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781. Pieros the turtle makes a splashy return to the sea

Children squealed with delight, and adults looked on with smiles as Pieros, a rescued green sea turtle, was gently released back into the sea on Thursday, capping off a feel-good moment along the Larnaca coast....

782. End of an era as KEAN factory to be replaced by urban high rises

One of Cyprus’s most iconic factories is shutting down. After nearly 70 years in the heart of Limassol, the historic KEAN factory will officially wrap up operations at its current site by 2026, marking the end of an era for the local soft drink producer....

783. 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....

784. Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) launches the new Shell GO+ campaign starring Shell stations, Michalis Sofokleous and Herodotos Miltiadous

Coral Cyprus, the official licensee of Shell in Cyprus, is launching a new humorous digital campaign for the Shell GO+ rewards app. If you haven’t downloaded it yet, now is the time, because every transaction brings you closer to points, gifts, contests and exclusive perks....

785. Unique gifts with Lidl Plus!

At Lidl Cyprus, every summer is another opportunity to say “thank you” to the people who trust it every day. ...

786. Too little, too late: Larnakos closes for crash probe amid public fury (pics)

Larnakos Avenue was closed in both directions early Wednesday morning as police reconstructed a deadly crash that claimed the life of 20-year-old Kyriakos Antoniou earlier this week, an incident that’s ignited public fury over long-ignored warnings about illegal street racing....

787. Cypriot parties to draft roadmap for bilingual education in primary schools

Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot political parties agreed Wednesday to begin discussions on a roadmap for making both Greek and Turkish mandatory in primary education across the island....

788. 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...

789. University of Nicosia School of Business Receives AACSB International Accreditation

The University of Nicosia proudly announces that its School of Business has secured accreditation from the internationally recognised Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, following a lengthy and demanding evaluation process....

790. 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”, ...

791. Volunteers join forces to clean up Souni after fires (PHOTOS)

In a coordinated effort to aid recovery after recent fires, the Bank of Cyprus partnered with the Office of the Commissioner for the Development of Mountain Communities to conduct a community cleanup in the affected area....

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

793. Neolithic village opens to visitors in Protaras

The Department of Antiquities, under the Deputy Ministry of Culture, announced Monday the opening of a newly arranged archaeological site at “Nisia” in Protaras, Paralimni....

794. Wildfire burns 1.3% of Cyprus’ land, satellite data shows

A massive wildfire that swept through Cyprus’ Limassol district last week has scorched more than 120 square kilometers, according to new satellite analysis released by the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence....

795. Protesters greet Trump’s Scotland visit with signs, chants and criticism

President Donald Trump was met with protests across Scotland this weekend as he arrived for a private golfing trip tied to his late mother’s heritage....

796. Modernist building demolished in central Nicosia, raising concerns over heritage loss

A modernist building on Electras Street, located between Stasinou and Stasandrou, was demolished recently, drawing criticism from architects and residents concerned about the ongoing loss of Cyprus’ mid-20th-century architectural heritage....

797. Cyprus Police probe suspected arson plot as Troodos forests put on alert

Police said Saturday they are investigating reports of an organized plan to set fires in the Troodos Mountains after videos and online posts raised alarms about suspicious activity....

798. Overflowing generosity pauses aid drive, Cyprus Red Cross says

The Cyprus Red Cross said Saturday it is temporarily suspending the collection of essential items for victims of the recent wildfires in the Limassol mountains after an outpouring of public donations exceeded its processing capacity....

799. Fire risk? In July? Send our Wildfire Chief to Australia!

"Now is not the time for blame," declared the Minister of Justice and Public Order, Marios Hartsiotis. But when has it ever been?...

800. Faneromeni '25 Art Festival at Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation

Choreographer/dancer Zoe Eleftheriou along with DJ/Music composer Alejjos, will fill the space with sounds and movement that inspire, heal and unite with their unique music and dance performance, on Thursday 31 July, entitled ''LOUKOUMILOUMIKOUMIKOUMI''....

801. Lives lost, homes destroyed and animals left behind (pictures and video)

As the flames die down, the devastation left behind by the wildfire that tore through the Limassol district is coming into painful focus....

802. UPDATE: Cyprus battles rekindling wildfire hotspots after massive blaze scorches over 120 square kilometers (VIDEOS)

Cyprus is battling rekindling wildfire hotspots across the Limassol district Thursday evening, after a massive blaze scorched more than 120 square kilometers, destroyed dozens of homes, and forced widespread evacuations....

803. Historic Church of Agios Ioannis the Russian in Vouni destroyed by fire

The small church of Agios Ioannis the Russian in the village of Vouni, Limassol, has been reduced to ashes after being engulfed by the wildfires that swept through the area earlier this week....

804. Wildfire hits Souni: Homes burn as volunteers rush to save dogs (videos and pics)

A fast-moving wildfire ripped through parts of Souni late Wednesday night, destroying homes and forcing a frantic effort to evacuate a local dog sanctuary as flames edged dangerously close to the area....

805. UPDATE: Wildfires rip through mountains, forcing evacuations; Jordan sends aid (VIDEOS)

Ferocious wildfires continue to sweep through the mountainous regions of Limassol and Paphos on Wednesday, scorching homes, cutting power, and prompting mass evacuations across dozens of villages....

806. 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....

807. Kabul’s taps are running dry, and time is too

A worsening water crisis in Afghanistan’s capital is pushing families to the brink, as rapid population growth, climate change, and decades of groundwater overuse drain Kabul’s fragile water supply, aid groups warn....

808. Guardian of Ayia Triada: Teacher Eleni Foka’s silent resistance in occupied Cyprus

For 23 years, teacher Eleni Foka stood as a quiet pillar of resistance in the Turkish-occupied village of Ayia Triada, where she educated the children of those who refused to abandon their homes after the 1974 invasion....

809. Paralimni - Deryneia launches installation of 72 high-tech showers on Protaras beaches

Beachgoers in the popular Protaras resort area can expect an upgrade to their seaside experience as the Municipality of Paralimni - Deryneia begins installing 72 ultra-modern showers across 18 local beaches....

810. Luxury properties for sale by AstroBank

Luxury homes and other exclusive properties have been listed for sale by AstroBank in Nicosia, Paphos and Larnaca....