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1. Scorching 44°C heat grips Cyprus and red alert for fire risk

Cyprus is sweltering under extreme heat once again today, with temperatures expected to climb as high as 44 degrees Celsius inland, according to the latest orange warning issued by the Meteorological Service. The warning remains in effect until 5:00 p.m. Friday....

2. UPDATE: Wildfires rip through mountains, forcing evacuations; Jordan sends aid (VIDEOS)

Ferocious wildfires continue to sweep through the mountainous regions of Limassol and Paphos on Wednesday, scorching homes, cutting power, and prompting mass evacuations across dozens of villages....

3. Big Greek players move in on Cyprus' signature cheese

Cyprus’ beloved halloumi is having a moment, and it’s not just on the grill. The country’s signature cheese is drawing serious attention from international investors, as Greek dairy giants plough hundreds of millions into Cypriot facilities, betting big on the future of the PDO-certified export star....

4. Outdoor heavy work suspended island-wide amid intense heatwave

With Cyprus baking under extreme heat, the government has issued a midday suspension of outdoor work in a bid to protect workers from dangerous conditions....

5. Luxury properties for sale by AstroBank

Luxury homes and other exclusive properties have been listed for sale by AstroBank in Nicosia, Paphos and Larnaca....

6. Five convicted over massive fake marriage scam

Five foreign nationals were found guilty Monday by the Larnaca Criminal Court for their role in an international sham marriage ring that helped dozens of non-EU nationals gain illegal entry and residency in Cyprus....

7. We agreed to keep talking, because that’s what we do

They came, they saw, they departed. They talked, they ate, they left. In the end, everyone was satisfied, just like in the old days when both winners and losers would claim victory after elections....

8. Nine illegal immigrants arrested in Larnaca; Two held on outstanding warrants

Nine people were arrested for illegal stay during a coordinated police operation in Larnaca Wednesday morning. ...

9. Explosion damages 75-year-old man’s car in Larnaca

An explosive device detonated early Friday, causing extensive damage to a 75-year-old man’s car parked outside his home in the Kamares area of Larnaca, authorities said....

10. Ready to drive? Be ready to wait

Aspiring drivers in Cyprus are facing extensive delays in obtaining their licenses, with waiting times stretching to over a year in some districts, according to the head of the Pancyprian Federation of Driving School Owners (POIEO)....

11. Police seize knives, bat, brass knuckles in Larnaca

Five individuals were arrested in Larnaca during a coordinated police operation targeting crime and public safety, authorities said Thursday....

12. Turkish airline to launch London–Tymbou route via Istanbul on July 26

A Turkish airline is preparing to launch a new flight route that will connect London to the occupied north of Cyprus via Istanbul’s secondary airport, raising both eyebrows and questions on the island....

13. BidX1 to hold major property auction on 30th July, featuring homes from €60k and online bidding access

BidX1, the property auction platform, has announced that it will hold a large auction on Wednesday 30th July, offering homebuyers, investors, and developers an exciting opportunity to secure real estate in Cyprus before the summer slow-down....

14. Nursery shut down after infant injury, licensing violations

The police are investigating whether the scratches found on an infant’s face and a bite mark on its back may be the result of abuse or if the baby was bitten by another child....

15. Welcome to Larnaca International, please queue responsibly

If your summer holiday didn’t quite deliver the thrill of an adventure, Larnaca Airport on Friday, July 11, made sure your return trip did....

16. Two shootings, two towns as Cyprus grapples with rising gun violence

A 78-year-old man has confessed to killing Aristidis Siamtanis, 73, whose body was found dumped in a roadside ditch in Paphos on Sunday morning....

17. Larnaca installs secure lockboxes at Mackenzie Beach

The Municipality of Larnaca has installed 100 lockboxes at Mackenzie Beach in a bid to enhance visitor safety and improve beach infrastructure, officials announced this week....

18. Increased police patrols across Cyprus lead to arrests and citations

Police ramped up patrols across Cyprus overnight, with coordinated operations reported in all districts, authorities said Saturday....

19. Anti-riot patrols deployed to Finikoudes following recent public safety concerns

President Nikos Christodoulides announced Friday that anti-riot police from the Special Anti-Terrorist Squad (MMAD) will begin patrolling the popular Finikoudes promenade as of 8 p.m., following a surge in reports of assaults and hooliganism in the area....

20. Nicosia, the neglected relative

Nicosia has structural issues. Where other cities have the sea, Nicosia has the Green Line. By its very nature, its development, and even the daily relief of its traffic, does not unfold in any smooth or natural way....

21. Israeli developers to launch €40m high-rise project in Larnaca

An Israeli real estate partnership is set to break ground on a €40 million high-rise residential and tourism project along the Larnaca seafront, according to a joint announcement made this week....

22. Wizz Air is back in Israel - Flights to Tel Aviv take off on 8 August

23. EAC expands smart meter installation across Cyprus

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) announced that beginning Wednesday, July 9, it will continue its large-scale rollout of smart electricity meters across several regions of the island, a move aimed at modernizing the country’s power grid....

24. Agricultural plots for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale large agricultural plots in Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, and Larnaca that are ideal as investments....

25. Wildfire destroys historic olive grove in Galataria-Pentalia area

A devastating wildfire reduced a centuries-old olive grove to ashes Monday in the area between Galataria and Pentalia, prompting sharp condemnation from forestry officials and showcasing the growing wildfire risk across Cyprus....

26. Tourism revenue soars, but Cyprus still serves up too much ''junk'' on the plate

According to the latest Traveller Survey, Cyprus brought in €304.2 million in tourism revenue this April, marking a 39.9% increase compared to April 2024, when revenue stood at €217.4 million....

27. New Larnaca ER to open July 25 amid staff shortages and safety concerns

In the ongoing crisis surrounding Cyprus’ overstretched emergency services, officials have announced that the much-delayed new Accident and Emergency Department (A&E) at Larnaca General Hospital will be handed over on July 25, but many are skeptical....

28. 11 hotel groups go private on water with €3M state-backed desalination plan

Cyprus’ hotel industry is making a splash, literally. In response to mounting water concerns, 11 major hotel groups across Limassol, Larnaca, and Paphos have filed official applications to install small private desalination units on their premises....

29. ECHR rules Cyprus mishandled rape allegation, citing discrimination and procedural failures

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled that Cypriot authorities violated the rights of a woman who alleged she was raped in 2011, finding the state failed to properly investigate and prosecute her claims and applied sexist stereotypes during the process....

30. Hilti opens new flagship store in Larnaca

CTC Automotive has opened a new innovative Hilti tools store in Larnaca....