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91. Teachers sound alarm over hungry students in schools

Primary school teachers in Cyprus are raising concerns about children coming to school hungry, with some students lacking even a simple sandwich to get through the day....

92. Lecture by Renowned Entrepreneur John Christodoulou at European University Cyprus

The School of Business of European University Cyprus (EUC), demonstrating its commitment to making a meaningful impact in the business sector and society, hosted a prestigious lecture featuring world-renowned London-based Cypriot-born entrepreneur, John Christodoulou....

93. Safety measures ignored as two students injured in school incidents

In light of a recent ban on mobile phones in secondary schools, discussions about student safety have intensified following two serious incidents in schools, ...

94. 14-year-old arrested in AI image manipulation scandal at Famagusta school

The British Bases (BB) in Dhekelia are investigating a serious case at a Famagusta District high school, where male students allegedly used artificial intelligence to manipulate unauthorized photos of female students and teachers, transforming them into indecent images....

95. University of Nicosia Hosts Ceremonial Event for NEOLAiA European University Alliance

96. Goodbye and thanks for all the halloumi!

I depart Cyprus after a little over two years as the British High Commissioner. What are my main reflections?...

97. Fidias joins protest against school mobile phone ban, low student turnout

A protest against the recent ban on mobile phones in secondary and technical schools drew a modest turnout in Eleftherias Square, with about 60 to 70 students in attendance....

98. 8-year-old boy seriously injured in school incident

Larnaca police are investigating a troubling incident involving an 8-year-old boy who was seriously injured at his primary school last Thursday. The boy’s injury has raised concerns about safety protocols within the school premises and has led to potential legal action from his family....

99. Lidl is holding the ''mind RESET'' programme for the 4th consecutive year

On the 16th and 17th of September, the first phase of the successful environmental educational programme was successfully completed, and focuses on the training of teachers of the participating schools....

100. FT: Foreign students lured to illegal universities in occupied Cyprus

The Financial Times published an extensive report from Nicosia, highlighting a scheme targeting foreign students, particularly from Africa and Asia, through agencies promoting study opportunities at illegal universities in the occupied northern Cyprus....

101. Pilot program to promote cultural literacy in 15 Cypriot schools

Cyprus is launching a pilot program in schools aimed at promoting cultural literacy among students, officials announced Thursday in Nicosia. Education Minister Athina Michaelidou and Deputy Minister of Culture Vasiliki Kassianidou introduced the "Schools as Ambassadors of Culture - Students as Ambassadors of Citizenship" initiative, which will roll out in 15 schools across all educational levels this academic year. ...

102. Winners of Robotex and MRC Cyprus 2024 Awarded at the Bank of Cyprus

The winners of the 7th Robotex Cyprus and the 1st Minoan RobotSports Competition MRC Cyprus that took place last June under the auspices of the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, were honored. ...

103. High school principal accused of violating rights of student with ADHD

A high school principal has been reported to the police and the Ministry of Education by a student's father due to the principal's behavior toward a student with ADHD......

104. Frustrated graduates flee abroad as job markets fail them

Over the past two decades, an educational revolution swept through much of the developing world. ...

105. University of Nicosia Achieves Top 501-600 Global Rank in THE WUR 2025 

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) has held its rank among the top 501-600 universities globally for the third consecutive year, according to the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (WUR)....

106. UK youth joblessness jumps 25% since 2022

A growing number of young people in the United Kingdom......

107. Greek Cypriot dialect preserves Ancient Greek roots

Greek and Greek Cypriot dialects have distinct characteristics that have developed over millennia. ...

108. Education Ministry expands security guard program to all high schools

The Government has decided to place security guards in all high schools across the country, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou announced today....

109. Education Minister calls for mobile phone ban over gambling worries

Due to worries about students getting involved in online gambling during school breaks, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou is calling for a ban on mobile phones in secondary schools....

110. First student housing set to open in old town Nicosia

The first student residence inside Nicosia’s walled city will open in November, offering 13 rooms as part of a larger plan to create 380 student spaces. ...

111. KPMG in Cyprus supports the Pancyprian Volunteerism Coordinative Council’s campaign ‘Back to School Supplies for ALL children'

At KPMG Cyprus, we remain committed to our mission of giving back to the community....

112. The fall of a man who held the powerful accountable

In the famous film ''Dead Poet's Society'', Welton is an exclusive private boarding school for the American elite, where tradition reigns supreme. The school is conservative and strict, with its main values encapsulated in the motto: ''Tradition, Honor, Discipline, Excellence.''...

113. Oxford and Cambridge slip from top university rankings

In a surprising turn of events, the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge have fallen to their lowest rankings ever in the UK’s prestigious university list....

114. ''Blue Homeland'' doctrine now taught in Turkish schools

Turkish school textbooks now include explicit references to the "Blue Homeland" doctrine, though the maps traditionally used to define its geographic boundaries have been removed....

115. Student Transfers Now Open at the University of Limassol (UoL)

The University of Limassol (UoL) is pleased to announce that student transfer applications for the second year of undergraduate studies are now open and will be accepted until 27th of September 2024....

116. Traffic jams hit hard as schools reopen

As the new school year begins, Cyprus is grappling with severe traffic congestion, highlighting a longstanding issue that intensifies with the return of students to their classrooms....

117. 1st Women in STEM Cyprus Forum

Women in Tech® Cyprus and TechIsland are co-organizing the first Women in STEM Cyprus Forum, scheduled to take place on October 8th, 2024, at the Kolla Cultural Factory in Limassol. ...

118. Why aren't Cyprus schools using digital books?

In recent days, there has been much discussion, particularly on social media, regarding our country's position on philagognosia (love of reading)....

119. Brexit leads to sharp decline in EU students at UK universities

The number of students from the European Union enrolling in British universities has dropped sharply since Brexit, new figures show. There are fewer students from Italy, Germany, and France coming to study in the UK....

120. KPMG Experience Day: A unique opportunity for University of Cyprus students

KPMG in Cyprus hosted the “KPMG Experience Day” on Wednesday, 4 September 2024, at its Nicosia offices. This event was designed for students from the University of Cyprus who are interested in learning more about KPMG and discovering what sets us apart in the professional services industry....