Patrick Stewart, the distinguished British actor whose career spanned classical theatre, science fiction and superhero cinema, has died at the age of 86....
Cancer overtook cardiovascular disease as the leading cause of death in Cyprus for the first time in 2024, according to Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides....
The Ministry of Justice has challenged interpretations of a reported 27% increase in serious crime, arguing that the figure reflects the discovery of previously undetected offences rather than a rise in criminal activity....
Cyprus’s main nursing unions have called for proposed changes to the rules governing the recruitment of nurses from third countries to be halted, arguing that staffing shortages should be addressed through better employment conditions and recruitment of local professionals....
Who says you have to give up carbs to lose body fat? The truth is, you don't need to cut them out of your diet. By choosing the right foods, you can enjoy a steady source of energy, stay full longer, and support your fat-loss goals....
Cyprus-China bilateral trade reached $1.44 billion in 2025, rising by 26% as both countries seek to expand cooperation in investment, technology, tourism and renewable energy. The Cyprus-China Cooperation and Entrepreneurship Forum in Nicosia brought together business leaders and local officials to explore new commercial partnerships....
Discover Vin 36 in Tsada, a cosy wine bar created by two brothers, offering Cypriot and international wines, cocktails and generous sharing platters in a traditional village setting. Find out more about the venue, its atmosphere and opening hours through WIZ Guide....
Residents of Pentakomo have experienced a marked reduction in foul odours from the local waste management facility in recent months, following changes to how rubbish is handled. However, significant technical and operational problems remain, with a major upgrade expected to take several years to complete....
Giorgos Pamboridis outlined his vision and policy platform today at his first news conference since formally entering the race for Democratic Rally’s nomination for the 2028 presidential election....
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is visiting Cyprus for talks on Gaza, regional developments and the island’s role in getting humanitarian supplies to people in need....
Rain swept across Cyprus on Thursday, bringing a soaking to some neighborhoods and lighter showers to others, while strong winds caused damage and kept emergency crews busy....
Christine Lagarde will step down as European Central Bank president on Feb. 7, 2027, leaving months before her term ends and setting off the search for a successor at the helm of the eurozone’s central bank....
Between armed conflicts, geopolitical developments, a prolonged energy crisis and constant shifts in the global economy, running a business in Cyprus is becoming increasingly difficult....
Larnaca, October 2026, Marinakis Property Developers has received two distinctions at the European Property Awards 2026–2027, with Marigate Larnaca and Sun Valley recognised in their respective residential development categories.
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U.N. envoy Maria Angela Holguin is expected in Cyprus on Thursday as President Nikos Christodoulides presses for progress on Varosha, the fenced-off quarter of Famagusta, as a first step toward a settlement of the island’s decades-old division....
The agreement to acquire a second offshore patrol vessel is simply the implementation of the original plan to strengthen the National Guard’s Naval Command with modern surface vessels....
Israel’s election has left neither main political bloc with enough seats to govern, setting up difficult coalition negotiations in a country whose security decisions carry consequences for nearby Cyprus....
A yellow thunderstorm warning is in force across Cyprus until 17:00, with heavy downpours, likely hail and wind gusts of up to 8 Beaufort expected. Conditions should gradually ease, bringing a calmer outlook for Friday and the weekend....
Phivos Mastridis, one of Nicosia’s last traditional fabric merchants, has run his shop in the old city since 1982, offering a wide selection of fabrics, colors and cashmere. As more people turn to ready-made clothing, he hopes to preserve the personal service, quality and variety that make his craft unique....
Three academics at Neapolis University Pafos have been included in the 2026 edition of the World’s Top 2% Scientists list, with their research recognised across computer science, educational psychology and energy-efficient architecture....
From schoolchildren marching through Nicosia to students spelling out ''OXI'' in flames in Tillyria, Cyprus marked Ochi Day on Wednesday with parades, church services and tributes to those who fought in World War II....
At least 30 people were killed and 80 injured when two high-speed trains collided in central Spain on Wednesday, with authorities warning that the casualty figures could rise....
The disruption to Revolut services caused by a Google Cloud failure on October 20 has drawn attention to the reliance of everyday banking on external technology providers and the challenges financial institutions face when essential digital systems become unavailable....
Israeli voters delivered a record turnout on Tuesday but left the country’s next government hanging in the balance, with neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing alliance nor the main opposition camp projected to secure a parliamentary majority....
Police have arrested four men aged 19, 22 and 23 in connection with an investigation into the alleged facilitation of illegal entry and movement of migrants in the Republic of Cyprus....
The Cyprus Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning, valid from 02:00 until 18:00 today. Since we're publishing at 07:30, that warning is already in force. Isolated heavy thunderstorms are expected to affect the western half of the island initially, spreading to other areas after midday. Rainfall rates could reach 35 to 55 millimetres per hour, hail is likely, and wind gusts in thunderstorms could reach 7 to 8 Beaufort....
Nikos Christodoulides' 19 proposals were presented as a chance to revive the Cyprus peace process, but questions remain over their substance and diplomatic impact. The real test is not whether the President appears to be taking action, but whether his initiatives bring the island closer to renewed negotiations....
