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Greek Economy Minister becomes Eurogroup president

Greek Economy Minister becomes Eurogroup president

Greece’s Economy Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis was unanimously elected president of the Eurogroup Thursday, a high-profile achievement that signals Greece’s return as a leader in European economic policy....

Drug users in Cyprus to gain right to immediate treatment, not punishment

Drug users in Cyprus to gain right to immediate treatment, not punishment

The Cypriot Parliament has unanimously approved a resolution guaranteeing the right of people struggling with drug or substance addiction to immediate access to treatment, signaling a shift toward treating addiction as a health issue rather than a criminal matter....

Mobile speed cameras could soon be hard to miss

Mobile speed cameras could soon be hard to miss

A new bill submitted to Parliament would require all vehicles carrying mobile speed cameras to display a visible light on their roofs while in operation, lawmakers said Thursday....

Organized criminal network behind Oncology Center hack

Organized criminal network behind Oncology Center hack

The Bank of Cyprus Oncology Center has suffered a cyberattack that resulted in the unauthorized access and theft of personal data, the country’s Personal Data Protection Authority said Thursday....

First Cyprus visit in 22 years by a Moldovan president

First Cyprus visit in 22 years by a Moldovan president

Moldova’s President Maia Sandu arrived in Cyprus on Thursday for a historic visit, the first by a Moldovan head of state in 22 years. ...

Erhurman reports breakthroughs on halloumi, roadblocks

Erhurman reports breakthroughs on halloumi, roadblocks

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said Thursday that the two sides managed to move forward on a handful of practical issues, most notably halloumi and the management of crossing points, after a long trilateral meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides and the UN envoy....

UN envoy brings leaders together for first trilateral since 2018

UN envoy brings leaders together for first trilateral since 2018

December 11th turned out to be a surprisingly good day for the Cyprus issue, the kind of day diplomats quietly hope for but rarely get. ...

Friday sunshine (mostly) returns to Cyprus

Friday sunshine (mostly) returns to Cyprus

A weak low-pressure system is lingering, but don’t worry, it’s far too polite to ruin your Friday plans....

Debt surge ahead: Can the Eurozone outgrow its risks?

Debt surge ahead: Can the Eurozone outgrow its risks?

The Eurozone is entering a phase of rising investments, public debt, and real interest rates. In this challenging environment, economic growth is essential to maintain balance. ...

Union rejects Ministry’s evaluation bill, launches work stoppage December 18

Union rejects Ministry’s evaluation bill, launches work stoppage December 18

Members of the Cyprus Teachers’ Organization (POED) will stage a work stoppage on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in protest of a proposed bill on teacher evaluations...

Top pensions for retirees with dependents reach over €3,000

Top pensions for retirees with dependents reach over €3,000

In Cyprus, pension amounts vary significantly depending on the type of pension and whether the recipient has dependents....

Turkish social media users mock 1996 killing of Cypriot symbol of resistance

Turkish social media users mock 1996 killing of Cypriot symbol of resistance

A wave of provocative social media posts from Turkish accounts has drawn attention in recent days, following the circulation of a video depicting the 1996 killing of Cypriot hero Solomos Solomou....

Teen collapses outside Paphos school after suspected drug-related vaping

Teen collapses outside Paphos school after suspected drug-related vaping

A 16-year-old boy was rushed to Paphos General Hospital on Wednesday afternoon after collapsing outside a local school....

Ambulance trapped at red light as drivers freeze over camera fines (VIDEO)

Ambulance trapped at red light as drivers freeze over camera fines (VIDEO)

A new incident involving an ambulance caught in traffic shows how Cyprus’ photo-enforcement system affects emergency response....

Lidl Cyprus inaugurated a new store in Agios Dometios with an investment of €11 million

Lidl Cyprus inaugurated a new store in Agios Dometios with an investment of €11 million

Lidl Cyprus continues its dynamic growth with a new, fully upgraded store at 51 Kyriakou Matsi Avenue in Agios Dometios, ready to welcome consumers from the wider Nicosia area with high-quality products, unbeatable prices, consistent availability, and an upgraded customer experience....

Hackers hit Bank of Cyprus Oncology Center, steal patient data

Hackers hit Bank of Cyprus Oncology Center, steal patient data

The Bank of Cyprus Oncology Center has reported a serious data breach after hackers stole sensitive patient and employee information and then threatened to leak it publicly, the center announced Thursday....

EU tries a new strategy: Curb irregular migration by expanding regular migration

EU tries a new strategy: Curb irregular migration by expanding regular migration

The EU is taking a new swing at its long-standing migration problem, not by tightening the borders, but by opening more legal doors....

Epic Street Fest Xmas Edition 2025 unveiled

Epic Street Fest Xmas Edition 2025 unveiled

Epic presents the EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2025, the most EPIC Christmas street festival of the year!...

Larnaca named European Capital of Culture for 2030

Larnaca named European Capital of Culture for 2030

Larnaca will take the spotlight as the European Capital of Culture in 2030, the Deputy Ministry of Culture announced Thursday. ...

Wizz Air Launches Four New London-Greece Routes

Wizz Air Launches Four New London-Greece Routes

Wizz Air announces the launch of four new routes from London Luton Airport to Greece, expanding its network ahead of the 2026 summer season....

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) once again fueled the energy at this year’s Boyz Stuff Show

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) once again fueled the energy at this year’s Boyz Stuff Show

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee), successfully sponsored and participated for the second consecutive year in the Boyz Stuff Show 2025, ...

With an investment of over 1 million euros, Lidl Cyprus brings the Self Check-Out experience to all its stores

With an investment of over 1 million euros, Lidl Cyprus brings the Self Check-Out experience to all its stores

Lidl Cyprus has successfully completed the installation of Self Check-Out cash registers in all its stores, marking a new era in its customer service experience. ...

Bank of Cyprus: ''Best Foreign Exchange Bank in Cyprus'' by Global Finance

Bank of Cyprus: ''Best Foreign Exchange Bank in Cyprus'' by Global Finance

The Bank of Cyprus has received another important international distinction, being named ''Best Foreign Exchange Bank in Cyprus'' at the annual Gordon Platt Foreign Exchange Awards – World’s Best Foreign Exchange Banks organized by the prestigious magazine Global Finance....

bbf: celebrates spectacular ArtCargo finale at the iconic KEAN Factory

bbf: celebrates spectacular ArtCargo finale at the iconic KEAN Factory

The first-ever ArtCargo Performing Arts Festival recently concluded successfully after two vibrant weeks in Limassol. As the festival’s general partner and main sponsor,...

Flights from occupied Tymbou airport pose no danger to Nicosia residents

Flights from occupied Tymbou airport pose no danger to Nicosia residents

The Civil Aviation Authority is urging Nicosia residents not to worry about recent sightings of civilian aircraft flying over the city, following takeoffs from the illegal Tymbou airport in the occupied areas of the island....

Nicosia crossing set for major upgrade thanks to the EU

Nicosia crossing set for major upgrade thanks to the EU

The European Union is funding an expansion of the Agios Dometios Crossing Point, one of the busiest border crossings in Nicosia, aiming to make travel smoother and safer for both vehicles and pedestrians....

US to demand five years of social media history from tourists

US to demand five years of social media history from tourists

Visitors from dozens of countries, including Greece, who travel to the United States under the visa-free program may soon face new entry requirements: authorities could ask them to provide their social media history for the past five years....

When the prison becomes the crime headquarters

When the prison becomes the crime headquarters

Cyprus’ Central Prisons have spent the past few years under a harsh spotlight, not because of what happens inside a normal correctional facility, but because of a string of security failures, leaked classified files, and inmate deaths that have pushed the system to its breaking point....

Byron performs his grand finale in Thursday's forecast

Byron performs his grand finale in Thursday's forecast

It appears our dramatic houseguest, the low-pressure system BYRON, is preparing for his final bow....

Larnaca firm scammed out of €111,370 in sophisticated online fraud

Larnaca firm scammed out of €111,370 in sophisticated online fraud

A Larnaca-based firm has fallen victim to an online fraud scheme, resulting in a financial loss of €111,370, authorities confirmed....

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