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31. What do windmills, tulips, and potatoes have in common? The Dutch, of course!

When you think of windmills, tulips, The Girl with the Pearl Earring, Delft Blue pottery, or even the legendary tale of The Hole in the Dike, one country immediately comes to mind—the Netherlands! ...

32. 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....

33. Authorities investigate how 14-year-old reached 34th floor before fatal fall

Authorities are stepping up their investigation into the shocking death of a 14-year-old boy who fell from the 34th floor of an unfinished apartment at the Trilogy Towers in Limassol....

34. ''Brain Gain'' as Cypriots return to growing opportunities

The door has opened. There’s a flow of talent heading to Cyprus, driven by the country’s growing need for skilled workers, especially in technology and ICT. ...

35. 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....

36. Concerns raised over dangerous sprays and waste management at carnivals

The use of hazardous sprays at carnival celebrations has come under scrutiny following a recent discussion before the Parliamentary Environment Committee....

37. Unemployment in Cyprus inches up but remains below EU average

Unemployment in Cyprus ticked up slightly in January 2025, reaching 5.0%, compared to 4.9% the previous month, according to new data from Eurostat. Despite the monthly rise, the overall trend remains positive, with unemployment lower than the 5.3% recorded in January 2024....

38. Putin gives green light for western companies to return, but on Russia's terms

Russian President Vladimir Putin has opened the door for Western companies to return to Russia, but not without conditions....

39. Strong public support for donkey adoption campaign

The Taskent Nature Park’s Donkey Adoption Campaign has received overwhelming public backing, raising €8,500 within just a day....

40. Death of Thanasis Nikolaou – Stavrianos’ appeal rejected

The Supreme Court Plenary has rejected the appeal of forensic pathologist Panikos Stavrianos in the case of Thanasis Nikolaou’s death....

41. Cyprus government gives hotels deadline to get licensed or face closure

The government is giving unlicensed hotels and tourist accommodations a two-year window to secure their operating licenses, with specific milestones and actions outlined along the way. ...

42. Anti-immigration rhetoric grows, but immigrants could help Europe's (and Cyprus') aging populations

The rise of far-right, anti-immigration politics across Europe is threatening to accelerate the continent’s demographic decline, experts warn, potentially triggering economic instability, labor shortages, and soaring costs for elderly care....

43. Government announces minimum wage increase for hotel workers

President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted key economic and labor policy decisions today during a Council of Ministers meeting at the Presidential Palace, emphasizing efforts to boost employment and attract Cypriot professionals back home....

44. EY: The biggest risks facing Cyprus and governments worldwide

As we move further into 2025, governments around the world, including Cyprus, are facing a range of challenges....

45. Is Cyprus' public sector too large? Hiring freeze lifted amid rising costs.

The Cyprus government is set to fully lift the ban on hiring permanent public sector employees, marking a significant shift from austerity measures imposed over a decade ago....

46. Removal of dangerous chemicals from Astrasol begun

The removal of hazardous chemical waste from inside the Astrasol factory in Latsia began yesterday....

47. Tala's haven of hope: Friends' Hospice unveils newly renovated palliative care center

A heartwarming story of community spirit and unwavering dedication has culminated in the unveiling of the newly renovated Friends' Hospice in Tala....

48. Cyprus's car market is a tangled mess

On Monday, February 3rd, manufacturers decided to immobilize 138 vehicles due to the risk of faulty TAKATA airbags, and another 138 due to brake issues....

49. A hidden Titian masterpiece comes to light in Limassol

The fusion of artistic brilliance and scientific innovation took center stage at the unveiling of the exhibition “Revealing the Unseen: A Hidden Titian Masterpiece”....

50. Private kindergarten teachers oppose extended hours

Extending the operating hours of private kindergartens will negatively impact teachers....

51. Cyprus’ tax reform aiming for innovation, sustainability, and simplicity

A major tax reform is underway in Cyprus as part of the Tax Transformation Project, led by the Centre for Economic Research (CER) at the University of Cyprus. ...

52. EU launches €5 million scholarship fund for Turkish Cypriots

The European Commission's office in Cyprus has announced the launch of the EU Scholarship Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community for the academic year 2025–2026. ...

53. 2024 EU shake-up includes higher Schengen visa fees, stricter border checks, and key new citizenship rules

In 2024, the European Union implemented several significant changes impacting the Schengen Area and EU citizenship rules....

54. The 'dragon' threatens citrus and exports

The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment is requesting the support of local authorities to prevent the destruction of the island’s citrus crops....

55. Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

In a fluid and volatile international environment, closer cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt has become essential to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean....

56. General strike continues in occupied areas over cost of living reforms

The general strike called by 32 unions across both public and private sectors in the occupied territories continues for a second day today, as workers protest proposed amendments to key regulations affecting their livelihoods. ...

57. New labour decrees in Cyprus: A win for skilled workers and foreign students

Cyprus is making moves to boost its workforce and fill gaps in key sectors with new policies that give both skilled professionals and foreign students more opportunities. ...

58. Cattle farmers develop system to verify milk origin in halloumi production

The Pancyprian Organisation of Cattle Farmers (POCF), in partnership with a UK-based private laboratory, has introduced a certified method to determine if Cypriot milk is used in halloumi cheese production....

59. Panagiotou: Best labor market performance in the last 15 years

The labor market in 2024 is achieving its strongest performance in the past 15 years, driven by increased job creation, employment growth, reduced unemployment, and rising wages....

60. Study reveals high-dose IV vitamin C combined with chemotherapy improves survival in advanced pancreatic cancer