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61. Return to single-buyer electricity market proposed for Cyprus

A debate has emerged over the structure of Cyprus’s electricity market after Odysseas Michaelides suggested that electricity prices could fall if the country returned to a centralized purchasing system dominated by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (AHK)....

62. Cyprus weighs energy measures if oil prices climb above $100

The situation in the Middle East is raising concerns, while Europe says it is preparing for a longer period of instability that could include disruptions in shipping, higher energy prices, and inflationary pressures. These remarks were made Monday in Brussels by Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis in the presence of Kathimerini, noting that energy remains at the center of attention....

63. Cyprus moves to protect tourism as Government counters travel advisories

Tourism stakeholders in Cyprus will need to work hard in the coming months to prevent serious damage to the sector, which contributes more than 7 percent to the country’s GDP. ...

64. Dubai’s busy streets and hotels fall quiet as conflict scares off tourists

Dubai, a city known for packed beaches, luxury shopping and nonstop energy, is suddenly unusually quiet....

65. Cyprus brings in international PR team to rebuild tourism confidence

The government and tourism stakeholders are joining forces in a coordinated effort to safeguard Cyprus’ international image, stressing that the country remains safe and that daily life continues under normal conditions....

66. Authorities urge calm as foot-and-mouth disease measures increase

Cyprus’ Veterinary Services are urging livestock farmers to strictly follow disease-control measures as authorities continue efforts to contain outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease, one of the most contagious animal viruses....

67. Foot-and-mouth battle intensifies, threatening farms and food prices

The fight against foot-and-mouth disease continues to escalate in the Larnaca district, with the situation taking increasingly worrying proportions in recent weeks. ...

68. Sharp drop in bookings for March and April forces hotels to shut down or delay reopening

Cyprus’ hotel industry is facing growing pressure after a wave of booking cancellations for the early spring months, creating uncertainty for hundreds of businesses and their employees....

69. European Conference on Sustainable Tourism

The European Conference on Sustainable Tourism, held in Nicosia, marked the 20th anniversary of the Cyprus Sustainable Tourism Initiative (CSTI), bringing together more than 300 participants from across Europe and beyond, including two European Commissioners among the speakers....

70. AI diagnosed the patient before doctors did...and Cyprus may be next

Inside the Landmark Hotel last week, conversations about healthcare sounded less like policy debates and more like glimpses into the future....

71. Cyprus: A geopolitical hub in a shifting power landscape

After the October 7 massacre, the brutal Hamas attack and Israel’s long, largely disproportionate counteroffensive in Gaza, Cyprus had an unexpected opportunity: to send a message to the international community that went beyond the usual lens of the “Cyprus problem” and to emerge as a rare “Western anchor” in a volatile region. ...

72. Panic buying hit supermarkets last Monday as Middle East tensions rose

Panic buying swept through Cyprus’ retail market at the start of the week, as anxious consumers rushed to supermarkets amid growing tensions in the Middle East and reports of attacks near the British bases at RAF Akrotiri....

73. BATTLEFIELD ReDEFiNED 2026

''BATTLEFIELD ReDEFiNED 2026'', the largest defence and security conference and exhibition in Cyprus, has successfully concluded....

74. Strait of Hormuz crisis leaves 35,000 sailors and cruise passengers stranded in Gulf

About 20,000 merchant sailors and roughly 15,000 cruise passengers are currently unable to leave the Arabian Gulf as tensions between the United States and Iran threaten maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Nations’ shipping agency....

75. Middle East war pushes oil and gas prices higher, raising fears for consumers

The war in the Middle East is shaking the global energy market and pushing fuel prices higher, raising concerns that ordinary consumers, especially in Europe, will soon feel the impact....

76. Cypriots packing emergency backpacks

It took a little more than 24 hours for the flames of war that Israel and the US ignited in the Middle East to reach Cyprus. Before midnight on Sunday, when the British Air Force base in Akrotiri was hit by a drone, any talk of war shelters, ...

77. Cyprus ramps up culling  as authorities race to contain foot-and-mouth outbreak

Authorities are intensifying efforts to contain the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease affecting livestock units in the Larnaca district, with thousands of animals either already culled or scheduled for destruction in the coming days....

78. Purdue partners with University of Nicosia-Athens to advance research collaboration and online learning in Europe

79. India–Cyprus business summit goes ahead despite regional tensions

Even as regional tensions disrupted travel plans and kept many participants away, the India–Cyprus Business & Investment Summit 2026 moved forward Tuesday in Nicosia, underscoring growing economic ties between the two countries and a shared push to turn diplomacy into business opportunities....

80. Cyprus businesses on alert due to Middle East conflict

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing concern among Cyprus’ business community, prompting local organizations to emphasize caution, careful monitoring, and readiness to respond to any disruptions....

81. 48 flight cancellations hit Cyprus airports amid Middle East war escalation

Dozens of flights were cancelled at Cyprus’ two international airports on Sunday as escalating war in the Middle East sent shockwaves through global aviation, leaving travelers stranded and forcing airlines to halt regional routes....

82. Cyprus retail market holds steady despite foot-and-mouth outbreak

Consumers are continuing to shop as usual, with no signs of hesitation or fear following the latest crisis triggered by the detection of foot-and-mouth disease cases in 11 livestock units affecting roughly 14,000 animals. ...

83. Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) certified as a Great Place To Work®

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee), a leader in the energy and fuel sector in Cyprus, is proud to announce its official certification as a Great Place To Work®. This distinction marks a significant milestone, confirming the company’s steadfast commitment to fostering a people-centric, supportive, and fair working environment....

84. Culling of thousands of animals begins as Cyprus fights foot-and-mouth outbreak

Authorities in Cyprus have begun culling livestock in areas affected by foot-and-mouth disease, a measure aimed at containing the outbreak that has already hit hundreds of animals....

85. Cyprus’ shadow network for recruiting foreign workers

An extensive, largely unseen system for recruiting foreign workers appears to have been operating for years behind the official structures of Cyprus’ labor market....

86. Foot-and-mouth disease confirmed in Larnaca farm, authorities take swift action

Authorities have confirmed a case of foot-and-mouth disease at a cattle farm in Livadia, Larnaca, prompting immediate containment measures....

87. The Junior and Senior School: Pitch Point 2026 debuts successfully

The Junior and Senior School, on 31st January, successfully and proudly hosted Pitch Point 2026, its first-ever entrepreneurship-focused event, bringing together over 70 students from different schools around Cyprus, educators, and industry leaders for an inspiring day of innovation, creativity, and collaboration....

88. Petrolina at the forefront of technology, youth innovation and education

Demonstrating its longstanding support for education and the promotion of learning and innovation, Petrolina participated in the 4th Youth Tech Festival, held on the 7th of February at The Warehouse by IT Quarter in Limassol....

89. AI could wipe out most office jobs within 18 months, tech leader warns

Fears about artificial intelligence reshaping the job market are growing, especially among younger workers, as new figures and industry warnings suggest major changes could happen sooner than many expected....

90.  BATTLEFIELD ReDEFiNED 2026: The Premier Defence and Security Event Returns to Nicosia

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), the Cyprus Association of Research and Innovation Enterprises (CARIE), and C.D Multimedia Services Ltd. are pleased to announce the organization of the International Defence and Security Conference and Exhibition, "BATTLEFIELD ReDEFiNED 2026."...