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08 June, 2026
 

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Schengen membership, but how?

Schengen membership, but how?

On January 15, 2026, President Nikos Christodoulides said that ''a huge effort is underway, and by the end of 2025 we will have completed everything, with the aim that in 2026 the Republic of Cyprus will join the Schengen Area.''...

Lidl Cyprus renews its commitment to the environment: Responsibility grows, actions multiply

Lidl Cyprus renews its commitment to the environment: Responsibility grows, actions multiply

With a consistency that characterizes its sustainability strategy, Lidl Cyprus continues to implement actions with a substantial impact, renewing its commitment to the environment and society. This year, the company's successful campaign, with its timeless message "The greater you are, the greater your responsibility" returns to highlight the steady progress and new, enhanced results of its initiatives....

We Grow Together – Inauguration Ceremony of PASCAL Lemesos Main Campus

We Grow Together – Inauguration Ceremony of PASCAL Lemesos Main Campus

PASCAL International Education proudly celebrated the official inauguration of the new state-of-the-art PASCAL Lemesos Main Campus on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, under the distinguished auspices of the President of the Republic of Cyprus, His Excellency Nikos Christodoulides....

Free breakfast for 3,600 kindergarten children in Cyprus

Free breakfast for 3,600 kindergarten children in Cyprus

More than 3,600 kindergarten children in Cyprus are now receiving free breakfast at public schools in Larnaca and free Famagusta, under a new pilot program launched by the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth....

''Study harder'' or ''your future depends on this'': the pressure students feel in Cyprus

''Study harder'' or ''your future depends on this'': the pressure students feel in Cyprus

We’ve all heard phrases like ''just study'' or ''your future depends on this'' from parents or teachers at some point in our lives. But how helpful are these words really? ...

Building a home in Cyprus is getting more expensive

Building a home in Cyprus is getting more expensive

Building a home in Cyprus has become noticeably more expensive over the past year, with construction material costs rising sharply and adding fresh pressure on property prices across the island....

Holiday rental prices in Cyprus rise as summer demand peaks

Holiday rental prices in Cyprus rise as summer demand peaks

Cyprus’ short-term rental market is showing strong performance, with demand peaking this July and prices surging during the summer season....

Hamas arrests in Cyprus raise security and tourism concerns

Hamas arrests in Cyprus raise security and tourism concerns

Information surrounding the recent arrests of two Palestinians by Cypriot police is emerging only in dribs and drabs, with authorities revealing very little about the case....

Monday weather: A warm start to the week

Monday weather: A warm start to the week

Today will begin largely fine, but increasing cloud after midday could trigger isolated showers or thunderstorms over the mountains and possibly inland areas. A weak low-pressure system is currently affecting the region, bringing a slight chance of some afternoon drama in the form of isolated showers or thunderstorms. ...

Drivers urged to slow down to curb wildlife deaths on Cyprus roads

Drivers urged to slow down to curb wildlife deaths on Cyprus roads

Authorities are calling on motorists to take extra care on rural roads as vehicle collisions continue to pose a risk to wildlife across Cyprus, particularly during a period when many animals are more active in search of food, water and breeding grounds....

Europe’s earliest sunrise spot gets a new attraction in Protaras

Europe’s earliest sunrise spot gets a new attraction in Protaras

A newly installed landmark in Protaras is drawing attention to one of Cyprus’ most distinctive coastal viewpoints, where visitors can watch what is promoted as Europe’s first sunrise....

Cyprus arrests lead to Hamas suspect's capture in Crete

Cyprus arrests lead to Hamas suspect's capture in Crete

The 37-year-old man confessed that he is a member of Hamas, that he had contact with the suspects arrested in Cyprus, and that they intended to carry out a large-scale attack against Israeli-linked targets....

''Cyprus and Qatar share the same goal: Stability''

''Cyprus and Qatar share the same goal: Stability''

Diplomats are often judged not only by the positions they represent but also by their willingness to engage with the people and communities around them. Since arriving in Cyprus for his first posting on the island, Qatar’s ambassador, H.E. Yousef Sultan Laram, has made a noticeable effort to do just that, building connections, participating in some community events, and remaining accessible whenever possible. ...

Larnaca launches water-saving drive as Cyprus targets self-sufficiency by 2050

Larnaca launches water-saving drive as Cyprus targets self-sufficiency by 2050

Cyprus is pushing for lower household water use as part of a long-term effort to strengthen the island’s water security, with authorities encouraging residents to cut daily consumption and adopt more efficient habits ahead of the peak summer season....

Cyprus facing legal action over missing aviation fuel penalty rules

Cyprus facing legal action over missing aviation fuel penalty rules

Cyprus is among 13 European Union countries facing legal action from the European Commission for failing to introduce national penalties required under EU aviation fuel legislation designed to encourage the use of cleaner fuels....

Traffic-monitoring drones to take flight over Cyprus motorways

Traffic-monitoring drones to take flight over Cyprus motorways

The Department of Public Works has announced a traffic monitoring program that will use drones to gather data along several major motorways in Cyprus over an 11-day period this month....

Heating and cooling account for 70% of household energy use in Cyprus

Heating and cooling account for 70% of household energy use in Cyprus

Heating and cooling make up around 70 per cent of household energy use in Cyprus, according to a report released on Thursday by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), which examined heat pump markets across European Union member states....

Police trainee arrested in Nicosia over suspected anabolic substances

Police trainee arrested in Nicosia over suspected anabolic substances

A 30-year-old police probationer in Cyprus has been arrested in connection with an investigation into the alleged illegal possession of anabolic substances, authorities said....

Is nuclear power back on the table for Cyprus’ energy future?

Is nuclear power back on the table for Cyprus’ energy future?

Speaking from the Green Agenda conference stage, former Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority chairman Andreas Poullikkas outlined the potential for Cyprus to join a growing group of countries exploring small modular reactors (SMRs) as part of their future energy mix....

Günther Groissböck and Nelson Calzi Bring Operatic Grandeur to Minthis

Günther Groissböck and Nelson Calzi Bring Operatic Grandeur to Minthis

The Minthis Music Festival 2026 continues on 11 July with a distinguished lyrical evening, featuring internationally celebrated Austrian bass Günther Groissböck, in collaboration with renowned La Scala pianist Nelson Calzi....

Dams twice as full as last year, but officials warn it’s no time to relax

Dams twice as full as last year, but officials warn it’s no time to relax

Cyprus’ reservoirs are in much better shape than last year, with water levels now more than double what they were at the same time in 2025, but officials are still warning that the island is far from out of the woods....

Greek shipowners turn to Cyprus flag as registry gains momentum

Greek shipowners turn to Cyprus flag as registry gains momentum

More Greek-owned ships are choosing to sail under the Cyprus flag, in a growing trend that Cypriot officials say is strengthening the island’s already significant role in global shipping....

World Cup 2026: “All matches lead to ALPHAMEGA”

World Cup 2026: “All matches lead to ALPHAMEGA”

The world’s biggest football event is back and ready to captivate billions of fans across the globe. And since every great match needs the perfect teammates, Alphamega Hypermarkets are kicking off the World Cup with a packed schedule of offers, prizes and surprises designed to keep the fun score climbing....

Nicosia streets get a makeover that tells their hidden stories

Nicosia streets get a makeover that tells their hidden stories

Walking through the old streets of Nicosia is about to feel a little different and a bit more meaningful....

Court dismisses appeal, keeps man in jail over rape and sexual assault case

Court dismisses appeal, keeps man in jail over rape and sexual assault case

A man accused of raping a woman with a mental disability, along with a series of other serious sexual offenses, will remain in custody after Cyprus’ Court of Appeal rejected his request to be released ahead of trial....

Six defendants plead not guilty in Limassol businessman murder case

Six defendants plead not guilty in Limassol businessman murder case

Six people accused of involvement in the killing of Limassol businessman Stavros Demosthenous have pleaded not guilty to all charges, as the high-profile murder case moves into its next stage in court....

Cyprus-based brokerage boosts its financial safety under regulator pressure

Cyprus-based brokerage boosts its financial safety under regulator pressure

A Limassol-based brokerage firm has updated its financial disclosures to Cyprus regulators in a move aimed at strengthening its resilience against market volatility and meeting stricter EU financial rules....

Evgenii Tiapkin: ‘There is no equivalent to the Freedom ecosystem in the EU’

Evgenii Tiapkin: ‘There is no equivalent to the Freedom ecosystem in the EU’

Last Wednesday, 3 June, the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, arrived in Kazakhstan at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, accompanied by a delegation of officials and representatives of the national business community. The heads of state held bilateral talks. The talks then continued in an expanded format with the participation of delegations from both countries, and a bilateral business forum was held on the same day. ...

EU pushes to tighten visa rules for Russian tourists

EU pushes to tighten visa rules for Russian tourists

Ten European Union member states are calling for a tougher visa regime for Russian citizens, urging the European Commission to consider new legislative measures to restrict tourist travel from Russia into the Schengen area....

Cyprus Airways Appoints Andrea Pirlo as Brand Ambassador

Cyprus Airways Appoints Andrea Pirlo as Brand Ambassador

Cyprus Airways announces its cooperation with Andrea Pirlo, an internationally recognised football player and coach, as the airline’s new official brand ambassador....

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