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1. Cyprus government offers 72-month tax debt plan as billions in old debts loom

The government is rolling out a new 72-installment plan to help individuals and businesses settle long-standing debts to the tax office and social security funds, in one of its biggest debt restructuring moves in years....

2. Thursday weather forecast: Dusty skies and rising clouds signal a turn in the weather

The atmosphere is beginning to shift, with a low-pressure system slowly edging into the region and bringing with it a familiar companion: dust....

3. Hazardous air quality in Cyprus linked to dust, not Middle East conflict

Concern has been growing over whether ongoing conflicts in the Middle East could be affecting local air quality. Many people have questioned if harmful substances might be traveling through the atmosphere and mixing with the dust that frequently blankets the island....

4. Cyprus prepares to lose an hour of sleep...again

Cyprus will officially enter daylight saving time this Sunday, March 29, the annual moment when the country collectively agrees to sacrifice one hour of sleep in exchange for longer evenings and the vague promise of improved productivity....

5. Russian envoy criticises NATO build-up near Cyprus

The Russian ambassador to Cyprus has expressed concern over the reported build-up of NATO forces in the eastern Mediterranean near the island, warning that increased military activity risks further destabilising an already tense region....

6. Thursday forecast: A very strong attitude and a side of Sahara

If you thought the wind was done with its morning workout, think again. While we’re still technically under weak high pressure, the atmosphere is currently acting like it’s had one too many espressos....

7. Farmers demand end to mass slaughter of healthy animals and push for nationwide vaccination

A nationwide vaccination campaign against foot-and-mouth disease is intensifying across Cyprus as agricultural organizations meet with President Nikos Christodoulides today to demand changes to the current strategy for tackling the outbreak....

8. Supermarket sales surge as shoppers keep spending

Cyprus’ supermarket sector closed out 2025 on a strong note, underscoring its resilience even in a fiercely competitive market....

9. Thessaloniki breaks ground on €40 million Holocaust Museum

Thessaloniki is taking a historic step toward finally commemorating the city’s Jewish community with the construction of a Holocaust Museum, following decades of devastation and silence. On Friday, the Jewish Community of Thessaloniki signed a key agreement with construction firm METKA, paving the way for the €40 million project....

10. Even in Cyprus’s Dead Zone, life finds a way to be cultivated

In Evrychou, located inside the Dead Zone, has remained untouched by pesticides, fertilizers, or modern agricultural intervention....

11. The rise of ''dumbphones'' signals a digital breaking point

They are sarcastically called ''dumbphones'', and lately they’ve been gaining popularity among digitally exhausted people who want less wasted time, fewer distractions, and more life away from screens. ...

12. First flamingos of the season return to Larnaca while their numbers continue to decline

The winter arrival of flamingos has been recorded at Larnaca Salt Lake, one of Cyprus’ most important wetlands. Each year, the island’s wetlands host a significant portion of the Eastern Mediterranean’s migratory flamingo population, with numbers peaking during the colder months....

13. Same contractors, same delays in Cyprus' public works

The Auditor General’s latest report on public construction projects has confirmed what many in Cyprus already suspected: major public works are often delayed, and a small number of contractors dominate the market....

14. Big three builders dominate Cyprus’ public works, and the delays keep piling up

A new report by the Auditor General has confirmed what many in the construction world have been whispering for years: that a handful of “national contractors” are calling the shots when it comes to Cyprus’ biggest public works projects....

15. Russia accused of election interference in Moldova as Kremlin claims NATO threat

A secret Russian-backed network is attempting to disrupt Moldova’s upcoming parliamentary elections, while Moscow has accused the European Union of plotting to “occupy” the country....

16. Ban on mobile phones in Dutch schools boosts student focus, study finds

A government study in the Netherlands has found that banning mobile phones and other electronic devices in schools has helped students concentrate better in class....

17. 25th Petrolina Annual General Meeting

On Thursday, the 19th of June, the 25th Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited took place....

18. Desalination lifeline arrives from UAE as island braces for summer drought

Mobile desalination units from the United Arab Emirates arrived in Cyprus over the weekend and are now being transported to Limassol and Paphos, just in time to help the island meet soaring water demand during the summer tourist season....

19. Cyprus slips in Blue Flag rankings but holds firm on coastal quality

Cyprus saw a slight decline in its internationally recognized beach quality ratings this year, with 64 beaches and two marinas receiving Blue Flag certification for 2025, down from 76 beaches in 2024....

20. Today's weather brings a taste of summer with a chance of showers

A touch of summer warmth sets the tone today, as inland temperatures climb to 30°C....

21. Cypriot dancer sets new world record for glasses balanced on head (VIDEO)

Cypriot dancer Dinos Kkantis has once again etched his name in the Guinness World Records, this time by balancing an astonishing 468 glasses on his head during a performance organized by the Municipality of Aradippou....

22. Monday forecast: Clouds, dust, and the relentless pursuit of coffee

Good morning to everyone who heroically got out of bed today despite the gravitational pull of the weekend. If you're already on your fifth cup of coffee and still contemplating a nap, you're not alone, and you're definitely not imagining that sluggish vibe in the air. It's not just you. It's also the weather....

23. 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!...

24. Dusty skies and a springtime heatwave...again!

Welcome to another episode of ''Cyprus Weather: The Never-Ending Roller Coaster.'' Just as we were getting used to the cool, fresh air, here comes the heat, and the dust, to remind us who's boss....

25. Freedom24 Chess Academy has opened in Limassol

Freedom24 Chess Academy was officially inaugurated in Limassol on March 1. Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., encouraged the young participants to strive for new heights in chess. ...

26. Modernist landmark in Nicosia faces demolition

The demolition of yet another modernist landmark in Cyprus has reignited concerns over the preservation of the island’s architectural heritage. ...

27. Despite arrest warrant, Netanyahu granted 'free' access to Auschwitz ceremony

Poland has confirmed that it will grant Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, free access to the upcoming 80th anniversary commemoration of the Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation....

28. Study reveals high-dose IV vitamin C combined with chemotherapy improves survival in advanced pancreatic cancer

29. Greece revamps military for speed, efficiency, and tech

In a sweeping overhaul of its military structure, Greece is set to streamline its armed forces with a bold new ''Force Structure'' plan....

30. Cyprus’ endless love affair with unfinished projects

''Oh Prometheus, if only you knew how much you’ve cost us, you’d blush with shame. Yet no one involved seems to care. In any case, full sails ahead.''...