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1. Strong winds in the forecast - temperatures at 19°C

A weak low-pressure system is currently affecting the region....

2. Tourists are flocking to Cyprus this Easter: Here's what's driving the surge

Tourism officials are expressing cautious optimism about Cyprus’ 2025 Easter holiday season, with early bookings and rising airport traffic pointing to another strong year for the island’s travel sector....

3. Thanasis Nikolaou’s remains to be returned to family

A court has ordered the return of the skeletal remains and forensic slides of Thanasis Nikolaou to his family, concluding a tense legal procedure on Tuesday....

4. Teen dies from meningitis in Nicosia hospital

A 17-year-old student being treated for meningitis at Nicosia General Hospital has died. The teenager had been in intensive care and passed away early Wednesday morning....

5. ''Ankara, hands off!'': Thousands march in occupied areas against headscarf rule (video)

A surge of anger and resistance swept through occupied Nicosia this week as thousands of Turkish Cypriots took to the streets, pushing back against a controversial new regulation that makes the wearing of headscarves compulsory in schools....

6. EU strikes back at Trump’s tariffs, opens door to China

The European Union is firing back at Washington’s trade aggression with its own round of tariffs, as Brussels prepares a united front in response to former President Donald Trump’s protectionist push....

7. Cyprus gets 'blown away' by Spring as a breezy midweek mix arrives

Did you know? The Beaufort Wind Scale, which we use to describe wind strength, was actually invented in the early 1800s by a British naval officer who wanted sailors to stop arguing about how windy it was. ...

8. First dam at risk of drying up, and soon

The latest data from the Water Development Department bring Cyprus one step closer to the grim prospect of dry dams, possibly by the end of 2025, according to official estimates....

9. Macron brings star power to Cypriot chef’s Greek restaurant in Paris

It’s not every day that the President of France and the First Lady step out for a quiet dinner — and it’s even more special when that dinner is at a Greek restaurant run by a celebrated Cypriot chef....

10. Scientists bring Dire wolf back to life after 12,000 years

For centuries, the dire wolf was relegated to the pages of fantasy novels and the ancient bones of North America....

11. Counting down to Easter... and still battling the dust

It’s only Tuesday, but we’re already dreaming of chocolate eggs, family feasts, and a few glorious days off. Easter break is creeping closer, and with a bit of luck, so is some decent weather. We just have to survive the week—and that includes dealing with the one thing we didn’t ask for: more dust....

12. Easter celebration full of surprises from Lidl Cyprus

The beloved Lidl Food Academy in the heart of Nicosia is once again wearing its ''Easter gear'' and welcomes both children and adults on Sunday, April 13, for a wonderful day full of Easter flavours, happy activities and many surprises!...

13. The East Med Marine & Offshore Exhibition Returns!

The heart of the maritime and offshore industry is beating once again in Limassol! The East Med Marine & Offshore Exhibition, the premier event for industry professionals, will return for its 11th edition on April 24-25, 2025, at the stunning GrandResort Hotel....

14. Anastasiades breaks silence: ''My associates were not Drousiotis' sources''

In an exclusive interview, former President Nikos Anastasiades opens up about his new book, 'The Sycophant', and the ongoing feud with journalist Makarios Drousiotis....

15. Trump’s tariff blitz threatens Cyprus’ push for U.S. investments

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s dramatic declaration of a ''Liberation” Day'', marked by the sudden imposition of 20% tariffs on imports from the European Union, as well as from Japan, India, Switzerland and China, has sent shockwaves across global markets and ignited fresh fears of a prolonged U.S.-Europe economic standoff....

16. Violent confrontation in Oroklini leaves man seriously injured, infant hospitalized (videos)

A violent confrontation erupted on Saturday at an apartment complex in Oroklini, Larnaca, leaving a foreign man seriously injured and a 9-month-old infant hospitalized as a precaution....

17. AEGEAN hosts Open Days for cabin crew members on April 11th and 12th in Athens

AEGEAN seeks new cabin crew members and hosts Open Days on Friday, April 11th and Saturday, April 12th at the Electra Metropolis Athens Hotel. The event offers a great chance to build a new career with the Greek flag carrier. ...

18. Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

Torrential rain hammered parts of Cyprus on Friday afternoon, turning streets into rivers and creating flash floods that caused traffic chaos and panic in several areas....

19. Cyprus kicks off 2025 with tourism boom as revenues jump 53% in January

Tourism in Cyprus is off to a flying start in 2025, with January’s revenue soaring to €69.2 million, a 53.1% jump compared to the same month last year, according to the latest figures from the Statistical Service’s Traveler Survey....

20. KIDDOM: Limassol's ultimate family playground

A fresh chapter of family fun has begun in Limassol with the exciting transformation of Masterland into KIDDOM, a revamped playground that's all about fun, laughter, and quality time for the whole family!...

21. Cyprus faces uncertainty as Trump’s tariffs target global trade

In a dramatic move that has sent shockwaves through global trade, US President Donald Trump has imposed hefty tariffs on imports from several key countries, ...

22. 12,000 citizenship applications stuck in limbo amid processing delays

A backlog of 12,000 citizenship applications has raised serious concerns about the efficiency of Cyprus’ immigration and residence permit processing system....

23. Thunder, paws & beats. It's a World Stray Animals Day forecast!

Good morning, Cyprus, it’s Friday, April 4, 2025. Yes, it’s Friday!!! Yayyyyy!!! The weekend is finally upon us, and while the weather may be playing hard to get, we’ve got something to brighten even the stormiest of days....

24. Doctor shortages and management issues plague Famagusta General Hospital

The challenges of doctor shortages and operational inefficiencies at Famagusta General Hospital were brought before the Parliamentary Health Committee....

25. Wizz Air unveils bold customer-first overhaul with €14 billion investment

Wizz Air, recognized as the most environmentally sustainable airline in EMEA, is taking customer experience to new heights with the launch of its Customer First transformation plan. The initiative, backed by a massive €14 billion investment over the next three years, aims to enhance every stage of the travel experience—from booking to landing....

26. Cyprus’ cruise season kicks off as the Marella Discovery II sets sail from Limassol

Limassol, Cyprus, 2 April 2025: Cyprus’ cruise season kicks off today with the first call of Marella Discovery II from the Port of Limassol. ...

27. Like it or not, Cyprus must investigate migrant pushback claims by 2026

Cyprus will be required to investigate complaints of illegal migrant pushbacks starting in June 2026 under new European legislation, a European Commission spokesperson confirmed. ...

28. Bye-bye dust, hello sunshine (almost!)

Good morning and happy Thursday! If you’ve been sneezing your way through the week, here’s some good news—the dust is finally clearing, and we’re heading for a (slightly) warmer weekend....

29. Millions spent, promises made—but children still suffer in silence

''What’s the goal here? To have food on the table for a day or two, or to ensure there's always food on the table?''...

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