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13 September, 2025
 

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Ancient Cypriot treasures return home after U.S. gallery steps up

Ancient Cypriot treasures return home after U.S. gallery steps up

Two ancient Cypriot artifacts, a rare 2,600-year-old chariot sculpture and a centuries-old ceramic flask, have been formally returned to Cyprus after years abroad in a small but powerful ceremony held at the Cypriot Embassy in Washington....

Who said you have to go anywhere to get away?

Who said you have to go anywhere to get away?

Your Instagram feed might be serving you postcard after postcard from the Amalfi Coast, Mykonos, or some remote Japanese island that suddenly everyone seems to have discovered....

Police investigate explosion at car showroom in Engomi

Police investigate explosion at car showroom in Engomi

Authorities were called into action early Thursday morning after an explosion rocked a car showroom in the Engomi area of Nicosia, damaging the front entrance and unsettling nearby residents....

Top U.S. fire experts land in Cyprus to probe Limassol blaze

Top U.S. fire experts land in Cyprus to probe Limassol blaze

A team of elite U.S. fire investigators arrived in Cyprus Wednesday to begin an in-depth look into the recent wildfires that ravaged the mountains of Limassol....

Sunshine, sassy winds & a flirty warm front headed your way

Sunshine, sassy winds & a flirty warm front headed your way

A classic seasonal low-pressure diva is currently swirling over the region, but she’s about to be upstaged, at least temporarily, by a hot, sassy warm air mass strutting its way onto the island starting tomorrow....

Community leaders witness political infighting in Parliament instead of needed solutions

Community leaders witness political infighting in Parliament instead of needed solutions

The community leader of Lofou, Yiannos Neophytou, expressed disappointment Tuesday following a Parliamentary session on the recent wildfires in the Limassol district, saying local leaders expected solutions but instead witnessed political infighting....

Injured tourist rescued from Ayia Napa sea caves

Injured tourist rescued from Ayia Napa sea caves

Emergency crews rescued an injured person Wednesday afternoon after a fall on the rocks in the sea caves area of Ayia Napa, authorities said....

EU reminds travelers: Pets have freedom to roam, too

EU reminds travelers: Pets have freedom to roam, too

EU citizens aren’t the only ones with the right to move freely across the European Union. Under harmonized EU rules, cats, dogs and even ferrets can travel with their owners across member states....

Why our politicians fail to manage crises

Why our politicians fail to manage crises

The most compelling argument for our political leaders to grasp the value of immediacy is this: governments no longer fall because of the opposition....

Cyprus approves tender call for first phase of Paphos-Polis highway

Cyprus approves tender call for first phase of Paphos-Polis highway

The Council of Ministers on Wednesday approved the call for tenders for the first phase of the Polis Chrysochous–Paphos highway, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis said after the meeting....

Supreme Court upholds police use of IP tracking in child pornography case

Supreme Court upholds police use of IP tracking in child pornography case

The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that police can lawfully use specialized software to monitor IP addresses of internet users distributing child pornography, according to the Legal Service....

Artima Restaurant Unveils Exciting New Enhanced Menu!

Artima Restaurant Unveils Exciting New Enhanced Menu!

Artima Restaurant, Limassol’s beloved dining destination known for its commitment to quality and innovation, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new enhanced menu, designed to tantalize taste buds and elevate the dining experience for all guests....

July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 25/07/2025

July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 25/07/2025

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....

August Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 01/08/2025

August Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 01/08/2025

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....

Cyprus savers earn less, borrowers pay more as banks widen gap with Eurozone

Cyprus savers earn less, borrowers pay more as banks widen gap with Eurozone

If you’re saving your money in a Cypriot bank, you’re probably earning less interest than the average European. But if you’re borrowing for a home or your small business, you’re likely paying more....

Waste blaze in Polemidia under control, but cleanup will take time

Waste blaze in Polemidia under control, but cleanup will take time

A large fire that broke out Tuesday afternoon in the Polemidia area has been brought under control, though officials say full extinguishing will take some time due to the nature of the materials that caught fire....

Cyprus is a magnet for foreign companies as registrations surge

Cyprus is a magnet for foreign companies as registrations surge

Foreign companies are flocking to Cyprus at a growing pace, with business registrations up by 30% in just six weeks, a sign that the island is solidifying its position as a prime investment hub in the region....

A fiery forecast for the Feast of Transfiguration

A fiery forecast for the Feast of Transfiguration

As Cyprus wakes to the Feast of the Transfiguration of Christ, a day when many Orthodox faithful take grapes to church to be blessed, the island is set to bask under a sky that mirrors the occasion’s brilliance. ...

Snake survives wildfire by hiding in cat house

Snake survives wildfire by hiding in cat house

A venomous snake that escaped a wildfire by hiding in a cat house was rescued this week by wildlife handler Giannis Aggelis....

Attempted arson at Hagia Sophia foiled by security

Attempted arson at Hagia Sophia foiled by security

Security guards at Istanbul’s historic Hagia Sophia stopped a man from setting a fire inside the site last month, Turkish authorities said Monday....

Check if your car has a recall, Transport Department urges

Check if your car has a recall, Transport Department urges

The Department of Road Transport is urging drivers to check whether their vehicles are subject to outstanding recalls and to complete any necessary repairs to ensure safety....

Fire in Latsia home caused by forgotten candle in children’s bedroom

Fire in Latsia home caused by forgotten candle in children’s bedroom

A fire broke out yesterday afternoon in a residence in Latsia, reportedly caused by a forgotten candle left burning in a children’s bedroom....

U.S. arson experts to assist in Cyprus wildfire investigation

U.S. arson experts to assist in Cyprus wildfire investigation

A team from the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is set to arrive in Cyprus Wednesday night to aid in investigating the recent wildfires....

Cyprus records one of EU’s lowest drowning death rates in 2022

Cyprus records one of EU’s lowest drowning death rates in 2022

Cyprus was among the four European Union countries with the fewest drowning deaths in 2022, according to data released Tuesday by Eurostat....

Cyprus wildfire boss was in Australia during deadly blaze

Cyprus wildfire boss was in Australia during deadly blaze

As raging wildfires swept through Cyprus last month, killing two people and devastating communities, the official tasked with coordinating the state’s wildfire response was more than 13,000 kilometers away in Australia....

''Order! Order!'' John Bercow Joins Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

''Order! Order!'' John Bercow Joins Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

Known for his booming calls of ''Order! Order!'' in the House of Commons, John Bercow, one of the most recognizable figures in British politics, will take the stage at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit this October....

Who set Troodos on fire? Spoiler alert: It wasn’t the trees’ fault

Who set Troodos on fire? Spoiler alert: It wasn’t the trees’ fault

Let me kick things off with two completely unrelated questions: When exactly are all 13 mobile desalination units finally going to start working? ...

Bigger, smarter, greener: Alphamega’s new superstore is coming to Engomi

Bigger, smarter, greener: Alphamega’s new superstore is coming to Engomi

Retail giant Alphamega has secured planning permission for its brand-new, privately owned flagship store in Engomi, marking a major step forward in a project estimated to cost over €30 million....

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