Cyprus Business Now: shipping, technology, energy, real estate, IMF

The Cyprus Union of Shipowners (CUS) has appealed to EU Member States, and in particular to the Government of the Republic of Cyprus, to vote against the proposed International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Net-Zero Framework (NZF). The union...

Cypress City Council opts to fill vacancy by appointment

Citing time and cost savings, the Cypress City Council plans to appoint a new councilmember next month to fill a vacancy instead of calling a special election. The move comes after former Councilmember Scott Minikus’s surprise resignation Oct. 1...

Cypress Creek Bridge ribbon-cutting delayed to 10 a.m. Thursday

Cypress Creek Bridge ribbon-cutting delayed to 10 a.m. Thursday Published 2:07 pm Wednesday, October 15, 2025 To accommodate rush-hour morning traffic and school drop-offs, Isle of Wight County Tourism has delayed the start time for its...

Environmental group sues Florida over withheld records tied to ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

In the latest legal salvo over the immigrant-detention center dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” an environmental group Tuesday filed a lawsuit alleging that state officials have improperly withheld public records, including documents about Florida’s...

CAT ISLAND: Cyprus Has More Feral Cats Than People, and Now Officials Wants To Implement a Mass Sterilization Program

Cyprus’ Cats/Photos Wiki Media. The cat’s out of the bag. The island nation of Cyprus, located in the Mediterranean Sea, has a troubled history, disputed by Greece and Turkey, while at the same time being a part of the British Commonwealth and,...

Cyprus to host MIT’s MISTI Global Teaching Labs programme in 2026

Cyprus has been added to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) International Science and Technology Initiatives (MISTI) global network. This addition positions Cyprus on the MIT map alongside select global destinations, marking an...

Cyprus’ cats make headlines abroad, but the island’s feline problem is serious

Move over Cyprus problem, the island now has another headline-grabbing challenge: its cats. International outlets, including ABC News and the Associated Press, have spotlighted the Mediterranean nation’s unusually high number of felines. With...

Nicosia shines at 2025 European Week of Regions and Cities

The Nicosia Tourism Board proudly concluded its participation in the European Week of Regions and Cities 2025 with the highly successful Taste Nicosia – European Regions Week Tasting Event, held on October 14, 2025, at Square Brussels, Grand Hall...

Cyprus Finance Minister Reiterates Doubts Over Viability of Great Sea Interconnector Project

Home Cyprus Cyprus Finance Minister Reiterates Doubts Over Viability of Great Sea Interconnector Project Finance Minister Makis Keravnos has once again voiced skepticism over the viability of the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI), a proposed...

International disasters and risk conference taking place in Nicosia

Artificial intelligence, immersive solutions for disaster and emergency response and new technologies will be the key topics discussed at the international disasters and risk conference (IDRC) held in Nicosia from October 22 to 24. “This year’s...

Cyprus Weather Forecast – 15th October

Home Cyprus Cyprus Weather Forecast – 15th October A weak low-pressure system is affecting the region. Today’s weather is expected to be mostly clear in the morning, with localized cloud increases developing in the afternoon. Winds will be light...

BeMed launches 10th call for micro-projects to fight plastic pollution in the Mediterranean

As the Mediterranean continues to grapple with alarming levels of plastic pollution, Beyond Plastic Med (BeMed) – a Monaco-based initiative – has launched its 10th Call for Micro-Initiatives (CMI), offering targeted funding to local projects...

New rocket launchers hit the streets of Cyprus

In a move that caught Ankara off guard, Cyprus quietly renewed its military arsenal, unveiling two squadrons of Serbian-designed Tamnava rocket launchers during the island’s recent Independence Day celebrations. The public appearance marked the...

Cyprus joins push for EU digital age rules to protect children online

Cyprus has joined five other European leaders in calling for the introduction of a common “digital age of adulthood” across the European Union, President Nikos Christodoulides announced on Wednesday. The initiative aims to set a minimum age for...

Cyprus Business Now: shipping, CSE, salaries, CySEC, taxes, gaming

Ship management revenues in Cyprus rose to €978 million in the first half of 2025, marking a 6.7 per cent increase compared with the second half of 2024, according to the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). The figure corresponds to 5.5 per cent of...

Cypress County approves budget for 2026 ahead of municipal election

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Ryan Dahlman By Anna Smith Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Cypress County council approved the 2026 budget at its regular meeting Sept. 16, setting the stage for the new council ahead...

Cyprus faces rising feral cat population threatening ecosystem and streets

Cyprus has roughly one feral cat per resident, though numbers may be higher. Officials warn of ecological risks and street dangers, while activists call for stronger sterilisation programs to protect both wildlife and felines Officials in Cyprus...

Cypress County Emergency Services: An active, productive year

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Ryan Dahlman By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers Cypress County Fire Services currently operates out of eight fire stations, covering more than 13,000 square kilometres, with a team of approximately 115...

Cyprus tops EU in food waste

By Sara Mariza Vryonidi If you’ve ever noticed a buffet at the end of a wedding or watched trays of perfectly good food go into the bin at closing time, you’ve seen it: food waste is everywhere. It’s hidden in restaurant kitchens, in delivery...

What’s coming at Cyprus’ first Bicycle Film Festival

Having travelled to more than 100 cities worldwide and attracted over one million people, the Bicycle Film Festival arrives in Nicosia in just a few days. This is not just a festival about bicycles though but a gentle push towards sustainable...