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1. First Alzheimer’s disease-modifying treatment administered in Cyprus

Cyprus has administered its first dose of the Alzheimer's drug Donanemab, marking the introduction of a treatment designed to slow the progression of the disease in patients diagnosed at an early stage....

2. From Chatbots to Co-Workers: Why companies struggle to capture the value

The leaders are pulling away on cost, on growth, on margin. The gap is not a technology gap, it is an operating-model gap. Three failures explain the gap, and the leaders have designed around all three....

3. Five years, €1 billion and hundreds of projects: Cyprus closes its EU recovery chapter

The end of the summer marks the completion of Cyprus’ Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP), effectively closing a five-year cycle of investments and reforms....

4. New bidding system reshapes Turkish Cypriot property management

A new chapter in the management of Turkish Cypriot properties has begun with the implementation of the reform introducing competitive bidding procedures, which has been in progress since last February. In her interview with "K", the Director of the Service, Anthi Lakkotrypi, described it as a major reform....

5. Cyprus’ path to Schengen: Implications for employers

6. How to find out if the government owes you money

The online questionnaire, available at "Find benefits you may qualify for", simplifies the process of identifying financial support by filtering through dozens of state programs based on a user's personal circumstances....

7. Licensing chaos in tourism, 55% of accommodations without a license

The issue of licensing Cyprus hotels, which is a long-standing problem, casts shadows over the legality and credibility of the Cypriot tourism product, as it poses risks related to the country's reputation and visitor safety, as the Audit Office points out in a report....

8. Cyprus launches €1m effort to finally name 1974 dead after 50-year silence

A long-running effort to identify remains from Cyprus’ 1974 conflict has entered a new phase, with officials announcing the start of advanced DNA testing on bones that for decades could not be reliably analyzed....

9. PwC Foundation awards 14 scholarships once again to first-year students of the University of Cyprus and Cyprus University of Technology

For the fourth consecutive year, the PwC Foundation continues to actively support equal access to education by awarding 14 scholarships to high-achieving first-year students of the University of Cyprus (7) and the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) (7)....

10. Cyprus to receive €4.6 million in EU aid for drought-hit farmers

Cyprus is set to receive €4.6 million in emergency agricultural support after European Union member states approved a European Commission proposal to release more than €56 million from the EU’s agricultural reserve....

11. €1.26 million bid for Limassol’s iconic Thalassaki snack bar

If you've ever grabbed a coffee, ice cream, or quick bite at Thalassaki while strolling along Limassol's seafront, the latest figures linked to the popular snack bar may come as a surprise....

12. ''Gastronomos'' Awards: In Vouni supporting the regeneration of the land

Gastronomos magazine and Kathimerini are presenting the Gastronomos Quality Awards 2026 for the 12th consecutive year—an institution that honors Cypriot gastronomy, the authenticity of local products, and the dedication of producers who create them with passion and respect for tradition....

13. SPL x CIM: Future Leaders Programme

SPL Audit (Cyprus) Ltd, in collaboration with CIM Cyprus Business School, announces the launch of the SPL x CIM: Future Leaders Programme, a new initiative supporting high-potential students through scholarship opportunities and structured career pathways....

14. Mortgage-to-Rent scheme gets 180 new applications, but is it picking up?

The ''Rent Instead of Installment'' scheme, also known as ''Mortgage to Rent,'' has reopened, allowing more borrowers to apply....

15. More interest rate hikes on the way, hitting Cypriot borrowers again

The last time the European Central Bank (ECB) raised interest rates was on September 20, 2023. But all signs suggest that another increase could be coming as early as next week....

16. Schengen membership, but how?

On January 15, 2026, President Nikos Christodoulides said that ''a huge effort is underway, and by the end of 2025 we will have completed everything, with the aim that in 2026 the Republic of Cyprus will join the Schengen Area.''...

17. Heating and cooling account for 70% of household energy use in Cyprus

Heating and cooling make up around 70 per cent of household energy use in Cyprus, according to a report released on Thursday by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), which examined heat pump markets across European Union member states....

18. Visually impaired student accuses University of discrimination over practicum assessment

A dispute has emerged between the University of Cyprus and a visually impaired student who alleges she was treated unfairly during her teaching practicum, while the institution insists it provided extensive support throughout her studies....

19. New Metropolitan of Paphos elected after long standing vacancy

The Holy Synod has brought an end to a long-standing vacancy in the Metropolitan seat of Paphos, filling a position that had remained open since May 2026....

20. Pension reform moves forward, but Cypriots told to wait a little longer

Cyprus is moving a step closer to a long-promised overhaul of its pension system, with the Labour Ministry saying it plans to submit draft legislation to parliament by mid-July....

21. Israel at Eurovision

Is it right for Israel to still take part in the international song contest taking place tonight in Vienna? Is it right for artists from that country to compete normally in the Venice Biennale or for its athletes to participate in the 2028 Olympic Games?...

22. Prudently & sparingly

The fact that the Cypriot economy is showing growth does not mean the government should be handing out money freely to everyone....

23. UN criticizes Cyprus over treatment of Turkish Cypriots

A United Nations anti-racism committee has issued a series of sharp recommendations and criticisms toward Cyprus, expressing concern over what it described as obstacles faced by Turkish Cypriots in accessing equal rights compared to Greek Cypriots....

24. Dozens of solar and battery storage projects face delays over Cyprus grid capacity

Cyprus’ electricity network is struggling to keep pace with demand for new solar and battery projects, according to fresh figures released by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus Distribution System Operator....

25. No, the government is not reopening the young couples housing scheme

Confusion spread Tuesday after many people interpreted a government announcement on Cyprus’ housing scheme for young couples as a reopening or extension of the program....

26. Erdogan blames Cyprus issue and EU bias for stalled Turkey membership bid

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday pointed to Cyprus and Greece as key factors blocking Turkey’s long-standing path to European Union membership, arguing that political bias, not technical criteria, has slowed Ankara’s accession process....

27. CYSEC withdraws license from Kronstadt Asset Management

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) officially withdrew the operational license of Kronstadt Asset Management Ltd during its board meeting on March 9, 2026. ...

28. Freedom24 Wins Three Global Banking & Finance Awards 2026 for Tradernet and Neo Compliance

Freedom24, part of Freedom Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: FRHC), has been named a winner in three nominations of the 2026 Global Banking & Finance Awards, securing recognition for both its proprietary trading platform Tradernet and its AI-driven Neo Compliance framework....

29. New law allows unlicensed leisure venues to become legal

Parliament has approved a new legal framework that regulates how leisure venues are licensed and operated, replacing older legislation and expanding oversight....

30. Cyprus Legal Service exposed over €26 million in uncollected court debts

A newly released audit of Cyprus’s Legal Service for 2023–2024 describes serious inefficiencies in how court-awarded fines and costs are handled, with tens of millions of euros remaining unpaid and systemic weaknesses affecting oversight and enforcement....