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1. 2,977 lights bring the Twin Towers back to New York’s skyline (See video)

Twenty-five years after the Twin Towers disappeared from New York’s skyline, they returned Wednesday night, not in steel and glass, but in light....

2. After 4 Sold-Out Events, Majestic Gardens Returns with 18 New Apartments from €50,000

Altamira Real Estate is back after the summer break with one of the most successful real estate events of recent years, inviting the public to a new Open Day & Live Bidding Event at Majestic Gardens in Tersefanou. ...

3. 5,000 Cyprus passengers affected by UK air traffic control failure

Approximately 5,000 passengers travelling to or from Cyprus were affected on Tuesday after a failure in Britain’s air traffic control system caused widespread disruption at airports across the United Kingdom....

4. 14,000 cigarettes found in passenger’s luggage at Larnaca airport

A suitcase packed with 14,000 cigarettes was seized at Larnaca airport shortly before its owner was due to fly to the United Kingdom, the Customs Department said Thursday....

5. Cyprus receives more than 10 times its normal August rainfall

Cyprus experienced an exceptionally wet August, with rainfall across the government-controlled areas reaching more than 10 times the monthly average, preliminary figures from the Department of Meteorology showed on Monday....

6. Car catches fire on highway near Larnaca airport (video)

A car caught fire on the side of the highway near Larnaca airport on Tuesday, sending thick black smoke into the air and slowing traffic in the area....

7. Turkish drones disrupting flight paths near Larnaca and Paphos

As Cyprus’ two community leaders discuss the future of the island, air traffic controllers are warning of a very different kind of tension in the skies: Turkish drones flying close to Larnaca and Paphos airports and along important civilian flight routes....

8. August 14: The date Cyprus cannot forget

For much of the world, Aug. 14 is simply another summer day. In Cyprus, it arrives carrying three different memories, war, a killing witnessed by an entire island, and an aviation disaster that claimed 121 lives....

9. Mystery aircraft over Larnaca identified as Greek and French military planes

Military aircraft seen and heard over the Larnaca district on Thursday were part of scheduled activity and not an unexpected security incident, according to Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas....

10. Cigarette smugglers turn travelers into couriers

What began as a routine check at the Deryneia crossing has deepened suspicions that an organized network is moving untaxed cigarettes from the occupied areas, through the Republic, and onward to Israel....

11. Paphos airport passenger traffic rebounds despite difficult tourism season

Paphos Airport recorded a 7% increase in passenger traffic in July compared with the same month last year, offering one of the clearest signs yet that travel demand is recovering after a difficult start to 2026....

12. Cyprus uses DNA testing to keep a closer watch on its water

Cyprus is one of only a small number of European countries using DNA-based techniques as part of routine water monitoring, according to a new report from the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC)....

13. Cyprus-Greece ferry could disappear after 2027 without state lifeline

For thousands of Cypriots, getting to Greece no longer automatically means squeezing everything into a suitcase and heading to Larnaca Airport....

14. Larnaca Airport reopens road access to Arrivals level

Road access to the Arrivals level at Larnaca Airport will reopen on Friday, 7 August, following a decision aimed at reducing congestion around the Departures area and improving traffic flow for passengers and motorists....

15. He promised imported cars. Police say €827,400 disappeared instead

For anyone in Cyprus who has ever searched abroad hoping to find a better deal on a car, the alleged scheme sounds worryingly familiar: choose the vehicle, hand over the money and wait for it to arrive....

16. Iconic Tourism Landholding in the Coastal Area of Alaminos with Licensed Hotel Development and Panoramic Sea Views

An exceptionally rare investment opportunity is available in the coastal area of Alaminos, in Larnaca district. The property consists of three adjoining tourism-designated plots offered for sale as a single unit, with a total land area of 108,457 sq.m., at an indicative price of €4 million....

17. Cyprus Airways strengthens maintenance partnership with Bird Aviation

Cyprus Airways has signed an agreement with Bird Aviation for the provision of heavy maintenance services, further strengthening the successful cooperation between the two companies and reaffirming the airline’s commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence....

18. Passenger’s €57,000 watch haul ends with €15,000 bill at Larnaca Airport

A passenger arriving at Larnaca Airport with three luxury watches in his suitcase ended up paying more than €15,000 before his journey was over....

19. Check your wallet: Old Cyprus ID cards expire Monday

That old identity card sitting in your wallet may have lasted for years, but if it does not show an expiry date, its time is up....

20. Two arrested at Larnaca airport over Nicosia attempted murder

Two suspects were arrested at Larnaca Airport on Friday night in connection with the attempted murder of a 43-year-old man in Nicosia earlier this week....

21. Israeli election billboard in Cyprus sparks debate over foreign political advertising

The installation of an Israeli election campaign billboard in Cyprus has sparked public discussion and criticism in recent days, with questions raised over foreign political advertising on the island....

22. Cyprus is desperate for water but wastes what it already has

At a time when climate change is reshaping the way countries collect and manage water resources, Cyprus is facing a major contradiction: the island is struggling with water shortages while millions of cubic meters of treated wastewater remain unused....

23. Cyprus Airways and Air France signed codeshare agreement for flights between Larnaca and Paris

Cyprus Airways and Air France announced a codeshare agreement covering flights between Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Larnaca (LCA), with up to 6 weekly flights during the summer season, further expanding travel options between France and Cyprus....

24. Cyprus’ path to Schengen: Implications for employers

25. VE Very Exclusive Accessories Ltd Unveils the Swarovski Fall/Winter 2026 Collection at an Exclusive Event in Cyprus

26. Cyprus fights for vital air links as EU prepares to change state aid rules

The government has submitted a detailed package of six proposals to Brussels in an effort to shield the island’s aviation network from upcoming changes to European state aid regulations....

27. Man wanted in UK murder case arrested at Larnaca Airport

A 30-year-old man wanted by British authorities on murder and firearms charges was arrested at Larnaca Airport on Monday after an international arrest warrant was identified during a routine passport check....

28. Don't be alarmed if you spot drones over Cyprus motorways next week

If you're driving between Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca or Ayia Napa over the next two weeks and notice a drone flying alongside the motorway, there's no need for concern....

29. How TikTok helped uncover Cyprus' latest drug threat

The Cyprus Anti-Narcotics Service (YKAN) has turned its attention to opium poppies following a string of major drug seizures over the past few days, raising concerns about a new narcotic appearing on the island....

30. Mid-air drama on Cyprus flight ends in death of passenger

A 35-year-old man has died after a major mid-air disturbance on a Jet2 flight from Cyprus to Manchester, during which passengers and cabin crew reportedly had to restrain him....