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1. Rossini’s Stabat Mater to stir hearts in Nicosia and Limassol

As Cyprus prepares for Holy Week, a musical masterpiece is set to take center stage, offering audiences a deeply moving experience....

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

3. Reduced VAT on electricity bills begins tomorrow

A reduction in VAT on electricity bills will take effect tomorrow, bringing relief to consumers, especially vulnerable households. The VAT on electricity will drop from 19% to 9%, meaning savings for many households across the island....

4. New health bill ensures no more prescriptions from non-GESY doctors

The House of Representatives approved an urgent amendment to the General Healthcare System on Thursday afternoon, with 37 votes in favor and 3 against....

5. Signs claiming ''British Genocide Base'' appear near Akrotiri, investigation underway

Strange signs reading ''British Genocide Base'' in both English and Greek appeared on roads leading to the Akrotiri British Bases in Cyprus earlier this week, catching the attention of passersby and sparking heated discussion online. ...

6. Welcome home, Panagis!

After a long journey and months of care, Panagis, the Mediterranean monk seal who captured hearts last year, is finally heading back to the Cypriot seas. ...

7. Powerful earthquake devastates Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 150

A massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand on Friday, killing at least 152 people and leaving hundreds injured. ...

8. FBI delivers money laundering report on Cyprus. So what happens now?

After nine months of collaboration between the U.S. team and Cypriot authorities, the long-awaited FBI report on money laundering and sanctions evasion has finally reached the government. ...

9. Eurobank’s €1.3B move creates Cyprus’ largest bank

Eurobank Group’s €1.3 billion investment in Hellenic Bank is set to reshape Cyprus' banking landscape, creating the country’s largest financial institution with total assets of €27.5 billion....

10. Countdown to chaos: Cyprus’ traffic light fiasco

The government has been given an ultimatum: install countdown timers at traffic lights equipped with cameras within six months—or shut down the traffic camera system entirely. ...

11. New solar park in Sotira with 6,534 kW capacity

The Environmental Authority has approved the development of a 6,534 kW solar park within the administrative boundaries of the Sotira Community, in the Famagusta District....

12. 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....

13. 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....

14. Daleela Sets Sail Again: Cyprus-Greece Ferry Resumes for 2025

The Cyprus-Greece passenger ferry is gearing up for another season, with the Daleela setting sail from Limassol on Saturday, May 31. The service, now in its fourth year, will run 22 round trips between Cyprus and Piraeus, continuing to offer travelers an alternative to air travel....

15. Authorities crack down on illegal immigration in Paphos

Authorities carried out a large-scale operation in Paphos on Wednesday as part of ongoing efforts to tackle illegal immigration....

16. Fury in parliament over solar energy cuts

A heated confrontation erupted in parliament between MPs and the Distribution System Operator (DSO) over restrictions on home-installed photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...

17. 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....

18. Hope fades as search for missing migrants off Cape Greco suspended

Authorities have called off the search for migrants who were aboard a boat that overturned in international waters southeast of Cape Greco....

19. Cyprus ready for tough wildfire season

As temperatures rise and the dry season approaches, Cyprus is preparing for battle—against wildfires. The Department of Forests has received 25 new fire engines, a significant boost to the country's firefighting capabilities, as the government vows to keep strengthening its fire response fleet....

20. Heathrow Airport shutdown sparks chaos – flights from Larnaca canceled

A major power outage at Heathrow Airport has thrown international travel into disarray, grounding thousands of flights and leaving passengers stranded....

21. €170 Million expansion kicks off at Larnaca and Paphos airports

After years of planning and preparation, the expansion of Larnaka and Pafos Airports is officially underway. ...

22. Nicosia Mayor sounds alarm over city's financial crisis

Nicosia’s mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, has raised the alarm over the capital’s financial situation, warning that without immediate state support, the municipality will struggle to meet its obligations. ...

23. Heathrow Airport shuts down due to nearby fire, flights diverted

London’s Heathrow Airport, the busiest in the UK, has been forced to close until at least midnight following a major power outage caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation....

24. The best bank to ever come out of Cyprus?

The management of Hellenic Bank has set an ambitious goal for the new structure that will emerge in the coming months following its consolidation with Eurobank Cyprus....

25. Toilet trouble: Two men convicted in £4.75M gold toilet heist at Blenheim Palace

Two men have been convicted for their roles in the audacious theft of a fully functional 18-carat gold toilet, valued at £4.75 million, from Blenheim Palace in September 2019....

26. Hellenic Seaplanes sets sights on launching Cyprus’ first seaplane routes

Cyprus, with its strategic geographical position, has the potential to become a key hub for seaplane routes, both domestically and across the Eastern Mediterranean....

27. 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. ...

28. New health and education complex to transform Lakatamia

Investments in Cyprus' health sector are booming, with new hospital units sprouting up across the island....

29. AI Auditing or Auditing AI? Ensuring Accountability and Trust

As artificial intelligence (AI) systems are used more and more in core business models in multiple sectors such as finance, healthcare, technology, and human resources, ensuring their transparency, fairness, integrity and reliability is paramount....

30. Cyprus' economic growth faces challenges, lenders highlight key concerns

The Cypriot economy is showing strong signs of growth, with GDP expected to rise by over 3% and unemployment dropping below 5% in 2024. Private consumption continues to play a key role in driving this growth. ...