Private American Medical Centre to open new hospital in Limassol
The American Medical Centre is opening a new hospital in Limassol, set to “transform” the country’s health in the private sector.
Works are set to begin on the 12,900 metres ...
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UN’s Jenca heads to Turkey after ‘constructive’ visit to Cyprus
The assistant UN Secretary-General for Europe, Central Asia and Americas, Miroslav Jenca is set to arrive in Ankara on Wednesday for meetings with Turkish contacts.
During a UN press briefing, ...
‘Unacceptable small groups taking law into their own hands’
Cyprus’ two largest political parties on Tuesday further condemned the violence in Chlorakas after a second night of clashes between Greek Cypriots and migrants, as Akel argued the government has ...
Hollywood star to headline Cyprus Comic Con
The headline guest at this year’s Cyprus Comic Con is the charismatic and versatile actor Tom Wlaschiha, best known for his recent portrayals of Jaqen H’ghar in the ...
16 remanded for involvement in Chlorakas violence
Sixteen people were remanded in police custody for eight days by Paphos district court on Tuesday following their involvement in the violent incidents seen in Chlorakas for the past two ...
More protests erupt in Chlorakas, second night of violence
A new wave of protests began in Chlorakas on Monday night with groups of people chanting “get out” as part of a fresh attack against migrants living in the area.
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Downpours in parts of Cyprus, yellow warning for thunderstorms (Video)
A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms was issued on Monday night, set to last until midnight Tuesday.
Nicosia was hit with pouring rain and thundersorms storms as one resident told ...
Further storms expected on Tuesday
The met office on Monday warned of further heavy rains and thunderstorms after unsettled weather hit various parts of the island earlier in the morning.
Parts of Cyprus woke up ...
Meeting to be held in September for fires
A decision-making meeting over Cyprus’ fires will be held next month, at the behest of President Nikos Christodoulides, it emerged on Monday.
According to Agriculture Minister Petros Xenophontos who met ...
Customs seize hundreds of cigarettes at Pournara reception centre
Two migrants who were admitted to the Pournara reception centre in Kokkinotrimithia were arrested and fined €2,400 on Monday after they were found with 47 packets of 200 cigarettes and 500 g of tobacco.
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Intercity buses take off but still a long road ahead
They are increasingly popular but are still burdened by breakdowns and rude drivers, but it’s all about to change
An Intercity bus which randomly went up in flames, leaving ...
Intercity bus on fire in Limassol, passengers jump out of window to escape
An Intercity bus burst into flames at Limassol port on Friday, forcing three passengers to jump out of the windows to escape the fire.
The vehicle was parked but operating, ...
Audit office contacts EU bodies over interconnector project
The audit office has written to EU bodies as well as Cypriot officials raising concerns over the interconnector project, it emerged on Friday.
The letter details a lack of transparency ...
Cypriot firefighting team arrives in Greece as wildfires rage (Updated)
A Cypriot mission arrived in Greece on Friday to aid in firefighting efforts in the mount Parnitha area near Athens, as Greece burned for a seventh day. The flames have ...
Patients to play active role in evaluating Gesy services
Patients will have a more active role in evaluating services offered through Gesy, Health Minister Popi Kanari said on Friday after a Cabinet meeting.
The evaluation process is set to ...
Diaspora delegates briefed on Cyprus’ energy challenges
Cyprus’ energy sector is crucial for the country’s competitive edge and must adapt to renewable energy demands if it is overcome the major challenges it currently faces, Energy Minister ...
Rude official investigated after asking why elderly parents needed IDs
A district officer is being investigated after she allegedly asked a woman why she was bothering to renew her elderly parents’ IDs as they were bedridden, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou ...
Pyla: No discussion of changes to status quo says government
The government’s position against any changes to the status quo is steadfast, according to its spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis.
“We are not even going to discuss any planning that calls ...
Bus fare hike will cause delays says Peo
The increase in Nicosia bus fares will not only make consumers dig deeper in their pockets but will also cause delays across the entire bus network, making life harder for ...
Investigation into 11-year-old car accident nears conclusion
Renewed investigations behind the death of 17-year-old Andreas Loizou who was killed in a car accident 11 years ago are coming to a close but may be inconclusive, reports suggested on ...
Aristotelous promises more support for Kormakitis residents
The government aims to improve the living conditions enclaved Maronites are experiencing in the north, head of the humanitarian affairs commissioner Anna Aristotelous said during a visit to the communities.
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Teens encouraged to have a say in their own future
House president Annita Demetriou on Tuesday met the youth of the Cypriot diaspora, encouraging them to participate in democratic processes and have a say in their future.
The group, comprised ...
Paphos municipality steps up green fight
Paphos municipality on Tuesday received two electric motorbikes and two electric vehicles that will be used for rubbish collection, as part of the city’s efforts to be more environmentally ...
Law to enforce car charging points at large buildings
At least one electric vehicle charging station will have to be installed in all non-residential buildings that have more than 20 parking spots by January 2025, the energy service said on Tuesday.
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