The last Year of the Snake was 2013 – and we all know what that brought! Are you a Blunt-Nosed Viper or a Cyprus Whip-snake? Perhaps you’re one of the island’s rarer species: the Coin Snake, Dwarf Snake, or Worm Snake (an elusive ophidian that lives quietly underground). Either way, there’s one criterion that will determine […]
The Royal Government Friday joined hands with Alibaba Cloud (Singapore) Private Limited to develop the E-commerce platform and digital marketing skills. A memorandum of understanding on the development of E-commerce, promotion of digital literacy, and marketing skills was signed at the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications in the presence of Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce […]
In the rapidly evolving tech industry, where innovation and adaptability are the keys to success, DC Sport Soft, an IT company, has carved out a distinct niche. Under the leadership of CEO Liudmila Marochkina and supporting her team of professionals, the company has built a reputation for delivering end-to-end digital solutions tailored to meet complex […]
Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting January 20: Limassol has the highest rental prices in Cyprus, averaging €4,492 for houses, while Famagusta has the lowest, with apartments averaging €745, according to a report released on Monday from Landbank Analytics. Moreover, capital markets are expected to continue being influenced by the demands of the digital transition, the rise of artificial intelligence, […]
Huge construction projects are underway across Asia as countries invest in their infrastructure to boost economic development. Such ambitious projects spas everything from new roads to bridges, ports and even airports. One country currently modernising its transport capabilities is Cambodia, which is looking to increase the number of visitors to the country. To that end, Cambodia has embarked on an […]
Parades planned across the island in the run up to Easter The carnival season is fast approaching! Coming up earlier this year, carnival season is getting ready to fill every corner of the island with masquerade parties, confetti, music and song. As it signals spring and the Easter period, the carnival is a beloved time […]
Cyprus is gearing up to join the Schengen Zone by 2025, aiming to boost tourism and simplify travel for millions. Learn about its plans, challenges, and the potential impact on global travellers.Cyprus is on the cusp of a significant milestone in its European integration journey, aiming to join the Schengen Zone by the end of 2025. […]
Murals from the 12th and 16th centuries are visible in Paphos’ oldest monastery, Panayia Chrysolakournas, Steni community leader Elias Lampides said on Saturday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, Lampides said the monastery, the seat of the Paphos bishopric in the Middle Ages, “is in a magnificent location, overlooking the bay of Polis Chrysochous and Cape Akamas.” According […]
Cambodia won 20 awards in four categories at the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF 2025) held in Johor Bahru, Malaysia from January 17 to 21. At the ATF 2025, Cambodia won five ASEAN Green Hotel Awards, five ASEAN Homestay Awards, five ASEAN Public Toilet Awards, and five ASEAN Spa Service Standard Awards. The awards were presented […]
More than six million passengers, both domestic and international, passed through Cambodia’s three international airports in 2024, an increase of more than 20% over the previous year. Almost 60,000 flights – operated by 31 local and international airlines – arrived or departed during the same period. According to a progress report from the State Secretariat […]
ExxonMobil and QatarEnergy commenced drilling operations in Block 5 of Cyprus’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) on Friday morning, marking a significant step in the country’s hydrocarbon exploration activities. President Nikos Christodoulides announced that Cyprus aims to become an alternative and reliable natural gas source for the European Union. The exploration is part of the country’s […]
The Latchi port will be expanded in a €50 million upgrade project, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades announced following a meeting at Polis Chrysochous municipality. He said the Cyprus Ports Authority project aims to enhance maritime and land infrastructure at the port, which serves as a key gateway to the Akamas peninsula and a departure point for leisure […]
Otres Beach in Cambodia was ranked third among the 25 most relaxing beaches in Asia in 2024, with 13.4 percent relaxing reviews, behind Yas Beach in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (14.9 percent) and Saud Beach in the Philippines (14.5 percent), according to SpaSeekers.com, the UK’s leading spa booking specialists. “Otres Beach in Cambodia completes […]
Cyprus has seen significant rise in foreign property purchases in recent years, with more than 37,000 properties sold to foreign buyers between 2021 and the end of 2024. Specifically, property sales to foreign buyers surged in all districts, according to data from the Department of Lands and Surveys (DLS). This was shared with the House of Representatives by Interior Minister […]
Cambodia’s First Lady, Pech Chanmony, thanked all the philanthropists who donated money to the Kantha Bopha Foundation to save the lives of Cambodian infants and children. At a meeting with the management, doctors, and medical staff at Kantha Bopha Hospital yesterday, Pech Chanmony, Honorary President of the Kantha Bopha Foundation in Cambodia, expressed her deep […]
Picture this: a city where the sun greets you nearly every day, casting its golden glow on ancient walls and bustling streets. That’s Nicosia – The Brightest Capital of Europe. This witty tagline, created by the Nicosia Tourism Board, captures the many facets of the city’s character: sunny, lively, intelligent and forward-thinking. Every capital city has its […]