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Cyprus unveils first national plan for blood donation and transfusion services

Cyprus is preparing to launch its first National Blood Strategy, a five-year plan designed to strengthen the country's blood system and ensure a reliable supply of safe, high-quality blood for patients....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Melios Pet Centre alleges Government officials’ conduct led to deaths of legally imported animals

Melios Pet Centre Ltd has filed a formal complaint alleging a long pattern of misconduct by several government departments and officials, including actions that the company says caused significant financial losses and the death of imported animals....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus recycling idea turns used cooking oil into European award finalist

Most people in Cyprus have the same problem every Sunday after a big fry-up: What on earth do you do with the used cooking oil?...

10/06/2026 | NEWS

SPL x CIM: Future Leaders Programme

SPL Audit (Cyprus) Ltd, in collaboration with CIM Cyprus Business School, announces the launch of the SPL x CIM: Future Leaders Programme, a new initiative supporting high-potential students through scholarship opportunities and structured career pathways....

10/06/2026 | BUSINESS

Christodoulides heads to Barcelona for Sagrada Familia inauguration

President Nikos Christodoulides is traveling to Barcelona on Wednesday for a high-profile cultural and diplomatic visit that mixes religion, art, and European politics all in one trip....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Four children of Larnaca terror suspect serve in Cyprus' security forces

A suspect arrested in connection with a terrorism-related investigation in Cyprus has four children serving in the Republic’s security forces, according to reports by Phileleftheros....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Fake profits trick Paphos woman in online investment scam

Police in Paphos are investigating a new online investment fraud case after a 66-year-old woman reported losing thousands of euros to a scam that started with what looked like a legitimate investment website....

10/06/2026 | BUSINESS

Hadassah chose Cyprus

On July 1, 2026, Hadassah Medical Center officially opens its doors in Limassol, bringing to Cyprus for the first time the expertise, scientific knowledge and philosophy of one of the world's most recognized academic and medical organizations....

10/06/2026 | BUSINESS

Court rejects Paphos mayor’s appeal to return to office

Paphos Mayor Phedonas Phedonos will remain suspended from his duties after the Administrative Court of Appeal rejected his request to temporarily lift his suspension while his broader legal challenge continues....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus tells Europe: Our banks are stronger than ever

With the aim of improving Cyprus’ image as an international financial center and showcasing the progress made in the banking sector as well as the wider economy, representatives of Cypriot banks traveled to Brussels. ...

10/06/2026 | NEWS

AI-designed universal vaccine tested in humans for first time (video)

Scientists in the UK have tested a new kind of vaccine in people for the first time, and part of it wasn’t designed by humans at all, but by artificial intelligence....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Mortgage-to-Rent scheme gets 180 new applications, but is it picking up?

The ''Rent Instead of Installment'' scheme, also known as ''Mortgage to Rent,'' has reopened, allowing more borrowers to apply....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Four, including two businessmen, arrested in Larnaca and Nicosia for extortion, fraud

Four people have been arrested in Cyprus as police investigate what they describe as a wide-ranging case involving alleged organized crime, extortion, fraud and weapons offenses spanning several years....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

11 arrested as police step up overnight raids and traffic checks across urban areas

Police arrested 11 people overnight across urban areas in a series of coordinated operations targeting crime, traffic violations and public disorder....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Deutsche Bank sees Greek banks as takeover targets, with Bank of Cyprus in view

Greek banks are attractive targets for mergers and acquisitions, according to Deutsche Bank, with Eurobank and Piraeus Bank standing out in particular. The bank also suggests that Bank of Cyprus could be a potential target for National Bank of Greece....

10/06/2026 | BUSINESS

ECB set for two rate hikes this year, what it means for Cypriots

The war in Iran may be happening hundreds of kilometers away, but for many people in Cyprus, its effects could soon be felt much closer to home, in their electricity bills, supermarket receipts, and even their mortgage payments....

10/06/2026 | BUSINESS

Wednesday forecast: Summer's settled into a familiar rhythm

If Cyprus weather had a summer routine, it would look a lot like this: sunshine takes centre stage, the mountains get a little dramatic in the afternoon, and everyone pretends they're surprised when a thunderstorm suddenly appears....

10/06/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus court orders confiscation of Jho Low’s €6 million Ayia Napa villa

A Cyprus court has ordered the confiscation of a luxury villa in Ayia Napa linked to fugitive financier Jho Low, marking the first time authorities have secured the seizure of assets in a domestic case without obtaining a criminal conviction....

09/06/2026 | NEWS

Man loses €90,000 in fake online car sale

Police in Limassol are investigating an online fraud case after a 59-year-old man was allegedly deceived into transferring €90,000 for a vehicle that never existed....

09/06/2026 | NEWS

23-year-old undergoes surgery after stabbing in Limassol

Police are investigating a violent incident in the Kato Polemidia area of Limassol after a 23-year-old man was found with a serious abdominal injury on Tuesday afternoon....

09/06/2026 | NEWS

EU unveils 21st round of sanctions against Russia

The European Commission has proposed a new package of sanctions targeting Russia, expanding restrictions across energy, finance, trade and fisheries. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the measures on Tuesday, describing them as part of the EU's continued response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine....

09/06/2026 | NEWS

Suspected meat smuggling from government-controlled areas to occupied north

Authorities in the occupied north intercepted a vehicle carrying nearly two tonnes of meat and detained the driver as part of an investigation into the shipment....

09/06/2026 | NEWS

From the Success of Limassol Del Mar to the Legendary Collaboration

For over 6 decades, the Leptos Group has played a defining role in shaping the modern image and international positioning of Cyprus through pioneering developments, long-term investments, and a vision centered around extroversion, innovation, quality, and global standards across multiple sectors. Through Real estate development, Ηospitality, Εducation and Ηealthcare,the Leptos Group continues to strengthen Cyprus’ competitiveness and presence in international markets....

09/06/2026 | BUSINESS

Pippi Longstocking and the Moomins in Cyprus? Yes, and the kids absolutely loved it

I’ll be honest, when I first heard about this, I didn’t think many kids in Cyprus would even know who Pippi Longstocking or the Moomins were....

09/06/2026 | LIFE

Bank of Cyprus named the Best Bank in Cyprus in Global Finance’s World’s Best Banks Awards 2026

Global Finance, one of the leading international publications focused on banking and finance, has named Bank of Cyprus the Best Bank in Cyprus in its World’s Best Banks Awards 2026....

09/06/2026 | BUSINESS

Man wanted after nearly €10 million worth of jewelry allegedly vanishes

Police in Limassol are searching for a 54-year-old man after a jewelry businessman reported that luxury items worth almost €10 million had allegedly disappeared....

09/06/2026 | NEWS

New affordable homes rise, but residents raise concerns over nearby pylons

For many young couples in Cyprus, owning a home can feel increasingly out of reach. Rising property prices, high rents and limited housing options have turned what was once considered a basic life milestone into a growing challenge....

09/06/2026 | NEWS

Chinese film week lights up Cyprus with cinema and culture

Nicosia is about to get a taste of Chinese cinema, and not just a quiet screening or two, but a full-on Chinese Film Week in Cyprus, complete with red carpets, cultural exchanges, and a packed lineup of films running across the island....

09/06/2026 | LIFE

Cyprus and Europe's unfinished question

Jean-Claude Juncker has with Cyprus what he himself describes as “a long-standing friendship.” A relationship that dates back to the earliest days of European enlargement and led him to follow the Cypriot question for more than a quarter of a century,...

09/06/2026 | OPINION

Major cocaine and weapons haul uncovered in Larnaca home raid (images)

A routine court-approved search at a home in Larnaca quickly escalated into a major drug and weapons investigation after authorities say they uncovered more than 3 kilograms of cocaine, a shotgun, cash and a stockpile of fireworks....

09/06/2026 | NEWS

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