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31. Cyprus rolls out new treatment to protect babies from dangerous winter virus

Cyprus’ Health Ministry has introduced a new preventive treatment for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), aiming to cut hospital admissions among infants and young children during the upcoming winter season....

32. €500,000 protection demand ends in shooting at Limassol beach hotel

A 39-year-old Greek man was arrested Monday after a Ukrainian businessman was shot outside a Limassol beach hotel in what police say was an attempted extortion over €500,000. ...

33. Parents blast years-long delay in Makarios NICU upgrade

Parents of premature infants are expressing anger and disappointment over fresh delays to the long-promised expansion of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Makarios Hospital in Nicosia, saying vulnerable babies and their families are being left behind....

34. Gaza-bound flotilla ship docks in Larnaca after health concerns onboard

Cypriot authorities said Friday they allowed one of the ships from the international flotilla heading toward Gaza to dock in Larnaca after the crew requested permission to resupply and provide care for passengers with health problems....

35. One arrested in Limassol shooting, second suspect still at large

A 39-year-old man was arrested Thursday afternoon in connection with an attempted murder that shocked Limassol earlier this week, police said....

36. Manneken Pis dressed in Cypriot 'vraka' for Independence Day

The Manneken Pis, the iconic statue of Brussels, was dressed in traditional Cypriot clothing, the vraka, to honor Cyprus’ Independence Day on October 1st....

37. Lidl Cyprus invests in people's well-being with its 6th Lidl Wellness Camp

Under the auspices of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, the Cyprus National Commission for UNESCO, the Cyprus Dietitians & Nutritionists Association, the Cyprus Psychologists Association and the Municipality of Ayia Napa, Lidl Cyprus announces the launch of the competition for participation in the 6th Lidl Wellness Camp....

38. Police seek David Gazzaev and Stavros Kriarides in Limassol shooting

Two separate violent incidents left men hospitalized in serious condition in Cyprus on Monday and Tuesday, authorities said, as police continue investigations and search for suspects....

39. Limassol hotel shooting sets off murder hunt across the divide

A late-night shooting outside a luxury hotel in Limassol has left a 42-year-old Ukrainian man seriously injured, in what police believe was a violent fallout over money....

40. From fall to foul play as police treat Limassol death as murder

Police in Limassol are investigating the death of a 31-year-old man as a premeditated murder after an autopsy suggested his injuries were not caused by a fall....

41. EMAK Commander: ''I had nightmares after the Limassol wildfires''

This interview is part of the series “Six Shocking Firefighter Testimonies.” Through their stories, readers gain insight into the risks, emotions, and human side of firefighting....

42. Unfastened helmet suspected in man's fatal head trauma during motorcycle accident

A 34-year-old Syrian man died Sunday following a motorcycle collision in Limassol, with an autopsy revealing severe head trauma that police suspect may be linked to an improperly secured helmet....

43. Cypriot tradition came to life at Alphamega Hypermarkets

The 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival titled “Cypriot and Authentic” took place on Sunday, 28 September, at the outdoor area of Alphamega Engomi, attracting a large, enthusiastic crowd. Visitors of all ages enjoyed an authentic experience, full of flavours, music, games and images of Cypriot tradition that we all love and want to preserve....

44. Cyprus seeks better schooling for children sidelined by illness

Cyprus lawmakers are urging the Education Ministry to step up support for children who can’t go to school for long periods because of health problems, saying no child should be left behind....

45. Horse accident at Nicosia racetrack kills 67-year-old man

A 67-year-old man has died after being struck by a runaway horse at the Agios Dometios Hippodrome in Nicosia, police said Thursday....

46. Man found dead on sailboat near Protaras after losing consciousness

Authorities confirmed Wednesday that an Israeli man was found dead on a sailboat near the Protaras coastline....

47. Chaos before dawn: Cars stolen, fires, and rogue hunters hit our ''sleepy island''

Before most Cypriots had even started their day, the island was already in chaos. In Larnaca, two teenagers, just 17 and 18, were arrested after stealing a rental car containing €8,000 and a computer. ...

48. Elderly woman dies after being hit by car on Protaras Avenue

Authorities are investigating the death of an 89-year-old woman who was struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in Paralimni on Friday evening....

49. Greek heiress dies suddenly in London after insect bite

Marissa Laimou, a 30-year-old Greek shipping heiress, died in her London home after being bitten by an insect, her family said, accusing the National Health Service of failing to provide proper care....

50. Limassol's General Hospital unveils kid friendly emergency room upgrade

Limassol’s General Hospital has rolled out a separate waiting area just for children at its emergency department, the first step toward a full pediatric ER that’s set to open in the coming months....

51. Big changes for patients seeking treatment abroad under GESY

From October 2, 2025, patients under Cyprus’s General Health System (GESY) will see a major change in how requests for medical treatment abroad are handled. The Health Insurance Organization (HIO) announced Thursday that it will now take over the process of approving and managing these cases....

52. Your delightfully dramatic weather dispatch

A moody low-pressure system has decided to park itself over our lovely region, presumably because it heard about our excellent hospitality and refuses to leave....

53. IDF pushes deeper into Gaza as EU moves to curb ties with Israel

Israel’s military on Wednesday released images of its soldiers and tanks pushing deep into Gaza City, in what it called one of its most extensive ground operations since the war began....

54. Alphamega Hypermarkets to host the 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival ''Cypriot and Authentic''

55. Deadly hospital fungus hits Cyprus, experts warn of rising threat

Cyprus has joined the list of European countries facing a rising threat from a deadly fungus, Candidozyma auris, experts warn. The fungus, which primarily spreads in hospitals, has sparked concern due to its resistance to many antifungal drugs....

56. EU pledges €40M to keep Ukrainians warm this winter

As Ukraine braces for its fourth winter under Russian attack, the European Union is sending an extra €40 million in humanitarian aid to help civilians survive freezing temperatures and war damage....

57. Cyprus traffic lights get smart, helping cars move faster across the island

Stuck in traffic? Cyprus is rolling out a high-tech fix. Since 2021, the Public Works Department has been installing ''smart'' traffic lights that can literally see cars, buses, and motorcycles, and adjust their timing on the fly to keep traffic moving....

58. What today’s general strike means for you

Cyprus is bracing for a nationwide strike Thursday after last-ditch talks failed to resolve a standoff over the cost-of-living allowance (ATA)....

59. USA: Charlie Kirk, conservative youth leader and Trump supporter, shot dead at university event (video)

Charlie Kirk, founder of the conservative youth group Turning Point USA and a close ally of President Donald Trump, was shot and killed Wednesday during a campus event at Utah Valley University. He was 31....

60. Parents held after baby found with brain hemorrhage

A 4½-month-old baby is fighting for life at Makarios Hospital after doctors discovered a serious brain hemorrhage, police said Wednesday....