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1. Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa welcomes the summer season with a fully open lifestyle destination experience

Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, is delighted to announce the official launch of the summer season, unveiling a fully operational destination where luxury, gastronomy, wellness, and lifestyle come together in perfect harmony....

2. Ceasefire declared as Trump claims ‘complete victory’ in Iran war

A fragile pause in the Iran war has been declared after 40 days of escalating conflict, with former US president Donald Trump announcing a two-week ceasefire and calling it a “complete victory,” even as violence continues across the region....

3. Why long-haul travel from Cyprus is suddenly more complicated...and more expensive

For years, flying from Cyprus to Asia or Australia often meant one relatively affordable connection through the Gulf. That era may be ending, at least for now....

4. An Easter to Remember at Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol

This Easter, Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Limassol, invites you to relax, reconnect with your loved ones, and experience a celebration where every moment feels truly special....

5. Oil prices bounce back in Asia amid Middle East tensions

Oil prices rebounded in early Asian trading Tuesday, reversing some of yesterday’s losses as ongoing Middle East tensions and supply concerns outweighed the impact of strategic reserve releases....

6. Shipping costs surge as Iran war sparks new global price shock

The war in Iran and the broader geopolitical turmoil it has triggered are fueling a new and sharp surge in global shipping costs. ...

7. Russia weighs redirecting gas away from Europe while Iran conflict pushes energy prices higher

Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated that Moscow could suspend natural gas deliveries to Europe if current market conditions persist, as global energy prices climb amid intensifying tensions involving Iran....

8. EU draws red line against upgrade of breakaway north

The European Union has delivered a clear political message backing Nicosia: any attempt to upgrade or recognize the breakaway north will be met with firm resistance....

9. AI factory, Schengen push and gas deal with Israel: Christodoulides unveils 55-point plan in State of the Union address

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday evening presented the government’s Official Planning for 2026, described as the “State of the Union 2026”, from the Presidential Palace, outlining more than 55 initiatives across all sectors....

10. Flamingos hold ''weather meeting'' in Larnaca (see the photos)

Pink flashes are back in Larnaca’s salt lake, and yes, the flamingos have returned for their annual winter getaway, proving that sometimes, a little cold weather is no reason to cancel plans....

11. Halloumi overtakes pharmaceuticals to become Cyprus’ second-biggest export

Cyprus’ most famous cheese is no longer just a national treasure, it’s becoming an export powerhouse. New data show halloumi soaring past pharmaceutical products in the first half of 2025, cementing its place as the country’s second-largest export after fossil fuels and oils....

12. Cyprus and Malta lead Europe in issuing residence permits to migrant children

In 2024, the European Union issued a total of 540,445 first-time residence permits to non-EU minors under the age of 18, according to Eurostat data....

13. October Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 31/10/2025

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....

14. Trump backs Democrat Cuomo over Muslim candidate in NYC Mayoral race

Election Day in New York City has turned into a political spectacle with implications far beyond the five boroughs — and the biggest surprise might just be Donald Trump himself....

15. Iceland gets its first mosquitoes, thanks to global warming

For the first time in history, mosquitoes have been spotted in Iceland, a milestone scientists are linking directly to rapid global warming. Until now, Iceland and Antarctica were the only places on Earth without mosquitoes....

16. Cyprus ranks 14th in global passport power index

The Cypriot passport now ranks 14th in the world, according to the latest Henley Passport Index. The ranking measures the number of destinations a passport holder can access visa-free or with visa-on-arrival....

17. Is India a 'tariff king'? Not really

There is a widespread but fallacious perception that India's tariffs are inordinately high. There are subjective factors when it comes to a country like livability, public courtesy, or even how foreigners are welcomed....

18. Cyprus is becoming a hub for foreign university students

Cyprus is one of the European Union nations attracting the highest proportion of international students in higher education, Eurostat reported....

19. UK trade envoy faces calls to quit over visit to occupied Cyprus

Afzal Khan, a Labour MP and Britain’s special trade envoy to Turkey, is under mounting pressure to resign after a controversial trip to the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus. ...

20. Cyprus’ strong performance at FIDE World Schools Team Chess Championship

From 2-7 August 2025, Cyprus’s school team, representing The Grammar School, Limassol, competed at the FIDE World Schools Team Chess Championship, hosted at Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Virginia....

21. July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 18/07/2025

22. June Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 27/06/2025

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....

23. High temperatures

It’s around ten in the morning and there’s not a trace of shade anywhere. The sun is scalding, striking the concrete hard and bouncing back with even greater fury. I regret not bringing my straw hat....

24. BREAKING: Air India flight to London crashes after takeoff, 242 feared dead

Tragedy struck India early Wednesday when an Air India flight bound for London Gatwick crashed just minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport, with 242 people on board....

25. What’s behind Narendra Modi’s visit to Cyprus?

Government officials consider the upcoming official visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Cyprus this Sunday to be of particular importance for both geopolitical reasons and bilateral relations between the two countries....

26. May Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 23/05/2025

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....

27. Timur Turlov at New York Eastern Mediterranean Business Summit: ''Cyprus is our European gateway to global markets''

Freedom Holding Corp. is driven by a mission to build bridges between regions and make global markets more accessible — an ambition powered by innovation and modern technologies, including artificial intelligence. ...

28. Freedom Holding Corp. Reaches $10 Billion Valuation on Record Share Price

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC), the parent company of Freedom24, reached an important milestone as its market capitalization surpassed $10 billion on Wednesday, May 14. ...

29. Cyprus meets Cambodia: A bridge to bold business ventures

For Cypriot entrepreneurs and companies, this is more than a passing opportunity; it’s a golden ticket into a vibrant, fast-growing market of over 600 million people....

30. 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....