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331. Turkish fighter jets violate Cyprus airspace—again

As diplomatic efforts to revive Cyprus reunification talks were unfolding in Geneva, Turkish fighter jets once again violated the Republic of Cyprus’ airspace, underscoring Ankara’s continued provocations....

332. The best bank to ever come out of Cyprus?

The management of Hellenic Bank has set an ambitious goal for the new structure that will emerge in the coming months following its consolidation with Eurobank Cyprus....

333. Protests erupt over new headscarf policy in Turkish Cypriot schools

Teachers' organizations in Cyprus are speaking out against a recent change to the country's school policies that allows girls under 18 to wear headscarves in schools. ...

334. Israeli airstrikes resume in Gaza amid stalled ceasefire talks

More than 400 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, according to Palestinian medics....

335. Authorities suspect arson as fires break out across Cyprus

Authorities in Cyprus are investigating whether a recent wave of wildfires was deliberately set, as dozens of blazes erupted over the weekend in Larnaca and Paphos....

336. Wildfire ignites in Ineia, firefighters swiftly contain the flames

A wildfire in the "Sternoua" area near Ineia scorched approximately a tenth of a hectare of shrubland before being brought under control....

337. Cyprus repatriates 18,000 migrants since Christodoulides took office

For the first time, Cyprus has managed to repatriate more migrants than those who entered the country, marking a significant shift in its migration policy...

338. Ancient Alexandria crumbles as rising seas threaten its future

Alexandria, Egypt’s historic port city, is facing an escalating crisis due to climate-driven coastal erosion and rising sea levels....

339. Kremlin signals cautious optimism on Trump’s Ukraine ceasefire proposal

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a message to former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding his proposed ceasefire in Ukraine, signaling “cautious optimism” for a potential agreement....

340. New traffic law extends deadlines and adds timers

In a recent plenary session, the House of Representatives approved several key law proposals aimed at adjusting how traffic offenses are handled in Cyprus, particularly in relation to photoelectricity cameras and traffic lights....

341. Corruption worsens in occupied Cyprus, report finds

The latest Corruption Perception Report for the occupied areas of Cyprus has painted a troubling picture, revealing a worsening trend in corruption levels....

342. A cringe-worthy moment in history

As an American living in Cyprus, I’ve watched my country’s leadership style evolve under Donald Trump, but nothing quite prepared me for the recent Oval Office encounter between Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Zelensky. ...

343. The Cypriot billionaires behind the island's rise as a global business hub

Cyprus has quietly become a magnet for some of the world's wealthiest individuals, transforming the island into a hub for global business and investment. ...

344. Larnaca Airport vendors dodge 60 cent water price cap

Travelers passing through Larnaca Airport might be surprised to find that while a government-mandated price cap sets the cost of a 500ml bottled water at just 60 cents, actually finding one at that price is a different story....

345. Pope Francis faces setback amid pneumonia battle

Pope Francis has suffered another setback in his fight against pneumonia, experiencing two acute respiratory crises on Monday that required doctors to place him back on noninvasive mechanical ventilation, the Vatican announced....

346. Cypriot students among EU’s highest in e-cigarette and hookah use

A recent European-wide survey (ESPAD) has revealed that Cypriot students rank among the highest in Europe for e-cigarette and hookah use, with 4.6% reporting daily use—well above the European average of 3.1%....

347. Greek banks continue to invest in Cyprus with new acquisitions

Greek banks are showing no signs of slowing down when it comes to investing in Cyprus. ...

348. Cyprus among EU countries lagging in gender budgeting initiatives

Cyprus stands out as one of only three European Union (EU) member states currently lacking a gender budgeting framework, alongside Estonia and Lithuania....

349. The Palestinian State that almost was, according to Ehud Olmert

Speaking in a yet-to-be-aired BBC documentary Israel and the Palestinians: The Road to 7th October, Olmert described his proposal as a historic opportunity for peace. ...

350. Faulty electrical appliances put Cypriots at risk, watchdog warns

Cyprus is facing a growing safety risk from faulty electrical appliances, with weak market controls and a lack of transparency in investigations into fires and electric shocks, according to the Cyprus Consumers’ Association....

351. Retired hens are living their best lives, and helping save Cyprus’ olive groves

In the rolling foothills of Troodos, where olive trees stretch toward the Mediterranean sun, a small army of retired hens is proving that life after egg-laying can be just as meaningful. ...

352. Cyprus Airways Announces Adjusted Schedules Due to Greek Air Traffic Control Strike

Cyprus Airways wishes to inform passengers that due to the anticipated 24-hour strike by the Hellenic Air Traffic Controllers Union (coordinated under the ADEDY general strike) on Friday, 28 February 2025,...

353. Restaurant owner shot in occupied Nicosia

A brazen armed attack on a restaurant owner in occupied Nicosia has shaken the Turkish Cypriot community, raising fresh concerns over security and organized crime in the north....

354. Putin gives green light for western companies to return, but on Russia's terms

Russian President Vladimir Putin has opened the door for Western companies to return to Russia, but not without conditions....

355. Cyprus ignored 57 EU warnings about deadly Takata airbags—Why?

Since 2019, the EU’s early warning system, Rapex-Safety Gate, has issued 57 alerts about defective Takata airbags, classifying the risk as "injuries" and warning that if deployed, metal fragments could injure or kill vehicle occupants. ...

356. Shocking report of assault in Limassol - ''They were kicking him relentlessly''

A young man was violently assaulted by a group of hooded individuals in a central area of Limassol, while the entire city was celebrating the carnival....

357. Turkish media: Discontent over Cypriot Foreign Minister's visit to Syria

358. Carnivals are a celebration of life, even during tough times

"You're only good for carnivals"—a common refrain heard every year during the Limassol Carnival, often spoken with a moralizing, didactic tone by those who disdain the mass, rambunctious, and carefree celebration....

359. Over €42,000 in uncovered payments issued in January

In January 2025, a total of €42,062 worth of bounced cheques were issued in Cyprus....

360. Cyprus goes up in smoke as Tsiknopempti takes over

If you’re flying into Cyprus today and notice a thick cloud hovering over the island, don’t worry—it’s not fog, and no, the fields aren’t on fire. It’s just Tsiknopempti, the one day a year when the entire country turns into a giant, open-air BBQ pit....