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1. Sip, swirl, and savor the essence of Cyprus' most ancient grape variety

If you love wine or just enjoy a good story, you won’t want to miss the celebration of Cyprus’ prized Maratheftiko grape happening in Paphos on November 28th....

2. $6.2M for a banana taped to a wall. Have we gone bananas?

It’s official—art is bananas. Literally....

3. 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....

4. Italian village offers €1 homes to Americans following U.S. elections

The small village of Ollolai in Sardinia is making a bold appeal to Americans, who, as non-European Union citizens, are being given preferential treatment in its latest campaign to attract new residents....

5. Indian whisky steps up: A new contender on the global stage

India is shaking up the whisky world, blending centuries-old traditions with modern-day distilling to create whiskies that are finally getting noticed globally....

6. Romania marks 106 years since the 'Great Union' at diplomatic reception in Nicosia

The Embassy of Romania in Nicosia hosted a special event on November 12, 2024, to celebrate Romania’s National Day and the strong ties between Romania and Cyprus....

7. Florence cracks down on over tourism in historic city center

As millions of tourists flood Italy’s historic cities, Florence is stepping up efforts to manage the pressures of overtourism. With concerns mounting that the high visitor volume threatens the city’s cultural heritage and livability, ...

8. Trump administration: Who's in, who's out?

President-elect Donald Trump has officially named campaign co-chair Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, marking the first appointment of his new administration....

9. Trump's re-election could reshape Cyprus talks and U.S.-Turkey relations

The re-election of Donald Trump raises significant questions about the future of U.S. foreign policy, particularly in relation to Cyprus and U.S.-Turkish relations, according to Kathimerini's Yiannis Ioannou....

10. Coffee Island enters India, sets sights on multinational growth

Coffee Island, the popular Greek coffee chain, is making waves in the global market with its first store opening in India, set for December in New Delhi....

11. Conversation Series at the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation with bαhçές Histories* of Cyprus x Cyprus Insula Exhibition

In the framework of the exhibition Cyprus Insula - History, Memory, Reality the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation invites bαhçές Histories* of Cyprus, for a series of conversations on themes central the Cypriot insularity and modernity....

12. From Cyprus to Paris: Antonis Avouris named France’s Best Young Chef

Earlier this month, 27-year-old Cypriot chef Antonis Avouris made headlines after winning the prestigious San Pellegrino Young Chef award for the French region. ...

13. Champions and Rebels Unite!

14. US Ambassador celebrates new digital platform for Cypriot youth

The U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus has voiced strong support for a newly launched digital platform, Cyprus Digital Heritage, aimed at bringing young people closer to the island's rich history and cultural legacy. ...

15. A must-see artistic event in Cyprus!

Kapopoulos Auction House will present a live auction of Artworks at the Ajax Hotel in Limassol on Wednesday, November 6 at 7:30 p.m....

16. Pilot program to promote cultural literacy in 15 Cypriot schools

Cyprus is launching a pilot program in schools aimed at promoting cultural literacy among students, officials announced Thursday in Nicosia. Education Minister Athina Michaelidou and Deputy Minister of Culture Vasiliki Kassianidou introduced the "Schools as Ambassadors of Culture - Students as Ambassadors of Citizenship" initiative, which will roll out in 15 schools across all educational levels this academic year. ...

17. Night at the museum, Cyprus edition!

Imagine wandering through centuries of history while sipping cocktails (well maybe not exactly next to artifacts) and enjoying techno beats. ...

18. Havana Club Joins the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

The Cyprus Cocktail Festival, widely recognized as the country's premier cocktail event, returns for its 5th edition, promising a spectacular evening of signature drinks from 20 top cocktail bars from Cyprus and abroad. ...

19. Eminente at the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

The highly anticipated Cyprus Cocktail Festival, now in its 5th year, returns to deliver an unforgettable evening of signature cocktails from 20 of the best bars in Cyprus and beyond. ...

20. Lucky JOKER ticket in Kokkinotrimithia wins €18.6 million jackpot

A single ticket has made one individual extraordinarily wealthy following the 2812th JOKER draw, as they secured a prize of €18,694,681.21. The winning ticket, ...

21. Here's your chance to become a gondolier earning up to €150,000

Picture this: gliding through Venice’s canals, steering a sleek black gondola beneath ancient bridges, serenading tourists as the city’s history unfolds around you....

22. Coca-Cola HBC Cyprus at the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival

Coca-Cola HBC Cyprus is excited to participate in the 5th Cyprus Cocktail Festival, the nation’s top cocktail event, featuring Three Cents Artisanal Beverages as the main sponsor and Finlandia vodka....

23. Cyprus's best photo spots with great food nearby

Cyprus is a photographer’s dream all year round, but especially during this time of year when the island’s natural beauty is at its peak. ...

24. The 5th Lidl Wellness Camp was held with great success 

Continuing its tradition of promoting and strengthening a healthy lifestyle, Lidl Cyprus welcomed more than 250 participants of all ages to this year's Lidl Wellness Camp....

25. 5th Cyprus LGBTQ+ Film Festival: A decade of queer cinema and cultural celebration

Nicosia's vibrant heart is again set to pulse with creativity, diversity, and cinematic brilliance as the 5th Cyprus LGBTQ+ Film Festival returns from 20-29 September. ...

26. The price of 'green': How the poor subsidize the rich’s environmental perks

''Fortunately, crumbs are falling from the tables of the rich, so we don't starve to death,'' lamented a long-suffering, honest, and somewhat ''naive'' man....

27. US West Coast braces for 49°C heat as Phoenix breaks 100-day streak record

The U.S. West Coast is bracing for extreme heat this week, with temperatures in desert areas expected to soar as high as 49 degrees Celsius. Phoenix, Arizona, is likely to extend its record streak of 100 days with temperatures over 38 degrees Celsius, according to forecasts released Tuesday....

28. Ancient Cypriot settlement reveals child burial and early metallurgy

Excavations at the ancient Chalcolithic settlement of Chlorakas-Palloures in Cyprus have unveiled remarkable insights into life on the island 5,000 years ago,...

29. Cyprus' Olympion joins leading K12 education group Globeducate

Globeducate announces the acquisition of Education Group OLYMPION School (Εκπαιδευτικός Όμιλος ΟΛΥΜΠΙΟΝ) near Nicosia in Cyprus, a group of Greek private schools with nearly 450 pupils aged 6 to 18 across Gymnasium, Lyceum and, from September 2024, Elementary stages....

30. Greece tightens bank statement rules for schengen visa

Travelers planning to visit Greece need a Schengen visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period across the Schengen Area. ...