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121. Health advisory committee evaluating 20 countries for tourism protocol

With the Cabinet set to take concrete decisions on Friday regarding the gradual resumption of the operation of airports in mid-June, the Health Ministry’s epidemiological surveillance unit is evaluating a list of 20 countries from which Cyprus could receive tourists this summer....

122. Cute lion cubs in Paphos steal show [VIDEO]

A video shows two new white lion cubs sheltering in place without a care in the world during lockdown in Cyprus...

123. Hopes high as Cyprus sees just two new coronavirus cases

Just two new coronavirus cases were announced on Monday after a pool of 1,490 samples were processed....

124. WHO: Vaccine at least 12 months off

The number of new coronavirus cases is steadily decreasing in certain European countries, including Italy and Spain, but outbreaks in the UK and Turkey are continuing to mark upward trends, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday....

125. Health expert estimates Cyprus may be free of virus by early May

Health expert Leondios Kostrikis estimated on Friday that judging by the progression of the island’s coronavirus curve, we should be free of the virus by early May, though the timeframe depends on the effectiveness of the measures taken, the public’s response, and the elimination of imported cases....

126. Bill sparks kosher debate in Cyprus

Animal rights advocates are up in arms over a new government bill that would allow slaughterhouses in the Republic of Cyprus to incorporate kosher rituals, a procedure described by animal rights activists as inhumane...

127. President: Lockdown measures extended until end of April

Lockdown and other measures in place to contain the coronavirus outbreak will be extended until April 30, with no exceptions to be made during the Orthodox Easter period, President Nicos Anastasiades said in his televised national address on Wednesday night....

128. Make or break week for Cyprus

A critical yet less understood group of asymptomatic carriers of the coronavirus could make or break the case against lifting restrictive measures during Greek Orthodox Easter in the Republic of Cyprus...

129. Coronavirus death toll rises to seven,confirmed cases rise to 230

A 77-year-old coronavirus carrier died on Monday, raising the death toll in the Republic of Cyprus to seven, while 16 more tested positive bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 230....

130. Coronavirus death toll rises in Cyprus

One more coronavirus-related death was announced on Sunday in the Republic of Cyprus, as new confirmed cases are on the rise and health professionals begin to fear the worst...

131. Help from China on the way

The Chinese ambassador in Nicosia says Cyprus has recently taken “powerful and appropriate” measures in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, adding that help from China is on the way...

132. North records first coronavirus death

An infected elderly tourist who was hospitalized in a Turkish Cypriot hospital has died, marking the first coronavirus death in the northern part of the divided island...

133. Food products imported from China safe for consumers

Scientific evidence obtained so far from European bodies and the WHO show that food products imported from China do not pose a health risk to EU citizens and by extension Cypriot consumers....

134. Cypriot police vague over spy van

New information has emerged about a controversial spy van in Cyprus, with reports suggesting police may have known about its special capabilities in advance...

135. Wiz Guide: 10 Places in Pafos to Go Out

Pafos is a very lively city that loves its culture, food, and parties! It is known that, besides visiting the famous attractions, no Pafos experience is complete without trying some of its amazing dishes and going out for drinks. Below you’re find our tips on the best venues for going out in Pafos. ...

136. Foreigners left out of GESY registration

Thousands of foreign nationals are unable to enroll in the General Healthcare System known as GESY set to be launched on Saturday, with reports pointing fingers at incompatible databases...

137. Paphos zoo unveils newborn white lion cub

A rare white lion named Simba is the newest resident at Paphos zoo, following its birth in captivity three weeks ago...

138. Cannabis suspect remanded in custody

A shipping company owner who was arrested in Limassol on drug-related charges was remanded by the district court for eight days...

139. Limassol police make headway in cannabis bust

Police are investigating a case where several kilos of cannabis were found during a raid at a warehouse near Limassol port...

140. LNG to diversify Cyprus energy market

141. Trump tweets China to cut tax on US cars

142. Cops discover drugs inside arcade game

A Greek national has been arrested in connection with 64 kilos of cannabis hidden inside an arcade game in Limassol, while the owner of a food supply company is wanted for questioning...

143. Cyprus close to Brexit agreement with Britain

144. Britain’s Cypriot dialect under pressure

London, 1990. Six-year old Skevi, of Cypriot background, was late for class at her Greek community school, which left her unable to find somewhere to sit....

145. UK food prices likely to rise without a Brexit deal

Food prices are likely to rise after Brexit if no trade agreement with the EU is reached and there could be shortages of some products...

146. BoJo says EU customs partnership plan is 'crazy'

Britain’s Foreign Secretary has described a proposed customs partnership with the European Union after Britain leaves the bloc, believed to be Prime Minister Theresa May’s preferred option, as “crazy”...

147. UK dogs and cats catching deadly diseases from ticks after travelling abroad

British pets are catching deadly diseases from foreign ticks after travelling to Europe on pet passports, vets have warned....

148. China retaliates for US tariffs, slaps duties on soybeans, planes, autos

The scale of China’s tariff targets was in line with Beijing’s pledge to mount a commensurate response...