😳Government condemns attack on DIPA offices in Limassol
Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis calls the attack and vandalism a direct assault on democracy. In a post on X after DIPA filed a complaint, he said such acts are not political expression but violent deeds that undermine democratic dialogue and institutions. "Disagreements are expressed with words and arguments, not with destruction," he wrote. Authorities are investigating to assign responsibility. DIKO also condemned the incident, saying violence and vigilantism are no solution. DIPA filed a report; video of the vandals circulated.
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🐢Fisheries Dept: Procedures for Injured and Dead Sea Turtles
Fisheries & Marine Research Dept. issues annual protocol for injured/dead turtles, ahead of nesting season after Chloraka case.
Dept. works with local councils; Chloraka council followed procedures.
Injured turtles collected by Dept. staff or authorised teams and taken to Rescue Centre in Menoy.
Dead turtles handled by local municipal/community authorities; some carcasses taken for lab checks (stomach, DNA).
Public asked to report sightings with photos, shell measurements and location via official contacts or app.
Sea turtles protected by national and EU law; killing, deliberate harassment, capture, trade and possession prohibited.
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🎄Troodos routes open only to 4x4s or vehicles with traction chains
10:30: Roads to Troodos restricted to 4x4 vehicles or those fitted with traction chains due to snowfall and icy surfaces. Affected approaches: Platres–Troodos, Karvounas–Troodos, Prodromos–Troodos, Pedoulas–Prodromos; carriageways slippery.

Rock and soil slides reported on Kalopanagiotis–Mouttallas–Pedoulas; Kakopetria–Karvounas; Pedoulas–Kykkos–Kambos; Kykkos–Tsakkistra; Kambos–Orkonda–Kato Pyrgos.

Prodromos–Lemythou and Kakopetria–Pinewood–Pedoulas open to all vehicles but slippery. Urban roads and motorways clear. Police urges caution, compliance with traffic rules and signals to prevent collisions.
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Caves of the Seven St. Georges — Hidden treasure in Geroskipou
GEROSKIPOU SW — Seven carved caves and seven chapels dedicated to the Seven St. Georges dot a rocky plateau on the municipality's southwest side. The rock-cut complex and ancient chamber tombs record long-standing habitation and deep local spirituality. A chapel of St. George is hewn inside a huge rock; beside it a natural cave with a spring adds a sacred atmosphere. Two wooden ladders ease visitor access. The site blends pilgrimage with hiking and scenic strolls. An underground passage beside the chapel leads to the holy spring under St. Paraskevi church in the town square.
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🎤Archbishop remains locum tenens of Paphos; committee to revise Church charter
Holy Synod decides to amend the Church of Cyprus statutory charter after finding ambiguities and practical difficulties in its application.
Secretary General Archimandrite Georgios Christodoulou said the Synod resolved to restructure or fully redraft the charter.
A drafting committee will include members of the Holy Synod and specialised legal experts.
Archbishop Georgios will extend his locum tenens role for the Metropolitan Throne of Paphos until the new charter is completed.
The process is expected to take months.
There is no official update on Tychikos's appeal to the Supreme Court.
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🪧Occupied north: Tension and scuffles at Turkish‑Cypriot unions' protest
Mass mobilization today by five Turkish‑Cypriot unions against the "government" economic policy. Protesters demanded minimum wage adjustment to match cost‑of‑living and tax scale updates. KTAMS, KAMUSEN, KAMU‑İŞ, KTÖS and KTOEÖS, backed by electricity and telecom unions, gathered in central occupied Nicosia. Demonstrators marched to a hotel where "prime minister" Unal Ustel was briefing media; police blocked entry and scuffles and pushing broke out. Chants accused officials of bribery and mismanagement in education, health and energy.
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Search for 20-year-old in serious assault
ISMAIL MUSE HASSAN, 20, Somali national, is being sought to assist inquiries into an investigated case of assault causing grievous bodily harm. The incident occurred on 03/12/2025 in the Larnaca district. Anyone who knows anything that could help locate him is asked to contact Kofinou Police Station at 24-804380, the Citizen Line at 1460, or the nearest police station. Police ask the public to come forward with information to assist the ongoing investigation. Information provided will be treated confidentially where possible.
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🥗Wallets Could Tip May Vote
- New IMR-K Trends poll: economy growing but many Cypriots feel the pinch.
- 75% say meeting household expenses is top worry; fuel and housing worry over half.
- 36% now spend over €501 monthly on food; 28% report cutting electricity use.
- 70% want automatic indexation allowance focused on low-wage workers; nearly 50% favor broader coverage.
- 56% say tax reform should prioritise low-income citizens and young families; only 4% prioritise corporate relief.
- Trust low: 11% trust the executive, 10% Parliament, 5% political parties.
- Social media top news source for 60%; elections set for May 24, 2026.
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🤯Russian businessman, 56, found dead near Limassol
Missing since Jan 7, the 56-year-old was located dead in a ravine area between Pissouri and Avdimou after intensive police searches. Last mobile signal registered in Pissouri; searches included police helicopter and drones. Official autopsy will determine cause of death. He lived and worked in Limassol in recent years, active in the financial sector. Previously detained in Russia and served house arrest in 2013 before relocating to Cyprus. Investigations remain open as authorities await autopsy results.
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📝Trump says US 'needs' Greenland; Denmark seeks more NATO troops
Trump urges US control of Greenland, warns Russia or China could gain advantage, calls acquisition essential for US security. Comments come ahead of White House talks with Danish and Greenlandic officials. Greenland PM backs Denmark: "we choose Denmark." Danish PM stresses unity and says Greenland is not for sale and Denmark lacks legal authority to cede it. Denmark boosts Arctic forces and asks NATO for a larger presence. US team includes Secretary Rubio and JD Vance; France vows solidarity with Denmark; bipartisan US lawmakers plan a Copenhagen visit.
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🎤New prison will take at least four years, Justice Minister says
Justice Minister Kostas Fytiris: new correctional facility to be built outside urban areas, site identified, construction may last four years or more; consultations with affected residents planned. Current Central Prisons unsuitable for 21st century, overcrowding noted. Increased police patrols across cities and districts to prevent crime, especially at night. "Cypriot FBI" to start operating very soon. Plans to tackle organised crime, invest in police technology, and revise grading and incentives for frontline staff. Officers cannot stand for parliament unless they resign; operational issues remain for Police Chief. Rehabilitation of offenders and investigation of misconduct will proceed.
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⚡️Paliometocho: Tens of thousands in appliances damaged by wrong voltage
Giorgos Kyriakou, president of the Cyprus Association of Electrical Contractors, says wrong voltage on the EAC network damaged household appliances worth tens of thousands. Affected households and total cost remain unknown. EAC is aware but has not admitted responsibility. Kyriakou cites past smart‑meter incidents where promised full compensation was not paid — owners who spent about €5,000 received roughly €2,000. Paliometocho residents were told to replace items first and claim later, a heavy burden for low‑income families. He also flags alleged EAC billing errors for TV receivers. Residents await timing and amounts of compensation.
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👷‍♀️🏗️Famagusta halts permits for developers with water/sewer debts
Famagusta District Local Government will not process planning or building permit applications from individuals or companies that owe water or sewerage fees, president Yiannis Karousos said. Applications will be frozen until debts are paid and applicants will be notified. The board approved the rule to boost collections; Karousos said 43 entities owe over €10m and legal advice is being sought to allow publishing major debtors. The organisation plans AI to handle routine tasks (implementation plan in 2–3 months) and to install smart water meters via Smart Cyprus due to lack of state grants.
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📝POED: Campaign to Improve Teacher Evaluation Law Continues
POED says it will continue efforts to correct and improve the newly adopted teacher evaluation law. The union expresses disappointment that the Ministry of Education submitted the bill unilaterally in May 2025 and that parties DISY, DIKO, DIPA and some independents voted it through despite many unresolved objections. POED says the law contains ambiguities, gaps and contradictions, widening the rift. Reports a rise in unsubstantiated complaints and demeaning behaviour toward teachers. The union vows to keep fighting to defend public schools and educators.
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🪨Roads affected by frost and landslides
Prodromos–Troodos open only to four‑wheel‑drive vehicles or to vehicles fitted with anti‑skid chains. Rock and soil slips reported on Kalopanagiotis–Mouttullas–Pedoula; Kakopetria–Karvouna; Pedoula–Kykkos–Kampou; Kykkos–Tsakkistras; Kampou–Orkonda–Kato Pyrgos; Pedoula–Prodromos. Platres–Troodos, Karvouna–Troodos, Prodromos–Lemythou and Kakopetria–Pinewood–Pedoula are open to all vehicles but slippery due to light snowfall and frost. Localised debris and icy patches in higher areas. Drivers urged to reduce speed, keep distance and carry chains where needed.
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🔞 Scientists say men’s peak sexual activity occurs around the age of 35
Research shows that male sexual desire increases in the early 20s, reaches its peak between 30 and 40, and then gradually declines. However, many men over 60 remain highly active, especially when they maintain good health and a balanced lifestyle — something quite common in Cyprus.

Women show a different pattern: their highest level of sexual desire is usually observed between the ages of 20 and 30, after which it gradually decreases, with a more noticeable decline after 50.
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🔥 Another arson incident in Limassol: teenagers set a fire in the Agios Athanasios area
On the evening of January 14, 2026, at around 10:00 p.m., another arson incident was reported in the Agios Athanasios area of Limassol. A witness said that a group of teenagers set fire to a rubbish skip. Video footage from the scene was shared with RoadReportCY.

According to the driver, the teenagers were on foot, wearing masks and dressed entirely in black. He immediately contacted the police, who arrived within 5–7 minutes, but by then the perpetrators had already fled the area.

This incident follows a similar case on December 24, 2025, when a group of five to seven teenagers started multiple fires under a pedestrian bridge near the Agios Athanasios roundabout. At that time, several suspects escaped on high-speed electric bicycles. Video footage clearly showing the faces of two minors was handed over to the Cyprus Police.

Cyprus Police are investigating both incidents and urge anyone with information or additional footage to contact the authorities.
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