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331. German President's Cyprus visit marks new diplomatic era

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier begins contacts on Monday as part of his state visit to Cyprus between 11-13 February at the invitation of the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides....

332. Cuellar's Ankara meetings highlight shift in Turkish policy

Maria-Angela Olguin Cuegiar embarked on a diplomatic journey to Turkey following her visit to Athens, marking a pivotal step in her ''go-and-return'' diplomacy initiative, which she launched after her stay in Cyprus....

333. Investigation urged as state contracts lead to €6.4M payout

In a recent address, Deputy Dipa Alekos Tryfonidis called attention to questionable agreements, urging an investigation into the responsible parties behind a contract resulting in a hefty 6.4 million euros compensation payout....

334. Extradition of Turkish Cypriot lawyer sparks cross-community tensions

In a development causing tensions between the communities, the extradition and imminent transfer of Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kursat from Italy to Cyprus has become the focal point of news coverage. ...

335. US firmly rejects two-state solution for Cyprus settlement

336. Energy Minister deliberates potential 6% electricity bill increases

The Energy Minister, George Papanastasiou, addressed concerns about potential electricity bill hikes arising from the EAC's request to CERA to recover 6% of its 2024 expenses....

337. Government disputes UK High Commissioner's call for incentives in Cyprus talks

The Cypriot Government does not accept the position expressed by British High Commissioner Irfan Siddique that the Turkish Cypriots want incentives for the resumption of talks....

338. T/C's want incentives from G/C's to return to talks

''I personally think there is flexibility in the positions expressed by the Turkish side" says British High Commissioner Irfan Siddiq, explaining that "they want to have the right to talk about a separate state...''...

339. Women In TechⓇ Cyprus launches educational program ''Advocate for Yourself''

A partnership between TechIsland and Adsterra...

340. US senators grill social media CEOs over child safety concerns

In a heated session on Wednesday, U.S. senators confronted leaders of major social media companies, urging swift legislative action to address escalating threats of sexual predation targeting children on their platforms....

341. Hamas demands complete Israeli withdrawal in ceasefire talks

In a tragic incident on Tuesday, at least 11 people, including four children, lost their lives in an Israeli strike on a residential building in Deir al-Balah, Gaza. ...

342. Cyprus secures 25% stake in epic electric cable project

In the midst of a countdown, the government finds itself deeply engaged in one of the Eastern Mediterranean's most monumental energy endeavors....

343. Cuellar's peacekeeping quest faces tough terrain

Shortly after 9 am, the United Nations' fresh face, Maria-Angela Olguín Cuellar, descended upon the Presidential Palace, embarking on her inaugural rendezvous with President Christodoulides....

344. Cyprus hosts high-level leadership training with UK partnership (updated)

A ''Strategic Leadership Programme'' in collaboration with the High Commission of the United Kingdom in Cyprus, the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom and Cranfield University......

345. Police Chief under fire for leadership failure

Police Chief Stelios Papatheodorou's recent statement regarding the events unfolding in Limassol on Wednesday night failed to instill confidence in the public regarding the police leadership's resolve to address fan violence....

346. Hooliganism in Cyprus: A plea for political action

The recent incidents at ''Alphamega'' and the Apollon-AEL Cup match follow a familiar pattern, underscoring the government's struggle to tackle sports-related issues....

347. Germany and France propose radical restructuring of EU decision-making

In an unprecedented move, Germany and France are advocating for profound changes in the operation and decision-making processes of the European Union (EU). ...

348. Legal chaos unleashed as e-justice project collapses

Four years ago, when physical presence dominated business, the collapse of e-justice dealt a severe blow to the judicial system....

349. Police to boost frontline presence and tackle organized crime

Amid escalating concerns about a recent surge in crime, the police have unveiled a comprehensive set of measures designed to enhance public safety and tackle underlying structural issues within the force....

350. US and UK launch fresh strikes against Houthi

The United States and the United Kingdom, along with their allies, launched the eighth round of strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen on Monday, according to a joint statement. ...

351. Hostage families urgently plead for release in Parliament chaos

In a gripping display of anguish, relatives of Israelis held captive by Palestinian gunmen stormed a Jerusalem parliamentary committee on Monday, urging lawmakers to intensify efforts to free their loved ones....

352. Black holes in public safety

Last week, Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis pledged to enhance security, proposing an increased uniformed presence in the city center to combat crime....

353. Mythologizing Nikos Koshis

The portrayal of Nikos Koshis as a role model for combating organized crime, being showcased on various TV stations whenever crime rates surge, has consistently caused me significant embarrassment....

354. Dr. George Georgiou of UNIC awarded the ''Cyprus Research Award – Young Researcher 2023'' by RIF

Dr. George Georgiou from the Department of Languages and Literature of the University of Nicosia has been awarded the prestigious ''Cyprus Research Award – Young Researcher 2023'' ...

355. How the police let the criminals run wild in the streets

The Police's inability to proactively and reactively address various incidents has resurfaced in the aftermath of recent serious events....

356. Diversity and the Church

The ongoing discussion in Greece regarding same-sex couples and parenting is poised to capture the attention of the political leadership and Cypriot society at some point. ...

357. US pushes for Palestinian state amidst ongoing Gaza crisis

Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in talks with President Mahmoud Abbas, highlighting U.S. efforts to support postwar plans for Gaza, emphasizing concrete steps toward a Palestinian state....

358. Health Ministry sees leadership change amid controversy

In a significant shake-up, Michael Damianos has assumed the role of Health Minister, succeeding Popi Kanaris, in a handover ceremony today....

359. UN's new special envoy heads to Cyprus in early February

Unless something unexpected happens, Maria-Angela Kouegiar is expected to arrive in Cyprus in the first ten days of February after the formal renewal of the mandate of the UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) by the Security Council (SC) of the organization on January 30....

360.  President Christodoulidis announces Cabinet reshuffle

President Nikos Christodoulidis has announced a series of government appointments, effective Wednesday, January 10, 2023. The changes, made under constitutional authority, include:...