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1. From Le Café crowds to empty storefronts: Can Makarios Avenue come back?

There was a time when Makarios Avenue was not simply another street in Nicosia. It was the street....

2. Even your background music now comes with a bill

That playlist humming in the background of a café, the radio playing at the barber shop or the television in a holiday apartment may seem like a small part of doing business. In Cyprus, however, it could come with an additional bill....

3. How do you solve a problem like Maria? One ‘Xronia Polla’ at a time

If you have a Maria, Mary, Maroula, Panayiota, or Panayiotis in your contacts, consider this your reminder. If you have several, perhaps start sending messages now....

4. Europe goes dark today, but Cyprus will miss the show

Millions of people will look to the sky Wednesday as a rare total solar eclipse briefly turns day into night across parts of Europe....

5. Rescue teams race to save trapped workers after powerful quake hits southern Japan

Emergency crews in southwestern Japan were searching late Tuesday for survivors trapped inside a partially collapsed shopping centre following a powerful earthquake on the island of Kyushu....

6. Limassol Mall is coming, but can the roads handle it?

The progress of the Limassol Mall project has once again brought the issue of traffic congestion in eastern Limassol to the forefront, with calls growing for urgent upgrades to the city’s road network....

7. Cypriots keep shopping despite inflation fears and global uncertainty

Consumer spending in Cyprus remains strong despite market uncertainty caused by inflationary pressures and the war in the Middle East....

8. Consumer spending remains resilient despite the war

Consumer spending in Cyprus remains resilient despite market uncertainty fueled by inflation and the conflict in the Middle East. Cypriots took advantage of the clearances that started around the end of June, focusing their shopping primarily on clothing and footwear....

9. Gevorest ''Stops Time'' at Shopping Malls

Gevorest, faithful to its commitment to promoting sleep quality since 1967, announces the launch of its new event series, "The Ypnos Gold Challenge." On the occasion of the new campaign for the iconic Ypnos Gold mattress, Gevorest invites the public to disconnect from the intensity of everyday life and discover the importance of quality sleep through a unique, multi-sensory experience....

10. 12th Gastronomos Quality Awards celebrate Cyprus’ finest producers and culinary heritage

For the 12th consecutive year, the Gastronomos Quality Awards celebrated the people who rarely stand in the spotlight but whose work deserves recognition and applause....

11. Free liver checks offered in Cyprus as part of European health campaign

Millions of people across Europe are living with liver disease, yet many remain unaware they are affected until serious damage has already developed, according to Marko Korenjak, president of the European Liver Patients’ Association....

12. Square One Capital: The Developer-Turned-Fund Manager Targeting Cyprus's Next Residential Wave

A Limassol-based developer with 33 active projects is raising a €200M opportunistic real estate fund targeting 25% net IRR. Here's why the timing is right — and why this team is built to deliver it....

13. With the support of Lidl Cyprus, the 5th mind REset showcased children's ''green'' ideas

The mind REset educational environmental program of Junior Achievement Cyprus, with Lidl Cyprus as its strategic partner, once again implemented the Trade Fair, inviting the public to visit Metropolis Mall in Larnaca and witness firsthand the student teams that transformed creativity into solutions with social and environmental impact....

14. Wolt upgrades its app

Wolt is kicking off the new year with a major upgrade, continuing its fast-paced growth with the launch of a revamped app that quite literally puts a shopping mall in users’ pockets....

15. EU enlargement crisis now becomes Cyprus’ problem

According to information obtained by ''K,'' Berlin has raised the issue of possible ''economic consequences'' for Budapest following Hungary’s decision to block the EU Council Conclusions on Enlargement at the General Affairs Council (GAC) meeting on December 16....

16. New Bean Bar store opens at the Mall of Cyprus

Another store is added to the beloved Bean Bar chain, which has been established as a reference point for coffee lovers all around Cyprus....

17. Cyprus calls in Greek ''FBI'' to fight organized crime

Cyprus is turning to its neighbor for help in the fight against organized crime. This week, top Greek law enforcement officials are heading to the island to assist in setting up a new central agency aimed at cracking down on criminal networks....

18. Black Friday fever hits Cyprus: Shoppers rush for deals

Black Friday is in full swing across Cyprus, and stores are bracing for a rush of bargain-hungry consumers. Shoppers have already shown ''intense interest'' in the days leading up to the big day, and Mall of Cyprus Marketing Director Giorgos Pissis says the frenzy is expected to peak Friday afternoon....

19. Makarios Avenue struggles to reclaim its glory despite makeover

No one doubts that Makarios Avenue in Nicosia is facing serious commercial challenges. This has been one of the city’s most discussed and critical issues for some time now....

20. Black Friday hits Cyprus: Shoppers warned to watch for real deals

Cyprus has officially entered Black Friday week, and retailers are hoping for one of the strongest shopping weekends in years, as long as shoppers believe the deals are real....

21. Festive Sips & Wagging Tails: Holidays at Bean Bar

This festive season, Bean Bar, the favourite brand of coffee lovers, is launching limited-edition flavours and actively supporting Simba Animal Aid....

22. Jumbo buys out shopping mall from Eurobank in €10.8M deal

Retail heavyweight Jumbo has expanded its footprint in Greece, finalizing a €10.8 million cash deal to buy out the VESO MARE shopping center in Patras from Eurobank....

23. New Bean Bar opens in Alphamega Hypermarket Kamares

Bean Bar continues to expand its presence in the Cypriot market, sending its good… vibes to even more areas across Cyprus. ...

24. Stress tests for Cyprus’ digital infrastructure reveal gaps in cyber and technical resilience

Cyprus’ digital infrastructure is under pressure as a wave of cyberattacks and technical failures exposes vulnerabilities in both security and operational resilience. Experts warn that recent incidents bear signs of cyber espionage, not just crime....

25. BidX1 launches October Catalogue featuring coastal villas, city apartments & more

BidX1 is pleased to announce that the catalogue for its next auction, taking place on Wednesday 22nd October, is now live and available to view here....

26. Larnaca’s giant flamingo takes flight: From concrete eyesore to city icon

What was once a dull, grey concrete tank standing at the entrance to Larnaca has now been transformed into a striking work of art, a monumental flamingo that welcomes visitors as they drive into the city. ...

27. Lidl Cyprus marks one year of dynamic presence at Neon Mall of Pafos

28. Cyprus traffic lights get smart, helping cars move faster across the island

Stuck in traffic? Cyprus is rolling out a high-tech fix. Since 2021, the Public Works Department has been installing ''smart'' traffic lights that can literally see cars, buses, and motorcycles, and adjust their timing on the fly to keep traffic moving....

29. A Nobel Peace Prize for Donald Trump?

Donald Trump should be given the Nobel Peace Prize - but not quite yet....

30. U.S. lawmakers demand release of seniors detained in occupied area

U.S. lawmakers are urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to step in after five elderly Greek Cypriots were arrested while visiting their ancestral homes in areas of Cyprus controlled by Turkey....