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1. Cyprus strikes gold! Judoka Yiannis Antoniou makes Commonwealth Games history

For a country of just over a million people, every international gold medal feels a little bigger. On Saturday, Cyprus had another reason to celebrate after judoka Yiannis Antoniou made history by winning the country's first-ever Commonwealth Games judo gold....

2. Marios Georgiou claims Commonwealth Games silver in Glasgow

Cyprus's Marios Georgiou secured the silver medal in the men's parallel bars final at the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing with a score of 13.800....

3. FIFA puts World Cup for sale in $20 billion Wall Street play

Gianni Infantino wants to turn international football into private equity. FIFA’s plan to carve off a 20 per cent stake in its commercial empire for $4.2 billion has met immediate resistance across Europe and beyond....

4. Cyprus U18 women take silver as Siakalli named tournament MVP

Cyprus' U18 women's national basketball team finished with the silver medal at the FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket Division C after falling 56-35 to Malta in Sunday's final in Peja, Kosovo....

5. Firefighters gain ground but Kalo Chorio wildfire remains difficult to contain

Firefighters have made progress against the wildfire that broke out following a National Guard live-fire exercise at the Kalo Chorio shooting range in Larnaca, but authorities say the operation remains challenging and a large-scale emergency response is still in place....

6. Timur Turlov announces candidacy for FIDE President

Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp. and President of the Kazakhstan Chess Federation, has announced that he will run for President of the International Chess Federation (FIDE). The leadership elections will take place on 26 and 27 September 2026 in Samarkand, during the organisation's General Assembly and alongside the 46th World Chess Olympiad....

7. Coral Cyprus and Shell Service Stations Support Natasa Lappa on Her Journey to Los Angeles 2028

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee), the company that operates the network of Shell-branded service stations in Cyprus, will support Cypriot windsurfer Natasa Lappa on her journey towards the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games....

8. Infantino’s promise

The curtain has fallen on a glittering tournament that crowned Spain as the new summit of world football. Spain may have lifted the coveted trophy, but the true winner is FIFA, and more specifically, its president, Gianni Infantino....

9. A last chance for Cyprus talks? Guterres plays his final card.

The outgoing UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is preparing to play his final card on the Cyprus issue, aiming to set in motion a strategic agreement amid Ankara’s highly controversial stance, maintaining momentum on one hand while making its red lines increasingly clear on the other....

10. Forget the football, the real match in Cyprus is about to start

"The game is starting, leave me alone now, the time has come, the game is starting. Nobody move, be quiet, the game is starting."...

11. 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....

12. Fire in Ergates brought under control after burning seven hectares

A fire that broke out on Tuesday afternoon northwest of the Ergates Industrial Area in Nicosia was brought under control after a large-scale response involving firefighters, aircraft and several government services....

13. The Grand Final Comes Alive at Alphamega Hypermarkets

14. Spain crowned world champions

While Spanish fans celebrated their victory, pub owners across Cyprus celebrated their own win too, as venues were packed with anxious football fans, awaiting the outcome of the match....

15. Turkey begins work on gas pipeline to occupied north, setting its sights on Europe

Turkey has reportedly begun building a 101-kilometer natural gas pipeline linking its southern coast to the occupied north of Cyprus, in a move that could reshape the region's energy landscape if completed....

16. Young Cypriot makes winning Wimbledon debut in under-14 event

Cypriot tennis prospect Anastasis Mosaikos enjoyed a memorable first appearance at Wimbledon, opening his campaign with a victory in the Boys' 14 & Under Singles round-robin competition....

17. A teaching job in Cyprus may no longer depend on waiting your turn

For many aspiring teachers in Cyprus, landing a permanent job can feel like a waiting game that lasts for years....

18. Monday matrix: Inland heat hits 40°C as July demands a double shot of espresso

That omnipresent seasonal low pressure is running the show today, delivering a textbook mix of intense heat and bright blue skies. For those of us working inland today, it’s a standard July cooker. Temperatures are forecast to hit a flat 40°C across the central plains....

19. Invest Cyprus honours international companies at the 14th Invest Cyprus International Investment Awards

Invest Cyprus congratulates the companies recognised at the 14th Invest Cyprus International Investment Awards, acknowledging their contribution to the growth of the Cypriot economy....

20. Social media feeding widespread youth exposure to gambling content

A substantial majority of young people in Cyprus frequently encounter gambling content on social media, driven largely by platform algorithms rather than personal choice, according to new research....

21. Cape Town to Host First African Stage of the World Schools Team Championship with Freedom Holding Corp. as General Partner

he African Continental Stage of the FIDE ISCF World Schools Team Championship 2026 (WSTC 2026) will take place from 6 to 11 July at Stellenbosch University, in Cape Town, South Africa. The event is organised by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the International School Chess Federation (ISCF) with the support of general partner Freedom Holding Corp., the parent company of Freedom24...

22. Cyprus picks up investment momentum

Cyprus is maintaining a strong grip on investment interest, primarily due to its strategic geographic location, its well-developed professional services sector, and the attractive business environment it has built....

23. Drug use rising among children as young as 14 in Cyprus, experts warn

Drug and behavioral addictions are rising in Cyprus, with more young people experimenting with substances and entering treatment programs at increasingly early ages, according to a leading addiction expert....

24. Griffon vultures breed successfully for first time in five years

Cyprus has recorded its first successful Griffon Vulture breeding season in five years, marking an important step in ongoing efforts to restore the island's critically endangered population....

25. Authorities warn against illegal camping in protected forest areas

The Department of Forests has appealed to the public to use only licensed camping facilities when visiting Cyprus' forested regions, warning that unauthorised camping is placing pressure on environmentally sensitive areas....

26. When all of Cyprus headed to Larnaca: The timeless magic of Kataklysmos (photos)

There are only a few moments during the year that have the power to bring all of Cyprus together, and Kataklysmos is certainly one of them. For generations of Cypriots, the arrival of Kataklysmos meant far more than a public holiday or a long weekend by the sea....

27. A Summer of Endless Possibilities at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

There are destinations that simply offer a holiday, and then there are places that redefine the very essence of summer. Perched along the spectacular western coastline of Cyprus, just outside the vibrant city of Paphos, where the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean meet the protected landscapes of the Akamas Peninsula, Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort invites guests to experience a season defined by effortless luxury, authentic discovery, and unforgettable moments....

28. World Cup 2026: “All matches lead to ALPHAMEGA”

The world’s biggest football event is back and ready to captivate billions of fans across the globe. And since every great match needs the perfect teammates, Alphamega Hypermarkets are kicking off the World Cup with a packed schedule of offers, prizes and surprises designed to keep the fun score climbing....

29. Kataklysmos skies and a splash of summer

It is June 1st. It is Monday. It is Kataklysmos. A weak low-pressure system and a slightly unstable air mass remain nearby today, but conditions are generally favourable for those heading to the sea or village festivities. ...

30. Families, students and pet owners set sail again from Limassol

For many Cypriots, summer does not truly begin until the Cyprus-Greece ferry pulls out of Limassol port....