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1. The myth of equality meets the military

When it comes to pageantry, we’re always ahead of the curve. The Gender Equality Commissioner, Josie Christodoulou, joined by Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis, staged an entire ceremony, right in the thick of Nicosia’s traffic mess, to unveil the new pedestrian traffic lights....

2. A technological milestone for Porsche as the Cayenne goes Electric

The Cayenne Electric marks the beginning of a new era for Porsche. As a fully electric SUV, it combines Porsche DNA with pioneering technology: up to 850 kW (1,156 PS), 0-100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and up to 400 kW charging power⁴ and up to 642 kilometres of range....

3. Innovative high-voltage system in the Cayenne Electric: performance meets efficiency

The Cayenne Electric will be launched in a few weeks, featuring innovative high-voltage technology. With a function-integrated battery, powerful dual cooling, intelligent thermal management and robust charging performance...

4. Two states, one federation… and a suitcase of lies

The president seems a little on edge after Erhurman’s election. He insists, as always, that everyone will be judged at the negotiating table. Whether that should worry us, I’m not sure....

5. Arrest made in the murder of businessman Stavros Demosthenous as Police close in on suspects

Authorities have made the first arrest in the high-profile killing of businessman and Karmiotissa football club president Stavros Demosthenous....

6. Cypriot tycoon sets sail with Armani’s yacht designs

Cypriot entrepreneur Kostas Cleanthos, known locally for his acquisition of the country’s leading newspaper, Phileleftheros, and internationally for founding global trading platform XM, is charting a new course, this time on the high seas....

7. Saturday night in Nicosia: A tale of two worlds

Saturday night, and Eleftheria Square in Nicosia was bursting with life, migrants from every corner of the globe soaking up the ''freedom'' of the ''modern'' square. ...

8. Shock bills, football fixes & a U-turn on Makarios Ave: Cyprus' week of curveballs

From electricity bills getting a surprise bump to football clubs sliding past tax rules (again) and a Nicosia street project taking a literal U-turn, this week was full of plot twists. ...

9. i-Con 2025: Cyprus’ hottest tech and marketing event returns to Limassol

One of Cyprus’ most buzzed-about business events is back and bigger than ever. The Island Conference (i-Con) returns for its third edition on 29–30 May 2025, transforming the City of Dreams Mediterranean in Limassol into a hub of global innovation, marketing, and digital opportunity....

10. Nip, tuck… and anime? What's behind Cyprus’ cosmetic surgery boom

Gone are the days when plastic surgery was just for the rich and famous. In Cyprus, cosmetic procedures have gone mainstream, and business is booming. ...

11. Rents keep climbing, but house prices aren’t going anywhere

If you’re renting in Cyprus, you’re not imagining it; it really is getting more expensive year after year. New figures from Eurostat confirm that rents on the island jumped by 4.6% in 2024 compared to the previous year, continuing a steady upward trend that’s been going on since 2017....

12. What do windmills, tulips, and potatoes have in common? The Dutch, of course!

When you think of windmills, tulips, The Girl with the Pearl Earring, Delft Blue pottery, or even the legendary tale of The Hole in the Dike, one country immediately comes to mind—the Netherlands! ...

13. Cypriots are eating more fish, but getting pickier about its source

Cypriots are eating more fish and seafood than ever before, according to a new report on European food trends. But while the trend is on the rise, many people are becoming more selective about what they put on their plates — and their choices are being influenced by cost, sustainability, and food transparency....

14. David Rowan: Why Cyprus can become a hub for AI innovation

David Rowan, the founding editor of WIRED UK, captivated the audience at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024 with his bold vision of how emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), will reshape the future of business and society....

15. Iron-coated teeth found in Komodo dragons

Komodo dragons, renowned for their formidable size and venomous bite, have long fascinated scientists and the public alike. ...

16. Porsche doubles the size of the model range for the all-electric Macan

First rear-wheel-drive Macan delivers high efficiency ...

17. Happy Friday, folks! Sizzling heat with some surprise showers ahead

Good morning, weather warriors! As we step into this fabulous Friday, the weather has a bit of a split personality. Early birds will enjoy mostly clear skies with a few low clouds, especially near the coast....

18. Cyprus eyes market return with ten-year bond

Cyprus is gearing up to re-enter the financial markets in the near future to capitalize on the recent positive momentum bolstering its economy....

19. 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....

20. Hellenic set to acquire CNP in multimillion-Euro deal

Everything appears to be proceeding smoothly, and it seems that CNP Cyprus will soon be under the ownership of Hellenic Bank....

21. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

22. Deal in the works for CNP Cyprus

The subsidiary of the French insurance giant CNP Assurances, CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings, is currently in discussions for a potential change in ownership. ...

23. USA: Detroit unveils groundbreaking electric charging road

Detroit has reportedly unveiled new technology beneath its streets after a year of waiting, with electric vehicles able to get a boost that could ultimately make range anxiety a thing of the past....

24. Billiard forfeit over flag sparks debate

A Greek Cypriot billiard player took to social media this week to express his frustration over a decision to forfeit a game against a Turkish Cypriot athlete, sparking debate on social media over sports and politics...

25. Elderly woman dies in mountain car crash

An elderly woman was killed in a mountain road accident on Friday, when the car she was driving veered off lane in broad daylight...

26. Shipping minister wants Cyprus ahead of the curve

Cyprus' shipping sector must be competitive, strong, resilient to crises and to anticipate challenges and new trends, Shipping Deputy Minister, Marina Hadjimanolis, said on Thursday, adding that the government has an ambitious vision for shipping...

27. Why does the EAC block the installation of solar panels?

"The weaker the government, the stronger the bureaucracy," said the French anthropologist Gustave Le Bon. And he didn't say it by accident....

28. ECOMMBX welcomes former CySec Chairwoman to its Board

ECOMMBX, a progressive Electronic Money Institution based in Nicosia, known for it forward-thinking and customer-centric corporate culture, is proud to welcome a new member to its board: Ms Demetra Kalogerou (BSc, MSc, MPhil)....

29. Raquel Welch's visit to Cyprus and her meeting with Makarios

Well-known actress, Raquel Welch, died yesterday, February 15th, at the age of 82, following a brief illness. Welch first came to public attention with her appearances in "Fantastic Voyage" and "One Million Years B.C." in 1966....

30. Less Painful, More Accurate Mammograms?! What Took So Long?

Welcome to Wells $treet! If you know anything about me, you know I like an offbeat business story. So when I scheduled my annual mammogram this year, I thought, “Isn’t there a better, more comfortable way to do this? Can’t someone disrupt this industry? Doesn’t anyone care?”...