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361. Court halts Pentakomo port project to protect endangered monk seals

In a major win for environmental protection in Cyprus, the Administrative Court has issued an interim order halting construction on a planned port in Pentakomo, citing the need to protect the area’s fragile ecosystem....

362. ''Smoking rights'' go up in flames as court backs COVID mask fine

In a recent ruling, the Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction of a man fined for refusing to wear a protective face mask during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, delivering a firm blow to challenges against public health regulations imposed under emergency powers....

363. What kind of education do we really want?

Two separate incidents last week reignited an uncomfortable but necessary question: What kind of education do we really want? ...

364. 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....

365. System failure or failure of its operators?

The recent, catastrophic failure of the Ministry of Social Welfare and the Social Welfare Services to provide necessary protection to five children is yet another example of a systemic issue, ...

366. Cyprus proves its role as crisis hub in major multinational drill (video)

Cyprus has once again positioned itself as a regional pillar of stability, completing a large-scale multinational humanitarian drill aimed at handling crises in the volatile Middle East region....

367. 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....

368. Ex-coroner shouts suicide at grieving mother in Thanasis Nicolaou case

A state forensic pathologist who originally ruled Thanasis Nicolaou’s death a suicide reportedly shouted at the victim’s grieving mother in court this week, insisting her son ''was not murdered'' and died by suicide, reigniting public outrage over the long-running case....

369. Thanasis Nikolaou’s remains to be returned to family

A court has ordered the return of the skeletal remains and forensic slides of Thanasis Nikolaou to his family, concluding a tense legal procedure on Tuesday....

370. ''Ankara, hands off!'': Thousands march in occupied areas against headscarf rule (video)

A surge of anger and resistance swept through occupied Nicosia this week as thousands of Turkish Cypriots took to the streets, pushing back against a controversial new regulation that makes the wearing of headscarves compulsory in schools....

371. Illegal ''cafés'' in Akamas start to come down

Two illegal cafés in the Akamas peninsula have finally been shut down and partially dismantled, following years of concerns about unregulated activity in one of Cyprus' most ecologically sensitive areas....

372. Turkey irked by Greece–Cyprus power cable plans near Karpathos

373. Four environmental groups accuse Forestry Department of violating Akamas protection terms

Four environmental organizations have jointly accused Cyprus’s Forestry Department of systematically violating legally binding environmental conditions related to the controversial road network upgrade in Akamas National Forest Park....

374. Korantina Homes: A Commitment to Preserving the Culture and History of Our Land

Korantina Homes, a group firmly committed to the principles of social responsibility and deeply aware of the value of Cyprus’ cultural heritage, has announced its active support for the Akamas Municipality’s initiative to build an Archaeological Museum in the area of Agios Georgios in Pegeia, an area of significant historical and archaeological importance....

375. 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, ...

376. Anastasiades breaks silence: ''My associates were not Drousiotis' sources''

In an exclusive interview, former President Nikos Anastasiades opens up about his new book, 'The Sycophant', and the ongoing feud with journalist Makarios Drousiotis....

377. Cyprus sees decline in asylum appeals but spike from high-risk nations

Cyprus recorded a notable 22% decrease in the number of new appeals by asylum seekers in 2024, according to the Legal Service's annual statistical report....

378. Hungary withdraws from International Criminal Court following Netanyahu visit

Hungary has announced that it will withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant shift in its foreign policy. ...

379. 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....

380. Time’s up! Parliament rejects President’s push to scrap traffic light timers

Cypriot MPs on Thursday pushed back against President Nikos Christodoulides’ attempt to scrap a recently passed law that would have made countdown timers mandatory at traffic lights....

381. Doctor shortages and management issues plague Famagusta General Hospital

The challenges of doctor shortages and operational inefficiencies at Famagusta General Hospital were brought before the Parliamentary Health Committee....

382. 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....

383. Cyprus’ cruise season kicks off as the Marella Discovery II sets sail from Limassol

Limassol, Cyprus, 2 April 2025: Cyprus’ cruise season kicks off today with the first call of Marella Discovery II from the Port of Limassol. ...

384. Cyprus court clears five Israelis in British woman’s rape case

A Cyprus court has acquitted five Israeli men accused of abducting and raping a British woman in the resort town of Ayia Napa....

385. 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?''...

386. Breaking news: Cyprus becomes America’s 51st state after Canada says ‘no’

In a stunning turn of events, Cyprus is officially set to become the 51st state of the United States of America....

387. 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. ...

388. New health bill ensures no more prescriptions from non-GESY doctors

The House of Representatives approved an urgent amendment to the General Healthcare System on Thursday afternoon, with 37 votes in favor and 3 against....

389. Subsidy for elderly care home accommodation increased more than 65%, from €785 to €1,300

A government subsidy for elderly care home accommodation will increase from €785 to €1,300, according to Christos Diomidous, an official with the Welfare Benefits Management Service at the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare....

390. 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.''...