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1. Court of Appeal upholds father’s conviction, increases sentence in daughter rape case

A father convicted of raping his underage daughter has failed in his attempt to overturn the verdict, after the Cyprus Court of Appeal rejected his appeal and increased parts of his sentence....

2. Legendary Fanny Ardant comes to perform at the Cyprus International Theatre Festival

There are names that instantly open the door to the world of great art. Fanny Ardant is one of them. A legendary French actress and an icon of European cinema and theatre comes to Cyprus as the headliner of the Cyprus International Theatre Festival ...

3. 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....

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

5. OPEN CALL 10 Years Anniversary (2016-2026)

The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation is planning a new series of activities/events to mark the 10th anniversary of the FANEROMENI 26 Arts Festival (2016-2026) and issues an OPEN CALL to young artists, groups, and creators to submit their proposals....

6. War moves closer as France also sends anti-missile systems and a frigate to Cyprus

Cyprus is stepping up security and hosting an increasing international military presence as the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran entered its fourth day Tuesday, raising fears of a wider regional war just a short distance from the island....

7. Cyprus businesses on alert due to Middle East conflict

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing concern among Cyprus’ business community, prompting local organizations to emphasize caution, careful monitoring, and readiness to respond to any disruptions....

8. Khamenei’s death sets stage for high-stakes succession

Iran has entered a moment of historic uncertainty following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering an urgent transition process and intensifying questions about the country’s political future and regional stability....

9. Aradippou begins animal burial and vaccination push

Burial operations for animals from a livestock facility affected by foot-and-mouth disease began Saturday in Aradippou, according to the town’s mayor, Christodoulos Partou. ...

10. Lidl Cyprus gets honorary award from Andreas Sofocleous Centre for Provision of Social Services (KEPAKY) for its timeless social contribution

On Friday, February 20, the non-profit organisation Andreas Sofocleous Centre for Provision of Social Services (KEPAKY) awarded an honorary distinction to the Lidl Cyprus team,...

11. U.S. tells some embassy staff in Israel: Leave now if you want to

The United States is allowing some of its embassy staff and their families to leave Israel, pointing to growing security concerns and warning that the window to exit could narrow quickly....

12. EAC workers stage warning strike this morning, offices closed until 10 a.m.

Workers at the Electricity Authority of Cyprus are currently on strike, with a two-hour work stoppage underway from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Friday....

13. €10 million NICU project at Makarios Hospital back on track for 2027 completion

Makarios Hospital is set to gain a new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) after the contract for the project was officially awarded....

14. Can Cyprus future-proof its healthcare system? Experts gather to rethink the rules

The big question on the table Thursday afternoon was simple but urgent: how does Cyprus build a healthcare system that can survive the next decade, financially, technologically and humanly?...

15. UNIC recognized among the PRME Champions Cohort for 2026-2027

The University of Nicosia is proud to announce its selection as a PRME Champion for the 2026-2027 cohort, joining a distinguished global group of 50 PRME Signatory Members recognized for exemplary commitment to advancing responsible management education and accelerating institutional transformation aligned with the Seven Principles of PRME....

16. Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) certified as a Great Place To Work®

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee), a leader in the energy and fuel sector in Cyprus, is proud to announce its official certification as a Great Place To Work®. This distinction marks a significant milestone, confirming the company’s steadfast commitment to fostering a people-centric, supportive, and fair working environment....

17. Cyprus police help FBI in online child exploitation case involving local teen

A U.S. man who groomed and coerced a 15-year-old girl living in Cyprus into sending sexually explicit images has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison, authorities said Thursday....

18. Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards – 24th Ceremony

On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, The Royal Hall in Nicosia will host one of the most anticipated nights on Cyprus’ social calendar: the 24th Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards, honoring the “Best of the Year” for 2025....

19. Police probe blessing of livestock units amid foot-and-mouth fears

Authorities are investigating after a religious blessing was carried out at livestock units in Aradippou as farmers grapple with fears over foot-and-mouth disease....

20. Christodoulides ready to open Kaimakli crossing, if it works for both sides

President Nikos Christodoulides said Thursday he is ready to open a new crossing point in Kaimakli, but only as part of a broader package that benefits both Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots....

21. Cyprus joins major Europol crackdown as €33 million in illegal medicines seized across Europe

A coordinated Europe-wide crackdown led by Europol, with Cyprus among the participating countries, has resulted in thousands of prosecutions and the seizure of illegal pharmaceuticals valued at more than €33 million....

22. U.S.-Europe: Trapped in a ''loveless marriage''

After 13 months of Trump 2.0, after Greenland, the suffocating pressure on Kyiv and the flirtations with Putin, the tariffs and sanctions against Europeans defending the EU’s digital sovereignty, the verdict could be even harsher....

23. EAC workers warn of deepening power crisis and mounting pressure on energy system

Employees of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) will stage a two-hour warning work stoppage on Friday morning, unions announced, escalating pressure on authorities over what they describe as mounting failures in the country’s energy strategy....

24. 26 foreign nationals rescued in suspected labour exploitation case

Authorities in Cyprus have intervened to protect 26 foreign workers believed to be victims of labour exploitation, after an investigation by the Police Office for Combating Trafficking in Persons began to expose the conditions they were allegedly facing....

25. Foot-and-mouth cases raise fears for halloumi production

Concern is spreading through the business community following the detection of foot-and-mouth disease in 11 livestock units, a development affecting thousands of animals and raising serious risks for production and the wider market....

26. Cyprus stands out as EU services imports reach €3.5 trillion

In 2024, European Union countries imported a massive €3.47 trillion worth of services from non-EU partners, according to new Eurostat data....

27. Cyprus technical committees hold UK retreat to build trust

Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot representatives stepped away from the island last week for a rare, behind-the-scenes meeting aimed at strengthening cooperation on everyday issues that affect people on both sides....

28. 50 tons of carnival waste swept up in record time

Limassol’s Carnival may have wrapped up Sunday evening with music, confetti and packed streets, but for the city’s cleaning crews, the real race began after the last float rolled away....

29. Checkmate in Cyprus: The World’s Chess Elite Descend on Paphos

In spring 2026, the world's chess elite will gather on the west coast of Cyprus. From 28 March to 16 April, the Cap St Georges Hotel resort near Paphos will host the men's and women's Candidates Tournaments. ...

30. 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....