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91. 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, ...

92. 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....

93. 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....

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

95. 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. ...

96. 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. ...

97. 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. ...

98. 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....

99. 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. ...

100. 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....

101. 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. ...

102. 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....

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

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

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

105. 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,''...

106. 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....

107. 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. ...

108. €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....

109. 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....

110. 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. ...

111. 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. ...

112. 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. ...

113. 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. ...

114. First Cypriot appointed to helm global shipping powerhouse

The appointment of a Cypriot as Secretary General/CEO of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is a major vote of confidence in the Cypriot shipping industry....

115. Orthodoxou Aviation Ltd – General Sales Representative of Anima Wings in Cyprus

We are pleased to announce that starting from May 2024, Orthodoxou Aviation Ltd has been appointed as the General Sales Agent (GSA) of Anima Wings in Cyprus, ...

116. Cyprus aims for cheaper electricity with competitive market by 2025

The government is ramping up efforts to bring down electricity costs for households and businesses by July 2025 through the introduction of a competitive electricity market, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou announced on Tuesday. ...

117. A clean bill of health for Paphos' food packaging industry

A total of 600 inspections were conducted by the Paphos Municipal Health Service as part of preventive measures during the festive period, with only three establishments requiring observations, according to the Head of the Service, Christos Christou....

118. Cyprus risks losing grip on 'interconnector' amid French power move

A reported agreement between Greece’s ADMIE and French investment fund Meridiam could alter the energy landscape of the Eastern Mediterranean, especially for Cyprus....

119. French investment powers up Cyprus-Greece electricity link with €1.9B deal

A significant agreement has been reached for the long-anticipated Cyprus-Greece electricity cable project, led by ADMIE, Greece's power grid operator. This project, which aims to connect the power grids of Cyprus and Greece, has secured new funding and a strategic partner....

120. Greece needs 300,000 foreign workers amid labor shortage

It is estimated that Greece’s labor market needs more than 300,000 workers from other countries, from dishwashers to chefs to carpenters, machine operators and electricians to web and software developers....