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211. Goodbye boarding passes? Air travel set for high-tech transformation

The days of fumbling through your bag for a boarding pass or waiting in long check-in lines at the airport may soon be over....

212. 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....

213. 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....

214. 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....

215. Winds of (Easter) change: Cyprus preps for a breezy, bumpy weekend

Good morning, Cyprus! It’s Friday, the weekend is within arm’s reach, and Easter is just a hop, skip and a 'tsougrisma' away. But before we bust out the lamb skewers and red eggs, let’s talk weather....

216. Turkey says Eastern Mediterranean power cable project cannot proceed

The Turkish Ministry of Defense said Thursday there is no change in its position regarding energy projects in the Eastern Mediterranean that it views as infringing on Turkish rights and interests....

217. Court upholds denial of Cypriot citizenship to individual from mixed marriage

The Supreme Constitutional Court of Cyprus has upheld a decision to deny citizenship to a woman born in the Turkish-occupied north of the island, highlighting national security concerns linked to her parentage in a mixed marriage....

218. Two worlds, one journey: Cyprus meets Cambodia

Cyprus and Cambodia may be worlds apart, but they’re finding common ground in a shared mission: to redefine travel, trade, and cultural exchange....

219. Green Agenda Summit: Removing the Speed Bumps

Agenda Cy, in collaboration with Kathimerini newspaper, is proud to announce the 2nd Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, to be held on May 19, 2025, at the Hilton Hotel in Nicosia....

220. 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....

221. 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....

222. AEGEAN proactively offers enhanced flexibility for those planning to travel on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, until the air traffic control strike is finalized

AEGEAN and Olympic Air would like to inform all passengers with tickets for Wednesday, April 9, 2025, that, due to the possibility of a strike following the participation of air traffic controllers in the upcoming 24-hour strike by ADEDY, ...

223. Cyprus' social welfare services under fire amid rising failures and tragic cases

Cyprus’ Social Welfare Services (SWS) are facing deep-rooted problems that have been simmering for years, and these issues are now putting vulnerable people at serious risk....

224. Cyprus’ underrated multicolored identity

It’s both disheartening and a little absurd, but the only place I have personally encountered nearly all the languages spoken in Cyprus is… IKEA in Nicosia....

225. 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....

226. 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....

227. 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....

228. Nicosia Mayor: No plans to cancel U of Cyprus lease for Faneromeni school

The lease agreement allowing the University of Cyprus to use the historic Faneromeni School building will not be canceled, Nicosia Mayor Charalambos Prontzos confirmed to K on Monday, dismissing speculation about a potential change of plans....

229. 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....

230. Cypriot leaders agree to form Bicommunal Youth Technical Committee

Cypriot leaders have agreed to establish a ''Bicommunal Youth Technical Committee'' to encourage dialogue and cooperation among young people from both communities....

231. 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?''...

232. Audit exposes gaps in Health Ministry’s grant and payment systems

In a recent audit by the Auditor General on the Ministry of Health's activities for 2022 and 2023, a number of financial discrepancies and issues have come to light, particularly in the way grants were distributed and payments were handled. ...

233. 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. ...

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

235. Smart meters to help Cyprus households save on energy bills

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is pressing ahead with its smart meter rollout, bringing even more households the ability to track and manage their electricity use. ...

236. 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.''...

237. 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....

238. 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. ...

239. 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. ...

240. EU tells citizens to stock up on food and essentials

The European Union is urging people to keep at least three days’ worth of food, water, and basic supplies in case of a crisis. The warning comes as Europe faces growing security risks, including Russia’s war in Ukraine, rising tensions with other global powers, and threats to critical infrastructure....