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1. Cyprus’ hottest tables: 13 restaurants everyone wants to try this summer

Every summer brings a new crop of culinary hotspots. There are exciting openings, much-talked-about arrivals, familiar restaurants with fresh concepts and places that seem to take over our social media feeds almost overnight....

2. Cyprus’ economy is growing. So why does life still feel so expensive?

Cyprus’ economy may be growing, but many households could be forgiven for wondering where that growth has gone....

3. Trump secretly flown out of Turkey in container after suspected Iranian threat

US President Donald Trump was secretly flown out of Turkey on a military plane after American officials received information about a possible Iranian threat against him and Air Force One, according to US media reports....

4. The rising and falling cost of everyday essentials

An uneven picture has emerged on supermarket shelves since the beginning of the year, with some products recording increases of up to 30%, while other basic products have become cheaper. ...

5. Thirteen minutes to defend 30 months in office

Thirteen minutes is a long time in politics. For outgoing Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou, it was enough time to give a fairly glowing account of her 30 months in office....

6. Lidl Better Living Days #summer2026: A unique summer wellness journey, full of flavor, energy and smiles across Cyprus

With 6 destinations, over 1,700 participants and more than 3,500 portions of food, Lidl Cyprus once again confirmed its ongoing commitment to promoting a healthier lifestyle for young and old....

7. More than a pub: The Nicosia corner that held 33 years of memories

For some it was football. For others, a beer after work, a meal with friends, or simply one of those familiar Nicosia places that seemed as though it would always be there....

8. Old GSP gets ready to eat, drink and shop as PHC group takes over

The commercial operation of five premises at Nicosia's Old GSP redevelopment has been awarded to Catercom Catering, part of PHC Franchised Restaurants Public Ltd, following a decision by Nicosia Municipality....

9. Tiny plastics found more often in heart attack patients, study finds

The plastic bottle in your car, the takeaway container holding your lunch, and the synthetic shirt in your washing machine may leave behind particles too small to see....

10. Elderly homes face summer inspections with air conditioning in focus

Deputy Minister of Social Welfare Klea Papaellina has begun on-site inspections at Homes for the Elderly in all districts of Cyprus to ensure that summer protection measures are being implemented, according to an announcement by the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare....

11. Italy suspends Schengen travel with Spain while tens of thousands voluntarily return to Morocco

A migration emergency in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has caused a sharp diplomatic rift across the European Union, prompting Italy to suspend border-free travel with Spain while tens of thousands of migrants head back across the border to Morocco....

12. Over 100 firefighters battle fast-moving heathland blaze in Suffolk

Emergency services in eastern England continue to respond to a major wildfire on Dunwich Heath in Suffolk, where around 120 firefighters and 18 fire engines are working to contain a rapidly spreading blaze....

13. Hospitals across the island seeing more heat-related emergencies

The scorching temperatures gripping Cyprus aren't just making people uncomfortable; they're also sending more of them to the hospital....

14. Lidl Cyprus’ successful summer wellness roadshow, “Lidl Better Living Days,” is coming to a close in Larnaka

15. Lidl Better Living Days in Limassol were full of smiles and success – Νext stop: Paralimni

With two consecutive weekends filled with great food, exercise, a refreshing atmosphere, and ideas for a better everyday life, the Lidl Better Living Days event in Limassol came to a successful close....

16. Limassol Mall is coming, but can the roads handle it?

The progress of the Limassol Mall project has once again brought the issue of traffic congestion in eastern Limassol to the forefront, with calls growing for urgent upgrades to the city’s road network....

17. Labour department warns heatwave could halt outdoor work

Employers across Cyprus have been warned that exceptionally high temperatures on Tuesday and in the coming days could require outdoor work to be limited or temporarily suspended to protect workers from heat-related illness....

18. The Grand Final Comes Alive at Alphamega Hypermarkets

19. Nature thrives in Cyprus’s forgotten buffer zone

The United Nations buffer zone in Cyprus, often called the "dead zone," has transformed over five decades of isolation into a thriving sanctuary for regional wildlife....

20. Are we playing God? The plan to put 50,000 mirrors in space and ''control'' sunlight

Imagine finishing work on a winter evening in Cyprus, when it is already dark outside, but instead of turning on streetlights or switching on the lights at home, the sky itself starts glowing....

21. Alphamega Hypermarkets invest in people and the future of the butchery profession

Alphamega Hypermarkets recently held the graduation ceremony for the fourth graduating class of its Butchery Academy, reaffirming their long-standing commitment to investing in people, education and the development of professions that bring real value to the Cypriot market....

22. Summer holiday rush keeps emergency department visits at expected levels

Attendance at accident and emergency departments across Cyprus remains consistent with seasonal expectations, according to the Cyprus State Health Services Organisation (OKYPY), despite recent reports suggesting busier hospitals....

23. Cyprus registers steep drop in irregular migrant arrivals

he Republic of Cyprus has recorded an 86% drop in irregular migrant arrivals over the last three years, according to data shared by Nicholas A. Ioannides, the Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection....

24. From a Newsletter to the UEFA Champions League Final: Four Cyprus Airways Winners Share Their Story

This summer, ahead of announcing football legend Andrea Pirlo as its Global Brand Ambassador, Cyprus Airways launched a special competition for its newsletter subscribers, giving eight lucky winners the chance to attend the UEFA Champions League Final in Budapest....

25. There are plenty of jobs, but the right workers are missing

The mismatch between employers' needs and the available workforce presents a greater challenge than labor shortages in key sectors of the Cypriot economy because it negatively affects both business competitiveness and the efficient use of available workers....

26. EU approves emergency fertilizer support for farmers

Farmers across the European Union are set to receive financial assistance after the European Parliament approved emergency measures aimed at easing the burden of soaring fertilizer costs before the next planting season....

27. Cyprus records strongest retail sales growth in the EU

Cyprus recorded the strongest retail sales performance in the European Union in May, posting the fastest monthly and annual growth among member states, according to the latest figures released by Eurostat....

28. New Bean Bar opens in Alphamega Hypermarket Linopetra

29. Lidl Cyprus consistently supports youth through the Cyprus Red Cross Society’s Pancyprian Camp

With a substantial contribution to the Cyprus Red Cross’ Youth Section, Lidl Cyprus supported, for yet another year, a week filled with experiences, learning and social empowerment for 50 students from all over Cyprus....

30. Cyprus climbs the global competitiveness rankings

Cyprus' economy is showing encouraging progress in competitiveness, ranking 42nd out of 70 economies in this year's IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook. The country improved by two places compared with last year, climbing from 44th in 2025....