The thorny issue of recognising the recently proclaimed independence of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church and Russia’s invasion is decisive in the campaign for the Archbishop’s throne. Almost half of the Holy Synod
Olivewood, Cyprus’ rebranded audiovisual industry, is again under the spotlight as yet another multi-million production aims to hit cinemas in early 2023 in a reputation boost. The film The Islander, starring Agni
Turkish Cypriots are seeing their purchasing power disappear, as prices of essential goods have skyrocketed within the past year, with inflation in the north recording a year-on-year 120% increase in October. According
Cyprus society is simmering at melting point under the pressure of the cost of living while corruption scandals spread disillusionment, say psychologists. An increase in violent incidents at football matches, municipalities reporting
The dream of owning a home is becoming a nightmare for Cypriot millennial couples as a 20% increase in prices in the past year has made buying a house impossible, with the
Cyprus’ banking and real estate sectors will not be affected by a possible bubble from overheating of the residential market in the European Union, say local stakeholders. In a recent survey carried
Trade through the Green Line could hit an all-time high this year, breaking 2008’s record when close to €8 mln worth of products crossed the divide, but it’s way below potential. The
UK expat retirees on the island have seen their purchasing power dwindle by hiking inflation and energy costs and the slump in the British pound eating away at their pension. The pound
Cyprus will not be seriously affected by an energy supply crunch tied to the war in Ukraine threatening to cause widespread blackouts across the European Union this winter, say analysts. Nevertheless, as
Greek and Turkish Cypriots must set aside their differences and find a solution to the Cyprus problem sooner rather than later, as bigger challenges threaten the island’s existence. Intervening at the Cyprus
