Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
ЭкономикаCyprus-Syria undersea cable expected to enter service by early 2028
The Ugarit 2 cable will link Pentaskhinos in Cyprus and Tartus in Syria across a route of about 240 kilometres.
ПроисшествияSuspected arson investigated after two fires break out in Lysos
Authorities are investigating suspected arson after two fires broke out within 500 metres of each other in the…
ПроисшествияSeven-year-old seriously injured in Protaras jet ski collision
A seven-year-old girl was seriously injured and two others were hurt after a jet ski collided with a…
ОбществоRain and isolated thunderstorms forecast as temperatures reach 37C in Nicosia
Rain and isolated thunderstorms are expected in parts of Cyprus through Wednesday, while temperatures remain slightly below seasonal…
ПроисшествияWoman dies after rough-sea rescue at Larnaca beach
A 35-year-old woman died and her two daughters were hospitalised after they encountered difficulty in rough seas at…
ЭкономикаCyprus airports handle 50,000 daily passengers as shipping sector faces carbon cost uncertainty
Cyprus airports are operating at peak summer capacity, while shipping companies await an IMO decision on potential greenhouse…
ЭкономикаAI value gap linked to operating models, PwC Cyprus analysis says
PwC Cyprus senior manager Yiannis Stavrianos says workflow redesign, rather than technology alone, determines AI returns.
ТуризмSurvey finds airport support gaps deter some families from travelling abroad
Research by Tiger found that airport queues, security procedures and limited child-friendly facilities frustrate families travelling with children.
ЭкономикаEnergy expert urges scrutiny of Great Sea Interconnector project
University of Nicosia professor Constantinos Hadjistassou cited unresolved issues over the Great Sea Interconnector’s viability, governance, route, technology…
ПроисшествияMan arrested at Larnaca airport with 23kg of cannabis
A 36-year-old third-country national was arrested after customs officers found about 23kg of dried cannabis in his luggage…
В миреAndy Burnham urges reflection after death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham called for reflection after the death of Jason Arday, a Cambridge academic who…