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1. Busiest Green Line crossing expansion completed at Agios Dhometios

Construction work funded by the European Union at the Agios Dhometios crossing point has now been completed, bringing major improvements to the busiest Green Line crossing in Cyprus. ...

2. Man killed on motorway while changing tire; Driver arrested

A deadly traffic collision took place late Friday night when a man was fatally hit by a vehicle as he attempted to replace a tire on his car....

3. Truck hits parked Police patrol car near GSP, three taken to hospital

A truck collided with a parked police patrol vehicle early Sunday morning on a motorway near the GSP stadium, sending three people to hospital....

4. AI factory, Schengen push and gas deal with Israel: Christodoulides unveils 55-point plan in State of the Union address

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday evening presented the government’s Official Planning for 2026, described as the “State of the Union 2026”, from the Presidential Palace, outlining more than 55 initiatives across all sectors....

5. Larnaca is about to look very different

Larnaca is gearing up for a busy and expensive year ahead....

6. Trump pushes for Greenland as Danes revive bid to buy California

The saga over Greenland just got louder and a lot stranger. US President Donald Trump is once again pushing hard for the United States to take control of Greenland, this time accusing Denmark of sitting on its hands for decades while Russia’s presence in the Arctic grows....

7. Lace up or lock up as thousands of runners take over Nicosia tomorrow

Nicosia will be at the center of a major international sporting event tomorrow, Sunday 18 January, as the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon brings more than 8,000 runners and visitors into the capital. ...

8. Major public works head into 2026 under a cloud of delays and cost overruns (pics)

The arrival of 2026 is shaping up to be a major test for the government, particularly when it comes to public infrastructure. Several large-scale projects are running far behind the timelines announced when they were first unveiled, with delays now becoming the norm rather than the exception....

9. Man arrested after woman killed on Nicosia–Limassol highway

The man who struck and killed a woman on the Nicosia–Limassol highway has been arrested, police said on Monday, as investigators work to piece together how the deadly crash unfolded....

10. Nicosia river gets a makeover to connect communities

Construction is underway on the first phase of the Pedieos River/Kandelire rehabilitation project, a major EU-backed effort to turn the river corridor into a vibrant space for recreation and cross-community interaction in Nicosia. ...

11. 17-year-old Aliki dies in highway accident involving alleged drunk driver

A devastating car crash early Saturday morning on the Limassol–Nicosia highway has claimed the life of 17-year-old Aliki Nicolaou, a former resident of Lympia....

12. New €85 fine targets misuse of public EV charging spaces

The House of Representatives has adopted a bill put forward by Stavros Papadouris of the Greens–Citizens’ Cooperation, introducing a fixed fine of €85 for anyone who parks a non-electric vehicle in a publicly accessible electric-vehicle charging space....

13. Makarios Avenue struggles to reclaim its glory despite makeover

No one doubts that Makarios Avenue in Nicosia is facing serious commercial challenges. This has been one of the city’s most discussed and critical issues for some time now....

14. Ambulance stuck at intersection as drivers fear fines

A video circulating on social media has sparked concern about the city’s photo-tagging system after drivers stalled at a red light, preventing an ambulance from rushing through an intersection....

15. Ypsonas residents to get garbage fee refunds as major infrastructure works drag on

A year into a sweeping infrastructure overhaul that has left several streets in Ypsonas closed to vehicles, the local municipality has decided to cancel this year’s household garbage collection fees and refund residents who already paid them....

16. Motorcyclist killed in apparent drunk driving accident

A fatal traffic accident in Limassol on Thursday night claimed the life of 51-year-old Giorgos Georgiou. The crash occurred at around 8:30 p.m. on the old Limassol-Nicosia road, near the Moni overpass....

17. Expect slight delays at Paphos airport as terminal gets a boost

Hermes Airports has announced new traffic arrangements outside the arrivals area of Paphos International Airport as part of ongoing Phase II expansion works. The changes will be in effect from November 3 to December 8, 2025....

18. Cyprus to present six-point Gaza plan to EU Council

Cyprus is expected to present a ''six-point plan'' to the European Council today, outlining concrete steps for the next phase of implementing the Gaza peace agreement signed earlier this year at the Sharm el-Sheikh Summit....

19. Stuck again? Cyprus’ traffic nightmare is getting worse, especially in Limassol

If you’ve been stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic lately, you’re not alone, especially if you live in Limassol. What used to be just morning and afternoon rush hours has now become an all-day ordeal, turning daily commutes into a test of patience....

20. Four-lane road and green spaces worth €40 million planned for Paphos

The road expansion project for Tombs of the Kings Avenue to Coral Bay is moving ahead, with the tender expected to be announced in the first quarter of 2026, according to the Department of Public Works....

21. Absolute chaos

A politician without the empathy to grasp the impact of their actions on a citizen’s psychology remains fundamentally inadequate in the exercise of politics....

22. Ambulance delay on Tseriou Avenue ends in tragedy

A man lost his life because an ambulance couldn’t reach him in time, and that, residents say, sums up the daily chaos on Tseriou Avenue....

23. Roadworks begin on highways across Nicosia, Larnaca, and Famagusta

Motorists in Nicosia, Larnaca, and Famagusta should prepare for a series of highway maintenance and construction works in the coming weeks....

24. Police accused of roughing up peaceful Gaza solidarity protest in Nicosia (video)

What began as a peaceful show of solidarity outside Cyprus’ Foreign Ministry turned chaotic Thursday night, after demonstrators say police officers sprayed and beat them without provocation....

25. Tensions flare at rally backing Global Sumud Flotilla

Protesters gathered outside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nicosia on Thursday late afternoon to show support for the Global Sumud Flotilla. The demonstration started off peacefully but tensions briefly flared when a commotion broke out between citizens and police....

26. The things we think we know

Imagine stumbling upon a time machine and ending up in ancient Athens. You walk through the streets, telling people that you come from the future. Most laugh at you, but a curious philosopher, Democritus, decides to listen....

27. Alphamega Hypermarkets to host the 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival ''Cypriot and Authentic''

28. Paphos–Polis motorway stuck in neutral

A project meant to link Paphos with Polis Chrysochous has become one of Cyprus’ most notorious construction headaches, mired in legal battles, ballooning costs, and government missteps that have left it frozen for decades....

29. €65 fine hits drivers who misuse lanes on Cyprus highways

Cyprus traffic police are cracking down on drivers who misuse lanes on the highways, especially on sections with three lanes, warning that fines of €65 will be issued for illegal lane use and overtaking from the left lane....

30. Government unveils comprehensive aid package for Limassol fire victims: Cash payments, rent subsidies, and full damage restoration

Regarding the support and payment of financial aid to citizens affected by the fires in communities of the Limassol District, and following the announcement of the President of the Republic last Sunday, the Council of Ministers decided today on the following measures....