Akrotiri Environmental Centre Welcomes 5,200 Students in Productive School Year
The Akrotiri Environmental Education Centre hosted 5,200 students since September, delivering key environmental programs to primary and secondary schools across Cyprus. Centre manager Dr. Thomas Hadjikyriakou said the year was…
Cyprus Announces €168 Million Water‑Management Package, €454 Million in CAP Actions
Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou highlighted a €168 million integrated package to address Cyprus’ water‑supply challenges, along with €454 million in initiatives under the Common Agricultural Policy, during remarks in Fikardou.…
Four Passengers Caught With Large Haul of Untaxed Tobacco at Paphos Airport
Customs officers at Paphos Airport seized a large quantity of untaxed tobacco products found in the luggage of four passengers bound for London. The group included two men, ages 24…
Parliament to Hold Emergency Session on Surge in Gender‑Based Violence
Cyprus’ parliamentary human rights committee will hold an emergency meeting Monday to address the recent spike in gender‑based violence. The discussion follows an attempted femicide in Limassol. The Justice Minister,…
Turkish Cypriot Man Still Intubated After Ayia Napa Assault
A 47‑year‑old Turkish Cypriot man remains intubated at Nicosia General Hospital after he was found injured Sunday morning on a road in Ayia Napa. Police said initial testimony indicated he…
Cyprus Weather – Monday 6th July
Today’s forecast: After early patchy fog clears, conditions turn mostly sunny with some low cloud lingering in spots. By midday and into the afternoon, building cloud is expected to bring…
Cyprus Weather – Thursday 2 July
Thursday will be mostly sunny. Winds will be southwest to northwest, light to moderate at 3–4 Beaufort, strengthening to 5 Beaufort in the south during the afternoon. Temperatures will reach…
Cyprus imposes €3 duty on low‑value parcels from non‑EU platforms
A new €3 customs duty on previously duty‑free parcels worth up to €150 from non‑EU online platforms — including major retailers Shein and Temu — took effect across the European…
Cyprus police warn of surge in phone‑scam calls using local numbers
Cyprus police say they’ve received a rise in reports of phone‑scam calls appearing to come from Cypriot numbers. According to investigators, the calls begin with a recorded message claiming to…
Cyprus launches digital tool to help residents identify benefits
Cyprus has launched a new digital service to help residents identify government benefits they may qualify for, the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy said Wednesday. The tool,…