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2041. Hot classrooms, hot tempers as Cyprus education faces twin crises

Just two weeks into the new school year, Cyprus’ Ministry of Education is facing fire on two fronts, from teachers resisting a new evaluation plan and from students angry over sweltering classrooms with no working air conditioners....

2042. DISY statement equating Palestinians with Israel draws ambassador’s rebuke

Palestinian Ambassador to Cyprus condemned a DISY announcement, saying it “equates the struggling Palestinian people with a state which, along with its prime minister and ministers, is internationally accused of genocide and war crimes.”...

2043. Fresh vegetable prices surge in August while seafood prices fall

Prices for fresh vegetables and greens skyrocketed in August, rising nearly 50% from the previous month, according to the Consumer Goods Price Observatory....

2044. Karolina Pelendritou wins silver in 50m freestyle at World Para Swimming Championships (VIDEO)

Cypriot swimmer Karolina Pelendritou claimed silver in the women’s 50-meter freestyle S11 final at the World Para Swimming Championships on Sunday....

2045. Students stage walkout over broken classroom air conditioners

Students across several schools in Cyprus briefly walked out of class Friday, protesting broken air conditioners in sweltering classrooms....

2046. Vassos Eliades launches IWC Schaffhausen pop-up at City of Dreams Mediterranean

Vassos Eliades Accessories Ltd, a leading retailer of luxury watches and fine jewellery in Cyprus, announces the launch of its exclusive IWC Schaffhausen pop-up store at the City of Dreams Mediterranean Resort and Casino in Limassol....

2047. Lidl launches international campaign ''Lidl. More to Value.'' with a clear message to the people

Today, Lidl launches its first international brand campaign in 31 European countries under the claim “Lidl. More to Value.”. This campaign is more than just an advertising message - it is a promise and an emotional bridge to our customers....

2048. Man accused of scamming €76K from Paphos apartment rentals

Police in Paphos have arrested a 33-year-old man accused of siphoning off more than €76,000 in rental income from apartments he was supposed to manage on behalf of their owner....

2049. Government calls anti-Gaza war graffiti hate speech, orders them erased

Cyprus’ government is under fire after instructing municipalities to remove graffiti and slogans criticizing the war in Gaza, labeling them as hate speech....

2050. UEFA to decide if Israeli teams can play in Europe

The future of Israeli football teams in European competitions hangs in the balance as UEFA’s Executive Committee meets tomorrow to consider potential exclusion....

2051. Trump slaps $100,000 fee on skilled worker visas

President Donald Trump has signed an order that will require companies to pay $100,000 to bring in new H-1B skilled workers from abroad, ...

2052. UK, Canada, Australia recognize Palestine, shaking up western diplomacy

The United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia have officially recognized Palestine as a state, following in the footsteps of countries across the Global South. ...

2053. Man arrested over assault on mobile camera operator

A 36-year-old man was arrested Sunday after allegedly assaulting a Brinks camera operator and causing damage to equipment, police said....

2054. Palestinian state in limbo as UN report accuses Israel of genocide

The prospect of an independent Palestinian state is under severe strain as Israel continues military operations in Gaza, a UN report alleges constitute genocide....

2055. Consensus on COLA appears out of reach as legal concerns mount

The government faces mounting uncertainty over its “COLA for all” pledge, as a legal opinion obtained by employer organizations suggests universal application of the Cost-of-Living Allowance (COLA) in the private sector would be unconstitutional....

2056. Government moves forward with divisive legal and audit changes

The Cypriot government is pressing forward with major reforms to the Legal and Audit Services despite mounting disputes from legal authorities, professional associations and state officials....

2057. Cyprus risks missing entry into U.S. Visa Waiver Program

Cyprus risks missing its chance to join the United States Visa Waiver Program this year, despite meeting all technical requirements and securing bilateral agreements....

2058. All eyes on the spud as Xylophagou hosts International Potato Festival

Yesterday’s International Potato Festival once again proved that this humble crop holds a place of honor in the heart of the Red Soil Villages....

2059. The great wind-off begins: A blustery weekend with a warm welcome

A ''seasonal low pressure system'' has decided to grace our area with its presence. ...

2060. Lack of teacher interest threatens all-day schools

Optional All-Day Schools will reopen on Monday, but education officials are already warning of serious staffing problems that could undermine the program....

2061. Cyprus set to break €8 billion in tax revenue in 2025

Cyprus is on track to rake in more than €8 billion in tax revenue this year, up from €7.4 billion in 2024, a milestone that underscores the Tax Department’s push for better compliance and modernization....

2062. INS Trikand arrives in Cyprus: India’s warship opens to the public

A state-of-the-art Indian warship is set to dock in Limassol later this month, highlighting the growing defense and maritime partnership between India and Cyprus....

2063. Jordi van den Bussche at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

2064. 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....

2065. Social worker at youth shelter assaulted in Nicosia

A social worker at a youth shelter in Nicosia was attacked Monday evening by a resident, prompting sharp criticism from PASODY and the Social Services Staff Union over the safety of staff and children in state care....

2066. Photographer reveals alarming litter crisis in Cyprus’ Akamas Peninsula

Footage from photographer and popular content creator Bora Markovic has drawn attention to a mounting litter problem in the Akamas Peninsula....

2067. Tuition spike hits Cypriot students in Bulgaria, diplomatic intervention sought

Cypriot students studying in Bulgaria are sounding the alarm over significant tuition increases announced by several Bulgarian universities. ...

2068. Are we sleepwalking?

I often wonder how people who lived our lives in the 1910s or the 1930s felt. Did they experience the same uncertainty and fear we feel today?...

2069. 15-year-old girl found in car with 39-year-old man and drugs

A 15-year-old girl was discovered Thursday morning in a car in Limassol alongside a 39-year-old man and bags of what police say could be illegal drugs, sparking a major investigation....

2070. Drama in Nicosia as man arrested with shotgun

Police in Nicosia rushed to a tense scene Thursday afternoon after reports of a man armed with a shotgun inside a building and threatening another person....