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1. President pushes technical schools as ''real path'' for students, not second choice

President Nikos Christodoulides is trying to shift a long-standing mindset in Cyprus: that technical schools are not a “second option" but a real and important path for students’ futures....

2. IMF warns Cyprus against costly energy measures and foreclosure delays

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued clear warnings and observations about the Cypriot economy following the conclusion of its mission to the country, which took place from the last 10 days of April through early May. ...

3. Parliament rules: No more wasted solar power

In a move that will come as a relief to thousands of households across Cyprus, Parliament has stepped in to stop extra solar energy from simply disappearing....

4. 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....

5. Half of Cyprus got breached because nobody owns access

The Digital Security Authority recently reported that one in two people and businesses in Cyprus experienced a cyberattack last year. The statistic made headlines briefly, then disappeared from conversation....

6. Audit service sounds alarm on Nicosia’s 14-year eye sore

A half-finished building on Spyros Kyprianou Avenue in Nicosia has stood as a city eyesore for 14 years, drawing the Audit Service’s criticism and raising broader questions about how Cyprus handles unfinished construction....

7. Supreme Court upholds extradition of Russian national to Russia

The Supreme Court of Cyprus has dismissed an application filed by a detained Russian citizen seeking to block his extradition to the Russian Federation, where he is wanted to stand trial on large-scale tax evasion charges....

8. Heavy rains continue, flooding roads and homes across Cyprus (photos)

Heavy rains are drenching Cyprus, bringing relief to some after weeks of concern over water levels but also creating disruptions and safety risks as the storm system Byron moves across the island....

9. Stablecoins on the rise: Bridging crypto chaos and traditional finance

Stablecoin promises to bring together the best of both worlds: the efficiency of blockchain and the benefits of decentralized finance, paired with the trust inherent in traditional currencies....

10. Cyprus’ women step into the ring and into their power

In gyms across Cyprus, a quiet revolution is underway. Women, once told boxing “wasn’t for them”, are lacing up gloves, stepping onto the canvas, and dismantling generations-old stereotypes with every jab and uppercut....

11. Tuesday's forecast: A clear case of indecision

We're currently under the influence of a weak high-pressure system. Yes, weak. Apparently, it couldn't muster the energy to be a strong pressure system, bless its cotton socks....

12. Argentina’s ''rock star'' president struggles to hit the right note (video)

Javier Milei, Argentina’s self-styled ''rock star president,'' took to a Buenos Aires arena Monday night hoping to turn boos into applause. Leather jacket? Check. Wild hair? Check. A crowd chanting his name like he was Mick Jagger reincarnated? Double check....

13. Weather forecast: Sunshine on default, clouds considering auditions

A seasonal low-pressure system is still making itself at home, ensuring the forecast comes with just enough drama to keep things interesting....

14. Weather forecast: Clear skies, clouds on cameo duty

A seasonal low-pressure system is still hanging around, acting like it owns the place....

15. BOC reports €235M in profits, but what does that actually mean for the rest of us?

16. Woman battles to save her home despite bureaucratic silence

Despite never missing a payment, Elena Yasemidou is on the brink of losing her home. She's a victim, she says, of bureaucratic neglect and heartless inflexibility....

17. Good news for borrowers as ECB to cut interest rates

The European Central Bank (ECB) is widely expected to cut its key interest rates by 0.25% this Thursday, a move that could bring welcome relief for borrowers and banks in Cyprus. ...

18. Major win for borrowers as court orders banks to stop using abusive loan terms

Thousands of borrowers across Cyprus could soon see fairer treatment from banks, thanks to a landmark court decision banning the use of abusive clauses in loan contracts....

19. Bank of Cyprus posts €508M profit for 2024

Bank of Cyprus has posted impressive results for 2024, reporting net profits of €508 million, marking a 4% increase from the previous year’s €487 million. The results reflect the bank's strong performance and growth, despite slight fluctuations in some areas....

20. Struggling families at risk of losing homes on government-granted land

Low-income households that received state-owned land to build their first homes now face the real threat of losing their properties to lenders, according to a damning report by the Audit Office of the Republic of Cyprus....

21. Audit office wants big changes to land program for low-income families

The Audit Office has called for a major revision of the Land Allocation Plan for low-income families....

22. Dusty skies and clear views: A mixed weather bag for Cyprus

Good morning and happy Wednesday! Let’s talk weather—and heads up, there’s some fine dust in the air today, so take precautions if you're sensitive....

23. Former Volunteerism Commissioner seeks judge’s recusal, but court 'volunteers' to stay on the case

Former Commissioner for Volunteerism, Yiannakis Yiannaki, who faces eight charges of forgery and circulation of forged documents, appeared before the Nicosia District Court today with a new lawyer....

24. Winter weather woes as ELENA keeps the region on its toes

The extended barometric system affectionately (or not) named ELENA is still calling the shots, bringing another round of quirky winter weather. ...

25. Troodos gets its White Christmas, thanks to ''Elena''

It looks like the holiday classic "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas" got a real-life rendition in Troodos this year, as the mountain region woke up to a snowy wonderland late on Christmas Day. ...

26. Barometric low ''BORA'' to impact region in weakened form

The barometric low ''BORA'' is expected to affect the region from late tonight in a weakened form....

27. Brrr! Cyprus shivers as winter chill persists

Brace yourselves—it’s another chilly day across the island as a lingering cold air mass continues to make its presence felt....

28. Sunshine, showers, and a dash of thunder

Good morning, weather wanderers! A weak low-pressure system is dropping by for a visit, shaking things up just a tad....

29. DBRS Morningstar: Cyprus shows strong recovery in tackling bad loans

Cyprus is starting to see some positive shifts in its financial sector, particularly when it comes to tackling non-performing loans (NPLs) – loans that borrowers have stopped paying. ...

30. Sunny side up! A mix of clear skies and scattered showers across the island

Today, it’s mostly clear skies across the island, with just enough clouds here and there to keep things interesting. Around midday, some of those clouds could get a little ambitious, ...