Daily News Briefing
In today’s episode, the government on Tuesday activated the national ‘Estia’ action plan for the reception of people fleeing the ongoing conflict in Israel, as the first emergency flight ...
New connections underway for Finland and Paphos
The ambassador of Finland and the mayor of Paphos confirmed their interest in building a close cooperation in the fields of tourism and culture.
In a meeting held on Tuesday ...
Jewish community of Cyprus asking for support
The Jewish community of Cyprus is asking for support and assistance to those suffering in Israel in a press release issued on Tuesday.
“With over 1,000 dead, thousands more injured and ...
Martin Marancos: an outstanding nature conservationist and friend
On Monday this week – in a quiet event and surrounded by family and many dozens of friends and collaborators from across the island – Martin Marancos was laid to rest under ...
Parent firm of Cyprus mining company reports positive half-year results
Ariana Resources, an AIM-listed mineral exploration and development company with gold mining interests in Europe, as well as copper-gold exploration and development projects in Cyprus and Kosovo, has released its ...
Cyprus Business Now
The Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) this week reported a remarkable 35 per cent increase in total vehicle registrations in September 2023, compared to the same month in 2022, with the number reaching 4,607 vehicles, ...
Today’s weather: Yellow warning for thunderstorms, hail
A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms and hail is in place on Wednesday from 11am until 6pm. Precipitation rate is expected to range between 35-55 millimeters per hour.
In the ...
Role of women in STEAM jobs to be promoted
The gender equality commissioner’s office on Tuesday launched its new campaign for the promotion of women in STEAM professions (science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics).
The initiative was ...
‘Police operational capacity to increase to avoid incidents like Chlorakas and Limassol’
Measures to further strengthen the operational capacity of the police were announced on Tuesday evening by the government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis, after the meeting held by President Nikos Christodoulides with ...
Ombudswoman calls for benefits to be returned to mother
A decision of the Welfare Benefits Management Service (Ydep) to terminate the payment of child benefits and deduct an amount from the rent stipend of a divorced mother of a ...
Ambassadors defend both sides in Israel conflict
The situation in Gaza did not start on Saturday, as there were 17 years of oppression leading to the situation, the Ambassador of Palestine in Cyprus said on Tuesday, while his ...
MPs warn public can’t cope with carbon tax
Lawmakers on Tuesday cautioned that people cannot withstand a carbon tax coming down the pipe in early 2024, but government officials insisted they have no choice.
The matter was discussed at ...
One night only Japanese concert
The Embassy of Japan in Cyprus presents a free recital with renowned Shakuhachi player Yosuke Irie, who is visiting Nicosia for a one-and-only performance on October 26 at ARTos House in ...
Thunderstorms expected on Wednesday, yellow weather warning issued
The met office has issued a yellow weather warning for Wednesday, as inland and eastern areas of Cyprus are expected to be battered by thunderstorms.
According to an announcement on ...
Cyprus Museum launches tour guides in Ukrainian
The Cyprus Museum on Tuesday launched an audio guide service in Ukrainian, its seventh language option in its audio guide devices.
First Lady Philippa Karsera and the First Lady of ...
‘No more delays’ for Larnaca marina
The contracting company which has taken up the Larnaca port and marina project is expected to adhere to its commitments after it was given a time extension, Transport Minister Alexis ...
Criminal probe into CFA president expected
The sports ethics committee on Tuesday handed their findings on the conduct of Cyprus Football Association (CFA) president Giorgos Koumas, accused of breach of duty, to the attorney-general.
Speaking to ...
Public urged to take part in fixing island’s roads
The public should “play a role and take part” in drawing attention to problems on Cyprus’ road network, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades said on Tuesday.
Vafeades was speaking to the ...
Psychologists say Gesy not allowing them to offer best treatment
Serious problems have been seen in offering psychological services through the national health scheme (Gesy), the Pan-Cypriot Psychologists Association (Pasypsy) said on Tuesday.
Issuing an announcement on world mental health ...
Cyprus economic growth projections revised down by IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday lowered its growth projections for Cyprus for the year 2023, citing various economic factors for this decision.
According to the fund’s World Economic ...
TC opposition party refutes claim of support for presidential system
Turkish Cypriot opposition party CTP has rejected claims made by the north’s ‘transport minister’ Erhan Arikli of support across the north’s political spectrum for a transition to a ...
Mental health problems linked to substance abuse
We must work to make mental wellbeing for all a priority, Health Minister Popi Kanari said on Tuesday as the addictions authority shared alarming numbers correlating mental illness with substance ...
European maritime sector challenges discussed in Limassol
President of the Cyprus Union of Shipowners Andreas Hadjiyiannis this week discussed the critical juncture facing European shipping, noting that the sector is currently fighting against a number of challenges.
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Pyla agreement wins universal praise
The government has “succeeded in turning a crisis into an opportunity,” government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Tuesday as the mutual understanding found over the construction of a road between ...