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1. Flash flood in Vietnam kills 30, dozens still missing

A flash flood devastated a hamlet in northern Vietnam, killing 30 people and leaving dozens missing, as the death toll from Typhoon Yagi and its aftermath rose to 155 on Wednesday....

2. The transformation of Berengaria Hotel in Prodromos continues: an overview of current progress

The repair and renovation works at Cyprus’s most historic mountain resort, the Berengaria Hotel in Prodromos, are currently in full swing, led by the well-known residential and commercial developer BBF......

3. Google's grip on 'googling' fades as Gen Z shifts online habits

Twenty years ago, Google achieved what few companies can: its name became a verb. Merriam-Webster dictionary officially recognized “Google” as a verb, synonymous with searching for something online. ...

4. Paphos set to sparkle with ''La Traviata'' at the Aphrodite Festival

Get ready for a weekend of dazzling culture and captivating music as Paphos prepares to host one of its most anticipated events of the year! The medieval charm of Kato Paphos Castle...

5. Inflation slows as August sees small price increases

Inflation in Cyprus slowed down in August 2024, with prices rising by 1.5%, compared to a 2.11% increase in July. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the cost of living, went up slightly from 117.73 to 118.10....

6. Fifth body yet to be retrieved as Sicilian rescue efforts continue

The search for the sixth and final missing person from a sunken superyacht off the coast of Sicily is set to resume this morning....

7. 30 Years of Excellence: Celebrating Coral Beach Hotel & Resort's Milestone Anniversary

Coral Beach Hotel & Resort, part of the esteemed Leptos Calypso Hotels, is poised to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a grand event on September 18th, 2024,...

8. TUI halts day trips to occupied areas of Cyprus

TUI, Europe’s largest tour operator, has announced that it will stop organizing day trips from the free areas of Cyprus to the occupied territories starting August 31. ...

9. Paphos tourist season mirrors 2023, July arrivals expected to match 2019

The 2024 tourist season in Paphos is expected to mirror 2023 levels but fall short of the strong numbers seen in 2019, except for July, which might match 2019 arrivals, according to Euripides Loizides, President of the Paphos Hoteliers Association....

10. Cyprus inflation slows to 2.4% in July

Consumer prices in Cyprus are rising more slowly, with the annual inflation rate dropping to 2.4% in July, down from 3% in June, according to the Statistical Service of Cyprus (Cystat)....

11. EU Commissioner salaries: Over €310,000 a year

As the European Commission prepares to unveil its 26 new Commissioners, Cyprus has nominated former Minister and Professor Kostas Kadis for the role....

12. Limassol’s recurring pollution problem: Calls for stronger government action

A recurring pollution problem in the Limassol sea has once again provoked strong reactions from citizens, highlighting a lack of coordination among state departments. ...

13. Greece and the ferry-tale nightmare

The ferry boat situation in Greece is rapidly becoming an unfortunate stain on the very fabric of the country. As someone who not only vacations in Greece, I also own, operate, and conduct business there in the tourism sector....

14. Fake contests and phishing scams surge, warns Cyprus Consumers Association

The Cyprus Consumers Association (CSC) has issued a warning about a surge in consumer fraud, where cunning individuals employ various tricks to extort money from unsuspecting victims. ...

15. Cyprus beach cleanups remove 110 kg of waste

In a series of recent beach cleanup events held across Cyprus, beachgoers and volunteers came together to collect more than 110 kilograms of waste as part of the "Keep our Sand and Sea Plastic Free" project....

16. Caught on camera! Your guide to traffic cams across Cyprus—so you don’t get caught!

Cyprus has expanded its road safety measures with 29 fixed cameras and 20 mobile cameras now in operation across key locations in the free areas of the island. This initiative aims to reduce serious accidents and enhance road safety awareness....

17. Cyprus tourism holds steady despite Middle East tensions

According to Kathimerini's Apostolos Tomaras, tourism in Cyprus remains strong despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The summer season has shown a slight increase in tourist arrivals compared to last year, with current figures indicating a positive trend. Tourism receipts up to May have mirrored this performance, suggesting that Cyprus' tourism sector is holding steady....

18. Authorities issue new evacuation orders as Attica fire spreads

Hundreds of firefighters are battling a fierce blaze in northeast Attica that ignited Sunday afternoon in Varnavas and has since spread to Penteli, endangering Nea Makri. Despite the extensive efforts of emergency services, the fire has rapidly intensified....

19. Pyla, Finikoudes, and Mackenzie beaches to get major cleanup

In an ongoing effort to improve Larnaca's tourism offerings and meet the growing expectations of visitors, the Larnaca Tourism Board, in collaboration with the city municipality and hotels in the Pyla tourist area, has launched a thorough beach sand cleanup operation....

20. Cypriots flock to the coast for summer holidays despite rising prices

Coastal areas remain the top choice for Cypriots' domestic summer holidays, with destinations like Ayia Napa, Protaras, Paphos, Limassol, and Larnaca seeing high demand, according to the Cyprus Hotels Association (PASYXE)....

21. Famagusta to target global tourists with new campaign

22. Controversy as 2.7M tourists flock to occupied Cyprus

According to Halkin Sesi, citing data on tourism in the pseudo-state, the occupied territories in Cyprus saw an influx of 2.7 million third-country nationals in the first five months of 2024....

23. Violent anti-immigration protests shake Northern England (vid)

Anti-immigration protests erupted into violence across northern England on Sunday, marking a significant challenge for new Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government. Demonstrations, triggered by the recent murder of three girls in Southport, turned destructive as protesters vandalized property and clashed with police....

24. Cyprus inflation slows in July after three months of rising costs

Inflation in Cyprus took a breather in July after three months of climbing prices. According to new figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service, the cost of living went up by 2.1% in July. ...

25. Athens on high alert over possible Israeli target attack

The National Intelligence Service (EYP) and counterterrorism authorities in Greece are on heightened alert after receiving a warning from foreign security services about a potential attack on an Israeli interest in Greece....

26. Cypriot students face €1,100 rents in Limassol

Rising rental prices are placing significant strain on individuals seeking housing in Cyprus and Greece, with particular challenges faced by incoming university students. ...

27. Anastasiades speaks out on Cyprus solution, corruption, and political ties

In one of his most candid interviews to date, former President Nicos Anastasiades discussed the Cyprus problem and the talks held in Crans-Montana with Marina Economides in "K". ...

28. Spain, Portugal, and Morocco to hit 46°C this week

British families heading to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco this week are being warned to brace for a severe heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach up to 46°C....

29. Paphos hotel pool fumes hospitalize 26, two arrested

Paphos police are intensively investigating an incident at a hotel swimming pool in Geroskipou that resulted in 26 guests being hospitalized. ...

30. Online travel booking scams skyrocket

Scams involving online booking platforms have exploded over the past 18 months, with fraudsters increasingly targeting tourists, according to a report by Kathimerini.gr....