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181. Cyprus banks praised by US for stronger sanctions enforcement

US sanctions imposed on entities and individuals in Cyprus are not targeting the country, but “oligarchs and arms traders” enabling “the Kremlin war machine” to continue the war in Ukraine......

182. SBA police urge vigilance amid rise in thefts

The Sovereign Base Area Police are warning farm, home and business owners to be vigilant in securing their properties, following a recent surge in acquisitive crime, mostly theft....

183. U.S. seizes Venezuelan President Maduro’s private jet

The United States has seized a plane used by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, citing violations of U.S. sanctions and other criminal activities....

184. The fate of the Greece-Cyprus energy link hangs in the balance

This week will be crucial to whether the power grid link between Greece and Cyprus via Crete will be implemented....

185. FT: Zuckerberg accuses Biden Admin of pressuring Meta to censor COVID-19 content

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has accused the Biden administration of pressuring the social media company to censor certain COVID-19 content during the pandemic....

186. Dog abandonment and neglect on the rise in Cyprus

Dog abandonment and neglect in Cyprus are getting worse, with shelters struggling to keep up. Volunteers at local shelters say they are seeing more and more dogs being abandoned, not just in the summer, but all year round....

187. Rosé wine trend hits Cyprus: Local demand and imports soar

Light and delicate, with aromas of flowers and fruits, these are just a few ways to describe Rosé Provence wines, which have recently become a global trend....

188. EU warns Elon Musk over content rules ahead of Trump interview

The European Union has sent a warning to Elon Musk, the owner of the social media platform X, reminding him about the rules for handling harmful content. This warning comes just before Musk’s big interview with former President Donald Trump....

189. Trade deficit slashed by 20% in 2024 amid falling imports

Cyprus saw its trade deficit shrink by over 20% in the first half of 2024, according to the latest data from the Statistical Service. The trade deficit, which is the difference between what the country imports and exports, fell to €3.57 billion, down from €4.48 billion during the same period in 2023....

190. Cyprus is growing older and smarter

Cyprus' population is aging and becoming more educated, according to final results from the 2021 Census of Population and Housing released on Friday by the Statistical Service. Conducted in government-controlled areas, the census recorded a population of 923,381 as of October 1, 2021, reflecting a 9.9% increase from the 2011 census....

191. Cats show grief after a pet dies, study finds

Cats are often seen as independent and aloof, but new research suggests they may grieve the loss of a fellow pet, challenging the perception of them as antisocial creatures....

192. Corruption at the heart of the Cyprus problem

Is there any doubt that corruption is a major reason why the Cyprus problem remains unresolved? A recent example is the Vasiliko case, the construction project of the ''Liquefied Natural Gas Storage and Regasification Terminal'' in Vasiliko....

193. Cyprus could face financial strain over Vasilikos debacle

The abandonment of the Vasilikos terminal project by a Chinese consortium has triggered a cascade of financial and operational challenges for Cyprus, with substantial implications for state finances and energy infrastructure....

194. Larnaca's dog beach gets a 'paw-some' upgrade

The beloved dog beach near Spyros Beach, just south of Larnaca Airport, has been transformed with a fresh new look and upgraded amenities, thanks to the Larnaca Municipality....

195. Uber to add 100,000 electric cars to its global fleet

Uber has announced a deal to integrate 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) from China's BYD into its global fleet....

196. Dog found eating wood to survive

An allegation of dog abuse was reported to our website and shared on social media....

197. Cyprus relaunches LNG terminal tender after €0.5B contract termination

Cyprus will soon launch tenders for the completion of the Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal for electricity generation, despite the termination of a €0.5 billion......

198. Police seize truck with unmarked meat heading for occupied side

On July 25, 2024, Cypriot authorities seized a commercial truck attempting to transport over two tonnes of unmarked fresh meat to the occupied territories from an unauthorized crossing point, following a notification from the police....

199. Southport knife attack injures 8, including children

A knife attack in Southport, a seaside town near Liverpool, left at least eight people injured on Monday, including children, local authorities reported....

200. Greek firms fuel business expansion across Cyprus

The investment climate in Cyprus has significantly improved since the crisis era of 2013, attracting substantial interest from Greek companies....

201. Unlock a whole new world with the new mobile App of Ayia Napa Marina!

202. Over 250 dogs need homes after Tasmanian breeder closes

More than 250 labradoodles urgently need new homes after the RSPCA Tasmania shut down the state’s largest puppy breeder due to animal welfare concerns....

203. Kition: Government’s failures disrupt Larnaca port

Kition Ocean Holdings has launched a scathing critique of the government’s handling of the transition of operations at Larnaca Port and Marina....

204. ETYFA receives unfinished Vasilikos Terminal, plans to complete by 2025

The government is on a countdown following the termination of the contract for the construction of Terminal F.P. at Vasilikos by the CPP-METRON CONSORTIUM LTD....

205. Greek land registry hit by major cyberattack

A coordinated cyberattack has struck the Greek Land Registry, compromising one of its databases containing property ownership information across the country. ...

206. Cyprus grapples with displacement 50 years after Turkish invasion

The violent displacement of tens of thousands of Cypriots following the Turkish invasion in July 1974 remains a festering wound for Cyprus....

207. Turmoil at Vasilikos as Chinese consortium pulls out, terminal project in limbo

The sudden withdrawal of the CPP-METRON CONSORTIUM LTD from the Vasilikos terminal project has added a new layer of complexity to the already troubled initiative. ...

208. Petrolina Honored with Three Awards for Outstanding Contributions to Cypriot Society

Petrolina has been distinguished with three prestigious awards at the Cyprus Responsible Business Awards 2023. The company received the Gold Award for the Petrolina Community and Petrolina Kids Community Volunteer Program,...

209. Russian tech professionals flock to Cyprus despite sanctions

A recent study by the PACE think tank has underscored the profound transformation of Cyprus' economy amid Western sanctions and the aftermath......

210. Maronites' land claims challenged in occupied territories

In a recent commentary published by Belgin Demirel in Avrupa, concerns have been raised regarding property rights of Maronites in Northern Cyprus....