Tag: gambling

Nicosia: Police raid illegal horse race betting at private residence

Cyprus May 15, 2025 at 10:34

Police conducted a search of a 57-year-old man's residence in a village in Nicosia as part of an investigation into illegal horse race betting. According...

Taliban suspends chess over gambling concerns

Life May 12, 2025 at 13:42

The Taliban government in Afghanistan has banned chess until further notice due to fears the game is a source of gambling. Officials said the game...

Three lucky Joker “5s” in Cyprus

Cyprus January 20, 2025 at 12:07

Three lucky "5s" from the Joker lottery were found in Cyprus. Two winning tickets were played at an agency in Larnaca, specifically in Kiti, while...

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Minister briefs Environment Committee on water crisis, Akrotiri, Akamas and Trimiklini

December 4, 2025 at 12:19

Christmas menu prices and festive dining options

Cyprus December 4, 2025 at 12:10

This year’s Christmas menu prices vary widely depending on...

Agreement signed to support voluntary returns of asylum seekers

Cyprus December 4, 2025 at 12:07

On Monday, Cyprus signed a €1.1 million deal in...

Occupied North: High chance of early “parliamentary elections”

Cyprus December 4, 2025 at 11:58

Community Democracy Party (KKT/TDP) chairman Zeki Çeler declared Wednesday...

Teacher evaluation: Directors’ role reduced – bill heads to plenary

Cyprus December 4, 2025 at 11:26

The House Education Committee completed the detailed examination of...