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1. Four found guilty in Kalogeropoulos murder, face life in prison

The Limassol Permanent Criminal Court unanimously convicted all four defendants Friday of the premeditated murder of Thanasis Kalogeropoulos, nearly three years after he was shot dead outside a beach restaurant in Agios Tychonas....

2. Why don't we like our faces in photos?

Have you ever looked at a photo of yourself and wondered why you look so different from what you see in the mirror every day? The answer does not necessarily come down to the camera or how photogenic you are. Psychology and neuroscience explain why the image we have of ourselves does not always match what the camera lens captures....

3. All-day schools ''on life support'' as 115 posts remain unfilled

Cyprus’ optional all-day schools are ''on life support'' because of staff shortages, the primary teachers’ union warned today, as lawmakers examined unfilled posts, delayed appointments and parents’ complaints about operating hours....

4. Leonardo Hotels Expands Its Presence in Cyprus with the Opening of Leonardo Boutique Hotel Venetian Nicosia

Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean announces the opening of Leonardo Boutique Hotel Venetian Nicosia on 21 October 2026, marking the brand's entry into the Cypriot capital and another significant milestone in its continued expansion across Cyprus and Greece. ...

5. Retire at 63? The pension penalty remains a sticking point

The government has signaled a willingness to compromise on pension reform, revising its draft bill with three changes that offer concessions to unions and employers....

6. Eight things teenagers say that parents should never ignore

Mental health struggles among young people are a real concern these days, which makes the role of parents even more important. That’s why parents need to pay attention not only to what their kids say but also to what they leave unsaid. Shifts in sleep, eating habits, mood, social connections, and overall behavior can be clear signs that something is weighing on them....

7. Action Global Communications Wins 15 Awards at the Carob Awards 2026, Standing Out in PR and Digital

Action Global Communications celebrated an impressive achievement at the Carob Awards 2026, taking home 15 awards for its creative, strategic and results-driven communications campaigns. ...

8. An Electrifying Weekend: Porsche Cyprus and Minthis Celebrate Performance, Innovation and Refined Living

On 10 and 11 October 2026, Porsche Cyprus and Minthis came together for the Porsche Golf Open, an exclusive weekend celebrating electric performance, sporting excellence and refined living. ...

9. John Christodoulou weighs presidential run, citing bills, wages and safety

Wages that fail to keep up with bills, families struggling to afford the basics and people feeling unsafe in their neighborhoods: businessman John Christodoulou says these are among the reasons he is seriously considering running for president....

10. Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2026 talks now available on YouTube

Talks from the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2026, held Oct. 14 at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre, are now available on the DOOS Streaming Cyprus YouTube channel, giving viewers the opportunity to revisit this year’s presentations and discussions....

11. A decent salary, an empty account: Living from payday to payday

Payday arrives, and for a moment, the bank balance looks reassuring. Then the bills start coming out....

12. Clear skies and climbing temperatures keep Cyprus in a sunny mood

Weak high pressure is affecting the area. Weak, remember. Even the atmosphere is operating at minimum effort. It's Tuesday, so we're past Monday's drama, but nobody's exactly running on enthusiasm just yet....

13. Fear keeps trafficking victims from seeking help

A conviction can put a trafficker behind bars. It cannot tell us how many other victims are still waiting to be found....

14. Want more babies? Make family life easier

Before parents can think about having another child, there is a more immediate question: Who will look after the children while they work?...

15. Nicosia honours Cypriot-born former USC president Max Nikias

A book presentation in Nicosia has celebrated the life and achievements of C. L. Max Nikias, the Cypriot academic who rose to lead the University of Southern California (USC), one of the leading universities in the United States....

16. European prosecutors freeze Greek assets in €115m Cyprus-linked VAT case

European prosecutors have frozen property and vehicles in Greece belonging to five people linked to an alleged multi-million-euro VAT fraud built around iPhone trading. The European Public Prosecutor’s Office estimates the unpaid tax at €115.5 million, with the bulk arising in Sweden....

17. Energy bills, Schengen and the power cable: Cyprus’ priorities in Brussels

For households watching their energy bills and businesses struggling with running costs, President Nikos Christodoulides took a practical request to Brussels: Give governments more room to help....

18. Father fined €3,000 over son’s fatal fall at Paphos hotel

A British father whose two-year-old son fell to his death from a fourth-floor hotel window in Chlorakas has been fined €3,000 by Paphos District Court....

19. Artificial intelligence at the heart of a new global power struggle

The global struggle for power in artificial intelligence, and its implications for work, the economy, innovation and geopolitics, took centre stage at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2026, held on Wednesday, October 14, at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre. This year’s theme was “AI Wars – Challenging the Balance of Power: Life, Work, Country, Region”....

20. Common foods that may increase stress levels

Stress is a natural response of the body to challenges or pressure. However, when it is prolonged, it leads to increased levels of cortisol, the so-called “stress hormone.”...

21. Hold the burger: Paphos’ new fries spot makes potatoes the main event

The fries have had enough of being the sidekick. In Paphos, a new delivery-only venture is giving them top billing, no burger required....

22. Vino Cultura Celebrates 20 Years of Wine, People and Hospitality

23. Max Nikias: ''Where you begin does not determine how far you can go''

From a small village in Cyprus to the presidency of one of the leading universities in the United States, Chrysostomos Loizos Nikias, better known as C.L. Max Nikias, has followed a path connecting science with leadership and education with innovation....

24. Will artificial intelligence lead us into war?

The US-China rivalry, warnings about Europe falling behind, and the possibility of a major war took center stage in remarks by Nina Schick and Max Nikias, as well as the discussion at Digital Agenda Cyprus 2026....

25. From no specialist service to an 82% cure rate: Loizos Loizou’s legacy in Cyprus

Professor Loizos Loizou has been recognised at this year’s Digital Agenda Cyprus conference for his role in developing specialist cancer care for children in Cyprus, where reported cure rates have reached approximately 82%....

26. Limassol to launch campaign encouraging more people to use public transport

The government plans to encourage more people to use buses as part of efforts to tackle severe traffic congestion in Limassol, with the Transport Ministry preparing a public information campaign and reviewing existing services to identify where improvements are needed....

27. Cortisol and weight gain: Is stress really making you fat?

In recent years, cortisol has become a hot topic in conversations about health, stress and weight gain. On social media, it is often labeled the “fat-storing hormone,” with many people blaming it for food cravings, stubborn belly fat and difficulty losing weight. But how much truth is there to these claims?...

28. The untapped reserve of Greece's soft power

Greece has an extraordinary reserve of ''soft power.'' Rubio’s speech demonstrated that as clearly as anything could. Whether one agrees or disagrees with the way he tailored his narrative to the setting, there is no doubt that it offered further proof of the strength of the Greece ''brand.''...

29. What’s shaping Cyprus business this week

Key gatherings across Cyprus this week bring together leaders in artificial intelligence, corporate governance, and sustainable finance. Here is your quick look at the top conferences, networking events, and local industry milestones on the agenda....

30. The Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit honors Professor Dr. Loizos Loizou

The Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2026 will honor Professor Dr. Loizos G. Loizou for his pioneering contribution to childhood cancer care and his longstanding support for children and their families....