The Safe-R programme consortium is hosting a conference in Nicosia to discuss the findings of research regarding equitable access to healthcare for the LGBTIQ+ community. The event brings together professionals, activists, and policymakers to advocate for non-discriminatory health services.
Two lightning-induced forest fires were successfully controlled in the Karvounas and Evrychou areas on April 17, 2026. Rapid response by the Forestry Department ensured both incidents were contained within minutes of discovery.
EKO is expanding its road safety initiatives in Cyprus, focusing on experiential training for motorcyclists and young drivers. The program aims to foster responsible driving habits through practical exercises and collaborations with state authorities.
EAC employees have scheduled a 24-hour strike for April 23, 2026, to protest the lack of progress on energy sector issues. The action will affect operations, including 50% of the shift staff at the Dhekelia Power Station.
The Limassol Municipal Arts Centre is hosting a new transdisciplinary exhibition titled Rehearsals in placemaking. This project invites artists and the public to explore urban spaces as communal areas through a variety of creative performances and installations.
The Queer Collective argues that the burning of rainbow flags on Easter bonfires is a symptom of deep-seated nationalism and a failure of educational and political systems to address radicalization. The organization calls for inclusive education, media literacy, and firm political condemnation to counter the growing influence of extremist rhetoric among youth.
The inauguration ceremony for the regional fire station in Paphos has been postponed due to a change in the European Council's schedule. A new date for the event involving President Christodoulides and Ursula von der Leyen will be set for May.
The police chief's refusal to answer questions after a brief statement regarding the Santi case undermines public trust and transparency. This behavior reflects a problematic trend within the police force that avoids genuine accountability and professional engagement with the media.
Rising rates of pet ownership in Cyprus are shifting the focus toward improved animal welfare and the necessity of high-quality nutrition. Experts emphasize that education and specialized care are essential to reducing abandonment and ensuring long-term health for domestic animals.
A tragic incident occurred in Corinth after the body of a 17-year-old girl was discovered floating in the canal. A private diver assisted in the recovery of the body, which was then transported to the General Hospital of Corinth.
Two men were arrested at Paphos airport for multiple burglaries in the Protaras area. Police tracked the suspects using signals from stolen AirPods.
Police in Cyprus arrested two individuals after a tracking signal from stolen AirPods led officers to their location. The suspects, detained at Paphos International Airport, are linked to a series of burglaries across the Protaras and Paralimni regions.
Authorities are conducting massive inspections of dangerous buildings across Cyprus after a fatal collapse in Germasogeia killed two people. Officials are coordinating on new digital monitoring tools and potential criminal charges against negligent owners.
A 43-year-old Hungarian national appeared in a Nicosia court on April 17, 2026, facing charges related to the exploitation of Greek Cypriot property. The suspect, arrested on April 1, is accused of offenses including money laundering and fraudulent real estate transactions.
Cyprus has expanded containment measures following the detection of foot-and-mouth disease at a 4,000-animal pig farm in Paliometocho. Authorities are conducting widespread culling and vaccinations while investigating breaches of biosecurity protocols.
The article examines the origins of society columns in 1954 Cyprus, exploring how newspaper coverage functioned as a mechanism for establishing social status and identity. It draws parallels between these early public displays of prestige and modern social media influence culture.
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