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2491. Cypriot businesses set their sights on the U.S.

For the first time, a Cypriot business delegation will participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit and SelectUSA Tech Summit, two major investment events in the United States aimed at companies looking to enter or expand in the U.S. market....

2492. Woman caught with €126,000 stashed in bathroom safe, but can’t explain why

Police are investigating the origins of €126,360 in cash found hidden in a bathroom safe at a Nicosia home, after the 33-year-old woman living there failed to provide a credible explanation for the money....

2493. A frosty reality check: Yes, I was wrong—it was cold!

Good morning, folks! It’s Monday, and if you, like me, are struggling to leave the warmth of your bed, I don’t blame you. After all, stepping outside feels like walking into a freezer—though, to be fair, not quite the deep freeze of last night....

2494. Pope Francis in critical condition as doctors warn of sepsis risk

Pope Francis is fighting for his life. The 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church remains in critical condition, with doctors at Gemelli Hospital in Rome working around the clock to stabilize him after a severe lung infection led to a dangerous respiratory crisis....

2495. Strong public support for donkey adoption campaign

The Taskent Nature Park’s Donkey Adoption Campaign has received overwhelming public backing, raising €8,500 within just a day....

2496. Shocking report of assault in Limassol - ''They were kicking him relentlessly''

A young man was violently assaulted by a group of hooded individuals in a central area of Limassol, while the entire city was celebrating the carnival....

2497. Cyprus climbs UEFA rankings as Pafos FC shines

Cyprus has made significant progress in the UEFA rankings, moving up to 19th place after Pafos FC’s qualification for the next stage of European competition....

2498. Turkish media: Discontent over Cypriot Foreign Minister's visit to Syria

2499. Cypriots are eating more fish, but getting pickier about its source

Cypriots are eating more fish and seafood than ever before, according to a new report on European food trends. But while the trend is on the rise, many people are becoming more selective about what they put on their plates — and their choices are being influenced by cost, sustainability, and food transparency....

2500. Drone gets attacked by eagle while filming in Cyprus (video)

A surprising twist to a photographer’s peaceful landscape shoot in Cyprus turned into an unforgettable moment of nature’s raw power....

2501. The starlings' annual dance sets Oroklini’s sky aglow at sunset

Every evening, just before sunset, something magical happens over Oroklini Lake. Thousands of starlings take to the sky, twisting and turning in perfect unison, creating breathtaking patterns that seem almost choreographed....

2502. Cyprus’ great ''Freeze Snap'' (that… isn’t actually that freezing), so far.

Brace yourselves—except, actually, don’t. Because despite the dire warnings of a frost apocalypse, today’s weather is mildly inconvenient at best....

2503. Illegal hunting of skylarks in Cyprus

Despite strict regulations prohibiting the hunting of skylarks after February 10, illegal hunting of the endangered birds continues....

2504. Cyprus strikes energy deals, but ‘Aphrodite’ gas delayed until 2031

Last Friday marked the conclusion of long-running negotiations between the Republic of Cyprus and the consortium developing the Aphrodite gas field, led by U.S. energy giant Chevron. ...

2505. Authorities on high alert as 'Coral' weather phenomenon threatens power grid

Authorities are on high alert today as the "Coral" weather phenomenon intensifies....

2506. Over €42,000 in uncovered payments issued in January

In January 2025, a total of €42,062 worth of bounced cheques were issued in Cyprus....

2507. Cyprus submits report on gender equality and anti-discrimination measures

The Republic of Cyprus has submitted its 9th Periodic Report on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women....

2508. Flamingo numbers plummet in Cyprus, sparking concerns for wetland health

The wintering population of flamingos in Cyprus has reached alarmingly low levels, particularly at the Akrotiri Salt Lake, according to a joint statement from BirdLife Cyprus and the Game and Wildlife Service....

2509. Cyprus goes up in smoke as Tsiknopempti takes over

If you’re flying into Cyprus today and notice a thick cloud hovering over the island, don’t worry—it’s not fog, and no, the fields aren’t on fire. It’s just Tsiknopempti, the one day a year when the entire country turns into a giant, open-air BBQ pit....

2510. Police officer to stand trial on corruption and fraud charges

A police officer arrested in January on corruption-related charges is now facing legal proceedings after a case was officially registered against him last Tuesday before the District Court....

2511. The Road to Prosperity

Browsing social media I have recently come across a map showing all the countries with GDP per capita higher than Poland’s back in 1990 and in 2018....

2512. Growing interest in medical schools prompts accreditation guidelines

The increasing interest in establishing medical schools in Cyprus has led the Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education to outline key requirements for their operation....

2513. Cyprus government gives hotels deadline to get licensed or face closure

The government is giving unlicensed hotels and tourist accommodations a two-year window to secure their operating licenses, with specific milestones and actions outlined along the way. ...

2514. Government announces minimum wage increase for hotel workers

President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted key economic and labor policy decisions today during a Council of Ministers meeting at the Presidential Palace, emphasizing efforts to boost employment and attract Cypriot professionals back home....

2515. FT: Chinese warships near Sydney spark tension

The Australian navy is closely monitoring a Chinese naval task group sailing 150 nautical miles east of Sydney—the furthest south the Chinese navy has ventured along Australia’s east coast. ...

2516. Brace yourselves, Cyprus – the cold is coming! (But let’s not be too dramatic)

A weak low-pressure system is currently lurking over the island, but don't be fooled—this is just the calm before the mildly apocalyptic chill named CORAL sweeps in from the north....

2517. Tatar insists on partition

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar has reiterated his firm opposition to a federal solution for Cyprus, insisting that the 2017 Crans-Montana negotiations marked the final attempt at reunification under a bizonal, bicommunal federation....

2518. Cyprus court halts sale of mortgaged property

In a landmark ruling, the Nicosia District Court has suspended the sale of mortgaged properties, citing illegalities in mortgage agreements....

2519. One in three short-term rental accommodations is illegal

2520. Turkish Cypriot teachers protest delayed salaries and discrimination

Turkish Cypriot teachers in the government-controlled area of Cyprus are voicing their frustration over delayed salaries, diminished social rights, and lack of support from their unions....