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1. EU introduces fingerprint & facial scans for non-EU travelers

If you’re visiting the EU from outside Europe, including from the UK, be ready for a new way to cross the border. Starting next Sunday, the Entry/Exit System (EES) will require first-time visitors to scan their passport, fingerprints, and face....

2. What independence?

Shivers of excitement and delight were sent through lovers of the military industry by the two Greek fighter jets that crossed the blue sky of Nicosia last Wednesday, October 1, on the occasion of the anniversary of Cypriot independence....

3. Kaiti Cleridou, daughter of former Cypriot President Glafkos Clerides, dies at 76

Kaiti Clerides, a prominent figure in Cypriot politics and daughter of the late President Glafkos Clerides, has died at the age of 76....

4. Jane Goodall, trailblazing voice for animals and the environment, dies at 91

Jane Goodall, the British primatologist whose groundbreaking work with chimpanzees transformed science and inspired generations to care for the planet, has died at 91....

5. From colony to republic: The day a nation was born (photos and video)

Sixty-five years ago, the Union Jack was lowered in Nicosia, the new Cypriot flag was raised, and Archbishop Makarios III signed the papers that marked the island’s leap into independence....

6. Cyprus Marks 65 Years of Independence

Cyprus is marking its 65th Independence Day today with the annual military parade in Nicosia, a celebration that carries both pride and a reminder of the island’s complicated road to freedom....

7. 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....

8. Trump's UN speech included blasts, blunders, and a bold u-turn on Ukraine

President Donald Trump delivered a fiery address at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, launching sharp critiques at global leaders, the United Nations, and his own diplomatic efforts. ...

9. Cypriot tycoon sets sail with Armani’s yacht designs

Cypriot entrepreneur Kostas Cleanthos, known locally for his acquisition of the country’s leading newspaper, Phileleftheros, and internationally for founding global trading platform XM, is charting a new course, this time on the high seas....

10. Greek heiress dies suddenly in London after insect bite

Marissa Laimou, a 30-year-old Greek shipping heiress, died in her London home after being bitten by an insect, her family said, accusing the National Health Service of failing to provide proper care....

11. YMCA for Trump, £150 Billion for the U.K. (video)

President Donald Trump wrapped up his whirlwind second state visit to the United Kingdom on Thursday with a mix of politics, pomp, and a surprise musical moment that had onlookers grinning....

12. Graham Fink at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

The Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, the country’s flagship conference on technology, innovation, and society, returns on October 9, 2025, at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre. One of this year’s speakers is Graham Fink, a globally renowned creative visionary, who will explore ‘AI’s Role in Creativity.’...

13. Cyprus’ brain gain: Hundreds of expats eye a return home

Cyprus’ new push to bring home skilled professionals living abroad is already showing strong results. Within just two weeks of launching, the Minds in Cyprus platform drew more than 300 registrations from Cypriots working in 23 different countries....

14. The Board of British Cypriots urges London to clarify terms over fighter jet sales and regional security

The U.K.–Turkey defense agreement announced last month, which includes the sale of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets and broader defense cooperation between the two countries, has drawn strong reactions from the Cypriot community in Britain....

15. Senegalese diplomat set to lead UN mission in Cyprus

The United Nations is set to bring a seasoned hand to Cyprus, with Senegalese diplomat Khassim Diagne poised to become the next Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of UNFICYP. ...

16. Kalliopi Spyrou, beloved voice of Cypriot music, dies at 93

Kalliopi Spyrou, one of Cyprus’ most loved voices in traditional and artistic music, passed away Tuesday night, leaving a lasting mark on the island’s musical heritage. ...

17. Lena Samara, daughter of former Greek PM, dies at 34

The funeral of Lena Samara, daughter of former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras, will be held Monday, August 11, at the Church of Saints Theodoros at the First Cemetery of Athens, the family announced. She passed away unexpectedly Thursday evening at the age of 34....

18. New flight route links London Stansted to occupied north via Turkey

A new flight route from London Stansted to the occupied airport of Tymbou in the northern part of Cyprus began operations on August 5, with a stopover in Istanbul or Ankara. ...

19. Artima Restaurant Unveils Exciting New Enhanced Menu!

Artima Restaurant, Limassol’s beloved dining destination known for its commitment to quality and innovation, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new enhanced menu, designed to tantalize taste buds and elevate the dining experience for all guests....

20. ''I'm 10 years old and I love torturing cats''

It sounds like the stuff of nightmares: a child proudly declaring a love for torturing cats. But this isn’t fiction; it’s a message posted inside an encrypted online group, part of a horrifying international network of animal abusers exposed by a recent BBC investigation....

21. Cyprus’ Pavlos Kontides reclaims world No. 1 in sailing

Cyprus is celebrating once again as Olympic sailor Pavlos Kontides has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the World Sailing rankings for the Laser (ILCA7) class....

22. Ozzy Osbourne, heavy metal’s 'Prince of Darkness', dies at 76

Ozzy Osbourne, the larger-than-life frontman of Black Sabbath and global symbol of heavy metal rebellion, has died at the age of 76....

23. Turkish airline to launch London–Tymbou route via Istanbul on July 26

A Turkish airline is preparing to launch a new flight route that will connect London to the occupied north of Cyprus via Istanbul’s secondary airport, raising both eyebrows and questions on the island....

24. Wizz Air is back in Israel - Flights to Tel Aviv take off on 8 August

25. Fidias interviewed Tatar, and I’m glad he did

What’s all the hullabaloo about? That’s what I found myself asking after watching MEP Fidias Panayiotou’s interview with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar. In my view, it was a fascinating, necessary, and, yes, bold move. But apparently, not everyone agrees....

26. Cyprus President urges UK to uphold role as guarantor power as talks expected to resume

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday urged the United Kingdom to fully embrace its responsibilities as a guarantor power in support of renewed efforts to resolve the Cyprus issue....

27. Christodoulides flies solo to UN summit in bold Cyprus peace bid

President Nikos Christodoulides will head to New York later this month for crucial UN-hosted talks on the Cyprus problem, but notably, he’ll be going alone....

28. Cyprus joins southern EU nations in opposing proposed France-UK migration pact

Cyprus and four other southern European Union countries have voiced opposition to a proposed migration agreement between France and the United Kingdom, cautioning it could shift the burden of asylum claims onto them....

29. Ship full of electric cars sinks in Pacific, now the ocean could pay the price

A cargo ship carrying over 3,000 vehicles, including hundreds of electric and hybrid cars, has sunk deep in the North Pacific, sparking serious concerns about battery contamination and a potential marine pollution disaster....

30. Wizz Air wins the World Finance most sustainable low-cost airline award for the fifth consecutive year

Wizz Air has once again been named the ''Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline'' by the World Finance Sustainability Awards in 2025. ...