62 m. ago Cyprus construction material prices ease from last month but rise annually

Construction material prices showed a modest year-on-year increase in November, according to a report by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The Price Index of Construction Materials reached 118.63 units in November 2025, using 2021 as the base year set at 100 units. This represented a monthly decrease of 0.34 per cent compared with October 2025, […]

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2 h. ago Dry bulk freight in transition in 2025–2026, and what it means for Cyprus

The dry bulk freight market in 2025 delivered steadier, more restrained performance rather than the sharp peaks seen in previous cycles, reflecting a year of moderation rather than exuberance. Average daily earnings, adjusted for inflation, reached $14,255, roughly one third below the long-term average of $21,970, keeping the market firmly within historical norms. As reported […]

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10 h. ago Rooftop Christmas at Mall of Cyprus brings festive season to new heights

The festive season has officially begun at Mall of Cyprus with the launch of Rooftop Christmas, a brand-new holiday experience transforming the Mall’s rooftop into a magical Christmas destination. Running until December 31, 2025, Rooftop Christmas invites visitors of all ages to step into a world of festive lights, music, family activities, creative workshops, themed […]

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11 h. ago ENAVSMA fundraiser at Annabelle Hotel offers uplifting Christmas evening

The ENAVSMA Foundation organised a special Christmas evening filled with music, warmth and giving at the Athenaeum Ballroom of the Annabelle Hotel on December 13, 2025. Stars of the evening were Stavros Konstantinou, with his band and Liza Theofanous, who performed popular songs, to create an uplifting festive atmosphere. The event’s proceeds were donated to […]

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12 h. ago Tax reform talks hit impasse as wealth tax proposals divide MPs

Strong disagreements came to the fore on Thursday as opposition MPs haggled with government officials over aspects of the tax reform legislation, just days before the bills head to the House plenum for a vote. The vote at the House plenary will take place on Monday, December 22 – cutting it very close to the […]

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14 h. ago Limassol hands out 350 Christmas parcels to families in need

Around 350 Christmas “love parcels” are being distributed on Thursday by Limassol municipality’s Social Grocery Stores to people facing financial hardship, with supplies specially boosted for the festive season. The handout began at 10.30am in the presence of Limassol Mayor Yiannis Armeftis and the president of the municipality’s social welfare committee, Athena Spyrou. Armeftis said […]

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14 h. ago Next big crypto to watch as Solana slows, this new cryptocurrency under $0.1 surged 250%

Crypto markets tend to move in cycles, and one of the clearest signals of a new phase is when former leaders begin to stall. That is happening now. As Solana trades with reduced momentum, investors are starting to look beyond established names and reassess what crypto to buy now for the next growth window. In […]

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16 h. ago ECB holds rates steady and turns more positive on the economy

The European Central Bank kept its policy rates steady on Thursday and took a more positive view on a euro zone economy that has shown resilience to global trade shocks. The central bank for the 20 countries that share the euro raised several of its growth and inflation projections for the bloc, in a move […]

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16 h. ago Bank of England lowers rates after tight vote but signals caution about further cuts

The Bank of England cut interest rates on Thursday after a narrow vote by policymakers but it signalled that the already gradual pace of lowering borrowing costs might slow further. After a sharp drop in inflation in data this week and a new forecast from BoE staff that growth will stagnate in late 2025, five […]

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16 h. ago Eurobank expands Cyprus presence with new share listing on CSE

Eurobank on Thursday announced that its newly issued shares will begin trading on the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on December 19, 2025, marking a further step in the bank’s post-merger integration and strengthening its presence in the Cypriot capital market. The bank said the move follows the previously announced start of trading on December 15, […]

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17 h. ago Nicosia’s Tourism Boost: A Strategic Plan to Promote Cyprus’ Capital as a Cultural Hub

Nicosia’s Tourism Boost: A Strategic Plan to Promote Cyprus’ Capital as a Cultural Hub  Travel And Tour World

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18 h. ago Cyprus and US boost cooperation on audit profession oversight

Cyprus and the United States have strengthened cooperation on the oversight of the auditing profession, according to an announcement released on Thursday. This involves the signing of a protocol and a supplementary data agreement aimed at enhancing supervision and investor confidence, the Cyprus public audit oversight board said in a statement. The agreement entails the […]

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19 h. ago President of Cyprus: We will give a boost to Montenegro's European path

President of Cyprus: We will give a boost to Montenegro's European path  vijesti.me

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19 h. ago Cyprus ‘can give a big boost’ to Moldova’s EU accession process

Cyprus can “give a big boost” to Moldova’s process of acceding to the European Union, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday. Speaking upon his arrival at the day’s European Council summit in Brussels, he said that he had discussed the matter of Moldova’s accession process with his fellow EU leaders. “The president of Moldova, the […]

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19 h. ago Nicosia and tourism ministry agree plan to boost capital’s profile

Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis and Nicosia mayor Charalambos Prountzos met at the premises of the Nicosia municipality to discuss an action plan aimed at promoting the capital as a sustainable, alternative urban tourism destination. According to an announcement from the ministry, the meeting, part of its engagement efforts with local authorities, brought together […]

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24 h. ago Trump boasts of gains, faults predecessors as inflation and voter skepticism persist

In a rare evening address from the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump boasted on Wednesday of his accomplishments and blamed his Democratic predecessor for soaring consumer prices as his party braces for a tough midterm election next year. “Eleven months ago, I inherited a mess, and I’m fixing it,” Trump said in a speech […]

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35 h. ago Larnaca EAO records increase in processing rate for building applications

The processing rate of building and urban planning applications in Larnaca has significantly improved in November, the Larnaca district self-governance organisation (EOA) said, referring to statistics from the interior ministry on Wednesday. “[These rates] confirm that the EOA Larnaca’s development licensing sector has entered a steady upward trajectory, reflecting the systematic, hard and intensive work […]

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41 h. ago Louis Hotels welcomes Christmas with festive breakfast event at Hilton Nicosia

On December 15th, Louis Hotels welcomed the festive season by hosting a beautiful Christmas Breakfast for the Media at the Hilton Nicosia, attended by well-known journalists. Through this initiative, Louis Hotels offered guests the opportunity to experience in person the warm and authentic hospitality that has always characterised the Group, while enjoying a rich festive […]

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41 h. ago Ayia Napa Marina: Christmas Village events up to December 28th

Ayia Napa Marina continues to move to the rhythm of the holidays, with its Christmas Village drawing visitors from all over Cyprus. Having already seen great success over the previous weekends, the event now enters its final stretch, offering an enriched programme of activities for children and adults alike, which will run until Sunday, December […]

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42 h. ago Winter tourism boosts Cyprus arrivals closer to 4.5 million mark

UK, Poland and Israel drive surge in November tourist arrivals Tourist arrivals to Cyprus surged in November, according to the state statistical service (Cystat), highlighting the sector’s continued strength and its importance to the island’s economic performance. Specifically, tourist arrivals reached 234,580 in November 2025, compared with 179,941 in November 2024, recording a 30.4 per […]

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