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1. America wants Greece’s ports, and China out

A quiet tug-of-war is playing out in Greece, one that could reshape global trade routes and shift the balance of power in the Mediterranean....

2. Grigorios Kamperis, Nicholas Argyrou, George Louka and Elias Kokkinos to speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

This year’s Sustainable Development Conference will focus on supporting and strengthening Cyprus’s national strategy for the Green Transition....

3. Greece targets ferry duopoly as costs soar and competition sinks

Greece’s Competition Commission has launched a full investigation into the coastal passenger ferry industry following evidence of price-fixing and market distortion among dominant operators....

4. Passenger arrested after disruption on flight from Gatwick to Larnaca

A passenger was arrested after causing a disturbance on an EasyJet flight from Gatwick to Larnaca on Thursday night, prompting the airline to return the aircraft to the U.K. without passengers, authorities said....

5. Massive power outage cripples Spain, Portugal

A massive power outage swept across parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, grounding flights, halting public transportation, and disrupting daily life for millions....

6. Larnaca Airport chaos as Easter travel meets classic Cyprus ''preparation''

Ah, Easter in Cyprus. A time for candlelight, family meals, and—if you’re flying through Larnaca Airport—plenty of waiting around, confusion, and gritted teeth....

7. Cyprus a hit with Polish tourists as arrivals reach record high

Cyprus is fast becoming a favorite getaway for Polish travelers, and 2024 has already smashed records. According to Deputy Tourism Minister Costas Koumis, over 337,000 visitors from Poland chose Cyprus as their holiday spot this year, the highest number ever recorded from the country....

8. System failure or failure of its operators?

The recent, catastrophic failure of the Ministry of Social Welfare and the Social Welfare Services to provide necessary protection to five children is yet another example of a systemic issue, ...

9. Limassol police officer injured in midnight shovel showdown

Things got unexpectedly medieval in Limassol in the early hours of Thursday, when a routine traffic camera check turned into a shovel-wielding showdown....

10. MHV -Mediterranean Hospitality Venture: A rapidly growing group brings a new dawn in luxury hospitality and high-end real estate in Cyprus and the Mediterranean.

With a high level of expertise in the demanding luxury hospitality and real estate industry, MHV – Mediterranean Hospitality Venture is evolving into one of Cyprus’ and the East Mediterranean’s leading groups, showcasing fast, yet steady, growth....

11. Turkey irked by Greece–Cyprus power cable plans near Karpathos

12. Countdown to chaos: Cyprus’ traffic light fiasco

The government has been given an ultimatum: install countdown timers at traffic lights equipped with cameras within six months—or shut down the traffic camera system entirely. ...

13. Fury in parliament over solar energy cuts

A heated confrontation erupted in parliament between MPs and the Distribution System Operator (DSO) over restrictions on home-installed photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...

14. Grid limitations threaten Cyprus’ green energy boom

Cyprus’ green energy transition, once a major draw for investors, is now facing serious roadblocks as the national electricity grid struggles to handle more renewable energy projects. ...

15. Emirates seeks cabin crew members in Cyprus

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is looking for candidates to join its multinational cabin crew team....

16. Solar power, minus the power as homeowners left in the dark

Citizens who installed photovoltaic (solar) systems in Cyprus are feeling left in the dark and frustrated as their green energy is continuously cut off, leaving them to rely on conventional electricity. ...

17. WWII bomb discovery halts Eurostar trains, leaving thousands stranded

Thousands of passengers were left stranded on Friday after an unexploded World War II bomb was discovered near the tracks of Paris' Gare du Nord, one of Europe's busiest train stations....

18. Cyprus faces uncertain future as electricity link with Greece stalls

The ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, aimed at linking the electricity grids of Greece and Cyprus through an underwater cable, has been indefinitely suspended due to geopolitical tensions and financial uncertainties. ...

19. Net-billing to replace net-metering: What you need to know

Cyprus is set to transition from the current net-metering system to net-billing for new residential solar energy systems, with the backing of the European Union....

20. Authorities on high alert as 'Coral' weather phenomenon threatens power grid

Authorities are on high alert today as the "Coral" weather phenomenon intensifies....

21. One in three short-term rental accommodations is illegal

22. 73-year-old woman and daughter lead family-run sex trafficking ring in Athens

In a dramatic operation earlier this week, Greek police, in collaboration with NGOs OUR RESCUE and A21, dismantled a large sex trafficking ring allegedly run by a 73-year-old woman, known only as ''Marina,''...

23. No relief in sight as electricity prices to remain high until 2027

Electricity prices in Cyprus are expected to remain elevated for the next two years, according to the chairman of the EAC....

24. Fewer Americans expected in Cyprus this summer as travel costs rise

Cyprus, like the rest of Europe, may see fewer American tourists this summer as high travel costs and shifting preferences push U.S. travelers to rethink their vacation plans. ...

25. €8 million and counting as Crete-Cyprus interconnector delays pile up

The long-awaited electricity interconnection between Crete and Cyprus is facing mounting financial pressure, with delays already adding at least €8 million in extra costs....

26. Old GSP redevelopment nears completion, set to transform Nicosia’s historic centre

The long-anticipated redevelopment of the old GSP stadium in the heart of Nicosia is set to be handed over to the public this month, marking a major step in the revitalization of the capital’s historic centre....

27. Cypriots losing confidence in solar energy amid frequent shutdowns

In recent years, Cyprus has been pushing hard to adopt renewable energy, particularly solar energy, by encouraging homeowners to install photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...

28. Funeral parlors accused of paying bribes for bodies

Licensed funeral parlor owners in Cyprus are raising alarm over what they describe as an alarming trend of illegal funeral homes bribing hospital workers to secure the bodies of the deceased. ...

29. Cyprus smashes tourism records with over 4 million visitors in 2024

Cyprus is celebrating a record-breaking year for tourism, with 2024 marking the first time the island welcomed over four million visitors. A total of 4,040,200 tourists arrived last year, surpassing the previous record of 3,976,777 set in 2019. ...

30. Heading to the Greek islands? Ferry prices are going up

If you’re dreaming of sailing to Greece’s picturesque islands, it’s time to budget a little extra. ...