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University Of Cyprus Strengthens Global Standing In World University Rankings

The University of Cyprus has solidified its place on the global stage, earning recognition in nine out of 11 academic fields assessed in the prestigious World University Rankings.

This milestone follows the university’s inclusion in the 401–500 range of the World University Rankings and reinforces its upward trajectory in international rankings, including its 389th spot in the QS World University Rankings and its placement in the 701–800 range in the Shanghai Rankings (ARWU), according to a university press release.

In the 2025 rankings, the university demonstrated strong performance across a variety of disciplines. It ranked 251–300 in Education Studies, 301–400 in Psychology and Arts and Humanities, 401–500 in Social Sciences and Engineering, 501–600 in Physical Sciences and Computer Science, and 601–800 in Business and Economics.

This recognition highlights the University of Cyprus’ commitment to academic excellence and its growing influence in the international academic community.

TikTok Returns To US App Stores 

TikTok is once again available for download in the Apple and Google app stores in the US, following a delay in the enforcement of its ban by former President Donald Trump. The ban’s postponement until April 5 gives the administration additional time to evaluate the situation.

Key Developments

The decision to restore TikTok access came after Google and Apple received reassurances from the Trump administration that they would not face legal consequences for reinstating the Chinese-owned app. According to Bloomberg, US Attorney General Pam Bondi sent a letter outlining these guarantees.

In an executive order signed on January 20, Trump instructed the attorney general not to take enforcement action for 75 days, providing time for his administration to determine how to proceed.

Uncertain Future For TikTok In The US

While TikTok is back on the US app stores, its long-term survival remains uncertain. If no deal is reached by early April to address national security concerns, the app may face another shutdown. ByteDance, the parent company, has insisted that TikTok is not for sale.

Legislation And Pressure On ByteDance

The Protecting Americans from Foreign Enemy-Controlled Apps Act, which passed with bipartisan support in Congress, mandates a nationwide ban on TikTok unless ByteDance sells its US operations. This law was signed by President Joe Biden in April of last year.

In late January, the app was briefly removed from US stores following the ban’s activation, impacting over 170 million American users. However, TikTok was restored soon after, following Trump’s intervention in his first hours as president. During that time, he signed an executive order allowing 75 days for a deal that would safeguard national security. Trump also suggested that the US could take a 50% stake in TikTok, a move he believed would keep the app “in good hands.”

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