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25 June, 2025
 

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New protest bill sparks backlash over stricter regulations

New protest bill sparks backlash over stricter regulations

The way protests and rallies are conducted in Cyprus is set to change drastically under the proposed Public Assemblies and Parades Law of 2025, which was submitted on Monday to the House Legal Affairs Committee....

Marios Georgiou crowned Europe’s Best Male Gymnast of 2024

Marios Georgiou crowned Europe’s Best Male Gymnast of 2024

Marios Georgiou has once again made Cyprus proud, winning the Male Gymnast of the Year title in a vote organized by European Gymnastics. The Cypriot gymnastics star secured an impressive 26,260 votes (50.6%), topping the poll after six days of voting....

Fintech giants eye Cyprus' small banks in race for European banking licenses

Fintech giants eye Cyprus' small banks in race for European banking licenses

Cyprus’ small banks have become prime targets for global fintech companies and financial institutions, with potential acquisitions aimed at securing a European banking license. ...

Two men found dead in Limassol office building

Two men found dead in Limassol office building

Two men were found dead in their beds inside an office building in the Episkopi area of Limassol on Wednesday morning, with initial police findings suggesting they succumbed to carbon monoxide poisoning from a charcoal fire they lit to keep warm....

Larnaca’s landmark ‘Land of Tomorrow’ project set to break ground

Larnaca’s landmark ‘Land of Tomorrow’ project set to break ground

Larnaca’s waterfront is set for a major transformation, as construction on the ambitious Land of Tomorrow project is set to begin in the coming months, with a total investment exceeding €800 million....

A grain of hope: Varosha ''Mayor'' brings sand to honor refugee's final resting place

A grain of hope: Varosha ''Mayor'' brings sand to honor refugee's final resting place

The funeral of Pieris Pieri, a respected mathematician and deputy principal of the First Gymnasium of Famagusta, became a powerful moment of bicommunal unity....

Private company constructs power plant in Mari without permits

Private company constructs power plant in Mari without permits

A private company has built key infrastructure to support the operation of a privately owned power plant in Mari without obtaining the necessary permits, according to a special report by the Audit Office....

Cyprus among EU countries lagging in gender budgeting initiatives

Cyprus among EU countries lagging in gender budgeting initiatives

Cyprus stands out as one of only three European Union (EU) member states currently lacking a gender budgeting framework, alongside Estonia and Lithuania....

Tragic loss of life in Gaza amid freezing conditions

Tragic loss of life in Gaza amid freezing conditions

In a devastating consequence of a severe cold snap in Gaza, six Palestinian infants have died from hypothermia, medical officials report....

Kuwait Embassy in Cyprus marks National Day with high-profile celebration

Kuwait Embassy in Cyprus marks National Day with high-profile celebration

The Embassy of the State of Kuwait in Cyprus marked its 64th National Day and 34th Liberation Day with a grand reception at the Hilton Nicosia on February 25, bringing together top Cypriot officials, diplomats, and dignitaries....

Ombudswoman raises alarm over prolonged stay of unaccompanied minors at Pournara

Ombudswoman raises alarm over prolonged stay of unaccompanied minors at Pournara

A total of 27 unaccompanied minors have been stranded at the Pournara Temporary Reception and Accommodation Center for an average of 90 days, despite completing all necessary procedures for their transfer, according to a report by Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights Protection, Maria Stylianou-Lottides....

Coral says farewell, and the rain comes to play!

Coral says farewell, and the rain comes to play!

A playful mix of sunshine, sneaky showers, and a touch of frosty mischief, with warmer days tiptoeing closer....

Cypriots slow to embrace digital ID cards

Cypriots slow to embrace digital ID cards

Demand for digital identity cards (eIDs) in Cyprus has fallen short of expectations since the program's launch in January 2025....

61-year-old arrested for dog abuse in Peyia

61-year-old arrested for dog abuse in Peyia

Police have arrested a 61-year-old man in connection with a dog abuse case in Peyia....

National strategy for eating disorders in development

National strategy for eating disorders in development

The Ministry of Health is developing a national strategy to address eating disorders....

Over 1,270 prisoner transfers to hospitals in 2024

Over 1,270 prisoner transfers to hospitals in 2024

In 2024, there were 1,271 transfers of prisoners to public and private hospitals, according to a statement from the Department of Prisons....

Farmers face devastating crop losses as freezing temps hit hard

Farmers face devastating crop losses as freezing temps hit hard

Cyprus’ farmers are facing major losses as freezing temperatures from the Coral weather system devastate crops across the island. The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment has vowed to step in quickly, promising immediate support for those affected....

The Palestinian State that almost was, according to Ehud Olmert

The Palestinian State that almost was, according to Ehud Olmert

Speaking in a yet-to-be-aired BBC documentary Israel and the Palestinians: The Road to 7th October, Olmert described his proposal as a historic opportunity for peace. ...

Cold snap damages solar water heaters

Cold snap damages solar water heaters

The recent icy temperatures sweeping across Cyprus haven’t just hit crops hard—they’ve also wreaked havoc on solar water heaters in homes across the island. ...

Faulty electrical appliances put Cypriots at risk, watchdog warns

Faulty electrical appliances put Cypriots at risk, watchdog warns

Cyprus is facing a growing safety risk from faulty electrical appliances, with weak market controls and a lack of transparency in investigations into fires and electric shocks, according to the Cyprus Consumers’ Association....

Lost in Troodos for days, but found through kindness

Lost in Troodos for days, but found through kindness

After several harrowing days lost in the frigid Troodos Mountains, Balou, the beloved family dog, has finally been found safe and well—thanks to an outpouring of support from the community....

Cyprus Police and Interpol hunt for source of false terror tip

Cyprus Police and Interpol hunt for source of false terror tip

Cypriot police, working alongside Interpol, are searching for the source behind a false tip that led to a dramatic anti-terror operation at Larnaca Airport....

Agia Varvara residents demand fair compensation for power surge damages

Agia Varvara residents demand fair compensation for power surge damages

Residents of Agia Varvara are voicing their frustration after a sudden power surge on January 23 destroyed electrical appliances in their homes....

Tracing the footsteps of women in Cyprus: Movements, Struggles & Feminisms

Tracing the footsteps of women in Cyprus: Movements, Struggles & Feminisms

The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation in collaboration with the bahçes histories* of Cyprus, invites you to a walk about feminism movements, activism and the struggles of women in Cyprus, on Saturday 8 March 2025 in the walled town of Nicosia....

Cyprus International Theatre Festival is back with unforgettable performances!

Cyprus International Theatre Festival is back with unforgettable performances!

After a highly successful first season in 2024, hosting artists such as John Malkovich, Kirill Serebrennikov, and Ivan Vyrypaev, the Cyprus International Theatre Festival (CITF) is returning...

New investment opportunities by AstroBank

New investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale a large commercial and residential plot in Peyia, houses and other residential and agricultural land in Nicosia, Larnaca and Ammochostos....

Retired hens are living their best lives, and helping save Cyprus’ olive groves

Retired hens are living their best lives, and helping save Cyprus’ olive groves

In the rolling foothills of Troodos, where olive trees stretch toward the Mediterranean sun, a small army of retired hens is proving that life after egg-laying can be just as meaningful. ...

Cyprus Airways Announces Adjusted Schedules Due to Greek Air Traffic Control Strike

Cyprus Airways Announces Adjusted Schedules Due to Greek Air Traffic Control Strike

Cyprus Airways wishes to inform passengers that due to the anticipated 24-hour strike by the Hellenic Air Traffic Controllers Union (coordinated under the ADEDY general strike) on Friday, 28 February 2025,...

Warmer days ahead after record-breaking cold

Warmer days ahead after record-breaking cold

Brrr, Cyprus! If you thought last night felt extra chilly, you weren’t imagining things. It was officially the coldest night in over 40 years, shattering the previous record of -3.3°C set in 1985. ...

 Unique protected species in Europe killed at the Mavrokolympos Dam

Unique protected species in Europe killed at the Mavrokolympos Dam

A month ago, the Ministry of Agriculture announced an environmental disaster: the drainage of the Mavrokolympos dam due to a technical failure that could not be repaired. ...

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