Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
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 first-half results and a more favourable interest rate environment. The bank reported underlying net profit of…
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…
IncidentsWoman remains in intensive care after supermarket stabbing in northern Nicosia
Nicosia, Cyprus. A 22-year-old woman remained in intensive care on Tuesday after being stabbed multiple times at a…
EconomyBank of Cyprus reports €252 million first-half profit and raises interim dividend
Nicosia, Cyprus. Bank of Cyprus reported profit after tax of €252 million for the first six months of…