Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
SocietyEducation support workers stage 24-hour strike over employment disputes
SEK and PEO say unresolved employment issues have prompted a Friday strike, warning of further action and a presidential palace protest on November 2.
IncidentsSixth suspect arrested over burglary at couple’s Limassol home
Police arrested a 24-year-old after finding gold believed to have been stolen in the October 8 burglary in…
IncidentsFire severely damages equipment in Paralimni residential garage
Two fire engines responded to a garage blaze in Paralimni on Thursday afternoon, with an electrical fault suspected…
EconomyCyprus records EU’s lowest salary disclosure rate in job adverts at 0.4 per cent
A TalentUp and Esperta Pay analysis found that salary disclosure in EU job adverts more than doubled from…
IncidentsEight arrested as police checks lead to 160 traffic reports
Police said eight people were arrested on Thursday night, while traffic checks produced 160 reports, including 83 for…
IncidentsCar fire at Frenaros home extinguished; cause under investigation
Firefighters put out a car blaze outside its owner’s home in Frenaros early on Friday, with inquiries into…
WorldUkraine seeks inland customs checks in Poland and Slovakia to protect grain lorries
Ukraine is discussing moving grain lorry checks away from its borders and into Poland and Slovakia to prevent…
EconomyCyprus business: Packaging takeover, dual-fuel ship delivery and EU energy warning
Lordos United completes a €8.16 million acquisition, Safe Bulkers receives a methanol-capable ship, and Andreas Poullikkas urges structural…
SocietyFriday forecast: mostly clear skies, dust and inland highs of 31C
Friday will bring mostly clear skies, scattered clouds and fine airborne dust, with temperatures gradually falling to seasonal…
WorldUK wage growth edges higher as hiring data point to stabilisation
British pay growth accelerated modestly and payroll figures improved, potentially strengthening the case for a Bank of England…
SocietyCyprus banks to close for Ohi Day on October 28
The Central Bank of Cyprus says bank branches will close on Wednesday, October 28, for Ohi Day, while…