Student Housing Crunch: Cyprus students are facing steep rent hikes as demand outstrips supply, with one-bedroom flats in Nicosia/Larnaca/Paphos reported at €600–€900, while Limassol can reach €1,500 and Paralimni up to €700; three-bedroom rents climb to €2,700 in Limassol. Marine Science & Conservation: Cypriot small-scale fishermen are pushing for a 10-year national plan after warning stocks are falling, calling for priority access to traditional grounds, tougher monitoring, and better market access. New to Science: A two-year survey found five wasp species new to science in Cyprus, highlighting the island’s underexplored insect biodiversity and the role of tiny parasitic wasps in natural pest control. Health & Training: The University of Nicosia launched an English-taught MPharm, adding more international access to pharmacy education with lab-based practical training. Space for Youth: The Turkic States’ space camp in İzmir welcomed participants including the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, urging careers in science, tech, engineering and space research. Energy Security Policy: A US executive order expands scrutiny of foreign-produced bulk-power equipment, with implications for grid-connected inverters and storage systems—relevant for renewable and data-centre projects. Tourism Tech & Heritage: Larnaca’s 2026 tourism plan backs digital tourism and accessibility, including turning the Pervolia (Kiti) lighthouse into a marine knowledge centre with sensors and live seabed footage.