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601. Epic's parent company honored for investment in Cyprus at international awards

Monaco Telecom, the sole shareholder of Cyprus-based telecom provider Epic, was recognized at the 13th Invest Cyprus International Investment Awards for its substantial contribution to the Cypriot economy through continued investment in the telecommunications sector....

602. Cyprus banks are merging and here’s what that means for you

Cyprus is heading toward a major financial facelift, with a wave of mergers and acquisitions already in motion and expected to accelerate by the end of 2025. Sirens may have marked a different kind of Tuesday morning in Nicosia, but in the banking world, the alarm bells signal transformation....

603. Sirens sound for a divided island marking the 1974 coup that changed everything

Sirens pierced the morning calm across Cyprus at exactly 8:20 a.m. on Monday, marking 51 years since the July 15, 1974 coup that would change the island forever....

604. A two-Michelin-starred culinary event at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

Savor innovation, artistry, and flavors at Sky 7...

605. Two shootings, two towns as Cyprus grapples with rising gun violence

A 78-year-old man has confessed to killing Aristidis Siamtanis, 73, whose body was found dumped in a roadside ditch in Paphos on Sunday morning....

606. Larnaca installs secure lockboxes at Mackenzie Beach

The Municipality of Larnaca has installed 100 lockboxes at Mackenzie Beach in a bid to enhance visitor safety and improve beach infrastructure, officials announced this week....

607. Global anti-trafficking operation identifies 1,194 victims, arrests 158 suspects

A sweeping international crackdown on human trafficking has resulted in the identification of 1,194 potential victims and the arrest of 158 suspects, INTERPOL announced Friday....

608. Fourteen years later: Honoring the victims of the Mari blast and reflecting on a national tragedy

On the anniversary of the 2011 Mari explosion, Cyprus pays tribute to the 13 individuals who lost their lives in one of the country’s most devastating peacetime disasters. The nation pauses to remember the impact of that fateful day and to renew its pledge for accountability and vigilance....

609. Deposit rates fall for households and businesses, while mortgage rates climb

Average interest rates on deposits from households and businesses in Cyprus declined in May compared to April, while average mortgage rates edged higher, according to data released Thursday by the Central Bank of Cyprus....

610. Electronic student registration system faces major flaws

Serious issues in the operation of the electronic student registration system were raised by the Parliamentary Education Committee. Committee Chairman Pavlos Mylonas (DIKO) cited a "lack of coordination" and the registration of students without sufficient or accurate information....

611. Study links common antibiotic during pregnancy to increased birth defect risk

A commonly prescribed antibiotic for urinary tract infections (UTIs) in pregnant women may raise the likelihood of serious birth defects, according to new research by American scientists....

612. Company Maspex Romania moves forward to acquire majority control of Cyprus-Based Wine Purcari

Maspex Romania has announced the launch of a voluntary takeover bid to acquire a majority stake in Wine Purcari, a Cyprus-registered winemaker with Moldovan roots and a growing international presence. ...

613. ''In Paradise I marked an island…''

The inauguration will be held by Deputy Government Spokesperson Mr. Giannis Antoniou...

614. Parliament caps future multiple pensions but current officials still cash in

Cypriot lawmakers have finally taken steps to curb the controversial practice of multiple pensions for state officials, but not just yet....

615. Vandals attack DISY offices, deface image of former President Anastasiades

Unknown vandals targeted the offices of the Democratic Rally (DISY) party in Limassol late Wednesday night, causing significant damage and spray-painting threatening slogans, one of which defaced a photograph of former President Nicos Anastasiades....

616. Cyprus taps U.S. and EU defense funds to strengthen military

Cyprus is taking steps to strengthen its military capabilities with help from both the European Union and the United States, government officials announced on Wednesday, marking another sign of deepening strategic ties between Nicosia and Washington....

617. Ban on mobile phones in Dutch schools boosts student focus, study finds

A government study in the Netherlands has found that banning mobile phones and other electronic devices in schools has helped students concentrate better in class....

618. Nicosia, the neglected relative

Nicosia has structural issues. Where other cities have the sea, Nicosia has the Green Line. By its very nature, its development, and even the daily relief of its traffic, does not unfold in any smooth or natural way....

619. Fake ‘Labubu’ toys seized in Cyprus-wide raid

Cyprus Customs officials have seized more than 1,300 counterfeit items during a coordinated nationwide operation targeting fake branded toys and accessories....

620. Wizz Air is back in Israel - Flights to Tel Aviv take off on 8 August

621. United Street Festival brings music, art and summer vibes to the heart of Nicosia

The city’s main square is coming alive this week as the United Street Festival returns for its second edition, turning Eleftheria Square into a buzzing hub of music, art, food, and creative energy....

622. Lebanese President makes one-day visit to Cyprus for bilateral talks

President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to Cyprus on Wednesday for a one-day official visit, marking a renewed commitment to strengthening ties between the two neighboring countries....

623. New private hospital and medical campus approved for Lakatamia

A new private hospital is coming to Lakatamia, as the Environmental Authority has officially approved the construction of Hadassah Healthcare Park, a large-scale development that will also include a medical university, biotech offices, and student housing....

624. Agricultural plots for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale large agricultural plots in Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, and Larnaca that are ideal as investments....

625. Wildfire destroys historic olive grove in Galataria-Pentalia area

A devastating wildfire reduced a centuries-old olive grove to ashes Monday in the area between Galataria and Pentalia, prompting sharp condemnation from forestry officials and showcasing the growing wildfire risk across Cyprus....

626. Caritas opens KIPOS for kids and curious minds

Caritas Cyprus has just planted something special in the heart of Nicosia, and it’s already growing smiles....

627. As Denmark takes the helm, Poland bowed out with a Jazzy farewell in Nicosia

Now that Denmark has officially taken over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, the spotlight quietly begins to shift toward Cyprus, which is next in line in the Trio Presidency....

628. Fidias releases Tatar interview despite political firestorm

Cypriot MEP and YouTube personality Fidias Panayiotou has published a long-awaited and hotly debated interview with Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar, a move that’s triggered intense backlash across the island's political spectrum....

629. Doors open for global talent as Cyprus rolls out EU Blue Card

Starting Monday, July 7, non-EU professionals looking to live and work in Cyprus can officially apply for the EU Blue Card, a special residence and work permit for highly skilled workers....

630. TechIsland launches Legal Community

TechIsland, Cyprus’ largest tech association, announces the launch of a new professional initiative: the TechIsland Legal Community. This is a dedicated professional network for lawyers, legal advisors, and compliance professionals who work in Cyprus’ fast-growing tech sector....