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541. What’s behind Narendra Modi’s visit to Cyprus?

Government officials consider the upcoming official visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Cyprus this Sunday to be of particular importance for both geopolitical reasons and bilateral relations between the two countries....

542. Man rescues entangled loggerhead turtle off Akamas coast

A man out on a speedboat near the Akamas peninsula came to the rescue of a distressed loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) after spotting it tangled in a plastic bag and struggling to swim....

543. AEGEAN Launches New Round of Scholarships for Future Aircraft Engineers

AEGEAN continues to invest in the next generation of Aircraft Engineers in Greece by announcing the launch of a new cycle of its Training Scholarship program...

544. They hung Annita out to dry

What can one say about highways, marinas, ports, and other major projects that either never finish or, when they do, cost multiples and are riddled with unbelievable delays that are never properly accounted for?...

545. Quick-thinking officer pulls elderly woman and caregiver from burning apartment

A Game and Fauna Service patrol officer is being praised for rescuing two people from a burning apartment early Friday in Larnaca....

546. Petrolina participates in a beach clean-up campaign for World Environment Day

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Petrolina contributed to a series of beach clean-up activities held on Thursday, 5 June 2025, in Ayia Napa, Protaras, Larnaka and Limassol,...

547. Lidl Cyprus takes responsibility for the environment

Recognizing that protecting the environment is a responsibility we all share, Lidl Cyprus takes an active role by implementing actions that enhance environmental awareness and contribute meaningfully to addressing the climate crisis....

548. The firefighter who refused to stay silent

In one of the darkest chapters of modern Greek history, when flames engulfed the seaside town of Mati in July 2018, claiming 104 lives in a matter of hours, it wasn’t just the fire that left scars; it was the lack of response and accountability....

549. Children in special education can stay in school until age 22

Children in special education programs in Cyprus will now be allowed to remain in school until age 22, President Nikos Christodoulides announced Thursday, extending the current age limit by one year....

550. Cyprus exits EU’s macroeconomic imbalance list as Brussels urges reforms in innovation, energy, and education

Cyprus is no longer considered a country with macroeconomic imbalances, the European Commission announced Wednesday in its 2025 Spring Package, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s post-crisis economic recovery....

551. House Speaker pushes back on claims over spending

In response to public scrutiny and a report by Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras about parliamentary expenses, House Speaker Annita Dimitriou has stepped in to defend how taxpayer money is being spent, ...

552. Greece appoints seasoned diplomat as new ambassador to Cyprus

A new chapter begins at the Greek Embassy in Nicosia as veteran diplomat Constantinos Kollias officially takes over as Greece’s new ambassador to Cyprus, succeeding Ioannis Papameletiou, whose term ended after a successful tenure....

553. EY announces the appointment of 4 new partners in Cyprus

EY Cyprus is pleased to announce that its leadership team has been strengthened with the addition of four new partners:...

554. Deloitte Cyprus welcomes two new partners

Deloitte Cyprus is pleased to announce the growth of its leadership team with the appointment of two new partners, effective 1 June 2025....

555. Stella Kyriakides wins major global award for cancer advocacy

Former EU Health Commissioner Stella Kyriakidou has received international recognition for her decades-long contribution to cancer care. In a ceremony held in Chicago, she was awarded the prestigious "Yvonne 2025" Lifetime Achievement in Oncology Award, a major honor in the field....

556. Coral Energy (Shell Licensee) strengthens ties with its partners in the Cypriot market

557. Woman gives birth in hospital restroom after arriving with abdominal pain

A woman gave birth in the restroom of a private hospital in Nicosia after arriving with abdominal pain and waiting to be seen by a doctor, according to hospital officials....

558. Woman, 54, critically injured in scooter collision in Nicosia

A 54-year-old woman is in critical condition after a collision between a car and a scooter Friday afternoon in Nicosia, police said....

559. Debate over euthanasia bill draws public and political reactions

A proposed bill to legalize euthanasia in Cyprus has prompted public discussion and divided opinions among lawmakers, with supporters advocating for open dialogue and critics warning of potential risks....

560. She came back to say thank you...20 years later

Two decades ago, an 8-year-old British girl named Sophie arrived in Cyprus for a sunny holiday with her family. But what should have been a carefree vacation quickly turned into a nightmare when she collapsed shortly after landing....

561. Widespread disappearance of cats in Astromeritis raises alarm

Authorities and animal rights groups are expressing deep concern over the sudden disappearance of numerous cats in the village of Astromeritis, located in the Nicosia district....

562. From protégé to pariah: The fall of Bishop Tychikos

The Holy Synod’s decision to dismiss Tychikos from the metropolitan throne of Paphos is a product of a deeply entrenched mindset within the Church of Cyprus, one that mirrors the secular world more than it diverges from it....

563. €100 ER fee only for tourists, not GESY patients

Patients covered by Cyprus’s national health system (GESY) and other approved groups will not be affected by the recently announced €100 advance fee for Accident and Emergency Department (A\&E) visits, health officials confirmed on Tuesday....

564. Virtual reconstruction reveals Parthenon’s interior was dark and awe-inspiring

A new 3D reconstruction of the Parthenon shows that the ancient Athenian temple’s interior was much darker than previously thought, designed to inspire awe and reverence....

565. Woman rescued from sea caves in Famagusta

A woman was rescued Sunday afternoon from the Sea Caves area in Famagusta by crews from the Famagusta Fire Station, according to the Cyprus Fire Service....

566. ''I’m young, I made mistakes, I love Paphos'' - and other things bishops say when suspended

''I’m young, I made mistakes, I love Paphos, I was hoping for a second chance. No, that wasn’t Fidias speaking. Nor was it a contestant on Big Brother. That was former Bishop of Paphos Tychikos, responding to the Synod's decision to suspend him from his duties....

567. Burn marks and drawings on bodies found on children in Larissa abuse case

A 32-year-old woman accused of abusing her two young children has been remanded in custody after delivering a lengthy statement to a prosecutor in Larissa....

568. Trump calls Springsteen ''dumb as a rock''

Bruce Springsteen and Donald Trump are locked in a transatlantic war of words, and things are getting personal....

569. Cypriot mother arrested in Greece after kids found with burn marks

A disturbing case involving a 32-year-old woman originally from Cyprus has rocked the city of Larissa in Greece after her two young children were found with what appear to be cigarette burns on their bodies....

570. New Bean Bar opens in Larnaca

Bean Bar is expanding its presence in the market, spreading its unique… vibes to more and more areas across Cyprus. ...