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571. Edward Guk's pizza revolution at The SeaBlings

Edward Guk, a 24-year-old culinary sensation with roots in Russia and training from the esteemed Le Cordon Bleu London, has been causing quite a stir with his pizza creations at The SeaBlings in Limassol....

572. The CIA's secret plans for Cyprus

The CIA was drafting scenarios for the geographic separation of Greeks and Turks in Cyprus as early as 1964. These plans, ranging from relocating Turkish Cypriots to Turkey to exchanges of populations and territories with Greece...

573. European elections add twist to Cyprus polls

On June 9, Cyprus goes to the polls in the most complicated elections in its history as the European elections and the local government elections are held in parallel, following the reform passed by the Parliament....

574. Workplace harassment hits 1 in 3, EU report finds

A third of sexual harassment occurs in the workplace, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides said at an event organised by Cyprus Workers......

575. From resort to restricted: Varosha's story unveiled

A new documentary titled ''Varosha European Fenced-off City'' is shedding light on the enduring plight of Varosha, a once-thriving Mediterranean resort turned military zone, forbidden to European citizens for the past five decades....

576. Netflix vs. the World: Unraveling the future of streaming wars

In the rapidly evolving landscape of streaming services, industry titans are facing a pivotal moment as they navigate through a period of consolidation and uncertainty. ...

577. Alphamega Hypermarkets and Bean Bar reward employees with pay rises

C.A. Papaellinas Emporiki Ltd granted its annual pay rises of more than €4.5m ...

578. EU Parliament votes for clearer labels on breakfast foods

In a move aimed at empowering consumers and promoting healthier choices, the European Parliament has greenlit updated regulations governing breakfast staples such as honey, fruit juice, jam, and marmalades....

579. Turkey blocks exports to Israel amid Gaza conflict

Turkey announced it's blocking exports of 54 different product categories to Israel until a ceasefire is declared in Gaza. This move comes as a response to Israel's military operations in Gaza....

580. Hellenic Bank's pursuit of CNP Cyprus uncovers uncertainties

The exclusive negotiations between Hellenic Bank and CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings, a subsidiary of the French insurance powerhouse CNP Assurances, have captured attention for their high stakes and strategic importance....

581. Businesses turn to banks amid funding crunch

In 2023, businesses encountered a tough road ahead when it came to securing loans, as costs continued to climb....

582. Spain to end ''golden visa'' scheme for real estate investment

Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, announced the discontinuation of the ''golden visa'' scheme, which grants residency rights to foreigners investing in real estate....

583. Kyriakos Kouros assumes role as Cyprus' High Commissioner to the UK

Ambassador Andreas Kakouris has assumed his duties as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' new Permanent Secretary....

584. Deloitte reveals steady surge in Cyprus real estate transactions

Deloitte issued the Cyprus Real Estate Review, which presents an in-depth analysis of the real estate market in 2023....

585. Thanos Hotels' bold move into Greek hospitality

With over 50 years of experience in the hospitality industry and a track record of highly successful operations in three ultra-luxurious hotels in Cyprus......

586. Cyprus President returns from Lebanon with promises fulfilled

President Nikos Christodoulides' whirlwind journey to Beirut has drawn to a close, yet the true test of its impact lies on the horizon, amidst the waves. ...

587. Cyprus-Greece ferry service resumes for third year

The Cyprus-Greece maritime passenger connection is set to resume for the third consecutive year, subsidized by the state following approval from the European Commission, ...

588. Cyprus faces migration crisis amid infrastructure strain

Cyprus is facing a mounting migration crisis as data obtained by K on Thursday reveals a surge in illegal immigrant arrivals, straining the government's resources and raising concerns about a humanitarian emergency....

589. Patsalides steps up as Central Bank Governor

President Nikos Christodoulides, exercising his constitutional powers, has decided to appoint Dr. Christodoulos Patsalides as the Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus....

590. Retail turnover surges by 5.8% in February 2024

The Turnover Value Index of Retail Trade for February 2024 surged by 5.8% compared to the same period the previous year, according to data released by the Statistical Service of Cyprus. ...

591. Olive oil jumps 61.7% in March 2024 compared to last year

In March 2024, the price of olive oil surged by 61.7% compared to the same period in 2023, as reported by the Cyprus Consumers Association....

592. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

593. Chevron's new proposal for ''Aphrodite''

March 31 marked the end of the three-month deadline given by Nicosia to the US company Chevron, a key partner in the joint venture for the development of Block 12 ...

594. 2,540 Ukrainian refugees denied protection

About 2,540 Ukrainian refugees have been suspended from temporary protection in the Netherlands since March 4, 2024. They are now forced to seek safety in the country or leave. ...

595. Home prices show mixed trends in latest quarter

In the latest findings released by the Statistical Service, the House Price Index (HPI) has shown a mixed pattern in the fourth quarter of 2023....

596. €26,340 in bounced checks in March

In March 2024, a total of 15 bad cheques, amounting to €26,340, were issued, with 6 individuals (5 legal entities and 1 natural person) being listed in the preliminary registry of the Central Information Register (CIR) for dishonoured cheques. ...

597. Authorities stumped on declared cash

The question of the whereabouts of over 90 million euros in cash allegedly spent by travelers arriving in Cyprus through Larnaca and Paphos airports in the last 15 months remains unanswered by competent state authorities....

598. Fortifying digital banks and battling cyber threats

The period we are going through raises serious concerns about the security of critical digital infrastructures. Among these, the most significant are those of banks, and in this direction...

599. Finance Minister extends rent program to assist more homeowners

The Cabinet has approved an expansion of beneficiaries for the Rent Relief Program against Installments, announced Finance Minister Makis Keravnos after the body's session. ...

600. Countdown begins for next Cyprus Central Bank Governor

As the clock ticks towards the end of Mr. Konstantinos Herodotou's tenure on April 11, all eyes are on the impending announcement of his successor by President Nikos Christodoulides. ...