James covers politics, social and cultural affairs for the Cyprus Mail. Having lived between the UK and Cyprus and travelled extensively across Europe, he brings a broad international perspective to his reporting. In his spare time, he is an avid reader and keen sailor.
The contribution of the Cypriot diaspora in the United Kingdom and its role in strengthening ties with Cyprus were highlighted at an event held at the UK Parliament on Wednesday, ...
Preliminary objections raised by the defence in the private criminal prosecution linked to the death of Thanasis Nicolaou were rejected as premature, allowing the case to proceed to the next ...
A meeting between police and a delegation from the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was held on Wednesday as part of ongoing investigations into the ‘Sandy’ case, with authorities ...
Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said on Tuesday he cannot disclose the content of discussions held with Turkish officials regarding reported entry restrictions affecting Turkish Cypriots, citing diplomatic principles.
Speaking ...
A 51-year-old man was sentenced to concurrent prison terms of up to 18 years for multiple sexual offences committed against his stepdaughter over a prolonged period on Tuesday by the Limassol ...
Illegal structures operating on a state-owned coastal plot in Protaras were dismantled on Tuesday following a 24-hour directive issued by the Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou.
As confirmed by the Famagusta ...
The trial of five defendants linked to the January 17 shooting incident in Larnaca was postponed again on Tuesday after a member of the criminal court was absent, with all accused ...
President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday that Cyprus will continue to sign international agreements regardless of external criticism, stressing that the Republic acts as both an EU and UN member ...
Cyprus’ healthcare system is operating under sustained pressure due to a structural shortage of nurses, with delays in workforce reforms affecting both private hospitals and services operating under the national ...
Two defendants in a torture case linked to organised crime in Pyla are expected to state their pleas on May 14 after proceedings were adjourned on Tuesday before the Larnaca permanent ...
President Nikos Christodoulides held a telephone conversation on Tuesday with Hungary’s prime minister-elect Peter Magyar, extending an invitation for an official visit to Cyprus as both sides signalled intent ...
President Nikos Christodoulides affirmed on Tuesday that investigative procedures in the ‘Sandy’ case are continuing, stressing that the executive branch has no role in the process.
Speaking to journalists in ...
The employers’ union (Oev) stated on Tuesday that the national tourism sector continues to operate under weakened demand, with recent performance being a direct result of the present regional instability,
...
The Interior Ministry has ordered the immediate removal of unauthorised structures on a state-owned coastal plot in Protaras, giving the Famagusta District Administration a 24-hour deadline to complete demolition works ...
Justice Minister Costas Fitiris has said he takes responsibility for assurances given to the President regarding the handling of the Rizoelia farmers’ protest, while also expressing dissatisfaction with aspects of ...
Limassol municipality affirmed on Tuesday that it will proceed with scheduled asphalt paving on major roads, with temporary traffic restrictions expected.
In its statement, the municipality said the works form ...
Police are investigating an alleged robbery in Limassol after a 20-year-old delivery driver reported being attacked by four individuals.
According to the complaint, the incident occurred at around 10.25pm on ...
A 37-year-old woman is in a serious condition in intensive care after being struck by a vehicle in Paphos, police said on Tuesday.
The incident occurred at around 1.20pm on ...
Police carried out targeted operations across Cyprus on Monday night, making 13 arrests and issuing 336 traffic violation reports.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, police confirmed that 13 arrests involved offences including ...
A three-vehicle collision caused traffic disruption on the Nicosia–Limassol highway on Tuesday, with delays reported in the Moni area, police said.
Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported in ...
Four people arrested in Paphos on suspicion of drug offences have been remanded in custody for eight days following a court hearing on Tuesday.
Police said the case began when ...
Tuesday will begin with mainly clear skies across Cyprus before cloud accumulates later in the day, bringing a chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms.
According to the met office, rain ...
A 21-year-old man died on Monday night after sustaining critical injuries in a traffic accident in Limassol last week.
According to a statement issued by the police on Tuesday, Angelos ...
Kiosk owners in Cyprus warned on Monday that proposed increases in tobacco taxation risk pushing consumers into illegal channels, weakening legal retail trade and reducing state revenues rather than increasing ...