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241. Crete earthquake shakes the region, tremors felt in Cyprus

A powerful earthquake struck off the northern coast of Crete early Thursday morning, shaking large parts of Greece and even being felt in areas of Cyprus. Fortunately, despite the strength of the tremor, there are no reports of serious damage or injuries....

242. Tatar demands opening of Lympia-Louroujina crossing as work ramps up

Construction is moving forward on the Turkish side for a new crossing point in the Lympia-Louroujina area, with Turkish Cypriot officials urging Cypriot residents to pressure the government to open the barrier....

243. Do smart meters cause problems with electrical appliances?

Recent reports of household appliances catching fire following the installation of smart meters by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) have raised concerns among the public....

244. New ATMs reach remote corners of Cyprus

If you live in a village or remote area, getting access to cash just got a little easier....

245. Over €620,000 in upgrades heading to Polis and nearby villages

In a welcome boost for the Paphos district, more than €620,000 in grants will soon flow into Polis Chrysochous and surrounding communities as part of a government push to breathe new life into rural, mountainous, and remote areas....

246. Kyrenia's historic church brought back to life

A centuries-old church in Kyrenia, once the spiritual heart of the region, has been brought back to life after an extensive restoration project....

247. Cyprus sees 25.5% jump in tourist arrivals in April, U.K. tops list

Cyprus welcomed 418,730 tourists in April 2025, a 25.5% increase from the 333,563 arrivals recorded in April 2024, according to figures released Monday by the Statistical Service....

248. Larnaca Police seize cocaine hidden in bathroom furniture (PHOTOS)

Two people were arrested after police discovered cocaine hidden inside a piece of furniture during a drug raid at a Larnaca residence, authorities said....

249. Michelin-star chef Kazuyuki Tanaka takes over Cap St. Georges for two-night culinary showcase

Cap St. Georges Hotel & Resort is set to welcome the renowned Michelin-starred chef Kazuyuki Tanaka for the highly anticipated Sky Stars Culinary event on the 30th and 31st of May....

250. Kangaroo killing case: Three arraigned, two more still wanted

Three people were arraigned on Friday before the Famagusta District Court in connection with the disturbing case of a kangaroo being butchered in an apartment parking lot....

251. Makariou Avenue set to reopen to all vehicles on weekdays, but not just yet

Makariou Avenue could soon reopen to all traffic during the day, following a majority vote by the Nicosia Municipal Council — but the final green light will need to come from the Police and the European Union....

252. EU to fund expansion of Nicosia’s Pedieos Linear Park

The European Union will provide approximately €4.4 million to fund the expansion of the Pedieos Linear Park, the European Commission announced....

253. The quiet city turning into Cyprus’ new investment hotspot

A new skyline is rising in Larnaca, complete with modern high-rises and upscale mixed-use developments....

254. Agricultural plots for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale large aagricultural plots in Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, and Larnaca that are ideal as investments....

255. 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....

256. Larnaca's Horizon Towers is a fresh start for the city’s waterfront

What was once a hub for oil and gas storage in Larnaca is about to be transformed into a thriving, modern neighborhood. ...

257. Spate of overnight attacks in Limassol leaves two injured, delivery driver robbed

Limassol saw a troubling string of violent incidents overnight, with three separate attacks reported in less than four hours, leaving two men injured and a third, an on-duty delivery driver, robbed of his electric bike....

258. Snakes on the rise as drought drives snakes into Cyprus homes

Cypriot homeowners are getting some unexpected, and very unwelcome, visitors lately: snakes. Reports of slithery intruders in yards, gardens, and even by swimming pools are becoming more frequent as warm weather and drought conditions drive the reptiles into residential areas in search of water and shade....

259. Man arrested after chopped kangaroo found in parking lot

A 36-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after police discovered the butchered remains of a kangaroo in a residential parking area in the Famagusta district, authorities said....

260. Cyprus struggles to fill jobs amid booming sectors, red tape

Cyprus is facing ongoing labor shortages across critical sectors, with acute gaps in professional drivers and nursing staff threatening service quality for both residents and tourists....

261. Inmate population in Cyprus more than doubles prison capacity, Eurostat says

Cyprus had the most overcrowded prisons in the European Union in 2023, with an inmate population more than double the system’s intended capacity, according to figures released by Eurostat, the EU’s statistics agency....

262. PwC Cyprus: The Cypriot real estate market maintained its momentum in 2024

PwC Cyprus presents its annual report on the Cypriot real estate market, outlining the main developments and trends of the sector during 2024, through detailed analysis and the use of extensive databases as well as the firm’s sectoral expertise....

263. Why London’s real estate market remains one of the most liquid in the world

London’s property market has long been considered a safe bet for investors. The reason? It’s all about liquidity. ...

264. Israel greenlights full Gaza takeover, sparking fears of escalation

Israel’s government has approved a controversial plan to fully capture the Gaza Strip and remain in the territory for an unknown period of time, an aggressive military move that would drastically expand its ongoing operations and likely deepen international concerns....

265. Nicosia Mayor slams delay in flood works after streets turn to rivers

A brief but intense downpour over the weekend turned part of Engomi into a fast-moving river, raising fresh concerns over Cyprus’ readiness to handle extreme weather....

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

267. Cyprus avoids water cuts, but your bill might take a hit

Cyprus has sidestepped water cuts this summer thanks to a last-minute deal with the United Arab Emirates for 15 mobile desalination units....

268. Weighting for change: Cyprus feels the heavy burden of obesity

Obesity in Cyprus has reached 16.9% of the population, according to the country’s first National Nutrition Survey, released Friday by the Research and Education Institute “Health of the Child.” ...

269. Nicosia nabs top spot in Cyprus's priciest property sales for March

Nicosia topped the charts in March with the most expensive property sale in Cyprus, a whopping €29.3 million office transaction in the central district of Agioi Omologites, according to property data firm Ask Wire....

270. Major fires in Israel prompt request for help from Cyprus (VIDEOS)

Wildfires have been sweeping through the western parts of Jerusalem, rekindling concerns in areas affected by similar fires last week. ...