Minister defends overseas treatment as HIO handles over 1,200 requests
Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides says overseas care complements Gesy, as figures show the HIO approved 72 per cent of requests to send patients abroad in the past year.
Nine Christmas villages to open across Cyprus from November 21
The deputy ministry of tourism has announced nine Christmas villages running from November 21 to January 6, 2027, offering decorations, local products and crafts.
Eating out in Cyprus up 26% since 2023, industry data shows
A meal that cost €100 in 2023 now averages €126, according to data released on Friday, with energy and alcohol prices blamed for the rise.
Cyprus issues yellow weather warning for rain and thunderstorms
The met department has issued a yellow warning until 5pm Friday, with heavy storms, possible hail and wind gusts up to 8 Beaufort expected across the island.
MPs push for advance payments for overseas medical treatment
A House health committee heard that families sent abroad for treatment face reimbursement delays, with MPs calling for upfront payment of travel and accommodation costs.
Cyprus to submit social media age limit bill in December
Cyprus plans to ban under-15s from social media accounts, with platforms themselves responsible for enforcement, Deputy Research Minister Nicodemos Damianou said.
Larnaca school bus route suspended after vandalism on board
A school bus route serving villages in the Larnaca district was suspended after vandals broke seats, with the transport ministry saying the service cannot run safely until those responsible are identified.
Cyprus farmers to receive €1.5m in EU aid for fuel and fertiliser costs
The Council of Ministers approved two EU-funded schemes worth €1.5 million to help farmers cope with higher diesel and fertiliser costs linked to the Middle East crisis.
Power cuts hit Nicosia and Larnaca as EAC crews race to repair fault
A fault left parts of Nicosia and four Larnaca district villages without electricity on Thursday, with EAC crews working to restore supply.
West Nile virus: 14 cases and one death recorded in Cyprus
One person has died and 14 West Nile virus cases have been recorded in Cyprus this year, as Nicosia steps up daily mosquito-control operations across the capital.
New paediatric surgery unit completed at Makarios hospital
Okypy announced the completion of a new paediatric surgery department at Makarios hospital, part of a wider modernisation programme that also covers neonatal and children's intensive care units.
Anti-corruption authority moves to reopen black van surveillance case
Cyprus's anti-corruption authority is reportedly preparing a fresh inquiry into the black van affair, seeking outside legal advice on whether it can act after the criminal case closed.