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421. US Assistant Secretary discusses refugee aid in Cyprus

Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Julieta Valls Noyes will travel to the Republic of Cyprus and the United Kingdom from July 30 to August 2, 2024, a State Department announcement says. ...

422. EU plans two-phase trade strategy if Trump wins presidency

Brussels is developing a two-phase trade strategy in response to the potential nomination of Donald Trump in the upcoming U.S. presidential election in November....

423. Limassol’s broadcast brought Paris 2024 Olympics to life

Limassol brought the excitement of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games to its shores with an outdoor broadcast of the Opening Ceremony at Molos Park on July 26....

424. Fire breaks out in Limassol, burning eight hectares

In the past 24 hours, the fire service has addressed 25 incidents, including 11 fires and 14 special service calls. ...

425. Turn your land or roof into income and help combat climate change

As the world grapples with the intensifying effects of climate change, marked by record-breaking temperatures from June 2023 onwards, the call to shift towards sustainable practices has never been more urgent....

426. Cyprus extends EV charging grants by two months

The deadline for applications for the second phase of the "Electrification with 1000" grant program has been extended by two months, now closing on September 30, 2024, at 12:00 a.m., the Department of Electromechanical Services announced....

427. LOT Polish Airlines expand routes to Cyprus for 2025

LOT Polish Airlines has announced the resumption of flights to Larnaca Airport, marking a significant return after a two-year hiatus. ...

428. Construction of youth housing in occupied Cyprus to begin next month

Within a month, construction will commence on social housing projects for young people in the occupied areas of Morphou and Gerolakkos, according to "Prime Minister" Unal Ustel....

429. Cyprus plans solar panels for National Guard by 2027

Cyprus will begin installing solar panels in National Guard camps and other facilities starting in September, aiming for completion by 2027, according to Defense Minister Vassilis Palmas. ...

430. Solar-powered 'smart benches' to monitor air quality in Greece

431. Wizz Air celebrates 8M passengers milestone at Larnaca airport

Wizz Air, the most sustainable airline globally*, is delighted to announce a significant milestone at Larnaka International Airport, with the airline reaching 8 million passengers traveling to and from Larnaka International Airport since commencing operations in Cyprus....

432. UN project boosts water access for Cyprus wildlife in buffer zone

It's impossible not to be moved by the climate and wildlife of Cyprus, particularly in dry regions like the buffer zone, abandoned since the Turkish invasion of 1974....

433. Seven arrested for drug possession and illegal employment in Ayia Napa

Two individuals were arrested in Ayia Napa for drug possession, and another two were arrested for illegal employment during an operation conducted......

434. Shannen Doherty, 'Beverly Hills 90210' star, dies at 53

Actress Shannen Doherty, renowned for her roles in 'Beverly Hills 90210' and 'Heathers', passed away at the age of 53, her publicist Leslie Sloane confirmed....

435. $230 million humanitarian aid pier to be dismantled

U.S. officials announced Thursday that the man-made pier intended to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza will be dismantled due to persistent operational challenges....

436. Cyprus ranks among top innovators in Europe

Among the best-performing countries in terms of innovation between 2023 and 2024 is Cyprus, according to the latest European Commission data....

437. President Christodoulides hosts FBI Assistant Executive Director

President Nicos Christodoulides hosted a meeting today with FBI Assistant Executive Director Michael Nordwall at the Presidential Palace. During the meeting, President Christodoulides highlighted the strong ties between Cyprus and the United States, ...

438. Cyprus remains a strong innovator in European rankings

Cyprus maintains its position as a Strong Innovator in the European Innovation Scoreboard for the 3rd consecutive year, the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy said on Monday....

439. Bronze age relics unearthed at Erimi-Pitharka, Limassol

The Erimi-Pitharka archaeological site, in Limassol district, dates to the Late Bronze Age, in accordance with previous findings, a press release issued by the Department of Antiquities of the Deputy Ministry of Culture says....

440. Resolution on drug shortage issue expected next week

Health Minister Michalis Damianos anticipates a solution to the ongoing drug shortage issue by early next week, he announced Friday....

441. Cyprus joins European effort to combat desertification in rural areas

Cyprus participates in a new project aimed at combating desertification in rural areas of Southern Europe and Northern Africa, the Cyprus Institute said in an announcement on Thursday....

442. AstroBank wins international recognition for the second consecutive year

AstroBank has been named Best Private Bank – Cyprus by the Global Private Banking Innovation Awards 2024 for the second consecutive year. ...

443. President announces €10 Million boost for Cyprus tourism

President Nikos Christodoulides announced a €10 million increase in the 2025 budget for the Deputy Ministry of Tourism to enhance Cyprus's international promotion....

444. Is Larnaca the new Limassol?

Larnaca is dynamically emerging as a key player in investments and major developments, making significant strides in recent years and capturing a new image....

445. Cyprus reconsiders defense strategy amidst global conflicts

The shifting geopolitical landscape in Europe, marked by the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war, is prompting EU member states, including Cyprus...

446. Ministry unveils bold plan to combat illegal waste dumping

Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, Maria Panayiotou, has announced a multifaceted strategy to combat the island's persistent issue of illegal waste dumping, unveiling the initiative under the banner #wastefreecyprus....

447. ICT sector powers Cyprus' economic growth

Almost all of the productivity growth in Cyprus' economy over the past three years can be attributed to the Information and Communication Technology......

448. Government launches 10 new digital Civil Registry services

The creation of online services for the benefit of citizens is a high priority for the government, said Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou on Thursday during a joint press conference with Deputy Minister......

449. Ministry plans alternative education for juvenile delinquents

Concerns over youth delinquency have prompted Cyprus's Ministry of Education to develop a targeted plan for an alternative education program aimed at juvenile offenders....

450. Manhunt underway for suspect in Ormideia murder case (pics)

A 45-year-old man is wanted in connection with a murder investigation following an incident last night in Ormideia....