TRANSPORT EU studies deem trams and trains “not viable,” but Vafeades insists the projects could ease congestion and cut transport costs. Photo credit: Unsplash Vafeades pushes for high-speed train linking three cities, but EU won’t fund it Newsroom Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Alexis Vafeades, is examining the possibility of connecting Nicosia, Larnaca, and Limassol through “a type of train, ideally a high-speed train.” READ MORE
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Burglars steal €25,000 in laptops and tablets from school in Limassol Thieves steal 52 electronic devices, including laptops and tablets, from elementary school. Newsroom 13/10/2025 | NEWS
Over 3,000 traffic violations reported in a week as two die in Nicosia accidents Two fatal crashes in Nicosia reflect continuing road safety challenges. Newsroom 13/10/2025 | NEWS
Poland shares EU presidency secrets as Cyprus prepares to take the wheel From lessons learned to civil debates, Nicosia gets a front-row seat to Europe’s inner workings Newsroom 13/10/2025 | NEWS
Lawyer pushes to toss key charge in 'golden passport' trial Defense claims possible conflict of interest could shorten high-profile case over naturalization program. Newsroom 13/10/2025 | NEWS
Cyprus moves to end insurance overcharging of older drivers New bills target insurance companies accused of unfairly charging motorists over 70 Newsroom 13/10/2025 | NEWS
