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361. Cypriot students among EU’s highest in e-cigarette and hookah use

A recent European-wide survey (ESPAD) has revealed that Cypriot students rank among the highest in Europe for e-cigarette and hookah use, with 4.6% reporting daily use—well above the European average of 3.1%....

362. Unvaccinated child dies of measles in Texas

A child in West Texas has died from measles, marking the first reported U.S. death from the disease in ten years, according to state health officials....

363. Outrage over excessive inspection charges in Takata airbag recall

Companies conducting vehicle inspections as part of the Takata airbag recall are under fire for imposing hefty administrative fees, with some charging up to €160 for inspections that should be free under European regulations. ...

364. Youth clash on Larnaca's Makarios Avenue, sparks police hunt

A chaotic scene unfolded on Makarios Avenue in Larnaca on the night of Wednesday, February 26, when a confrontation broke out among a group of young men. According to police reports, the incident involved individuals of Arab origin....

365. Pentakomo project poses no threat to Mediterranean monk seal

The Department of Fisheries and Marine Research has clarified that the project in Pentakomo does not impact the Mediterranean monk seal or its resting habitat....

366. Tragic loss of life in Gaza amid freezing conditions

In a devastating consequence of a severe cold snap in Gaza, six Palestinian infants have died from hypothermia, medical officials report....

367. Prices of everyday essentials surge in January

Consumers felt the pinch in January as the prices of 26 staple products rose, with 11 categories jumping by more than 3%, according to the latest Consumer Product Price Watch. ...

368. Cyprus government unveils €60M investment plan to boost agriculture

The Cypriot government has rolled out a €60 million investment plan designed to boost the competitiveness and sustainability of the country’s agricultural sector. ...

369. 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....

370. Cypriot businesses set their sights on the U.S.

For the first time, a Cypriot business delegation will participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit and SelectUSA Tech Summit, two major investment events in the United States aimed at companies looking to enter or expand in the U.S. market....

371. Second fatal fire in a week as 33-year-old dies in Limassol blaze

Limassol is reeling from another fire-related tragedy, just days after a family of five lost their lives in their sleep due to a suspected faulty electrical appliance. ...

372. Cyprus ignored 57 EU warnings about deadly Takata airbags—Why?

Since 2019, the EU’s early warning system, Rapex-Safety Gate, has issued 57 alerts about defective Takata airbags, classifying the risk as "injuries" and warning that if deployed, metal fragments could injure or kill vehicle occupants. ...

373. Cyprus' energy gamble: Big promises, bigger delays, but a game-changer may be coming

Last week in Cairo, authorities from the Republic of Cyprus signed a non-binding host country agreement for the development of the Kronos gas field in Block 6 of Cyprus' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). ...

374. Cyprus government gives hotels deadline to get licensed or face closure

The government is giving unlicensed hotels and tourist accommodations a two-year window to secure their operating licenses, with specific milestones and actions outlined along the way. ...

375. One in three short-term rental accommodations is illegal

376. Investigations continue into tragic fire that killed family

Authorities in Limassol are continuing their investigation into the devastating house fire that claimed the lives of a **family of five** last Saturday....

377. USAID shutdown leaves Cyprus-based employees in uncertainty

The Trump administration’s abrupt decision to shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has left many of its global employees, including those stationed in Cyprus, in limbo....

378. Severe storms devastate occupied Karpasia

Heavy rain and hailstorms wreaked havoc across several occupied villages in Karpasia, causing significant damage to homes, outbuildings, and paddocks in Yialousa, Agios Andronicos, Agia Triada, and Melanagra....

379. Audit office wants big changes to land program for low-income families

The Audit Office has called for a major revision of the Land Allocation Plan for low-income families....

380. Freedom Holding Corp. reports 57% surge in Q3 revenue, hits $9 billion market cap milestone

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC), the parent company of Freedom24, has announced two significant milestones: strong third quarter results for fiscal year 2025 and a record market capitalisation of $9 billion....

381. Bomb threats target schools across Cyprus, police launch investigation

Schools across Cyprus were placed on high alert Tuesday morning after receiving threatening messages about bomb threats, prompting an immediate police response. ...

382. Multiple pensions on their last leg

With public statements from both Parliament and the Presidential Palace setting high expectations from the outset, the issue of multiple pensions for state officials is now reaching its decisive phase....

383. Who is the face behind the new Superhome Center?

The king of cement, Filaretos Kaltsidis, is behind the sale of Superhome DIY....

384. Concerns raised over unlabelled products containing controlled substances

The CNAA has issued a warning regarding the circulation of products containing controlled substances....

385. Alexandroupolis and Cyprus in Ankara's ''crosshairs''

From the upgrading of Alexandroupolis as a naval base to the military support of Cyprus, the strategic rearrangement of the region raises serious questions about the future security balances in the Mediterranean and the Balkans....

386. Threat against President Christodoulides under investigation

Authorities in Cyprus are working behind closed doors to investigate a threatening message sent to President Nikos Christodoulides. While details remain scarce, the President himself confirmed the threat, emphasizing that he has full confidence in law enforcement to handle the case....

387. Authorities on high alert after threats against President Christodoulides

Cypriot authorities have been placed on high alert following threats made against President Nicos Christodoulides. The threats, reportedly received via text message on the President’s phone, are linked to an ongoing court case....

388. Police chase leads to arrest of 25-year-old driver (video)

A police chase in Limassol on Thursday, January 30, ended with the arrest of a 25-year-old Syrian man who attempted to evade officers during a routine patrol....

389. Deadliest U.S. aviation disaster in nearly 25 years claims 67 lives

A horrific midair collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet on January 29, 2025, has resulted in the deaths of all 67 people aboard the two aircraft....

390. Tragedy on Cyprus roads as two young lives lost in separate crashes

Two tragic road accidents within hours of each other have left two young lives lost, sparking renewed concerns over road safety in Cyprus....