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331. Students stand by teachers in headscarf showdown

Students at Bekirpaşa High School made a bold statement on Monday, showing up to class dressed in black T-shirts to support their teachers in an ongoing dispute over a controversial new rule allowing headscarves in schools....

332. ''Smoking rights'' go up in flames as court backs COVID mask fine

In a recent ruling, the Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction of a man fined for refusing to wear a protective face mask during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, delivering a firm blow to challenges against public health regulations imposed under emergency powers....

333. IMF: Cyprus public sector salaries 27% higher than private sector

In a recent report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the gap between salaries in the public and private sectors in Cyprus has been laid bare; public sector wages are 27% higher, with the discrepancy reaching 32% among those with higher education qualifications....

334. Buffer zone tensions and crossing point deadlocks test peace process

The period following the informal five-party summit in Geneva and the subsequent meeting of the two Cypriot leaders on the island is shaping up to be a diplomatically crucial time. ...

335. Fairy tales about benefits and other wild stories

Certain catchy lies continue to circulate in our public discourse. Lies that, no matter what, simply refuse to die....

336. Israeli army leads civilian tours inside occupied Syrian land

In a move sparking international attention, and concern, Israel’s army is leading guided tours for civilians deep into occupied Syrian land, turning former conflict zones into hiking destinations....

337. Trump’s tariffs aren’t the real threat, Cyprus needs a wake-up call

The first reaction in Cyprus to Trump’s tariffs was the worry that halloumi, salt, and olive oil would become more expensive....

338. Luxury villas in occupied North selling for millions, but not for the locals

Ultra-luxury villas in the occupied areas of Cyprus are being snapped up for eye-watering prices, with some homes going for as much as £6 million (or over 300 million Turkish lira), particularly in sought-after locations like Kyrenia and Trikomo....

339. Cyprus lawmakers say no more slaps on the wrist for animal cruelty cases

People who abuse animals in Cyprus could soon face much tougher consequences after Parliament passed a new law late Thursday aimed at cracking down on cruelty....

340. Six killed in NYC helicopter crash, including Siemens executive and family (video)

A sightseeing helicopter ride turned tragic Thursday when a chopper crashed into the Hudson River off Manhattan, killing all six people on board — including a senior Siemens executive and his family....

341. ''Smart'' bus stops marred by vandalism and installation blunders

Controversy continues to plague the rollout of Cyprus’s new “smart” bus stops, as reports of sluggish installation are now joined by incidents of vandalism and public mockery....

342. Paphos Mayor slams delayed autopsy for 62-year-old man

Paphos Mayor Phedon Phedonos on Thursday criticized the Health Ministry and state forensic pathologists over what he described as an unacceptable delay in performing an autopsy on a 62-year-old man who died Wednesday....

343. ''The Living Chiofta'' by Mike Hajimichael: A different book launch

During the pandemic lockdown, creativity flourished, and what started as an everyday collection of Cypriot words and memories, turned into a daily podcast....

344. A bright future for Cyprus’ cruise industry

Cyprus’ cruise industry has been impacted by several events of the past few years. The Covid-19 pandemic was a significant setback, bringing operations to a near halt for extended periods. ...

345. Bus driver tests positive for drugs before school trip

In a shocking turn of events on Thursday morning, a bus driver in Paphos was found to be under the influence of drugs just moments before he was scheduled to transport students on a field trip....

346. Limassol police officer injured in midnight shovel showdown

Things got unexpectedly medieval in Limassol in the early hours of Thursday, when a routine traffic camera check turned into a shovel-wielding showdown....

347. Macron paves the way for France to recognize Palestinian state in June

French President Emmanuel Macron has signaled that France may officially recognize a Palestinian state as early as June....

348. Lawyer files complaint over alleged police abuse of minor

A Larnaca-based attorney has filed a complaint over what he described as the “unlawful arrest and inhumane treatment” of a minor by members of the Larnaca Police Department....

349. ''They’re kissing my ass'': Trump boasts about trade talks (video)

In true Donald Trump fashion, the former U.S. President lit a firestorm overnight, not with policy, but with his words....

350. ''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....

351. Cyprus woos Wall Street as bankers back presidential pitch in the U.S.

Cypriot bankers have expressed their satisfaction with President Christodoulides' recent visit to the United States, where he promoted Cyprus as an attractive destination for investment. ...

352. Illegal ''cafés'' in Akamas start to come down

Two illegal cafés in the Akamas peninsula have finally been shut down and partially dismantled, following years of concerns about unregulated activity in one of Cyprus' most ecologically sensitive areas....

353. 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....

354. Aegean and Olympic Air Announce Flight Disruptions Due to April 9 Strike

AEGEAN and Olympic Air would like to inform all passengers that because of the participation of the Hellenic Air Traffic Controllers Association in the 24-hour general strike announced by ADEDY on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, are obliged to cancel or adjust scheduled flights of the domestic and international network....

355. Education Ministry investigating Nazi salute incident at Famagusta school

The Ministry of Education has launched an investigation into claims that students performed Nazi salutes at a secondary school in Famagusta....

356. Former volunteer commissioner’s forged letter of recommendation in court

In the latest chapter of what could rival any courtroom drama, the trial of former Volunteer Commissioner Yiannis Giannakis took an unexpected turn today, with a forgery scandal adding fuel to an already intense legal battle. ...

357. EU offered zero-for-zero tariff deal before Trump’s trade war

The European Union says it tried to stop a trade war before it started, offering Donald Trump a clean-slate deal to scrap tariffs on cars and a bunch of industrial goods. But the U.S. didn’t bite. Now the EU is done waiting....

358. Turkey irked by Greece–Cyprus power cable plans near Karpathos

359. Public Works denies bus shelter scandal as Auditor General probes €61M project

The Department of Public Works has firmly denied allegations of a scandal surrounding the ongoing €61.6 million national bus shelter upgrade project, following accusations raised by AKEL MP Kostas Kosta during a heated session of the Parliamentary Transport Committee....

360. Four environmental groups accuse Forestry Department of violating Akamas protection terms

Four environmental organizations have jointly accused Cyprus’s Forestry Department of systematically violating legally binding environmental conditions related to the controversial road network upgrade in Akamas National Forest Park....