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61. VAT challenges for Electronic Money Institutions

In the digital age, Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs) have become an integral part of the financial ecosystem, offering a range of services that facilitate digital transactions....

62. 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. ...

63. 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....

64. 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. ...

65. Faith, fire, and flaounes as Cyprus comes together for Pascha

Orthodox Easter, the highlight of the liturgical year for the Greek Orthodox world, holds an even greater significance in Cyprus than in neighboring Greece....

66. Cyprus moves forward with ambitious plan to revamp waste management

The Ministry of Agriculture announced plans to move forward with developing a comprehensive network of municipal waste management facilities, including upgrades to the Pentakomo and Kosi Environmental Management Units....

67. Cypriots struggle to keep up as food and energy prices climb

As prices continue to rise at the supermarket and electricity bills put pressure on family budgets, more people in Cyprus are finding it harder to make ends meet....

68. Coffee up, veggies down: March prices shift across Cyprus

Shoppers in Cyprus may have noticed some familiar staples getting pricier last month, with Cypriot coffee and frozen burgers topping the list of products with the biggest price jumps in March....

69. 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....

70. From summer hotspot to all-year hub

Cyprus has big dreams, and according to Christos Angelides, General Manager of the Pancyprian Hotel Association (PASYXE), it’s going to take grit, vision, and a lot of teamwork to turn the island into a top-tier, all-year-round destination. But the potential? It’s definitely there....

71. Farewell, Makareio: Nicosia’s historic stadium to transform into modern sports hub

The historic Makareio Stadium in Nicosia is officially shutting its doors, but not without a plan. According to the president of the Cyprus Sports Organisation (KOA), Yiannis Ioannou, the stadium will be transformed into a state-of-the-art sports complex designed for the future....

72. 51 families found a “home” for 648 nights at the Ronald McDonald House® with the support of COSMOS Insurance

As part of its unwavering commitment to meaningful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), COSMOS Insurance has been actively supporting the work of Ronald McDonald House Charities® Cyprus since 2022 by adopting Family Room No. 5 at the Nicosia House....

73. 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....

74. Trump’s tariffs aren’t the real threat, Cyprus needs a wake-up call

The first reaction in Cyprus to Trump’s tariffs was the worry that halloumi, salt, and olive oil would become more expensive....

75. Prison or mini-market?

A prison cell in Nicosia turned into a makeshift shop, complete with croissants, cigarettes, coffee, and prepaid phone cards, has landed a chief warden, an inmate, and the inmate’s wife in serious legal trouble....

76. System failure or failure of its operators?

The recent, catastrophic failure of the Ministry of Social Welfare and the Social Welfare Services to provide necessary protection to five children is yet another example of a systemic issue, ...

77. 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....

78. Mortgage rates dip in Cyprus, but we're still paying more than the rest of Europe

Mortgage interest rates in Cyprus dipped slightly in February, offering some relief to prospective homeowners, but don't pop the champagne just yet. Despite the modest cuts, borrowing in Cyprus remains noticeably more expensive than in the rest of the Eurozone....

79. ''Smart'' bus stops marred by vandalism and installation blunders

Controversy continues to plague the rollout of Cyprus’s new “smart” bus stops, as reports of sluggish installation are now joined by incidents of vandalism and public mockery....

80. ''They’re kissing my ass'': Trump boasts about trade talks (video)

In true Donald Trump fashion, the former U.S. President lit a firestorm overnight, not with policy, but with his words....

81. First dam at risk of drying up, and soon

The latest data from the Water Development Department bring Cyprus one step closer to the grim prospect of dry dams, possibly by the end of 2025, according to official estimates....

82. Silicon Valley backed Trump but gets no favor in return

Silicon Valley's top tech titans may have bet big on Donald Trump’s second term, but they’re finding little return on their investment....

83. Former volunteer commissioner’s forged letter of recommendation in court

In the latest chapter of what could rival any courtroom drama, the trial of former Volunteer Commissioner Yiannis Giannakis took an unexpected turn today, with a forgery scandal adding fuel to an already intense legal battle. ...

84. 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. ...

85. Turkey irked by Greece–Cyprus power cable plans near Karpathos

86. Public Works denies bus shelter scandal as Auditor General probes €61M project

The Department of Public Works has firmly denied allegations of a scandal surrounding the ongoing €61.6 million national bus shelter upgrade project, following accusations raised by AKEL MP Kostas Kosta during a heated session of the Parliamentary Transport Committee....

87. Grants up to €35,000 for renovating empty homes – with a catch.

The Ministry of Interior has officially launched the ''Renovate-Rent'' Scheme, opening the door for property owners to receive grants of up to €35,000 to fix up vacant homes — as long as they rent them out affordably....

88. Minthis Resort Ranked 20th Among the Top 100 Golf Resorts in Europe for 2025

Minthis Resort has been recognized as the number one golf destination in Cyprus and ranked 20th among the top golf resorts in Europe for 2025, according to the prestigious Leading Courses ranking. ...

89. Wizz Air Prepares for Its Biggest Summer Season Yet in Cyprus with a New Destination!

Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline, is gearing up for its largest-ever summer season in Cyprus, offering more destinations, increased capacity, and unparalleled travel opportunities for Cypriot passengers....

90. Time’s up! Parliament rejects President’s push to scrap traffic light timers

Cypriot MPs on Thursday pushed back against President Nikos Christodoulides’ attempt to scrap a recently passed law that would have made countdown timers mandatory at traffic lights....