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301. How much does it cost to stay in Limassol or Ayia Napa this August?

August remains the prime month for holidays, with the period around August 15 being especially popular. ...

302. FDA approves first blood test for colorectal cancer screening

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first blood test for colorectal cancer screening for average-risk adults aged 45 and older, providing a new, less invasive option for early detection....

303. Lidl Cyprus celebrated the opening of its 3rd store in Paphos and 21st store in Cyprus

In a major expansion of its retail network, Lidl Cyprus opened its newest store in the Neon Mall of Pafos on Wednesday 24 July, marking the 3rd Lidl store in a row in the Paphos district and the 21st in Cyprus. ...

304. Large residential fields for sale by AstroBank

305. Cypriot students face €1,100 rents in Limassol

Rising rental prices are placing significant strain on individuals seeking housing in Cyprus and Greece, with particular challenges faced by incoming university students. ...

306. High electricity costs in Cyprus due to lack of renewables

As high temperatures drive increased energy demand in Cyprus, the island remains heavily reliant on mazut for electricity production....

307. Vasilikos LNG terminal to proceed despite challenges, says President

The liquefied natural gas terminal project in Vasilikos will be implemented, Cyprus President, Nikos Christodoulides, said on Monday, noting that the project should never have been assigned to the Chinese CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd....

308. Online travel booking scams skyrocket

Scams involving online booking platforms have exploded over the past 18 months, with fraudsters increasingly targeting tourists, according to a report by Kathimerini.gr....

309. Apartment prices up 13.9% yearly, house price growth slows

In the first quarter of 2024, house price growth showed a slight slowdown, while apartment prices continued to rise....

310. Market changes, Eurobank's move, and economic struggles

Bank of Cyprus shares were delisted from the Athens Stock Exchange following the 2013 financial crisis and the turbulent merger with Laiki Bank, including the depositor haircut...

311. Chamber of Commerce warns of risks from Cyprus’ 1.5% wage hike

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) has expressed concern over a new agreement between the Ministry of Finance and public sector unions to grant a 1.5% general wage increase starting in October 2024....

312. June sees price hikes on essentials as inflation rises

Get ready to pay more for everyday items! Prices for many essential goods jumped in June, driving up inflation to 2.9%. This follows a steady rise from 2.4% in April and 2.7% in May....

313. Early Bird tickets: pre-sale of tickets has started

The organizing committee of #DA24 is pleased to announce that the pre-sale of ''early bird'' tickets at the special price of €70 has begun and will be available until September 9....

314. Unlock low fares while traveling in the summer with Wizz

Wizz Air, Europe’s largest and the most sustainable airline globally*, announces that Cyprus has officially joined the rest of the countries in offering WIZZ MultiPass, Europe's first flight subscription plan....

315. Rising costs of utilities and dining out are hitting home

The Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) in Cyprus remained steady at 3% in June, according to data released on Wednesday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (CyStat). ...

316. Soaring insurance costs push global shipping rates up 233%

Global trade has faced immense pressure since last October when the war in the Near East erupted following the terrorist attack by the Palestinian group Hamas against Israel. ...

317. Mykonos tourism decline linked to high costs

International air traffic to Mykonos is on a downward trajectory for another year, according to plans for available seats that airlines have for this summer so far....

318. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

Apartments, beachfront land, commercial properties and other investment opportunities are available for sale by AstroBank in Paphos, Famagusta, Larnaca and Nicosia....

319. Are we in a real estate bubble?

The real estate market has been steadily rising since 2015, marking the ninth consecutive year of growth in the sector. However, this broad trend has not been without fluctuations, particularly influenced by the economic disruptions of the pandemic era. Monthly analyses of transaction numbers and volumes from this platform illustrate these ups and downs....

320. Ukrainian startups build low-cost robot army to combat Russia

Facing manpower shortages, overwhelming odds, and uneven international assistance, Ukraine is looking to an unlikely source for a strategic edge against......

321. Lidl’s 21st store in Paphos boosts Cyprus retail battle

Almost 15 years after Lidl Cyprus entered the Cypriot market, the company is set to open its 21st store in Paphos, specifically in Neon Mall....

322. Cyprus problem: Facing hard and final decisions

When we entered journalism, the older generation offered one piece of advice: "Never put the Cyprus issue first because it doesn't sell." Veteran colleagues joked that "we will retire before the Cyprus problem is solved."...

323. New Lidl store at Neon Mall of Pafos

Lidl Cyprus opens its 21st store and extends its commitment towards high quality, affordable prices and an upgraded shopping experience....

324. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank in Paphos, Famagusta and Nicosia

Astrobank has listed for sale residential plots in Strovolos, in the GSP area, and other properties in Paphos, Famagusta and Nicosia that are ideal investment opportunities....

325. Burberry announces hundreds of redundancies following share price drop

British fashion house Burberry is set to make hundreds of redundancies after a significant drop in its share price. The layoffs will primarily affect employees in the UK, according to a report by the Telegraph....

326. 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....

327. Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa named best in Europe for 2024

Ayia Napa's Nissi Beach has once again clinched a prestigious accolade, being crowned the top beach in Europe for this year by travel insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk....

328. Luxury retailers Saks and Neiman Marcus merge in big deal

A new luxury retail giant is emerging in the United States as the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue acquires Neiman Marcus for $2.65 billion....

329. 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....

330. 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. ...