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61. Raw sewage on tourist beach blamed on ''criminal'' mismanagement

A sewage leak at one of Paphos’ busiest coastal areas has sparked outrage, and the president of the Paphos District Local Government Organization (EOA) isn’t holding back....

62. Is development finance the key to fixing London’s housing crisis?

London’s housing crisis is certainly nothing new, but its consequences are becoming increasingly harder to ignore....

63. When the flames start to lick at flesh and the radicalization of young men

What is happening with teenage and young men in our country, and across Europe more broadly? ...

64. Desalination alone won’t solve the problem, expert warns

Cyprus is facing an escalating water crisis, and while desalination plants are often touted as the solution, an expert warns that this may not be enough to solve the island's long-term water problems....

65. Politics served with a side of flaouna: Karousos vs Koumis, Chartsiotis dishes blame, and Electra fizzles

An all-out brawl on social media, right in the middle of the holy Easter days, between the President of the Famagusta Tourism Development Board and former Minister under Anastasiades' government, Yiannis Karousos, and the current Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis....

66. Media Ethics Committee issues warning to Turkish News Agency for mistranslation of ‘Invaders’ to ‘Turks'

Turkish Cypriot opposition leader Tufan Erhurman on Sunday condemned Archbishop Georgios’ Easter message as “provocative” and “divisive,” accusing the Church of Cyprus of overstepping its bounds and complicating efforts toward reunification....

67. Cyprus’ economy set to slow down, says IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its expectations for how much Cyprus's economy will grow over the next two years....

68. Speed cameras near roundabouts: Safety measure or trap?

In what’s becoming a classic Cyprus traffic debate, speed radars popping up near roundabouts have sparked new controversy. Are they strategically placed for safety, or sneakily set up to catch unsuspecting drivers?...

69. Pope Francis dies at 88. A humble Shepherd leaves his flock.

On Easter Monday, just a day after Christians around the world celebrated the resurrection of Christ, Pope Francis passed away peacefully in his Vatican residence. He was 88 years old....

70. Akamas for sale?

Nearly two years after serious environmental violations were first reported in the Akamas peninsula, a protected and ecologically sensitive area, illegal activity continues, seemingly without consequences....

71. Trump’s tariff war backfires as tourists ditch U.S., head to Europe

The global tariff war initiated by the Trump administration will have a negative impact on the US economy in 2025, as European and Canadian tourists change their plans....

72. Waitstaff say employers are pocketing their tips

Some restaurant and café workers in Cyprus are raising the alarm over a shady practice happening behind the scenes: tips meant for staff are being kept by employers or used to top up wages, according to complaints made to MPs....

73. Fairy tales about benefits and other wild stories

Certain catchy lies continue to circulate in our public discourse. Lies that, no matter what, simply refuse to die....

74. Turkish Cypriot YouTuber sparks racism row at Ledra checkpoint

A Turkish Cypriot social media figure has ignited a storm online after he was denied entry into the Republic-controlled areas of Cyprus, posting a fiery video accusing crossing point workers of racism and discrimination against Turkish Cypriots....

75. Trump’s tariffs aren’t the real threat, Cyprus needs a wake-up call

The first reaction in Cyprus to Trump’s tariffs was the worry that halloumi, salt, and olive oil would become more expensive....

76. System failure or failure of its operators?

The recent, catastrophic failure of the Ministry of Social Welfare and the Social Welfare Services to provide necessary protection to five children is yet another example of a systemic issue, ...

77. Revolut slapped with record fine over money laundering lapses

British fintech giant Revolut, one of the world’s most valuable start-ups, has been fined €3.5 million by Lithuania’s central bank for failing to properly monitor suspicious transactions and protect against money laundering....

78. Cyprus' social welfare services under fire amid rising failures and tragic cases

Cyprus’ Social Welfare Services (SWS) are facing deep-rooted problems that have been simmering for years, and these issues are now putting vulnerable people at serious risk....

79. Anastasiades breaks silence: ''My associates were not Drousiotis' sources''

In an exclusive interview, former President Nikos Anastasiades opens up about his new book, 'The Sycophant', and the ongoing feud with journalist Makarios Drousiotis....

80. Doctor shortages and management issues plague Famagusta General Hospital

The challenges of doctor shortages and operational inefficiencies at Famagusta General Hospital were brought before the Parliamentary Health Committee....

81. Millions spent, promises made—but children still suffer in silence

''What’s the goal here? To have food on the table for a day or two, or to ensure there's always food on the table?''...

82. From water woes to bank bets, here are the stories to follow

83. Trash, lies, and box files: Busted by his own dumping

You’d think that if someone were to illegally dump a load of office junk in a field, they’d at least have the foresight to remove the labels with their name on them. But no, apparently, some people like to leave a calling card....

84. Cyprus bets on students to revitalize Old Nicosia, but at what cost?

Once overshadowed by controversy over unregistered universities—a scandal that drew scrutiny from Brussels—Cyprus has quietly reinvented itself as a rising destination for students across Europe. ...

85. Mind REset at its best

The participation of Cypriot teams in the European competition of the educational environmental programme mind REset, which took place in Vienna this year, was completed with an impressive double distinction, proving that the next generation can - and should - play a leading role in efforts towards a more sustainable future....

86. Cyprus faces water cuts this summer despite new government measures

Cyprus is bracing for a tough summer as the risk of water cuts remains high, despite new government measures aimed at tackling the ongoing water scarcity issue....

87. Drugs, violence, and fear as Cyprus schools face growing crisis

Concerns are mounting over increasing drug use, violence, and delinquency in Cyprus' schools, with experts and officials warning that urgent action is needed....

88. One in three Cypriot households struggling with rising costs

Cypriots are feeling the pinch in different ways, according to a new survey that highlights the divide in how people are coping with their household finances....

89. The EU wants in, but can it make a difference?

The European Union (EU) appears eager to play a role in reviving talks on the Cyprus problem, but its actual influence remains constrained by political realities. ...

90. Nicosia Mayor sounds alarm over city's financial crisis

Nicosia’s mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, has raised the alarm over the capital’s financial situation, warning that without immediate state support, the municipality will struggle to meet its obligations. ...