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61. Work has started on the upgrade and expansion of the A&E Department at Nicosia General Hospital

Work to upgrade and expand the Accident & Emergency Department at Nicosia General Hospital will begin on Monday....

62. Freedom24 Chess Academy has opened in Limassol

Freedom24 Chess Academy was officially inaugurated in Limassol on March 1. Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., encouraged the young participants to strive for new heights in chess. ...

63. Calls for resignation of SHSO board amid growing healthcare concerns

The resignation of the Board of Directors of the Cyprus Health Services Organization was demanded today during a Parliamentary Health Committee meeting discussing the 2025 budgets for SHSO and the Health Insurance Organization....

64. Government under fire over community leader appointments

Tensions are mounting over the government's controversial decision to appoint 209 community leaders in the newly established municipalities, ...

65. Fire ravages three-story home in Egkomi, nearby residents evacuated (video)

A fire broke out late Tuesday night in a three-story wooden house in Egkomi, causing extensive damage and prompting the precautionary evacuation of nearby residents....

66. How Cyprus became the secret hub of the global porn industry

When people think of Cyprus, they picture sunny beaches, rich history, and perhaps a financial hub. But what few realize is that the island is also home to some of the world's biggest players in the adult content industry....

67. Pope Francis faces setback amid pneumonia battle

Pope Francis has suffered another setback in his fight against pneumonia, experiencing two acute respiratory crises on Monday that required doctors to place him back on noninvasive mechanical ventilation, the Vatican announced....

68. English School Board denies pressure claims, alleges smear campaign

A deepening dispute at the English School in Nicosia has taken another turn, with several board members rejecting allegations made by the headmaster that they pressured him over entrance exam results....

69. Greeks call for accountability 2 years after Tempe train tragedy

Two years after one of Greece’s worst railway disasters, the country is still reeling from the February 28, 2023, crash in Tempe, where 57 lives were tragically lost....

70. Police demand €45,000 for carnival security, sparks outrage

A €45,000 bill from the police to Limassol's local authorities for security at this year's Sunday carnival parade has stirred heated reactions, with municipal officials calling the demand unacceptable and legally baseless....

71. Cyprus rolls out the red carpet for civil servants

A decade after the financial crisis that forced Cyprus to slash public sector benefits under the terms of its bailout agreement, the government is now gradually rolling back austerity measures — handing back perks to civil servants in a move seen as both politically strategic and potentially risky....

72. Nicosia's old GSP transformed into urban park ready for public use

The long-awaited redevelopment of the old GSP site is nearly complete and is set to be handed over to the Nicosia Municipality in March. ...

73. Cyprus climbs UEFA rankings as Pafos FC shines

Cyprus has made significant progress in the UEFA rankings, moving up to 19th place after Pafos FC’s qualification for the next stage of European competition....

74. Death of Thanasis Nikolaou – Stavrianos’ appeal rejected

The Supreme Court Plenary has rejected the appeal of forensic pathologist Panikos Stavrianos in the case of Thanasis Nikolaou’s death....

75. Illegal hunting of skylarks in Cyprus

Despite strict regulations prohibiting the hunting of skylarks after February 10, illegal hunting of the endangered birds continues....

76. Anti-immigration rhetoric grows, but immigrants could help Europe's (and Cyprus') aging populations

The rise of far-right, anti-immigration politics across Europe is threatening to accelerate the continent’s demographic decline, experts warn, potentially triggering economic instability, labor shortages, and soaring costs for elderly care....

77. Sklavenitis reopens first renovated Papantoniou supermarket in Engomi

The Pappantoniou supermarket in Engomi has undergone a complete renovation and will reopen its doors in early March under the new name Sklavenitis....

78. Government announces minimum wage increase for hotel workers

President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted key economic and labor policy decisions today during a Council of Ministers meeting at the Presidential Palace, emphasizing efforts to boost employment and attract Cypriot professionals back home....

79. Is Cyprus' public sector too large? Hiring freeze lifted amid rising costs.

The Cyprus government is set to fully lift the ban on hiring permanent public sector employees, marking a significant shift from austerity measures imposed over a decade ago....

80. Tragic house fire in Limassol claims lives of five family members

A devastating house fire in Limassol early Saturday morning resulted in the deaths of a family of five, including three young children....

81. The White House’s Valentine’s Day post that stole hearts (and possibly visas)

Valentine’s Day is typically a time for chocolates, flowers, and sweet nothings whispered over candlelit dinners....

82. New Bean Bar opens at the University of Nicosia

83. DiCarlo’s visit to Cyprus paves the way for Geneva Conference on Cyprus issue

The two-day visit of UN Assistant Secretary-General for Political and Peacekeeping Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo, marked a significant step in the UN’s efforts to organize an international conference on the Cyprus issue, set to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, ...

84. Implement a national strategy for people with autism, says Demetriou

Annita Demetriou, emphasized the need for a strengthened national strategy supporting individuals with autism....

85. Four new types of branches at the Bank of Cyprus

Bank of Cyprus branches are entering a new era, with the bank having moved to modernise the operational model of its network with four types of branches....

86. High-rise towers to replace historic KEAN factory in Limassol

87. Eurobank moves for full control of Hellenic Bank in major takeover push

February is shaping up to be a pivotal month for Hellenic Bank, as key financial moves unfold, including a full takeover bid by major shareholder Eurobank, the completion of key acquisitions, and a voluntary exit plan for employees....

88. Old GSP redevelopment nears completion, set to transform Nicosia’s historic centre

The long-anticipated redevelopment of the old GSP stadium in the heart of Nicosia is set to be handed over to the public this month, marking a major step in the revitalization of the capital’s historic centre....

89. Organs of abused child donated after tragic death

Early Tuesday morning, doctors at Pagni Hospital in Heraklion completed the organ retrieval procedure for little Angelos, the boy who was declared brain dead after suffering severe abuse at the hands of his mother and her partner....

90. Hunters meet with Justice Minister to discuss anti-poaching efforts

The fight against poaching was the central topic of a meeting Monday between the Hunting Federation and the Minister of Justice....