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20 April, 2025
 

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Another day, another alleged corruption storm as President slams Auditor’s claims

Another day, another alleged corruption storm as President slams Auditor’s claims

Once again, Cyprus finds itself in the shadow of controversy, with fresh corruption claims raising eyebrows across the political spectrum. This time, the storm centers around an events venue in Nicosia — and whether the President himself had anything to do with how it got its license....

Cypriots struggle to keep up as food and energy prices climb

Cypriots struggle to keep up as food and energy prices climb

As prices continue to rise at the supermarket and electricity bills put pressure on family budgets, more people in Cyprus are finding it harder to make ends meet....

Waitstaff say employers are pocketing their tips

Waitstaff say employers are pocketing their tips

Some restaurant and café workers in Cyprus are raising the alarm over a shady practice happening behind the scenes: tips meant for staff are being kept by employers or used to top up wages, according to complaints made to MPs....

Cyprus has one of the world’s lowest U.S. visa rejection rates — and that’s a big deal

Cyprus has one of the world’s lowest U.S. visa rejection rates — and that’s a big deal

Cyprus is inching closer to landing a spot in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, and there’s one big reason why: it now has one of the lowest U.S. visa rejection rates in the world....

Coffee up, veggies down: March prices shift across Cyprus

Coffee up, veggies down: March prices shift across Cyprus

Shoppers in Cyprus may have noticed some familiar staples getting pricier last month, with Cypriot coffee and frozen burgers topping the list of products with the biggest price jumps in March....

April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 04/04/2025

April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 04/04/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

A quiet forecast for a solemn week

A quiet forecast for a solemn week

Good morning. As we move through Holy Week and approach Easter, the weather remains calm and steady, a fitting backdrop for reflection and quiet moments....

Mild earthquake shakes Limassol area

Mild earthquake shakes Limassol area

A mild earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 2.8 was recorded early Monday in the sea southeast of Limassol, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre....

Weapons, drugs, and fireworks found in open field in Limassol

Weapons, drugs, and fireworks found in open field in Limassol

An investigation is underway in Limassol following the discovery of a military rifle, drugs, and fireworks in an open area, according to a statement from the Cyprus Police....

President unveils ''Brain Gain'' campaign and Silicon Valley ties at economic conference

President unveils ''Brain Gain'' campaign and Silicon Valley ties at economic conference

Cyprus is aiming high with a bold economic strategy that puts young people, innovation, and foreign investment at the center of the island’s future....

Thanasis Nicolaou’s remains placed in monastery ossuary

Thanasis Nicolaou’s remains placed in monastery ossuary

The remains of Thanasis Nicolaou, a 26-year-old National Guardsman, have been placed in an ossuary at a monastery in Limassol, following coordination with the Metropolis of Limassol....

Workplace accident in Limassol leaves 60-year-old in critical condition

Workplace accident in Limassol leaves 60-year-old in critical condition

A 60-year-old man is in critical condition following a workplace accident Tuesday morning at a construction site in Limassol....

Cyprus a hit with Polish tourists as arrivals reach record high

Cyprus a hit with Polish tourists as arrivals reach record high

Cyprus is fast becoming a favorite getaway for Polish travelers, and 2024 has already smashed records. According to Deputy Tourism Minister Costas Koumis, over 337,000 visitors from Poland chose Cyprus as their holiday spot this year, the highest number ever recorded from the country....

KPMG in Cyprus supports creativity and innovation through the Creativity, Innovation, and Business Idea Programme ''IDEODROMIO''

KPMG in Cyprus supports creativity and innovation through the Creativity, Innovation, and Business Idea Programme ''IDEODROMIO''

KPMG in Cyprus, committed to business transformation, education, and the development of young talent, proudly continues its active collaboration and support of the Creativity, Innovation, and Business Idea Programme “IDEODROMIO” for the tenth consecutive year....

Cyprus cracks down on Easter food safety with island-wide inspections

Cyprus cracks down on Easter food safety with island-wide inspections

As Cypriots prepare for their Easter feasts, the Ministry of Agriculture is stepping up efforts to ensure that what ends up on the table is safe, fresh, and exactly what it claims to be....

Farewell, Makareio: Nicosia’s historic stadium to transform into modern sports hub

Farewell, Makareio: Nicosia’s historic stadium to transform into modern sports hub

The historic Makareio Stadium in Nicosia is officially shutting its doors, but not without a plan. According to the president of the Cyprus Sports Organisation (KOA), Yiannis Ioannou, the stadium will be transformed into a state-of-the-art sports complex designed for the future....

51 families found a “home” for 648 nights at the Ronald McDonald House® with the support of COSMOS Insurance

51 families found a “home” for 648 nights at the Ronald McDonald House® with the support of COSMOS Insurance

As part of its unwavering commitment to meaningful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), COSMOS Insurance has been actively supporting the work of Ronald McDonald House Charities® Cyprus since 2022 by adopting Family Room No. 5 at the Nicosia House....

Banquet hall in Nicosia built and operating without permits

Banquet hall in Nicosia built and operating without permits

A building in Nicosia that now operates as a popular banquet and events hall was constructed and opened without the proper permits or approvals, according to a damning report by the Auditor General of the Republic. ...

Residential plots for sale by AstroBank

Residential plots for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale an exceptional selection of residential plots in Nicosia, Paphos, and Famagusta....

Pharmacist stabbed remains in serious but stable condition

Pharmacist stabbed remains in serious but stable condition

A 33-year-old pharmacist remains in serious but stable condition at Paphos General Hospital after being stabbed in a shocking daylight attack on Monday morning....

Turkish Cypriot developer barred from entering Dubai over property dispute allegations

Turkish Cypriot developer barred from entering Dubai over property dispute allegations

A prominent Turkish Cypriot property developer was denied entry into Dubai over allegations tied to disputed real estate in Cyprus’ occupied north, according to local media reports....

Court halts Pentakomo port project to protect endangered monk seals

Court halts Pentakomo port project to protect endangered monk seals

In a major win for environmental protection in Cyprus, the Administrative Court has issued an interim order halting construction on a planned port in Pentakomo, citing the need to protect the area’s fragile ecosystem....

Holy Week weather: Calm skies, gentle breezes and a hint of dust on Good Friday

Holy Week weather: Calm skies, gentle breezes and a hint of dust on Good Friday

As Holy Week carries us gently toward Easter, the weather seems to be following suit with a quiet and peaceful mood....

Katy Perry sings among the stars in historic all-women spaceflight

Katy Perry sings among the stars in historic all-women spaceflight

Pop star Katy Perry made history as the first artist to sing in space, joining a landmark all-female crew aboard a Blue Origin rocket launched from West Texas....

''Smoking rights'' go up in flames as court backs COVID mask fine

''Smoking rights'' go up in flames as court backs COVID mask fine

In a recent ruling, the Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction of a man fined for refusing to wear a protective face mask during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, delivering a firm blow to challenges against public health regulations imposed under emergency powers....

24-year-old injured by firecracker in Larnaca

24-year-old injured by firecracker in Larnaca

A 24-year-old man was seriously injured Monday afternoon when an industrial firecracker exploded in his hand, authorities said....

Officer re-arrested in bribery case tied to prison scandal

Officer re-arrested in bribery case tied to prison scandal

A Central Prisons Department officer was re-arrested Saturday in connection with an ongoing investigation into bribery, abuse of power, and related offenses, authorities said....

Students stand by teachers in headscarf showdown

Students stand by teachers in headscarf showdown

Students at Bekirpaşa High School made a bold statement on Monday, showing up to class dressed in black T-shirts to support their teachers in an ongoing dispute over a controversial new rule allowing headscarves in schools....

Bank of Cyprus buys out Ethniki Insurance in €29.5M deal

Bank of Cyprus buys out Ethniki Insurance in €29.5M deal

The Bank of Cyprus is making a bold move to strengthen its footprint in the island’s insurance market, announcing today that it has signed a binding agreement to acquire 100% of Ethniki Cyprus Insurance Ltd....

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