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91. Death of Moldovan woman highlights human trafficking crisis in occupied North

A chilling tragedy unfolded in the occupied northern part of Cyprus as Anastasia Melega, a young woman from Moldova, was found dead late Monday evening at the ''Prinses'' nightclub-cabaret in occupied Gerolakkos, where she had worked. ...

92. The Cypriot billionaires behind the island's rise as a global business hub

Cyprus has quietly become a magnet for some of the world's wealthiest individuals, transforming the island into a hub for global business and investment. ...

93. Cyprus and the Netherlands: A strong but often overlooked bond

The Netherlands, a key player in both the EU and NATO, remains somewhat of an unknown entity in Cyprus—aside from Amsterdam’s popularity as a travel destination and the well-known football club Ajax....

94. Meritocracy, privilege, and the Cypriot dream: Reflections on the English School controversy

Children and adolescents in many parts of the world, including Cyprus, face real problems. Bombs rain down on Ukraine, poverty ravages Gaza, school shootings plague the USA, natural disasters devastate the poorest regions, and here in Cyprus, an entire family recently perished in a tragic house fire....

95. Tatar meets with leader of Maronite community

The leader of the Turkish Cypriot community in the occupied areas, Ersin Tatar, met with Maronite Archbishop Selim Sfeir, where he acknowledged the Maronite community’s role in contributing to the region’s cultural and religious diversity....

96. Private company constructs power plant in Mari without permits

A private company has built key infrastructure to support the operation of a privately owned power plant in Mari without obtaining the necessary permits, according to a special report by the Audit Office....

97. A grain of hope: Varosha ''Mayor'' brings sand to honor refugee's final resting place

The funeral of Pieris Pieri, a respected mathematician and deputy principal of the First Gymnasium of Famagusta, became a powerful moment of bicommunal unity....

98. Supreme Court delays ruling on citizenship case for children of mixed marriages

The Supreme Constitutional Court has postponed its decision on a high-profile citizenship case challenging the government’s policy on children born from mixed marriages....

99. Restaurant owner shot in occupied Nicosia

A brazen armed attack on a restaurant owner in occupied Nicosia has shaken the Turkish Cypriot community, raising fresh concerns over security and organized crime in the north....

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

101. 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....

102. 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....

103. Turkey renews its call for a two-state solution in Cyprus

Turkey has once again pushed its demand for a two-state solution to the Cyprus issue....

104. Cyprus protests Pakistan’s statements on occupied areas

The Republic of Cyprus has lodged an official complaint in response to remarks made by the Pakistani Prime Minister....

105. The future of STEAM: Amplifying girls’ voices and inspiring change

A landmark event celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in STEAM is set to take place on Saturday, 15 February 2025, at the University of Cyprus, titled "Empowered Futures: Celebrating Girls and Women in STEAM"....

106. DiCarlo’s visit to Cyprus paves the way for Geneva Conference on Cyprus issue

The two-day visit of UN Assistant Secretary-General for Political and Peacekeeping Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo, marked a significant step in the UN’s efforts to organize an international conference on the Cyprus issue, set to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, ...

107. DiCarlo meets Christodoulides, pushes forward on Cyprus talks

UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacekeeping Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo, has wrapped up her visit to Cyprus and is continuing her regional contacts, with stops in Athens today and Ankara on Thursday....

108. Simon Aykut allegedly threatened President Christodoulides

Simon Aykut, an Israeli property developer and founder of the controversial Afik Group, is awaiting trial in Cyprus, facing serious accusations that he threatened the country’s president, Nicos Christodoulides. ...

109. Cyprus' energy landscape shifts as ENI, Total, and Kogas withdraw from blocks

The energy landscape of Cyprus' exclusive economic zone (EEZ) is set for a major shift as the French-Italian-Korean consortium of Total, ENI, and Kogas prepares to exit Blocks 2, 3, and 9 at the end of January....

110. Cyprus ends gas exploration in blocks 2, 3, and 9 after unsuccessful results

The exploitation licences in blocks 2, 3 and 9 of the Cyprus Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) have expired and have not been renewed, as the exploration did not show exploitable natural gas deposits, Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry George Papanastasiou confirmed to the Cyprus News Agency (CYPE)....

111. Cyprus ramps up efforts against illegal antiquities trafficking

Cyprus is intensifying its efforts to combat the illegal excavation, trafficking, and sale of its antiquities, especially in the Turkish-occupied territories....

112. President Christodoulides met today with the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative in Cyprus

President Nikos Christodoulides met earlier today at the Presidential Palace with Colin Stewart, the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative in Cyprus....

113. Colin Stewart to meet Cyprus leaders in push to restart peace talks

UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative, Colin Stewart, is set for crucial talks on Friday with the leaders of both Cyprus’ Greek and Turkish communities, as efforts continue to re-energize peace talks and open more crossing points across the divided island....

114. UN envoy heads to Cyprus for crucial talks on peace process

UN Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo is set to visit Cyprus on February 10 for meetings with President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar, as the push for progress on the Cyprus issue continues. ...

115. Basketball initiative brings Greek- and Turkish-Cypriot girls together

A bicommunal basketball initiative, ''Youth Empowerment Through Basketball,'' was introduced on Saturday at a press event held at the Ledra Palace Hotel's outdoor basketball court in Nicosia’s buffer zone....

116. Fresh push for Cyprus solution: UN and regional talks gain momentum

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis has highlighted a fresh push to address the long-standing Cyprus issue, with recent diplomatic efforts signaling potential progress. ...

117. Greek and Turkish Cypriot expats stand united in London

A group of Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots gathered on Thursday outside the Cyprus High Commission in London....

118. EU launches €5 million scholarship fund for Turkish Cypriots

The European Commission's office in Cyprus has announced the launch of the EU Scholarship Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community for the academic year 2025–2026. ...

119. Tatar rejects Christodoulides' package on crossing points

Ersin Tatar is considering sending a letter to the UN Secretary-General....

120. Cyprus leaders discuss new crossings, including Lympia

A meeting between Greek Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar took place Thursday at the residence of UN Special Representative Colin Stewart, located at Nicosia’s airport. ...