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Greek Defense Minister Dendias in Cyprus to strengthen military ties

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

€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

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

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)

Nicosia's new square from above (video)

Coming soon this February!...

Hump day showers brings a midweek refresh

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

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

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''

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

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 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....

Tesla recalls cars in Cyprus over faulty Takata airbags

Tesla recalls cars in Cyprus over faulty Takata airbags

Tesla has issued a recall for 26 vehicles in Cyprus due to faulty Takata airbags, raising concerns for local owners of the electric car brand....

Cyprus ends gas exploration in blocks 2, 3, and 9 after unsuccessful results

Cyprus ends gas exploration in blocks 2, 3, and 9 after unsuccessful results

The exploitation licences in blocks 2, 3 and 9 of the Cyprus Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) have expired and have not been renewed, as the exploration did not show exploitable natural gas deposits, Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry George Papanastasiou confirmed to the Cyprus News Agency (CYPE)....

No public health risk from animal farm, says Veterinary Services

No public health risk from animal farm, says Veterinary Services

The Veterinary Services in Cyprus have clarified that they have not received any complaints about a specific livestock farm, despite claims made by the Movement of Ecologists - Citizens' Cooperation on February 1. ...

Cancer a leading cause of death in Cyprus

Cancer a leading cause of death in Cyprus

Cancer remains the second most common cause of death in Cyprus, with an average of around 4,000 new cases and 1,560 deaths each year over the past five years, according to the latest data shared by the Oncology Nursing Section of the Cyprus Nurses and Midwives Association....

Tragic irony as father of crash victim receives recall notice for fatal vehicle

Tragic irony as father of crash victim receives recall notice for fatal vehicle

The father of 19-year-old Styliani Giorgallis, who lost her life in a car accident last October, was devastated to receive a recall notice for the very vehicle in which she died—months after the crash....

Europe at a crossroads: Act now or fade into irrelevance

Europe at a crossroads: Act now or fade into irrelevance

Cyprus MP Michalis Sophocleous has laid out a stark and urgent vision for the European Union’s future. His recent statement on X is not just a policy wishlist—it’s a call for Europe to wake up before it becomes a relic of the past....

New evidence and key testimony in 'Golden Passports' case

New evidence and key testimony in 'Golden Passports' case

The trial linked to Cyprus' controversial naturalization scheme took a turn on Monday as new photographic and video evidence was introduced in court, while a police sergeant confirmed that an earlier investigation into leaked documents had been closed....

Trump seeks approval for $1 billion arms sale to Israel

Trump seeks approval for $1 billion arms sale to Israel

The Trump administration has formally asked Congress to approve a $1 billion arms package for Israel, including thousands of bombs and heavy-duty engineering equipment, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal on Monday....

Nick Kounoupias, Global Head of IP for Michael Kyprianou Law Firm Appointed to Cyprus AI Taskforce

Nick Kounoupias, Global Head of IP for Michael Kyprianou Law Firm Appointed to Cyprus AI Taskforce

We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Nick Kounoupias, Global Head of Intellectual Property at Michael Kyprianou LLC, has been appointed by the Cyprus Council of Ministers to the Cyprus AI Taskforce as approved by the Council of Ministers....

Cyprus Airways Introduces Direct Flights To Venice

Cyprus Airways Introduces Direct Flights To Venice

Cyprus Airways announces the launch of a new seasonal route connecting Larnaca to Venice, commencing May 30 and running through September 29, 2025, with enticing fares starting at just €86 one way. ...

Old GSP redevelopment nears completion, set to transform Nicosia’s historic centre

Old GSP redevelopment nears completion, set to transform Nicosia’s historic centre

The long-anticipated redevelopment of the old GSP stadium in the heart of Nicosia is set to be handed over to the public this month, marking a major step in the revitalization of the capital’s historic centre....

Thousands flee Santorini as earthquakes continue

Thousands flee Santorini as earthquakes continue

Santorini, usually bustling with life, is now a place of anxiety and uncertainty. As the Cyclades continue to be shaken by relentless seismic activity, thousands of residents and visitors have made the difficult decision to leave the island—at least for now....

Organs of abused child donated after tragic death

Organs of abused child donated after tragic death

Early Tuesday morning, doctors at Pagni Hospital in Heraklion completed the organ retrieval procedure for little Angelos, the boy who was declared brain dead after suffering severe abuse at the hands of his mother and her partner....

And just like that...winter is back!

And just like that...winter is back!

After a brief taste of spring, Mother Nature has decided she’s not done with the cold just yet. Today starts off nice and calm—mostly clear skies with just a few clouds hanging around, probably deciding whether they want to stay....

Private kindergarten teachers oppose extended hours

Private kindergarten teachers oppose extended hours

Extending the operating hours of private kindergartens will negatively impact teachers....

Cyprus recognized as a global leader in childhood cancer care

Cyprus recognized as a global leader in childhood cancer care

Cyprus is gaining international recognition as a vital hub for humanitarian and medical aid in the fight against childhood cancer....

Hunters meet with Justice Minister to discuss anti-poaching efforts

Hunters meet with Justice Minister to discuss anti-poaching efforts

The fight against poaching was the central topic of a meeting Monday between the Hunting Federation and the Minister of Justice....

Cyprus ramps up efforts against illegal antiquities trafficking

Cyprus ramps up efforts against illegal antiquities trafficking

Cyprus is intensifying its efforts to combat the illegal excavation, trafficking, and sale of its antiquities, especially in the Turkish-occupied territories....

276 cars ordered off Cyprus roads over airbag and brake defects

276 cars ordered off Cyprus roads over airbag and brake defects

Hundreds of vehicles in Cyprus are being taken off the roads immediately due to serious safety concerns linked to faulty airbags and braking systems. ...

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