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1. Woman loses €18,760 in new wave of fake fine text scam

A 62-year-old woman in Nicosia was scammed out of nearly €19,000 after falling victim to a fake text message claiming she owed a traffic fine, police said on Monday....

2. Cyprus MP's ends lifetime driver ban for ex-drug offenders

Cyprus lawmakers on Thursday unanimously passed a long-awaited amendment to the law governing professional driver’s licenses, ending the blanket lifetime ban for bus and taxi drivers with past drug-related convictions....

3. Cypriot businesses go greener as hundreds certified in nationwide ESG initiative

Nearly 1,000 Cypriot businesses have joined a nationwide push toward sustainability, with two-thirds already certified under Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards, marking the first-year results of a collaborative interbank initiative aimed at promoting responsible business practices....

4. Police pursue teenagers in high-speed chase from Nicosia to Pyla

A 14-year-old boy led police on a high-speed chase from Nicosia to Pyla on Saturday afternoon, authorities said....

5. 13-year-old caught driving with infant in vehicle in Limassol

A 13-year-old boy was found behind the wheel of a car in Limassol, with a 22-year-old woman and a 9-month-old infant as passengers, police said....

6. Tanker driver killed in Limassol crash

A 74-year-old tanker truck driver was killed Wednesday when his vehicle overturned on the Karvounas–Amiantos road, police said....

7. BrainRocket becomes a Donor of TechIsland

TechIsland is proud to announce that BrainRocket, a global company creating innovative end-to-end tech products, has joined as one of the association’s esteemed Donors....

8. Nissan’s next-gen driver assist tech could ease daily commute in Cyprus

Ever been stuck in traffic on the Nicosia-Limassol highway, crawling along at a snail’s pace, wishing your car could just take over? By 2027, that might not be such a far-fetched dream....

9. President on the move… again

“Wait, the president’s off on another trip? Honestly now, does he only come to Cyprus for vacation, or when a foreign official happens to drop by? How can he be so relaxed when next month we’ve got critical talks that could shape the future of the Cyprus problem?”...

10. Swiss Central Bank slashes interest rates to 0% to fight soaring Franc and deflation

In a surprise move, Switzerland’s central bank has slashed interest rates to zero, aiming to counter falling prices and slow the rapid rise of the Swiss franc, which has been drawing heavy investment as a safe-haven currency during global economic uncertainty....

11. Government officials go green with new fleet of 31 electric cars

State officials in Cyprus will soon be driving electric, as 31 EVs are being added to the government fleet....

12. Israeli tourist killed in Ayia Napa quad bike crash

A 48-year-old Israeli tourist was killed and his wife seriously injured Saturday in a quad bike crash in the coastal resort town of Ayia Napa....

13. Drunk driver collides with motorcycle, allegedly threatens rider

Police are investigating a traffic collision between a car and a motorcycle that occurred Friday evening in the Deryneia area....

14. Wrong-way driver terrifies motorists on Limassol-Nicosia road (video)

A shocking case of reckless driving caused panic on the Limassol-Nicosia highway on Sunday, June 8, when a double-cab vehicle was caught on camera driving in the wrong direction....

15. Will they at least stabilize?

In May 2025, the Consumer Price Index rose by 0.26 points, reaching 117.57 compared to 117.31 in April. Inflation for the month fell by 0.2%, a rare event not seen in years, not since the Covid-19 crisis....

16. Long-term government bonds face growing investor pushback

Governments around the world are encountering unexpected resistance in the bond markets as long-term debt issuances increasingly struggle to attract investors, marking a break from years of routine fundraising....

17. EY announces the appointment of 4 new partners in Cyprus

EY Cyprus is pleased to announce that its leadership team has been strengthened with the addition of four new partners:...

18. Deloitte Cyprus welcomes two new partners

Deloitte Cyprus is pleased to announce the growth of its leadership team with the appointment of two new partners, effective 1 June 2025....

19. Cyprus cruise season launches with 170,000 travelers expected in 2025

The Daleela ferry launched its first voyage of the 2025 Cyprus–Greece maritime season on Saturday, as officials announced a surge in cruise tourism and reaffirmed the country's ambitions to become a key player in the global cruise sector....

20. Police seek help locating missing man from Kofinou

Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 52-year-old Stavros Dimitriou, who has been missing since May 30 from his home in Kofinou....

21. Driving instructors hit the brakes on exam delays

It’s not every day you see a convoy of driving school vehicles pulling up to government buildings in protest, but that’s exactly what happened on Friday as frustrated driving school instructors took their complaints to the Ministry of Transport. ...

22. China’s BYD rolls into Cyprus with big EV plans

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is officially driving into the Cypriot market, and it’s coming in full throttle....

23. Global VC investment rises in Q1’25 on back of record-setting $40 billion Open AI deal, according to KPMG’s Venture Pulse

Global VC investment surged from $118.7 billion in Q4’24 to an eleven-quarter high of $126.3 billion in Q1’25, despite ongoing geopolitical conflicts and tensions, continued concerns about global trade and tariffs, and the delay of a major reopening in the IPO market....

24. Precision Meets Prestige: Porsche Cyprus and Minthis Unite in a Landmark Lifestyle Collaboration

On May 17th, Porsche Cyprus and Minthis Resort came together to host an exclusive event that redefined lifestyle experiences through the Porsche Golf Open — a striking celebration of performance, elegance, and shared values....

25. Green Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025: Paving the way for a greener future

As part of Cyprus’ ongoing effort toward a successful Green Transition, and with the broader goal of becoming a model for eco-friendly living and sustainable development, the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit was held for the second consecutive year, drawing strong participation and praise....

26. PwC Cyprus sponsors the Reflect Festival 2025 - the Premier Tech & Entrepreneurship Event Connecting Europe, Africa, and the Middle East

PwC Cyprus once again took center stage at Reflect Festival 2025, held on 15-16 May in Limassol, reaffirming its commitment to fostering innovation and leadership in the business world....

27. Three injured in violent rampage as masked mob attacks Omonia fan club after derby win

About 50 masked individuals armed with various weapons stormed an Omonia fan club in Lakatamia on Sunday night, causing extensive damage and injuring three people, police said....

28. Eurobank | Limassol welcomed the 1st India-Greece-Cyprus Business Forum

29. Andreas Neocleous, Omiros Pissarides, Eirini Hadjisavva, and Marios Tannousis to Speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

This year’s Sustainable Development Conference aims to support and enhance Cyprus’s national strategy for the Green Transition....

30. Farm company fined after employee seriously injured on the job

A farmworker was seriously injured after being crushed by a runaway tractor, an accident that could have been avoided, according to a Nicosia court that just slapped the employer with a €5,000 fine....