Cyprus: Teen Arrested for Firecracker Possession in Paphos

Home Cyprus Cyprus: Teen Arrested for Firecracker Possession in Paphos FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – A 16-year-old was arrested in Paphos for illegal possession of explosives as part of a nationwide police operation aimed at preventing juvenile delinquency during …

Cyprus: Sunny day with temperatures climbing steadily

Home Cyprus Cyprus: Sunny day with temperatures climbing steadily A warm and sunny day ahead for most towns across the island, with temperatures climbing steadily as we move into the afternoon. Nicosia: A bright and sunny start, with highs reaching 85°F ( …

Making – and losing – friends in Cyprus

‘Nobody comes knocking on the door anymore...’ In Cyprus, family has always come first. On this island, over half of all Cypriots – the highest percentage in Europe – are in daily contact with their kin according to the European Social Survey. And just …

The Hidden Map To Be Shown in Armenia, Cyprus & LA on the 110th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide

Pope Francis’ Historic Visit to Cyprus: A Journey of Faith and Dialogue

FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – The international community is mourning the death of Pope Francis, with world leaders expressing their grief, including Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, who reflected on the pontiff’s legacy of love and justice. For the …

When the Pope visited Cyprus in December 2021

Humble. Maintaining a rare simplicity, so unequivocally connected with his personality and the true meaning of his otherwise illustrious position, the “Pope of the Poor,” as he was known, visited Cyprus in December 2021 on an Apostolic journey to the Holy …

Cyprus mourns the passing of Pope Francis

President Nikos Christodoulides has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Pope Francis, head of the Roman Catholic Church, describing him as a tireless advocate for peace, dialogue and solidarity. In a written statement, the president said the Christian …

Faith, fire, and flaounes as Cyprus comes together for Pascha

By Massimiliano Sfregola Orthodox Easter, the highlight of the liturgical year for the Greek Orthodox world, holds an even greater significance in Cyprus than in neighboring Greece. Holy Week has for Cypriots the same emotional intensity that Christmas …

The Hidden Map To Be Shown in Armenia, Cyprus & LA on the 110th Anniversary of the

Filmmaker Ani Hovannisian will show The Hidden Map in Armenia and Cyprus for the first time, on the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, while PBS SoCal will air the documentary for the fourth year in a row throughout Southern California.   Armenia …

Cyprus: Fire Department Reports Spike in Incidents During Easter Celebrations

Home Cyprus Cyprus: Fire Department Reports Spike in Incidents During Easter Celebrations FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – The Fire Department responded to 94 incidents involving firecrackers across the country during Easter celebrations, while a lit candle caused a …