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1. Marios Georgiou claims Commonwealth Games silver in Glasgow

Cyprus's Marios Georgiou secured the silver medal in the men's parallel bars final at the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing with a score of 13.800....

2. Hotels may be busy, but Cyprus is earning far less from tourism

The beaches are busy, hotel pools are full, and flights continue to arrive, but Cyprus' tourism industry is earning significantly less money than it did this time last year....

3. Spain wants to ban smoking on beaches and outdoor cafés, could Cyprus follow?

Imagine sitting at a beach café, enjoying your coffee or lunch, and not having to move your chair because smoke from the next table is blowing your way....

4. Police investigate large street fight involving up to 20 people in Xylofagou

Police are investigating a large fight that reportedly broke out in Xylofagou on Wednesday evening, involving between 15 and 20 people armed with a variety of weapons....

5. New Bean Bar opens in Alphamega Hypermarket Linopetra

6. The DJs of Deejay Radio 93.5 set to light up the Epic Cocktail Festival in Limassol

Limassol is about to become the beating heart of the cocktail scene with the launch of the first-ever Epic Cocktail Festival, a night bringing together 10 top bars, 10 signature cocktails, and an atmosphere designed to make summer memories....

7. €1.26 million bid for Limassol’s iconic Thalassaki snack bar

If you've ever grabbed a coffee, ice cream, or quick bite at Thalassaki while strolling along Limassol's seafront, the latest figures linked to the popular snack bar may come as a surprise....

8. A German expat’s view of Cyprus is going viral—and it’s raising questions

''Hello, I’m Ben. Cyprus was never part of my plans, and this is my story,'' writes a German-born photographer and entrepreneur in a pinned post at the top of his Instagram page, where he appears to have developed a genuine fascination with the island....

9. International judges, high standards and a big celebration of Cyprus’ bar culture

Wiz Guide presents the “30 Best Bars Cyprus” by Epic, a night dedicated to innovation, creativity and quality in entertainment. On July 6, 2026, Cyprus will host for the first time an institution aimed at highlighting and rewarding excellence in hospitality and modern bar culture....

10. Tensions rise at Cyprus prisons ahead of strike by guards’ union

Tensions are growing at Cyprus’ Central Prisons ahead of a 24-hour strike planned for Friday by the Isotita union, with prison guards and government officials publicly clashing over working conditions, discipline cases and safety concerns behind bars....

11. Wiz 30 Best Bars Cyprus – Wiz presents the 30 Best Bars in Cyprus

Wiz Guide presents the "30 Best Bars Cyprus," an evening dedicated to innovation, creativity, and quality in entertainment. On July 6, 2026, Cyprus will host for the first time an institution designed to recognize and reward excellence in hospitality and modern bar culture....

12. Trozena plan fuels clash over development and protected nature zones (photos)

A proposed large-scale development in the abandoned villages of Trozena and Gerovasa, in the heart of semi-mountainous Limassol, is once again bringing to the surface Cyprus’ long-running struggle between rural development and environmental protection....

13. Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean Strengthens Its Presence in Northern Greece with MERAVIA – Leonardo Limited Edition

With its opening on May 1st, MERAVIA – Leonardo Limited Edition marks a new chapter for Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean in Northern Greece, strategically strengthening the company’s presence within the Greek hospitality market....

14. Protecting Guests, Staff and Reputation: Tackling Human Trafficking in the Hospitality Sector

Hospitality venues, hotels, bars and restaurants, face continuous risks of on-site human trafficking, including exploitation for the purposes of labour, sex and criminal activities. ...

15. Vetrina x Exereton: A collaboration uniting refined taste with healthy eating mentality

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection, and the brand-new, all-day dine, wine & deli concept Vetrina are ready to introduce the demanding crowd of our country to the idea that something can combine quality and nutritional value, while being incredibly tasty at the same time, through a collaboration with Exereton, which will be featuring some of its carefully selected products in the retail area of Vetrina....

16. New law allows unlicensed leisure venues to become legal

Parliament has approved a new legal framework that regulates how leisure venues are licensed and operated, replacing older legislation and expanding oversight....

17. Refugee turned fry king: The story behind Western Australia’s go-to fish and chip staple

For many people across Western Australia, a serving of fish and chips almost always comes with the same familiar companion: thick, golden fries supplied by Choice Chips....

18. A brand-new meeting point just arrived in the heart of Nicosia

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection Hotel, owned by MHV, is proud to be furtherly unfolding the fascinating array of culinary venues, coming to find their place in the heart of Nicosia’s eclectic crowd and global visitors....

19. ''Crisis? What crisis?'' Tourists discover Cyprus’ secret paradise

While news of a drone strike at RAF Akrotiri last month made headlines, tourists arriving in Cyprus are discovering a very different reality: sunny skies, empty beaches, and a warm welcome from locals and resort staff, says a report from the BBC....

20. Half a million a month…for a boat that doesn’t move

Half a million a month. That’s what the Cypriot taxpayer is shelling out for the floating platform Prometheus, currently anchored, or, if you ask the cynical, stranded, somewhere off the coast of Malaysia....

21. Dine, wine & deli at the brand-new Vetrina at The Landmark Nicosia — an absolute must-visit

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection Hotel, owned by MHV, is officially announcing the arrival of the brand-new dine, wine & deli Vetrina, which is coming to present guests with treasured moments of refined indulgence from morning until night. ...

22. Where to find the best loukoumades across Cyprus

Across Cyprus, long-standing family businesses, pop-up stands, bakeries, cafés, and community events keep the tradition of Epiphany Day loukoumades alive, many of them with recipes passed down through generations....

23. €75,000-a-bottle wines go up in flames in Limassol arson attack

An arson attack on one of Limassol’s most exclusive wine bars has caused serious collateral damage, torching rare bottles worth tens of thousands of euros and sending fresh shockwaves through a case already tied to violent crime....

24. Chaos behind bars, crisis on tap

The disorder inside the Central Prisons is a small-scale version of the country itself. They are riddled with extortion, sexual violence, physical and verbal abuse, and sometimes suicide....

25. Audit uncovers illegally buried construction waste next to Evrychou high school

A stretch of land next to the Evrychou Gymnasium has effectively been turned into an illegal dumping ground for construction waste, according to a damning report by Cyprus’ auditor general....

26. UK-Cypriot burglar from Potters Bar jailed for multiple business break-ins

A Potters Bar man of UK-Cypriot heritage has been sentenced following a string of burglaries targeting local businesses....

27. Epic Street Fest Xmas Edition 2025 unveiled

Epic presents the EPIC STREET FEST XMAS EDITION 2025, the most EPIC Christmas street festival of the year!...

28. When the prison becomes the crime headquarters

Cyprus’ Central Prisons have spent the past few years under a harsh spotlight, not because of what happens inside a normal correctional facility, but because of a string of security failures, leaked classified files, and inmate deaths that have pushed the system to its breaking point....

29. Murder inside Central Prisons: Inmate arrested in fatal attack

A murder inside Cyprus’ Central Prisons shocked authorities Thursday, as police arrested a 30-year-old Greek Cypriot inmate in connection with the death of a 35-year-old Egyptian prisoner....

30. 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....