Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus Public Transport challenges audit findings, points to service upgrades
Cyprus Public Transport questioned an audit survey’s sample and highlighted passenger ratings and improvements introduced since the research was carried out.
EconomyCyprus startups should aim to become ‘agrinos’, commentary argues
A commentary proposes a Cyprus-specific benchmark for startup success, arguing that businesses valued at €100 million can make…
EconomyLimassol chamber challenges city’s 3.8% share of major infrastructure budget
Evel says just three major infrastructure projects in next year’s state budget concern Limassol, worth about €57 million…
WorldSix Kings Slam moved to December as AFC considers delaying Asian Cup to 2028
Organisers have rescheduled the Six Kings Slam for December 27–30 following attacks in Saudi Arabia, while the AFC…
IncidentsStorms prompt fire brigade callouts as person rescued from car on flooded road
Firefighters rescued a person from a car on a flooded road during Wednesday’s storms, while separate fires damaged…
WorldIMF warns prolonged Middle East war poses biggest risk to regional economies
The IMF says a prolonged conflict and renewed disruption to energy, shipping or infrastructure threaten economies across the…
SportsCyprus skater Olivia Bazlova earns consecutive top-10 Junior Grand Prix finishes
Olivia Bazlova, 13, placed seventh in Ljubljana and eighth in Gdańsk during her debut season in the ISU…
IncidentsWoman, 32, dies six weeks after being struck by car in Limassol
A 32-year-old woman died on Thursday from injuries sustained when a car struck her as she crossed a…
SocietyGesy to cover Mounjaro for adults with Type II diabetes and obesity from Thursday
Mounjaro coverage will follow approved protocols, while revised rules will make Ozempic the first-choice diabetes treatment regardless of…
PoliticsChristodoulides to join Brussels talks on EU budget for 2028-2034
President Nikos Christodoulides will attend European Council discussions on the EU’s next long-term budget, alongside talks on competitiveness,…
EconomyCyprus faces prolonged fuel cost pressure as IEA warns of tight oil supplies
An IEA report points to oil supply shortfalls through late 2026 and diesel shortages into next year, leaving…