Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, urged the poor of France to eat cake because they had no bread. And every now and then, some of the Government’s housing schemes make me quietly whisper “cake” to myself and smile....
Narcissists are pathological liars who deceive you, make you question your sanity and slowly destroy you. Here is a list of the four most common lies narcissists tell:...
Police officers accompanying detainees to public hospitals could spend hours waiting for medical examinations, prompting plans for dedicated spaces and faster processing as part of a new package of measures agreed by the Justice and Health ministries....
The University of Limassol has strengthened its international academic network through a new partnership with Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU), India, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two institutions.
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A powerful early-morning explosion brought down a residential building in Athens’ historic Plaka district on Friday, leaving rescue crews searching through a tangled mass of concrete, metal and shattered balconies for anyone who may be trapped....
The weekend has arrived, and Cyprus is offering a rather convincing argument for leaving the sofa behind. There is something for every kind of weekend warrior....
Cyprus and Saudi Arabia are expanding their cooperation in an area that rarely makes the front pages but quietly shapes how countries work together: the training of their diplomats....
Smoking in a vehicle carrying anyone under the age of 18 can result in a €300 fine in Cyprus, whether the person smoking is the driver or a passenger....
Aphrodite and King David may sound like unlikely travelling companions. One belongs to the mythology and shores of Cyprus; the other to the history and faith of the Jewish people....
The meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, focused on efforts to break the deadlock in the Cyprus talks, ended shortly after 6:30 p.m. Thursday....
Turkish media have stepped up their rhetoric over plans for an undersea electricity cable linking Greece, Cyprus and Israel, following statements from Türkiye’s Defence Ministry about activities in maritime areas claimed by Ankara....
A weak low-pressure system is hanging around Cyprus, but for now, the island is keeping things mostly sunny before a wetter spell arrives from Sunday....
Cyprus plans to tighten its “golden visa” programme before joining the Schengen Area, Deputy Minister of Migration Nicholas Ioannides told MPs on Thursday....
A balcony collapse at a 56-apartment building in Limassol on Thursday has forced residents from their homes, bringing renewed attention to the safety of ageing properties in a city where around 1,100 buildings are registered as potentially dangerous....
The state must ensure that deaf and hard-of-hearing people can receive emergency warnings and contact public authorities effectively, according to a report by Ombudsman and Human Rights Commissioner Maria Stylianou-Lottides....
One in three people in Cyprus faces a risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, while one in five is at risk of dying prematurely from a cardiovascular condition, according to figures presented ahead of World Heart Day....
Artists who worked at a cultural event organised by the Limassol Municipality have reportedly been waiting for their payment for almost three months, according to actor Yolanda Christodoulou, who has publicly called for an explanation....
Buying a home in Cyprus became considerably more expensive over the past year, with residential property prices rising 8.5% in the second quarter of 2026....
A reported U.S. plan to halt diesel exports for 90 days has alarmed Brussels and could eventually be felt far beyond the negotiating rooms—including at petrol stations and supermarket checkouts in Cyprus....
The Macallan introduces The Tree Of Life Collection, featuring two extraordinary, limited – edition single Malt Scotch Whiskies inspired by the artistry, vision and enduring influence of renowned Scottish artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
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Cyprus is expected to record a budget surplus for a third consecutive year in 2027, while public debt continues to fall, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos told lawmakers Thursday....
The U.S. Embassy in Cyprus hosted a reception Wednesday evening to welcome its new Public Affairs Officer, Kahina Robinson, bringing diplomats, media representatives, and other guests together at the Center for Visual Arts and Research in old Nicosia....
Poachers in Cyprus are estimated to make more than €10 million in profits each year. Both the enormous sums involved and the cases presented before the House Environment Committee suggest that existing penalties are failing to act as an effective deterrent....
President Nikos Christodoulides used the world’s biggest diplomatic stage Wednesday to confront Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan directly, accusing Ankara of speaking about international law while doing the opposite in Cyprus....
Lidl Cyprus continues to invest in its people by creating opportunities for professional growth as well as continuously enhancing their skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the training programme for the first cohort of Store Co-Managers has been materialised, with 22 members of the #teamlidl now ready to assume their new duties across Lidl Cyprus stores.
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For residents of eight communities west of Nicosia, the asphalt plant dispute is not simply about where an industrial facility should be placed on a map. It is about the air their families will breathe every day....
Averof essentially announced his candidacy for 2028 yesterday. Of course, he said he would run only if this week’s news from New York turns out to be dark and gloomy....