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1. Unlock your digital identity: The 'Digital Citizen' app now available for teens over 14

The "Digital Citizen" application is now accessible to individuals aged 14 and above....

2. Mind REset at its best

The participation of Cypriot teams in the European competition of the educational environmental programme mind REset, which took place in Vienna this year, was completed with an impressive double distinction, proving that the next generation can - and should - play a leading role in efforts towards a more sustainable future....

3. Spring? What Spring?

Happy Wednesday! We’re halfway through the week—yaaay! But also, what season is this exactly? Because it’s technically spring, but Cyprus didn’t get the memo....

4. Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale a penthouse in Strovolos, and apartment building in Paralimni as well as other exceptional residential real estate opportunities in Nicosia, Larnaca, Paphos, and Famagusta....

5. Buying direct can save you nearly 40% on fresh fruits and vegetables

If you're looking to cut your grocery bill, skipping the middleman and buying directly from local producers might be your best bet. ...

6. Questions mount after 14-year-old's tragic fall from Trilogy Tower

The tragic death of a 14-year-old boy who fell from the 34th floor of the Trilogy complex in Limassol has left many questions unanswered, sparking intense investigations by law enforcement since early Thursday morning. ...

7. Lebanese investor threatens legal action over blocked €115M Nicosia development

A Lebanese investor is threatening legal action after the Department of Antiquities blocked a €115 million development near the historic Nicosia walls, despite other authorities initially supporting the project...

8. ''He who dwells everywhere''

Nicosia For Art – the production team behind the Nicosia International Festival – presents the world premiere of a performance of words and music, inspired by the work of Saint Romanos the Melodist. ...

9. Spring or summer? Cyprus can’t decide!

Happy Hump Day, Cyprus! We’re halfway through the week—so close, yet so far from Friday. And just when you thought spring was in full swing, Mother Nature has decided to crank up the heat, leaving us all wondering if summer RSVP’d way too early....

10. Solar power, minus the power as homeowners left in the dark

Citizens who installed photovoltaic (solar) systems in Cyprus are feeling left in the dark and frustrated as their green energy is continuously cut off, leaving them to rely on conventional electricity. ...

11. Lidl Cyprus celebrates its 15th anniversary with a very special anniversary competition

12. Too much sun, too much wind, too little strategy.

If there's too much sun, we face energy problems because the solar panels collect more energy than we can store. If it's too cold, we face problems because the system can't handle the increased demand for heating....

13. Residential and agricultural plots for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale a house in Aglandjia, agricultural fields, as well as a large plot for tourist development in Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, Larnaca and Famagusta....

14. Paphos' local planning authority set to greenlight controversial tourist development

The Paphos Local Plan Authority (EOA) is on the verge of approving a contentious tourist development in Latchi, despite confirmed planning violations by the project's Israeli owners — sparking serious questions about the conduct of local authorities....

15. Net-billing to replace net-metering: What you need to know

Cyprus is set to transition from the current net-metering system to net-billing for new residential solar energy systems, with the backing of the European Union....

16. A bleak reflection of our society’s decay

Two men were recently found dead in a workplace, a makeshift apartment where they slept on an inflatable bed. In an effort to ward off the bitter cold, they lit a fukou and left it to burn, and tragically, the noxious fumes led to their deaths....

17. A frosty reality check: Yes, I was wrong—it was cold!

Good morning, folks! It’s Monday, and if you, like me, are struggling to leave the warmth of your bed, I don’t blame you. After all, stepping outside feels like walking into a freezer—though, to be fair, not quite the deep freeze of last night....

18. Concerns grow over high-rise construction near historic Famagusta Gate

The Association of Cyprus Archaeologists has voiced strong concerns over the Nicosia Municipality's plans to permit the construction of high-rise buildings near Famagusta Gate, ...

19. The ''geniuses'' behind Cyprus’ energy farce

For those of you who thought that the TikTok videos where a wanted criminal chats with the police were the most absurd thing to happen this week, you were wrong....

20. E-Kalathi platform set to revolutionize shopping with real-time price comparison

From the 10th of February this year, supermarkets across Cyprus have been participating in a pilot phase of the e-kalathi electronic platform, with plans to roll it out to consumers by March 4. ...

21. Sklavenitis reopens first renovated Papantoniou supermarket in Engomi

The Pappantoniou supermarket in Engomi has undergone a complete renovation and will reopen its doors in early March under the new name Sklavenitis....

22. Investigations continue into tragic fire that killed family

Authorities in Limassol are continuing their investigation into the devastating house fire that claimed the lives of a **family of five** last Saturday....

23. Lidl Cyprus goes ahead with new additional financial benefits of €450,000

Lidl Cyprus is rewarding the collective effort and contribution of its team by providing additional financial benefits totaling €450,000 to boost its income. At the same time, as from March 1, 2025, it’s establishing the minimum wage for its employees at €1,220 gross....

24. MAGA: Make Averof Great Again!

Never before has the slogan of DISY ''seismos seismos, Synagermos'' (or roughly translated: ''earthquake, earthquake, DISY'' been more fitting than in the days we're living through now (It does sound better in Greek though don't you agree?). ...

25. New Bean Bar opens at the University of Nicosia

26. Parallel projects on Tseriou Ave cause confusion amid €33M overhaul

The redevelopment of Tseriou Avenue consists of two parallel projects, creating confusion in the area and significant inconvenience for shopkeepers and residents....

27. Cyprus Environmental Dept backs Latchi development despite irregularities

A controversial tourist development in Latchi, Paphos, is facing increasing scrutiny as both the Paphos Provincial Municipality and the Environment Department become involved in a growing legal and environmental dispute. ...

28. Hotels cannot retain guest ID copies, Commissioner warns

29. Who is the face behind the new Superhome Center?

The king of cement, Filaretos Kaltsidis, is behind the sale of Superhome DIY....

30. Four new types of branches at the Bank of Cyprus

Bank of Cyprus branches are entering a new era, with the bank having moved to modernise the operational model of its network with four types of branches....