 202404:52
February 16 Daily News Briefing

February 16 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos will file a complaint to the police against both the Contractors Council and the Scientific and Technical Chamber where he’ll accuse of them of dereliction of duty, for having taken no disciplinary action against companies previously implicated in the Paphos sewerage board scandal.

Elsewhere, the government pledged on Thursday it was working efficiently to quickly give compensation to over 150 people who saw their homes destroyed by severe weather in Limassol.

Meanwhile, Cyprus has the youngest population of any of the European Union’s member states, according to the latest figures published by statistical institute Eurostat.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 16, 202404:24
February 15 Daily News Briefing

February 15 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, intense weather resulted in scenes dubbed as "biblical destruction".

Meanwhile, the European Commission has greenlighted the use of Casgevy gene therapy to treat beta thalassaemia and sickle cell disease.

Elsewhere, the "pay-as-you-throw" scheme is set to hit households in Cyprus in the pocket.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 15, 202404:02
February 14 Daily News Briefing

February 14 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, intense weather overnight, including at least two tornados, resulted in scenes dubbed as “biblical destruction” in Limassol on Wednesday.

Elsewhere, the row over local government reform continued on Tuesday, as Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said the current law is not ideal and will create unequal benefits for citizens.

Meanwhile, the government is handling the matter of a hotel in Varosha which allegedly belongs to King Charles of the United Kingdom “diplomatically”, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 14, 202403:51
February 13 Daily News Briefing

February 13 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier said on Monday that politics “has a duty to try the "impossible” as he evaluated the Cyprus problem.

In other news, speculation was ongoing on Monday as to the fate of consumers regarding electricity costs as deliberations between the electricity authority (EAC) and the energy regulatory authority (Cera) continued.

Elsewhere, opposition Akel shot down the government’s comments on local government reform, saying on Monday they were mistimed, unnecessary and damaging to the initiative.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing, brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 13, 202404:49
February 12 Daily News Briefing

February 12 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, UN Envoy Maria Angela Holguin will be back in Cyprus in mid-March.

Meanwhile, the government is working on plans to offer incentives to young families and couples to resettle Maronite villages in the north.

Elsewhere, police were trying to track who may have written "Koumas, die" on a Makarios statue in Paphos.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 12, 202403:40
February 9 Daily News Briefing

February 9 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, farmers protested in Nicosia and Paphos, following similar action from many of their European counterparts.

Meanwhile, parliament will very soon hold hearings on what some have dubbed a "mega scandal".

Elsewhere, Health Minister Michalis Damianos attended the inauguration of a supported living facility for people with mental health needs.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 09, 202404:00
Daily News Briefing February 8

Daily News Briefing February 8

In this episode, “None of the above” was the most popular option selected by voters in an opinion poll of voting intention for the next parliamentary elections conducted by Red Wolf PR company. 

Meanwhile, the United States does not support a two-state solution in Cyprus, the deputy assistant secretary of state Jushua Huck said.  

Elsewhere, Investigations continued on Wednesday following the busting of a Europe-wide sham wedding ring last week. 

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 08, 202404:59
February 7 Daily News Briefing

February 7 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, the government on Tuesday hinted it may extend some of the relief measures it introduced last November – such as subsidising electricity bills – beyond the end of the month.

Meanwhile, British High Commissioner in Nicosia Irfan Siddiq was summoned to the foreign ministry to be served with a demarche, following comments made in a newspaper interview, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said.

Elsewhere, Tuesday marked the first anniversary of the two devastating earthquakes which hit southeastern Turkey, with commemorations taking place in the north to remember the Cypriots who died.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 07, 202404:30
February 6 Daily News Briefing

February 6 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kursat, wanted for selling Greek Cypriot properties in the north, will be extradited to Cyprus from Italy next week.


Meanwhile, the government may have to make "painful decisions" regarding the liquefied natural gas terminal at Vasiliko.


Elsewhere, British High Commissioner Irfan Siddiq drew the ire of both sides of the island after making an intervention on the Cyprus problem.


All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 06, 202404:13
February 5 Daily News Briefing

February 5 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, Cyprus was once again the launchpad for British bombing raids in Yemen, as the United Kingdom, together with the United States, conducted its third round of strikes.

Meanwhile, another pro-Palestine protest took place on Sunday, this time in Limassol.

The protest took place on the Molos seafront promenade, with attention focused on the plight of the children in Gaza.

Elsewhere, House President Annita Demetriou described the arrival of UN Envoy Maria Angela Holguin as a “positive first step” at an event held in honour of Eoka fighters.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 05, 202404:30
February 2 Daily News Briefing

February 2 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, Attorney-General George Savvides said he would be referring lawyer Efstathios Efstathiou to the Bar Association for potential disciplinary offences after the latter claimed the legal service was corrupt

Meanwhile, the Health insurers' organisation has begun its comparison of doctors' salaries from 2022 and the second half of 2023

Elsewhere, Serdar Denktash said the 14-point package of measures prepared for the Turkish Cypriots by President Nikos Christodoulides are "an admission of guilt".

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 02, 202404:33
February 1 Daily News Briefing

February 1 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou sought to ease concerns of a multi-million euro arbitration cost the government may be forced to pay out amid a halt in construction works at the liquefied natural gas terminal at Vasiliko.

Meanwhile, a study found Cyprus to be in the top ten most xenophobic countries.

Elsewhere, socioeconomic inequalities in Cyprus risk "further estrangement" between the two sides, the United Nations Security Council cautioned.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Feb 01, 202404:20
January 31 Daily News Briefing

January 31 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, the most important thing is to listen, not just to leaders, but to society, the UN secretary general’s personal envoy to Cyprus Maria Angela Holguin said on Tuesday following her first meetings with President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar.

Meanwhile, December 2023, with an average islandwide temperature of 14.5C, was the second warmest December, the met office said.

Elsewhere, a driver charged with causing a fatal accident has had his prison sentence increased to three years following a decision of the court of appeals made public on Tuesday.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 31, 202404:34
Daily News Briefing January 30

Daily News Briefing January 30

In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides announced plans to create a “digital citizen” mobile application, on which people can access government services.

Elsewhere, the cost of compensating every single Greek Cypriot for every single piece of land lost in 1974 may top £22.4 billion (€26.3bn), former Immovable Property Commission chairman Ayfer Said Erkmen has said.  

In other news, anaesthesiologists working at Makarios hospital are refusing to participate in some abortions citing religious reasons, it emerged in parliament.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing, brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 30, 202405:22
January 29 Daily News Briefing

January 29 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, UN Secretary-General Personal Envoy for Cyprus Maria Angela Holguin arrived in Cyprus on Sunday evening, according to the UN in Cyprus.

Meanwhile, three men arrested under suspicion of rioting during the Ael-Apollon match last week, were remanded for four days by the Limassol district court on Sunday.

Elsewhere, police conducted a raid on the central prisons on Sunday morning, to find information in relation to the case of prosecutor’s car set on fire.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 29, 202403:45
January 25 Daily News Briefing

January 25 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, House Speaker Annita Demetriou said lifetime benefits for the President and the House speaker need to be abolished.

Meanwhile, a child died at the Makarios hospital after having been rescued from a wooden boat off the coast of Cyprus.

Elsewhere, Archbishop Georgios said gay marriage would negate the gospel.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 25, 202403:46
January 24 Daily News Briefing

January 24 Daily News Briefing

In today’s episode, President Nikos Christodoulides faced robust questioning following his speech at the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe.

Meanwhile, measures to tackle organised crime came under fire.

Elsewhere, influencer and YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou announced he will stand in June's European Parliament elections.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 24, 202404:25
Daily News Briefing January 23

Daily News Briefing January 23

In this episode, the project team for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal at Vasiliko has recommended that Cyprus halt further payments to the Chinese-led contractor if the latter fails to conform to the contract, it transpired on Monday.

In other news, police on Monday announced eight measures aimed at tackling organised crime and football violence.

Elsewhere, following the discovery of a dead homeless woman in an abandoned house in Limassol, Deputy Minister of Social Welfare and Social Insurance Marilena Evangelou said on Monday that many efforts had been made to provide the woman with shelter.

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 23, 202405:18
January 22 Daily News Briefing

January 22 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, a homeless woman was found dead in an abandoned home in Limassol over the weekend. An autopsy set to take place on Monday is expected to shed light on the cause of death.

Meanwhile, a total of 190 migrants were rescued off the coast of Cape Greco in three separate boats, police said on Sunday.

Elsewhere, a health ministry decision mandating all adult rape and sexual violence victims go to Nicosia’s Makario hospital for any examination, irrespective of which city they live in, has sparked a barrage of fury and concern.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 22, 202404:10
January 19 Daily News Briefing

January 19 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, police chief Stelios Papatheodorou proposed the deployment of armed police on the streets.


Meanwhile, Turkish Cypriot conscientious objector Mustafa Hurben was handed a small fine for his refusal to complete his military duties.


Elsewhere, Antonis Antoniou of the Giovani Group plead not guilty to the charges he faces regarding the golden passports scandal.


All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 19, 202404:02
January 18 Daily News Briefing

January 18 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, Attorney-general George Savvides strongly condemned Tuesday night’s attack on a public prosecutor’s car, which also prompted her colleagues to go on a work stoppage on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, police are continuing investigations into the shooting in Aglandjia, while the 49-year-old victim of the attempted murder, travelled abroad without giving a police statement.

Elsewhere, a man who attempted to burgle a house before falling asleep drunk on his victim’s kitchen floor was sentenced to three and a half years in jail.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 18, 202404:11
January 17 Daily News Briefing

January 17 Daily News Briefing

In today's episode, a Turkish Cypriot lawyer arrested in Italy over selling property in the north filed an objection to Cyprus’ extradition request on Tuesday, arguing the central prisons would not be safe for him.
Meanwhile, investigations into the attempted murder on Monday afternoon in Aglandjia are progressing rapidly, police spokesperson Christos Andreou said.
Elsewhere, following mounting complaints from the capital’s residents, municipalities in Nicosia are to confiscate electric scooters if they are left “abandoned” in public places.
All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 17, 202404:47
Daily News Briefing January 16

Daily News Briefing January 16

In today’s episode, nothing untoward was found concerning the conduct of three senior members of the Olympic Committee, the Sports Ethics Committee said. 

Meanwhile... a 50-point action plan for migrant integration is set to go for approval before cabinet at the beginning of March, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said. 

Elsewhere, British citizens living outside their country, among whom over 40,000 are

believed to live in Cyprus, are to be handed the vote in their country’s elections, following an announcement by the country’s ruling Conservative Party.  

 

All this and much more in today’s Daily News Briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.

Jan 16, 202405:32