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15 September, 2025
 

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Great food, great beaches, great culture—no, it’s not Chania... it’s Paphos!

Great food, great beaches, great culture—no, it’s not Chania... it’s Paphos!

Looking for a break this Easter without the hassle of long-distance travel? The Paphos Regional Board of Tourism (PRBT) has just launched a new campaign encouraging locals to enjoy their Easter holidays closer to home, right in the heart of Paphos....

The great souvla debate and other political absurdities

The great souvla debate and other political absurdities

A representative of the hunters boldly declared that they had, under no circumstances, agreed with the police on a brief road closure. Naturally, he wondered: ...

Poaching plot: Hunters had hounds hunt hares (PHOTO)

Poaching plot: Hunters had hounds hunt hares (PHOTO)

A serious case of hare poaching during the training of hunting dogs was reported Friday morning by members of the Game and Wildlife Service...

Big pharma challenges EU over wastewater treatment costs

Big pharma challenges EU over wastewater treatment costs

A legal battle is unfolding between the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries and the European Union over who should bear the financial burden of urban wastewater treatment....

Meta's AI has suddenly started appearing on Cypriot phones...what exactly is it?

Meta's AI has suddenly started appearing on Cypriot phones...what exactly is it?

Meta’s new advanced AI chatbot has recently launched in Cyprus, appearing across all of the company’s apps, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp....

Cyprus Customs returns stolen ancient coins to Department of Antiquities

Cyprus Customs returns stolen ancient coins to Department of Antiquities

In a significant step toward preserving Cyprus' rich cultural heritage, the Customs Department recently handed over two ancient coins to the Department of Antiquities. ...

New health bill ensures no more prescriptions from non-GESY doctors

New health bill ensures no more prescriptions from non-GESY doctors

The House of Representatives approved an urgent amendment to the General Healthcare System on Thursday afternoon, with 37 votes in favor and 3 against....

Signs claiming ''British Genocide Base'' appear near Akrotiri, investigation underway

Signs claiming ''British Genocide Base'' appear near Akrotiri, investigation underway

Strange signs reading ''British Genocide Base'' in both English and Greek appeared on roads leading to the Akrotiri British Bases in Cyprus earlier this week, catching the attention of passersby and sparking heated discussion online. ...

The alarming impact of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in Cyprus

The alarming impact of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in Cyprus

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a leading cause of death worldwide, yet it remains less recognized than other pulmonary conditions like lung cancer....

Parents arrested in Larnaca for the alleged abuse of their five children

Parents arrested in Larnaca for the alleged abuse of their five children

The police authorities are investigating a highly serious case of child abuse in the Larnaca district....

Powerful earthquake devastates Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 150

Powerful earthquake devastates Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 150

A massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand on Friday, killing at least 152 people and leaving hundreds injured. ...

Subsidy for elderly care home accommodation increased more than 65%, from €785 to €1,300

Subsidy for elderly care home accommodation increased more than 65%, from €785 to €1,300

A government subsidy for elderly care home accommodation will increase from €785 to €1,300, according to Christos Diomidous, an official with the Welfare Benefits Management Service at the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare....

Cyprus Parliament rejects new dog welfare regulations

Cyprus Parliament rejects new dog welfare regulations

In a surprising move, Cyprus' Parliament has voted to reject the ''Animal Protection and Welfare (Keeping Dogs for Private Non-Commercial Purposes) Regulations of 2022.''...

Join Us and Speak Up for Stray Animals

Join Us and Speak Up for Stray Animals

Stray animals may not have a voice, but we can speak for them. On April 4th, World Stray Animal Day, radio stations LOVE FM 100.7, DEEJAY RADIO 93.5, and ΣΠΟΡ FM 95.0 will host a special live broadcast to raise awareness and support for the strays....

Welcome home, Panagis!

Welcome home, Panagis!

After a long journey and months of care, Panagis, the Mediterranean monk seal who captured hearts last year, is finally heading back to the Cypriot seas. ...

FBI delivers money laundering report on Cyprus. So what happens now?

FBI delivers money laundering report on Cyprus. So what happens now?

After nine months of collaboration between the U.S. team and Cypriot authorities, the long-awaited FBI report on money laundering and sanctions evasion has finally reached the government. ...

Trash, lies, and box files: Busted by his own dumping

Trash, lies, and box files: Busted by his own dumping

You’d think that if someone were to illegally dump a load of office junk in a field, they’d at least have the foresight to remove the labels with their name on them. But no, apparently, some people like to leave a calling card....

Eurobank’s €1.3B move creates Cyprus’ largest bank

Eurobank’s €1.3B move creates Cyprus’ largest bank

Eurobank Group’s €1.3 billion investment in Hellenic Bank is set to reshape Cyprus' banking landscape, creating the country’s largest financial institution with total assets of €27.5 billion....

190,000 unpaid traffic fines as deadline looms on March 31st

190,000 unpaid traffic fines as deadline looms on March 31st

With the deadline fast approaching, a staggering 190,000 unpaid traffic fines remain unsettled under Cyprus' photocertification system. Drivers have until Monday, March 31, to pay, or they will face criminal prosecution without further delay, ...

Mind REset at its best

Mind REset at its best

The participation of Cypriot teams in the European competition of the educational environmental programme mind REset, which took place in Vienna this year, was completed with an impressive double distinction, proving that the next generation can - and should - play a leading role in efforts towards a more sustainable future....

Countdown to chaos: Cyprus’ traffic light fiasco

Countdown to chaos: Cyprus’ traffic light fiasco

The government has been given an ultimatum: install countdown timers at traffic lights equipped with cameras within six months—or shut down the traffic camera system entirely. ...

Cyprus steps into the global spotlight at Paris-Ukraine summit

Cyprus steps into the global spotlight at Paris-Ukraine summit

The Republic of Cyprus is making its presence felt at the Ukraine Summit in Paris, convened by French President Emmanuel Macron, with President Nikos Christodoulides representing the country at the highest level on March 27-28....

Tick-tock! Cyprus, don’t forget to change your clocks!

Tick-tock! Cyprus, don’t forget to change your clocks!

Spring is in the air, and that means it’s time for a little clock magic!...

From sun worship to rain dance...we are not amused!

From sun worship to rain dance...we are not amused!

OK, people of Cyprus (or should I say, my dear children of Aphrodite, proud descendants of the ancient Cypriot sun-worshippers and halloumi connoisseurs), I have some good news and some bad news....

Ministries of Labor and Health outline efforts in the National Strategy for autism

Ministries of Labor and Health outline efforts in the National Strategy for autism

The Ministries of Labor and Health have outlined their efforts toward implementing the National Strategy and Action Plan for Autism (2024-2028) in a recent response to AKEL MP George Koukoumas....

New solar park in Sotira with 6,534 kW capacity

New solar park in Sotira with 6,534 kW capacity

The Environmental Authority has approved the development of a 6,534 kW solar park within the administrative boundaries of the Sotira Community, in the Famagusta District....

Grate news: Cyprus sets firm limits on blended halloumi

Grate news: Cyprus sets firm limits on blended halloumi

The Cyprus Dairy Producers’ Association has welcomed a new government decree that sets limits on the amount of blended halloumi cheese allowed in production....

Free themed tours of Nicosia

Free themed tours of Nicosia

The Nicosia Tourism Board announced on Wednesday the return of its popular free thematic tours, running from March 29 until the end of December 2025....

Cyprus faces water cuts this summer despite new government measures

Cyprus faces water cuts this summer despite new government measures

Cyprus is bracing for a tough summer as the risk of water cuts remains high, despite new government measures aimed at tackling the ongoing water scarcity issue....

Toyota Cyprus steps up airbag replacements ahead of deadline

Toyota Cyprus steps up airbag replacements ahead of deadline

Toyota is intensifying efforts to replace defective Takata airbags across Cyprus, aiming to meet the looming deadline set by the Ministry of Transport....

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