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1. Water breakthrough in Paphos as lifeline found underground

As Cyprus continues to grapple with a prolonged drought and soaring summer demand, a rare bit of good news has surfaced, literally....

2. June Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 06/06/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

3. “The right time is coming and it will come soon,” vows Greek Foreign Minister regarding Crete-Cyprus power link

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis reaffirmed Greece’s commitment to the Crete-Cyprus electricity interconnection project, stating that it will proceed as planned and “at the right time,” during a recent interview....

4. Cypriots ready to embrace home energy storage, but only with subsidies, survey finds

A recent survey reveals strong Cypriot consumer support for expanding household photovoltaic (PV) systems with battery storage, but adoption hinges on government subsidies, according to research by Realpolls presented at the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit....

5. Half of teens wish the internet didn’t exist, survey finds

Nearly half of teenagers say they’d rather grow up in a world without the internet, according to a new UK study highlighting the growing concerns young people have about the impact of social media on their mental health....

6. Cyprus borrowers are back as loan demand soars in 2025

Cyprus banks had a busy first quarter in 2025, handing out €1.24 billion in new loans, as falling interest rates sparked renewed interest in borrowing....

7. Cypriots worry AI threatens artists’ livelihoods, Eurobarometer survey finds

A majority of Cypriots are concerned that artificial intelligence could harm the livelihoods of artists, according to a Eurobarometer survey published Thursday, reflecting wider European unease about the role of AI in the cultural sector....

8. Deloitte’s 2025 Global Human Capital Trends aims to help leaders navigate complex workplace tensions

Deloitte’s 2025 Global Human Capital Trends, Turning tensions into triumphs: Helping leaders transform uncertainty into opportunity, explores how workers, managers, executives and organisations are navigating today’s biggest workplace challenges....

9. Alcohol sales to minors on the rise, and no one seems to be stopping it

More and more teenagers in Cyprus are getting their hands on alcohol, and they’re not hiding it. In the afternoons, groups of underage drinkers are gathering in public parks across the island, bottles in hand, as the sale of alcohol to minors spirals out of control....

10. 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.” ...

11. Stone age surprise in Akamas as discovery shakes up island's prehistoric history

It turns out Akamas wasn’t the quiet backwater of ancient Cyprus after all. A new archaeological dig in the northwest part of the peninsula has unearthed artifacts so significant, they’re already changing the narrative on Cyprus’ early prehistory and could change how future development unfolds in the area....

12. Is development finance the key to fixing London’s housing crisis?

London’s housing crisis is certainly nothing new, but its consequences are becoming increasingly harder to ignore....

13. Powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes off Ecuador’s coast

A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the northern coast of Ecuador, causing damage to buildings near the epicenter but resulting in no reported injuries....

14. Cypriots losing faith in politics, but not in police

Cypriots have made one thing loud and clear: when it comes to politics, their trust is running on empty....

15. 6.2 magnitude quake shakes Istanbul

Istanbul was rocked by a powerful earthquake on Tuesday afternoon, shaking buildings and nerves across Turkey’s largest city. The 6.2 magnitude tremor struck just before 1pm local time and was felt across several provinces, triggering panic but—thankfully—no major damage or injuries so far....

16. Cypriots struggle to keep up as food and energy prices climb

As prices continue to rise at the supermarket and electricity bills put pressure on family budgets, more people in Cyprus are finding it harder to make ends meet....

17. April Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 04/04/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

18. Turkey irked by Greece–Cyprus power cable plans near Karpathos

19. Cyprus kicks off 2025 with tourism boom as revenues jump 53% in January

Tourism in Cyprus is off to a flying start in 2025, with January’s revenue soaring to €69.2 million, a 53.1% jump compared to the same month last year, according to the latest figures from the Statistical Service’s Traveler Survey....

20. One in three Cypriot households struggling with rising costs

Cypriots are feeling the pinch in different ways, according to a new survey that highlights the divide in how people are coping with their household finances....

21. 3.1 magnitude earthquake felt in Limassol district

A 3.1 magnitude earthquake struck at 8:04 AM today, with its effects felt lightly throughout the Limassol district....

22. AI Auditing or Auditing AI? Ensuring Accountability and Trust

As artificial intelligence (AI) systems are used more and more in core business models in multiple sectors such as finance, healthcare, technology, and human resources, ensuring their transparency, fairness, integrity and reliability is paramount....

23. Corruption worsens in occupied Cyprus, report finds

The latest Corruption Perception Report for the occupied areas of Cyprus has painted a troubling picture, revealing a worsening trend in corruption levels....

24. Cyprus faces uncertain future as electricity link with Greece stalls

The ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, aimed at linking the electricity grids of Greece and Cyprus through an underwater cable, has been indefinitely suspended due to geopolitical tensions and financial uncertainties. ...

25. Cypriot students among EU’s highest in e-cigarette and hookah use

A recent European-wide survey (ESPAD) has revealed that Cypriot students rank among the highest in Europe for e-cigarette and hookah use, with 4.6% reporting daily use—well above the European average of 3.1%....

26. Cypriots are eating more fish, but getting pickier about its source

Cypriots are eating more fish and seafood than ever before, according to a new report on European food trends. But while the trend is on the rise, many people are becoming more selective about what they put on their plates — and their choices are being influenced by cost, sustainability, and food transparency....

27. Flamingo numbers plummet in Cyprus, sparking concerns for wetland health

The wintering population of flamingos in Cyprus has reached alarmingly low levels, particularly at the Akrotiri Salt Lake, according to a joint statement from BirdLife Cyprus and the Game and Wildlife Service....

28. Cyprus scores above EU average in Life Satisfaction Survey

A recent Eurostat survey has revealed that life satisfaction in the European Union (EU) averaged 7.3 out of 10 in 2023....

29. Are rules only for some? Illegal Latchi hotel expansion set to be approved

A controversial tourist development in Latchi has raised serious concerns over government transparency and adherence to the rule of law, as the construction of a four-star resort faces allegations of long-standing illegalities. ...

30. 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. ...