Archive 2026

Iran is reviewing a proposed agreement with the United States to halt the war between the two countries, Iran’s Mehr news reported on Tuesday, after U.S. President Donald ...

Cyprus’ economy grew by 3 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, supported by household spending, exports and activity across key services sectors, preliminary data from the Cyprus Statistical Service (...

Retail trade turnover in Cyprus continued to rise in April 2026, with both value and volume indices recording annual increases, according to a report by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Specifically, ...

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection by Marriott, owned by MHV Mediterranean Hospitality Venture, proudly announces the most exciting new restaurant arrival in Cyprus, as it welcomes the first ever Sumosan ...

Croatia head into the World Cup aiming to extend a run that has cemented their status as one of football’s most consistent overachievers, but their preparations have been clouded ...

A late change of coach ahead of the World Cup might provide a boost to Ghana, who have turned to veteran Portuguese Carlos Queiroz after a run of poor results ...

Panama will play in their second World Cup as Central America’s only representative, aiming to raise the region’s profile and showcase recent progress under manager Thomas Christiansen. The 53...

Cyprus’ tourism revenue fell sharply in March 2026, dropping by 33.8 per cent year-on-year to €85.6 million, according to a report from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The decline compares with €129.4m recorded ...

Summer is here, and with it comes blessed air conditioning, Sundays at the beach and streaming services’ big guns. June and July are blockbuster months, and we are here to ...

The road transport department (TOM) has urged those applying for a learner driver’s permit to schedule their practical driving test as early as possible, citing continued high demand for ...

President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday described his visit to Kazakhstan as “historic” ahead of his departure from Larnaca airport for the central Asian country. “Kazakhstan is one of the countries ...

The Cyprus consumers association showed that consumer goods prices continued to fluctuate in the second half of May, with increases recorded across 165 products in 34 product categories. The association said that ...

A vehicle parked outside an apartment building in Larnaca suffered extensive damage after catching fire in the early hours of Tuesday, police said. According to police, the blaze broke out ...

Safe Bulkers has started trading on the Main Market of Euronext Athens, in a move aimed at strengthening the link between Greek shipping and European capital markets. The company, which ...

Water pipes in Limassol are to be replaced, following the signing of a contract between the district government and a contractor, which, according to the district government, will “upgrade, modernise, ...

A unique cinematic experience is coming to Cyprus with two special screenings of the documentary Echoes Of Beneath planned for Nicosia and Paphos on June 10 and 11, 2026. The film is being ...

The British foreign office has updated its travel advice for Cyprus, removing emergency references to regional tension that had unsettled parts of the British tourist market. The previous version of ...

Average rainfall in May reached 46.7 millimetres, equivalent to 238 per cent of the normal amount for the month, the meteorological department said on Tuesday. According to the department, rainfall exceeded the ...

As part of its longstanding Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, the XM Group has covered the cost of installing air conditioning units in public primary schools across Cyprus through local school ...

Cyprus has been restored to the lowest level of US travel advice, with the state department advising American citizens to exercise normal precautions when visiting the island. According to the ...

President Nikos Christodoulides met both experts and representatives of farmers on Tuesday to discuss the government’s handling of the ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease at farms across ...

Seven people were arrested overnight for drug possession, offensive weapons and illegal residency, police reported on Tuesday. Officers stopped 345 vehicles and checked 146 occupants during targeted patrols. A further 31 premises were ...

German Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan on Monday was diverted to Larnaca airport, being forced to abort plans to visit Lebanon after Israel threatened to its attacks on the country’...

PwC Cyprus has honoured employees who achieved top results in ACA, ACCA and university examinations, recognising their academic performance during a ceremony held at the company’s Experience Centre. The ...