https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/399-botox-vials-seized-from-car-at-agios-dometios-crossing
The Customs Department has confiscated 399 vials of Botox at the Agios Dometios crossing point after discovering the pharmaceutical products inside a vehicle driven by a 38-year-old Turkish Cypriot man....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/weekend-warriors-festivals-live-music-and-the-first-christmas-celebrations
From November 13 to 15, Cyprus has plenty on offer for those looking to spend their weekend exploring the island's cultural and entertainment scene. Art exhibitions, independent publishing, family concerts, motorsport displays and social gatherings feature in the programme, while the first Christmas celebrations of the season are also getting underway....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/jinius-joins-forces-with-box-now-for-all-orders-from-greece
Jinius, Cyprus’ online marketplace, announces its new strategic partnership with BOX NOW, the largest network of automated parcel lockers in Greece and Cyprus. As of today, all orders placed through Jinius and shipped by retailers in Greece will be handled through the BOX NOW network, creating a new, unified delivery channel that makes the shopping experience even faster, simpler and more reliable for consumers in Cyprus.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/big-bank-profits-bigger-plans-for-shareholder-payouts
Banks operating in Cyprus and Greece reported nine-month results that lay solid foundations for a strong 2027. Profits topped €1 billion in some cases, helped substantially by net interest income as interest rates moved in the banks’ favor....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-can-claim-up-to-€5-000-toward-fertilizer-bills
If you farm for a living and paid for fertilizer this summer or fall, pull out those invoices. Applications opened Wednesday for emergency aid that could cover part of what you spent....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/10-habits-for-a-healthier-smile-and-better-oral-hygiene
Discover 10 simple everyday habits that can help protect your teeth and gums, prevent common oral health problems and keep your smile looking its best. From proper brushing and flossing to healthier dietary choices and regular dental check-ups, small changes can make a lasting difference....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-if-cyprus-kept-more-of-the-rain-that-falls
Growing pressure on Cyprus’ water supplies is drawing attention to how the Netherlands manages its water. Shortages and the effects of climate change have made the search for new approaches more urgent....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-contenders-for-lagarde-s-job-as-europe-weighs-who-will-steer-interest-rates
Eurozone finance ministers opened talks Monday on who should succeed Christine Lagarde at the European Central Bank, a choice that comes as higher energy prices complicate the bank’s decisions on interest rates. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-launches-international-christmas-campaign
At the heart of this year's Christmas campaign is Niko the Nutcracker. As the figurehead of the campaign, he breaks free from his traditional role and invites everyone to rediscover the magic of enjoyment. With high quality, a wide variety of products and affordable prices, Lidl makes these special moments of enjoyment accessible to everyone. The campaign is complemented by a vegetarian Christmas menu and national donation initiatives, such as the Corporate Social Responsibility campaign supporting the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-of-cyprus-introduces-cyprus-first-ai-banking-assistant
Bank of Cyprus has become the first bank in Cyprus to offer an AI banking assistant with the launch of DANAI, a new digital service that harnesses Artificial Intelligence to make everyday banking support even simpler and more immediate. Through the Bank’s Mobile App, customers can quickly receive answers to everyday banking questions at any time of the day.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dangerous-cannabinoids-found-in-e-cigarette-liquids
The Cyprus National Addictions Authority has warned the public about e-cigarette liquids and herbal products containing potentially dangerous substances, some of which may have unpredictable effects on users....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-s-external-gap-widens-as-growth-holds-up
Cyprus’s economy continues to expand, but the widening imbalance in its external accounts deserves closer attention. The current account records earnings and payments between Cyprus and the rest of the world, covering trade, investment income and transfers (e.g., from the European Commission). The Central Bank of Cyprus’s revised figures put the 2025 deficit at 8.8% of GDP, compared with 6.4% previously reported (Figure 1). By contrast, the 2024 deficit was revised to 5.5% of GDP, down from 8.2% previously reported. These changes show that the gap widened in 2025, reversing the earlier picture of improvement. Figures for the first six months of 2026 show further pressure.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-the-pump-to-the-power-bill-costs-climb-in-cyprus
You can put off buying a new pair of shoes. Filling up the car to get to work or paying the electricity bill is harder to put off. In October, those everyday costs helped push Cyprus’ annual inflation rate to 4.4%, up from 3.7% in September....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-blood-stocks-rise-with-national-strategy-set-to-improve-supplies
Blood supplies available to hospitals across Cyprus have increased in recent weeks, improving the ability of blood banks to meet medical demand, according to Maria Adamou, head of the island's hospital blood banks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suspected-botox-seized-from-passenger-s-luggage-at-larnaca-airport
Customs officers at Larnaca Airport found six vials used in cosmetic treatments in a passenger’s luggage. Days later, Cyprus’ Pharmaceutical Services confirmed the products had no approval to be sold in the country....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drivers-could-keep-fuel-tax-break-until-march
Finance Minister Makis Keravnos will ask Cabinet to extend the tax break on petrol and diesel, possibly until March 2027, giving drivers a chance to hold on to some relief at the pump. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/eating-well-after-40-four-simple-ways-to-support-your-health
A balanced diet becomes increasingly important after 40 as the body's nutritional needs change with age. A clinical dietitian shares four simple ways to support muscle mass, digestive health, heart health and overall well-being through everyday food choices....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-and-uk-near-deal-to-cut-university-tuition-fees-for-european-students
European students could soon pay less to study at universities in the United Kingdom, as the EU and British government approach an agreement on tuition fees that increased significantly following Brexit....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/christoudia-winery-offers-a-taste-of-cyprus-through-wine-and-tradition
Featured in WIZ Guide, Christoudia Winery in Kato Drys offers visitors a taste of Cypriot wine culture through guided winery tours, tastings of indigenous grape varieties and traditional local food. The family-run estate combines its winemaking heritage with a countryside experience among the vineyards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-butcher-shop-hit-in-refrigeration-cyberattacks-should-cypriot-retailers-be-worried
A butcher’s shop in the Athens suburb of Kifisia has been targeted in a cyberattack on its refrigeration equipment, Greek media reported on Tuesday, adding a local dimension to a series of incidents that have disrupted supermarket cooling systems across Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/october-price-rises-hit-17-products-as-35-become-cheaper-consumers-group-reports
Seventeen products recorded increases of between 5% and 15.31% in their average retail prices during October, while 35 products became cheaper, with reductions ranging from 5% to 12.3%, according to the Cyprus Consumers Association....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/second-suspected-cyberattack-hits-supermarket-fridges-across-europe
The next major cyberattack may reach shoppers through the chilled-food aisle. Supermarkets in Sweden, Belgium and Luxembourg have reported refrigerators and freezers warming overnight, raising fears of a second widespread attack on the systems that keep food safe, according to the Guardian....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/weekend-warriors-things-to-do-that-are-less-frightening-than-your-electricity-bill
This weekend, Cyprus presents an important choice: head into a haunted maze and scream, or head into the mountains and eat....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-china-trade-surges-26-to-$1-44-billion-in-2025
Cyprus-China bilateral trade reached $1.44 billion in 2025, rising by 26% as both countries seek to expand cooperation in investment, technology, tourism and renewable energy. The Cyprus-China Cooperation and Entrepreneurship Forum in Nicosia brought together business leaders and local officials to explore new commercial partnerships....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/even-coffee-is-taking-a-bigger-bite-out-of-cyprus-budgets
A cup of coffee is becoming an increasingly costly habit for consumers in Cyprus, with prices for both traditional Cypriot and instant coffee climbing over the past year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/who-wants-to-run-a-business-in-cyprus-anymore
Between armed conflicts, geopolitical developments, a prolonged energy crisis and constant shifts in the global economy, running a business in Cyprus is becoming increasingly difficult....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bean-bar-celebrates-5-years-full-of-flavour-and-positive-vibes
Five years of presence, countless coffees, thousands of smiles and even more positive vibes! From that first morning coffee to last minute coffee dates and little tasty treats, Bean Bar has become an integral part of our everyday life. As the brand celebrates five years of presence, there’s plenty to celebrate! Starting from the week of 26-30 October, the popular specialty coffee brand is getting into the birthday spirit and invites the public to join in the celebrations, with special surprises and exclusive offers that will continue throughout November.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eko-strikes-deal-to-buy-staroil
The company behind EKO Cyprus has agreed to buy local fuel supplier STAROIL, a deal that could reshape competition in a market where drivers and households are watching fuel prices closely....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/too-busy-to-shop-let-ai-find-the-deals-for-you
You need a new pair of trainers. You want them in your size, under €100, and delivered to Cyprus without a shipping fee that costs almost as much as the shoes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/trouble-in-the-financial-shadows-is-cyprus-ready
When inflation began to run out of control in the 1970s, a provision of the Glass-Steagall framework, then approaching its 40th anniversary, began to make its presence felt in the markets....
