Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
SocietyUniversity of Cyprus nears agreement to move archaeology department to Faneromeni school
Nicosia, Cyprus. A breakthrough appears imminent in the University of Cyprus’ efforts to acquire the Faneromeni school building in Nicosia’s old city. Archbishop Georgios has indicated support for relocating the university’s department of archaeology…
PoliticsCyprus oversight questioned after approval for ex-minister’s board role missing from Parliament records
Nicosia, Cyprus. A confidential document has raised questions about Cyprus’ oversight system for former ministers entering the private…
WorldJustice Department releases millions of new Epstein files citing emails involving Lutnick, Musk and Trump
Washington, United States. The U.S. Justice Department published millions of additional files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey…
WorldPezeshkian says US, Israel and Europe exploited Iran’s economic crisis during recent protests
Tehran, Iran. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said US, Israeli and European leaders exploited Iran’s economic problems and encouraged…
PoliticsComplaint against Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou over remarks on intellectual disabilities under review
Nicosia, Cyprus. A formal complaint against Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou over derogatory remarks referring to those with intellectual…
WorldCatherine O’Hara, Canadian comedy actor and “Schitt’s Creek” star, dies at 71
Los Angeles, United States. Canadian comic actor Catherine O’Hara has died at 71, her manager’s office confirmed, prompting…
PoliticsCyprus welcomes UN Security Council renewal of Unficyp mandate until January 31, 2027
Nicosia, Cyprus. The government welcomed the UN Security Council’s decision to renew the mandate of the UN peacekeeping…
PoliticsEU Parliament and Council clash over air passenger rights as Cyprus holds Council presidency
Brussels, Belgium. The European Parliament and the Council of the European Union remain in conflict over proposed changes…
EconomyFreedom Finance hosts Limassol discussion on AI infrastructure and decentralisation
Limassol, Cyprus. Freedom Finance hosted a fireside chat at its Limassol offices this week featuring Daniil Liberman alongside…
SocietyCloudy, unsettled weather with rain and dust expected to persist until Monday, met office says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Saturday is expected to be cloudy and unsettled, with rain likely in several areas and dust…
TourismUnplugged Cyprus launches phone-free events and plans retreat in the Troodos mountains
Nicosia, Cyprus. Unplugged Cyprus has launched a local initiative promoting phone-free experiences to help people reconnect with each…