Commitment to sustainable fishing practices and quota was reaffirmed at the 24th meeting of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas held in Limassol; Cyprus "remains dedicated to promoting science-based fisheries management"

The Aphrodite Rally motor race will go ahead on routes that avoid the Paphos forest and Natura 2000 protected areas, the Cyprus automobile association confirmed following consultations with the agriculture ministry after complaints were voiced

Cypriots flocked to the countryside to celebrate Green Monday, a public holiday rooted in both religious and cultural traditions that marks the start of Lent with fasting foods and outdoor festivities, picnics, games and kite-flying

Union of municipalities has urged chief of police to withdraw the decision to charge Limassol €43.000 for policing carnival parade on Sunday; the move sparked widespread concern as it is the first time police have requested payment for security activity

Forestry college will reopen after nearly a decade with 20 forestry apprentice positions for the Higher Diploma in Forestry programme, a crucial investment to revive Cyprus’s forestry sector with trained personnel