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541. Cyprus sees significant uptick in new loans

In June 2024, new loans in Cyprus substantially increased, reaching €330.6 million, up from €234.9 million in May. Data from the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) show that total new loans, which include both new and renegotiated contracts, climbed to €514.9 million from €391.6 million the previous month....

542. Lufthansa flight diverted to Cyprus midway to Tel Aviv

A Lufthansa flight from Munich to Tel Aviv made an unexpected landing in Larnaca, Cyprus, according to Israeli media....

543. Dog found eating wood to survive

An allegation of dog abuse was reported to our website and shared on social media....

544. Police probe double homicide after charred bodies incident

Authorities are investigating a suspected double homicide after the discovery of two charred bodies in a burned vehicle in the Lisovouno area of Limassol....

545. Storms expected in Cyprus mountains

A seasonal low pressure system is affecting Cyprus, leading to a mix of clear skies and localized weather changes....

546. Cyprus government rakes in over €424M in surpluses this year

Cyprus has reported a substantial budget surplus of €424.5 million for the first half of 2024, a huge increase from the €62 million surplus during the same period last year. ...

547. Police look for answers after charred bodies found in burnt car

The discovery of two charred bodies in a burnt car in the area of Lystovouno, Limassol district, has left authorities grappling for answers as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the mysterious incident. ...

548. Record surge in olive oil fraud amid rising prices of 'liquid gold'

The European Union reported a record number of potential olive oil fraud and mislabeling cases in the first quarter of 2024, driven by inflationary pressures and a growing hidden market for the kitchen staple....

549. Vasilikos: Cyprus political figures and public officials to be summoned

The European Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into the construction contract of the Natural Gas Terminal (NGA) in Vasilikos, Cyprus....

550. Olympic Men's Triathlon postponed due to Seine water contamination

The men's triathlon at the Olympic Games has been postponed due to poor water quality in the River Seine, despite significant investments in infrastructure. ...

551. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank is selling an unfinished commercial building in Strovolos and other commercial, residnetal and agricultural properties that are ideal investment opportunities in Nicosia, Larnaca, Famagusta, and Paphos. ...

552. Cypriot and Swiss officials discuss migration cooperation

Cypriot Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection Nicholas Ioannides thanked his Swiss counterpart, Christine Schraner Burgener, over her country’s financing of infrastructure of the Cypriot Asylum Service. ...

553. Cyprus ranks second in EU for workers unable to afford vacations

Cyprus recorded the second-largest share of workers unable to afford vacations in 2022 among EU member states, with 25% of its workforce affected, according to an analysis of Eurostat data by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC)....

554. Hamas leader killed in alleged Israeli airstrike

Hamas's top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, has been killed in Iran, the group confirmed on Wednesday. ...

555. Gradual temperature drop ahead

Today's weather will be mostly clear, with increasing clouds over the mountains after noon, potentially leading to isolated showers. ...

556. Team USA wins bronze in men’s gymnastics for first time in 16 years

Team USA earned a bronze medal in the men’s gymnastics team final on Monday at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking their first men’s team medal in 16 years....

557. How much does it cost to stay in Limassol or Ayia Napa this August?

August remains the prime month for holidays, with the period around August 15 being especially popular. ...

558. Viral video shows hooded vandals spray painting Limassol cameras

Hooded men vandalized surveillance cameras in Limassol, an incident captured on video that has since gone viral online. ...

559. Three arrested for assault and weapon possession in Limassol

Cyprus police arrested three individuals late Sunday night during an investigation into a violent altercation in Limassol....

560. US, Germany, France, and Britain urge citizens to leave Lebanon

Germany has urged its citizens to leave Lebanon as regional tensions escalate following a deadly rocket strike on the Golan Heights....

561. FDA approves first blood test for colorectal cancer screening

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first blood test for colorectal cancer screening for average-risk adults aged 45 and older, providing a new, less invasive option for early detection....

562. Hot days ahead

A combination of seasonal low pressure and warm air masses will affect the region, leading to clear skies with occasional cloud cover, primarily in the mountainous areas....

563. Southport knife attack injures 8, including children

A knife attack in Southport, a seaside town near Liverpool, left at least eight people injured on Monday, including children, local authorities reported....

564. Driving under the influence in Cyprus: 4 years in jail

Speeding remains one of the most common traffic violations in Cyprus, but the penalties have become significantly harsher following new legislation....

565. Unlock a whole new world with the new mobile App of Ayia Napa Marina!

566. Opponent disputes Maduro's win in Venezuelan election

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has won a third term, according to the country's electoral authority, despite exit polls suggesting a decisive opposition victory....

567. Paris apologizes for religious imagery in Olympic opening show

The Paris 2024 Olympic opening ceremony, held on July 26, 2024, faced both controversy and mixed reviews. ...

568. Cyprus on alert for 40°C heatwave

The Department of Meteorology issued a yellow warning for extreme temperatures on Sunday afternoon, forecasting highs around 40 degrees Celsius for Monday, July 29, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. ...

569. Accident reveals 'mind-blowing' sulfur crystals on Mars

NASA’s Curiosity rover has made its most unusual find on Mars: rocks made of pure sulfur....

570. Iron-coated teeth found in Komodo dragons

Komodo dragons, renowned for their formidable size and venomous bite, have long fascinated scientists and the public alike. ...