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991. Goody's returns to Nicosia

The beloved Greek fast food chain Goody's has made a triumphant return to Nicosia, opening its doors at The Mall of Cyprus on June 19, according to a report in this Sunday's Kathimerini by Anna Polyviou....

992. Starmer ends Rwanda asylum plan, calls for practical solutions

Newly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced today that his government will not proceed with the previous administration's plan to send asylum seekers arriving in small boats to Rwanda....

993. Complaint filed against Larnaca Wetland construction

The Larnaca Salt Lake Wetland Protection Group has raised alarms over recent interventions in the Natura 2000 site, urging immediate action to halt ongoing projects....

994. State to cover €12M shortfall from licensing revenues

Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou expressed satisfaction with the progress of the Local Government Reform, despite minor issues during the initial days of its implementation....

995. Stella Kyriakides steps down, backs von der Leyen reelection

Stella Kyriakides, the European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, announced her decision to conclude her current mandate and return to Cyprus....

996. Mallias Winery: Reviving Cyprus's ancient grape varieties

In the 1990s, Mallias Winery, originally established by KEO in 1927, played a pivotal role in redefining Cypriot wine by rescuing indigenous grape varieties on the brink of extinction....

997. Ice cream prices melt wallets by 8.07% more

As temperatures rise, so do the prices of summer essentials in Cyprus, with ice creams, package holidays, and hotel stays seeing noticeable hikes compared to last month, according to data released by the Cyprus Consumers Association....

998. Cyprus requests €89.2M in EU grants for recovery plan

The European Commission received a payment request on Thursday from Cyprus for €89.2 million in grants, netting €76.9 million after pre-financing....

999. Perfect beach and mountain weather ahead, sunny skies await

Good morning, sunseekers! It's Friday, and summer is in full swing. As you plan your beach or mountain getaway, here's what to expect from Mother Nature today....

1000. Fikardos Winery: Crafting award-winning Cypriot wines

1001. Over 250 cases of infant malnutrition reported at Gaza hospital

The survival rate for newborn babies in Gaza is alarmingly low. At The Kamal Adwan hospital in northern Gaza, newborns, often premature, struggle to survive in the malnutrition ward....

1002. Cyprus risks losing €657M EU grant for Interconnector project, says Energy Minister

Energy Minister George Papanastasiou expressed concerns over the potential withdrawal of a €657 million subsidy by the European Commission for the electricity interconnection project between Cyprus and Greece......

1003. Temu, Shein & Ali Express: EU cracks down on Chinese imports

The European Union is taking steps to clamp down on the surge of low-quality Chinese imports flooding its markets. According to sources speaking to the Financial Times, the EU plans to impose tariffs on cheap products from platforms like Temu, Shein, and AliExpress....

1004. Reflect Festival highlights traffic and housing challenges in Limassol

The recent Reflect Festival brought forth crucial discussions on pivotal issues affecting Limassol, prominently featuring traffic congestion and housing shortages as central topics. ...

1005. Skip transporters plan mid-July protest over illegal dumping

Skip transport professionals are organizing a protest for mid-July, accusing the government of failing to supervise and stop illegal rubble transport and dumping, which harms licensed operators and the environment according to a report by Pavlos Neophytos....

1006. Wildfire erupts in Paphos district, homes threatened (video)

A wildfire erupted Thursday afternoon in the Paphos district, specifically in the area between Polis Chrysochous and Skoulli. According to local residents, the fire is threatening homes in the vicinity....

1007. Politico: Is Brexit's peak over? UK faces calls to rejoin EU

British voters are gearing up for their first post-EU general election this Thursday, marking a significant milestone since Brexit....

1008. Cyprus President denies ENI's plan to sell off sea rights

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides has refuted reports that ENI intents to sell its rights in Cyprus' EEZ. ...

1009. Athens warns Nicosia to reverse delays in power grid project

The ambitious electricity interconnection project linking Cyprus with the European power grids through Greece faces significant hurdles as tensions rise between Athens and Nicosia....

1010. Cyprus Airways launches direct flights to Barcelona

Cyprus Airways is excited to announce the launch of its new direct flights from Larnaca to Barcelona, commencing on the 3rd of July. This new route will operate twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Sundays, providing passengers with a convenient and comfortable travel option to one of Europe's most vibrant cities....

1011. Cabinet expands subsidies for infertility treatment

The Cyprus Cabinet has greenlit an amended plan that significantly enhances subsidies for infertility treatment, Health Minister Michael Damianos announced Tuesday....

1012. ''Cyprus prepared for Lebanon conflict fallout,'' says Kombos

A possible spillover of the conflict in Lebanon would have catastrophic consequences, Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Tuesday......

1013. New pyramid scheme preys on Cypriots promising big profits

In a report by Hectoras Georgiou from Kathimerini, a new company named Metamax has recently popped up in Cyprus, promising substantial profits to users through its application. ...

1014. Tatar and Stewart confer on security issues in Cyprus buffer zone

The UN Secretary-General's Special Representative to Cyprus, Colin Stewart, expressed concern about the militarization of the buffer zone......

1015. Execution-style murder of civil engineer linked to Mykonos activities

Police are intensifying their investigation into the murder of 54-year-old civil engineer Panagiotis Stathis, who was fatally shot on Tuesday morning outside his company's offices in Psychiko, a northern suburb of Athens....

1016. Ygea Farm receives accolade for organic egg production

George Konstantinides established Ygea Farm two decades ago in the fertile meadows just outside Mathiatis. ...

1017. Cyprus secures halloumi PDO status with 5-year plan

Cyprus has been granted a 5-year transition period by the European Commission to comply with the requirements for the production of halloumi......

1018. EU funds drive Cyprus organic plant production with €5.2M

The Cyprus Agricultural Payments Organization (CAPO) has disbursed over 5 million euros to beneficiaries under Action A.A. 1.4 - Organic Plant Production of Cyprus' Strategic CAP Plan for the 2023-2027 programming period....

1019. President announces €10 Million boost for Cyprus tourism

President Nikos Christodoulides announced a €10 million increase in the 2025 budget for the Deputy Ministry of Tourism to enhance Cyprus's international promotion....

1020. Great Sea Interconnector study outlines benefits July 11

The Greek Regulatory Authority for Energy (RAAEU) has made a significant decision regarding the methodology for calculating the regulated revenue......