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91. El Greco Medical Center to open this March in Nicosia

Nicosia is gearing up to welcome the new El Greco Medical Center, set to open its doors in early March. ...

92. Wastewater leak sparks environmental crisis in Achna

Nikos Vassilas, the community mayor of Achna, has raised alarms about potential impacts on crops, the water table, and the environment following a leakage of wastewater from farmers' tanks near the community's dam....

93. US airman dies after setting himself on fire in Israeli Embassy protest

A 25-year-old active-duty member of the United States Air Force, Aaron Bushnell, set himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in Washington, DC, in an apparent act of protest against Israel's actions in Gaza. ...

94. How Trademarks Empower Businesses in the Digital Era

In the digital era, registering trademarks is of paramount importance, especially for small businesses and new entrepreneurs, as they play a crucial role in protecting a company’s brand and intellectual property....

95. Asylum appeals in Cyprus skyrocket to 472%

A dramatic increase of 472% in appeals before the Administrative Court of International Protection by asylum seekers and foreigners has been reported between 2020 and 2023,...

96. Deadline approaches for vehicle registration renewal

Cyprus residents are reminded that the deadline for renewing vehicle registration permits for 2024 is fast approaching. The renewal period, which began on January 4, will conclude on March 11 at midnight. ...

97. Building in Engomi where explosion occurred lacked required permits

The apartments involved in Tuesday's (20/02) explosion in Egomi did not possess the necessary permits from the planning department, stated Mr. Zacharias Kyriakou, the Mayor of the area....

98. Terror threat in Athens: Bomb warnings target embassies of Israel, U.S., and Egypt

The Police are on high alert following a recent threat to plant explosive devices in the embassies of Israel, Egypt, and the United States in Greece....

99. King Charles' battle and Cyprus' cancer crusade

The specter of cancer has reached even the ''semigod'' King Charles of Britain, sending shockwaves through the British populace and beyond....

100. Cyprus cabinet unveils business carbon grants

The Cabinet approved on Wednesday a new grants scheme to encourage greenhouse gas emission reductions in businesses....

101. Historic mansion reduced to ashes in devastating fire (video)

A listed neoclassical mansion, the Pavlidis mansion, located in the heart of Limassol's historic center, has been completely destroyed by a fire that erupted around 11:30. The blaze, under investigation for its origin, posed challenges for firefighters due to the city's central location and difficulties in accessing the site....

102. Cyprus adopts ''Pay as You Throw'' system to tackle surging municipal waste

The Statistical Service of Cyprus reveals a 5% surge in municipal solid waste, reaching 615,000 tonnes in 2022. Per capita waste generation stands at 673 kg, ranking Cyprus the 5th highest in the EU. With 77.5% disposed of in landfills, the nation is gearing up for a "Pay as You Throw" (PAYT) system....

103. Cyprus mulls speed limit reduction to boost safety

The Department of Public Works in Cyprus has concluded a study proposing a reduction in speed limits from 50 km/h to 30 km/h in specific urban areas, aiming to curb accidents, decrease pollution, and foster eco-friendly transportation....

104. Explosion rocks Nicosia house, injuring two (videos and images)

A powerful explosion rocked a three-story house in the Makedonitissa area of Nicosia on Tuesday night (20/2), prompting a response from police authorities....

105. High demand for electric vehicle subsidies as applications surge

In response to the subsidy schemes for electric vehicles, the Road Transport Department reports significant interest since the application process began on Saturday....

106. International study finds potential adverse effects from COVID vaccines

A recent study examining nearly 100 million vaccinated individuals across eight countries reaffirmed the known links between COVID-19 vaccines and certain adverse effects....

107. Doctors' abortion refusal raises concerns

A significant controversy emerged during today's session of the Human Rights Committee of the Parliament, shedding light on the refusal of six out of eight anesthesiologists at Makarios Hospital to participate in an abortion procedure, citing religious reasons. ...

108. Police target unpaid traffic tickets with photo radar

Ahead of the summer season, law enforcement plans to roll out a photo radar system targeting unclaimed traffic offences, where offenders or vehicle owners evade detection or refuse to collect notifications from post offices....

109. Biden impeachment talk after false bribery claim

A startling revelation shook the political landscape as Alexander Smirnov, an FBI informant, faced charges for concocting a multimillion-dollar bribery scheme implicating President Joe Biden and his son, Hunter, alongside a Ukrainian energy company. ...

110. Excavations for missing Cypriots underway

Excavations are currently carried out by the Committee on missing persons (CMP) at seven sites in the areas under control of the Republic of Cyprus and the occupied areas to locate remains of missing Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots....

111. Stormy conditions persist, snow possible in Troodos

The Meteorology Department issued a yellow warning for strong storms yesterday, effective until 7:00 PM today....

112. Goldsmith shop in Paphos targeted in bold break-in

Early Thursday morning, a break-in occurred at a goldsmith shop in Paphos, with the perpetrators making off with the valuables in suitcases before fleeing the scene. ...

113. The sloppiness of our 'Big Brother'

The Cypriot's life is filled with cameras: pocket cameras worth 1,000 euros that also take phone calls, home cameras warding off unwanted visitors, and now cameras on the main arteries of the road network. ...

114. Department faces 2,000 backlogged refugee applications due to understaffing

In February 2024, the Service for the Care and Rehabilitation of Displaced Persons (YMAPE) revealed a backlog of 2,000 pending applications, citing understaffing issues. ...

115. High dust levels blanket the sky

Cyprus is grappling with a surge in dust concentrations, as reported by the Air Quality Monitoring Network of the Labour Inspection Department. Ground station measurements reveal a notable uptick in airborne particles, prompting health advisories and precautionary measures....

116. Cyprus drowning in trash as stats report more waste, less recycling

Brace yourselves, Cyprus – we've got a waste problem. The latest data from Eurostat, the EU's number cruncher, shows that in 2022, we each tossed out a whopping 673 kg of municipal waste....

117. Biden forgets Vice Presidency, son's death in document probe

A recent report from special counsel Robert Hur has shed light on President Biden's retention of documents pertaining to military and foreign policy, particularly concerning Afghanistan and other matters of national security deemed sensitive....

118. Los Angeles battles devastating mudslides after record-breaking storm

The aftermath of one of the wettest storms in southern California's history has left Los Angeles grappling with the devastating aftermath, as at least 475 mudslides have been reported across the city....

119. Prisons department takes action following attempts to smuggle contraband

The Prisons Department in Cyprus has heightened security measures following recent incidents involving the attempted smuggling of mobile phones and drugs into the prison area. ...

120. US firmly rejects two-state solution for Cyprus settlement