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61. Audit service sounds alarm on Nicosia’s 14-year eye sore

A half-finished building on Spyros Kyprianou Avenue in Nicosia has stood as a city eyesore for 14 years, drawing the Audit Service’s criticism and raising broader questions about how Cyprus handles unfinished construction....

62. HIO’s double-payment excuses don’t add up

The Health Insurance Organization (HIO) manages the largest public health budget on the island, handling funds from patients, employers, and the state. Yet its recent response to a Kathimerini report on double payments totaling €150 million is a textbook example of smoke and mirrors....

63. GESY introduces barcode prescriptions to boost patient privacy

A new way of handling prescriptions within Cyprus’ General Healthcare System (GESY) is set to take effect this Friday, introducing barcode technology aimed at improving privacy for patients....

64. €150m controversy: HIO denies wrongdoing, says funds were never at risk

Cyprus’ Health Insurance Organization (HIO) is rejecting allegations of mismanagement and double payments within the national health system, insisting that the finances of the GeSY health fund remain fully protected despite reports suggesting otherwise....

65. Petrolina: A Dynamic Presence at the XM Limassol Marathon

A long-standing partner of the XM Limassol Marathon, Petrolina once again supported this year's event, both through its active participation and as the naming sponsor of the Petrolina 10 Km Energy Race, which took place on Sunday, 22 March 2026, with more than 1,000 runners taking part....

66. Two dead cows found on rural road in Orountas area

Two dead cows were recently found exposed in a rural area along the Oruntas–Agia Marina Xyliatou road, raising concerns over public health and the environment, local watchdog group Ecological and Cultural Intervention Oruntas reported Saturday....

67. 350-400 new colorectal cancer cases reported annually in Cyprus

Around 350–400 people in Cyprus are diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year, making it one of the most common cancers on the island. Health specialists warn that, despite these figures, the disease is largely preventable and highly treatable when identified early....

68. Surging waters at Xyliatos Dam prompt safety warnings

The Department of Forests has announced that Xyliatos Dam overflowed on Monday following recent rainfall, creating a striking natural display that has already begun attracting visitors to the area....

69. Health Insurance Organization overpaid €150 million in duplicate claims

An extraordinary case involving tens of millions of euros being drained from the HIO fund has been brought to light by “K.” At a time when middle- and low-income households are struggling with rising costs and widening inequality, which carries serious social consequences, officials within the HIO appear to have wasted vast sums of money. ...

70. No clear leader as polls shake up Cyprus election race

Political parties are increasingly moving to the rhythm of opinion polls, both public and private, as Cyprus heads into the final two months before voters go to the ballot box....

71. Unauthorized livestock transport detected; violators to lose compensation

Cyprus authorities have detected four cases of unauthorized livestock transport in recent days, raising concern among officials as efforts intensify to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease....

72. University of Cyprus racing to launch first English-language undergraduate program in 2026

The University of Cyprus is working against the clock to offer its first English-language undergraduate program starting with the 2026 academic year. ...

73. Dead dolphin found on Faros beach prompts investigation

The discovery of a dead dolphin washed ashore at Faros beach caused concern among morning visitors on Friday, after the animal was spotted lying along the coastline by members of the public....

74. Police examine leaked medical report linked to suspended Paphos mayor

Police are reviewing a medical report that surfaced online this week and is reportedly linked to the wife of suspended Paphos mayor Phedon Phedonos, as authorities assess whether the material constitutes new evidence in an already examined case....

75. Fake GESY message costs victim over €10,000 in new online scam

Police in Limassol are investigating a new case of online fraud after scammers posing as representatives of Cyprus’ General Health System (GESY) allegedly tricked a man into handing over his banking details, resulting in losses of more than €10,000....

76. Cyprus under livestock ‘quarantine’ and EU restrictions

Cyprus has effectively been placed under a nationwide livestock lockdown after European authorities imposed strict measures to stop the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, as infections continue to rise across the island....

77. Customs seize meat and dairy products at Deryneia crossing

Customs officers confiscated several animal products at the Deryneia crossing point on Sunday after finding food items being transported in violation of Green Line regulations....

78. Nurse shortage fears grow as Parliament delays plan to hire staff from abroad

Cyprus’ main employers’ organization is raising fresh concerns about staff shortages in the health sector, warning that delays in Parliament to ease the hiring of foreign nurses could soon be felt by patients....

79. Facing the harsh reality of the foot-and-mouth crisis

The arrival of European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare Oliver Várhelyi in Cyprus brought a decisive end to livestock farmers’ request that animals not infected with foot and mouth disease be spared on farms where cases have been detected....

80. EU Commissioner: All animals on infected farms must be culled

Farms hit by foot-and-mouth disease will have to kill all animals on site, even those that appear healthy, under strict European Union rules aimed at stopping the outbreak before it spreads further, an EU commissioner said Friday during a visit to Cyprus....

81. Lidl Cyprus presents its 3rd Sustainability Report for 2024

Lidl Cyprus presents its 2024 Sustainability Report, reflecting its steadfast commitment to responsible entrepreneurship that generates value for the Cypriot economy, society, and the environment. ...

82. Cyprus Agriculture Minister faces calls to resign over foot-and-mouth crisis

Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou and the government of President Nikos Christodoulides are once again in the political spotlight, facing criticism over their handling of the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. ...

83. Authorities urge calm as foot-and-mouth disease measures increase

Cyprus’ Veterinary Services are urging livestock farmers to strictly follow disease-control measures as authorities continue efforts to contain outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease, one of the most contagious animal viruses....

84. Foot-and-mouth battle intensifies, threatening farms and food prices

The fight against foot-and-mouth disease continues to escalate in the Larnaca district, with the situation taking increasingly worrying proportions in recent weeks. ...

85. 87% of recalled products still sold online, Cyprus consumer group warns

Most products that have been recalled or banned due to safety risks are still available to buy online, raising concerns about how effectively dangerous goods are being removed from the digital marketplace....

86. Mouflon protection sites in Platania and Stavros tis Psokas closed as precaution against foot-and-mouth disease

The Department of Forests has announced the temporary closure of public mouflon protection and observation facilities at Platania and Stavros tis Psokas as a precautionary measure aimed at protecting wildlife....

87. Foot-and-mouth outbreak grows as more farms hit and animal deaths pass 7,000

The foot-and-mouth outbreak in Cyprus continues to spread, with authorities confirming nine new infected livestock units and warning that more than 7,000 animals have now been culled in an effort to contain the highly contagious disease....

88. Cyprus steps up diabetes fight with focus on prevention and patient care

Cyprus is intensifying efforts to tackle diabetes through Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides said over the weekend, describing the condition as a growing public health challenge both locally and worldwide....

89. Cyprus ramps up culling  as authorities race to contain foot-and-mouth outbreak

Authorities are intensifying efforts to contain the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease affecting livestock units in the Larnaca district, with thousands of animals either already culled or scheduled for destruction in the coming days....

90. Purdue partners with University of Nicosia-Athens to advance research collaboration and online learning in Europe