Fact: A team from Neapolis University of Paphos in Cyprus secured a spot in the finals of the ICPC competition for the first time, competing against students from 3,000 universities across 111 countries.
The Chief Returning Officer has released the latest registration figures for the upcoming elections, revealing that a total of 706,534 individuals are eligible to vote. The permanent electoral roll in Cyprus has 568,608 Cypriot electors, including 837 Turkish Cypriots. Nicosia has the highest number of Cypriot electors with 220,593, followed by Limassol with 159,442. Limassol and Larnaca have the highest number of registered Turkish Cypriot voters. Additionally, there are special electoral rolls for European citizens, with the highest concentration in Paphos. 103,269 Turkish Cypriots holding Cypriot identity cards can vote in the EU elections. Polling stations for European Parliament elections are set up in cities across Greece, the UK, and Belgium.
Fact: 568,608 people have registered to vote for the upcoming elections in June.
Fact: Police successfully identified four potential victims of human trafficking during a real-time training exercise organized by Frontex.
Three upcoming events for culture lovers in Cyprus include a Paphos wine tasting event, a secret concert in Larnaca, and a unique concert featuring 11 cellists and a double-bassist.
The Audit Office criticized the veterinary services for not taking action against illegal livestock farms operating on protected land, specifically mentioning a large unregistered farm in the Chanoutaris Cliffs special protection zone in Paphos.
The archaeological site at the Paphos gate on the western edge of Nicosia’s walled city is now open for visitors. Excavations in the area uncovered the founding of the Arab Ahmet aqueduct, completing another mosaic in the history of the area. The importance of promoting places such as Nicosia’s Venetian walls is emphasized for the preservation of the capital’s cultural identity. The preservation of cultural heritage is a collective responsibility and long-term fight that concerns everyone.
Bowls Cyprus will be holding the National Bowls Finals at the Aliathlon Bowling Club, Paphos on 2-3rd of May. The winners of the ladies and gents single sets match will be eligible to represent Cyprus in the World Champion of Champions in Australia in 2025. Spectators are welcome to attend the event, where food and drink will be available.
A 61-year-old man was remanded by the Paphos court for burglary and theft after being arrested following a report of a break-in and theft at a residence in the village of Yolou.
A bronze bell was stolen from the chapel of Ayios Nikolaos in Chlorakas, Paphos. The theft took place either on Friday night or Saturday night and the bell is estimated to be worth €3,500. Paphos police are investigating the incident.