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No more cash rent: New payment rule takes effect across Cyprus from July 1

No more cash rent: New payment rule takes effect across Cyprus from July 1

If you pay your rent in cash, that habit is about to become a thing of the past....

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Police say ‘Santi’ messages fabricated, no evidence found to support allegations

Police say ‘Santi’ messages fabricated, no evidence found to support allegations

One of Cyprus’ most closely watched and controversial investigations has taken a dramatic turn, with police announcing Tuesday that they found no evidence to support the explosive allegations made in the so-called “Santi” case....

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“Jump of the Year”: Armand Duplantis clears a 5.50-meter wall of Lidl products

“Jump of the Year”: Armand Duplantis clears a 5.50-meter wall of Lidl products

A jump the world has never seen before: Pole vault world record holder Armand “Mondo” Duplantis mastered an extraordinary challenge in Stockholm, living up to the title “Jump of the Year”. Challenged by Lidl, the exceptional athlete and holder of 15 world records did not jump over a traditional bar, but over a 5.50-meter-high, 12-meter-wide, and 30-centimeter-deep wall of products, built from the discounter’s extensive own-brand assortment....

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Demetris Tsiakkis at Green Agenda 2026

Demetris Tsiakkis at Green Agenda 2026

The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the largest conference on sustainable development, returns to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the central theme “Transition as a responsibility (not a trend),” bringing to the stage leading figures from the fields of sustainability and innovation. Among this year’s speakers is Demetris Tsiakkis, Head of Business Development and Strategy at Altia....

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Cyprus seeks closer ties with Kazakhstan in trade, energy and tourism

Cyprus seeks closer ties with Kazakhstan in trade, energy and tourism

Cyprus is seeking to strengthen its ties with Kazakhstan, with a focus on areas such as business, energy, tourism and investment, President Nikos Christodoulides said during high-level talks in Astana....

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Blue skies, calm seas and a very June-like day

Blue skies, calm seas and a very June-like day

No thunderstorms lurking in the afternoon, no surprise downpours, no dramatic weather systems marching across the Mediterranean; just sunshine getting on with the job....

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Cyprus secures access to €1.18 billion in EU defense funding

Cyprus secures access to €1.18 billion in EU defense funding

EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius announced on Monday that the European Commission and Cyprus have completed the signing of a €1.18 billion loan agreement under the SAFE program, a key component of the EU's broader effort to strengthen its defense capabilities....

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Fire near Psimolofou burns two hectares before being contained

Fire near Psimolofou burns two hectares before being contained

A fire that broke out on Tuesday afternoon near Psimolofou in Nicosia district was contained within less than an hour after burning approximately two hectares of land....

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Israeli tourism collapse weighs heavily on Cyprus revenue in March

Israeli tourism collapse weighs heavily on Cyprus revenue in March

A dramatic decline in visitors from Israel was a major factor behind a steep drop in Cyprus tourism revenue during March, according to new figures released by the Statistical Service....

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Visually impaired student accuses University of discrimination over practicum assessment

Visually impaired student accuses University of discrimination over practicum assessment

A dispute has emerged between the University of Cyprus and a visually impaired student who alleges she was treated unfairly during her teaching practicum, while the institution insists it provided extensive support throughout her studies....

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Zavrantonas retrial focuses on presidential pardon granted to protected witness

Zavrantonas retrial focuses on presidential pardon granted to protected witness

Proceedings continued Tuesday before the Criminal Court in the retrial of George Christodoulou, known as "Zavrantonas," with arguments centering on the defense's request for documents related to the presidential pardon granted to the protected witness known as "Maronas."...

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Paphos begins major upgrade of bus stops across the city

Paphos begins major upgrade of bus stops across the city

Getting around Paphos by bus is set to become a little more comfortable, as the municipality has started a wide-ranging upgrade of bus stops across the city....

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Lidl Cyprus participates as a Proud Sponsor of Cyprus Pride 2026

Lidl Cyprus participates as a Proud Sponsor of Cyprus Pride 2026

For Lidl Cyprus, inclusion first starts with its people and for yet another year it will be present on Saturday, June 6th at the Nicosia Municipal Garden as a Proud Sponsor of Cyprus Pride, celebrating the power of authenticity and acceptance with its team, partners and visitors of the parade....

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Mayonnaise price jumps nearly 10% in May

Mayonnaise price jumps nearly 10% in May

Shoppers in Cyprus saw noticeable price increases on everyday supermarket items in the second half of May, with sauces, eggs, dairy products and personal hygiene goods among the most affected categories....

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Dead viper found in Paphos pool skimmer prompts warning to homeowners

Dead viper found in Paphos pool skimmer prompts warning to homeowners

A routine pool maintenance job in Paphos turned into an unexpected and unsettling discovery after a worker found a large dead viper inside a swimming pool skimmer....

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Over 3 million water-saving devices to be handed out for free across Cyprus

Over 3 million water-saving devices to be handed out for free across Cyprus

As Cyprus continues to grapple with water shortages and recurring drought conditions, authorities are launching a nationwide effort to help households save water, one tap and shower at a time....

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Government unveils tougher measures to contain livestock disease outbreak

Government unveils tougher measures to contain livestock disease outbreak

The government announced a series of tougher measures on Tuesday aimed at containing the livestock disease outbreak that has shaken Cyprus' farming community and sparked protests by livestock breeders....

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Greece returns 48 Cypriot antiquities in gesture of cultural cooperation

Greece returns 48 Cypriot antiquities in gesture of cultural cooperation

Forty-eight Cypriot antiquities that had been held in a private collection in Greece have been formally returned to Cyprus, in what officials are calling a meaningful act of cultural cooperation between the two countries....

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The weather has finally decided to behave itself

The weather has finally decided to behave itself

After weeks of afternoon surprises, wandering thunderstorms and clouds that seemed determined to keep meteorologists on their toes, the weather across Cyprus has finally made a decision....

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US puts Cyprus back in safest travel category

US puts Cyprus back in safest travel category

The United States has lowered its travel advisory for Cyprus to Level 1, the lowest risk category in its travel warning system, marking a return to normal after months of heightened concern linked to regional instability in the Middle East. ...

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Migration crackdown agreed under Cyprus-led EU presidency

Migration crackdown agreed under Cyprus-led EU presidency

After months of negotiations that culminated on Monday between EU member states and the European Parliament, the European Union has reached a political agreement on a new Returns Regulation that will complement the new Pact on Migration and Asylum, set to take effect on July 1....

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US missile strike disables cargo ship attempting to breach Iran blockade

US missile strike disables cargo ship attempting to breach Iran blockade

The United States military says it has taken action against a merchant vessel that attempted to enter an Iranian port despite restrictions imposed under Washington's maritime blockade....

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Military G3 rifle discovered in shallow waters off Xylofagou

Military G3 rifle discovered in shallow waters off Xylofagou

A military G3 rifle was recovered from shallow coastal waters near Xylofagou on Sunday afternoon, triggering an investigation involving several authorities....

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Kataklysmos skies and a splash of summer

Kataklysmos skies and a splash of summer

It is June 1st. It is Monday. It is Kataklysmos. A weak low-pressure system and a slightly unstable air mass remain nearby today, but conditions are generally favourable for those heading to the sea or village festivities. ...

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Archbishop Elpidophoros hospitalized after collapsing during Thessaloniki service

Archbishop Elpidophoros hospitalized after collapsing during Thessaloniki service

Archbishop Elpidophoros of America was taken to hospital on Sunday after collapsing during a Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Aretsou, Thessaloniki....

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Provocative salaries, pensions, and payouts for MPs

Provocative salaries, pensions, and payouts for MPs

One issue that has come back into focus is the generous pension package, lump-sum payments, and salaries enjoyed by members of the House of Representatives. Unsurprisingly, no MP has ever stepped forward to defend them....

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Women make up majority of science and technology workforce in Cyprus

Women make up majority of science and technology workforce in Cyprus

Women accounted for more than half of all science and technology workers in Cyprus in 2025, according to figures released by Eurostat....

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Two more arrested after alleged terror plot targeting Israelis

Two more arrested after alleged terror plot targeting Israelis

Cypriot authorities have arrested two additional suspects in connection with an ongoing terrorism investigation, bringing the total number of people currently being held in the case to four....

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Cyprus leads EU in oil dependence despite renewable energy surge

Cyprus leads EU in oil dependence despite renewable energy surge

Cyprus remains one of the European Union’s most petroleum-dependent countries, according to the latest Eurostat energy data, even though renewable sources now account for almost all domestic energy production....

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Around 3,000 people in Cyprus living with multiple sclerosis

Around 3,000 people in Cyprus living with multiple sclerosis

Around 3,000 people in Cyprus are living with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to figures presented on Friday as part of events marking World Multiple Sclerosis Day....

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Europe officially ditched its temporary country-by-country registration rules on July 1, forcing all crypto firms to play by the exact same playbook. Photo credit: www.ledgerinsights.com
BUSINESS

New European rules tighten the reins on cryptocurrency platforms

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High in the Limassol hills, a local family stands by the time-honored traditions of Cypriot cheesemaking.
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The art of free-range flaouna cheese

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