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1. Petrolina, Race Sponsor of the Petrolina 10km Energy race at the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon

Demonstrating its long-standing commitment to supporting sport, Petrolina participated in the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon for the first time. The event took place on Sunday, 18 January 2026, with Petrolina sponsoring the ‘Petrolina 10km Energy Race’....

2. Lace up or lock up as thousands of runners take over Nicosia tomorrow

Nicosia will be at the center of a major international sporting event tomorrow, Sunday 18 January, as the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon brings more than 8,000 runners and visitors into the capital. ...

3. Cyprus farmers push back against EU–South America trade deal

Cyprus’ farmers are not mincing words over the EU’s new trade deal with South America, warning it could land a heavy blow on local agriculture, from higher costs and tougher competition to big questions about what ends up on our plates....

4. The diplomatic footprint of ceremony

The President of the Republic engaged today in a marathon of meetings, just hours before the Opening Ceremony of the Cypriot Presidency. These meetings were rich in symbolism and carried a clear diplomatic imprint, setting the tone for the priorities of the Cypriot Presidency...

5. ETYK and banks seal long-awaited collective agreement

“White smoke” has finally emerged after marathon negotiations between the Cyprus Union of Bank Employees (ETYK) and the country’s banks, regarding the long-pending collective agreement that has remained unresolved since late 2022....

6. Winter Olympics flame lit in Olympia, begins its journey to Italy

The Olympic flame for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games was lit this week in Olympia, the very place where the ancient Games began more than 2,700 years ago....

7. Petrolina: Grand Sponsor of the 8th Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon

Petrolina, the Grand Sponsor since the very first year of the Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon, continues to energise one of Cyprus’s most significant sporting events....

8. BoC Fintech Hackathon 6.0: Explore themes and how to join

We are delighted to invite you to the informational Open Day of the BoC Fintech Hackathon 6.0, during which the objectives, thematic areas, and the hackathon process will be presented....

9. Police to test cigarette butts in probe of deadly Limassol wildfire

Cigarette butts found at the scene of the Limassol mountain blaze that killed two people will undergo forensic testing, Cyprus’ police chief told lawmakers Friday, as officials clashed over whether the fire should be treated as arson....

10. A government dodging responsibility

While much of Cypriot society demanded that the president assign responsibility for the deadly wildfire and issue a sincere apology, a marathon debate in Parliament revealed ministers and civil servants seemingly free of blame....

11. Larnaca bus strike hits the brakes after 10 days

After ten days off the road, Larnaca’s public bus drivers will be back behind the wheel tomorrow morning....

12. Cyprus Basketball Federation joins forces with TELETHON

13. Limassol implements 30 km/h speed limit in city center

A maximum speed limit of 30 kilometers per hour is now in effect on specific streets in the historic center of Limassol, according to an official announcement issued today by the Limassol Municipality....

14. Cyprus woos Wall Street as bankers back presidential pitch in the U.S.

Cypriot bankers have expressed their satisfaction with President Christodoulides' recent visit to the United States, where he promoted Cyprus as an attractive destination for investment. ...

15. Trump unveils $5M ‘Trump Card’ for citizenship. Is it right out of the Cyprus playbook?

In classic Trump fashion, the president made headlines yet again—this time mid-air aboard Air Force One—by unveiling a new “Trump Card” aimed at wealthy foreign investors....

16. Dynamic presence of Petrolina at the OPAP Limassol Marathon 2025

Once again, Petrolina's contribution to the organization of the OPAP Limassol Marathon was dynamic. The marathon took place on March 22nd - 23rd, 2025, with a number of participants exceeding 17,000 runners from Cyprus and abroad....

17. Hunters roast meat, not just game, on Nicosia-Limassol highway in protest

Drivers on Sunday, expecting a smooth ride home after the Limassol Marathon, instead found themselves stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic on the Nicosia-Limassol highway....

18. Students use their creative touch to design Run for Autism Half Marathon medal

The medal for the upcoming ''Run for Autism Half Marathon,'' scheduled for Sunday, April 6, was unveiled at a press conference in Ayia Napa on March 18....

19. World awaits Moscow’s response to US-Ukraine ceasefire deal

After marathon talks in Saudi Arabia between the United States and Ukraine, the stage is now set for a potential shift in the ongoing war with Russia....

20. Budget passed, now it’s time for gifts, Santa suits, and a holiday twirl (pics and video)

After days of intense discussions, debates, and bill votes, Cyprus' MPs finally got a well-deserved break to celebrate the holiday season in style....

21. Road closures for Quantum Marathon on December 7-8, 2024

The Quantum Nicosia Marathon will take place on Sunday, 8 December 8 2024, with over 4,000 runners participating. ...

22. Petrolina as Major Sponsor of the 7th Radisson Blu International Larnaka Marathon

On Sunday, November 17, Larnaka will welcome thousands of runners who will participate in one of the seven race routes of the 7th Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon, one of the country’s most significant sporting events....

23. BoC Fintech Hackathon 5.0: Fintech Ideas that can change the world!

The number of registrations exceeded all expectations since more than 200 people and more than 25 teams participated....

24. Ongoing wildfire battle: Attica firefighters tackle new outbreaks

Firefighting efforts are ongoing through the night to control wildfires in northeast Attica, primarily affecting the Mount Penteli and Lake Marathon areas. ...

25. 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....

26. Paris bids farewell to Olympics with stunning closing ceremony

The Olympic flame was extinguished Sunday as French swimmer Léon Marchand took one last breath, bringing an end to the Paris Summer Games....

27. Cyprus ready to help Greece as massive wildfire threatens Athens

Cyprus is prepared to assist Greece as a major wildfire rages northeast of Athens, causing significant disruption and damage. The Cyprus Fire Service, led by Chief Fire Officer Nikos Longinos, is in close contact with Greek officials, including Lieutenant General Theodoros Vagias of the Greek Fire Brigade, to coordinate potential support efforts....

28. Winds whisk away the blazing heat today

Today, brace yourselves for mostly clear skies but expect some clouds to gather in the afternoon, especially over the mountains. Winds will start off light to moderate from the southwest to northwest at 3 to 4 Beaufort,...

29. 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. ...

30. Dynamic presence of Petrolina at the OPAP Limassol Marathon 2024

Once again, Petrolina's contribution to the organization of the OPAP Limassol Marathon was dynamic. The marathon took place on April 13th - 14th, 2024, with a record number of participants exceeding 17,000 runners from Cyprus and abroad....