CRIME ROUND UP

 Pafos Press 25 April 2026

The Paphos District Court today ordered the renewal of the detention order for a period of eight days against a 41-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man, who appeared before it in the context of an investigation into a serious case involving conspiracy to commit a felony, arson and other offenses.

According to the Police, the two suspects were arrested on April 15 following an operation that took place in the early hours of the morning in Paphos, when they were spotted parking outside a property and heading towards it with a bottle and an object that looked like a bat in their possession.

€140,000 SPENT ON LIMOUSINES TO HOST EU LEADERS

€140,000 SPENT ON LIMOUSINES TO HOST EU LEADERS - Cy Mail 25/4 by James Morphakis



The government spent around €140,000 to rent 12 armoured limousines for the transport of EU leaders during this week’s informal summit, with costs expected to be reimbursed through the EU budget.

According to Politis, the vehicles, all BMW 7 Series models, were brought from Germany for a 10-day period.

The total cost equates to approximately €14,000 per day, or about €1,166 per vehicle daily.

LOCAL RAIN AND STORMS IN THE MOUNTAINS

 

LOCAL RAIN AND STORMS IN THE MOUNTAINS - Filenews 25/4

More instability, with local rains and thunderstorms mainly from noon onwards in the mountains and in the eastern half of the island, is expected on Monday and Tuesday, the Meteorology Officer, Andreas Chrysanthou, told KYPE on Saturday, when asked about the forecasts for the weather conditions in the coming days.

Mr. Chrysanthou said that this is "a scene of instability" that has been observed in previous weeks, with mainly clear weather in the morning hours, local clouds and then the development of clouds that will give rains and thunderstorms.

CHRISTODOULIDES - 'CYPRUS CAN PUNCH ABOVE ITS WEIGHT'

CHRISTODOULIDES - 'CYPRUS CAN PUNCH ABOVE ITS WEIGHT' - Cy Mail 25/4 by James Morphakis


Cyprus has demonstrated its ability to influence developments beyond its size, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Saturday, following the informal European Council meeting held on the island on Friday.

In a post on X, Christodoulides said the country had “once again” shown it can “mobilise, contribute and play a substantial role in shaping developments beyond its size,” pointing to the hosting of EU leaders at what he described as a critical moment for the Levant and Europe.

STRONG EL NINO FORECAST COULD PUSH 2026 TOWARD RECORD GLOBAL HEAT

STRONG EL NINO FORECAST COULD PUSH 2026 TOWARD RECORD GLOBAL HEAT - KNews 25/4

Early data shows 2026 already among the hottest years, despite cooling La Niña conditions at the start.

Climate researchers expect 2026 to rank among the hottest years ever recorded, with a strong El Niño likely to push global temperatures higher as the year progresses.

77 PERCENT OF EUROPE'S FARMLAND BIRDS HAVE DECLINED IN THE LAST DECADE

77 PERCENT OF EUROPE'S FARMLAND BIRDS HAVE DECLINED IN THE LAST DECADE - KNews 25/4


Sharp reductions recorded across southern and central Europe, including Spain, France, Italy, Poland, and the Czech Republic.


A recent study across Europe shows a sharp drop in birds that depend on farmland and open landscapes. Researchers examined 43 species linked to these environments and found that 77 percent have become less common over the past ten years. This decline is tied to falling population numbers and could affect ecosystems, since these birds help control pests, spread seeds, and signal environmental conditions.

The project brought together scientists, field observers, and monitoring groups from across the continent, coordinated by the European Bird Census Council. By combining large datasets with modelling techniques, the team produced detailed maps showing where species are increasing, stable, or declining. These maps can be updated often and are intended to support conservation and land management decisions.

MAJOR ROAD WORKS

 

MAJOR ROAD WORKS

Larnaca-Famagusta Motorway

During the period 2/3/2026 – 30/4/2026, excluding weekends and holidays, between the hours of 08:30 – 14:30, pruning and watering of plants will be carried out on the slopes of the Larnaca Airport-Paralimni motorway in Larnaca district in both directions, by the Department of Forestry. During the works, part of the shoulder of the motorway will be closed, in sections of 300 meters at a time. Traffic will not be affected.