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1. Fidias releases Tatar interview despite political firestorm

Cypriot MEP and YouTube personality Fidias Panayiotou has published a long-awaited and hotly debated interview with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar, a move that’s triggered intense backlash across the island's political spectrum....

2. Millions in Cyprus pollution fees diverted from green goals, critics say

Cyprus has collected hundreds of millions of euros in pollution fees over recent years, costs passed on to electricity consumers, yet much of that revenue is not being directed toward climate or clean energy projects as mandated by the European Union, raising concerns among environmental experts....

3. Nicosia’s Old GSP goes hi-tech with cashless, hassle-free parking

Say goodbye to paper tickets and long queues; Nicosia’s Old GSP parking lot is stepping into the future. Starting Monday, July 7, drivers will experience a brand-new, cashless and user-friendly parking system designed to make city parking quicker, smoother, and more environmentally friendly....

4. Odysseas fires fresh criticism at Government over Larnaca towers

Odysseas Michaelides has launched fresh criticism against the government and Environment Department over the controversial high-rise development planned for the coastal refinery zone in Larnaca, accusing authorities of “selective clarification and skillful concealment” regarding environmental concerns....

5. Cyprus wasted a sunny day’s worth of solar power, and burned fuel instead

In a bizarre twist for sunny Cyprus, fossil fuel power plants pumped out more electricity than renewables on Monday, even under ideal conditions for solar energy....

6. Wizz Air announces a new route from Larnaca!

Wizz Air, Europe’s most environmentally sustainable airline , is delighted to announce a new exciting direct route from Larnaca to Tirana....

7. New EV grants open, but you’ve only got until October

Cyprus is rolling out a new €2.5 million electric vehicle subsidy scheme, but only 260 spots are up for grabs, and buyers will need to move fast....

8. Environmental Department: ''We don’t approve projects based on who applies''

A beachfront development in Larnaca has triggered a public row between environmental activists and government authorities, with the Department of Environment rejecting claims that the project’s approval was politically motivated....

9. 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....

10. Swift action prevents environmental damage after vessel sinks in Larnaca Marina

Authorities prevented the spread of pollutants after a sailing vessel caught fire and sank while anchored at Larnaca Marina on Sunday, June 22....

11. Ship full of electric cars sinks in Pacific, now the ocean could pay the price

A cargo ship carrying over 3,000 vehicles, including hundreds of electric and hybrid cars, has sunk deep in the North Pacific, sparking serious concerns about battery contamination and a potential marine pollution disaster....

12. Fix the roads already! MP's tour Paphos projects stuck in limbo

From broken promises to broken roads, Paphos has had its share of delays. But on Friday, members of Parliament took to the streets, literally, to check in on a number of key infrastructure projects that locals say are long overdue....

13. Vapes worse than cigarettes? Some brands are

You might want to think twice before reaching for that flavored vape. It could be exposing you to more cancer-causing toxins than a pack of cigarettes....

14. Cyprus launches €2.5M plan to support electric and hybrid vehicle buyers

The Cabinet has approved the government’s new €2.5 million subsidy scheme aimed at supporting the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles in Cyprus....

15. Wizz Air wins the World Finance most sustainable low-cost airline award for the fifth consecutive year

Wizz Air has once again been named the ''Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline'' by the World Finance Sustainability Awards in 2025. ...

16. Larnaca’s skyline set to rise with new twin towers project

Larnaca is about to get a major facelift as plans move forward for a new luxury residential project featuring two soaring 20-storey buildings....

17. ''Lellos’ Pool'' to reopen after long-term closure

The Nicosia Municipality has announced that the Nicosia Municipal Swimming Pool, commonly known as “Lellos’ Pool”, is scheduled to reopen on June 27, 2025....

18. Jazeera Airways Resumes Direct Flights Between Larnaca and Kuwait

Jazeera Airways, one of the leading low-cost carriers in the Middle East, announced the resumption of direct flights from Larnaca to Kuwait, which took place on Tuesday, June 17, 2025....

19. 25th Petrolina Annual General Meeting

On Thursday, the 19th of June, the 25th Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited took place....

20. Wizz Air announces new route from Larnaca to Suceava!

21. 83 major companies in Cyprus operating without required permits, lawmakers say

Eighty-three major industrial sites across Cyprus are operating without valid town planning permits, building permits, or approval certificates, key documents required to regulate pollution and safeguard public health, according to AKEL MP Nicos Kettiros....

22. The Catalytic Role of Legal and Regulatory Functions in the Modern Era of Sustainable Development

In the traditional business environment, legal and compliance professionals were seen as “gatekeepers.” Today, they are evolving into custodians of alignment and harmonization with legal and regulatory frameworks. ...

23. The Cruise Industry: A Catalyst for Economic Growth

The global cruise industry has emerged as a significant catalyst for tourism development, contributing substantially to local and national economies....

24. Cyprus court lifts injunction, allows Pentakomo Harbor construction to resume

The Administrative Court of Cyprus has lifted a temporary injunction that had nearly halted construction at Pentakomo Harbor for almost two months, a move allowing work to continue until the final ruling is issued....

25. Free Wi-Fi now available on Protaras beaches

Visitors to the beaches of the Paralimni-Deryneia municipality can now access free high-speed wireless internet, the municipality announced this week....

26. Wall in the sea at Kourion raises legal questions and scrutiny of British Bases

A newly constructed wall extending into the sea at Kourion Beach has triggered public backlash and raised serious concerns about violations of coastal protection laws and the role of the British Bases in environmental oversight....

27. Petrolina participates in a beach clean-up campaign for World Environment Day

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Petrolina contributed to a series of beach clean-up activities held on Thursday, 5 June 2025, in Ayia Napa, Protaras, Larnaka and Limassol,...

28. Lidl Cyprus takes responsibility for the environment

Recognizing that protecting the environment is a responsibility we all share, Lidl Cyprus takes an active role by implementing actions that enhance environmental awareness and contribute meaningfully to addressing the climate crisis....

29. Green light for six-story apartment block in former refinery zone

A new six-story residential building is coming to Larnaca’s Chrysopolitissa parish after the Environmental Authority approved plans for the project, which is set to transform a plot within the old refinery zone into modern housing....

30. Paralimni-Deryneia earns most Blue Flags in Cyprus as island celebrates record year for beach quality

The Municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia has been recognized as the national leader in coastal excellence, receiving 18 of Cyprus’s 66 Blue Flag awards at the 2025 national ceremony held Wednesday at Fig Tree Bay, Protaras....