🏝️Drought crisis: reservoirs below 10% real capacity
K. Nikolaidis, ex-Director of the Meteorological Service: "The situation is extremely difficult." No rain, reservoir levels falling fast. Real filling under 8%, Nicosia recharge dams at 2.1% — essentially mud, unfit even for fish. Desalination covers drinking water only, is very costly and cannot replace rainfall; agriculture faces collapse. Meteorology had long warned about climate impacts and underestimated risk. Nikolaidis urges consideration of cloud seeding and paid rain-enhancement methods as scarce alternatives.
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💵Joker draw: numbers for €1,200,000
Draw held Wednesday evening, October 29. Jackpot at least €1,200,000. Winning numbers: 17, 42, 11, 40, 36. Joker number: 12. Winning numbers are subject to official confirmation, no immediate information on top-tier winners; results await validation. Players should check tickets at authorised outlets; claim deadlines and prize tiers apply. Smaller prizes awarded in lower categories; payouts follow official procedures. Check local outlets or official channels for validated combinations and prize collection details. Play responsibly.
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📝Murder of Stavros Demosthenous — Phone data may bring rapid developments
Investigators say phone-call records from suspects could prompt swift moves in the murder of businessman Stavros Demosthenous. Among those arrested was a 39-year-old Greek man suspected of helping the shooters flee; he works as a metalworker about 600 m from the crime scene and was on break at the time. His lawyer says CCTV shows him buying coffee and using the same route — "wrong time, wrong place" — and he was released. Authorities probe a second stolen blue Mitsubishi found near the victim’s home and the scene three days earlier; jerrycans with flammable liquid were inside. Five detained, two wanted, possible flight abroad under investigation.
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📚 Cypriot poet Louis Perentos donates a unique collection to the Limassol Museum
Renowned poet and researcher of Cypriot history Louis Perentos has made a valuable donation to the Historical Archive – Museum of the Limassol Cooperative Savings Bank. He donated his unique collection of 20th-century Cypriot banknotes, on which former owners had written notes, phrases, and even drawn “graffiti.”

Perentos viewed these markings as reflections of the emotions and humor of that era. In 2010, he published a book titled “Graffiti on Cypriot Banknotes,” and now the collection will become the basis for a new educational project at the museum. The poet emphasized that even everyday objects can tell the story of a nation.
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🎓Increased security at Aglantzia school after violent incident
Sat — violent episode at Platy Aglantzia Gymnasium. Police arrested three suspects, aged 53, 18 and 16, on suspicion of causing serious bodily harm; they were charged in writing and released to be summoned to court. Minor processed under Children Law. Nicosia CID continues investigations. Parents' association and school met police; agreed discreet patrols. Second guard already posted. Plans for CCTV, extra external lighting and new railings. Education Minister calls it a very serious case. Parents satisfied, await swift implementation of agreed measures.
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🗣️Guterres to Erhürman: ready to seek permanent Cyprus solution
UN Secretary‑General congratulated Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman and said he looks forward to working for a lasting settlement. He reaffirmed commitment to the security and welfare of Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots. The UN is ready to use its good offices to support a peaceful, sustainable solution benefiting all Cypriots and the wider region. He plans an informal, wide‑participation meeting, has sent personal envoy Maria Ángela Holguín Cuéllar to Cyprus, and urged constructive cooperation to build on 2025 momentum with close coordination with the UN Special Representative and head of UNFICYP, Kasim Dyan.
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🚧Larnaca construction bosses fined €63,000 over illegal workers
Wednesday morning, ~09:30, checks at a Larnaca construction complex found 19 non‑EU nationals working without permits; one person also found residing illegally. Workers and four site employers are under investigation for labour law breaches. Operation led by Oroklini police with support from immigration units across districts, the Green Line Supervision and Migration Flows Unit and Ministry of Labour inspectors. Multiple undeclared‑work violations recorded; employers fined a total of €63,000.
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📝Interior Ministry rejects mismanagement claims over t/c properties in Lefkara
Ministry rejects mayor's allegations, stresses zero tolerance for illegal appropriation. Priority: transparent, fair overhaul of t/c property management. A special fund for vacant t/c homes in Lefkara existed; inspections showed works not done or funds diverted. Since 2024 repairs carried out by Ministry crews and funds used accordingly. Mayor asked repeatedly to submit evidence of illicit appropriation; none received. Recent meetings set measures, including demolition of a dangerous adjacent structure by year‑end. Reform law with objective allocation criteria was passed; audits, recoveries and rent reviews under way.
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🎥Aglantzia Gymnasium to get security cameras after weekend assault
Unknown youths attended a weekend welcome party at Platy Aglantzias. One punched a student. When parents intervened, relatives were summoned and six people reportedly beat the student's father. Police held two people of Syrian origin and the father for questioning; all were released. Two minors detained later were not linked. Education Minister called it a very serious incident but outside school hours. Ministry will fast-track cameras at schools, increase guards and prevention programs. School and parent reps to meet Nicosia police. Parents' rep says repeated incidents have eroded campus security.
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☀️Shy low, high returns tomorrow
Today - mostly clear. A weak low lingers but stays subdued. NE to SE winds 3-4 Beaufort, light to moderate, your hat might shuffle. Sea slightly rough. Daytime highs: inland and southern and eastern coasts near 29°C; western and northern coasts near 27°C; high mountains near 22°C.

Tonight - mostly clear. Winds shift NW to NE 3-4 Beaufort. Sea calming.

Friday - mostly clear again.

Weekend - clear overall with some high clouds passing through. Temperatures through Sunday remain a little above seasonal averages.
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🚧Larnaca construction sweep, 16 foreign workers detained
Coordinated operation yesterday morning by the Larnaca Aliens and Immigration Unit against illegal and undeclared employment. At an under‑construction site 21 people were checked; 16 were found working illegally, arrested for on‑the‑spot offences, taken to a police station, questioned, charged in writing and then released. One more person was found illegally in the Republic and arrested. The workers were employed by four employers, who were summoned. Labour inspectors issued notices for undeclared work. Targeted checks will continue.
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🇪🇺EU Parliament approves memorial for 1974 Cyprus victims
Brussels — European Parliament adopted a resolution to erect a permanent monument on its grounds for those killed or missing after the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Vote drew broad support; Cypriot MEPs called it a long‑overdue act of remembrance and a way to keep the Cyprus issue visible in Europe. Turkish Cypriot leaders criticized the move as one‑sided, stressed missing persons is a humanitarian matter for both communities and warned it could deepen divisions. The gesture is symbolic but strengthens Nicosia’s EU agenda ahead of the 2026 rotating presidency.
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🇫🇷Third arrest in Louvre heist
Paris police on Wednesday confirmed a third arrest in the October 19 jewelry heist at the Louvre. The arrest, in Paris, involves a man suspected of being present during the break-in. Two men detained earlier have partly admitted involvement, prosecutors said; all three will appear before an investigating judge. Four masked men forced their way into the museum and escaped with jewelry, exposing serious security gaps. DNA linked one suspect to the getaway scooter and another to a shattered display case. The scooter was stolen on October 10. Prosecutors say the group may be larger and the Louvre faces scrutiny.
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🚰Larnaca seafront without water
EOA Larnaca: Today, Oct 30, until 14:00 there will be interruption of potable water supply across the wider seafront area from the old GSZ to Mackenzie (south of Artemidos Avenue), in the Larnaca municipal district, due to scheduled improvement works on the water network. Residents and businesses are asked to conserve water in private tanks and use supplies sparingly to cover needs until the desalination unit resumes operation; careful use supports efforts to manage local water shortage. EOA apologizes for any inconvenience.
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🚘Limassol meets Los Angeles, minus the Hollywood sign
Thousands of commuters from western Limassol and Paphos hit daily gridlock near Alphamega stadium. Morning drives become eight‑kilometre queues; coffee and radio give way to crawling. Drivers post photos to prove the delay — "eight kilometres today", "ten if unlucky". Commuters compare it to LA's 405, where a ten‑minute trip can turn into forty‑five minutes. A minor accident or even a sneeze near the stadium triggers massive slowdown. Sea, palms, joggers and sunrise yoga persist; coastal charm remains amid L.A.‑style rush‑hour congestion.
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📷Cypriot society must learn every missing person's story
29 Oct dedicated to memory of those missing from the 1974 tragedy and support for families still searching.
Spokesman Vangelis Stergenakis: hard to speak on such days; those missing put homeland before family and feel forgotten after 51 years.
A campaign recalled names and won public response — 1,619 missing, 1,619 lives and stories to be told.
Families live in endless waiting; state was absent for many mothers and children.
Permits from occupying authorities delay exhumations; bone movements, new buildings and roads complicate searches.
Some cases omitted or mislisted, including volunteers.
This is a humanitarian issue needing a humane solution.
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🇮🇳Bank of Cyprus opens India Hub to boost business
- New unit led by Marios Christoforidis already serves ~100 companies, c. €50m annual flows.
- Aim: expand clientele and raise role of Indian entrepreneurs in bank’s business.
- 2026 flagged for intensified Cyprus–India activity; Mumbai trade delegation expected in Nicosia in early December.
- Services: multi‑currency accounts, international payments, trade finance, FX in 45+ currencies, deposits, private banking.
- Initially targets existing clients with India ties, then direct outreach in India.
- Hub pitched as gateway for Indian firms into Europe; other interested markets: USA, Canada, Germany, Poland, Israel, Lebanon, Egypt.
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🚨Pallouriotissa: three-month road closures for works
Work starts today, 30 October, on Phase B of the "Construction of Various Roads in Nicosia – Contract 30 (Pallouriotissa)". Atalantis and Iasiou streets in the Nicosia municipal district will be closed to traffic for three months. Drivers should take extra care and follow traffic signs. Traffic management will be arranged on site with appropriate signage. Nicosia Municipality asks for public cooperation, acknowledges possible inconvenience and says it will do its best to minimise disruption and complete works faster. Project funded under Cyprus Recovery and Resilience Plan via EU NextGenerationEU.
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🔫Cyprus hunting season opens Nov 2
Game and Fauna Service urges responsible hunting. All kills must be logged in Artemis app; if it fails report by SMS to district numbers. Season: Sundays and Wednesdays until Dec 28. Limits per outing: 1 hare, 4 partridges, 1 francolin; other game unrestricted. Safety: wear high-visibility orange, eye protection, never hunt alone, avoid alcohol, identify target before shooting, keep firearms unloaded when moving and secure in transport. Respect buffers: 500 m from residential areas, 200 m from isolated houses, 300 m from military sites. Fines from €2,000; up to €25,000 for night poaching. Do not post photos or videos that harm the sport's image. Service wishes a safe respectful season.
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❄️⛄️Nicosia: Davila parking closed for Christmas period
From Monday 3 November 2025 until Monday 2 February 2026 the Municipal Davila parking in Nicosia will be closed for the Christmas festive season, the Municipality says. Holders of monthly prepaid cards may use the Tripolis and Kostantza municipal car parks (not available Wednesdays and Saturdays because of the street market) and the Podokataro municipal car park. If none of these options suit, card suspension with credit for the corresponding days will be granted after Davila reopens. Also, Anthis Christofidou park on Polykratous Street in Agioi Omologites will be closed from Monday 3 November for reconstruction works.
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🚧Three-month road closures in Nicosia — Atalantis and Iasiou closed
30 Oct — B phase of the "Construction of Various Roads in Nicosia — Contract 30 — Pallouriotissa" project begins. Atalantis and Iasiou streets in the Nicosia municipal district will be closed to traffic for three months. Drivers should take care and comply with traffic signs; on-site traffic arrangements will be implemented with appropriate signage. The Municipality acknowledges the inconvenience and requests public cooperation to speed works and minimise disruption. Project funded under Cyprus Recovery and Resilience Plan via EU NextGenerationEU.
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🚘Drivers 70+: How to secure insurance coverage
On Alpha's morning show, Andreas Athanasiadis, GM of the Association of Insurance Companies of Cyprus, said drivers over 70 with a heavy claims record can turn to the insurance consortium obliged to provide cover. Of about 75,000 drivers aged 70+, roughly 2,000 cannot sign policies due to past claims; they can use the consortium without paying higher premiums than others. Age affects premiums; very young and elderly drivers present higher risk. He warned a law banning age-based distinctions could cause unintended problems, citing a 50‑year‑old who got a licence at 48.
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📝Visitor Mistakenly Placed in Prison Van, Brought to Court
Police Chief Themistos Arnaoutis has requested an incident report from the Nicosia Police Director over a new farcical episode at the Central Prisons. Officers assigned to transfer inmates to court accidentally loaded a prison visitor into the transport van. The visitor protested but was not heeded. The error emerged only after arrival and the roll call at court. The visitor was escorted back to the Central Prisons. The episode sparked talk among lawyers and court officials who witnessed it.
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🚘Police push rental firms to hand over driver details for fines
Police propose new rules to ease collection of traffic fines from rental cars, with focus on tourist drivers. Currently rental companies or owners are asked to identify drivers after camera detections; locals are usually traceable but many foreign drivers are not. From 2022 to May 2025 about 17,200 rental-car violations had no driver identified and most fines remain unpaid. Under the plan owners must provide accurate driver data or face penalties; email contact allowed. Proposal sent to Parliament. Traffic Police Director Haris Evripidou says rental firms abroad already collect such data.
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⚡️EAC expands smart meter rollout across Cyprus
- Nationwide installations continue in November.
- Replacements cause brief power cuts, up to 20 minutes; residents urged to plan.
- Areas affected: Nicosia/Aglantzia (Larnaca Ave corridor), Limassol (north of Pentadromos, Makarios III & surrounding streets), Larnaca (east of Antonis Papadopoulos Stadium), Famagusta/Paralimni (Protaras, Kapparis and nearby avenues), Paphos (Ellados, Tassos Papadopoulos, Dimokratias and adjacent streets).
- EAC regrets inconvenience; upgrades essential to modernise the electricity network.
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🎓Pupil punches classmate in school toilets in Limassol
Wed 29/10 — Incident at a Limassol gymnasium. A pupil reported that a classmate first verbally provoked him and then struck him repeatedly with fists across his body in the school's toilets. The injured student required medical attention and was transferred to Limassol General Hospital. Police have opened an inquiry, continue investigations and are expected to record the injured pupil's testimony. School authorities are cooperating; no further details have been released.
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