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2311. Cypriot fund keeps Lukoil’s sanctioned plant in the game

A Lukoil refinery in Italy might survive sanctions against Russia if it falls in the hands of a Cypriot private equity fund, with the company saying the sale could take place by March of this year after turning down a US offer two months ago...

2312. Elderly man killed instantly in Limassol car crash

An elderly man in Limassol died on Monday when his car slammed into a tree, with reports saying the unrestrained driver hit the passenger side after being propelled the from his seat...

2313. Cyprus’ new pro-west archbishop enthroned

Cyprus’ new Archbishop Georgios was enthroned on Sunday as one of the oldest independent orthodox churches seeks to overcome division, but a no show at the carefully choreographed ceremony also signaled that hard feelings over Ukraine have remained unresolved...

2314. Cyprus is in the midst of the new 'Narcos'

Since December 20, cannabis has been washing up on the shores of free and occupied Famagusta, specifically over 100 kilos of packaged Indian hemp were collected by police....

2315. Man dies in Latchia after brawl incident

Three people were arrested on Wednesday in connection with a death in Latchia, where a man reportedly told police officers moments before he passed away that he had been attacked earlier...

2316. Greek comic in hot water over divisive Cyprus jokes

A Greek stand-up comedian known for his one-liner and callback jokes became persona non grata in Cyprus, after a Tik Tok user posted a video of the performer poking fun at the divided island...

2317. The plan to bring in more German tourists

In a trip organized by the FTI Group and Meeting Point, German travel agents recently visited the island and discovered increased demand for Cyprus....

2318. Andreas Christou's disappearance is shrouded in mystery.

The disappearance of 35-year-old wanted man Andreas Christou in connection with the attempted murder committed on December 4 in Oroklini, during which a 42-year-old man and a 6-year-old child were injured, is shrouded in mystery....

2319. Trendsetter company buys Cyprus’ most expensive property

The most expensive piece of real estate in Cyprus is off the market, following news that a global trading platform will buy the stunning beachfront property after a decade-long presence on the island...

2320. Nicosia backs new Israeli foreign minister

Cypriot Foreign Minister Ioannis Kasoulides has congratulated his Israeli counterpart who took office this week ahead of anticipated big news in Israeli-Arab relations that do not leave Nicosia unaffected...

2321. Cyprus undecided as divided EU debates Chinese travel

Nicosia failed on Tuesday to reach a decision on whether COVID measures should be imposed on travelers from China, with officials this week pointing to a new effort by the European Union to coordinate a response to Beijing’ move to ease restrictions...

2322. Young mother killed in New Year's Eve car crash

A young mother in Limassol on her way to ring in the New Year was killed in a car accident when a car driven by her boyfriend veered off course, with their baby in the back seat said to be in critical condition...

2323. Cyprus, EU in a quandary as China eases travel curbs

Cypriot Health Minister Michalis Hadjipantela has called a meeting to discuss China’s easing curbs on international travel, but there were mixed signals as to what guidelines are being followed at the EU level...

2324. Turkey warns Greece over territorial waters

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu renewed warnings against Greece on Thursday, after Greek media said Athens was planning to extend territorial waters around the island of Crete to 12 nautical miles...

2325. Brave girl climbs out of well to save sister

Two pre-teen sisters spent over two hours deep inside a well in a Nicosia suburb on Wednesday, until the younger child climbed 40 meters straight up to call for help after calls had gone unanswered...

2326. Cyprus' Russian-Ukrainian duo head to Antarctica

Two Limassol residents, a man from Ukraine and a woman from Russia, are flying to the earth’s southernmost town, where they will embark on a mission to Antarctica to plant their flag on New Year's Day...

2327. Snow melts fast in rare white Christmas tease

A rare white Christmas captured on video Monday morning lasted only hours in Cyprus, with snowflakes in Troodos mountains melting in the daytime while cold temperatures and strong winds stuck around through the evening...

2328. Cyprus gets new pro-west archbishop

The Holy Synod in Cyprus elected a new archbishop on Sunday, staying on a pro-western course in a deeply divided Orthodox church on the island and other parts of the world...

2329. EPIC and SppMedia band together for a cause

On Tuesday, December 27 at Epic Street Fest, the EPIC and SppMedia management teams join forces, put on aprons, light the gas, and cook delicious chicken wings from 'NEFELI FARMS' for you....

2330. Introducing 'EnterCY', Cyprus' newest sightseeing app

The creation of the EnterCY platform and application brings us one step closer to integrating technology into the tourist experience offered to visitors to Cyprus...

2331. Lesser charges for protected witness in prison death

A suspect in the death of a Turkish Cypriot inmate in Nicosia has turned state witness after pleading guilty to criminal negligence and drug use, with prosecutors halting the arraignment process just before his third charge of manslaughter could be read out...

2332. Wolt drivers to meet at Ministry of Labor to resolve issue

The Labor Disputes Division of the Department of Labor will host a meeting on Wednesday morning to resolve the working conditions and demands of Wolt distributors, who have been on strike since last Monday. ...

2333. The fierce battle for second place

2334. December Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in the field of auditing and accounting services with offices in three countries....

2335. Eva Kaili: From city council to city prison

2336. Finance Ministry: 'Cyprus economy will not enter a recession'

There will be a significant slowdown in economic activity next year, we will be affected by increased energy prices and borrowing costs, but "inflation in Cyprus is being reined in at lower levels" compared to other European member states, ...

2337. Magical Messi hoists World Cup after final for the ages

As fireworks exploded and some 80,000 people roared, Lionel Messi smiled. His Argentina soccer shirt covered by the bisht the Emir of Qatar had just draped him in – the cape reserved for top officials and sheikhs. He smiled, he paused, then he hoisted high the World Cup, a lifetime’s dream realised...

2338. EU Parliament halts work on Qatar-related cases

The European Union’s parliament voted Thursday to suspend work on all files involving Qatar, and called for security passes for representatives of the Gulf country’s interests to be withdrawn until light can be shed on a corruption scandal rocking the assembly....

2339. All is in order for the Archdiocese elections this Sunday (images)

The ballot boxes were delivered to the polling station's presiding officers on Friday morning, ahead of the Archbishop's elections on Sunday....

2340. Grant Johnson: City of Dreams Mediterranean will be the game changer for Cyprus’ hospitality industry

The multi-themed City of Dreams Mediterranean resort in Limassol, which will include a luxury hotel, casino, entertainment and sports facilities, adventure park, shops and restaurants, among others, will begin operations in the second quarter of 2023. Grant Johnson, the General Manager of COD analyzes what exactly the City of Dreams Mediterranean will be, what it will offer to the tourism product of Cyprus, how it will strengthen the country's economy and its position as a popular tourist destination and at the same time he analyzes how this project will have significant benefits for the local community and its people. ...