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1. Cyprus’ hottest tables: 13 restaurants everyone wants to try this summer

Every summer brings a new crop of culinary hotspots. There are exciting openings, much-talked-about arrivals, familiar restaurants with fresh concepts and places that seem to take over our social media feeds almost overnight....

2. €13,271 a month for the keys, but your Cyprus coffee stays €1.50

A coffee by the sea in Limassol without needing to check your bank balance first? Apparently, yes....

3. Tiny plastics found more often in heart attack patients, study finds

The plastic bottle in your car, the takeaway container holding your lunch, and the synthetic shirt in your washing machine may leave behind particles too small to see....

4. 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....

5. The €5 and €20 in your wallet could soon look very different

Take a look at the euro notes in your wallet. The €5 you use for your morning coffee, the €20 you hand over at the supermarket, or the €50 you keep aside for emergencies could look very different in the coming years....

6. Friday’s forecast: High sun and standard July heat

While the seasonal low pressure and a slight touch of unstable air are technically still hovering in the background, the atmosphere is mostly behaving itself today....

7. New ALPHAMEGA Express store opens in Peyia

ALPHAMEGA Hypermarkets have expanded their presence in the Paphos District, by opening a new ALPHAMEGA Express store in Peyia located in close proximity to Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort....

8. New Bean Bar opens in Alphamega Hypermarket Linopetra

9. Blowin’ in the wind: Highs drop to 38°C as the island gets blown around

The standard seasonal low-pressure system is still running the show, but today it’s trading a tiny bit of yesterday's brute-force heat for a serious amount of wind. The sky is staying predictably clear, but the real story is the wind....

10. That €2 coin in your house might be worth up to €1,000, and most people would never notice

It’s the kind of thing most people in Cyprus have at home without thinking twice about it, a small jar of coins sitting in a kitchen drawer, a cup by the bedside table, or that random stash in the car where €1 and €2 coins slowly disappear into ''future parking money.''...

11. Monday, and it’s already a sizzler (well, sort of)

Happy Monday, Cyprus! If the return to the workweek wasn't enough to make you sweat, the weather is more than happy to help. A standard seasonal low-pressure system is hanging around the island today, delivering exactly the kind of blue skies and bright sunshine we’ve all come to expect....

12. Digital euro coming by 2030 as Cyprus gets a new way to pay

The digital euro is slowly moving from theory to reality, and if all goes to plan, it could become part of everyday life across Cyprus and the rest of the eurozone by 2030....

13. €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....

14. Food prices continue to rise despite lower costs for fresh produce

Consumers faced further increases in the cost of several everyday grocery items in May, according to the latest Consumer Product Price Observatory published by the Consumer Protection Service....

15. Enjoy a weekend in the capital with a 20% discount at Hilton Nicosia

Hilton Nicosia marks this summer’s weekends with a unique offer. Guests who will be in Nicosia during the summer months can enjoy an elevated stay at the five-star hotel with a 20% discount, combining their obligations with high-quality services and amenities....

16. Monday weather: Freddo season is officially upon us

Today's weather will start on a pleasant note once any early morning mist and low cloud clear. Conditions will then become partly cloudy, with developing cloud from around midday bringing the chance of isolated showers or thunderstorms....

17. Does money bring happiness?

A colleague’s question at the office came completely by chance just a few hours after I watched a video of Mehmet from Kato Arodes saying, ''We didn’t have money, but we had everything.''...

18. Nicosia streets get a makeover that tells their hidden stories

Walking through the old streets of Nicosia is about to feel a little different and a bit more meaningful....

19. Coffee shop conversations

In the coffee shops of the Cypriot countryside, the atmosphere is shaped by the conversation. Every time, in fact, it is different, depending on what people are talking about....

20. Nicosia book bazaar returns to help feed Cyprus’ stray animals

A popular book bazaar is returning this June, offering thousands of books at low prices while raising money to support stray animals in need....

21. Wednesday forecast: Blue skies to start, mountain clouds by afternoon

The day begins with Cyprus wearing its best summer impression; bright skies, warm sunshine and just enough breeze to keep the morning feeling comfortable rather than sleepy....

22. Cyprus voters choose stability over disruption

For months, Cyprus looked ready to punish the political establishment again....

23. Monday arrives softly with patchy fog and slow-moving clouds

An unstable air mass continues to influence the region today, although the morning begins quietly enough. Any patches of mist or fog will gradually fade away, making room for a partly cloudy day with soft sunshine filtering through the skies....

24. From coffee shops to TikTok: How Cyprus elections changed forever

Over the past few years, social media has completely changed the way election campaigns are run, and this election season in Cyprus may have shown that more clearly than ever before. ...

25. At 105, a Paphos woman heads to the polls once again

At 105 years old, Argyri Achillea of Tala is preparing to cast her ballot once again, continuing a tradition she has kept through every election in Cyprus....

26. Leonardo Hotels Mediterranean Strengthens Its Presence in Greece and Cyprus with a New Hotel in the Center of Athens

Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean has proceeded with a new strategic investment in the Greek hospitality market, further strengthening its presence in Athens and reaffirming its dynamic growth trajectory across the Eastern Mediterranean region....

27. Tiger mosquitoes are back in Cyprus

Stagnant water in yards, drains, rooftops, and flower pots also creates ideal breeding conditions. He explains that preventive action is the key to limiting insect populations and protecting homes and businesses, especially during the summer months....

28. Monday skies, coffee sighs and summer just around the corner

It’s Monday again. A weak low-pressure system is lingering over the region today, while a touch of fine dust drifts lazily through the atmosphere, giving the sky a soft, hazy look....

29. What really happens along Cyprus’ 'Green Line'

For most Cypriots, the Green Line is simply part of everyday life, a crossing point on the way to the north for coffee, cheaper fuel, or a day trip. But behind the scenes, officials say the buffer zone is now being watched more closely than ever, ...

30. Reserva 52 Lounge Officially Presents Its Dinner Menu

Reserva 52 Lounge held the official launch and presentation of its dinner menu on 24 April, in a warm and celebratory atmosphere with live music, a DJ set, flavours and a strong guest presence....