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121. Cyprus banks are merging and here’s what that means for you

Cyprus is heading toward a major financial facelift, with a wave of mergers and acquisitions already in motion and expected to accelerate by the end of 2025. Sirens may have marked a different kind of Tuesday morning in Nicosia, but in the banking world, the alarm bells signal transformation....

122. Sirens sound for a divided island marking the 1974 coup that changed everything

Sirens pierced the morning calm across Cyprus at exactly 8:20 a.m. on Monday, marking 51 years since the July 15, 1974 coup that would change the island forever....

123. Cyprus entices the modern traveler with authentic, year-round experiences

Cyprus is aiming to attract a new generation of travelers, demanding, conscious, and experience-driven, through its National Tourism Strategy, according to officials....

124. Cyprus launches 'ELPIS' emergency app to combat domestic violence

The Cyprus government has officially launched “ELPIS,” a mobile app designed to provide immediate emergency assistance to victims of domestic violence, amid rising concerns over gender-based violence across the island....

125. HBO Max launches on Cablenet in Cyprus

Starting July 22, selected Cablenet subscription plans will include full access to the HBO Max streaming app, making Cablenet the first local provider to offer the platform to Cypriot viewers....

126. Government expands day and 24-hour care services for persons with disabilities

The government has launched a series of initiatives to bolster both day and 24-hour care services for persons with disabilities (PwDs), the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare announced, following public concern over care facilities....

127. Reducing the cost of living through digital solutions

Life is becoming increasingly difficult for households today. The gap between those who are financially comfortable and those struggling to make ends meet on their wages has widened significantly. ...

128. Novardia Credit Insurance Brokers Ltd. launches as Cyprus-based specialist in credit insurance

A new, Cyprus-based insurance brokerage company specializing exclusively in credit insurance has been established....

129. Company Maspex Romania moves forward to acquire majority control of Cyprus-Based Wine Purcari

Maspex Romania has announced the launch of a voluntary takeover bid to acquire a majority stake in Wine Purcari, a Cyprus-registered winemaker with Moldovan roots and a growing international presence. ...

130. Israeli developers to launch €40m high-rise project in Larnaca

An Israeli real estate partnership is set to break ground on a €40 million high-rise residential and tourism project along the Larnaca seafront, according to a joint announcement made this week....

131. Wizz Air is back in Israel - Flights to Tel Aviv take off on 8 August

132. EU gives Cyprus a nod on fighting corruption, but says it's not enough

Cyprus is making headway in the fight against corruption, according to the European Commission’s 2025 Rule of Law Report released Monday, but Brussels says more work is needed to strengthen accountability and speed up key reforms....

133. Rotterdam Port prepares to host NATO forces in case of conflict with Russia

Europe’s largest port is quietly preparing for a future that may include war....

134. As Denmark takes the helm, Poland bowed out with a Jazzy farewell in Nicosia

Now that Denmark has officially taken over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, the spotlight quietly begins to shift toward Cyprus, which is next in line in the Trio Presidency....

135. TechIsland launches Legal Community

TechIsland, Cyprus’ largest tech association, announces the launch of a new professional initiative: the TechIsland Legal Community. This is a dedicated professional network for lawyers, legal advisors, and compliance professionals who work in Cyprus’ fast-growing tech sector....

136. 11 hotel groups go private on water with €3M state-backed desalination plan

Cyprus’ hotel industry is making a splash, literally. In response to mounting water concerns, 11 major hotel groups across Limassol, Larnaca, and Paphos have filed official applications to install small private desalination units on their premises....

137. Denmark kicks off EU presidency with tough talk on migration

Denmark officially launched its six-month presidency of the Council of the European Union this week, with a firm focus on tightening migration controls, boosting European defense, and strengthening economic competitiveness....

138. Collaboration between CIM Cyprus Business School and EY Cyprus Ltd

EY Cyprus Ltd, in collaboration with CIM Cyprus Business School, has launched the EY Learn & Earn Program — a unique initiative developed with the strong support of ACCA....

139. A Mediterranean University for a shared future

In a world increasingly defined by fragmentation and crisis, education remains by far the most powerful tool to connect people. ...

140. Odysseas fires fresh criticism at Government over Larnaca towers

Odysseas Michaelides has launched fresh criticism against the government and Environment Department over the controversial high-rise development planned for the coastal refinery zone in Larnaca, accusing authorities of “selective clarification and skillful concealment” regarding environmental concerns....

141. From sanctuary to stage: How Minthis is redefining Cyprus’ cultural landscape

As the sun sets over the rolling hills of Paphos, the sound of world-class music fills the air at Minthis, a luxury resort now making its mark as a cultural destination. ...

142. Wizz Air announces a new route from Larnaca!

Wizz Air, Europe’s most environmentally sustainable airline , is delighted to announce a new exciting direct route from Larnaca to Tirana....

143. New EV grants open, but you’ve only got until October

Cyprus is rolling out a new €2.5 million electric vehicle subsidy scheme, but only 260 spots are up for grabs, and buyers will need to move fast....

144. Cyprus e-mobility grant scheme faces criticism as initial funding runs out

The recently launched e-mobility grant scheme in Cyprus has drawn criticism from the Association of Importers of Motor & Electric Vehicles (SEMHIO), which expressed serious concerns about the plan’s limited budget and structural shortcomings....

145. Israel secretly moved planes to Cyprus and Greece before Iran bombing

In the hours leading up to a major Israeli military strike, dozens of Israeli aircraft were quietly moved out of harm’s way, and into Cyprus and Greece, without those host countries being fully aware of the plan’s purpose, according to Israeli media reports....

146. U.S. steps in to modernize Paphos air base

The long-anticipated modernization of the Andreas Papandreou Air Base in Paphos is officially underway, marking a major step forward in U.S.-Cyprus defense cooperation and the Republic’s growing strategic role in the Eastern Mediterranean. ...

147. Fix the roads already! MP's tour Paphos projects stuck in limbo

From broken promises to broken roads, Paphos has had its share of delays. But on Friday, members of Parliament took to the streets, literally, to check in on a number of key infrastructure projects that locals say are long overdue....

148. Latsia-Geri cracks down on abandoned cars in ongoing clean-up campaign

Rusting cars and forgotten wrecks are being cleared off the streets of Latsia-Geri as the local municipality pushes forward with its campaign to remove abandoned vehicles from public and private spaces....

149. Electric vehicle grants reopen Monday, prioritizing low-emission cars and targeted groups

The Department of Road Transport (TOM) announced Thursday that 97 new grants for electric vehicles and 18 for electric motorcycles will be available starting Monday, June 30....

150. Khamenei says U.S. strike on nuclear sites failed, declares victory over Israel

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Thursday that the United States struck Tehran’s nuclear facilities but “didn’t achieve much,” dismissing former President Donald Trump’s actions as “showmanship” in the wake of a recent ceasefire between Iran and Israel....