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Freedom24 makes waves in thrilling winter regatta finale

Freedom24 makes waves in thrilling winter regatta finale

On the 27th of April in Limassol Marina the final stage of the Fareast 28R Cyprus Winter Grand Prix regatta came to an end. The fastest team was the Estonian Clean Energy team led by former European and World Champion Mati Sepp....

Desalination units loaded up and headed to Cyprus

Desalination units loaded up and headed to Cyprus

In a timely boost to Cyprus’s water woes, the United Arab Emirates has begun shipping 15 mobile desalination units to the island, after a swift deal struck between the two countries....

 Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale a penthouse in Strovolos, as well as other residential properties in Nicosia, Larnaca, Paphos, and Famagusta....

''If we keep going like this, no one will have a better life in Europe,'' Finnish minister

''If we keep going like this, no one will have a better life in Europe,'' Finnish minister

Finland’s Interior Minister Marie Radanen didn’t mince words when speaking about Europe’s migration challenges, warning that the current path could lead to a breakdown of the very future so many seek here....

US Ambassador to Cyprus gets powerful Ukraine role, and that’s good news for Cyprus

US Ambassador to Cyprus gets powerful Ukraine role, and that’s good news for Cyprus

In a move that shows just how much trust Washington has in her, US Ambassador to Cyprus Julie Davis has just been handed a second, extremely high-stakes job: America’s top diplomat in war-torn Ukraine....

Wait...it’s Friday? The weather's just as confused as we are

Wait...it’s Friday? The weather's just as confused as we are

Good Sunday, everyone...wait, no… Monday? Actually, it’s Friday. If you're still disoriented from Thursday’s midweek holiday and feeling like you’ve time-travelled into next week, rest assured: Cyprus is right there with you. ...

Major fires in Israel prompt request for help from Cyprus (VIDEOS)

Major fires in Israel prompt request for help from Cyprus (VIDEOS)

Wildfires have been sweeping through the western parts of Jerusalem, rekindling concerns in areas affected by similar fires last week. ...

Trump is my friend, says Erdogan, as he backs two-state solution for Cyprus

Trump is my friend, says Erdogan, as he backs two-state solution for Cyprus

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated his support for a two-state solution in Cyprus, praised former U.S. President Donald Trump as a close ally, and signaled growing defense and economic cooperation with Italy, during a press briefing on his return flight from Rome....

50% of recyclables in Koshi are landfilled

50% of recyclables in Koshi are landfilled

50% of recyclable products sent to Koshi are being landfilled in the cell at the factory there, while recyclables from Limassol and Paphos, at least in recent months, are being exported abroad for management....

Echinococcus detected in dogs in Kampos, lawmakers warn

Echinococcus detected in dogs in Kampos, lawmakers warn

Lawmakers on Wednesday were briefed on cases of echinococcus detected in dogs in the Kampos Tsakkistras area, prompting warnings for livestock farmers and dog trainers to take extra precautions....

Till fraud do us part: Woman wanted in sham marriage cases extradited to Cyprus

Till fraud do us part: Woman wanted in sham marriage cases extradited to Cyprus

A woman wanted in connection with a series of sham marriages linked to human trafficking was extradited from the United Kingdom to Cyprus early Tuesday, authorities said....

Cyprus plans upgrade to smart traffic lights, impacting photo-enforcement law

Cyprus plans upgrade to smart traffic lights, impacting photo-enforcement law

Proceedings began Wednesday before the Supreme Constitutional Court regarding the President's referral of a law passed by Parliament concerning the use of timers in the photo-enforcement system....

Infant hospitalized with meningitis in serious condition; Fourth case in Cyprus in 2025

Infant hospitalized with meningitis in serious condition; Fourth case in Cyprus in 2025

A 3.5-month-old infant is in serious condition at Makarios Hospital in Nicosia after being diagnosed with meningitis, marking the fourth reported case of the disease in Cyprus since the start of 2025....

Erdogan to inaugurate new government complex in occupied north

Erdogan to inaugurate new government complex in occupied north

A new wave of political theater is unfolding in Cyprus’ occupied north, as Turkey prepares to inaugurate a grandiose complex housing the so-called ''presidency'' and ''parliament'' of the breakaway regime, ...

''A Turkish Ambassador of America in Cyprus'': Anastasiades hits back at ex-U.S. envoy’s claims

''A Turkish Ambassador of America in Cyprus'': Anastasiades hits back at ex-U.S. envoy’s claims

Former President Nicos Anastasiades has hit back at the explosive claims made by former U.S. Ambassador John Koenig, questioning both the timing and motive behind the American diplomat’s scathing comments....

Cyprus gets back on track with three stalled mega projects

Cyprus gets back on track with three stalled mega projects

After months of setbacks and stalled progress, three of Cyprus’ biggest public works projects are getting a fresh start. ...

AI adoption could boost global GDP by an additional 15 percentage points by 2035, as global economy is reshaped: PwC Research

AI adoption could boost global GDP by an additional 15 percentage points by 2035, as global economy is reshaped: PwC Research

New research published today by PwC reveals that AI has the potential to boost global economic output by up to 15 percentage points over the next decade. ...

Transport Ministry to relaunch electric car grants after public backlash

Transport Ministry to relaunch electric car grants after public backlash

The Cypriot government is preparing new grant schemes to support the purchase of electric cars, following criticism over its recent decision to scale back an earlier subsidy program due to low uptake....

Erdogan accuses Europe of sabotaging migrant boats in Aegean and Mediterranean

Erdogan accuses Europe of sabotaging migrant boats in Aegean and Mediterranean

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has leveled serious accusations at European authorities, claiming that some migrant boats were deliberately punctured, resulting in deadly drownings in the Aegean and Mediterranean seas....

European hoteliers take on Booking.com over high commissions

European hoteliers take on Booking.com over high commissions

Hoteliers across Europe are once again taking aim at Booking.com, accusing the popular online platform of exploiting its dominant position in the market....

Delivery driver brutally beaten by fellow countrymen

Delivery driver brutally beaten by fellow countrymen

A 23-year-old food delivery man from India is being treated in hospital after a violent assault on Tuesday night in the Germasogeia area of Limassol....

Whispers of rain, murmurs of dust...the weather forecast

Whispers of rain, murmurs of dust...the weather forecast

Good morning Cyprus, it's Wednesday and Mother Nature’s decided to keep things interesting, not wild, not calm, just... mildly moody....

Cypriot unions to hold bi-communal May Day rally in Nicosia Buffer Zone

Cypriot unions to hold bi-communal May Day rally in Nicosia Buffer Zone

Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot unions will mark May Day with a joint rally Thursday in the United Nations-controlled buffer zone in Nicosia, calling for peace, workers’ rights and renewed efforts toward reunification....

Five arrested in Nicosia after inspections lead to arrests for immigration, labor violations (VIDEO)

Five arrested in Nicosia after inspections lead to arrests for immigration, labor violations (VIDEO)

Police and other authorities carried out coordinated inspections Tuesday in the walled city of Nicosia, targeting shops and small businesses as part of an ongoing effort to improve public safety in the area....

 Systemic neglect: Cyprus forces re-evaluations for lifelong disabilities, stripping vital benefits

Systemic neglect: Cyprus forces re-evaluations for lifelong disabilities, stripping vital benefits

Cyprus’ disability assessment system is under fire for failing to recognize congenital hearing loss as a permanent condition, prompting calls from lawmakers and disability advocates for urgent reforms....

Fake 'local' produce? €35,000 in fines uncover product labeling misconduct in Cyprus

Fake 'local' produce? €35,000 in fines uncover product labeling misconduct in Cyprus

Authorities have issued €35,000 in fines for 74 violations of legislation targeting unfair commercial practices in the agricultural supply chain since the law came into force in 2022, the Ministry of Agriculture announced Monday....

Cypriots eye business opportunities, but fear of failure still looms

Cypriots eye business opportunities, but fear of failure still looms

A growing number of Cypriots believe the island is ripe for starting a business—but fear of failure is still holding many back, according to the National Report on Entrepreneurship in Cyprus 2023/2024, released Tuesday by the Centre for Entrepreneurship at the University of Cyprus....

AI ''time machine'' recreates 1970s Famagusta in stunning detail

AI ''time machine'' recreates 1970s Famagusta in stunning detail

Ever wish you could travel back in time? Thanks to artificial intelligence, you just might get close....

April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 25/04/2025

April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 25/04/2025

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....

George Demosthenous, Maria Panayiotou, Michalis Persianis to speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

George Demosthenous, Maria Panayiotou, Michalis Persianis to speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

This year’s sustainable development conference puts the spotlight on strengthening Cyprus’s national strategy for the Green Transition. The primary goal is to position the country as a model of environmental responsibility and sustainable growth, making a meaningful contribution toward a greener, more resilient future....

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