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1. Troodos nature trails reopen following safety upgrades

The Department of Forests has announced the reopening of a wide network of nature study trails across the Troodos mountain region....

2. 77 percent of Europe’s farmland birds have declined in the last decade

A recent study across Europe shows a sharp drop in birds that depend on farmland and open landscapes. This decline is tied to falling population numbers and could affect ecosystems, since these birds help control pests, spread seeds, and signal environmental conditions....

3. Sharp rise in school violence reported by teachers in Cyprus

A recent nationwide study by POED (Pancyprian Organization of Greek Teachers) presents a troubling picture of school life in Cyprus, based on responses from 1,017 primary education teachers....

4. Strong El Niño forecast could push 2026 toward record global heat

Climate researchers expect 2026 to rank among the hottest years ever recorded, with a strong El Niño likely to push global temperatures higher as the year progresses....

5. Sandy case intensifies with police reviewing key statement

The investigation surrounding Sandy continues to unfold, with authorities confirming that key testimony has already been obtained and is currently under review....

6. Cyprus joins race to the Moon with role in NASA’s Artemis Program

George Danos, president of the Cyprus Space Exploration Organisation, says Cyprus is set to contribute to the NASA Artemis program, a major effort to send humans back to the Moon after more than 50 years....

7. Honoring Cypriot tradition at the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation

The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, honoring Cypriot tradition and as part of its study and research into our intangible cultural heritage, continues this annual tribute in collaboration with Florentia Kythreotou and invites you to an interactive workshop dedicated to the Cypriot Easter table and the ideal wine and food pairings....

8. Akrotiri residents oppose antennas, but British bases can take the land anyway

Residents in the Akrotiri area may have little say over a major new military installation planned near their homes after Kourion Mayor Pantelis Georgiou revealed that British Bases authorities legally have the power to requisition land even if the community objects....

9. UNIC Athens positioned as bridge between Europe and the U.S.

The strategic partnership between the University of Nicosia, UNIC Athens, and Purdue University aims to create a powerful link between Europe and the United States in higher education, research and innovation....

10. When London considered leaving Cyprus

In the mid-1970s, Britain considered a complete withdrawal from Cyprus. A series of declassified British archival documents show that the government under Harold Wilson examined the possibility of fully removing its bases from the island....

11. Addressing Gender Inequalities in STEM and Entrepreneurship

As the world once again marked International Women’s Day this year, it highlighted the continued need for equal opportunities and meaningful representation of women across all areas of social and economic life....

12. Cypriot startup MyStudentFlat expands into Greece, eyes Europe

Cypriot property technology startup MyStudentFlat, the first dedicated digital student housing platform in the region, announced on Monday the expansion of its operations in Greece, alongside its continuous growth in Nicosia and Limassol....

13. Government rethinks 12% pension cut as reform talks heat up

The government is taking a fresh look at the controversial 12% pension cut, a move that could directly affect thousands of future retirees, as negotiations over Cyprus’ long-awaited pension reform continue....

14. After 52 years abroad, a Turkish Cypriot returns home and opens a café in his old village school

Fifty-two years after leaving his birthplace in the hills of Paphos, he has finally come home. And this time, he says, he feels so complete that nothing could make him leave again....

15. 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. ...

16. The strategy of chaos

The most dangerous development in the war in the Persian Gulf, at least in the medium term, is Iran’s new defensive doctrine, which they call the “Mosaic of Decentralized Defense.”...

17. From ambition to activation: Organisations stand at the untapped edge of AI’s potential, reveals Deloitte’s ''State of AI'' report

The Deloitte AI Institute unveiled its “The State of AI in the Enterprise: The Untapped Edge - 2026 AI report” revealing how organisations are currently engaging with AI and the impacts, changes and considerations this technology is introducing....

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

19. Major study links vegetarian diets to lower risk of multiple cancers

A major international study suggests that swapping meat for vegetables could lower your risk of developing several common cancers, but it’s not a free pass to skip screenings or ignore other health risks....

20. Scientists develop ‘universal’ vaccine that could guard against multiple threats

The idea sounds almost too good to be true: one vaccine that protects against a wide range of viruses, bacteria, and even allergens....

21. Files seized in T/C property probe as complaints surge

A team from the Interior Ministry has taken possession of case files from the Turkish Cypriot Properties service in Paphos, launching a review that has stirred fresh scrutiny over how such properties are managed....

22. The island is drowning in concrete

In idyllic corners across Cyprus, occupied and free alike, natural beauty has steadily given way to concrete and graceless construction....

23. Cyprus youth say their studies pay off in the workplace

More than half of young people in Cyprus say their education is closely connected to the work they do, according to new figures released by Eurostat....

24. New 'pay-as-you-throw' plan could save you hundreds over landfill fees

Cyprus is taking a bold step toward cutting household waste with a new ''Pay-As-You-Throw'' (ΠΟΠ) program set to launch in 2027, aiming to make trash disposal fairer while boosting recycling, Environment Minister Maria Panayiotou said Wednesday....

25. Robert Duvall, Oscar-winning screen legend, dies at 95

Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor celebrated for a long career playing steely, often hard-edged characters in some of Hollywood’s most acclaimed films, has died at the age of 95....

26. Nicosia’s biggest makeover yet: Green space and tech zone coming

After decades of continuous development in western Nicosia, city officials are moving closer to major plans that could transform the area with new green and innovation spaces....

27. Study finds about 5% of Cypriots carry genetic changes linked to treatable inherited diseases

A major research project in Cyprus has identified, for the first time, genetic changes in the local population that could help doctors spot serious inherited health risks earlier and improve prevention and treatment....

28. €15 Million mixed-use tower planned near Agios Athanasios roundabout

A new mixed-use development featuring homes, offices, and leisure spaces is in the works for Limassol, with plans submitted to environmental authorities for review....

29. Mystery deepens after rare beaked whale washes ashore in occupied Akanthou

A massive deep-sea whale washed ashore on Cyprus’ northern coast this week, puzzling wildlife experts and reviving memories of a rare mass stranding just a few years ago....

30. Cyprus' water crisis deepens as dams run half empty

This winter’s performance, at least when it comes to water flowing into Cyprus’ dams, has created what officials describe as an explosive situation. ...