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631. Nick Kounoupias, Global Head of IP for Michael Kyprianou Law Firm Appointed to Cyprus AI Taskforce

We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Nick Kounoupias, Global Head of Intellectual Property at Michael Kyprianou LLC, has been appointed by the Cyprus Council of Ministers to the Cyprus AI Taskforce as approved by the Council of Ministers....

632. New EU directive to shake up electricity pricing in Cyprus

633. NASDAQ-listed Freedom24 is making its mark in Cyprus and beyond

When Timur Turlov, the CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., set his sights on Cyprus, he saw more than just a financial hub—he saw opportunity. In a market where fintech companies are staking their claims, ...

634. United against cancer as the nation commits to care and hope

President Nikos Christodoulides reaffirmed the state's responsibility to provide high-quality healthcare for cancer patients....

635. The ''Greenest'' restaurant in Cyprus

This restaurant won the Sustainability in Gastronomy Award as part of the Wiz 50 Best Restaurants 2024....

636. 76-year-old arrested in Cyprus after €150,000 fraud

A 76-year-old man was arrested Thursday in Larnaca after a joint investigation between Cypriot and German authorities uncovered his involvement in an internet fraud and money laundering scheme....

637. Deadliest U.S. aviation disaster in nearly 25 years claims 67 lives

A horrific midair collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet on January 29, 2025, has resulted in the deaths of all 67 people aboard the two aircraft....

638. Cyprus’ housing is in crisis as foreign buyers take over the market

As housing becomes an increasingly pressing issue for the majority of Cypriots, Parliament is opening up a debate on the surge in real estate purchases by third-country nationals....

639. Turkey announces killing of 15 Kurdish fighters

Turkey announced today that it had killed 13 Kurdish fighters in northern Syria and two in Iraq....

640. European Parliament seeks Cypriot administrators

In a significant move to address imbalances in staff representation, the European Parliament has launched a competition aimed specifically at Cypriot nationals....

641. A green planet with India leading the way

Climate Change is a defining challenge of our times but as the world hurtles toward an escalating climate crisis, India is stepping into a global leadership role to tackle climate change. ...

642. Cyprus moves toward its first museum of contemporary art

Cyprus is moving closer to establishing its own Museum of Contemporary Art, following the recent appointment of an Advisory Committee by the Deputy Ministry of Culture. ...

643. Illegal construction in Latchi sparks legal battle

A brewing scandal in Latchi has exposed significant irregularities in the construction of a tourism project, placing local authorities and developers under scrutiny. ...

644. Fresh push for Cyprus solution: UN and regional talks gain momentum

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis has highlighted a fresh push to address the long-standing Cyprus issue, with recent diplomatic efforts signaling potential progress. ...

645. Archbishop warns of a return to the Dark Ages and accuses Tychikos of being a puppet

''We must not return to the Dark Ages,'' declared Archbishop George of Cyprus on Friday....

646. Greek and Turkish Cypriot expats stand united in London

A group of Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots gathered on Thursday outside the Cyprus High Commission in London....

647. 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. ...

648. RIK welfare fund scandal: Taxpayers on the hook for mismanaged millions

A potential case of misappropriation of public funds has emerged involving the Cyprus Radio Broadcasting Corporation's (RIK) Welfare Fund, according to findings from the Parliamentary Control Committee....

649. It was a low bar

The Housing Grant Scheme for young couples and individuals up to 41 years of age was launched on 31 October 2024, with a target of 400 beneficiary applications and a total budget of €15 million. ...

650. Cyprus tightens immigration rules with new law changes

In a unanimous decision, the Cyprus House of Representatives has approved an update to the country’s Aliens and Immigration Law, bringing in new changes that aim to modernize the immigration system and align it with the recently created State Ministry of Immigration and International Protection....

651. Chaos over fine notifications: 'Website operation is illegal'

A barrage of criticism from MPs has been directed at the Police for "threatening citizens" with court referrals if they fail to pay fines from the photo-enforcement system by the end of March....

652. Tobacco products worth €200,000 found hidden behind bird cages (PHOTOS)

Members of the Nicosia CID conducted a coordinated operation today between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM....

653. Georgian ballet to dazzle Paphos in March

World-class artistry is coming to Paphos this spring, as the renowned Georgian National Ballet Sukhishvili takes the stage for two breathtaking performances....

654. Police officer arrested on multiple charges of corruption

Investigations by the CID are ongoing...

655. Building safety concerns prompt EAC building evacuation

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has evacuated its oldest building in central Nicosia as a precautionary measure after inspections flagged seismic safety deficiencies....

656. Prisoner attempts escape from Limassol Court

A commotion erupted at the Limassol Court on Tuesday morning, January 21, when a prisoner attempted to escape....

657. 435th Squadron at Papandreou Base for infrastructure upgrade

An assessment team from the 435th U.S. Air Force Emergency Response Support Squadron is visiting Cyprus this week....

658. Trump declares immigration emergency in first act

On his first day back in the White House, President Donald Trump hit the ground running, signing a wave of executive actions aimed at undoing much of his predecessor’s legacy. The day was packed with bold decisions, controversial pardons, and a few unexpected twists....

659. Over 3,100 traffic offences reported in one week

More than 3,104 traffic offences were detected and reported during traffic checks carried out by members of the police across the country from 13/01/2025 to 19/01/2025....

660. Greece to launch 22 'Onassis Public Schools' in disadvantaged areas

The Greek government, in collaboration with the Onassis Foundation, is launching 22 ''Onassis Public Schools'' to bring transformative changes to public education in underprivileged areas....