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181. Cyprus faces crisis with 120 illegal waste sites igniting fires

In Cyprus, there are approximately 120 illegal waste sites, with the Fire Service in the Nicosia district responding to 45 incidents in the past two years alone, as disclosed by the Parliamentary Environment Committee on Wednesday. MPs have urged relevant authorities to take decisive action....

182. Standard & Poor’s upgrades Bank of Cyprus rating

Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has upgraded Bank of Cyprus’ long-term issuer rating to BB+, just one notch below investment-grade status, and assigned a positive outlook. This comes shortly after the upgrade of Cyprus’ long-term rating to BBB+, also with a positive outlook....

183. Cyprus cuts migrant arrivals by 50%, earns European praise

Cyprus continues to grapple with a significant migration challenge, a situation that has evolved into a complex and multifaceted issue. ...

184. Stranded abroad? Here's what airlines must provide

Flight cancellations and lengthy delays are the primary issues frustrating travelers, according to Trade and Industry Officer Anastasia Stylianides. Addressing these concerns, Stylianides also clarified the rights of passengers when their flights are canceled....

185. Ukrainian-Cypriot woman killed in Troodos road accident

A tragic accident claimed the life of 47-year-old Maria Pasteurcamp, a Ukrainian national with Cypriot citizenship, on Monday afternoon....

186. The $10 billion plan to rebuild Cyprus's ghost town

The Turkish newspaper Sözcü has drawn attention to Varosha, an abandoned area in Famagusta, calling it the "Las Vegas of the Mediterranean." The paper says it would take $10 billion to bring the ghost town back to life after being abandoned for 50 years....

187. Police investigate cyclist's death in Nicosia

Authorities in Nicosia are investigating the tragic death of Sotiris Petridis, 43, who passed away yesterday afternoon after a bicycle accident....

188. US sanctions target Russian-Cypriot connections

A Cypriot connection has emerged among the latest targets of US sanctions against Russia, with the US Treasury Department announcing penalties on Wednesday affecting individuals and entities linked to Cyprus. ...

189. Wildfire subsides, surveying of damage begins

The raging fire in Paphos has subsided, according to statements made by the Minister of Agriculture following the Council of Ministers meeting....

190. Cyprus faces market uncertainties as exit plans delayed again

According to report by Panayiotis Rougalas in today's Oikonomiki, Cyprus faces a challenging time as it navigates plans to exit the financial markets. ...

191. Heatwave intensifies as wildfires rage in Paphos

192. Fire rages out of control, illegal garbage dump possible cause (pics)

A fire that broke out around 12:39 on Tuesday afternoon between the communities of Psathi and Polemi in Paphos is still raging out of control, and has spread to the communities of Kourtaka,...

193. Carlos Alcaraz claims first French Open title in five-set thriller

Carlos Alcaraz, the prodigy of world tennis, has claimed his first French Open title in a thrilling five-set match against Alexander Zverev at Roland Garros. Alcaraz emerged victorious with a score of 3-2 (6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2), marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning career....

194. Search for Michael Mosley intensifies with divers in Symi

Divers have joined the continuing search for British broadcaster Michael Mosley after he went missing while on holiday on the Greek island of Symi....

195. Eco-friendly farming ideas from Safe-H2O-Farm project meeting

Earlier this month, The Cyprus Institute hosted the first annual meeting of the PRIMA Safe-H20-Farm project....

196. Greek olive oil producers reject bulk sales, thrive in export market

They knew the easy way. They could have effortlessly sent their oil in bulk to Italy....

197. Houthi rebels launch ''Palestine'' missile, matching Iranian rapid speeds

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have unveiled a new, solid-fuel missile in their arsenal that resembles aspects of one earlier displayed by Iran that Tehran described as flying at hypersonic speeds....

198. Israeli settler defies US sanctions, gains community aid to access frozen funds

For weeks after being sanctioned by the United States, Yinon Levi struggled to pay the bills, living at his farming outpost atop a hill in the occupied West Bank. But the Israeli settler’s problems didn’t last....

199. How inheriting property can cause headaches

Everything usually starts with pure intentions: ''We have two children, so we pass on half a share to each of them to avoid offending anyone, and then let them do what they want.''...

200. Eurobank takes control with 55.3% share in Hellenic Bank

The European Central Bank (ECB) has given its approval for Eurobank to acquire a majority stake of over 50% in Hellenic Bank, marking a significant milestone in the banking landscape of Cyprus....

201. Cyprus and Egypt sign agreement to employ Egyptian workers

Cyprus and Egypt have signed a new agreement to help Egyptian workers find jobs in Cyprus. Cypriot Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos and his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry signed the deal during Kombos' visit to Egypt on June 4-5....

202. Profits soared in Cyprus banking sector in 2023

The Cyprus banking sector experienced a significant surge in profitability by the end of 2023, as indicated by key financial indicators from the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC)....

203. EU court may block Cyprus' plan for Syrian refugees

The Chief Prosecutor of the Court of Justice of the European Union has proposed a legal interpretation that could block Nicosia's efforts to designate......

204. Firefighters battle blaze in Limassol amid strong winds

A fire broke out at noon on Friday in the area of Agios Sylas in Limassol, fueled by dry grass and wild vegetation and exacerbated by strong winds....

205. Google News Showcase launches in Cyprus

For over 20 years, we’ve been collaborating with publishers and journalists to promote a healthy, independent and diverse news ecosystem....

206. Vafeades confirms Qatar’s interest in Larnaca Marina development

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades announced on Thursday that Qatar and other international investors have shown interest in the development of Larnaca Port and Marina. ...

207. New 911 Carrera GTS: T-Hybrid power and striking design

911 Carrera GTS: Innovative, lightweight T-Hybrid with a newly developed 3.6-litre six-cylinder boxer engine, electric turbocharger and electric motor....

208. Dimitroui loses battle for life after shooting

Dimitris Andronikou, commonly known as ''Dimitroui,'' tragically passed away on Tuesday night, May 28th, after battling severe injuries sustained in a targeted shooting incident....

209. A picture is worth a thousand words

A picture is worth a thousand words, a picture is a gut punch. In Paphos, a woman with a cane lies on the ground in front of a bus stop. Thousands of similar scenes unfold across Nicosia and other cities,...

210. Farmers seize control, policemen caught off guard in occupied territories

A demonstration outside the prime minister's residence in the occupied territories erupted into chaos on Monday as farmers, supported by various trade unions, NGOs, and political groups, voiced their grievances....