COVID19: Five deaths as cases drop to 2,200

Cyprus reported five more coronavirus deaths on Tuesday, as new cases dropped to 2,200 and fewer hospitalisations at 257. The Health Ministry said in its Covid bulletin that four men, aged 67

COVID19: Omicron rampant in Cyprus

According to the latest genomic sequencing results of coronavirus cases, the highly infectious Omicron variant rules in Cyprus, causing 94% of infections explaining the recent surge. On Tuesday, the Health Ministry said

Serial killer’s victims seek compensation

The mother of murdered Filipina Maricar Valdez Arquiola, slain by Cyprus’ first serial killer, is campaigning for the government to give proper financial compensation for the woman’s young son. Maricar was one

Fake jab doctor pleads not guilty

A Larnaca doctor accused of issuing fake COVID-19 vaccination cards to his patients pleaded not guilty to 12 counts of fraud and will stand trial in April. The 53-year-old Larnaca cardiologist, also

EP President: Cyprus split hurts Europe

Newly elected European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said Europe could not heal from conflict while the Cyprus problem remains unsolved. “Europe has a legacy of war, but also of healing. “We can

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Cyprus extradition riles US lobbyists

A Chinese mother and son’s fight against extradition from Cyprus to face fraud charges has attracted criticism by US-based right-wing lobby groups who claim the case is politically motivated. Cyprus police said

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Cyprus tourism gaining new identity

Cyprus is throwing off its sun and sea destination image to offer other authentic experiences visitors can enjoy, including sports events such as L’Étape by Tour de France, said Deputy Tourism Minister Savvas Perdios.

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Cyprus chill factor

Cyprus is shivering from a cold front pushing temperatures 5 degrees Celsius lower than the seasonal average, with rain and more snow on the menu said the Met Office. Head of the

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