The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, on Monday announced the launch of a new flagship funding programme titled ‘AI in Government‘. According the announcement, this initiative “marks a new era of digital transformation in the public sector through the deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI)”. “The […]
The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) on Monday announced that its board of directors will meet on August 4, 2025, to examine the financial results for the Bank of Cyprus Group for the first half of the year. The meeting will also consider the declaration and payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025. Moreover, […]
A newly configured archaeological site at the Protaras islands area in Paralimni has opened, the department of antiquities announced on Monday. The site includes the remains of a settlement from the neolithic pottery period (circa 5200-4800 BC), situated on a hill above Vyzakia beach. The site represents the largest excavated and studied settlement from this […]
The Vice-President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), Kyriakos Kakouris, will be in Cyprus on an official visit on 31 July. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Finance, the purpose of the visit is to sign the second tranche of a €100 million loan under the €200 million Loan Agreement between […]
The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) announced the results of its semi-annual review (January–June 2025) regarding compliance with minimum market value requirements for companies listed on the Regulated Market. The review ensures that listed entities continue to meet both listing and ongoing obligations. Four companies—LCP Holdings, NET Info, Aiantas Investment, and Top Kinisis Travel—will have the […]
Cyprus has secured a key role in pioneering brain research through the participation of the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) in the European project META-BRAIN, formally announced on July 22 to mark World Brain Day. CING, a recognised centre of excellence in healthcare, research and education, has officially joined the research consortium of […]
OpenAI and Oracle (ORCL.N) will develop another 4.5 gigawatts of data center capacity, expanding a tie-up that has promised hundreds of billions of dollars in infrastructure investment to keep the US ahead in the global artificial intelligence race. The ChatGPT maker did not disclose the locations or funding details for the new facilities in its […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges Cypriot citizens to avoid travel to the border areas of Thailand and Cambodia, due to the ongoing armed conflicts on the borders of the two countries. The recommendation concerns those who intend to travel to the region, while special caution is also requested from those who are already there. […]
Just before the yearly grape harvest begins, Tsiakkas Winery hosts an afternoon of music, flavour, heritage and connection. Wine Me Not 3.1 is a mini wine festival set to celebrate Cyprus, its grapes and its people. The fun is set to take place this Sunday at the winery in Pelendri village. Rare wines by glass […]
Cool summer drink from Asia Almond Sharbat Sharbat is a sweet, non-alcoholic beverage, often made from fruit, flower or nut extracts, herbs, and sugar, diluted with water. It is a popular drink in the Middle East and South Asia. The word sharbat originates from the Persian word sharbat, which itself comes from the Arabic shariba, […]
How a former law firm became one of Cyprus’ most people-focused property developers, with a philosophy rooted in trust, quality and care Vizus Group has been transforming the island’s real estate landscape over the past few years. With successful and innovative projects such as Parkside Residence, Hortensia, Urban City, and Malibu, it is now set […]
In the heat of summer, when the sun hangs heavy and appetites grow light, there are few things more welcome than a bowl of chilled tzatziki. Velvety, tangy and flecked with crisp cucumber and aromatic herbs, this garlicky yoghurt dip is more than just a condiment – it’s a cultural mainstay, a seasonal ritual and […]
Deep in the valley above Agros, a tiny family-owned winery turns its terrace into a live music stage this summer with six live performances. Pittali Winery is a new addition to Cyprus’ wine-making industry and to celebrate its 2023 and 2024 wine series, it will host local musicians on its green terrace. Overlooking the valley […]
The Deputy Ministry of Tourism this week announced the launch of the nomination process for the Cyprus Hospitality Awards 2025, a national initiative that recognises and rewards excellence in the tourism and hospitality sectors. The awards are organised by the Deputy Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Cyprus Hospitality Body (Kypria Filoxenia). According to the […]
Cambodia will host the 43rd International Footwear Conference (IFC) of the Confederation of International Footwear Associations (CIFA) in 2026, according to Neak Oknha Ly Kunthai, Chairman of the Cambodia Footwear Association (CFA). He told Khmer Times that representatives from the Cambodia Footwear Association (CFA) participated in the 42nd International Annual Conference (IFC) of the Confederation […]
“Right now, shipping feels like it’s navigating through fog—without radar. Most owners are caught between sanctions, compliance rules, and rising operating risks. Decarbonisation and digitalisation are still important—but they’ve taken a back seat. Today, it’s tariffs, Red Sea attacks, and unpredictability that keep shipowners awake at night,” Sunil Kapoor, COO & Partner at OL Shipping […]