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More than 2,000 patients visit Nicosia’s fast-track clinic in first three months
More than 2,000 patients have visited Nicosia general hospital’s “fast-track clinic” in the first three months of its operation, Health Minister Michael Damianos said on Monday. The clinic is operating as part of a pilot programme for patients...

Cyprus records €2.8m in digital fraud, ranks 14th in Europe
Cyprus has been ranked among the 15 European countries most affected by digital payment fraud, despite recording one of the lowest overall loss totals and fraud case counts, according to new analysis of European Banking Authority data by...

Legacy Business Spotlight: Cypress Roofing
— ESTABLISHED 2019 — Cypress Roofing was founded six years ago by Caprice Cline and her children Joshua, Samantha and Alexandra; when Josh moved out of state in 2022, the family became a 100% woman-owned business. As a certified Fortified and...

Cyprus’ accent: sexy or not?
‘It’s strong, it’s bold; you know when a Cypriot is talking! It’s not trying to be pretty – it’s just real’ My sister lives in the States. ‘Say something – anything!’ she’s always being asked. ‘I love your British accent!’ To her, it’s just her...

Cyprus cyclist battles injury to complete Mountain of Hell race
Seven days before the final race in the infamously gruelling Mountain of Hell bike race in Les Deux Alpes, France, Cypriot mountain biker George Kouzis was immobilised by an injured knee. “I had a crash on my bike while practicing in another...

Vacancy: Productivity Officer, Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement, Limassol, Cyprus
Job Objective To use data-driven analysis and process optimisation ability to improve operational performance, drive digital transformation, streamline workflows, and implement innovative solutions that improve efficiency and resource utilisation...
‘Terrified’ rescue cat slowly warms up to owner on first day home
(Photo Credit: @annieathenarushton / TikTok)Love at first sight is a beautiful idea, but the kind of love that grows slowly — built on trust, patience, and quiet understanding — is often the most enduring. With rescue animals, the connection is...

Ersin Tatar calls on Azerbaijani and Northern Cypriot business communities for closer cooperation
Ankara, July 7, AZERTAC Ersin Tatar, President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), has expressed his gratitude to Azerbaijan’s National Confederation of Entrepreneurs (Employers) Organizations and the Cyprus Turkish Businessmen...

Cyprus posts €551 million budget surplus through May 2025
Surplus climbs despite rising spending across key sectors Cyprus posted a general government surplus of €551.2 million for the period of January to May 2025, representing 1.6 per cent of GDP, according to preliminary data released by the...

UN pushes for breakthrough in upcoming Cyprus peace talks
The United Nations is seeking a breakthrough as rival leaders on the island of Cyprus prepare to meet in New York next week for a renewed attempt to revive stalled peace talks, a U.N. envoy said Monday. Maria Angela Holguin held separate meetings...

Doors open for global talent as Cyprus rolls out EU Blue Card
Starting Monday, July 7, non-EU professionals looking to live and work in Cyprus can officially apply for the EU Blue Card, a special residence and work permit for highly skilled workers. The announcement was made Friday by the Deputy Ministry of...

EU Blue Card scheme now operable in Cyprus
The government on Monday began accepting applications for the issuance of the European Union Blue Card for workers from outside the EU. The deputy ministry of migration said those eligible for the EU Blue Card are “highly qualified workers” from...

Cyprus urged to decouple renewable prices from fossil fuel volatility
Expert calls for urgent electricity pricing overhaul Cyprus must urgently decouple renewable energy prices from volatile fossil fuel costs to ensure stability and fairness in its electricity market, according to energy systems expert and former...

Enlarged Cyprus problem meeting placed late July
The expanded conference on the Cyprus problem will take place in New York during the second fortnight of July, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday. “The date that the United Nations will be announcing has been set. It will be just after...

East River’s Adam Chappell becomes latest football coach to step down
Adam Chappell of East River High confirmed Monday he has stepped down from his position as football coach, becoming the fourth Central Florida coach to resign this summer. Chappell, who has been at East River for just one year, was unavailable for...

Cyprus Community of SA President steps down after ten years of service
Professor Andreas Evdokiou has called it time as president of the Cyprus Community of South Australia, stepping down with his head held high after a decade of work in the role. The community organisation revealed the announcement of Professor...

Greek dairy group Omiros acquires Cyprus’ Hadjipieris Dairy
Greek dairy group Omiros has announced the acquisition of the Cypriot dairy company A. Hadjipieris Ltd through its subsidiary Omiros Dairies Cyprus. The move marks a strategic step for the Greek dairy group in strengthening its presence in...

Ersin Tatar: I express my gratitude to Ilham Aliyev for his special attention to Northern Cyprus
Ankara, July 5, AZERTAC Ersin Tatar, President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), expressed his gratitude to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and all the people of Azerbaijan for the special attention to Northern Cyprus, during...

Warning issued to Brits heading to Cyprus this summer due to terror threat
Brits planning summer holidays to Cyprus are being warned of potential risks on the island, a firm favourite amongst UK travellers. The Foreign Office recently highlighted that terrorist attacks "cannot be ruled out" in the country, which sits in...

Blockbuster movies coming to Cyprus cinema theatres
Four new Hollywood movies are coming to cinema theatres this summer, enriching the film scene for local cinephiles. In between the many outdoor film nights that showcase independent cinema from around the world, Cyprus’ indoor theatres continue...