Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
EconomyDemetra repurchases 4,130 shares for €6,091.75
Nicosia, Cyprus. Demetra Holdings Plc bought 4,130 of its own shares for €6,091.75 this week as it continued a share buyback programme launched on July 15. The shares were acquired at €1.475 each through…
CultureNata Prickly Pear Festival returns for its 31st edition
Nata, Cyprus. The Prickly Pear Festival will return to the Paphos district village for its 31st edition on…
EconomyBeta Securities upgrades National Bank of Greece forecasts for 2026
Athens, Greece. Beta Securities has upgraded its forecasts for the National Bank of Greece for 2026, citing stronger-than-expected…
TourismNissi Beach ranked Europe’s second best beach for 2026
Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Nissi Beach has been ranked the second best beach in Europe for 2026 by UK…
CultureRoyal Chapel of Ayia Aikaterini in Pyrga closed until August 14
Pyrga, Cyprus. The Royal Chapel of Ayia Aikaterini will remain closed to the public until August 14, the…
IncidentsThree arrested in Limassol over alleged assault and threats
Limassol, Cyprus. Three men aged 25, 23 and 21 were arrested on Monday in connection with an investigation…
SocietyCyprus exceeds EU average for online event ticket purchases in 2025
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus recorded an above-average rate of online event ticket purchases in 2025, according to Eurostat figures…
IncidentsWildfire between Lania and Limnatis contained
Limassol, Cyprus. A wildfire that broke out between the Limassol district villages of Lania and Limnatis was contained,…
SocietyLabour ministry holiday subsidies expected to support 9,500 people
Nicosia, Cyprus. Labour ministry subsidy programmes are expected to enable around 9,500 low-income pensioners and workers to take…
IncidentsWoman arrested in Larnaca drug investigation after cocaine seizure
Larnaca, Cyprus. Police on Monday arrested a 34-year-old woman in connection with an ongoing investigation into a drug…
PoliticsAnimal Party to meet Direct Democracy Cyprus at parliament
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Animal Party said on Tuesday it had accepted an invitation from social media influencer Fidias…