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26 June, 2025
 

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Search continues for missing tourist in Chrysochous Bay

Search continues for missing tourist in Chrysochous Bay

Authorities continue their extensive search for 35-year-old Polish tourist Piotr Mentel, who has been missing since Tuesday, April 22, 2025....

FDA to phase out artificial food dyes, approve natural alternatives

FDA to phase out artificial food dyes, approve natural alternatives

In a sweeping move to address growing concerns over synthetic food additives, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday it will phase out petroleum-based food dyes from the national food supply by the end of 2026. ...

New Toyota platform launches for Takata airbag replacements

New Toyota platform launches for Takata airbag replacements

Toyota has launched a new platform to help drivers book appointments to replace defective Takata airbags in vehicles imported from non-EU countries....

Cypriots losing faith in politics, but not in police

Cypriots losing faith in politics, but not in police

Cypriots have made one thing loud and clear: when it comes to politics, their trust is running on empty....

Erdogan to visit occupied Cyprus amid headscarf backlash

Erdogan to visit occupied Cyprus amid headscarf backlash

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he’ll soon visit the occupied north of Cyprus, following a wave of backlash over reported restrictions on the headscarf in the so-called Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), which only Turkey recognizes....

6.2 magnitude quake shakes Istanbul

6.2 magnitude quake shakes Istanbul

Istanbul was rocked by a powerful earthquake on Tuesday afternoon, shaking buildings and nerves across Turkey’s largest city. The 6.2 magnitude tremor struck just before 1pm local time and was felt across several provinces, triggering panic but—thankfully—no major damage or injuries so far....

Shell Cyprus takes you to Monza to feel the pulse of Formula 1 in person!

Shell Cyprus takes you to Monza to feel the pulse of Formula 1 in person!

oral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) is giving three lucky winners the chance to win a unique trip to Monza, Italy, to experience the thrill of the Formula 1 Grand Prix and get up close and personal with the legendary Scuderia Ferrari team!...

Human remains found after rare shark attack off Israeli coast

Human remains found after rare shark attack off Israeli coast

What started as a mysterious disappearance in the waters off Hadera has now taken a tragic turn. ...

Lost in translation? Larnaca parking sign charged English speakers triple the fine

Lost in translation? Larnaca parking sign charged English speakers triple the fine

In what might be the most expensive translation error in town, a parking sign outside the Larnaca Municipal Market had English-speaking drivers sweating over a €25 fine, while Greek readers strolled off with a warning of just €8....

''He was one of us”: Cyprus mourns Pope Francis

''He was one of us”: Cyprus mourns Pope Francis

From the moment he stepped onto the global stage, Pope Francis stood out, not just as the first Jesuit pope or the first from Latin America, but as a man who truly lived what he preached. ...

Cyprus restarts gas project with European aid and floating giant Prometheus

Cyprus restarts gas project with European aid and floating giant Prometheus

Cyprus is gearing up to revive its biggest energy project, the long-delayed natural gas terminal at Vasilikos, after a rocky period following the exit of a Chinese consortium that had taken the lead. ...

From Silicon Valley to Cyprus, tech titans eye the island for their next big move

From Silicon Valley to Cyprus, tech titans eye the island for their next big move

Cyprus is making bold moves on the global investment stage, with recent diplomatic and business outreach campaigns targeting major players in the U.S. and India. ...

Paphos: Missing tourist's boat found, search continues for man

Paphos: Missing tourist's boat found, search continues for man

The boat of a man who went missing in the waters of Chrysochou Bay has been located, though he remains unaccounted for....

A tourist is missing in the sea off Paphos

A tourist is missing in the sea off Paphos

The Cyprus Joint Rescue Coordination Center (JRCC) and the Port Police were mobilized after information that a person is missing in a maritime area of Paphos....

Foreign-owned hair salons draw scrutiny over operating hours, lack of oversight

Foreign-owned hair salons draw scrutiny over operating hours, lack of oversight

The Pancyprian Federation of Hairdressers and Barbers is raising concerns about what it describes as unfair competition from hair salons and barbershops operated by foreign nationals....

What’s the deal with the weather this week?!

What’s the deal with the weather this week?!

Ah, Wednesday evening! Okay, so here’s the deal: it’s already 33°C today, right?...

Media Ethics Committee issues warning to Turkish News Agency for mistranslation of ‘Invaders’ to ‘Turks'

Media Ethics Committee issues warning to Turkish News Agency for mistranslation of ‘Invaders’ to ‘Turks'

Turkish Cypriot opposition leader Tufan Erhurman on Sunday condemned Archbishop Georgios’ Easter message as “provocative” and “divisive,” accusing the Church of Cyprus of overstepping its bounds and complicating efforts toward reunification....

Israel’s silence on Pope Francis’ death raises eyebrows

Israel’s silence on Pope Francis’ death raises eyebrows

As condolence messages for Pope Francis poured in from world leaders, many noticed something missing, almost complete silence from Israel’s top officials....

Cyprus’ economy set to slow down, says IMF

Cyprus’ economy set to slow down, says IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its expectations for how much Cyprus's economy will grow over the next two years....

More viper sightings in the Cyprus countryside (video)

More viper sightings in the Cyprus countryside (video)

If you’re heading out for a springtime walk along Cyprus' country roads or trails, keep your eyes peeled, and your cool. A recent spike in viper sightings has prompted fresh warnings from experts, especially as more people take to nature during the warmer months....

Shark attack off Israel's Mediterranean coast

Shark attack off Israel's Mediterranean coast

In a rare and chilling incident off Israel’s Mediterranean coast, authorities are searching for a swimmer believed to have been bitten by a shark near Olga Beach, just north of Hadera....

Tourism win, housing headache as Airbnbs boom in Cyprus

Tourism win, housing headache as Airbnbs boom in Cyprus

With over 12,000 short-term rentals currently in operation (and counting), Cyprus has become a hotspot for travelers seeking more flexible and often cheaper accommodation than traditional hotels. ...

German teen backpackers deported from Hawaii over hotel mix-up

German teen backpackers deported from Hawaii over hotel mix-up

What was meant to be a sun-soaked five-week stopover in Hawaii turned into a harrowing ordeal for two German teenagers, who were arrested, detained, and ultimately deported—because they didn’t have a hotel booking....

Speed cameras near roundabouts: Safety measure or trap?

Speed cameras near roundabouts: Safety measure or trap?

In what’s becoming a classic Cyprus traffic debate, speed radars popping up near roundabouts have sparked new controversy. Are they strategically placed for safety, or sneakily set up to catch unsuspecting drivers?...

April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 09/04/2025

April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 09/04/2025

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....

Another glitch in the system: Nicosia speed cameras just for show since 2022

Another glitch in the system: Nicosia speed cameras just for show since 2022

In what can only be described as yet another comically predictable twist in Cyprus’ long-running traffic camera saga, it turns out that two speed cameras on Griva Digeni Avenue in Nicosia have been completely out of service since October 2022....

Pope Francis’ funeral set for Saturday, Trump to attend, tributes pour in

Pope Francis’ funeral set for Saturday, Trump to attend, tributes pour in

The funeral of Pope Francis is expected to be held this Saturday, according to the latest information from Vatican sources. Among the world leaders set to attend the ceremony is U.S. President Donald Trump, who confirmed his presence in a post on Truth Social....

Why the U.S.-China trade war matters to Cyprus and Europe

Why the U.S.-China trade war matters to Cyprus and Europe

As the United States sharpens its rhetoric against China’s trade practices, reviving a tariff-heavy policy rooted in the Trump years, global markets are once again bracing for impact. ...

From Easter vibes to summer skies

From Easter vibes to summer skies

Good morning and happy Tuesday, April 22! Easter may be behind us, but the festive buzz is still in the air, and with the way the weather’s shaping up, we’re already starting to flirt with summer....

Pope Francis dies at 88.  A humble Shepherd leaves his flock.

Pope Francis dies at 88. A humble Shepherd leaves his flock.

On Easter Monday, just a day after Christians around the world celebrated the resurrection of Christ, Pope Francis passed away peacefully in his Vatican residence. He was 88 years old....

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