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211. EIF and Eurobank join forces to channel €62.5 million in new financing to Cypriot SMEs and start-ups

The European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group) today announced the first InvestEU Guarantee transaction in Cyprus, marking a major milestone in bringing EU-backed financing closer to Cypriot businesses....

212. Cemetery horror as 30 cats found dead in suspected poisoning (video)

A grim discovery at Sfalangiotissa cemetery has left animal lovers in Limassol reeling. On Saturday, September 20, nearly 30 cats were found dead, with foam at their mouths and injuries suggesting deliberate poisoning....

213. Pristine Pentakomo at risk as court battle brews over new port

A quiet stretch of southern Cyprus is suddenly at the center of a storm. The Pentakomo port project, which plans a 360-meter harbor to support aquaculture, has raised serious concerns among environmental groups, and now the public is paying attention....

214. Domestic worker detained for alleged sexual abuse of child

Police have detained a 24-year-old domestic worker in connection with a sexual abuse case involving a minor, authorities said Monday....

215. Lidl launches international campaign ''Lidl. More to Value.'' with a clear message to the people

Today, Lidl launches its first international brand campaign in 31 European countries under the claim “Lidl. More to Value.”. This campaign is more than just an advertising message - it is a promise and an emotional bridge to our customers....

216. Man accused of scamming €76K from Paphos apartment rentals

Police in Paphos have arrested a 33-year-old man accused of siphoning off more than €76,000 in rental income from apartments he was supposed to manage on behalf of their owner....

217. Man arrested over assault on mobile camera operator

A 36-year-old man was arrested Sunday after allegedly assaulting a Brinks camera operator and causing damage to equipment, police said....

218. Elderly woman dies after being hit by car on Protaras Avenue

Authorities are investigating the death of an 89-year-old woman who was struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in Paralimni on Friday evening....

219. Police detain 16 migrants, arrest 9 in human trafficking bust

Cypriot police intercepted 16 irregular migrants, including eight minors, in the village of Peristerona on Thursday evening, while arresting nine people suspected of aiding human trafficking....

220. Jordi van den Bussche at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

221. Wizz Air Celebrates Huge Milestones of 10 Million Passengers in Cyprus and 5 Years of Operations at its Larnaka base With a Day Full of Surprises!

Wizz Air, Cyprus’ market leader airline, celebrated earlier today the milestone of 10 million passengers to and from Cyprus, as well as the 5th anniversary of its base in Larnaka....

222. Weather forecast: Mostly clear skies, occasional “why is it so hot?” moments

A seasonal low-pressure system has decided to make an appearance, and it brought a friend: very strong northerly winds later tonight. ...

223. 15-year-old girl found in car with 39-year-old man and drugs

A 15-year-old girl was discovered Thursday morning in a car in Limassol alongside a 39-year-old man and bags of what police say could be illegal drugs, sparking a major investigation....

224. Drama in Nicosia as man arrested with shotgun

Police in Nicosia rushed to a tense scene Thursday afternoon after reports of a man armed with a shotgun inside a building and threatening another person....

225. YMCA for Trump, £150 Billion for the U.K. (video)

President Donald Trump wrapped up his whirlwind second state visit to the United Kingdom on Thursday with a mix of politics, pomp, and a surprise musical moment that had onlookers grinning....

226. Christodoulides heads to Canada to court investors

President Nikos Christodoulides is traveling to Toronto this week to showcase Cyprus as a prime destination for international investment, the government said Wednesday....

227. Cyprus laws shielded Limassol resident from Interpol arrest

The arrest of Russian-born businessman Igor Grechuskin in Bulgaria is stirring fresh debate in Cyprus, where the man once lived and reportedly held a Cypriot passport. ...

228. Democracy in decay

As reckless and ruthless as the cold-blooded killing of Charlie Kirk was in the decayed and polarized America of Donald Trump, a democracy sliding daily deeper into darkness, the reactions both within and beyond the United States are equally disturbing and erratic....

229. Police probe drug, crime allegations after mayor’s information

Police launched multiple investigations into drug-related and other illegal activities after receiving information earlier this year from Paphos Mayor Phedon Phedonos, authorities said Wednesday....

230. Cyprus faces alarming surge in online child abuse content

Police in Cyprus are raising the alarm over a growing number of cases involving child sexual abuse material, with 100 incidents already reported in the first half of 2025 alone. The figure adds to previous years’ troubling numbers: 208 cases in 2024, 203 in 2023, and more than 200 annually since 2021....

231. Pentakomo tech park attracts global investors

The long-discussed Pentakomo Technology Park project is finally showing signs of serious progress, with both Cypriot and foreign investors expressing concrete interest, officials say....

232. Paphos mayor urges action as housing becomes out of reach for locals

The mayor of Paphos, Phaedon Phaedonos, warned Tuesday that rising real estate prices are making it increasingly difficult for ordinary Cypriots to rent or buy homes, calling on the government to take immediate action....

233. Bus driver arrested in Larnaca for drunk driving

Police arrested a 58-year-old bus driver Tuesday morning after stopping his public transport vehicle on the Avdellero–Athienou road for a routine check....

234. Netanyahu calls in influencers as Israel faces global backlash over Gaza

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Tuesday that Israel risks economic and diplomatic isolation over international criticism of its military actions in Gaza and called for a major investment in media and social media influence campaigns to protect the country’s reputation....

235. Man arrested in Cyprus after Europol child pornography tip

Cyprus Police say they are stepping up their fight against online child abuse after arresting a 30-year-old man in a case that began with a Europol tip....

236. Morfou raids expose undocumented workers and labour violations

Cypriot authorities conducted a coordinated inspection in the Morfou district on Thursday, uncovering cases of illegal employment and unlawful work....

237. Cyprus Forestry College reopens with first class in nearly a decade

The Cyprus Forestry College welcomed 20 students Monday as it reopened for the first time in almost 10 years, marking what officials called a milestone for forestry education on the island....

238. Woman accuses priest of €150,000 scam

A woman in Limassol has filed a complaint against her spiritual advisor, alleging he persuaded her to hand over €150,000, claiming he was facing serious financial difficulties....

239. Graham Fink at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2025

The Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, the country’s flagship conference on technology, innovation, and society, returns on October 9, 2025, at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre. One of this year’s speakers is Graham Fink, a globally renowned creative visionary, who will explore ‘AI’s Role in Creativity.’...

240. Can Cyprus become Europe’s fire shield?

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed setting up a new European firefighting hub in Cyprus, a first-of-its-kind plan that could boost fire protection in the region, but so far, it’s long on promise and short on details....