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20 April, 2025
 

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Fourth year of drought in Cyprus threatens food security

Fourth year of drought in Cyprus threatens food security

Cyprus is entering its fourth consecutive year of drought, raising serious concerns over food security....

Tiny school with big dreams: Kambos Primary breaks barriers in rural Cyprus

Tiny school with big dreams: Kambos Primary breaks barriers in rural Cyprus

Nestled in the remote mountain village of Kambos, the smallest school in Cyprus is proving that size doesn’t limit ambition....

From sub-hunting to rescue ops, regional forces train side by side in 'NOBLE DINA – 2025' Exercise

From sub-hunting to rescue ops, regional forces train side by side in 'NOBLE DINA – 2025' Exercise

Naval and air forces from Cyprus, France, Greece, the United States, Italy and Israel participated in the multinational aeronautical exercise “NOBLE DINA – 2025”....

Violent confrontation in Oroklini leaves man seriously injured, infant hospitalized (videos)

Violent confrontation in Oroklini leaves man seriously injured, infant hospitalized (videos)

A violent confrontation erupted on Saturday at an apartment complex in Oroklini, Larnaca, leaving a foreign man seriously injured and a 9-month-old infant hospitalized as a precaution....

Historic linear park to unite divided Nicosia by 2026

Historic linear park to unite divided Nicosia by 2026

In a landmark development for Cyprus, the European Commission has approved the expansion of the Pedieos (Kanlidere) Linear Park to span the entire city of Nicosia....

Paphos Airport gears up for new VIP terminal

Paphos Airport gears up for new VIP terminal

Soon, passengers flying through Paphos Airport will be able to enjoy a touch of luxury before takeoff, thanks to a brand-new VIP terminal that’s set to open by the end of 2025....

Cyprus’ underrated multicolored identity

Cyprus’ underrated multicolored identity

It’s both disheartening and a little absurd, but the only place I have personally encountered nearly all the languages spoken in Cyprus is… IKEA in Nicosia....

Troodos observatory to open in June, bringing Cyprus into the spotlight of astro-tourism

Troodos observatory to open in June, bringing Cyprus into the spotlight of astro-tourism

Cyprus is about to take a giant leap into the world of astro-tourism with the much-anticipated Troodos Observatory, set to open in June 2025....

German woman accused of illegally handling Greek Cypriot property challenges arrest procedures

German woman accused of illegally handling Greek Cypriot property challenges arrest procedures

A German real estate agent accused of illegally dealing in Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied areas has challenged the legality of her arrest and search....

Cyprus sees decline in asylum appeals but spike from high-risk nations

Cyprus sees decline in asylum appeals but spike from high-risk nations

Cyprus recorded a notable 22% decrease in the number of new appeals by asylum seekers in 2024, according to the Legal Service's annual statistical report....

Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

Torrential rain hammered parts of Cyprus on Friday afternoon, turning streets into rivers and creating flash floods that caused traffic chaos and panic in several areas....

Trump unveils $5M ‘Trump Card’ for citizenship. Is it right out of the Cyprus playbook?

Trump unveils $5M ‘Trump Card’ for citizenship. Is it right out of the Cyprus playbook?

In classic Trump fashion, the president made headlines yet again—this time mid-air aboard Air Force One—by unveiling a new “Trump Card” aimed at wealthy foreign investors....

AEGEAN hosts Open Days for cabin crew members on April 11th and 12th in Athens

AEGEAN hosts Open Days for cabin crew members on April 11th and 12th in Athens

AEGEAN seeks new cabin crew members and hosts Open Days on Friday, April 11th and Saturday, April 12th at the Electra Metropolis Athens Hotel. The event offers a great chance to build a new career with the Greek flag carrier. ...

Cyprus kicks off 2025 with tourism boom as revenues jump 53% in January

Cyprus kicks off 2025 with tourism boom as revenues jump 53% in January

Tourism in Cyprus is off to a flying start in 2025, with January’s revenue soaring to €69.2 million, a 53.1% jump compared to the same month last year, according to the latest figures from the Statistical Service’s Traveler Survey....

Lidl Cyprus continues to transform donations into humanitarian support

Lidl Cyprus continues to transform donations into humanitarian support

The company has consistently supported the Cyprus Red Cross with multifaceted support that strengthens the bonds of social solidarity....

KIDDOM: Limassol's ultimate family playground

KIDDOM: Limassol's ultimate family playground

A fresh chapter of family fun has begun in Limassol with the exciting transformation of Masterland into KIDDOM, a revamped playground that's all about fun, laughter, and quality time for the whole family!...

Anastasiades denies press control, explains controversial ''devil'' remark

Anastasiades denies press control, explains controversial ''devil'' remark

In an exclusive interview, the former President of Cyprus addresses questions about media control, the "Gang" book controversy, and the infamous ''devil'' comment....

Hungary withdraws from International Criminal Court following Netanyahu visit

Hungary withdraws from International Criminal Court following Netanyahu visit

Hungary has announced that it will withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant shift in its foreign policy. ...

Cyprus faces uncertainty as Trump’s tariffs target global trade

Cyprus faces uncertainty as Trump’s tariffs target global trade

In a dramatic move that has sent shockwaves through global trade, US President Donald Trump has imposed hefty tariffs on imports from several key countries, ...

12,000 citizenship applications stuck in limbo amid processing delays

12,000 citizenship applications stuck in limbo amid processing delays

A backlog of 12,000 citizenship applications has raised serious concerns about the efficiency of Cyprus’ immigration and residence permit processing system....

Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale a penthouse in Strovolos, and apartment building in Paralimni as well as other exceptional residential real estate opportunities for investment and owner occupancy in Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, and Famagusta....

Time’s up! Parliament rejects President’s push to scrap traffic light timers

Time’s up! Parliament rejects President’s push to scrap traffic light timers

Cypriot MPs on Thursday pushed back against President Nikos Christodoulides’ attempt to scrap a recently passed law that would have made countdown timers mandatory at traffic lights....

Thunder, paws & beats.  It's a World Stray Animals Day forecast!

Thunder, paws & beats. It's a World Stray Animals Day forecast!

Good morning, Cyprus, it’s Friday, April 4, 2025. Yes, it’s Friday!!! Yayyyyy!!! The weekend is finally upon us, and while the weather may be playing hard to get, we’ve got something to brighten even the stormiest of days....

23 people rescued in Lesbos shipwreck with an additional seven dead

23 people rescued in Lesbos shipwreck with an additional seven dead

A tragic shipwreck off the coast of Lesbos has left seven people dead and prompted a large-scale rescue operation....

Cyprus considers cutting-edge cell transplant center

Cyprus considers cutting-edge cell transplant center

A proposal to create a unit for stem cell treatments, including allogeneic transplants (where stem cells are taken from a donor), was presented today to the Parliamentary Committee on Health....

Firecracker thrown at bus driver of active bus in Limassol

Firecracker thrown at bus driver of active bus in Limassol

A serious incident occurred today in Limassol, where young individuals threw a firecracker at a bus driver....

CMP marks 1000th meeting, leaders reaffirm support for bi-communal efforts

CMP marks 1000th meeting, leaders reaffirm support for bi-communal efforts

The Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) in Cyprus reached a significant milestone, holding its 1000th meeting at the Ledra Palace Hotel on April 2nd. ...

Doctor shortages and management issues plague Famagusta General Hospital

Doctor shortages and management issues plague Famagusta General Hospital

The challenges of doctor shortages and operational inefficiencies at Famagusta General Hospital were brought before the Parliamentary Health Committee....

Important Announcement from Petrolina – Caution Regarding Misleading Messages

Important Announcement from Petrolina – Caution Regarding Misleading Messages

Petrolina informs the public that messages are being sent to mobile phones that misleadingly appear to originate from Petrolina....

Green light for new four-star hotel in Meneou

Green light for new four-star hotel in Meneou

A new four-star hotel in Meneou has been given the go-ahead by the Environmental Authority, paving the way for a €15 million development in the Larnaca district....

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