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241. Fuel prices plummet while food costs soar

Liquid fuels experienced the most significant annual percentage decline in June, dropping by 27.2%. Contributing to a 1.9% inflation squeeze, the lowest point in 25 months, was a 25.6% annual decline in oil prices....

242. Micro Louis Vuitton 'OnTheGo' tote sells for $63,000

Handbags come in tons of different sizes. There are huge totes, tiny clutches, and the practical kind of purses that Queen Elizabeth used to wear in the crook of her elbow....

243. President of OEB shares his cat's survival story

The President of OEB (Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation), Michalis Antoniou, recently took to social media to share the remarkable story of his cat's journey to recovery....

244. Fourth of July fireworks Illuminate the night sky

The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks....

245. Nicosia encourages green transportation with new policy

Effective Saturday, July 1, the Nicosia Municipal Council will implement new parking fees in municipal parking areas, following a decision made on April 20, 2023. ...

246. More than 1,500 fines handed out to e-scooter drivers

Since the implementation of the Personal Mobility Devices Legislation on September 1, 2022, the police have issued more than 1,500 extrajudicial fines to e-scooter drivers....

247. Limassol Beer Festival returns with a bang

The highly anticipated MEDFEST - Limassol Beer Festival is set to make its grand return for its fourth edition, promising an even bigger and more impressive experience....

248. MPs move forward with divestment changes

MPs are displaying a resolute determination to press ahead with crucial changes to the divestment framework before the parliamentary summer recess....

249. New policies create passenger backlash at Limassol Port

On Sunday, a wave of reactions was triggered at Limassol port as citizens became aware of a new policy set to be implemented this year by the Deputy Ministry of Shipping. ...

250. Cablenet: The Fastest Growing Mobile Network

251. EU demands Google breakup over antitrust concerns

European Union regulators hit Google with fresh antitrust charges Wednesday, saying the only way to satisfy competition concerns about its lucrative digital ad business is by selling off parts of the tech giant’s main moneymaker....

252. Miami protests against Trump about the 37 felony counts

Donald Trump is set to make his first court appearance Tuesday in a historic criminal case charging the former president with hoarding top secret government documents, boastfully displaying them to visitors, and trying to hide them from investigators who demanded them back....

253. Tackling vulgarity and impunity in politics

MP Andreas Themistocleous' recent display of vulgarity is just one example of a more significant issue within politics, and unfortunately, it won't be the last. ...

254. Nicosia real estate market surges, indicating recovery

Nicosia, the capital city, has broken free from a six-month period of stagnation, exhibiting promising signs of recovery....

255. French President honors Cypriot doctor for cancer research

French President Emanuel Macron awarded Cypriot doctor Dr. Loizos G. Loizou with the National Order of Merit of France. ...

256. Planetarium Cyprus: Where science and wonder converge

Some people ask, ''Does a planetarium merely provide answers, or does it also evoke questions?'' Achilleas Kentonis, the executive director of the Interstellar Institute, responds, ''First and foremost, it stimulates questions, and then answers naturally follow.''...

257. Man in Finland fined €121,000 for speeding

In a surprising turn of events, a man in Finland was slapped with a jaw-dropping fine of €121,000 (~$130,000) for exceeding the speed limit by approximately 20 mph....

258. The 'holiday scam': Protecting yourself when booking online

An increasing number of individuals are opting to plan their vacations online, a trend that, as observed in previous years, carries potential risks and pitfalls. ...

259. 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...

260. Unveiling the hidden: A moving exhibition exposes the treatment of animals

An eye-opening exhibition at the Piraeus Metro station sheds light on the treatment of animals, revealing the hidden reality behind closed doors....

261. Ivanka Trump: ''Thank you Greece!''

Ivanka Trump, the 41-year-old daughter of former US President Donald Trump, has been enjoying her time in Greece, immersing herself in the rich history and captivating landscapes of the country. ...

262. The hidden ashtray: A Presidential mishap?

On Tuesday afternoon (23/05), the President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, warmly welcomed former President Nicos Anastasiades....

263. E-kalathi bill presented to Parliament

The discussion on the e-kalathi bill commences today at the Commerce Committee of the House of Representatives. This bill introduces a digital tool designed to display product prices, aiming to support the Consumer Protection Agency's efforts in monitoring the market and better protect consumer interests....

264. Limassol hosts desalination conference

'Desalination for the Environment, Clean Water and Energy conference and exhibition' begins Tuesday in Limassol with the participation of more than 300 delegates from around the world and 30 exhibitors...

265. Cyprus wants Hungary to match actions to words

Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos is calling on Budapest to match actions to words, with reports suggesting he had a follow up with his Hungarian counterpart in Brussels after Nicosia cried foul over a Turkic summit faux pas two months ago...

266. US State Department highlights religious freedom issues in Cyprus

The US State Department's 2022 Report on International Religious Freedom for Cyprus sheds light on various issues concerning religious freedom on the island. ...

267. Former Kition Metropolitan found guilty of indecent assault

The Larnaca District Court has delivered a guilty verdict against the former Metropolitan of Kition for an indecent assault that occurred in 1981. The assault took place in the Metropolitan's office when the victim was 16 years and 8 months old....

268. 100 Cypriot wines to feature new WineCore logo on packaging

The wine industry in Cyprus is at a turning point, as coordinated upgrading and promotion efforts are underway in both the private and public sectors. ...

269. 'Everything is a party'

Well, well, well, if you have a seat and some showmanship experience, apparently everything becomes a piece of cake and the gold dust blinds you from reality. ...

270. Finance Minister considers lowering VAT rates for basic necessities

The Minister of Finance of Cyprus, Makis Keravnos, has announced that the Ministry is considering measures for banks and credit-acquiring companies to absorb high-interest rate increases, as well as reducing value-added tax (VAT) for basic necessity products to tackle high prices....