Sikou Pano! candidates register in Nicosia
Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Sikou Pano! candidates register in Nicosia

Candidates from the Sikou Pano! (Get Up!) party on Wednesday morning registered their candidacies for the forthcoming parliamentary elections in the Nicosia district, with both the party’s founder and figurehead Chistofer Tornaritis and current leader Sotiris Christou speaking to reporters afterwards. “This is the first time I have made statements as a politician. We have […]

06.05.2026 10:40
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Demal’s Christos Clerides files candidacy in Nicosia
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Demal’s Christos Clerides files candidacy in Nicosia

Former bar association chairman Christos Clerides on Wednesday morning filed his candidacy in the Nicosia district at the top of the ballot of Demal (Democratic Change), the party he founded last year, for the forthcoming parliamentary elections. He has made the headlines in recent weeks for his commentary on the ‘Sandy’ case, in which Volt […]

06.05.2026 10:18
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XM represents Cyprus at Great Place To Work® For All Summit™
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XM represents Cyprus at Great Place To Work® For All Summit™

The XM Group of Companies proudly participated at the Great Place To Work® For All Summit™, the leading conference that brings together business leaders to highlight workplace culture as a catalyst for business performance. XM was represented by Dr Stavri Morti, co-CEO of the Group, alongside executives from major international organisations including Delta Air Lines, […]

06.05.2026 10:07
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Diko leader Papadopoulos files candidacy, ‘ready to take responsibility’
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Diko leader Papadopoulos files candidacy, ‘ready to take responsibility’

Diko leader Nicholas Papadopoulos on Wednesday morning filed his candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections at the top of his party’s ballot in the Nicosia district. “Today, we stand before the public and society with a group of people who are ready to take responsibility. Our fellow men and women are asking for something simple; […]

06.05.2026 10:02
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Larnaca exhibition honours great Cypriot artist
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Larnaca exhibition honours great Cypriot artist

“I was a Varoshiotoui [kid from Varosha], I wanted to work, to create and I didn’t have enough time, I had to learn as much as I could as fast as I could,” the great Cypriot artist Nina Iacovou of whom a retrospective exhibition is being organized once said. The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation […]

06.05.2026 10:00
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Ecologists’ leader Papadouris files candidacy in Nicosia district
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Ecologists’ leader Papadouris files candidacy in Nicosia district

Ecologists’ Movement leader Stavros Papadouris on Wednesday morning filed his candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections at the top of his party’s ballot in the Nicosia district. “We understand how difficult these elections will be and the populism which is prevailing,” he said, with his party likely to face an uphill battle to retain any […]

06.05.2026 09:59
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Akel leader Stefanou files candidacy in Nicosia
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Akel leader Stefanou files candidacy in Nicosia

Akel leader Stefanos Stefanou on Wednesday morning filed his candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections at the top of his party’s ballot in the Nicosia district. “The parliamentary elections are taking place at a time when our country is facing many problems and challenges. There is a need for society to be protected and supported […]

06.05.2026 09:49
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Annita files candidacy in Larnaca
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Annita files candidacy in Larnaca

Disy leader Annita Demetriou, who served as House president during the last parliament, filed her candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary election at the top of her party’s ballot in the Larnaca district on Wednesday morning. “Along with our Larnaca ballot, I am also putting forward my own candidacy. Larnaca and our homeland deserve the best,” […]

06.05.2026 09:48
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Almost 750 candidates to register for parliamentary elections
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Almost 750 candidates to register for parliamentary elections

Almost 750 people were expected to file candidacies for the forthcoming parliamentary elections on Wednesday, as official registrations opened for those vying to win one of the 56 seats in the House. Candidacies are to be filed at six locations across the island, with all candidates, from household political names belonging to the island’s largest […]

06.05.2026 09:47
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Prisoner dies in hospital
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Prisoner dies in hospital

An 81-year-old male prisoner died in hospital on Tuesday night, the justice ministry announced on Wednesday. The ministry said the man had been “facing serious health problems” prior to his death, and that he was undergoing regular kidney dialysis. He was serving a six-year sentence, having been convicted of what the ministry described as “sexual […]

06.05.2026 08:48
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Today’s weather: Largely clear, rain possible in afternoon
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Today’s weather: Largely clear, rain possible in afternoon

Wednesday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, though clouds are expected to gather in the afternoon and possibly produce isolated pockets of rain, mostly inland and in the mountains. Temperatures are set to rise to 23 degrees Celsius inland, 22 degrees Celsius on the coasts, and 12 degrees Celsius […]

06.05.2026 08:43
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Cyprus startup develops AI tool for personalised cancer treatment
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Cyprus startup develops AI tool for personalised cancer treatment

A Cyprus-based research and innovation team developing an AI-powered oncology software platform called Prognostic has outlined its progress, goals and challenges in an exclusive interview with the Cyprus Mail. Supported by non-profit organisation Cyprus Seeds, the project is led by Dr Chrysovalantis Voutouri, founder, CEO and lead researcher, working alongside professor Triantafyllos Stylianopoulos, Head of […]

06.05.2026 08:30
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Paphos tourism board promotes Akamas with free thematic excursions
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Paphos tourism board promotes Akamas with free thematic excursions

The Paphos regional tourism board (Etap) has announced the expansion of its thematic experience tours in the Polis Chrysochous and Akamas area, aiming to promote the region’s cultural and natural heritage. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen tourism activity during May and June, with a series of free excursions designed to showcase […]

06.05.2026 08:12
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Cyprus alliance aims to reshape financial education and careers
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Cyprus alliance aims to reshape financial education and careers

CFA Society Cyprus will launch its first annual online career event on May 14, marking a key milestone in the development of the Alliance for Financial Education in Cyprus, an initiative designed to connect academia, the investment industry and professional bodies. The initiative is led by Constantinos Kourouyiannis, president of CFA Society Cyprus, and aims […]

06.05.2026 08:02
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Trump suspends “Project Freedom” to test prospects for Iran agreement
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Trump suspends “Project Freedom” to test prospects for Iran agreement

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would briefly pause an operation to help escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing “great progress” toward a comprehensive agreement with Iran. Hours earlier, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio had outlined the effort that began on Monday to escort stranded tankers out of the Gulf. The […]

06.05.2026 07:48
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Famagusta tourism sector on edge over flight cut fears
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Famagusta tourism sector on edge over flight cut fears

Tourism stakeholders in Famagusta district are raising serious concerns as fears grow over potential flight cuts to Cyprus driven by surging fuel costs and ongoing geopolitical tensions. According to a report by Politis, the situation has already begun to affect the region, although cancellations so far remain limited and have not yet caused major disruption. […]

06.05.2026 07:40
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Cyprus business now: tourism, Ecofin, energy, Stelios awards, mall decisions
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Cyprus business now: tourism, Ecofin, energy, Stelios awards, mall decisions

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos addressed the Ecofin council meeting in Brussels on Tuesday, highlighting the growing uncertainty facing the European and global economy. Keravnos, who chaired the session, said discussions would focus on the impact of geopolitical developments on the global economy, building on earlier exchanges at the Eurogroup. “Finance ministers are meeting in an […]

06.05.2026 07:30
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Shipping initiative inspires next generation of Cypriot seafarers
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Shipping initiative inspires next generation of Cypriot seafarers

The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) held the 20th anniversary event of the Adopt a Ship programme on Tuesday, celebrating its long-standing contribution to maritime education with a focus on student participation. The event reached what organisers described as its most heartwarming and inspiring moment through presentations delivered by primary school students, who shared their experiences […]

06.05.2026 07:10
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Labour inspection department announces seminar on liquefied petroleum gas
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Labour inspection department announces seminar on liquefied petroleum gas

The Department of Labour Inspection of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance is organising an Information Seminar on Liquefied Petroleum Gas to be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the Poseidonia Hotel in Limassol. According to an announcement from the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve), the session will commence at 09:00 […]

06.05.2026 07:00
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Greek shipowners invest record $10.1 billion in new ships
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Greek shipowners invest record $10.1 billion in new ships

Greek shipowners drove shipbuilding activity to unprecedented levels during the first quarter of 2026, marking a definitive strategic pivot toward larger vessels and robust market sectors. According to a report from Greek business outlet Newmoney, total orders reached 102 vessels with an aggregate value of approximately $10.1 billion, representing a 3.6-fold increase compared to the […]

06.05.2026 06:40
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UK house prices defy Middle East conflict with fourth month of unexpected gains
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UK house prices defy Middle East conflict with fourth month of unexpected gains

British house prices unexpectedly rose for a fourth month in a row ​in April, despite headwinds to consumer confidence from ‌conflict in the Middle East, according to mortgage lender Nationwide Building Society. House prices rose 0.4 per cent in April after a 0.9 per cent increase ​in March, in contrast to economists’ expectations in a […]

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