Cyprus Economy Watch: The University of Cyprus’ CCLEI shows a return to marginal growth in August (+0.02% year-on-year), driven by stronger domestic activity like property sales contracts, retail volumes and electricity production, even as Brent stays high and tourism remains weaker. Public Health: A Europe-wide study finds childhood vaccination rates have stalled since 2019–2022, with Cyprus among the countries where coverage declined across multiple vaccines, raising risks for herd and individual immunity. Property & Housing: Cyprus’ property market stays strong (21,387 transfers in 2025; €4.73bn total), but rising costs and structural weaknesses are pushing the government to revise planning frameworks and link housing policy with development. Digital Safety for Youth: Cyprus plans a bill for December to set a minimum age of 15 for social media accounts, using an EU age-verification blueprint integrated into the Digital Citizen app. Cybersecurity & Trust: Primetel and Bitdefender team up to include mobile security in GIGA Unlimited 5G plans across Cyprus. Infrastructure Pressure: MPs hear Cyprus waste treatment is a “ticking time bomb,” with Pentakomo described as barely coping and transitional contracts now planned. Aviation Staffing: Cyprus air traffic control is short about 50 controllers versus required staffing, with MPs discussing flight safety and a long-stalled state air navigation company. Sports Funding: Cyprus will double state support for athletes preparing for LA 2028, adding €700,000 from 2027.