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61. Four minors held in Limassol beer hall bombing investigation

Four minors have been detained in connection with a bombing at a beer hall in the Zakaki area of Limassol, police said Monday....

62. Cyprus bunkers: Where the real danger might be the flying office chair

With the situation between Iran and Israel growing more tense by the day, Cypriot authorities have been reminding the public to be ''prepared'' just in case the island gets accidentally (or intentionally) caught in the crossfire....

63. PwC Cyprus organizes consecutive leadership events designed to equip family and small businesses with strategic insights and practical tools to foster growth.

PwC Cyprus, under the auspices of the Cyprus-UK Business Association and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), and with the support of the British High Commission,...

64. High temperatures

It’s around ten in the morning and there’s not a trace of shade anywhere. The sun is scalding, striking the concrete hard and bouncing back with even greater fury. I regret not bringing my straw hat....

65. 78 dead in Israeli strikes on Iran, dozens wounded as tensions continue to escalate

At least 78 people were killed and more than 320 injured after Israel launched a sweeping series of airstrikes across Iran early Friday, targeting nuclear and military facilities in what officials described as a response to Tehran’s continued threats and regional aggression....

66. e-kalathi goes live as Cyprus’ new price-checking app aims to ease the grocery bill

A new digital tool aimed at helping Cypriot consumers fight rising prices officially launched Thursday. The platform, called e-kalathi, allows shoppers to compare prices of everyday goods across major supermarkets in real time, potentially saving families money at a time when inflation is still biting....

67. God save the King...and the grid: Politics, power, and sheepish wolves in Cyprus

In today’s royal photo op, the president raises a toast to our dearly beloved King Charles, who celebrated his birthday yesterday. God save the King, from the Queen. Cheers....

68. From the Mekong to the Med: How Cyprus and Cambodia are crafting a new global alliance

In an exclusive with His Excellency Salah Essa, Honorary Consul of Cyprus to Cambodia, we uncover how two countries, thousands of kilometers apart, are finding common ground in trade, tourism, and cultural exchange. ...

69. Despite AHK chief’s assurances, technocrats push for higher power rate hike

Even though the chairman of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (AHK), Giorgos Petrou, recently stated that the AHK would be requesting only a modest 3% electricity price hike, the utility’s technocrats are still pushing for an increase of up to 7.5% before VAT....

70. 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....

71. Cash back coming as 2013 crisis victims set for payouts in 2025

A long-awaited boost is on the way for individuals hit hardest by Cyprus’ 2013 banking crisis. On June 6, the National Solidarity Fund (NSF) Committee finalized the structure of the 2025 Loss Compensation Plan, set to roll out later this summer....

72.  Experts puzzled by unusual seismic activity linked to earthquake at Mount Athos

A flurry of unusual seismic activity, centered offshore near Mount Athos, home to ancient Orthodox monasteries, has scientists puzzled and on high alert....

73. Cyprus and China hail 'excellent' bilateral relations in high-level meeting

The “excellent” level of relations between Cyprus and China was underscored Friday during a meeting between House of Representatives President Annita Demetriou and Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the Communist Party of China’s Central Committee, who is visiting the island....

74. Knife attack in Limassol leaves 23-year-old hospitalized

Two men of Indian origin were attacked by four others from their community early Wednesday in Limassol. A 23-year-old victim was stabbed and hospitalized in stable condition....

75. What don’t you understand?

The joint statement by APOEL, Anorthosis, Apollon, and Ethnikos regarding their debts to the state starts off, right from the first paragraph, accusing unnamed parties of populism, without ever clarifying what they mean....

76. Cyprus rolls out digital fan card and launches new tech-focused high school

Cypriots are already jumping on board the newly launched Digital Fan Card, with more than 1,000 people signing up within the first 24 hours, according to Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis....

77. 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:...

78. payabl. launches Virtual Business Cards to empower smarter business spending

Leading European financial technology provider, payabl. has launched its Virtual Business Cards service, a digital payment solution designed to give businesses greater control, security, and visibility over their spending....

79. Freedom24 hits 100K users in Greece, driven by digital-savvy investors

80. EAC admits fire risk in thousands of homes

Thousands of homes in Cyprus may be at risk of fire, electric shock, or damage to appliances due to faulty circuit breakers, and for the first time, the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is acknowledging the problem....

81. 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....

82. Half of teens wish the internet didn’t exist, survey finds

Nearly half of teenagers say they’d rather grow up in a world without the internet, according to a new UK study highlighting the growing concerns young people have about the impact of social media on their mental health....

83. Today's weather, lightly seasoned with dust and drama

A weak low-pressure system is loitering in the area, not doing much except kicking up some dust and making the air feel like it needs a good sweep. Don’t worry, the dust will start to settle tomorrow, possibly out of boredom....

84. ''He shot me'': Man names alleged killer before dying in Rafina vineyard

In a chilling twist straight out of a crime drama, a 41-year-old man managed to name his alleged killer just moments before dying from a gunshot wound to the head in a vineyard in Rafina, a semi-urban area east of Athens....

85. Cultivating success stories of innovation: Deloitte’s exclusive event celebrating tech start-ups

Deloitte has long championed and supported innovation and entrepreneurship, spearheading various initiatives throughout the region....

86. 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....

87. Thousands of property claims filed in occupied North, only a fraction settled

More than 8,000 applications have been filed with the "real estate committee" in the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus, but just over 2,000 cases have been resolved, according to its chairwoman, Novber Ferit Vejhi....

88. Jordan pulls the plug on imports from occupied North Cyprus

Jordan has stopped importing halloumi and similar cheeses from the Turkish-occupied north of Cyprus, becoming the third country to pull out of that market in recent months, after Lebanon and Qatar....

89. 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....

90. New brand identity: CRIVIT on the way to becoming the strongest movement brand in Europe

The CRIVIT brand presents the launch of the first international omnichannel campaign, "FIND YOUR MOVE". The campaign brings the joy of movement to TV screens, social media, and Lidl stores in over 30 countries. ...