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Cyprus looks to Israel as military modernization accelerates

Cyprus is ramping up the modernization of its National Guard, putting missile defense, anti-air capabilities, and drones at the top of the list — and its growing military ties with Israel are a big part of the plan....

16/10/2025 | NEWS

The Arc de Triomphe is coming to D.C… I mean, the Arc de Trump

Well, I can’t say I’m surprised. The man has put his name on everything from steaks to skyscrapers, so why not an arch? Donald Trump has now announced plans to build what he calls the ''Arc de Trump''...

16/10/2025 | OPINION

Teen arrested after police chase and crash in Limassol

A 17-year-old boy was arrested in Limassol after a dramatic police chase ended in a crash, authorities said....

16/10/2025 | NEWS

Cypriot travelers keep Athens airport busy

Cyprus ranks among the top destinations for Athens International Airport, with passenger numbers between the two countries hitting new records this year....

16/10/2025 | NEWS

October Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 10/10/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

16/10/2025 | NEWS

Weather report: Calm, cool, and mildly confused

A mildly confused low-pressure system is meandering through the area, doing its best impression of someone who forgot why they walked into a room....

16/10/2025 | NEWS

Cypriot youth rank lowest in Europe for happiness, survey finds

Cyprus is emerging as the European country where young people report the lowest levels of happiness, according to the 2023/24 European Social Survey (ESS). ...

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Schools in Karpasia face 'regime of intimidation,' lawmakers say

Lawmakers are demanding immediate reforms to support Greek Cypriot schools in the occupied Karpasia region, where educators and students are said to be working under what officials described as a “regime of intimidation.”...

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Strict punishments announced for misbehavior on school buses

Authorities in Cyprus announced strict and exemplary punishments for students exhibiting delinquent behavior on school buses, following a wide-ranging meeting at the Ministry of Transport on Wednesday....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

History repeats itself as a travesty

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the internet revolution was just beginning, and every country was racing to connect through data cables. Cyprus decided it did not want those cables to have a landing point here to protect Cyta’s monopoly....

15/10/2025 | OPINION

''Peace is ensured through strength,” Palmas says, defending Cyprus’s military strategy

Cyprus’s defense modernization strategy is centered on upgrading the National Guard’s anti-missile and air defense systems while expanding its use of drones, Defense Minister Vasilis Palmas said Wednesday. ...

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Four-lane road and green spaces worth €40 million planned for Paphos

The road expansion project for Tombs of the Kings Avenue to Coral Bay is moving ahead, with the tender expected to be announced in the first quarter of 2026, according to the Department of Public Works....

15/10/2025 | BUSINESS

Charalambides Christis fixes milk shelf-life glitch

Charalambides Christis has confirmed it found and resolved the issue that caused a shorter shelf life in a limited number of its two-liter fresh milk packages....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Cyprus wants in on Gaza rebuild, local companies await clarity

Cyprus’ plan to get involved in rebuilding the war-torn Gaza Strip is still in its early stages, with the government signaling its intention to include Cypriot companies in the massive international reconstruction effort, but without a concrete framework yet in place....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Meet 'Superwood', stronger than steel, lighter than air (almost)

A U.S. startup has created a new kind of wood that’s up to ten times stronger than steel and six times lighter....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

€2,000 fine and €8,000 bill, all for a sunset shot

What was meant to be a picture-perfect sunset in Larnaca turned into a very expensive mistake. A driver who entered the Larnaca Salt Lake last week to capture the evening glow got his car stuck, and when a second car came to the rescue, it got trapped too....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Huge interest in Cyprus branch of Athens University’s medical school

Interest has soared for the medical school of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), which has now officially opened its Cyprus branch in Nicosia. According to Education Minister Dr. Athena Michaelidou, over 300 students have already applied for just 60 available places....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Cyprus to award talented young artists with €10,000 scholarships

The Cyprus government will now reward young talent in the fine arts with scholarships of €10,000 each, Education, Sports, and Youth Minister Dr. Athena Michaelidou announced Wednesday....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

FRHC stock added to The Motley Fool’s Moneyball portfolio

The shares of Freedom Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: FRHC) — a global financial services and technology company and the parent company of the Freedom24 investment platform — have been added to the Moneyball investment portfolio managed by research and investment advisory firm The Motley Fool. Alongside this inclusion, the stock received a “Buy” rating....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Bank of Cyprus Scoops 11 Awards in Global Finance’s 2025 Digital Bank Rankings

Bank of Cyprus wins 11 awards, including 2 regional awards, in Global Finance’s 2025 World’s Best Digital Bank Awards ...

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Rescue underway for cars stuck in salt lake, owners face hefty fines (photos)

Efforts are underway to rescue two vehicles trapped in Larnaca Salt Lake since last Wednesday, city officials confirmed. According to Mayor Andreas Vyras, a company will attempt to free the cars today, and if unsuccessful, will make another attempt on Thursday....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

New rocket launchers hit the streets of Cyprus

In a move that caught Ankara off guard, Cyprus quietly renewed its military arsenal, unveiling two squadrons of Serbian-designed Tamnava rocket launchers during the island’s recent Independence Day celebrations....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Cyprus’ cats make headlines abroad, but the island’s feline problem is serious

Move over Cyprus problem, the island now has another headline-grabbing challenge: its cats. International outlets, including ABC News and the Associated Press, have spotlighted the Mediterranean nation’s unusually high number of felines....

15/10/2025 | NEWS

Complaints pour in over spoiled milk from Charalambides-Christis

Dozens of consumers across Cyprus have filed complaints after discovering that fresh milk from Charalambides-Christis was turning sour several days before the stated expiration date, sparking concern among households and prompting an investigation....

15/10/2025 | BUSINESS