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1. Fire sparked by EAC cables damages home, workshop in Nicosia; Two vehicles burned

A fire believed to have been sparked by overhead cables in strong winds tore through a residence and metalworks shop in the Nicosia district community of Marki late Friday, damaging two vehicles and rattling a quiet neighborhood....

2. Turkey says Eastern Mediterranean power cable project cannot proceed

The Turkish Ministry of Defense said Thursday there is no change in its position regarding energy projects in the Eastern Mediterranean that it views as infringing on Turkish rights and interests....

3. MHV -Mediterranean Hospitality Venture: A rapidly growing group brings a new dawn in luxury hospitality and high-end real estate in Cyprus and the Mediterranean.

With a high level of expertise in the demanding luxury hospitality and real estate industry, MHV – Mediterranean Hospitality Venture is evolving into one of Cyprus’ and the East Mediterranean’s leading groups, showcasing fast, yet steady, growth....

4. National Guard Chief reports 45% drop in accidents in 2024

The National Guard recorded a 45% decrease in accidents in 2024 compared to the previous year, marking the lowest number of incidents on record, Chief of the National Guard Georgios Tsitsikostas announced Friday....

5. New cycle and pedestrian path to transform Nicosia suburbs

A major upgrade to the Nicosia district’s urban landscape is on the way, as plans for a new cycle and pedestrian path along Kalamon/Glafkos Clerides Avenue officially move ahead. ...

6. Cyprus sees decline in asylum appeals but spike from high-risk nations

Cyprus recorded a notable 22% decrease in the number of new appeals by asylum seekers in 2024, according to the Legal Service's annual statistical report....

7. Hungary withdraws from International Criminal Court following Netanyahu visit

Hungary has announced that it will withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant shift in its foreign policy. ...

8. Thunder, paws & beats. It's a World Stray Animals Day forecast!

Good morning, Cyprus, it’s Friday, April 4, 2025. Yes, it’s Friday!!! Yayyyyy!!! The weekend is finally upon us, and while the weather may be playing hard to get, we’ve got something to brighten even the stormiest of days....

9. Hungarian defendant admits to selling Greek Cypriot land in occupied areas

A Hungarian national has pleaded guilty to illegally advertising and selling Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied north, marking the first admission in a high-profile land usurpation case....

10. Turkey seeks explanation from Greece over chants during parade

Turkey has formally requested an explanation from Greece on March 25 regarding chants made by some Greek military personnel during a military parade in Athens....

11. Cypriot cadet breaks new ground at West Point

In a historic first, 22-year-old Anna Nikodimou from Larnaca has become the first Cypriot to attend the prestigious Foreign Academy Exchange Program at West Point Military Academy....

12. Cyprus gets credit rating boost: What it means for the economy

Cyprus received a major financial boost as credit rating agency Morningstar DBRS upgraded the country’s credit rating to A (low) from BBB (high), marking a key step in the country’s economic progress. ...

13. €170 Million expansion kicks off at Larnaca and Paphos airports

After years of planning and preparation, the expansion of Larnaka and Pafos Airports is officially underway. ...

14. The best bank to ever come out of Cyprus?

The management of Hellenic Bank has set an ambitious goal for the new structure that will emerge in the coming months following its consolidation with Eurobank Cyprus....

15. Storms hit Cyprus with heavy rain, hail, and snowfall in Troodos

A powerful weather system swept across Cyprus on Wednesday, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and even snowfall in the Troodos Mountains. ...

16. Grid limitations threaten Cyprus’ green energy boom

Cyprus’ green energy transition, once a major draw for investors, is now facing serious roadblocks as the national electricity grid struggles to handle more renewable energy projects. ...

17. BOC seeks to acquire Ethniki Insurance’s Cyprus subsidiary

Bank of Cyprus is moving forward with the acquisition of Ethniki Insurance’s Cyprus subsidiary, having entered exclusive negotiations for its purchase....

18. Bank of Cyprus upgraded to investment grade by Fitch

The Bank of Cyprus has just hit another major milestone—Fitch Ratings has upgraded the bank to investment grade, marking the third global rating agency to do so. ...

19. Aegean reports strong 2024 results with record revenue and passenger growth

AEGEAN announces its operating and financial results for fiscal year 2024....

20. AnimaWings launches direct flights between Larnaca and Bucharest

The rapidly expanding Romanian airline, AnimaWings, has launched direct flights between Larnaca and Bucharest....

21. Cyprus faces severe water crisis as drought drags on

Cyprus is bracing for a tough summer as dam levels continue to drop, marking the third consecutive year of drought. The situation has become even more critical after a fire destroyed the Paphos desalination plant, leaving the province at greater risk of severe water shortages....

22. Cyprus repatriates 18,000 migrants since Christodoulides took office

For the first time, Cyprus has managed to repatriate more migrants than those who entered the country, marking a significant shift in its migration policy...

23. Cyprus sees nearly 400 hundred cases of colorectal cancer annually

Approximately 350 to 400 new cases of colorectal cancer are diagnosed in Cyprus each year, making it the island's third most common cancer....

24. President Christodoulides: ‘Together, we are changing Cyprus’

President Nicos Christodoulides reflected on his administration’s accomplishments during a televised sit-down with journalists, marking two years since he took office....

25. Cyprus sees investment boom as foreign companies flock to the island

The investment scene in Cyprus is off to a strong start in 2025, with foreign investors showing increased enthusiasm for setting up businesses on the island....

26. UK Minister Stephen Doughty holds key talks in Cyprus ahead of Geneva summit

British Minister of State for Europe and North America, Stephen Doughty, is in Cyprus today, engaging in a series of important meetings with both sides of the political spectrum....

27. Cyprus Theatre Festival defends dialogue amid Fabre backlash

28. Cyprus banks hit record high profits despite ECB rate cuts

Despite the European Central Bank (ECB) preparing for its sixth interest rate cut since June 2023, bank profits in Cyprus have soared, marking two consecutive years of record earnings. ...

29. Cypriots consume 142.7kg of vegetables per year, data reveals

Cypriots consume a significant amount of vegetables annually, with each individual averaging 142.7 kilograms per year, according to data from the Cyprus Statistical Service....

30. Dutch Royal couple touch down in Larnaca on flight co-piloted by King

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands have arrived in Cyprus for a two-day state visit, marking the first-ever official trip of the Dutch Royal Couple to the island. ...