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1. Even your background music now comes with a bill

That playlist humming in the background of a café, the radio playing at the barber shop or the television in a holiday apartment may seem like a small part of doing business. In Cyprus, however, it could come with an additional bill....

2. #PoliticsBlog: Averof, Annita, Christodoulides and the lifeguards

At this time of year, as everyone slowly starts coming back from vacation, our thoughts keep drifting to young Nikos. He skipped the break so he could dig in hard for the next chapter of the Cyprus problem, a chapter some might call pure fantasy. ...

3. Monday forecast gives desk-bound workers a break from the heat, but brings afternoon hail

The post-Assumption holiday workweek kicks off with a continuation of the unstable weather pattern. If you are one of the brave few back at your desk while half the island is still extend-vacationing on the coast, at least you won't have to deal with stifling 40°C heat today....

4. How to summer like a local: 30+ unforgettable Cyprus experiences

What does the perfect Cyprus summer look like? A sunset in Pomos, an after-work swim, mahalepi by the sea, or dinner in a mountain village?...

5. August 14: The date Cyprus cannot forget

For much of the world, Aug. 14 is simply another summer day. In Cyprus, it arrives carrying three different memories, war, a killing witnessed by an entire island, and an aviation disaster that claimed 121 lives....

6. How do you solve a problem like Maria? One ‘Xronia Polla’ at a time

If you have a Maria, Mary, Maroula, Panayiota, or Panayiotis in your contacts, consider this your reminder. If you have several, perhaps start sending messages now....

7. Friday brings 39°C inland heat and afternoon thunderstorms for the long weekend

The country has unplugged, packed the car, and fled to the beach or the Troodos pines. At least the weather is actually cooperating with the vacation mood by breaking the 40°C streak, though Mother Nature might throw a few surprise thunderclaps and hail into your long-weekend mountain plans....

8. Police step up security and traffic checks for August 15 weekend

Cyprus Police will increase patrols and traffic controls during the August 15 holiday weekend, with additional measures planned from Friday, August 14, through Sunday, August 16....

9. A cheaper holiday deal cost her more than €2,200

A 32-year-old woman thought she was saving money on her accommodation. Instead, she lost more than €2,200 to an online scam....

10. Prisoners released early to ease overcrowding

A number of prisoners are walking free from Cyprus’ Central Prisons starting Wednesday, as authorities try to ease overcrowding inside the prison system....

11. Leaving your dog at a pet hotel? Soon you may know if it is licensed

For many people in Cyprus, going on holiday begins with one important question: Who will look after the dog?...

12. Limassol hotels reach 90% occupancy in August

Hotels in Limassol are recording strong demand in August, with occupancy at around 90% and bookings now broadly matching the levels seen during the same month last year....

13. Blood donation appeal issued over low blood stocks in Cyprus

Blood stocks across Cyprus have reached critical levels, with health authorities urging people to donate blood as demand remains high and scheduled donation sessions are expected to fall well short of daily requirements....

14. What could change for your pensions with the new reform?

The finishing touches are being put on the pension reform bill today. Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas is presenting the proposed measures to Finance Minister Makis Keravnos, with the aim of securing final approval and assessing their impact on public finances....

15. Family holiday in Limassol ends in tragedy after swimmer disappears at sea

A family holiday in Cyprus ended in tragedy on Tuesday after a 34-year-old man from Jerusalem disappeared while swimming off the coast of Limassol and was later found dead, according to Israeli media....

16. That €3 parcel charge brought Customs nearly €2 million in one month

That small €3 charge on goods ordered from outside the European Union has quickly added up, bringing Cyprus Customs nearly €2 million in its first month....

17. A mountain break for less: Who qualifies for Cyprus’ holiday subsidy?

For many families and pensioners in Cyprus, even a few nights away can be difficult to afford. Hotel prices, meals, and transport quickly add up, especially when household budgets are already stretched....

18. Passenger’s €57,000 watch haul ends with €15,000 bill at Larnaca Airport

A passenger arriving at Larnaca Airport with three luxury watches in his suitcase ended up paying more than €15,000 before his journey was over....

19. The €55 million deal that topped Cyprus' property market

Land dominated Cyprus' biggest property transactions during the first half of 2026, with Limassol recording the largest sale of the year and investors continuing to target development sites across the island....

20. Holiday turns to nightmare as tourists flee Greek wildfire by boat

What began as a summer getaway quickly turned into a desperate escape on Friday, as hundreds of people were forced to flee a fast-moving wildfire in central Greece, some by fishing boat after the flames blocked the only road out....

21. 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....

22. More Than a Stay: Minthis Residence Experience

At Minthis, the privacy and freedom of a luxury home—complete with a private infinity pool and attentive concierge service—meet effortless access to the resort’s wellness, championship golf and dining experiences. Designed for families and friends, every stay unfolds at your own pace, offering exceptional comfort within a landscape shaped by nature. ...

23. 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....

24. Hotels may be busy, but Cyprus is earning far less from tourism

The beaches are busy, hotel pools are full, and flights continue to arrive, but Cyprus' tourism industry is earning significantly less money than it did this time last year....

25. Hundreds of thousands flee as violent wildfires sweep western Europe

Emergency operations across France and Spain are attempting to contain severe wildfires that have forced nearly 270,000 people from their homes. ...

26. More than 100 Turkish Cypriot properties declared unsafe after safety checks

More than 100 Turkish Cypriot properties across Cyprus have been deemed unsafe following hundreds of inspections carried out after the deadly collapse of an apartment building in Germasogeia earlier this year....

27. Dreaming of buying a home? Eurobank launches a guide to make the mortgage journey less confusing

For many couples in Cyprus, the dream of owning a home often begins with a late-night conversation....

28. Leptos Estates Launches Bel Air Gardens, a New Garden-Inspired Residential Community in Yeroskipou

Leptos Estates announces the launch of Bel Air Gardens, a new residential development in Yeroskipou, Paphos, created for a balanced and connected way of life. Combining 112 contemporary residences with landscaped outdoor spaces, a central swimming pool and a welcoming community environment, the development introduces a fresh lifestyle concept just minutes from the city and the beach....

29. Lidl Cyprus continues its dynamic benefits with 14 salaries per year

30. Tuesday’s outlook: Sun with that familiar inland sizzle

The seasonal low pressure is still keeping watch over the island, delivering a completely dry, mostly clear, and highly predictable summer day. The temperature distribution today offers a little something for everyone, depending on how close you are to the water....