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1. EU-funded project restores Kanakaria church in occupied Cyprus

Conservation work has been completed at the monastery and church of Panagia Kanakaria in Lythrangomi, in Turkish-occupied Karpasia....

2. AI surge turns ''dream tech jobs'' into a struggle

The promise of high-paying tech careers is colliding with the harsh reality of artificial intelligence. Jobs long considered the ''careers of the future'' are now disappearing almost overnight, leaving graduates in computer science, software engineering, and programming scrambling for work....

3. Cyprus property market sizzles in July

Even though July marks the start of summer holidays for Cypriots, the month delivered a strong push to the property market....

4. Cyprus’ tourism hits new highs, but winter still gets the cold shoulder

Cyprus’ tourism industry may be smashing records, but its biggest headache hasn’t gone away: most of the visitors still come when the sun is blazing....

5. The sun tightens its grip: A reluctant forecast of heat, haze, and hollow promises of relief

The sky, for now, has decided to bless us with unrelenting clarity, a gift only the most sun-obsessed would call generous....

6. Cyprus’ strong performance at FIDE World Schools Team Chess Championship

From 2-7 August 2025, Cyprus’s school team, representing The Grammar School, Limassol, competed at the FIDE World Schools Team Chess Championship, hosted at Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Virginia....

7. Rental prices in Cyprus show dramatic divide: Limassol rents more than double those in Paphos and Larnaca

Rental prices across Cyprus have remained largely stable, balancing increased demand from students with new housing developments....

8. Cyprus hotels join Europe’s legal fight to break Booking.com’s grip

Hotels in Cyprus are among more than 10,000 across Europe taking part in a class-action lawsuit accusing Booking.com of abusing its market power for two decades. ...

9. New flight route links London Stansted to occupied north via Turkey

A new flight route from London Stansted to the occupied airport of Tymbou in the northern part of Cyprus began operations on August 5, with a stopover in Istanbul or Ankara. ...

10. Ancient Cypriot treasures return home after U.S. gallery steps up

Two ancient Cypriot artifacts, a rare 2,600-year-old chariot sculpture and a centuries-old ceramic flask, have been formally returned to Cyprus after years abroad in a small but powerful ceremony held at the Cypriot Embassy in Washington....

11. August Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 01/08/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

12. Cyprus is a magnet for foreign companies as registrations surge

Foreign companies are flocking to Cyprus at a growing pace, with business registrations up by 30% in just six weeks, a sign that the island is solidifying its position as a prime investment hub in the region....

13. ''I'm 10 years old and I love torturing cats''

It sounds like the stuff of nightmares: a child proudly declaring a love for torturing cats. But this isn’t fiction; it’s a message posted inside an encrypted online group, part of a horrifying international network of animal abusers exposed by a recent BBC investigation....

14. Eurobank to hike dividends by over 50%

Eurobank has announced plans to increase its dividend payout by more than 50% next year, alongside a juicy interim dividend of €170 million, equivalent to 4.7 cents per share. The news comes despite a small dip in profits, showing the bank’s confidence in its growth path and expanding footprint....

15. July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 25/07/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

16. ''Safety Concerns'' or just a tax grab?

A wave of new measures could soon change the way Europeans shop online, as the European Union moves to crack down on Chinese e-commerce giants like Temu and Shein, citing both consumer safety risks and unfair market practices....

17. Government unveils comprehensive aid package for Limassol fire victims: Cash payments, rent subsidies, and full damage restoration

Regarding the support and payment of financial aid to citizens affected by the fires in communities of the Limassol District, and following the announcement of the President of the Republic last Sunday, the Council of Ministers decided today on the following measures....

18. PwC Global Entertainment & Media Outlook: Global entertainment and media industry revenues to hit US$3.5 trillion by 2029, driven by advertising, live events, and video games

Advertising spend forecasted to grow three times as fast (6.1%) as E&M consumer spending (2%) – as AI set to transform advertising models and drive hyper-personalisation...

19. Freedom Holding Corp. supports global chess events with the participation of schools from Greece and Cyprus

Freedom Holding Corp., parent company of Freedom24, proudly announces its participation as a supporter of the “FIDE World School Chess Championship 2025” and the “Smart Moves Summit 2025”, ...

20. July Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 18/07/2025

21. ''We Failed'': President apologizes over wildfire response, announces 12 relief measures

President Nikos Christodoulides has announced a 12-point relief package to support residents affected by the deadly wildfire that tore through mountainous villages in the Limassol district, claiming two lives and leaving a trail of destruction....

22. Cyprus consumers more price-savvy than new e-kalathi platform

More than a month after its launch, Cyprus’ e-kalathi digital price comparison tool is struggling to win over consumers, many of whom appear to be better informed than the platform itself when it comes to supermarket pricing....

23. Big Greek players move in on Cyprus' signature cheese

Cyprus’ beloved halloumi is having a moment, and it’s not just on the grill. The country’s signature cheese is drawing serious attention from international investors, as Greek dairy giants plough hundreds of millions into Cypriot facilities, betting big on the future of the PDO-certified export star....

24. Cyprus unveils €15 million employment schemes targeting women and over-50s

The Cypriot government will introduce three new employment schemes totaling €15 million to support women and individuals over 50, Labour and Social Insurance Minister Yiannis Panayiotou announced Tuesday....

25. Cyprus airports set for €170M makeover as passenger growth soars

Cyprus is gearing up for a major transformation of its two main airports, as Hermes Airports Chairman Christophe Petit outlines a €170 million overhaul set to modernize and expand Larnaka and Pafos terminals. ...

26. Cyprus at a crossroads: Can the island become a regional business powerhouse?

In a candid and forward-looking interview, Invest Cyprus President Evgenios Evgeniou shares how the island is gaining traction as a regional investment hub but also warns that serious challenges must be tackled head-on if Cyprus wants to stay competitive....

27. Women still earn less in Cyprus

Despite some progress in recent years, a significant wage gap between men and women remains in Cyprus, according to new figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service....

28. Greek police crack murder plot in Agia Paraskevi: Professor’s ex-wife charged

Greek authorities have swiftly solved the murder of a prominent Polish professor in Agia Paraskevi, revealing an amateurishly executed crime involving multiple accomplices, including a minor....

29. Government cuts out locals in €35M energy deal ahead of electricity market opening

Just months before Cyprus opens up its electricity market to real competition, a government decision to hand a €35 million energy storage project to the state has sparked a fierce backlash from private investors, many of whom have been stuck in limbo for years....

30. AEGEAN invests in two new Airbus A321neo XLR aircraft with even greater range and comfort

AEGEAN announces the addition of two (2) new Airbus A321neo XLR (Extra Long Range) aircraft with an even longer range of up to 10.5 hours, while accelerating the initiation of its flights to India, in March 2026. ...