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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Cyprus January 23, 2026 at 15:18

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Cyprus Eating Awards 2025 celebrate 21 years of excellence

Life January 23, 2026 at 15:07

The island’s leading culinary institution The Cyprus Eating Awards 2025,...

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Cyprus January 23, 2026 at 15:04

UN envoy to convene talks between leaders The UN Personal...

Schengen: Magnus Brunner optimistic, supports Cyprus entry

Cyprus January 23, 2026 at 14:40

Cyprus’ application to join the Schengen area was a...