HTFX becomes gold sponsor for Tziortzis
In a press conference held on Thursday at the Olympic Committee in Nicosia, HTFX announced that it has become the gold sponsor of Cypriot EuroNASCAR driver Vladimiros Tziortzis, who is ...
Christodoulides ‘cannot understand’ why Tatar refused meeting
President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday said he “cannot understand” why Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar declined the chance of a tripartite meeting with himself and United Nations Envoy Maria Angela ...
Cyprus shipping registry grows by 5.5 per cent
The Great Britain-Cyprus Business Association’s International Investment Conference 2024 kicked off in Limassol today, with the aim of enhancing business networking between the two countries.
During the event, which will ...
Limassol fire under control; firefighters vigilant (Update 2)
By Nikolaos Prakas and Elias Hazou
A fire in Ayios Sylas, Limassol, appeared to be under control late on Thursday, after a massive day-long effort by firefighters to extinguish it.
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Labour holds 30-point poll lead over Conservatives
Britain‘s opposition Labour Party has increased its poll lead over Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives to stand 30 points ahead, according to a YouGov poll for the Times newspaper.
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Israel strikes Rafah as US warns assault could halt arms (Update)
Israeli forces bombarded areas of Rafah on Thursday, Palestinian residents said, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed U.S. President Joe Biden’s threat to withhold weapons from Israel if ...
Another leading member quits Green Party
Efi Xanthou on Thursday announced she has left the Green Party, bringing to an end a 23-year association.
In a letter written to explain her decision, she said, “for 23 years, ...
Three from Paphos arrested for litany of burglaries
Two men and one woman from Paphos were arrested on Thursday morning in connection with a total of 20 burglaries and other thefts.
The two men are 32 and 35 years old, and ...
Paphos man remanded for possession of drugs and loaded gun
A 34-year-old man from Paphos was remanded in custody for eight days on Thursday after cannabis and a loaded firearm were found in his house by police.
Police had stopped ...
Church process against monks unlawful says their lawyer (Updated)
Monks and their lawyers involved in the Avakoum monastery scandal filed a memo to the church investigative committee arguing that the process being followed by the church was unlawful.
The ...
President reaffirms support for construction sector
President Nikos Christodoulides stated that the construction sector, supported by the Cyprus Property Developers Association (LBDA), plays a vital role in attracting investments, promoting entrepreneurship, and positioning Cyprus as an ...
Billionaire with Cyprus passport jailed in connection with attempted murder
Ukrainian billionaire and Cyprus passport holder Ihor Kolomoisky was re-arrested on Wednesday in Ukraine in connection with an attempted murder in 2003.
According to the Ukrainian police, Kolomoisky had threatened and ...
Cyprus real estate sector picks up in April
Cyprus’ real estate market experienced a notable resurgence in April, rebounding from the previous dip in sales observed in March, according to the latest information provided by the Department of ...
CBC looking to improve its governance, president hears
Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) governor Christodoulos Patsalides this week met with President Nikos Christodoulides, in what was their first meeting since assuming the role, where he briefed him on ...
Why cremation is due to replace burials in the next 20 years
Experts predict that within the next 20 years, cremation will rise in popularity to the point where 80 percent of people will elect to be cremated. While there may still be some ...
Cyprus celebrates Europe Day and 20th EU anniversary (Updated)
Cyprus on Thursday joined in the celebrations for Europe Day with events and ceremonies across the island marking the occasion – with the added significance of May 1 also commemorating the 20th ...
Cyprus fourth lowest in EV adoption in Europe, study finds
New research conducted by electronic registration portal Vignette Croatia has shed light on the European countries with the lowest adoption rates of electric vehicles (EVs), placing Cyprus fourth on the ...
Putin warns of global clash as Russia marks victory in World War Two
Russian President Vladimir Putin accused the West on Thursday of risking a global conflict and said no one would be allowed to threaten the world’s biggest nuclear power as ...
Keve to take part in Reflect Festival
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Keve) on Thursday announced that it is set to take part in this year’s Reflect Festival, the island’s flagship technology, innovation ...
US aid ship departs Cyprus for Gaza
The latest aid ship to depart Cyprus for Gaza left the Larnaca port on Thursday morning.
The ship, a United States container vessel called the Sagamore, is currently travelling southwards ...
Cyprus firm tops Deloitte technology Fast 50 rankings
Deloitte this week has released the results of the third edition of the Middle East Technology Fast 50, which showcases the fastest-growing technology startups in the region. This programme recognises technology ...
Cyprus GDP to grow by 2.9 per cent in 2024 — debt expected to fall in coming years
Cyprus’ Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to rise by 2.9 per cent in 2024, according to the latest estimates released on Thursday by the Finance Ministry, which are valid up to ...
payabl. is Platinum Partner of 2024 Reflect Festival
payabl., a leading European PayTech, is proud to announce its role as the Platinum Partner for the upcoming Reflect Festival 2024, the flagship technology event in Cyprus. Taking place over May 30...
Lidl offering swappable cards of UEFA EURO 2024 stars
As the Official Partner of the UEFA EURO 2024 TM and wishing to bring football fans even closer together, LIdl presents a special collection of trading cards, featuring the most popular ...