Cyprus reviewing more than 500 applications for ‘Culture III’ arts funding
Evaluation committees have begun reviewing 506 applications submitted under Cyprus’ “Culture III” arts‑funding program, the Department of Contemporary Culture has said, adding that the process is expected to finish in…
Cyprus deputy shipping minister marks Greek national anniversaries in Chlorakas
Deputy Shipping Minister Marina Hadjimanoli has delivered an address in Chlorakas marking Greece’s March 25, 1821 independence anniversary and the April 1, 1955 start of the EOKA anti‑colonial uprising in…
Greek embassy in Nicosia to receive building donated by Orthodox Church
A building south of Nicosia’s old city, currently used by the Greek Embassy and belonging to the Feneromeni Church, is being donated to Greece, church officials have confirmed. According to…
Foot‑and‑mouth outbreak affects 5.5% of Cyprus’ livestock, expert says
The foot‑and‑mouth outbreak in Cyprus has so far affected 5.5 percent of the country’s livestock — excluding pigs — the head of the government’s special scientific committee said last night.…
Cyprus sees signs of recovery in tourist bookings after Iran disruption
Tourist bookings to Cyprus have begun to rebound after a slowdown linked to recent geopolitical tensions, the deputy tourism minister has said. Speaking at the annual general assembly of the…
Bus drivers hold two‑hour work stoppage over traffic‑camera concerns
Bus drivers affiliated with the SEK and PEO unions will stage a two‑hour work stoppage on Friday morning, protesting what they say are unresolved problems linked to the island’s traffic‑camera…
Cyprus parliament approves use of police body‑worn cameras
Cyprus’ parliament on Thursday approved legislation allowing police officers to use body‑worn cameras and install recording devices in patrol vehicles. The law sets out specific situations in which cameras may…
EU must remain united on energy security amid geopolitical instability, Cyprus official says
The European Union needs unity to safeguard its energy security in the face of geopolitical crises, Cyprus’ Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna told the European Parliament during a…
Foreign minister expresses solidarity with Saudi Arabia and Gulf states
Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos expressed Nicosia’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states during meetings in Riyadh and Manama, he said in a post on X. Kombos wrote…
Cyprus Weather for Friday 27th March
A weak pressure system is affecting Cyprus, with a low‑pressure system expected to move in over the weekend, the meteorological service said Friday. Dust will also be present on Saturday…