Two detained in Famagusta for firearm possession
The Famagusta district court issued detention orders for two individuals for possession and transport of a weapon to incite terror.
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A transitional period with lots to do in the garden
In May, gardens in Cyprus are filled with blooming flowers such as roses, Queen Elizabeth roses, and Texas Ranger shrubs. Fruit trees like oranges, lemons, and olives are popular in gardens, and the last month to feed them with fertilizer is May. Prunus and citrus trees are hermaphrodite and can be affected by diseases like canker. Mediterranean fruit fly is a common problem for fruit trees in Cyprus. Agapanthus and Hemerocallis are popular summer flowering plants, while Bougainvillea is a much-loved climber that grows well in dry and hot conditions. Bougainvillea is known for its brightly-colored bracts and can be challenging to prune.
It is now up to the state to find suspects, investigator says after Thanasis Nicolaou murder verdict
The third coroner’s inquest into the death of Thanasis Nicolaou concluded that he was murdered by strangulation, bringing relief to his family after a long struggle for justice. The criminal investigator involved in the case stated that the investigation was thorough and objective, and the next step is to identify suspects based on the evidence. The Nicolaou family plans to pursue private criminal prosecutions against those responsible for mishandling the case initially. The Attorney General has indicated that he will not pursue criminal charges, but the family is determined to proceed with private prosecutions. Matsas emphasized the need for a fair and objective reinvestigation to gather more evidence and potentially prosecute individuals involved in the crime.
Paphos man, 82, arrested after firing shotgun over loud music complaint; four injured
An 82-year-old man in Paphos fired a shotgun into the air to stop late-night music from a nearby recreation centre, resulting in minor injuries to four patrons. He faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, bodily harm, and firearm offences. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Global Tax Management Bolsters its Utility Tax Practice with New Director Nicole McKinney
Nicole “Nikki” McKinney has joined Global Tax Management as a Director in the firm’s Lead Tax Practice, specializing in tax accounting for regulated utility companies.
From arming teachers to corporate tax breaks: Tennessee’s new, extreme laws
Tennessee’s Republican-dominated legislature passed conservative laws this year, including allowing teachers to arm themselves in class. Other bills included providing government-funded vouchers to private schools, tax breaks to corporations, civil penalties for aiding minors with abortion, and restricting library materials. The state also passed a bill allowing public school teachers and staff to carry guns.
Boy, suspected of vandalism, to give police statement
A 10-year-old is expected to appear at the Voroklini police station to give a statement regarding the vandalism of Livadia primary school. The damage caused is estimated to be around €1,000 and the parents of the child are expected to pay for it. Other individuals involved in the vandalism are being sought by the police.
Man dead after Easter Sunday motorbike crash
Fact: A 30-year-old man from Limassol named Eftychios Charitou died in a road traffic accident on Easter Sunday evening after colliding head-on with a car while riding a motorcycle.
Child hospitalised after car driven by other child crashes
A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized on Easter Sunday after a car crash in Paphos village of Peyia. The car, driven by a 15-year-old, collided with another car driven by a 47-year-old man. The 15-year-old’s car veered off course after the collision, hitting a road sign. The 16-year-old suffered blunt force trauma to his head but is not in immediate danger. The 47-year-old driver had a zero alcohol reading. The police investigation is ongoing.
Minor, 15, involved in collision while driving father’s car
A 15-year-old boy crashed his father’s car in Peyia, injuring his teenage passenger. The accident is being investigated, and the boy and his parents were taken to the police station, but no charges have been filed yet.