Neapolis, Western Macedonia Universities to offer joint engineeing programmes

A joint English-language Bachelor’s and Master’s programme in product design engineering will be offered by Neapolis University Paphos and the University of Western Macedonia, starting from the academic year 2026 to 2027, they announced on Monday. “We are putting into practice the common academic space between Greece and Cyprus, fully utilising the comparative advantages of […]

Morocco declares end of seven-year drought after winter rains

Morocco’s seven-year drought has come to an end after abundant rainfall this winter, Water Minister Nizar Baraka said on Monday. Rainfall levels so far this winter are up 95% from a year earlier and 17% above the seasonal average, Baraka told members of parliament. The average dam-filling rate has risen to 46%, with several key […]

Disy chief calls for comprehensive investigation into video allegations

The resignation of President Nikos Christodoulides’ chief of staff and brother-in-law, Charalambos Charalambous, was a necessary response to the video accusing him and others of corruption, Disy president Annita Demetriou said on Monday. Demetriou called for the creation of a “coherent action plan”, assuring that those involved take responsibility proving to the public that the […]

Reports of domestic violence outnumber those of previous years More than 3,000 incidents of domestic violence were reported to the police in 2025, marking an increase to previous years, the police’s responsible officer Evi Nicolaou said on Monday. Nicolaou said the rise in complaints reflected a level of trust to the authorities, as victims felt […]

Foreign investment ‘may be transient’

The surge in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Cyprus may be transient, and could swing the other way as many foreign businesses setting up shop here do not have ‘organic’ links to the economy, the head of the Fiscal Council cautioned on Monday. Speaking in parliament, Michalis Persianis said many companies migrated to the island […]

Pakistan and Indonesia closing in on jets and drones defence deal

Indonesia’s defence minister met Pakistan’s air force chief in Islamabad to discuss a potential deal that includes the sale of combat jets and killer drones to Jakarta, three security officials with knowledge of the meeting on Monday said. The talks come as Pakistan’s defence industry moves forward with a series of defence procurement negotiations, including […]

Two acclaimed artists join CySO for next concerts

Mid-January, and yes, that’s next week already, brings two classical music evenings to Limassol and Nicosia. Behind them is, of course, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra, which welcomes two internationally-acclaimed artists for its Starlight 3 concert series. Celebrated soprano Miah Persson, admired for her luminous voice and expressive depth, continues to captivate audiences worldwide and heads […]

Kompos discusses Iran and Syria with EU foreign policy chief Kalas

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kompos on Monday held a telephone conversation with European Union foreign affairs and security policy chief and commission vice president Kaja Kallas. A post on the ministry’s X site said there was a “timely” conversation between the politicians “exchanging views on recent developments in the region, including Iran and Syria.”

Alonso leaves Real Madrid after eight months

Head coach Xabi Alonso has left Real Madrid by mutual agreement, the LaLiga club said on Monday. “Xabi Alonso will always have the love and admiration of all Real Madrid fans because he is a Real Madrid legend and has represented the values of our club at all times. Real Madrid will always be his […]

Polygon (POL) up 50% this week while analysts see 25x potential for this new Crypto in 2026

Crypto markets have a simple habit: when a well-known token jumps on clear product news, traders immediately start scanning for the next project that could reprice the same way—only from a much earlier starting point. Polygon (POL) is a good example this week, with strong gains tied to stablecoin payments updates. At the same time, […]

La Petite Maison debuts Friday Lunch

La Petite Maison (LPM) Limassol is delighted to announce the introduction of Friday Lunch, starting Friday, January 16, 2026, responding to growing guest demand and the rise of Limassol as a vibrant hub for business and social lunches. This new addition offers guests a fresh opportunity to enjoy LPM’s distinctive Mediterranean-led cuisine during the daytime. […]

Hybrid cars lead the way while total vehicle registrations up 5.8 per cent

An increase in the overall number electric registered was seen in 2025, data released by the statistical service showed on Monday, with registrations of hybrid vehicles up 7.2 per cent and the number of electric car registrations up by 0.7 per cent. Meanwhile, the popularity of fuel-powered vehicles seemed to decline, as the overall share […]

Making room for creativity: small corners for hobbies, personal expression

In this day and age, where everything is happening simultaneously and a thousand different things demand our attention every day, how would you like to have a space just for yourself? A space for your ideas, colours, words, threads and small projects that make you smile? Does it sound like an oasis? Like a dream? […]

Government workers remain stable in 2025

The number of people employed in the central government remained virtually unchanged from December 2024 to December 2025, the Statistical Service said on Monday. In December 2025, the number of employees came to 55,301 – just 53 fewer than 12 months earlier. Government employees are defined as those working in the civil service, public education […]

Sattori Design Collection launched in Cyprus

As part of a glamorous evening filled with creativity, high aesthetics and distinguished guests, the Sattori Design Collection officially opened a few days ago, marking the arrival of a new destination for luxury interior design in Cyprus. The inauguration was performed by Paphos Mayor Faidonas Faidonos, in the presence of representatives of the leading English […]

National Guard receives Cypriot-made drones

Monday marked an important milestone for the National Guard, said force chief Lieutenant General Emmanuel Theodorou, as it demonstrated that Cyprus can produce technologically advanced defence systems capable of competing internationally. Speaking at a ceremony in Mosfiloti’s Patroklos Kokkinos Camp for the National Guard’s receipt of two Poseidon H10 UAVs and a command-and-control system from […]

Simeone apologises for taunting Vinícius but refuses to ask for forgiveness

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has issued an apology for his sideline antics during his team’s Spanish Super Cup semi-final defeat by Real Madrid in Saudi Arabia, saying he was sorry for taunting Vinícius Jr. but refusing to ask for forgiveness. The fiery Argentine was caught on camera repeatedly provoking the Brazilian winger throughout the […]

Italian tenor Bocelli to sing at Winter Olympics opening ceremony

Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will be among the stars at the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, organisers said on Sunday. The performance by Bocelli, who had also taken part in the closing ceremony of the Turin Olympics in 2006, will “be one of the most iconic passages of the event”, the […]

US military takeover of Greenland ‘would be the end of NATO’

The European Union can help provide security for Greenland, should Denmark request it, the European Commissioner for Defence and Space said on Monday, warning that a U.S. military takeover of Greenland would be the end of NATO. Trump has said the United States must own Greenland, an autonomous part of the Kingdom of Denmark, to […]

AG’s office to investigate alleged physical abuse by MP

The attorney-general’s office on Monday told a court that it intends to investigate the alleged physical abuse committed by a Disy MP even though the alleged victim – the MP’s wife – has since withdrawn her complaint. Deputy attorney-general Savvas Angelides was speaking at the hearing before the Supreme Court, which is being petitioned to […]

Heavy snow closes main routes to Troodos

Three main routes to Troodos were closed on Monday afternoon to unequipped private vehicles following heavy snowfall, police said. The Karvounas-Troodos, Platres-Troodos and Prodomos-Troodos roads remain open only to vehicles fitted with snow chains or four-wheel drive. Dense fog has reduced visibility across the Troodos area. Police urge drivers to exercise particular caution, maintain safe […]

Shots fired at Limassol hair salon

A hair salon owned by a Ukrainian woman has been cordoned off after shots were fired at the premises located in the tourist area of Yermasogia, Limassol on Monday morning. According to the Limassol police, the shots were fired from a pistol. Investigations into the case are ongoing.

Motorists in north given 18 months to replace Takata airbags

Motorists in the north have been given until the end of June next year to replace potentially faulty airbags manufactured by Japanese company Takata, the north’s ‘transport minister’ Erhan Arikli said on Monday. He told a press conference that Takata airbags “cause accidents not only in the TRNC but all over the world, causing injuries […]

Limassol man arrested after 2kg of cannabis seized

A Limassol man was remanded in custody by Limassol district court on Monday after fleeing arrest the previous night. Police said they tried to apprehend the 23-year-old when they spotted his vehicle parked suspiciously on a Limassol street. When the driver saw the police, he attempted to flee but was stopped a short distance away. […]