investigation

Limassol mayoral debate ends with fracas

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Limassol mayoral debate ends with fracas

During a mayoral debate in Limassol, a citizen complained to Mayor Nicos Nicolaides about the cleanliness of a plot of land, leading to a tense altercation outside the Laniteio Amphitheatre. Police intervened as the situation escalated, with reports of pushing and shoving among those present. An individual reported being punched by an unknown person, and the case is now under investigation by the Minor Offences Department of the Limassol Police Directorate.

UK, ’s first black woman MP barred from running for Labour

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UK, ’s first black woman MP barred from running for Labour

Diane Abbott, Britain’s first black woman lawmaker, was barred from running as a Labour candidate in the July 4 election after being suspended for comments about Jews and racism.

Probe on Jho Low golden passport case still ongoing

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Probe on Jho Low golden passport case still ongoing

Authorities are close to completing an investigation into how Malaysian fugitive Jho Low obtained Cypriot citizenship in 2015. Low, wanted for allegedly embezzling billions from Malaysia’s 1MDB fund, acquired a Cypriot passport through the country’s citizenship by investment program. The investigation involves an international arrest warrant and the potential confiscation of a villa Low purchased in Ayia Napa. Despite initial delays, Low’s citizenship was revoked in May 2023, leading to an appeal filed with the Supreme Court. Low denies wrongdoing and his whereabouts are unknown.

From Akamas to vultures, a simple public warning

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From Akamas to vultures, a simple public warning

The need for civil society organizations to act as environmental watchdogs remains urgent, as recent revelations have shown violations of environmental conditions in the Akamas area. The scandal involved roadworks that ignored environmental conditions, and the Forestry Department was supposed to oversee the project. The Water Development Department had warned about violations a year before environmental NGOs raised the alarm. Additionally, efforts are being made to protect Griffon vultures from extinction, with poison baits and power line collisions being major threats. Despite efforts to persuade the Electricity Authority to make infrastructure safer, losses of vultures and eagles continue due to collisions and electrocutions.

Discipline procedures mired by missing staff member

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Discipline procedures mired by missing staff member

State authorities have been searching for over a month for CyBC director general Thanasis Tsokos to serve him with orders to appear before a disciplinary procedure. Tsokos has been unavailable for almost a month, stalling the entire procedure. The ministry has requested cabinet to appoint an individual to investigate the claims against Tsokos.

Police investigating shooting at local Larnaca coffee shop

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Police investigating shooting at local Larnaca coffee shop

Police in Larnaca are investigating an incident where shots were fired at the front windows of a local coffee shop. No one was injured during the episode. The shots were fired by a hooded perpetrator with a pistol, aiming at the glass windows to cause intimidation rather than to injure anyone.

Trump’s new ‘deal’ could save Big Oil $110 billion in taxes

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Trump's new ‘deal’ could save Big Oil $110 billion in taxes

Donald Trump allegedly offered Big Oil executives 0 billion in tax breaks if they donated billion to his campaign. Congressional Democrats are investigating this potential quid pro quo deal. Joe Biden plans to eliminate these tax breaks for the oil and gas industry if elected. The fossil fuel industry is lobbying to maintain these tax breaks, which are set to expire next year. Some attendees at Trump’s fundraising dinner at Mar-a-Lago included executives of smaller oil companies focused on fracking and gas exporting. The event was also attended by individuals with controversial backgrounds in the oil and gas industry.

Mukhtar near disgraced monastery bewails loss of visitors

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Mukhtar near disgraced monastery bewails loss of visitors

Fterikoudes mukhtar Modestos Iacovou testified against Tamassos Bishop Isaias in a case brought by suspended monks of the Osiou Avakoum monastery. He stated that vehicles from the bishopric were loaded with icons from the monastery. The community council has asked for the monks to be brought back so the monastery can function normally. The community has supported the monastery and donated properties for its construction. Monks’ lawyers claim the investigation process against them is illegal.