Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
EconomyCBC highlights official statistics and efforts to improve data literacy
The Central Bank of Cyprus marked European Statistics Day by stressing the value of reliable data and its joint effort to strengthen statistical literacy.
EconomyLouis plc seeks shareholder approval for debt restructuring and refinancing
Louis plc will hold an extraordinary general meeting on November 11 to seek approval for refinancing involving the…
WorldAlberta votes to stay in Canada in first separation referendum, CBC projects
CBC projected a victory for remaining in Canada in Alberta’s first separation referendum, offering a boost to Prime…
SocietyHeating fuel tax cut expected to take effect on Friday
Diko MP Chrysis Pantelides said a heating fuel tax reduction would go to the plenum on Thursday, with…
SportsChristodoulides meets FIDE and Freedom24 leaders to discuss Cyprus chess development
FIDE president Timur Turlov and Freedom24 chief executive Evgenii Tiapkin discussed Cyprus’ expanding chess role and development plans…
EconomyCyprus targets Israeli investment and business relocations at Tel Aviv summit
More than 200 delegates are expected at Tuesday’s Tel Aviv summit exploring investment in Cyprus, business relocation and…
IncidentsAppeal court suspends remaining jail terms after man’s completion of drug rehabilitation
The appeal court granted a three-year suspension of the remaining prison terms, finding that the trial court had…
SocietySix €5,000 scholarships offered to Cypriot women for postgraduate studies
Scholarships totalling €30,000 will support Cypriot women studying shipping, innovation and technology in 2026-2027, with academic, social and…
EconomyCyprus betting wagers fall to €329.8m as operators retain more in second quarter
National Betting Authority figures show Cyprus betting revenue reached €46.9m in the second quarter of 2026, despite wagers…
EconomyCyprus oversight highlights safeguards for funds held by electronic money firms
Cyprus requirements for independent checks on client-fund safeguards underline how electronic money institutions differ from banks.
CultureNicosia exhibition brings together 136 coins from three collections
The Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia is hosting a temporary exhibition exploring Cyprus’ numismatic heritage through coins, with…