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1. €14 million in unpaid VAT? Gone.

Tensions ran high at the House Audit Committee on Thursday after MPs discovered that ''Blue Ocean,'' a Cyprus-based company linked to Abramovich, was dissolved in 2024 without settling a €14 million VAT bill, a debt that’s been on the books since at least 2010....

2. Cyprus wants you back!

What if the next big thing for Cyprus... is bringing its people back?...

3. Christodoulides tackles energy prices, demographic crisis, and declares Cyprus set to join Schengen

President Christodoulides outlined Cyprus’s plans to join the Schengen Area by 2026, urged no increase in electricity prices, and highlighted new measures to address the country’s demographic crisis....

4. Cyprus courts facing backlog of non-performing loan cases

There are currently 3,000 unresolved cases involving unpaid loans piling up in Cyprus' courts. These cases are being handled by judges based on the workload of each district court....

5. Parliament debates push for unified transparency portal

A bill aiming to boost government transparency by mandating the publication of all public sector decisions and administrative acts on a single digital platform was discussed Wednesday in Parliament’s Institutions Committee....

6. New law could let parties spend over €1 million in 2026 elections

Proposed changes to Cyprus’ electoral law, including a significant increase in campaign spending limits for parliamentary candidates, are nearing final approval ahead of the 2026 elections....

7. Cyprus slashes prison overcrowding, responds to Eurostat report

Prison overcrowding in Cyprus has dropped significantly, falling from 70% to 27% over the past year, the Justice Ministry said Monday....

8. Parents, caregivers could soon work less as Cyprus pushes for flexible hours in public sector

Working parents in Cyprus’ public sector may soon get the option to trim their daily hours by up to two, under a new government push to make work and family life easier to juggle. ...

9. PwC Cyprus: The Cypriot real estate market maintained its momentum in 2024

PwC Cyprus presents its annual report on the Cypriot real estate market, outlining the main developments and trends of the sector during 2024, through detailed analysis and the use of extensive databases as well as the firm’s sectoral expertise....

10.  Systemic neglect: Cyprus forces re-evaluations for lifelong disabilities, stripping vital benefits

Cyprus’ disability assessment system is under fire for failing to recognize congenital hearing loss as a permanent condition, prompting calls from lawmakers and disability advocates for urgent reforms....

11. Abbas names Hussein al-Sheikh as deputy

On Saturday, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas officially named his trusted ally, Hussein al-Sheikh, as his deputy, setting him up as the most likely successor. ...

12. Europe to tourists: Enough is enough!

If you’re planning a European getaway in 2025, expect more rules, higher fees, and fewer places to party. From Venice to Santorini, some of Europe’s most iconic destinations are saying “enough is enough” when it comes to mass tourism....

13. FDA to phase out artificial food dyes, approve natural alternatives

In a sweeping move to address growing concerns over synthetic food additives, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday it will phase out petroleum-based food dyes from the national food supply by the end of 2026. ...

14. Pope Francis’ funeral set for Saturday, Trump to attend, tributes pour in

The funeral of Pope Francis is expected to be held this Saturday, according to the latest information from Vatican sources. Among the world leaders set to attend the ceremony is U.S. President Donald Trump, who confirmed his presence in a post on Truth Social....

15. Kathikas brings back the Passion: A village’s Good Friday tradition lives on

The mountain village of Kathikas in the Paphos district is once again bringing history and faith to life tonight, Good Friday, as locals prepare to take part in a powerful and moving reenactment of Christ’s path to Golgotha, a tradition that’s now been going strong for nearly half a century....

16. Cyprus to launch post-Easter recruitment drive for 700 National Guard soldiers

The Council of Ministers has approved the Ministry of Defence’s proposal to recruit 700 contract soldiers for the National Guard....

17. April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 09/04/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

18. April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 04/04/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

19. IMF: Cyprus public sector salaries 27% higher than private sector

In a recent report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the gap between salaries in the public and private sectors in Cyprus has been laid bare; public sector wages are 27% higher, with the discrepancy reaching 32% among those with higher education qualifications....

20. Cyprus woos Wall Street as bankers back presidential pitch in the U.S.

Cypriot bankers have expressed their satisfaction with President Christodoulides' recent visit to the United States, where he promoted Cyprus as an attractive destination for investment. ...

21. Cyprus' social welfare services under fire amid rising failures and tragic cases

Cyprus’ Social Welfare Services (SWS) are facing deep-rooted problems that have been simmering for years, and these issues are now putting vulnerable people at serious risk....

22. Fourth year of drought in Cyprus threatens food security

Cyprus is entering its fourth consecutive year of drought, raising serious concerns over food security....

23. 12,000 citizenship applications stuck in limbo amid processing delays

A backlog of 12,000 citizenship applications has raised serious concerns about the efficiency of Cyprus’ immigration and residence permit processing system....

24. Doctor shortages and management issues plague Famagusta General Hospital

The challenges of doctor shortages and operational inefficiencies at Famagusta General Hospital were brought before the Parliamentary Health Committee....

25. Like it or not, Cyprus must investigate migrant pushback claims by 2026

Cyprus will be required to investigate complaints of illegal migrant pushbacks starting in June 2026 under new European legislation, a European Commission spokesperson confirmed. ...

26. Cyprus court clears five Israelis in British woman’s rape case

A Cyprus court has acquitted five Israeli men accused of abducting and raping a British woman in the resort town of Ayia Napa....

27. Millions spent, promises made—but children still suffer in silence

''What’s the goal here? To have food on the table for a day or two, or to ensure there's always food on the table?''...

28. Cyprus courts U.S. investors in energy, tech, and finance

Cyprus is making a bold push to attract American investment, with President Nicos Christodoulides leading a high-profile delegation to the United States....

29. FBI urges Cyprus to use digital tech in fight against financial crime

Cyprus is facing increasing pressure to overhaul its approach to financial crime and sanctions evasion, following the release of a crucial report from the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice. ...

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