66 h. ago King Charles says his treatment for cancer can be reduced in the new year

King Charles said on Friday his treatment for cancer can be reduced in the next year as he talked about his experience living with the disease in a televised address. Charles, 77, was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer last February, and made the latest announcement in a televised broadcast as part of a […]

Politics

2 d. ago Police unions threaten action as leadership intends to slash days off

Two major unions and a growing number of police officers seek to challenge plans by the force to drastically reduce annual days off work. In a joint statement, trade union Pasydy and the Cyprus police association (Sek) said recent circulations suggesting a cut the police’s days off from 19 down to 5 by next January […]

Events

3 d. ago Drug users in Cyprus to gain right to immediate treatment, not punishment

Drug users in Cyprus to gain right to immediate treatment, not punishment  Kathimerini

Events

4 d. ago Cyprus real estate agents call for transparency and equal treatment

The Cyprus Real Estate Agents Association (Skek), which operates under the umbrella of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve), released a statement this week addressed to the House, outlining its efforts to amend the regulation of the profession. Specifically, it urged the House internal affairs committee to “immediately examine and vote on a […]

Politics

5 d. ago Alonso under pressure but upbeat as Real prepare for City clash

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso faces mounting pressure ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League group-stage meeting against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, but the Spaniard was confident the team could turn their poor form around. Sunday’s 2-0 loss to Celta Vigo, in which Real were reduced to nine players after defenders Fran Garcia and Alvaro Carreras were […]

Events

5 d. ago Cyprus Business Now: tourism, ports, affordable houses, Keve, digital euro

A total of 500 new housing units for rent or sale will be created in Nicosia, Larnaca, Limassol and Paphos, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday. “This is an important measure that will help to ease the pressure caused by rising housing demand and will significantly contribute to reducing housing costs. It is a plan long […]

Society

1 week ago Loizos G. Loizou: The Progress and Developments of the Cyprus International Action Plan for Children with Cancer

Loizos G. Loizou: The Progress and Developments of the Cyprus International Action Plan for Children with Cancer  Oncodaily

Society

2 w. ago Tales from the Coffeeshop: From haircuts to handouts: It’s the return of the bankers

A PROVISIONAL agreement for settling the issue of supplementing the provident funds of bank employees, whose deposits were reduced as a result of the 2013 haircut was reached at an agreement at the presidential palace on Thursday, reported Cyprus’ Tass news agency. The meeting with the Prez was attended by the Bank of Cyprus’ chairman […]

Politics

2 w. ago Cyprus moves to 5 per cent VAT for school construction under new cabinet proposal

Cyprus approved a legal amendment this week to cut VAT on the construction and renovation of buildings used for exempt educational services, reducing the rate to 5 per cent from 19 per cent. Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said after the cabinet meeting that the proposal amends the VAT Law of 2000–2025 and introduces a reduced […]

Politics

2 w. ago Europe’s hidden rehab gap: Why families are looking abroad — and what a “safe” rehab actually means

Across Europe, the conversation around substance use, mental health, and residential addiction treatment is changing rapidly. Rising levels of alcohol misuse, growing dependence on prescription medications, and the aftermath of years of social and economic instability have created a demand for inpatient rehabilitation far beyond the existing capacity of most healthcare systems. Families seeking immediate […]

Politics

2 w. ago Exness, Nomad and Little Heroes launch festive “Baked with Care” initiative

Exness is joining forces with Nomad Bread & Coffee this Christmas to support the nonprofit organisation Little Heroes, as the two partners launch “Baked with Care”, a festive CSR initiative designed to bring joy, comfort and support to children battling cancer and rare diseases. From the outset, the heart of the campaign lies in a […]

Politics

2 w. ago Labour minister certain labour reform bills to be passed soon

Labour Minister Yiannis Panayiotou is confident that reform bills will be tabled in parliament over the coming weeks, despite the social partners saying otherwise. Addressing the pension forum in Nicosia, Panayiotou outlined the government’s aims and the positive outcome so far, such as reducing unemployment to below 5 per cent. Panayiotou stressed the importance of […]

Politics

2 w. ago US demands ‘balanced’ EU digital rules before it cuts steel tariffs

The United States on Monday demanded that the European Union make its regulation of the tech sector more “balanced” in exchange for a reduction of U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from the bloc. At a meeting in Brussels, EU ministers urged U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to implement […]

Politics

3 w. ago Cyprus government steps in to fund critical treatment for young Abraham

Cyprus government steps in to fund critical treatment for young Abraham  Kathimerini

Politics

4 w. ago Woolworth Cyprus swings to profit as financing costs collapse

Woolworth (Cyprus) Properties Plc reported a sharp swing to profit for the first half of 2025, driven by lower financing costs, reduced administrative expenses and the completion of major debt-related transactions. According to the interim results, the group generated income of €647,000 for the six months to 30 June 2025, compared with €662,000 in the […]

Economics