👮13-Year-Old Located in Geri, in Good Health
Positive outcome in disappearance case: a 13-year-old who had been absent from his Geri home since 15 October 2025 has been located and is reported to be in good health. Police say the boy was found after a public appeal that circulated his photograph and asked citizens for assistance. Authorities thank the public for their cooperation. Family members are relieved and receiving support; local services coordinating care. Case considered resolved for the time being.
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✈️Cyprus Airways launches Larnaca-Heraklion direct flights from Dec 19, 2025
Service twice weekly. Base: Larnaca International. Fleet: Airbus A320 and A220; 150+ staff. CEO Thanos Paschalis: new route reinforces Athens gateway, expands travel options and supports tourism and business in the Eastern Mediterranean. Commercial head Nikos Ioannou: network growing across Europe and the Middle East — Paris, Milan, Barcelona, Venice, Tel Aviv, Dubai, Beirut — target over 200,000 passengers to/from Greece in 2025. IOSA‑certified carrier investing in fuel‑efficient aircraft and greener practices. Tourism official highlighted Cyprus' cultural and natural assets.
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🇬🇧 Britain ends 600 reconnaissance flights from Cyprus over Gaza after Israel–Hamas peace deal
The UK Ministry of Defence has officially announced the end of its hostage-search mission carried out from the Akrotiri and Dhekelia bases in Cyprus.

Since December 2023, British forces have conducted over 600 reconnaissance flights over Gaza. Following the peace agreement and the release of the remaining hostages, the missions have been suspended. The final flight took place on October 10, 2025.
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🇪🇺 Phidias Panayiotou launches new party “Direct Democracy”: citizens to vote through an app
MEP Phidias Panayiotou has announced the creation of his own political party, Direct Democracy, aiming to involve citizens directly in decision-making.

According to him, key issues and candidate selections for the 2026 elections will be decided through public online voting via a dedicated mobile app.

Panayiotou admitted the project is risky but believes this is the only way to “change the system from within” and build a new model of civic participation in politics.
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🇹🇷 Ersin Tatar calls for buying Greek Cypriot properties in the north: “Time to strengthen the Turkish character of Northern Cyprus and solidify the two-state model”
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar stated that the time has come to “Turkify” the northern part of Cyprus by purchasing Greek Cypriot-owned properties.

According to him, this move will firmly establish the concept of two sovereign states and prevent any future territorial concessions.
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🍷 Alcohol and Cancer: The Myth of the “Glass of Wine” Under Question — What Research Says and How Cyprus Fits In
For decades, a glass of wine with dinner was seen as a symbol of moderation and even “good for the heart.” However, new data from the US and Europe challenge this belief: even small amounts of alcohol can increase the risk of developing cancer.
🔬 New Scientific Findings
Reports from the US National Academy of Sciences (NASEM) and the Department of Health showed that even 1–2 glasses a day may raise the risk of breast, liver, throat, and colon cancer. A 2025 study clearly stated: there is no safe level of alcohol consumption.
⚠️ How Alcohol Is Linked to Cancer
Ethanol and its byproduct acetaldehyde damage DNA and have been recognized as carcinogens since the 1980s. Even “small doses” can increase the risk of recurrence in cancer survivors. In 2023, 78% of cancer patients in the US reported continuing to drink alcohol.
🇨🇾 Cyprus and the Wine Culture
Cyprus is one of the world’s oldest wine regions — the famous Commandaria has been produced for over 800 years. Yet, the Cypriot Ministry of Health reminds citizens that the island’s wine heritage shouldn’t justify careless drinking. In recent years, Cyprus has seen a rise in liver and stomach cancer cases, partly linked to alcohol consumption.
💡 The Red Wine Myth
The idea that red wine benefits the heart comes from its antioxidants — but the same compounds are found in grapes, berries, and olive oil, without the health risks. The World Health Organization reaffirmed in 2023: there is no safe level of alcohol use.
🧭 Conclusion
Health experts across Cyprus and the EU agree: moderation isn’t protection. Even “one glass” may be too much. While alcohol remains a part of local culture and tourism, awareness and informed choices — not denial or demonization — are key to protecting public health.
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🇨🇾 Cyprus launches new video encouraging women to join the National Guard voluntarily
The Cypriot government has released a new video to promote its voluntary military service program for women, which has so far attracted limited interest.

Defense Minister Vasilis Palmas explained that the goal of the initiative is to give women the opportunity to receive basic military training and be ready to defend the country if needed. He noted that the low turnout was expected, as participation is entirely voluntary.

At this stage, only one woman from Larnaca has applied, but registration remains open until October 25. Palmas emphasized that the government will continue its awareness campaign, hoping that interest will grow over time.
🤔 What do you think — could Cyprus one day make military service for women mandatory, like in Israel?
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🔫 Murder in Limassol: Businessman and Karmiotissa FC President Shot Dead
A shocking crime took place in Limassol early this morning around 9:00 on Tsireio Street. Businessman and president of Karmiotissa FC, Stavros Demosthenous, was shot dead while sitting in his car.

According to Philenews, the attacker stood in front of the vehicle and fired several shots. The victim died instantly. Police have sealed off the area from Agia Fylaxeos to the Troodos roundabout while forensic experts work on the scene.

Authorities are also investigating a possible connection between the murder and a burned-out vehicle found near Germasogeia.

🚨 Following the incident, heavy traffic was reported in Limassol, as police temporarily closed part of the Limassol–Paphos highway.

🕵️‍♂️ The investigation is ongoing.
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