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91. Ombudswoman raises alarm over prolonged stay of unaccompanied minors at Pournara

A total of 27 unaccompanied minors have been stranded at the Pournara Temporary Reception and Accommodation Center for an average of 90 days, despite completing all necessary procedures for their transfer, according to a report by Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights Protection, Maria Stylianou-Lottides....

92. WhatsApp subject to strictest EU platform rules

WhatsApp is now among the online platforms required to comply with the European Union’s most stringent transparency regulations....

93. Cyprus government unveils €60M investment plan to boost agriculture

The Cypriot government has rolled out a €60 million investment plan designed to boost the competitiveness and sustainability of the country’s agricultural sector. ...

94. Cyprus submits report on gender equality and anti-discrimination measures

The Republic of Cyprus has submitted its 9th Periodic Report on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women....

95. The Road to Prosperity

Browsing social media I have recently come across a map showing all the countries with GDP per capita higher than Poland’s back in 1990 and in 2018....

96. Bank of Cyprus cancels plan to sell JCC Payment Systems

The process for the sale of JCC Payment Systems has been halted, bringing an end to the deal between JCC and Euronet that had been under consideration since the summer of 2024....

97. USS Oscar Austin returns to Cyprus with a strategic stop in Larnaca

The USS Oscar Austin has made a swift return to Cyprus, this time docking at Larnaca Port, just a month after its previous stop in Limassol. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer continues its mission in the region, r...

98. Cyprus court halts sale of mortgaged property

In a landmark ruling, the Nicosia District Court has suspended the sale of mortgaged properties, citing illegalities in mortgage agreements....

99. Is Cyprus' public sector too large? Hiring freeze lifted amid rising costs.

The Cyprus government is set to fully lift the ban on hiring permanent public sector employees, marking a significant shift from austerity measures imposed over a decade ago....

100. Alright, but this is the last time, says judge in Yiannakis case

The Criminal Court Judge granted a final adjournment for the hearing of former Commissioner of Volunteerism....

101. In Cyprus schools, a 'frying pan movement' collects cooking oil for fuel

Scientists in Cyprus have enlisted children to help recycle used cooking oil into biofuel, Reuters reported last week....

102. Hong Kong investor increases stake in historic Agros hotel

Foreign investor Balram Chainrai's aggressive pursuit of Agros' historic hotel continues into 2025 as he steadily increases his shareholding, bringing him closer to full control following his public takeover bid....

103. The future of STEAM: Amplifying girls’ voices and inspiring change

A landmark event celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in STEAM is set to take place on Saturday, 15 February 2025, at the University of Cyprus, titled "Empowered Futures: Celebrating Girls and Women in STEAM"....

104. Finance Minister doubts future of Cyprus-Greece interconnector project

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said on Tuesday that he is not particularly optimistic about the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) electricity interconnection project with Greece, especially while there are still serious political obstacles posed by Turkey....

105. Hotels cannot retain guest ID copies, Commissioner warns

106. Call for integrated support system for gifted children

Despo Michaelidou, the Commissioner for the Protection of Children's Rights in Cyprus, has stressed the urgent need for a comprehensive and integrated approach to supporting gifted children....

107. Consulco's newest investment opportunity, Compartment C

Consulco, a leading specialist investment manager with a distinguished 30-year history, proudly announces the launch of Compartment C of the LC London Credit AIF V.C.I.C. Public Ltd (“the London Credit Fund”). ...

108. Fewer Americans expected in Cyprus this summer as travel costs rise

Cyprus, like the rest of Europe, may see fewer American tourists this summer as high travel costs and shifting preferences push U.S. travelers to rethink their vacation plans. ...

109. EU warns of strong response to possible US tariffs

The European Union has expressed deep concern over potential US trade measures, cautioning that any tariffs imposed on European goods would trigger a firm response....

110. Cyprus ramps up efforts against illegal antiquities trafficking

Cyprus is intensifying its efforts to combat the illegal excavation, trafficking, and sale of its antiquities, especially in the Turkish-occupied territories....

111. Consulco's newest investment opportunity, Compartment C

Consulco, a leading specialist investment manager with a distinguished 30-year history, proudly announces the launch of Compartment C of the LC London Credit AIF V.C.I.C. Public Ltd (''the London Credit Fund''). ...

112. United against cancer as the nation commits to care and hope

President Nikos Christodoulides reaffirmed the state's responsibility to provide high-quality healthcare for cancer patients....

113. Greek and Turkish Cypriot expats stand united in London

A group of Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots gathered on Thursday outside the Cyprus High Commission in London....

114. EU launches €5 million scholarship fund for Turkish Cypriots

The European Commission's office in Cyprus has announced the launch of the EU Scholarship Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community for the academic year 2025–2026. ...

115. Trump orders release of secret assassination files

In a move stirring significant controversy, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the declassification of decades-old government records tied to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. ...

116. Chaos over fine notifications: 'Website operation is illegal'

A barrage of criticism from MPs has been directed at the Police for "threatening citizens" with court referrals if they fail to pay fines from the photo-enforcement system by the end of March....

117. Football clubs slam Omonia's involvement in tax talks

A group of five major Cypriot football clubs issued a joint statement following their meeting with the Tax Commissioner yesterday, clarifying their stance on overdue debts to the state and calling out certain actions they deem disruptive to the ongoing dialogue....

118. Tatar rejects Christodoulides' package on crossing points

Ersin Tatar is considering sending a letter to the UN Secretary-General....

119. Stella Kyriakides warns against U.S. withdrawal from WHO

Former European Union Commissioner for Health, Stella Kyriakides, has raised alarms over the United States' decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO)....

120. From non-aligned neutrality to pro-Western alignment

Cyprus’ foreign policy has undergone a significant transformation over the decades, moving from a stance of non-alignment to a strong pro-Western orientation, particularly after its accession to the European Union. This shift, however, was not a simple one and reflects the island’s unique political challenges....