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Trump sanctions ICC in defense of Netanyahu

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), blasting its actions as ''illegal and unjustifiable'' after it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant....

New garbage tax could mean higher costs for citizens

Cypriot citizens may soon face higher waste disposal costs as a new bill proposes an additional municipal waste landfill tax, adding financial pressure on households already grappling with rising living expenses....

High-rise towers to replace historic KEAN factory in Limassol

Bundle up, ya chilly sun-lovers!

Alright, Cyprus, winter has decided to make a grand entrance just when we were all hoping for an early spring. Expect a mix of clouds, rain, and snow, plus a solid dose of "why is it this cold?" moments....

Police say drug testing at stadiums is impractical

The President of the Cyprus Police Association, Giorgos Georgiou, analyzed the difficulties in implementing drug and alcohol tests at stadiums in light of the government’s new bills aimed at tackling violence....

Woman thrives after groundbreaking pig kidney transplant

Towana Looney, a 53-year-old Alabama resident, is enjoying a new lease on life after receiving a gene-edited pig kidney in a groundbreaking transplant at NYU Langone Health last month....

State of emergency declared for Santorini

A state of emergency was declared on Santorini on Thursday amid intense and ongoing seismic activity....

Cyprus unemployment drops 10.6% in a year

The number of unemployed people in Cyprus saw a significant drop in January 2025, with official figures showing a 10.6% decrease compared to the same time last year....

Huge €380 million development planned by Metropolitan of Limassol

A bold €380 million development project in the Municipality of Amathus and the nearby Agios Athanasios district is set to transform the area, as revealed by the environmental study recently submitted by the Metropolis of Limassol....

Trump signs order banning transgender women from women's sports

In a controversial move that’s stirring up strong opinions across the country, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday to ban transgender women from competing in women’s sports. ...

Simon Aykut allegedly threatened President Christodoulides

Simon Aykut, an Israeli property developer and founder of the controversial Afik Group, is awaiting trial in Cyprus, facing serious accusations that he threatened the country’s president, Nicos Christodoulides. ...

Over 6,400 earthquakes shake Santorini, sparking mass exodus

Santorini, one of Greece’s most beloved tourist destinations, has been left eerily quiet. The usually bustling island, famous for its stunning caldera views and whitewashed houses, has emptied as thousands of residents, workers, and visitors flee a relentless earthquake swarm shaking the region....

Illegal tobacco stash found in daycare nursery

Authorities in Cyprus have made a series of eyebrow-raising discoveries in recent days, seizing large quantities of untaxed tobacco—one of which was found in an unexpected and highly unusual location: a daycare nursery....

Winter wonderland in Troodos after a fresh blanket of snow

If you woke up this morning, glanced at the mountains, and thought, "Did I teleport to Switzerland overnight?"—you’re not alone! ...

Alexandroupolis and Cyprus in Ankara's ''crosshairs''

From the upgrading of Alexandroupolis as a naval base to the military support of Cyprus, the strategic rearrangement of the region raises serious questions about the future security balances in the Mediterranean and the Balkans....

Weed wipeout as authorities seize 1,450 cannabis products

More than 1,450 cannabis-based products were seized by police in 2024 and January 2025....

Adoption legislation modernised with a new bill

A bill modernising adoption legislation was approved by the Council of Ministers on Wednesday....

Limnes migrant centre in Larnaca to be completed by year-end (photos)

The new Limnes Accommodation Centre, designed to house applicants for international protection and those awaiting repatriation, is set to be completed by the end of 2023. ...

Car distributors exploiting drivers with fees on airbag recalls

Lawmakers are taking aim at two car distributors accused of charging administrative fees for replacing recalled airbags, calling the practice ''obscene'' and ''exploitative.''...

Greek Defense Minister Dendias in Cyprus to strengthen military ties

Greece’s Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, is in Cyprus on Wednesday for a series of high-level meetings, including talks with President Nikos Christodoulides and his Cypriot counterpart, Vasilis Palmas....

€8 million and counting as Crete-Cyprus interconnector delays pile up

The long-awaited electricity interconnection between Crete and Cyprus is facing mounting financial pressure, with delays already adding at least €8 million in extra costs....

Homeless man fined for breaking into Larnaca social services office

A 25-year-old homeless man who broke into a Social Services office in Larnaca to find shelter was fined €300 after pleading guilty to unlawful entry and malicious damage....

Over 10,000 flee Santorini as constant earthquakes shake the island

More than 10,000 people have fled the Greek island of Santorini by late Tuesday, shaken by a continuous series of earthquakes that have been striking since the weekend....

Nicosia's new square from above (video)

Coming soon this February!...

Hump day showers brings a midweek refresh

For those unfamiliar, ''Hump Day'' just means it's Wednesday—we're halfway to the weekend! And just in time, the rain gods have remembered Cyprus exists....

Trump wants US to ‘take over’ and ‘own’ Gaza in shocking proposal

In a stunning policy shift, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a plan for the United States to ''take over'' and ''own'' Gaza, proposing a redevelopment initiative that he claims would turn the war-torn enclave into the ''Riviera of the Middle East.''...

EU warns of strong response to possible US tariffs

The European Union has expressed deep concern over potential US trade measures, cautioning that any tariffs imposed on European goods would trigger a firm response....

Bakoyannis: ''Cyprus has what it takes to be a year-round tourist spot''

Former Athens mayor Costas Bakoyannis recently shared his views on how Cyprus can become a full-time tourist destination. In an interview with Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou,...

A hidden Titian masterpiece comes to light in Limassol

The fusion of artistic brilliance and scientific innovation took center stage at the unveiling of the exhibition “Revealing the Unseen: A Hidden Titian Masterpiece”....

Over 50 tonnes of humanitarian aid ready for Gaza from Limassol port

Over 50 tonnes of crucial humanitarian aid are now sitting at the port of Limassol, ready to be shipped to the people of Gaza. The aid, sent by the Order of Malta, is slated to head for Ashdod port in Israel, where it will be distributed to those in need....