POLISH REPRESENTATIVES OF CYCLING CLUBS FROM PAPHOS ARE EXCITED

 

POLISH REPRESENTATIVES OF CYCLING CLUBS FROM PAPHOS ARE EXCITED

The Paphos Region Tourism Development and Promotion Company (TPD Paphos), within the framework of its strategy for the strengthening and promotion of sports tourism and cycling in particular, recently hosted 12 Polish cycling clubs in Paphos, who completed their visit expressing their absolute enthusiasm for the destination.

During their stay, the guests had the opportunity to get to know the cycling network of the Paphos district in detail. They cycled mainly in the countryside in the Laona, Akamas and Polis Chrysochous areas as well as in the Diarizos and Xero Potamos areas, enjoying a variety of routes that combine natural beauty, changes in landscape and a high level of quality, making the “Paphos” destination ideal for training as well as recreational cycling tourism, especially in the November-May period.

They made particular mention of the gastronomic options of Paphos, with the Polish cyclists expressing their admiration for the local cuisine, traditional products and the authenticity of the flavours, which ideally complement the sporting experience. At the same time, the hospitality received extremely positive comments, both from tourism professionals and from the local community, which warmly embraced the mission. 

The participants expressed their intention to return to Paphos, but also to recommend the destination to other cycling clubs and athletes in Poland, recognizing the region as an emerging and competitive cycling destination in Europe. The Paphos Cycling Association continues its outreach and targeted promotion activities consistently, investing in sports tourism as a key pillar for extending the tourist season and strengthening the international image of Paphos as a modern, quality and sustainable destination.

CRIME ROUND UP

 Filenews 13 February 2026

Two men are due to appear before the British Bases Court in Dhekelia on March 3, facing theft charges after their arrest earlier this month in Ormidia.

They are a Greek Cypriot and a Greek, who were brought before the Court on Wednesday, after their arrest on February 3. Members of the Police, during a patrol, spotted them outside a fenced area where buses that have been withdrawn from traffic were.

COUNCIL OF MINISTERS - APPROVED THE BILL FOR THE MONITORING OF TELEPHONE CONVERSATIONS - IT WILL IMMEDIATELY BE FORWARDED TO PARLIAMENT

Filenews 13 February 2026

The Government is promoting a powerful weapon to combat organized crime.

Specifically, the Council of Ministers today approved the bill which provides, under strict conditions, for the monitoring of telephone conversations.

The President of the Republic himself, Nikos Christodoulides, took a position on the issue before the start of the Council of Ministers.

The bill will be immediately forwarded to the Parliament for a vote, in order to give this powerful weapon in the hands of the prosecuting authorities, in the fight against organized crime.

FARID SOLEIMANI FAAL WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH DRUG ACTIVITIES COMMITTED IN 2025 IN LIMASSOL

 13/2/26

Farid Soleimani Faal, 28, from Iran, is wanted for facilitating investigations into an ongoing case of illegal possession and supply of drugs, committed in 2025, in Limassol.

Anyone with information that may assist in his tracing is asked to contact the Limassol Police Department at 25-805068 or the Citizens' Hotline at 1460, or the nearest Police Station.

INSTALLATION OF POS TERMINALS IN 24 POLICE SERVICES NATIONWIDE FOR CARD PAYMENTS

 Filenews 13 February 2026

In the context of upgrading its services and facilitating citizens, the Police proceeded to install POS terminals for bank card payments, in a total of 24 points nationwide.

Specifically, at the Police Headquarters, POS terminals have been installed in the following services, Headquarters Traffic Police, Record of Previous Convictions (CRO), YPEGE, Firearms, Accounting.

ANDY ABRAHAM - Ampelones Hall, Peyia - 7 April

 

ANDY ABRAHAM

Ampelones Hall, Peyia

7 April - doors 6.30pm, food 7.30pm, show 8.30pm

€45 including meal.  €30 show only

Booking essential - 96 902280

CYPRUS AND GREECE FORGE STRATEGIC SPACE TECHNOLOGY ALLIANCE

 Cyprus Mail 12 February 2026 - by James Morphakis

File photo: Etek members at a meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides, at the presidential palace

A strategic cooperation agreement linking the Cypriot and Greek space technology ecosystems was signed on Thursday in Nicosia, marking a significant step towards closer collaboration in space research, innovation and industry.

A memorandum of understanding was concluded between the Eratosthenes centre and the Greek space technology association (Evidite), as well as the scientific and technical chamber (Etek).