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31. Is Palodeia the future of higher education in Cyprus?

The University of Limassol (UoL), formerly known as CIIM, is set to relocate from central Limassol to Palodeia, as part of a large-scale, mixed-use development led by real estate firm bbf. ...

32. Serious allegations regarding fuel prices and black market of photovoltaic systems

Marios Drousiotis highlighted an official admission from the Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry confirming consumers' long-standing complaints about human error affecting fuel price monitoring, resulting in inflated prices....

33. Cyprus Environmental Dept backs Latchi development despite irregularities

A controversial tourist development in Latchi, Paphos, is facing increasing scrutiny as both the Paphos Provincial Municipality and the Environment Department become involved in a growing legal and environmental dispute. ...

34. Chemical castration proposed for child rapists in new law

A proposed law currently under development aims to protect children from rapists and address lenient sentencing by introducing chemical castration for convicted individuals as a condition for release from prison....

35. Shortcomings in Cyprus citizenship and immigration processes

A recent audit of the Department of Population and Immigration (DPI) has revealed significant delays in the processing of citizenship applications, particularly those based on marriage to a Cypriot citizen....

36. No relief in sight as electricity prices to remain high until 2027

Electricity prices in Cyprus are expected to remain elevated for the next two years, according to the chairman of the EAC....

37. Hotels cannot retain guest ID copies, Commissioner warns

38. Cyprus ends gas exploration in blocks 2, 3, and 9 after unsuccessful results

The exploitation licences in blocks 2, 3 and 9 of the Cyprus Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) have expired and have not been renewed, as the exploration did not show exploitable natural gas deposits, Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry George Papanastasiou confirmed to the Cyprus News Agency (CYPE)....

39. Cyprus vs. bureaucracy: Can the red tape finally be cut?

For years, bureaucracy has been a major roadblock for businesses in Cyprus. ...

40. Christodoulides unveils ambitious plans in State of the Union address

President Nicos Christodoulides has outlined a sweeping reform plan for 2025, aiming to enhance governance, strengthen security, and accelerate digital transformation. ...

41. Paphos EOA demands demolition of illegal Latchi tourist complex

The Paphos Provincial Self-Government Organization (EOA) has filed a lawsuit to stop illegal construction at a tourist apartment complex in Latchi....

42. 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. ...

43. Four Israeli soldiers freed, but disputes over civilian release spark tension

Hamas released four Israeli female soldiers on Saturday in a second wave of hostage releases under a fragile ceasefire agreement. The women, who had been held since the October 7 attacks, were handed over in a dramatic public display in Gaza City. ...

44. 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....

45. Construction permits surge in 2024 but stumble in August due to system hiccups

Building activity in Cyprus showed strong momentum in the first eight months of 2024, with construction permits climbing 8.6% compared to the same period in 2023....

46. Government accused of using foreign companies to access citizen data

The Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection clarified on Friday that no foreign or domestic company has direct access to government IT systems, records, or databases for issuing fines...

47. 10,000 migrant departures in 2024, asylum applications drop 41%

Cyprus has seen a significant reduction in asylum applications and migrant arrivals in 2024, according to Deputy Minister for Migration and International Protection, Nicolas Ioannides. ...

48. Celebrities' homes destroyed as wildfires force Hollywood's awards season to pause (VIDEO)

Hollywood's glittering awards season has hit a major roadblock as devastating wildfires rage across Los Angeles, forcing the cancellation and delay of key events. ...

49. 2024 EU shake-up includes higher Schengen visa fees, stricter border checks, and key new citizenship rules

In 2024, the European Union implemented several significant changes impacting the Schengen Area and EU citizenship rules....

50. 2025: A new chapter for Cyprus’s property market

2024 was both literally and figuratively a leap year. Metaphorically speaking, we anticipated this shift a year ago as we reflected on 2023 and made our predictions for the year ahead....

51. Police bust alleged residence permit scam in Cyprus

It started quietly, as most investigations do. Whispers of a network helping foreign domestic workers obtain fake residence permits reached the Crime Prevention Department (CPS)....

52. When does the renewal of traffic permits start?

The process of renewing vehicle registration permits for the year 2025 starts in a few days via the Department of Road Transport's website....

53. Europe’s salary showdown

Curious about which European countries are paying the best?...

54. Cyprus signs major deal for airport upgrades to boost passenger traffic

Cyprus has officially signed an agreement to settle long-standing disputes over its international airports. ...

55. Cyprus' biggest corruption cases head towards a verdict in 2025

The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is gearing up for a pivotal 2025, with several high-profile investigations nearing their conclusions....

56. New labour decrees in Cyprus: A win for skilled workers and foreign students

Cyprus is making moves to boost its workforce and fill gaps in key sectors with new policies that give both skilled professionals and foreign students more opportunities. ...

57. The Vatican, politics, and our underwater cable: A humorous take on Cyprus life

I read it, and I couldn’t believe my eyes. The Vatican is facing serious financial problems....

58. Russian nuclear weapons at Europe's doorstep

Russia has deployed tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, marking the first time its nuclear arsenal has been stationed outside Russian territory since the Cold War....

59. Greece needs 300,000 foreign workers amid labor shortage

It is estimated that Greece’s labor market needs more than 300,000 workers from other countries, from dishwashers to chefs to carpenters, machine operators and electricians to web and software developers....

60. NATO surrounds Chinese ship over undersea cable sabotage

Authorities are investigating the deliberate cutting of two undersea internet cables connecting Finland and Sweden to Central Europe last week, suspecting sabotage by a Chinese cargo vessel. ...