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1291. FBI urges Cyprus to use digital tech in fight against financial crime

Cyprus is facing increasing pressure to overhaul its approach to financial crime and sanctions evasion, following the release of a crucial report from the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice. ...

1292. Cyprus’ tech boom boosts the economy by €7 Billion

For years, Cyprus’ economy leaned heavily on tourism and professional services, but the rapid rise of technology companies is reshaping the island’s financial landscape....

1293. From the 51st state to 50 shades of cloudy

After briefly considering a life under American sunshine (thanks to yesterday’s April Fool’s gag), Cyprus wakes up today to a more ''European'' forecast—complete with unpredictable weather, moody clouds, and just enough rain to remind us we’re still in the Mediterranean, not Miami....

1294. Hollywood icon, Val Kilmer, dead at 65

Val Kilmer, the celebrated actor known for Top Gun, Batman Forever, and The Doors, has passed away at 65 due to pneumonia. His daughter, Mercedes, confirmed the news, noting that Kilmer had battled throat cancer since 2014, undergoing chemotherapy and a trachea surgery that impacted his speech and breathing....

1295. Rossini’s Stabat Mater to stir hearts in Nicosia and Limassol

As Cyprus prepares for Holy Week, a musical masterpiece is set to take center stage, offering audiences a deeply moving experience....

1296. Severe storms batter Cyclades, Athens braces for impact

A fierce storm has swept across Greece, leaving parts of the Cyclades Islands underwater and causing chaos in several regions....

1297. Breaking news: Cyprus becomes America’s 51st state after Canada says ‘no’

In a stunning turn of events, Cyprus is officially set to become the 51st state of the United States of America....

1298. Welfare Services had contact with Larnaca family but found no prior reports of abuse or exploitation

1299. From water woes to bank bets, here are the stories to follow

1300. Major truck collision on Nicosia-Limassol highway causes fire and traffic disruption

A serious traffic accident occurred earlier today on the Nicosia-Limassol highway at the Kofinou-Skarinou intersection, involving two trucks....

1301. Alpha Services acquires AXIA Ventures

Alpha Services and Holdings has announced an agreement to acquire AXIA Ventures Group, aiming to form the leading investment banking and capital markets company in Greece and Cyprus. ...

1302. Bank of Cyprus: Best Private Bank 2025 – Succeeds in Two More Important Awards from Euromoney

The Bank of Cyprus has received two important awards in 2025 that rank it as the best private bank in Cyprus at the Excellence Awards by the prestigious international magazine Euromoney. Both awards highlight the bank’s exceptional Private and Affluent banking services....

1303. Building on farm of alleged child abuser destroyed in fire

The fire department was placed on high alert after a fire erupted in a livestock unit in the Larnaca district at 12:30 a.m. on Monday, March 31....

1304. Big pharma challenges EU over wastewater treatment costs

A legal battle is unfolding between the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries and the European Union over who should bear the financial burden of urban wastewater treatment....

1305. Meta's AI has suddenly started appearing on Cypriot phones...what exactly is it?

Meta’s new advanced AI chatbot has recently launched in Cyprus, appearing across all of the company’s apps, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp....

1306. New health bill ensures no more prescriptions from non-GESY doctors

The House of Representatives approved an urgent amendment to the General Healthcare System on Thursday afternoon, with 37 votes in favor and 3 against....

1307. Cyprus Parliament rejects new dog welfare regulations

In a surprising move, Cyprus' Parliament has voted to reject the ''Animal Protection and Welfare (Keeping Dogs for Private Non-Commercial Purposes) Regulations of 2022.''...

1308. Cyprus surges ahead amid global economic headwinds

It’s hard to overstate the progress Cyprus has made in recent years. Once overshadowed by economic turmoil, the island has emerged as a standout in the Mediterranean, blending resilience with opportunity....

1309. Join Us and Speak Up for Stray Animals

Stray animals may not have a voice, but we can speak for them. On April 4th, World Stray Animal Day, radio stations LOVE FM 100.7, DEEJAY RADIO 93.5, and ΣΠΟΡ FM 95.0 will host a special live broadcast to raise awareness and support for the strays....

1310. Welcome home, Panagis!

After a long journey and months of care, Panagis, the Mediterranean monk seal who captured hearts last year, is finally heading back to the Cypriot seas. ...

1311. FBI delivers money laundering report on Cyprus. So what happens now?

After nine months of collaboration between the U.S. team and Cypriot authorities, the long-awaited FBI report on money laundering and sanctions evasion has finally reached the government. ...

1312. 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....

1313. 190,000 unpaid traffic fines as deadline looms on March 31st

With the deadline fast approaching, a staggering 190,000 unpaid traffic fines remain unsettled under Cyprus' photocertification system. Drivers have until Monday, March 31, to pay, or they will face criminal prosecution without further delay, ...

1314. 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. ...

1315. Eurobank’s €1.3B move creates Cyprus’ largest bank

Eurobank Group’s €1.3 billion investment in Hellenic Bank is set to reshape Cyprus' banking landscape, creating the country’s largest financial institution with total assets of €27.5 billion....

1316. Countdown to chaos: Cyprus’ traffic light fiasco

The government has been given an ultimatum: install countdown timers at traffic lights equipped with cameras within six months—or shut down the traffic camera system entirely. ...

1317. From sun worship to rain dance...we are not amused!

OK, people of Cyprus (or should I say, my dear children of Aphrodite, proud descendants of the ancient Cypriot sun-worshippers and halloumi connoisseurs), I have some good news and some bad news....

1318. New solar park in Sotira with 6,534 kW capacity

The Environmental Authority has approved the development of a 6,534 kW solar park within the administrative boundaries of the Sotira Community, in the Famagusta District....

1319. Grate news: Cyprus sets firm limits on blended halloumi

The Cyprus Dairy Producers’ Association has welcomed a new government decree that sets limits on the amount of blended halloumi cheese allowed in production....

1320. Toyota Cyprus steps up airbag replacements ahead of deadline

Toyota is intensifying efforts to replace defective Takata airbags across Cyprus, aiming to meet the looming deadline set by the Ministry of Transport....