Cyprus moves ahead with next‑generation 112 emergency system
Civil Defense officials have recently signed an agreement with CYTA to develop the country’s next‑generation 112 emergency system, a project…
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Cyprus tourism body demands overhaul of “seriously flawed” short-term rental laws
Cyprus’s tourism industry has renewed calls for a complete overhaul of the law governing short-term rentals, after an Audit Office…
Blood donations rise worldwide but “stark inequalities” leave millions without access, WHO warns
Blood donation is on the rise globally, with more people than ever giving voluntarily and national blood services growing stronger,…
Artificial intelligence (AI) models for battlefield applications
Finnish defense technology company NestAI has said that it would begin developing artificial intelligence (AI) models for battlefield applications, as…
OAY urges discreet handling of patient data at pharmacies under Gesy
The Health Insurance Organization (OAY) is reminding Gesy beneficiaries that personal data collected at pharmacies must be handled discreetly, following…
Loneliness Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Valve Disease, Study Finds
Adults who reported feeling lonely faced a higher risk of developing valvular heart disease, even after researchers accounted for traditional…
Cyprus recorded EU’s highest prison overcrowding rate in 2024, Eurostat says
Cyprus had the most overcrowded prison system in the European Union last year, according to figures published by Eurostat. The…
Cyprus among EU states most concerned about children’s social‑media risks, survey finds
Cyprus ranks among the EU member states with the highest levels of concern about risks children may face on social‑media…
Cyprus showcases wines at Oinorama 2026 in Athens
Cyprus mounted a strong presence at the Oinorama 2026 international wine exhibition in Athens, highlighting the richness and modern character…
Health Minister Urges Public to Support Blood Donation Drive
Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides has called on the public to support a new nationwide blood‑donation initiative, saying the effort highlights…