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31. Nineteen new private hospitals to transform health sector in Cyprus

Investors have shown interest in the health sector in Cyprus. According to the records, from 2021 until now, there are 12 new private hospitals......

32. Woman reveals harrowing conditions in Nicosia psychiatric hospital

A woman testified before the Parliament's Human Rights Committee, shedding light on the deplorable conditions her sister endured during her stay at the Nicosia psychiatric hospital....

33. Violent confrontation at Ledra barricade leaves police officer injured

A serious incident occurred on Sunday night (21/1) at the Ledra barricade, resulting in the injury of a police officer....

34. Pediatric hospital battles epidemic surge in child respiratory cases

Makarios Hospital in Nicosia is grappling with over 95% occupancy, primarily treating children with respiratory infections amid an epidemic that recurs in the child population every three to four years, according to Dr. Avraam Elia, Director of the Pediatric Department....

35. Knitted octopuses emerge as essential companions for preterm babies

In the delicate world of premature infant care, a heartwarming discovery has emerged. Crafted with precision and care, knitted octopus teddies are proving to be indispensable companions for preterm babies....

36. Aging channel in Oroklini raises alarming flood risks

In Oroklini, an aging earthen channel crucial for rainwater management is on the verge of closure, posing a flood risk for Cyprus's largest community....

37. Rising hospitalizations and concerns amidst low vaccination rates

Charalambos Charilaou, the Press Representative of OKYPY (Organization of State Health Services), addressed the surge in hospitalizations due to viral pneumonia and the rising number of COVID-19 cases in an interview ...

38. Explosion outside Paphos home: A family’s narrow escape

An explosion occurred on Wednesday night in a residence in the Anavargos area, with the police investigating a case of attempted property destruction with explosives and injury to the homeowner....

39. Authorities probe infant abuse by unlicensed childcare worker

40. Arrests made as riots erupt in Pournara

Authorities are actively investigating the significant events that transpired at the Pournara Hospitality Centre on Monday afternoon (6/11)....

41. Fatal shooting of Thanasis Kalogeropoulos shakes Limassol

Tragedy struck on the morning of October 30th when 55-year-old Thanasis Kalogeropoulos became the victim of a fatal shooting on Amathus Beach Boulevard in Limassol. ...

42. Deliveryman attacked, robbed, and left in despair

A 28-year-old food deliveryman in Limassol had a harrowing experience shortly after midnight when he was viciously assaulted by a group of unidentified individuals....

43. Surgery cost inquiry leads to heated confrontation with doctor

The Patient Rights Observatory of the Federation of patient associations of Cyprus (OSAK) has recently received complaints regarding various issues related to healthcare services in Cyprus....

44. GHS welcomes Ygia Polyclinic

On Monday, September 25, 2023, the "" Polyclinic officially became part of the General Health System, offering inpatient care and a First Aid Department...

45. Overcrowding woes continue at Athalassa Hospital as mental health patients pay the price

In an urgent plea, PASYKI has called for immediate intervention to resolve the dire overcrowding issue at Athalassa Hospital, terming it a ''hostage situation'' for mentally ill patients....

46. More than 30 shots fired at Limassol bank

Police investigators from the CID are closely examining closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage related to a shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of Monday morning at a Bank of Cyprus branch on Agia Fylaxeos Street....

47. Police arrest 21 people in Chlorakas

The police responded on Monday night (28/08) to a group of people gathered in the Chlorakas area, holding bats and crowbars, causing incidents for the second night in a row....

48. Turkish ship carried stolen Ukrainian grain

The Turkish vessel known as the "Sword Lion" has found itself in a holding pattern at the bustling Iskenderun port, its anticipated unloading of a unique cargo - Ukrainian grain of questionable origins - temporarily postponed....

49. Tepco plant discharges radioactive water into Pacific

Japan has begun discharging more than 1m tonnes of tainted water into the Pacific Ocean from the wrecked Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in a move that has prompted China to announce an immediate blanket ban on all seafood imports from Japan and sparked anger in nearby fishing communities....

50. Japan to release treated radioactive water from Fukushima plant

After months of controversy and anticipation, Japan is set to begin releasing treated radioactive wastewater from its Fukushima nuclear plant later this week despite fierce objections from some countries....

51. G/C handed two-year sentence for drug possession in occupied territories

A Greek Cypriot man apprehended in March with narcotics has been sentenced to two years in prison by a tribunal operating in the occupied territories, as reported by T/C media outlets....

52. Downed power line suspected in fatal Maui wildfires

Awakened by howling winds that tore through his Maui neighborhood, Shane Treu went out at dawn and saw a wooden power pole suddenly snap with a flash, its sparking, popping line falling to the dry grass below and quickly igniting a row of flames. ...

53. Patients endure extended waits for beds amidst shortage

An elderly patient who suffered a stroke had to endure a grueling wait for a hospital bed at Pafos General Hospital's Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on Saturday, 22nd July....

54. Fire contained in Paphos state forest

The fire in the Elitjies area of the state forest in Paphos was contained after an all-night effort, according to the spokesperson for the Department of Forests, George Constantinou. Approximately 20 acres of pine forest and wild vegetation were burnt, based on initial estimates....

55. Experts confront the menace of feline coronavirus

56. North Korea: US Soldier fled to evade disciplinary action

An American soldier facing military disciplinary actions fled across the heavily armed border from South Korea into North Korea, U.S. officials said Tuesday, becoming the first American detained in the North in nearly five years....

57. Madonna plans tour reschedule after illness

After her hospitalization and stay in the intensive care unit following a bacterial infection, the famous singer Madonna made her first post on social media....

58. Germany blames Poland for fish kill negligence

Germany's government accused Poland on Monday of failing to stop the dumping of pollutants that contributed to the deaths of hundreds of tons of fish in the Oder River, which runs along the border between the two countries....

59. Police combat apartment power theft in Paphos

The Paphos Police conducted a successful operation on Wednesday, resulting in the arrest of three individuals involved in electricity theft....

60. Sylvio Berlusconi dead at 86

Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has died following a tough battle with leukemia....