Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Alexis Vafeades, is examining the possibility of connecting Nicosia, Larnaca, and Limassol through “a type of train, ideally a high-speed train.” ...
Cyprus played a surprising dual role in a major international cybercrime sting that exposed a global network behind one of the biggest online fraud schemes in recent years....
The European Commission has again urged Turkey to meet its long-ignored obligations toward Cyprus, warning that Ankara’s push for a “two-state solution” only undermines UN efforts for reunification....
Lawmakers in Cyprus were visibly frustrated on Wednesday as parents and disability advocates shared stories of private schools turning away children with disabilities or refusing to let them bring classroom aides....
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the global economy, labor, education, and finance, creating vast opportunities but also deep challenges, speakers warned at the 21st Economist Conference in Cyprus, where AI dominated this year’s agenda....
Eighteen Cypriots, including 14 students and two teachers, have safely returned to Cyprus following a period of uncertainty caused by political unrest in Tanzania. ...
A crucial round of talks on Cyprus’ Cost of Living Allowance (COLA), known locally as the Automatic Cost of Living Adjustment (ATA), is set to take place today....
In a night that reshaped New York City politics, Queens Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, 34, was elected mayor, defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo in a race that pitted two visions of the city’s future, one rooted in progressive idealism, the other in pragmatic restoration....
During a discussion of the Justice Ministry’s budget before the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Chief of Police Themistos Arnaoutis announced that eight arrests have already been made in connection with the Demosthenous case and that more are expected....
A weak low-pressure system has decided to mosey into the region. It’s the kind of system that shows up late to the party and brings a sprinkle of dust along for companionship....
Turkey’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has criticized the European Union’s latest annual progress report on Turkey’s EU accession, calling it ''biased and unfounded'' and accusing Brussels of siding with Greece and the Republic of Cyprus....
Cyprus’ U-17 National Football Team has made history by topping their group and securing qualification for the second phase of the European U-17 Championship. ...
A 70-year-old woman was hospitalized after being robbed Tuesday in Paphos, Cyprus, authorities said. She reportedly suffered a fracture during the incident....
The word ''fantasy'', recently used by the President of the Republic to dismiss journalistic analyses, was no accident. It is not a careless label or a slip of the tongue. It hints at something deeper; a symptom of how power perceives itself....
An extensive international investigation has uncovered a large-scale criminal network involved in cryptocurrency and online gambling scams, with Cyprus playing a significant role in the operation. ...
On November 4, the Nikolaou's family legal representatives, submitted private criminal charges to the Limassol District Court against five individuals connected to the investigation....
Bean Bar offers some delicious surprises to satisfy every taste preference. The new, updated menu available at the chain’s two flagship stores on Makariou Avenue in Nicosia and Kolonakiou Avenue in Limassol stands out for its unique flavours and high-quality ingredients. ...
Dick Cheney, a towering figure in U.S. politics who served as vice president from 2001 to 2009 and helped drive the 2003 invasion of Iraq, died Monday night at the age of 84, his family confirmed....
President Nikos Christodoulides opened the second day of the annual Cyprus Summit of The Economist with a speech laying out a bold vision for his country: transforming Cyprus’ location from a historic vulnerability into a strategic advantage....
A €700,000 donation to the First Lady’s Independent Social Support Agency (ISSB) has drawn fresh scrutiny, with the Auditor General warning that private contributions could give the appearance of influence when donors are also doing business with the State....
A legal clash between church and state is at the heart of a high-profile case involving the Metropolitan of Tamasos and Orini, Isaias, whose trial over alleged personal data violations has been postponed to January 22, 2026....
Election Day in New York City has turned into a political spectacle with implications far beyond the five boroughs — and the biggest surprise might just be Donald Trump himself....
Music legend Sting, one of the most celebrated and influential artists of all time, is set to perform in Cyprus for the very first time as part of his highly acclaimed ''STING 3.0'' World Tour. ...
We're currently under the influence of a weak high-pressure system. Yes, weak. Apparently, it couldn't muster the energy to be a strong pressure system, bless its cotton socks....
During the recent Economist conference in Nicosia, Pompeo suggested that Turkish Cypriots are generally open to finding a resolution, but he questioned whether Turkey’s leadership shares the same commitment....
Arrest the wrong suspect for murder? Check. Arrest a prison visitor by mistake? Check again, and this one is going straight into the hall of fame for epic blunders....
Police continue to investigate seven pistols discovered in an open area of Engomi, while awaiting ballistics test results to determine their history and possible use in crimes....
