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1. From water woes to bank bets, here are the stories to follow

2. Cyprus faces water cuts this summer despite new government measures

Cyprus is bracing for a tough summer as the risk of water cuts remains high, despite new government measures aimed at tackling the ongoing water scarcity issue....

3. Water we waiting for? Government unveils €8 million plan to combat water scarcity

The Cabinet has approved an emergency state grant of €8 million for one year to help local governments and communities reduce water supply network losses....

4. Larnaca port workers stage 24-hour strike over safety and unloading delays

Workers at the Port of Larnaca kicked off a 24-hour warning strike on Monday morning, blocking the port entrance in protest of unsafe working conditions and issues with the cargo unloading process....

5. Grid limitations threaten Cyprus’ green energy boom

Cyprus’ green energy transition, once a major draw for investors, is now facing serious roadblocks as the national electricity grid struggles to handle more renewable energy projects. ...

6. Aegean reports strong 2024 results with record revenue and passenger growth

AEGEAN announces its operating and financial results for fiscal year 2024....

7. French MEP calls for return of Statue of Liberty, citing US departure from its values

French MEP Raphael Glucksmann has stirred controversy by suggesting that the United States should return the Statue of Liberty to France....

8. Questions mount after 14-year-old's tragic fall from Trilogy Tower

The tragic death of a 14-year-old boy who fell from the 34th floor of the Trilogy complex in Limassol has left many questions unanswered, sparking intense investigations by law enforcement since early Thursday morning. ...

9. Lebanese investor threatens legal action over blocked €115M Nicosia development

A Lebanese investor is threatening legal action after the Department of Antiquities blocked a €115 million development near the historic Nicosia walls, despite other authorities initially supporting the project...

10. Thanasis' mother claims ex-coroner is key to cover-up

In a heart-wrenching update to the case of Thanasis Nikolaou, his mother, Adriana, made shocking allegations of a cover-up surrounding her son’s death, which she insists still remains unsolved. ...

11. Black Lives Matter mural demolished amid Republican pressure (VIDEO)

Construction crews began dismantling Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House on Monday, March 10, following Republican threats to cut the city’s transportation funding unless the site was renamed....

12. Cyprus farmers face ruin as drought devastates crops

Cypriot farmers are staring down a bleak future as a third consecutive year of drought wreaks havoc on their crops. Many now face tough decisions, with some fearing financial ruin as their fields dry up and their harvests fail....

13. Solar power, minus the power as homeowners left in the dark

Citizens who installed photovoltaic (solar) systems in Cyprus are feeling left in the dark and frustrated as their green energy is continuously cut off, leaving them to rely on conventional electricity. ...

14. ''Populism and opportunism'' behind reactions, claims company

The owners of the CITADEL project, Nerofarm Ltd., have issued a statement clarifying their position in response to media coverage regarding the development in the Palouriotissa area....

15. Indian Film Festival Week 2025 to take place in Nicosia

The Indian Film Festival Week 2025 is set to take place from March 5 to March 9 at ARTos House in Nicosia, offering a unique opportunity for Cypriot audiences to experience the depth and creativity of Indian cinema....

16. Greeks call for accountability 2 years after Tempe train tragedy

Two years after one of Greece’s worst railway disasters, the country is still reeling from the February 28, 2023, crash in Tempe, where 57 lives were tragically lost....

17. Gene Hackman found dead at Santa Fe home with wife and dog

Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, beloved for his roles in iconic films such as The French Connection and Unforgiven, has passed away at the age of 94....

18. Calls for action against energy poverty amid tragic deaths

Political parties are urging immediate action against energy poverty following a series of fatal fires caused by unsafe heating conditions....

19. Tragic loss of life in Gaza amid freezing conditions

In a devastating consequence of a severe cold snap in Gaza, six Palestinian infants have died from hypothermia, medical officials report....

20. Farmers face devastating crop losses as freezing temps hit hard

Cyprus’ farmers are facing major losses as freezing temperatures from the Coral weather system devastate crops across the island. The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment has vowed to step in quickly, promising immediate support for those affected....

21. Agia Varvara residents demand fair compensation for power surge damages

Residents of Agia Varvara are voicing their frustration after a sudden power surge on January 23 destroyed electrical appliances in their homes....

22.  Unique protected species in Europe killed at the Mavrokolympos Dam

A month ago, the Ministry of Agriculture announced an environmental disaster: the drainage of the Mavrokolympos dam due to a technical failure that could not be repaired. ...

23. Supreme Court ruling forces ''haircut'' victims to district courts

The Cyprus Supreme Court has confirmed that cases related to the controversial 2013 ''haircuts'' at Bank of Cyprus and Laiki Bank must be heard by District Courts, not the Administrative Court, according to a statement from the Legal Service. ...

24. Farmers battle brutal frost as ‘Coral’ cold front devastates crops

The bitter cold brought by the Coral weather system has left Cyprus' farmers reeling as frost has destroyed their hard-earned crops overnight....

25. Bank of Cyprus cancels plan to sell JCC Payment Systems

The process for the sale of JCC Payment Systems has been halted, bringing an end to the deal between JCC and Euronet that had been under consideration since the summer of 2024....

26. Blame game erupts over Limassol tragedy and electricity law

A fierce political dispute has ignited between former Transport Minister Yannis Karousos and current Minister Alexis Vafeadis following the recent tragedy in Limassol, with both officials pointing fingers over the state of electrical safety regulations in Cyprus....

27. Cyprus court halts sale of mortgaged property

In a landmark ruling, the Nicosia District Court has suspended the sale of mortgaged properties, citing illegalities in mortgage agreements....

28. Investigations continue into tragic fire that killed family

Authorities in Limassol are continuing their investigation into the devastating house fire that claimed the lives of a **family of five** last Saturday....

29. Modernist landmark in Nicosia faces demolition

The demolition of yet another modernist landmark in Cyprus has reignited concerns over the preservation of the island’s architectural heritage. ...

30. Audit office wants big changes to land program for low-income families

The Audit Office has called for a major revision of the Land Allocation Plan for low-income families....