Nicosia's new square from above (video), KNEWS

Public Works maintains the technology cannot reliably operate with Cyprus' adaptive traffic signal system, with further discussions set for September.

Parliament presses ahead with call for countdown timers at camera-controlled traffic lights

MPs say the displays would improve road safety and reduce uncertainty for motorists approaching monitored junctions.

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Lawmakers demand strict adherence to construction timelines to protect vulnerable patients. www.shso.org.cy

Staffing gaps and construction noise plague Makarios Hospital children's cancer ward

Overcrowded pediatric oncology unit runs on skeleton crew during massive overhaul.

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06/07/2026 | NEWS

President Christodoulides states investment will combat brain drain and boost regional medical research. File photo CING Google

Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics opens massive new €31m campus extension

Inauguration of 11,000-square-meter facility marks largest expansion project in organization history.

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The upgrade will slash electricity consumption by 65 percent before solar panels are rolled out across all bases. Photo credit: Unsplash

The Cypriot National Guard is going green

A major new partnership with the EAC will replace 4,400 outdated military camp lights with eco-friendly LEDs.

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Justice ministry pledges rapid emergency response protocols and mandatory psychometric testing for armed officers. Photo credit: Unsplash

Cyprus records over 18,000 reports of violence against women since 2021

Parliamentary review reveals stark statistics on domestic abuse alongside thousands of protection and exclusion orders.

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Frustrated motorists demand answers as social media post goes viral. Photo credit: @nikos.akamas.5 Facebook.

Disbelief over blocked bus stop in Limassol

Flexible posts sprout near Tsirio Stadium and block passenger access.

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06/07/2026 | NEWS

Official helpline operating hours and advice for viewers using television sets imported from Greece. Photo credit: Unsplash

How to restore your TV signal after the digital switchover

How to check your home antenna installation and reach the official technical helpline.

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06/07/2026 | NEWS

Victim remains intubated in Nicosia hospital following weekend attack. Image is AI

Swedish passport holders arrested after violent assault on Turkish Cypriot

Police search for fourth suspect as 18-year-old tourists face court.

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Temperatures slide to 36°C inland, but keep an eye on the sky if you're away from the coast. Photo credit: Unsplash

Monday plot twist: Sky gives us rain, lightning, and a side of hail

A standard Monday gets an unseasonable shake-up as atmospheric instability gives us lunchtime storms.

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06/07/2026 | NEWS

Severe heatwave causes an early start to the annual fire season across the Mediterranean. Photo credit: Giannis Papanikos/AP via yahoo!news

Cyprus dispatches firefighting aircraft to assist battle against southern Europe wildfires

Island deploys two EU-backed planes to France following emergency call for assistance.

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05/07/2026 | NEWS

Residents threatened legal action over a lack of public consultation near a local primary school. Photo credit: Unsplash

Lycavittos migrant facility dropped after neighborhood opposition

Deputy ministry cancels temporary transit home for unaccompanied minors following fierce community resistance.

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05/07/2026 | NEWS

The controversial move threatens to derail the integrity of the entire corruption probe.

How a high-profile watchdog appointment backfired on the government

Legal experts and rival parties challenge the choice of an investigator with ties to the case.

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Real estate agent in occupied areas records her own airport arrest over illegal land sales

A Lithuanian property agent detained in Nice posts a social media video defending her 15-year career in the occupied areas. ...

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04/07/2026 | NEWS

Ceasefire holds as regional dignitaries gather amid unresolved leadership questions. Photo credit: Reuters via BBC

Mass mourning begins in Iran following death of former supreme leader

Millions expected to attend multi-day funeral route across Iran and Iraq.

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04/07/2026 | NEWS

The collaborative push arrives just ahead of a high-stakes NATO summit focused on strict new spending targets. Photo credit: @NationalGuardCY

EU launches five major joint defence projects to counter fragmented military spending

18 member states and Ukraine unite under a €190 billion investment plan targeting air power, drone tech, and eastern border ...

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04/07/2026 | NEWS

The assault occurred during a public disturbance intervention, with prosecutors fast-tracking the case to court today. Photo credit: Unsplash

Drunk man assaults officer during midnight weapon arrest in Ayia Napa

Patrolling police took two suspects into custody after finding them armed with a wooden club and a bottle.

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

Appellate judges rule the employer is solely to blame for the incident, completely overturning a lower court verdict. File photo

Supreme court awards quarry worker €95,000 for severe injuries in machinery accident

Mechanic underwent three surgeries for a fractured and dislocated shoulder after a colleague accidentally activated a conveyor ...

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Proposal to classify Turkey-occupied north routes as domestic flights dismissed as impractical under current conditions. File photo Isah Abdulkareem Popoola Google

Pegasus blames airport fees for high fares to occupied north

Airline representative says charges at the illegal Tymbou Airport, not company profits, are pushing up ticket prices.

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

Senior staff had warned the suspect days before the attack regarding large loans taken from colleagues. File photo

Video of tragic Limassol shooting shared online as police officer’s gambling debts surface

A 46-year-old woman remains in critical condition following an attempted murder by her police officer husband.

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

Witness protection protocol shields the informant's family while maintaining system integrity. File photo of Chrysanthou in 2020

State frees rapist and hitman to catch a bigger fish (video)

Government insists conditional pardon for ''Hamburger'' is a matter of state security, not forgiveness.

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

Defence ministry expands intake from original cap to meet modernization needs. Photo credit: @NationalGuardCY Facebook

Permanent military positions for contract soldiers increase by 60%

Top-scoring applicants to secure lifetime military careers up to age 57.

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

University of Cyprus MBA Program Celebrates Excellence at the School of Economics and Management Awards Ceremony 2025-2026

Seven awards presented to MBA Program students in recognition of their outstanding academic performance

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

State retains strategic control while seeking private backing for commercial zones. File photo

Cyprus ports authority unveils 415 million euro roadmap for Larnaca waterfront

Phased redevelopment plan breaks project into three components stretching to 2045.

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

Children's father remains detained as authorities continue investigation. Photo screen captured from @news24sofiaofficial YouTube

Stepmother in Xylofagou case pleads for end to family blame (video)

Bulgarian national speaks out following her release from police custody.

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

Viewers face the choice of rescanning modern television sets or purchasing external decoders to regain access to local networks. Photo credit: Unsplash

Frustration mounts as high-definition TV upgrade cuts off local channels

Thousands of households left with blank screens as the transition to the new broadcasting standard overwhelms customer support ...

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

A light mist hugs the coastlines early tomorrow before burning off for a sunny start. Photo credit: Unsplash

Friday’s forecast: The calm before the weekend BBQ storm

Highs of 37°C provide the perfect backdrop for Friday afternoon freedom.

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03/07/2026 | NEWS

Short quiz cuts through state red tape to reveal hidden welfare and housing funds. Photo credit: Unsplash

How to find out if the government owes you money

New digital tool checks your eligibility for 45 different cash payouts and grants.

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02/07/2026 | NEWS

A 63-year-old suspect is in custody as Larnaca investigators analyze the evidence. Photo credit: @cypolice Facebook

Police find cannabis hidden in dog cage during drug bust

Officers seize two kilograms of drugs, ammunition, and cash following a roadside stop near Zygi.

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