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1. Rental prices in Cyprus show dramatic divide: Limassol rents more than double those in Paphos and Larnaca

Rental prices across Cyprus have remained largely stable, balancing increased demand from students with new housing developments....

2. Back to School with amazing prizes from Alphamega Hypermarkets

As September and the beginning of the new school year approach, Alphamega Hypermarkets stand by students and their parents alike for yet another year, offering everything they need to be fully set for the new school year....

3. Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) launches the new Shell GO+ campaign starring Shell stations, Michalis Sofokleous and Herodotos Miltiadous

Coral Cyprus, the official licensee of Shell in Cyprus, is launching a new humorous digital campaign for the Shell GO+ rewards app. If you haven’t downloaded it yet, now is the time, because every transaction brings you closer to points, gifts, contests and exclusive perks....

4. USA 1 – EU 0

Just days before the August 1st deadline, the U.S. and the EU managed to strike a new trade deal, prompting sighs of relief, as the two traditional allies will not have to clash, at least for now....

5. Ministry wraps up third phase of motorcycle equipment subsidy program

The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works said Wednesday that it has completed the third phase of its subsidy plan for protective equipment for motorcyclists....

6. Modernist building demolished in central Nicosia, raising concerns over heritage loss

A modernist building on Electras Street, located between Stasinou and Stasandrou, was demolished recently, drawing criticism from architects and residents concerned about the ongoing loss of Cyprus’ mid-20th-century architectural heritage....

7. BidX1 to hold major property auction on 30th July, featuring homes from €60k and online bidding access

BidX1, the property auction platform, has announced that it will hold a large auction on Wednesday 30th July, offering homebuyers, investors, and developers an exciting opportunity to secure real estate in Cyprus before the summer slow-down....

8. Cyprus taps U.S. and EU defense funds to strengthen military

Cyprus is taking steps to strengthen its military capabilities with help from both the European Union and the United States, government officials announced on Wednesday, marking another sign of deepening strategic ties between Nicosia and Washington....

9. Guilfoyle vows to champion Cyprus, Greece, and Israel in U.S. foreign policy

Kimberly Guilfoyle, nominee for a seat on the influential U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, pledged during her confirmation hearing to prioritize strong American alliances with Cyprus, Greece, and Israel, calling the Eastern Mediterranean region vital to U.S. national security....

10. Cyprus considers electricity bill surcharge to fund €25 million energy project payment

Cyprus is preparing to impose a temporary surcharge on electricity bills to fund a €25 million payment requested by Greece’s Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) for the Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnection project, energy officials told Parliament on Tuesday....

11. Cyprus is being bought, and the state doesn’t seem to know or care

About a year ago, I met with the top state official responsible for land and property issues in Cyprus. I won’t name names. My intention isn’t to target anyone personally, but I will say this: I spoke to the person who should know the most about the growing number of real estate acquisitions by non-EU nationals....

12. Thieves steal €10,000 in chains from Larnaca jewelry store

Police are investigating the theft of several gold chains from a jewelry store in Larnaca after the owner reported being deceived by two individuals....

13. New EV grants open, but you’ve only got until October

Cyprus is rolling out a new €2.5 million electric vehicle subsidy scheme, but only 260 spots are up for grabs, and buyers will need to move fast....

14. Cyprus e-mobility grant scheme faces criticism as initial funding runs out

The recently launched e-mobility grant scheme in Cyprus has drawn criticism from the Association of Importers of Motor & Electric Vehicles (SEMHIO), which expressed serious concerns about the plan’s limited budget and structural shortcomings....

15. Second Home Program gives appliances a new purpose, giving families a new start

The “Second Home” program by Kotsovolos is a bridge between surplus and need, comfort and struggle, everyday items and extraordinary hope....

16. Cyprus launches €2.5M plan to support electric and hybrid vehicle buyers

The Cabinet has approved the government’s new €2.5 million subsidy scheme aimed at supporting the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles in Cyprus....

17. Lakatamia land reserved for school sits idle since 1996

Nearly three decades after land was reserved for a new school in Lakatamia, the property remains untouched, prompting fierce criticism from lawmakers who say the state has violated landowners' rights and failed to act transparently....

18. Government officials go green with new fleet of 31 electric cars

State officials in Cyprus will soon be driving electric, as 31 EVs are being added to the government fleet....

19. 25th Petrolina Annual General Meeting

On Thursday, the 19th of June, the 25th Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited took place....

20. Cyprus to launch e-Kalathi digital shopping platform

Energy, Commerce and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou is set to announce the launch of the e-Kalathi digital platform during a press conference Wednesday....

21. Audit flags conflict of interest in Parliament’s €77,500 furniture purchase

The architect who recommended a €77,500 furnishing labeled as "artwork" for the House of Representatives also holds a managerial position at the company that supplied the furniture, according to the Audit Service....

22. Posh perks and pricey trips: Inside Parliament’s 2023 spending spree

The Auditor General of the Republic has issued a series of significant recommendations in his report concerning the operations of the House of Representatives for the year 2023....

23. Aykut defends property sales in Turkish TV interview

Businessman Simon Aykut, accused of unlawfully selling Greek Cypriot properties in the occupied north, defended the legality of his company’s real estate dealings in a televised interview presented Monday as evidence in a Nicosia courtroom....

24. Protein cookies recalled in Cyprus over undeclared allergen

The Ministry of Health has announced a recall of certain protein cookies after undeclared gluten was found in the product, posing a potential risk to individuals with gluten intolerance, allergies or celiac disease....

25. Petrolina: Travel with Fantom

Petrolina, through its new promotional campaign ''Travel with Fantom,'' offers all its customers the opportunity to acquire one or more travel products from the Fantom collection included in the program, with a 50% discount....

26. Kato Pyrgos goes green as Cyprus’ first eco-community takes root

Kato Pyrgos Tilliria is about to make history as Cyprus’ very first green community , and if all goes to plan, it could become a national model for how outlying areas can live cleaner, greener, and cheaper....

27. Did it escape or was it stolen? Investigation continues into dismembered kangaroo

A disturbing case in Deryneia involving the dismemberment of a kangaroo has horrified the public and prompted a deeper police investigation into how the animal ended up in the hands of two men, and whether it was stolen, purchased, or already dead....

28. Emirates and AEGEAN enhance partnership to offer reciprocal loyalty benefits

Emirates Skywards members can now earn and redeem Miles on all flights operated by AEGEAN; and similarly, Miles+Bonus members can earn and redeem miles on all flights operated by Emirates....

29. Altia strengthens its presence with a dynamic participation in REALTYon Expo 2025

30. Transport Ministry to relaunch electric car grants after public backlash

The Cypriot government is preparing new grant schemes to support the purchase of electric cars, following criticism over its recent decision to scale back an earlier subsidy program due to low uptake....