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601. Historic Artemis statue found at Kourion site

A marble statue of Apollo’s twin sister Artemis dated to the fourth century CE was found during the 2024 final excavation season of the Kourion Urban Space Project....

602. ''Christodoulides’ success built on my policies,'' says Anastasiades

Former President Nicos Anastasiades has criticized current President Nicos Christodoulides for taking credit for projects initiated by the previous administration....

603. 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....

604. 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....

605. Erdogan leads a grand spectacle and provocation in occupied territories

On the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in July 1974, Ankara is staging its largest ''celebration'' in the occupied territories, replete with multiple symbolisms and a display of military power led by the amphibious aircraft carrier...

606. Cyprus' political failure 50 years on

The 20th of July will mark the day the Turkish Army invaded and occupied 40% of the island of Cyprus. Greece’s Prime Minister Mitsotakis, dignitaries and other heads of state will be welcomed as guests by President Christodoulides to commemorate that historical dark event but to also make the customary petty speeches aimed to tickle people’s ears....

607. 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. ...

608. ETYFA criticizes consortium for failing Vasilikos project

The Natural Gas Infrastructure Company of Cyprus (ETYFA) expressed deep frustration and disappointment on Friday, confirming that the consortium contracted for the Vasilikos project is not only unwilling but also unable to complete the work....

609. Cyprus secures €30 million EU grant for enhanced maritime surveillance

Cyprus has secured an additional €30 million in funding from the European Commission to enhance its maritime surveillance capabilities. This funding follows the successful selection...

610. BBF, Proud Sponsor of the Year for Limassol Nautical Club, at Road to Paris 2024 Press Conference

BBF, the Official Sponsor Partner of the Limassol Nautical Club (LNC) for the year 2023-24, proudly attended a Press Conference held at the LNC premises on Friday, 12 July 2024, ...

611. Construction of youth housing in occupied Cyprus to begin next month

Within a month, construction will commence on social housing projects for young people in the occupied areas of Morphou and Gerolakkos, according to "Prime Minister" Unal Ustel....

612. Cyprus plans solar panels for National Guard by 2027

Cyprus will begin installing solar panels in National Guard camps and other facilities starting in September, aiming for completion by 2027, according to Defense Minister Vassilis Palmas. ...

613. Solar-powered 'smart benches' to monitor air quality in Greece

614. Public works enforces €100,000 fine for Nicosia ring road delay

The Public Works Department has activated a contract clause imposing penalties on Cyfield Construction Ltd. for delays in the completion of the first phase of the Nicosia Ring Road....

615. Cyprus will build a naval base in Mari with Greek support

The Minister of Defense, Vasilis Palmas, confirmed reports regarding the construction of a naval base in Mari, during an interview on SPOR FM 95’s ''Diaspora News.''...

616. 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....

617. Polis Chrysochous plans industrial zone, €141M investment

The municipality of Polis Chrysochous is set to undergo a transformative development phase with planned projects totaling €141 million over the coming years, as announced by Mayor Yiotos Papachristofis. ...

618. ADMIE pushes for new ruling on power cable costs

Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) of Greece presented new data to the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (RAEK) on Monday, regarding......

619. Yet another delay in Nicosia perimeter road triggers daily penalties for CyField

CyField, the company responsible for constructing Nicosia's perimeter motorway, is bein genalized €5,500 as of today, July 16. The Transport Minister, Alexis Vafeadis, confirmed this development during an interview with SPOR FM 95.00's ''Diaspora News.''...

620. Legal challenges mount over Vasilikos Terminal abandonment

Cyprus is preparing for significant changes in its energy sector following the formal termination of the contract between the Natural Gas Infrastructure......

621. UN project boosts water access for Cyprus wildlife in buffer zone

It's impossible not to be moved by the climate and wildlife of Cyprus, particularly in dry regions like the buffer zone, abandoned since the Turkish invasion of 1974....

622. Cyprus faces financial hit as Chinese consortium exits energy project

Following the public admission by Energy Minister George Papaconstantinou, the agreed separation between Cyprus' Natural Gas Infrastructure Company (ETYFA) and the Chinese consortium CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd (CMC Ltd) is imminent, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras in this Sunday's printed edition of Kathimerini....

623. Study reveals pros and cons of Great Sea Interconnector

Cyprus' Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry, George Papanastasiou, announced on Thursday that the comprehensive cost-benefit study for the Cyprus-Greece (Crete) electricity interconnection, known as the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI),...

624. The 'Great Sea Interconnector' will cut electricity costs by 30%

Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry George Papanastasiou is set to meet with the management of Greece's Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) on Thursday to receive a comprehensive Cost and Benefit Analysis (CBA) for the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) project, linking Cyprus, Greece, and Israel....

625. Cyprus tourism faces €25 million Hit

The president of the Cyprus Hotel Association (PASYXE), Thanos Michaelides, has highlighted the urgent need to extend the tourist season and increase the number of year-round hotel operations. ...

626. Cyprus advances road safety with Intelligent Transport Systems

In a bid to modernize its main road network and bolster transport safety, Cyprus is rolling out state-of-the-art intelligent transport systems (ITS) across key routes. ...

627. 'Land of Tomorrow' set to transform Larnaca's coastline

The coastal community development project, ''Land of Tomorrow,'' is set to transform the industrial image of Dhekelia in Larnaca into a modern and sustainable urban environment. ...

628. Cyprus sets course for cheaper electricity in 2025

Energy, Commerce, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou unveiled Cyprus' ambitious plans for the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) during a press conference in Nicosia on Tuesday. ...

629. No progress on Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnection project

No progress was made on the Cyprus side's position regarding the Crete-Cyprus electricity interconnection project during yesterday's teleconference, initiated by the European Commission and involving stakeholders from Greece and Cyprus....

630. Chinese consortium exits Vasilikos LNG project

The Chinese CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd (CMC Ltd) is set to exit the unfinished photovoltaic (PV) terminal project in Vasilikos, according to Cyprus' Energy Minister George Papanastasiou. ...