10 h. ago Ioannou hails changes to laws surrounding use of Turkish Cypriot property

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou on Friday hailed the changes to the laws surrounding the use of Turkish Cypriot-owned property in the Republic, which were passed by parliament on Thursday night. He described the new last as a “decisive step in the effort for the rational management of Turkish Cypriot properties”, pointing out that Turkish Cypriot-owned […]

Society

61 h. ago Aykut’s trial postponed pending examination of detention conditions

A request was submitted on Wednesday at the Nicosia criminal court to change the conditions in which Israeli property developer Simon Aykut, accused of developing and selling property on Greek Cypriot land in the north, is being held, after which the defendant’s health would be finally examined. Defence attorney Christos Triantafyllides told the court that […]

Politics

66 h. ago Flash flooding in New Mexico resort town traps dozens in homes and vehicles

Flash flooding triggered by heavy monsoon rains in New Mexico trapped dozens of people in homes and vehicles in and around the mountain resort village of Ruidoso on Tuesday and swept away an entire house, according to a state emergency official said. Dramatic video footage on social media and various news outlets showed the house, […]

Events

67 h. ago Cyprus Business Now: airports, property, graduate employability, CySEC

Cyprus is stepping up its air connectivity this summer, with Larnaca and Paphos airports offering an expanded network of destinations across Europe and the Middle East. The move, driven by Hermes Airports in close partnership with airlines and tourism stakeholders, aims to enhance options for residents and support the island’s growing visitor flows. Larnaca Airport […]

Politics

3 d. ago Validity of land registry records questioned at Aykut hearing

The validity of records of property ownership in northern Cyprus prior to 1974 in the hands of the land registry was called into question during Tuesday’s hearing of the trial of Israeli property developer Simon Aykut, accused of developing and selling €43 million worth of property on Greek Cypriot land in the north. Defence lawyer […]

Sport

6 d. ago British house prices fall 0.8 per cent in June, defy growth forecasts

British house prices fell by 0.8 per cent in June, a sharper fall than forecast and the biggest monthly decline in more than two years, as a discount on property transactions ended, data from mortgage lender Nationwide showed this week. Economists polled by Reuters had forecast a 0.2 per cent monthly increase. For the year, […]

Politics

7 d. ago Turkish prosecutors add charges of forging diploma against jailed Istanbul mayor

Turkish prosecutors charged Istanbul’s mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on Friday with falsifying his university diploma, a new case threatening more years in prison for President Tayyip Erdogan’s main rival, already jailed pending corruption charges he denies. Imamoglu, at the center of a sprawling legal crackdown on the main opposition party, has been jailed since March 23 […]

Events

7 d. ago Η αναγέννηση ενός ιστορικού ξενοδοχείου – Η Property Gallery ανακοινώνει το νέο Pendeli Resort στις Πλάτρες

Η Property Gallery παρουσιάζει την πλήρη ανακαίνιση ενός ακόμη ιστορικού ξενοδοχείου στις Πλάτρες, του γνωστού Pendeli Hotel, το οποίο ανοίγει ξανά τις πόρτες του ως το σύγχρονο και κομψό Pendeli Resort. Το νέο τετράστερο κόσμημα βρίσκεται στην καρδιά του χωριού, και αναμένεται να λειτουργήσει τον Ιούλιο του 2025. Το έργο ανακαίνισης διατηρεί τον παραδοσιακό χαρακτήρα […]

Politics

7 d. ago Now, Portugal joins Greece, Malta, Cyprus and Latvia For Golden Visas: A Popular Trend For International Property Investment And Residency

Now, Portugal joins Greece, Malta, Cyprus and Latvia For Golden Visas: A Popular Trend For International Property Investment And Residency  Travel And Tour World

Culture

8 d. ago Altamira’s third Summer Collection offers 26 seafront flats, villas

Whether you’re searching for your dream home with sea views or a high-return investment in Cyprus’ most popular tourist destinations, Altamira Real Estate’s latest property collection is made for you. The third edition of the Summer Collection includes 26 seafront properties with panoramic views, all bearing the Altamira Real Estate hallmark of quality. Each property […]

Politics

8 d. ago Detention extended for three suspects in money laundering probe

Three of six suspects under investigation for a series of offences – including money laundering and illegal possession of property – were brought before the Nicosia district court on Thursday to request the renewal of their detention following a six-day remand. According to Reporter, the three individuals are the parents and brother of a 37-year-old […]

Sport

8 d. ago Details of Greek Cypriot land used in north presented in Aykut trial

Reports with details of Greek Cypriot property in the north on which Afik group of companies has built residential and tourist complexes were presented during Thursday’s proceedings in the trial of Turkish-Israeli developer Simon Aykut. Aykut is charged with the development and sale of €43 million worth of property on Greek Cypriot land in the […]

Politics

9 d. ago Turkish cartoonist jailed pending trial over drawing accused of insulting Prophet

A Turkish court on Wednesday ordered the arrest of cartoonist Dogan Pehlevan and three others pending trial, after a drawing in their satirical magazine stirred outrage among religious conservatives and condemnation by President Tayyip Erdogan. Pehlevan faces charges, which he denies, of inciting hatred and insulting the president, according to a court document. Justice Minster […]

Events

9 d. ago Bank of Cyprus sheds €2.5B in real estate, marks biggest property sale in island’s history

Bank of Cyprus sheds €2.5B in real estate, marks biggest property sale in island’s history  Kathimerini.com.cy

Economics

1 week ago British economy rebounds but faces challenges in second quarter

Britain’s economy grew at its fastest pace in a year in the first three months of 2025 as homebuyers rushed to beat a deadline on property purchases and manufacturers sped up output ahead of US President Donald Trump’s higher import tariffs. In a bounce that is not expected to be maintained in the rest of […]

Politics

2 w. ago Our View: Property sales should be regulated even if that angers developers

Akel raised an issue that nobody has ever dared talk about at last weekend’s party conference – the unregulated and uncontrolled sale of real estate to third country nationals. It was the first time a party presented this as a problem in the hope that there would be some debate, but the warning was completely […]

Politics

2 w. ago New regs on use of Turkish Cypriot properties promise to deliver transparency

Parliament on Thursday wrapped up its review of new regulations governing the assignment and use of Turkish Cypriot properties in the south, promising a fairer and more equitable system for Greek Cypriot beneficiaries. Currently, property belonging to Turkish Cypriots located in the south is under the ‘care’ of the Custodian of Turkish Cypriot Properties – […]

Politics

2 w. ago Box file full of evidence examined in German woman’s north property case

A box file full of evidence was the central subject of Thursday’s court hearing of the trial of the 49-year-old woman who stands accused of having sold Greek Cypriot-owned property in the north. Prosecution lawyer Anna Mattheou presented the box filed in court, showing the court handwriting samples and asking the woman to say which […]

Sport

2 w. ago Property Gallery announces grand reopening of Pendeli Resort in Platres

Property Gallery has unveiled the revamp of a cherished Troodos landmark: the historic Pendeli Hotel, now reimagined as the elegant Pendeli Resort. Nestled in the heart of the storied village of Platres, the all-new four-star resort opens its doors in July 2025. Honouring its architectural legacy while embracing contemporary luxury, Pendeli Resort seamlessly blends tradition […]

Politics

2 w. ago Cyprus Business Now: real estate market, Eurobank, Stelios awards, renewables

Paphos has emerged as the strongest performer for high-end houses in Cyprus’ residential property market, according to a report released on Monday by Landbank Analytics. The report showed that average house prices surged 16.9 per cent year-on-year in Paphos, climbing from €593,000 in the first quarter of 2024 to €693,000 in the same period of […]

Economics