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19 April, 2025
 

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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....

Platres' Le Marquis says goodbye after 40 years

Platres' Le Marquis says goodbye after 40 years

For those who’ve sipped coffee by the crackling fire, shared laughter under the tall trees in summer, or simply felt at home in the warm embrace of Le Marquis, the news feels like a soft but inevitable goodbye....

Police warn of online investment scam targeting citizens

Police warn of online investment scam targeting citizens

The police have issued a warning about a new online scam targeting individuals with fraudulent investment opportunities....

Progress in Motion: The Proposed Mall of Limassol is a planned development that will reshape the city’s future

Progress in Motion: The Proposed Mall of Limassol is a planned development that will reshape the city’s future

The proposed Mall of Limassol is poised to create a premier destination for shopping, dining and entertainment in Limassol....

Wait...what?

Wait...what?

Well, here’s something you don’t hear every day, Donald Trump being compared to Constantine the Great. Yes, that Constantine. The Roman emperor who legalized Christianity, founded Constantinople, and basically shaped the course of Western civilization....

Drugs, violence, and fear as Cyprus schools face growing crisis

Drugs, violence, and fear as Cyprus schools face growing crisis

Concerns are mounting over increasing drug use, violence, and delinquency in Cyprus' schools, with experts and officials warning that urgent action is needed....

More snakes in cities this year? Experts say yes

More snakes in cities this year? Experts say yes

If you thought last year’s snake sightings were bad, experts say this year could be even worse. With Cyprus facing its third dry season in a row, higher temperatures and less rainfall are forcing snakes to seek cooler, damper hiding spots, often in residential areas....

EU tells citizens to stock up on food and essentials

EU tells citizens to stock up on food and essentials

The European Union is urging people to keep at least three days’ worth of food, water, and basic supplies in case of a crisis. The warning comes as Europe faces growing security risks, including Russia’s war in Ukraine, rising tensions with other global powers, and threats to critical infrastructure....

Greek trafficking ring repurposed seized boats to smuggle migrants

Greek trafficking ring repurposed seized boats to smuggle migrants

Greek authorities have uncovered a human trafficking network that repurposed seized boats for smuggling migrants, exposing a shocking loophole in maritime enforcement....

Suspended ex-Commissioner still paid thousands while awaiting trial

Suspended ex-Commissioner still paid thousands while awaiting trial

By next June, former Volunteer Commissioner Giannakis Giannakis will have received a staggering €76,800 from the state—despite being suspended for allegedly forging his diploma and altering his final high school grades....

Good morning, sunshine (and a little dust)!

Good morning, sunshine (and a little dust)!

The weekend is just around the corner, and the weather is bringing a mix of warm sunshine, a sprinkle of clouds, and even a little drama by Sunday!...

FIDE Grand Prix tournament in Nicosia ended in victory for Anna Muzychuk

FIDE Grand Prix tournament in Nicosia ended in victory for Anna Muzychuk

On the evening of March 24th, the fourth stage of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Women's Grand Prix ended at the Hilton Hotel in the capital of Cyprus. ...

Turkey seeks explanation from Greece over chants during parade

Turkey seeks explanation from Greece over chants during parade

Turkey has formally requested an explanation from Greece on March 25 regarding chants made by some Greek military personnel during a military parade in Athens....

Cypriot cadet breaks new ground at West Point

Cypriot cadet breaks new ground at West Point

In a historic first, 22-year-old Anna Nikodimou from Larnaca has become the first Cypriot to attend the prestigious Foreign Academy Exchange Program at West Point Military Academy....

Foxes roam central Nicosia, sparking curiosity and concern

Foxes roam central Nicosia, sparking curiosity and concern

Foxes have been spotted in central Nicosia, raising both interest and concern among residents. ...

Teenager fights for life on ventilator after meningitis diagnosis

Teenager fights for life on ventilator after meningitis diagnosis

A 17-year-old student is in serious condition in the Intensive Care Unit at Nicosia General Hospital after being diagnosed with meningitis....

Water we waiting for? Government unveils €8 million plan to combat water scarcity

Water we waiting for? Government unveils €8 million plan to combat water scarcity

The Cabinet has approved an emergency state grant of €8 million for one year to help local governments and communities reduce water supply network losses....

Double cabins, photovoltaic cuts, and a never-ending trial: Cyprus' comedy of errors

Double cabins, photovoltaic cuts, and a never-ending trial: Cyprus' comedy of errors

We’ve had comical escapes, photovoltaic cutoffs, electricity from the occupied areas, a paramilitary group that refuses to acknowledge the state, and poor Giannakis managing to postpone his trial 18 times (yes, eighteen). ...

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