Paphos

Police arrest suspects in Paphos house burglary

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Police arrest suspects in Paphos house burglary

Police arrested a 37-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman on Monday for a residential burglary and theft committed on October 15 of the previous year. The burglary took place in Paphos, where various items including gold and jewelry were stolen. Some of the stolen items were identified by their owner after the police published photos on March 15, 2024. The items were found in the suspects’ home on March 11, leading to their arrest for illegal possession of property and subsequent re-arrest. The investigation is ongoing by Paphos CID.

Classical music heading to Paphos

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Classical music heading to Paphos

The casalQuartet, a string quartet formed in 1996 in Zurich, Switzerland, will perform at Markideio Theatre in Paphos on April 12 as part of the Technopolis 20 Classics concert series. The quartet includes violinists Felix Froschhammer and Rachel Späth, violist Markus Fleck, and cellist Andreas Fleck. They have performed in over 1,500 concerts worldwide and are known for playing both modern and historical instruments. Their repertoire spans from the 17th century to contemporary music, and their upcoming program in Paphos will feature works by Mozart, Schubert, Grieg, and Gershwin. Tickets are priced at €20.

EU protection for craft and industrial products

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EU protection for craft and industrial products

On 27 October 2023, the European Commission published Regulation 2023/2411, which changes the standards for geographical indications in craft and industrial products. With effect from 16 November 2023, this Regulation offers strong protection in the EU, safeguarding the intellectual property rights of registered geographical indications. The Regulation will enter full force in the EU on … Read more

Miracle baby, miracle mother

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Miracle baby, miracle mother

Childbirth complications, including pre-eclampsia and obstructed labour, affect millions of women globally each year, with approximately 810 women dying daily from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO also estimates that for every woman who dies in childbirth, about 20 more suffer severe complications, leading to long-term health issues or disabilities. Baiba Deiko, a 33-year-old woman from Latvia residing in Cyprus, experienced a severe childbirth complication leading to an emergency cesarean section at 31 weeks due to a ruptured placenta, a 1cm perforation in the posterior wall of her stomach, and subsequent life-threatening conditions including sepsis and a complete blockage of the pylorus. Her son, Noah, was taken to Makarios hospital’s ICU, the only one in the country that can house babies under 32 weeks. Baiba’s condition required her to be transported via an ambulance plane to Rafael hospital in Israel for specialized treatment, facilitated by ILMedicare, a private medical service in Limassol, Cyprus. After her final surgery, Baiba returned to Cyprus two weeks later and was reunited with her son after a month of separation.

Bus fire breaks out on Paphos-Limassol highway

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Bus fire breaks out on Paphos-Limassol highway

A fire occurred on a bus traveling from Paphos to Limassol on the highway near Paramali around 1pm. The fire, which started in the engine area, was quickly extinguished by the bus’s automatic firefighting system. All passengers were safely evacuated and continued their journey on another bus. Fire engines from Limassol and the British Bases responded to the incident. This event follows previous incidents that led to buses being temporarily withdrawn from service until they were equipped with automatic fire extinguishing systems.

The Cypriot village with a language of its own

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The Cypriot village with a language of its own

Tom Cleaver visited Kormakitis, a Maronite village in Cyprus, known for its unique language, Sanna, which is a derivative of Arabic brought to the island around 1,200 years ago from Mesopotamia. Kormakitis, once the largest of four majority-Maronite villages, has around 300 residents and is located in Cyprus’ northwestern corner. The village is significant as the spiritual capital of Maronite Cypriots, who are in full communion with the Catholic Church of Rome. The local church features two boxy cuboid bell towers and an interior with a statue of Saint George and writing in the Syriac script. The visit was organized by the Cyprus Bilingualism Association and the Cyprus Linguistics Society to highlight the linguistic uniqueness of Kormakitis.

Underage driver stopped in Paphos

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Underage driver stopped in Paphos

An underage driver, aged 16, was stopped by police in Paphos for driving a vehicle that belonged to his father. The incident led to the father being questioned and the car being taken in for the duration of the investigation. Additionally, in the Paphos district, a 40-year-old taxi driver tested positive for drugs, and a 33-year-old was found with 4.5g of cannabis. Furthermore, a 25-year-old resident threatened and swore at an official operating a mobile traffic camera in Chlorakas and is currently being sought by the authorities.

Larnaca a prime hotspot for real estate investors

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Larnaca a prime hotspot for real estate investors

Cyprus-based real estate platform INDEX.cy released a report identifying Larnaca as a key destination for investors and homebuyers in the real estate market. The report is based on an analysis of the local property market, highlighting significant investor interest due to low deposit interest rates. Analysis of over 4,200 real estate listings on INDEX.cy showed a notable price difference between new and pre-owned properties in Larnaca, with new real estate priced at €3,619 per square meter and pre-owned properties at €2,289 per square meter, accounting for respective taxes and fees. This represents a 36% discount on pre-owned properties. Similar price differences were observed in other regions, albeit smaller. The findings are based on an analysis of 24,773 new properties and 4,539 pre-owned ones. The report underscores Larnaca’s growing significance in real estate transactions for both investment and residential purposes. Anton Karbanovich, founder of INDEX, mentioned the emergence of a ‘flipping sector’ where investors buy, renovate, and sell pre-owned properties for profit, with Larnaca being particularly notable in this trend. The report concludes that Larnaca is becoming a prominent destination for real estate investments and endeavors.

Paphos man arrested for setting car on fire

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Paphos man arrested for setting car on fire

A 29-year-old man from the Paphos district was arrested for setting a car on fire in the village of Lemba, which resulted in the vehicle being completely destroyed. The incident occurred around 6pm on Friday, and the man allegedly admitted to the act, which police believe was done maliciously. The investigation is ongoing.

State funding to municipalities increases with reform

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State funding to municipalities increases with reform

– Municipalities received €70.9 million in funding from the state last year.
– The reform of Local Government will increase state funding to €92.9 million from July 1st.
– The number of municipalities will be reduced from 30 to 20 due to the reform.
– State funding is expected to increase to €117 million by 2025.
– In the first half of 2024, the 30 municipalities will receive €35.4 million in state funding.
– €8.7 million of the funding is in exchange for the abolition of the professional tax.
– €1.09 million of the funding is in exchange for the Diapylia, which have been abolished for decades.
– From July to December, the 20 reformed municipalities will receive a total of €58.8 million.
– The funding distribution criteria include population, population density, area, and per capita income of the municipality from its residents.
– The Ministry of Interior aims for fiscal balance in the new distribution of state funding based on the needs of each local authority.
– Specific funding allocations include: Nicosia Municipality €9 million, Limassol €8.1 million, Strovolos €4.9 million, Larnaca €4.8 million, Lakatamia €3.1 million, Paphos €2.8 million, Paralimni-Deryneia €2.58 million, Eastern Limassol €2.54 million, Latsia-Yeri €2.26 million, Western Limassol €2.24 million, Ayia Napa €2.1 million, Aradippou Municipality €1.8 million, Southern Nicosia-Idalion €1.8 million, Dromolaxia-Menou €1.6 million, Eastern Paphos €1.4 million, Chrysochous Town €1.24 million, Athienou €1.13 million, Akamas €1.15 million, and Lefkara €1 million.