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331. Cyprus a hit with Polish tourists as arrivals reach record high

Cyprus is fast becoming a favorite getaway for Polish travelers, and 2024 has already smashed records. According to Deputy Tourism Minister Costas Koumis, over 337,000 visitors from Poland chose Cyprus as their holiday spot this year, the highest number ever recorded from the country....

332. Bank of Cyprus buys out Ethniki Insurance in €29.5M deal

The Bank of Cyprus is making a bold move to strengthen its footprint in the island’s insurance market, announcing today that it has signed a binding agreement to acquire 100% of Ethniki Cyprus Insurance Ltd....

333. IMF: Cyprus public sector salaries 27% higher than private sector

In a recent report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the gap between salaries in the public and private sectors in Cyprus has been laid bare; public sector wages are 27% higher, with the discrepancy reaching 32% among those with higher education qualifications....

334. U.S. officials in Cyprus for final checks before visa-free travel greenlight

A team of U.S. State Department and Congressional officials arrived in Cyprus on Monday to carry out the final technical checks required for the country’s entry into the coveted U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). ...

335. Rents keep climbing, but house prices aren’t going anywhere

If you’re renting in Cyprus, you’re not imagining it; it really is getting more expensive year after year. New figures from Eurostat confirm that rents on the island jumped by 4.6% in 2024 compared to the previous year, continuing a steady upward trend that’s been going on since 2017....

336. A bright future for Cyprus’ cruise industry

Cyprus’ cruise industry has been impacted by several events of the past few years. The Covid-19 pandemic was a significant setback, bringing operations to a near halt for extended periods. ...

337. Macron paves the way for France to recognize Palestinian state in June

French President Emmanuel Macron has signaled that France may officially recognize a Palestinian state as early as June....

338. Tourists are flocking to Cyprus this Easter: Here's what's driving the surge

Tourism officials are expressing cautious optimism about Cyprus’ 2025 Easter holiday season, with early bookings and rising airport traffic pointing to another strong year for the island’s travel sector....

339. Scientists bring Dire wolf back to life after 12,000 years

For centuries, the dire wolf was relegated to the pages of fantasy novels and the ancient bones of North America....

340. Human Rights Court voices concern over migrant treatment in Cyprus

Cyprus has come under increased scrutiny for its handling of migration, with the Auditor General's recent report shining a light on several serious issues despite efforts to reduce illegal arrivals. ...

341. Four environmental groups accuse Forestry Department of violating Akamas protection terms

Four environmental organizations have jointly accused Cyprus’s Forestry Department of systematically violating legally binding environmental conditions related to the controversial road network upgrade in Akamas National Forest Park....

342. National Guard Chief reports 45% drop in accidents in 2024

The National Guard recorded a 45% decrease in accidents in 2024 compared to the previous year, marking the lowest number of incidents on record, Chief of the National Guard Georgios Tsitsikostas announced Friday....

343. Tiny school with big dreams: Kambos Primary breaks barriers in rural Cyprus

Nestled in the remote mountain village of Kambos, the smallest school in Cyprus is proving that size doesn’t limit ambition....

344. Cyprus sees decline in asylum appeals but spike from high-risk nations

Cyprus recorded a notable 22% decrease in the number of new appeals by asylum seekers in 2024, according to the Legal Service's annual statistical report....

345. Cyprus kicks off 2025 with tourism boom as revenues jump 53% in January

Tourism in Cyprus is off to a flying start in 2025, with January’s revenue soaring to €69.2 million, a 53.1% jump compared to the same month last year, according to the latest figures from the Statistical Service’s Traveler Survey....

346. March Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 27/03/2025

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....

347. Troodos observatory to open in June, bringing Cyprus into the spotlight of astro-tourism

Cyprus is about to take a giant leap into the world of astro-tourism with the much-anticipated Troodos Observatory, set to open in June 2025....

348. Cyprus faces uncertainty as Trump’s tariffs target global trade

In a dramatic move that has sent shockwaves through global trade, US President Donald Trump has imposed hefty tariffs on imports from several key countries, ...

349. Like it or not, Cyprus must investigate migrant pushback claims by 2026

Cyprus will be required to investigate complaints of illegal migrant pushbacks starting in June 2026 under new European legislation, a European Commission spokesperson confirmed. ...

350. Cyprus’ tech boom boosts the economy by €7 Billion

For years, Cyprus’ economy leaned heavily on tourism and professional services, but the rapid rise of technology companies is reshaping the island’s financial landscape....

351. From water woes to bank bets, here are the stories to follow

352. Subsidy for elderly care home accommodation increased more than 65%, from €785 to €1,300

A government subsidy for elderly care home accommodation will increase from €785 to €1,300, according to Christos Diomidous, an official with the Welfare Benefits Management Service at the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare....

353. Cyprus surges ahead amid global economic headwinds

It’s hard to overstate the progress Cyprus has made in recent years. Once overshadowed by economic turmoil, the island has emerged as a standout in the Mediterranean, blending resilience with opportunity....

354. 190,000 unpaid traffic fines as deadline looms on March 31st

With the deadline fast approaching, a staggering 190,000 unpaid traffic fines remain unsettled under Cyprus' photocertification system. Drivers have until Monday, March 31, to pay, or they will face criminal prosecution without further delay, ...

355. Countdown to chaos: Cyprus’ traffic light fiasco

The government has been given an ultimatum: install countdown timers at traffic lights equipped with cameras within six months—or shut down the traffic camera system entirely. ...

356. Ministries of Labor and Health outline efforts in the National Strategy for autism

The Ministries of Labor and Health have outlined their efforts toward implementing the National Strategy and Action Plan for Autism (2024-2028) in a recent response to AKEL MP George Koukoumas....

357. Grate news: Cyprus sets firm limits on blended halloumi

The Cyprus Dairy Producers’ Association has welcomed a new government decree that sets limits on the amount of blended halloumi cheese allowed in production....

358. Suspended ex-Commissioner still paid thousands while awaiting trial

By next June, former Volunteer Commissioner Giannakis Giannakis will have received a staggering €76,800 from the state—despite being suspended for allegedly forging his diploma and altering his final high school grades....

359. Teenager fights for life on ventilator after meningitis diagnosis

A 17-year-old student is in serious condition in the Intensive Care Unit at Nicosia General Hospital after being diagnosed with meningitis....

360. Hunters’ protest shakes Cyprus politics

The government is facing backlash over its handling of Sunday’s disruptive hunters’ protest, which saw major roads blocked and sparked widespread anger. ...