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121. Like it or not, Cyprus must investigate migrant pushback claims by 2026

Cyprus will be required to investigate complaints of illegal migrant pushbacks starting in June 2026 under new European legislation, a European Commission spokesperson confirmed. ...

122. Cypriot leaders agree to form Bicommunal Youth Technical Committee

Cypriot leaders have agreed to establish a ''Bicommunal Youth Technical Committee'' to encourage dialogue and cooperation among young people from both communities....

123. Chewing gum found to release microplastics into saliva, study reveals

A new pilot study suggests that chewing gum may be an unexpected source of microplastic ingestion....

124. 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....

125. Signs claiming ''British Genocide Base'' appear near Akrotiri, investigation underway

Strange signs reading ''British Genocide Base'' in both English and Greek appeared on roads leading to the Akrotiri British Bases in Cyprus earlier this week, catching the attention of passersby and sparking heated discussion online. ...

126. Powerful earthquake devastates Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 150

A massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand on Friday, killing at least 152 people and leaving hundreds injured. ...

127. Greek trafficking ring repurposed seized boats to smuggle migrants

Greek authorities have uncovered a human trafficking network that repurposed seized boats for smuggling migrants, exposing a shocking loophole in maritime enforcement....

128. Foxes roam central Nicosia, sparking curiosity and concern

Foxes have been spotted in central Nicosia, raising both interest and concern among residents. ...

129. Adolescence: A powerful British series that tackles the digital generation gap

I finished watching the British mini-series ''Adolescence'' last night, a four-episode show that's been making waves worldwide, reaching the top spot on Netflix and creating an internet frenzy similar to the buzz caused by last year's British series ''Baby Reindeer.''...

130. Cyprus accused of migrant pushbacks amid deadly shipwreck

A tragic shipwreck off Cape Greco has reignited the debate over Cyprus’ handling of migration, just as the government claimed to have successfully tackled the issue....

131. Cyprus Environmental Movement sounds alarm over deteriorating condition of Akrotiri Salt Lake

The Cyprus Environmental Movement has issued an urgent call for help regarding the Akrotiri Salt Lake, warning that one of the country’s last major wetlands is on the brink of extinction due to human activities driven by the profit motives of a few entrepreneurs....

132. AI Auditing or Auditing AI? Ensuring Accountability and Trust

As artificial intelligence (AI) systems are used more and more in core business models in multiple sectors such as finance, healthcare, technology, and human resources, ensuring their transparency, fairness, integrity and reliability is paramount....

133. Cyprus ordered to pay €18,800 for human rights violation

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has condemned the Republic of Cyprus for violating the human rights of a Russian fugitive, Dzhandzhgav, who had been detained for nearly three years in connection with fraud charges. ...

134. Shocking footage of migrant rescue operation (video)

A dramatic video from the Cyprus Search and Rescue Coordination Centre (ΚΣΕΔ) has captured the moment a survivor was pulled from a wrecked vessel off Cape Greco....

135. Scientists warn about the health risks of bottled water and microplastics

Recent research has uncovered alarming health risks associated with drinking bottled water, primarily due to microplastics....

136. Cyprus repatriates 18,000 migrants since Christodoulides took office

For the first time, Cyprus has managed to repatriate more migrants than those who entered the country, marking a significant shift in its migration policy...

137. Palmas: Infrastructure ready to welcome women into the Army

On Thursday, Minister of Defence Vasilis Palmas confirmed that the National Guard is fully prepared to welcome female volunteers, with all necessary infrastructure in place....

138. COVID-19 lab leak ''highly likely''

Germany’s intelligence agency estimates there is an 80-90% probability that the coronavirus accidentally leaked from a Chinese laboratory....

139. Cyprus sees nearly 400 hundred cases of colorectal cancer annually

Approximately 350 to 400 new cases of colorectal cancer are diagnosed in Cyprus each year, making it the island's third most common cancer....

140. ''He who dwells everywhere''

Nicosia For Art – the production team behind the Nicosia International Festival – presents the world premiere of a performance of words and music, inspired by the work of Saint Romanos the Melodist. ...

141. Petrolina: A longstanding sponsor of the ''Love Route''

142. Suspicious grass spraying raises alarm over unregulated pesticides from occupied areas

Residents of a village in Nicosia district are raising alarm after a citizen reported seeing a suspicious grass spraying event, which is feared to involve the toxic pesticide Lannate....

143. EU pushes for tougher deportation rules for rejected asylum seekers

The European Commission has rolled out a new plan to make it easier to send back asylum seekers who don’t qualify to stay in the EU....

144. Investigation deepens into Moldovan woman's death

Humanitarian organizations are urging an immediate and thorough investigation into the death of 24-year-old Anastasia Melega, a Moldovan woman whose body was discovered in a nightclub bathroom in the Turkish-occupied part of Cyprus....

145. 41 femicide cases in Cyprus over 10 years

Violence against women remains a critical issue that demands immediate and collective action, according to the University of Limassol (UoL) and the Association for the Prevention and Handling of Violence in the Family (SPAVO). ...

146. Increasing reports of animal poisoning

There has been a rise in reports of animal poisonings, particularly affecting pets, according to a statement from the Animal Party Cyprus....

147. From Oxford to Geneva to Nicosia, Cyprus capital among Europe's cities of the future

Nicosia has secured a prestigious spot in the European Cities and Regions of the Future 2025 rankings by fDi Intelligence, reaffirming its status as an emerging center for innovation, investment, and entrepreneurship....

148. Cyprus demands flexibility on migrant returns, challenging EU approach

In a forceful appeal at the EU Justice and Home Affairs Council in Brussels, Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection Nikolas Ioannidis made it clear: Cyprus will not accept a one-size-fits-all approach to migrant returns....

149. Seven arrested in Ormideia illegal employment raid

Seven people were arrested on Thursday in Ormideia following a joint police operation by the British Bases and the Republic of Cyprus, targeting modern slavery, illegal immigration, and unlawful employment....

150. Death of Moldovan woman highlights human trafficking crisis in occupied North

A chilling tragedy unfolded in the occupied northern part of Cyprus as Anastasia Melega, a young woman from Moldova, was found dead late Monday evening at the ''Prinses'' nightclub-cabaret in occupied Gerolakkos, where she had worked. ...