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1. Greek trafficking ring repurposed seized boats to smuggle migrants

Greek authorities have uncovered a human trafficking network that repurposed seized boats for smuggling migrants, exposing a shocking loophole in maritime enforcement....

2. Cyprus repatriates 18,000 migrants since Christodoulides took office

For the first time, Cyprus has managed to repatriate more migrants than those who entered the country, marking a significant shift in its migration policy...

3. Government under fire over community leader appointments

Tensions are mounting over the government's controversial decision to appoint 209 community leaders in the newly established municipalities, ...

4. Hôtel-Dieu de France expands to Limassol

Investment in Limassol’s healthcare sector is gaining momentum, with the renowned Hôtel-Dieu de France hospital from Beirut set to establish a state-of-the-art medical center in the heart of the city....

5. Restaurant owner shot in occupied Nicosia

A brazen armed attack on a restaurant owner in occupied Nicosia has shaken the Turkish Cypriot community, raising fresh concerns over security and organized crime in the north....

6. COSMOS Insurance envisions ''an angelic world'' for its new campaign

How often have you wished to live in a world where unexpected events, accidents, problems, and bad moments were nonexistent? In other words, an angelic world?...

7. Trump’s tariff plans could hurt Cyprus’ economy

The looming inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has stirred concern across the Eurozone, and Cyprus is no exception....

8. Spanish parliamentary leader visits Pournara Migrant Center

The President of Spain’s Congress of Deputies, Francina Armengol Socias, visited the Pournara First Reception Centre in Cyprus on Tuesday, shedding light on the shared challenges of migration faced by both countries. ...

9. Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt team up to boost business opportunities

Entrepreneurs and businesses eyeing opportunities in the Eastern Mediterranean have reason to celebrate. Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt have formalized a powerful partnership with the establishment of a Trilateral Business Council...

10. Powerful earthquake hits Tibet, leaving 53 dead (video)

A strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit a remote area of Tibet early on Tuesday morning, killing at least 53 people and injuring 62 others. The earthquake, which struck at 9:05 a.m. local time,...

11. Turkish mafia turf war turns Athens streets into a battleground

A brutal daylight ambush on Monday in the suburb of Glyfada in southern Athens marked the latest chapter in the violent turf war among Turkish organized crime factions operating in Greece....

12. Europe shines in global race for smarter power grids, but China gains ground

Europe is at the forefront of innovation in electricity grid technology, sharing the lead with Japan in global patent filings over the past decade....

13. 22 million users cut off as Europe's largest piracy ring busted

In a sweeping operation spanning multiple countries, Italian police dismantled a massive illegal streaming network that served more than 22 million users across Europe. Dubbed ''Operation Takendown''...

14. Russian software company offers job to 7-year-old programming prodigy

A seven-year-old boy from St. Petersburg has captured the attention of the tech world, earning an offer for a management role at a Russian software company—once he’s old enough to work legally....

15. Australia to ban under-16s from social media in global first

Australia’s government plans to introduce what it describes as "world-leading" legislation that would prohibit children under 16 from using social media, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced....

16. Polls close in key US battlegrounds as Trump secures early wins

Polls have closed in the U.S. presidential election, including in all seven crucial swing states, as results start to trickle in....

17. Cyprus Airways pilot recalls flight hours before 1974 Turkish Invasion

On Friday, July 19, 1974, 30-year-old Cyprus Airways pilot Adamos Marneros paced nervously in his London hotel room. ...

18. Major organized crime sweep in Nicosia

A significant operation targeting organized crime began early Wednesday morning, October 30, in the Nicosia district. Authorities, including the Nicosia Crime Investigation Unit, the Crime Prevention Squad, and canine units, have mobilized for the extensive crackdown....

19. Euronet remains only bidder in delayed JCC sale

The process for the sale of JCC Payment Systems, which began confidentially over the summer, appears to have hit a "snag," with Euronet as the only prospective buyer. ...

20. The loss of US media credibility

The US elections are highlighting the catastrophic consequences of the long-term devaluation of the country’s ''traditional'' news media....

21. University of Nicosia Hosts Ceremonial Event for NEOLAiA European University Alliance

22. President unveils €30 million plan to revitalize Troodos region

President Nikos Christodoulides has unveiled a comprehensive plan aimed at revitalizing the Troodos mountainous region, with more than 20 major projects and policy actions set to be implemented. ...

23. Cyprus under siege as cyberattacks raise alarms

Since October 17, hackers have been launching a series of targeted attacks on various organizations and companies across Cyprus, sparking public debate about the country's ability to fend off cyber threats. ...

24. FT: Foreign students lured to illegal universities in occupied Cyprus

The Financial Times published an extensive report from Nicosia, highlighting a scheme targeting foreign students, particularly from Africa and Asia, through agencies promoting study opportunities at illegal universities in the occupied northern Cyprus....

25. Cyprus joins European Heritage Days with cultural events

The Ministry of Interior and the Department of Town Planning and Housing have announced the launch of the European Heritage Days 2024 events......

26. Dr. Silas Michaelides recognized as top expert in Artificial Neural Networks

Dr. Silas Michaelides, who leads the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence at the Cyprus University of Technology, has been named one of the world’s top scientists in the field of Artificial Neural Networks, placing in the top 0.5% globally. ...

27. Businesses in Cyprus can benefit economically from policies for fewer cars

Cities worldwide are increasingly adopting pedestrian-friendly and bicycle-friendly policies, amid growing concerns over the climate crisis and the need to reduce air and noise pollution. ...

28. Nicosia to improve walking and cycling by 2030

Nicosia has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform the city into a '15-minute city' by 2030, aiming to ensure that residents can access essential services within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from their homes, officials announced Monday. ...

29. Greek authorities warn of Turkish Mafia's espionage risk

A confidential report authored by Greek security authorities charting the activity of the Turkish mafia in Greece has issued a stern warning about the risk of its being used as a tool by secret services....

30. Russia's ongoing efforts to undermine elections, experts warn

Russia has been actively working to influence democratic elections globally, according to Yulia Smirnova of the Berlin-based Center for Monitoring, Analysis, and Strategy....