Gina Agapiou

Educators and students develop emotional regulation and empathy through an online platform, equipping them with the skills needed to navigate future challenges, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Friday. The ...

After years of delays, the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) will begin installing smart meters this month, starting with urban areas across the country. EAC spokesperson Christina Papadopoulou outlined the ...

The Forestry Department responded to Cyfield Construction on Friday amid an ongoing dispute over the terminated contract for the Akamas road network upgrade project. In a written statement, the government ...

Authorities will begin legal action in three months against drivers who fail to settle fines issued by traffic cameras. There are currently some 250,000 unpaid fines issued by traffic cameras according ...

A British soldier based in Cyprus is set to run a full marathon in scuba gear to raise funds to rescue three stray cats, it emerged on Friday. Chief Instructor ...

Restoration work on the historic watermill of Nikokleia, a significant monument with roots dating back to 1768, has begun after 15 years of concerted effort, municipal authorities announced on Thursday. According to ...

Education Minister Athena Michaelidou on Thursday affirmed her commitment to supporting and advancing Cypriot sports during an award ceremony honouring athletes who participated in the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in ...

The government is set to instal ten publicly accessible fast-charging stations for electric vehicles by the end of 2025, the transport ministry announced on Thursday.  With a budget of €1.04 million funded ...

Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said on Friday that those responsible for any offences found related to issues caused during the roadworks in the Akamas National Forest Park (NFP) will be ...

Alex Efthyvoulou, was a ‘legend’ for journalists, said the head of Cyprus journalist union Giorgos Frangos in his eulogy for the late reporter on Friday. Friends, relatives and colleagues of ...

Major developments are underway in Nicosia this year, including the revitalisation of the old GSP stadium and projects within the historic city walls, Mayor Charalambos Prountzos said on Friday. The ...

Cabinet on Friday approved a bill amendment requiring people involved in civil disputes worth up to €10,000 to attend a mandatory mediation session before filing a lawsuit in court. The move ...

This year’s holiday shopping period saw high levels of satisfaction among both consumers and traders, with most people preferring shopping malls for their purchases, it was reported on Wednesday. ...

The Cyprus Society for the Protection of Animals (CSPCA) on Thursday announced its plans to report the government to the Council of Europe, citing severe failings in enforcing animal welfare ...

The first regional dog shelter, serving the municipalities of Nicosia, is expected to be licensed by mid-2025, the Commissioner for Environment and Animal Welfare Antonia Theodosiou said on Thursday. Speaking ...

The Cyprus Green party on Thursday proposed the establishment of an independent body to tackle issues related to companion animals, including the management of strays, dangerous dogs, and pet owner ...

The transport ministry urged drivers to renew their road tax between January 7 and March 11 this year to avoid penalties. Renewals for the road tax will commence on Tuesday, 7 January 2025, and ...

A 31-year-old man living in an abandoned apartment in Larnaca was hospitalised on New Year’s Day after being assaulted and injured with a sharp object. Investigations started when police, ...

President Nikos Christodoulides announced on Monday that the draft bill for the voluntary conscription of women into the National Guard is ready. The bill is currently with the Legal Service ...

The Cypriot market is well-stocked for the festive season, with no issues in product quality or compliance, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou assured on Monday after inspecting supermarkets in Larnaca. Slaughter ...

Waiting times for specialist doctors in Cyprus have grown significantly longer over the past year, forcing some patients to endure delays stretching well into late 2025, reports showed on Monday. Despite ...

The Cyprus Agricultural Payments Organisation (CAPO) has disbursed over €2 billion in subsidies since Cyprus joined the European Union, the Commissioner of Agricultural Payments Andreas Kyprianou, said on Friday. Speaking at ...

Plastic pollution and invasive species are among key issues fishers are facing in Cyprus, EU Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis said on Friday. Kadis was speaking from the ...

Numerous restoration projects at Greek and Turkish Cypriot heritage sites are planned for 2025, the bicommunal Technical Committee on Cultural Heritage said on Friday. Greek Cypriot co-chair of the committee Sotos ...