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121. President's banking measures spark surge in first-home loans

President Nikos Christodoulides' efforts to support citizens through new banking measures are beginning to yield results. Meetings held in December with the CEOs of Cyprus’ two major banks, Bank of Cyprus (BoC) and Hellenic Bank (HB), appear to have sparked a tangible interest in first-home mortgage schemes....

122. 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, ...

123. A Whole Year of Free Fuel from MyPetrolina App for 10 Lucky Winners!

MyPetrolina app Christmas campaign concluded successfully with the announcement of the 10 grand winners, each set to enjoy a whole year of free automotive fuel! The winners were announced at the Headquarters of Petrolina in Larnaka on January 8, 2025....

124. Authorities warn of dangerous products in the European market (links included)

Dangerous products and items containing hazardous chemicals have been identified in the European market, according to an announcement by the Labour Inspection Department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security....

125. EU and Turkey edge closer to modernizing customs union

A significant effort is underway to modernize the Turkish Customs Union, a landmark economic arrangement that has governed trade between Turkey and the European Union (EU) since 1996. ...

126. More spending in Cyprus, but prices are rising

Cyprus is seeing more people shopping and spending money, but higher prices are still affecting the cost of living. New data shows that in November 2024, both the amount of goods sold and the money spent in retail stores went up compared to last year....

127. CNN's Hero of the Year is healing hearts and saving dogs

Stephen Knight, the founder of Dogs Matter, was celebrated as CNN’s Hero of the Year for 2024, recognized for his heartfelt mission of fostering dogs while their owners focus on overcoming addiction....

128. Banks under fire: How public pressure forced a shake-up

Over the past decade, Cypriot banks have paid over €500 million to the state through a special levy known as the ''double tax.''...

129. Consumer Service: Price reductions in 39 product categories

The Consumer Protection Service announces the Consumer Product Price Observatory for November 2024....

130. Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers encourages creation and innovation

The Future Skills Hub of the European University Cyprus, in collaboration with the Department of Secondary Technical and Vocational Education and Training of the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth, the Youth Board of Cyprus, and IDEP Lifelong Learning, successfully concluded the Hackathon on Digital Skills for Teenagers. ...

131. Bean Bar brings Christmas magic to life

Christmas time is here again, and Bean Bar invites us to experience the magic of the most beautiful time of the year and to make the true meaning of the holidays come true by supporting children in need....

132. The Banker: Bank of Cyprus wins Bank of the Year award again for 2024

The Banker, one of the leading international publications focused on banking and finance, has named Bank of Cyprus the Bank of the Year in Cyprus in its 2024 awards....

133. New Alphamega Hypermarkets’ store opens in Astromeritis

Another state-of-the-art store was added to the Alphamega Hypermarkets’ chain. The new Alphamega Hypermarkets’ store in Astromeritis has opened its doors to the public today. It is the 20th store of Alphamega Hypermarkets, Cyprus largest and fastest growing hypermarket chain....

134. Temu’s tempting deals are a double-edged sword for Cypriot shoppers

Temu, an emerging e-commerce platform, offers an extensive range of products, from gadgets and household goods to clothing and toys, at remarkably low prices....

135. Explore the sweet side of Cyprus on 'World Mountain Day'

This December 11th, Cyprus invites locals and tourists to celebrate World Mountain Day 2024 by exploring its majestic Troodos Mountains and discovering the island’s rich biodiversity, culture, and local products. ...

136. Potato prices skyrocket sparking long lines in occupied areas

Potatoes have become the talk of the town in Cyprus, but not for the usual reasons. ...

137. Green Line regulation boosts trade, but challenges remain

The Green Line Regulation, which defines the legal framework for the movement of goods, people, and services between the government-controlled areas and the northern Turkish-occupied areas of Cyprus, remains a vital tool for the country’s reunification,...

138. Black Friday buzz as shoppers return in full force

According to an article by Dorita Yiannakou, this past week, the retail scene came alive with the buzz of Black Friday. ...

139. Cypriot teens top Europe in vaping

According to a report by Hector Georgiou, a recent ESPAD survey showed that Cypriot teenagers are among the top users of e-cigarettes in Europe....

140. Fake Ariel detergent scheme busted in Europe

Latvian authorities have uncovered a large-scale counterfeiting operation involving Ariel laundry detergent, accusing two Lithuanian citizens of producing and distributing fake products across Europe....

141. Cyprus DOT warns drivers about Takata airbag recalls: Check your car now

The Department of Road Transport (DOT) has issued an important reminder to vehicle owners in Cyprus about the ongoing recall of vehicles with defective parts, including Takata airbags. ...

142. Sparkle, joy and enthusiasm at Alphamega Hypermarkets’ Christmas tree lighting ceremony

Christmas magic came to life at Alphamega Hypermarkets, as the chain welcomed the most joyous season of the year with festive lights and joy. ...

143. Geoeconomic tensions and Cyprus: Staying the course amid challenges ahead

Geoeconomic fragmentation, the reversal of progress towards global economic and financial integration due to political and military conflict and strategic policy decisions, is rising....

144. Bean Bar: Celebrating Christmas by supporting children

Bean Bar is getting in the festive spirit and welcomes the magic of Christmas, our children’s favourite holiday, while supporting the work of Hope for Children....

145. Rising food prices leave Cypriot households struggling

A recent survey reveals that consumers in Cyprus are increasingly worried about their financial future, as rising food costs and economic challenges weigh heavily on households....

146. Sklavenitis to revamp Papantoniou supermarkets across Cyprus

In September 2025, the Sklavenitis Cyprus network will officially complete its acquisition of Papantoniou Supermarkets, a move that will significantly reshape the local retail landscape, according to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou....

147. Sleigh it ain’t so! Cyprus’ christmas villages are back!

If there’s one thing Cyprus knows how to do, it’s sprinkle a little extra holiday magic on everything. This year, eight traditional villages and towns are donning their holiday best, rolling out the welcome mat, ...

148. Amazon launches 'Haul', a low-cost rival to Temu and Shein

Amazon is launching a new e-commerce platform called Haul, designed to offer shoppers incredibly low prices on a wide range of products, aiming to take on growing competition from Chinese brands like Temu and Shein....

149. ARIS │ A REALLY INSPIRING STORY is looking to cultivate new stories of success

150. Cyprus’ floating LNG unit 'Prometheus' finally sets sail from Shanghai

After months of delays linked to the Vasilikos scandal, Cyprus' Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) 'Prometheus' is finally set to leave Shanghai in early December. ...