Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
WorldNew White House press secretary faces questions over legal credentials
Reuters found no attorney registration records for Katie Zacharia, who says she practised law before entering politics and joined the White House on Monday.
EconomyKeve highlights EU funding opportunities for Cypriot SMEs and startups
Keve has alerted Cypriot SMEs and startups to Cascade Funding opportunities offering financial and other support, with conditions…
EconomyOil nears $107 as Cyprus faces fuel concerns, fintech expansion and port planning challenges
Renewed attacks threaten Gulf oil exports, while discussions in Limassol highlight regulatory demands on fintech and the need…
CultureMedieval festivals, street performances and markets fill Cyprus cultural calendar
Events across Cyprus include medieval celebrations, Nicosia’s first ArtCargo Festival, food markets, a memoir launch, horror screenings and…
EconomyDefa targets contract award before next summer for Vasiliko gas terminal completion
Defa chairman George Pistentis says the new tender addresses previous problems, with eight parties interested and a contract…
WorldPope Leo XIV thanks Catholics for support after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV requested continued prayers as he recovered at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital following a 90-minute operation to…
PoliticsSavvides warns against media allegations of institutional cover-ups
Attorney-general George Savvides defended free expression while warning against unsupported accusations, amid scrutiny of the legal service’s handling…
WorldArchaeologists identify possible world’s oldest shipwreck off Turkey
A wreck near Kekova Island may date to the Early Bronze Age, with more than 30 ceramic amphorae…
WorldUkraine says SpaceX restrictions are disrupting military drones and air defences
Ukraine reported restrictions on SpaceX military satellite services on Wednesday as Russian strikes cut electricity supplies and relations…
EconomyGreece seeks survey exemption to restart Great Sea Interconnector work
Greece has requested an exemption for the French-flagged Abeille Marengo to survey the seabed for the planned electricity…
WorldTwo ships sink near Strait of Hormuz following separate projectile attacks
Maritime officials reported two ship sinkings within 24 hours near the Strait of Hormuz, with all GFS Pride…