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Freedom24 wins three awards for trading and compliance tech

Freedom24, part of Freedom Holding Corp., on Thursday announced that it won three awards at the 2026 Global Banking & Finance Awards, recognising its Tradernet platform and Neo Compliance framework. The distinctions highlight the growing importance of technology-led innovation in European investment services, where scale, speed and regulatory rigour are increasingly shaping market leadership. The […]

16.04.2026 16:01

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Minthis Music Festival 2026 to celebrate music, culture, artistic excellence

Located in Paphos wine producing region, Minthis Music Festival returns in 2026 even more vibrant and ambitious, reaffirming its place as one of Cyprus’ most distinctive cultural experiences. This year’s edition is distinguished by an exceptional level of artistry, bringing together internationally acclaimed soloists, award-winning performers and ensembles who regularly appear on the world’s most […]

16.04.2026 15:34

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AmCham Cyprus holds strategic talks with deputy minister

The American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham Cyprus) on Thursday announced that it held a strategic dialogue with Deputy Minister to the President Irene Piki, focusing on key economic and business priorities. The meeting took place in the presence of Acting Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy Shane Siegel, bringing together government […]

16.04.2026 15:32

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Cyprus calls for fair EU transport policy to support island states

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades said on Thursday that Cyprus remains committed to supporting a fair European transport policy and helping shape a strong and safe maritime policy that reflects the needs of all EU member states, particularly islands and geographically remote areas. Speaking at the opening of the 4th European Maritime Space Forum in Limassol, Vafeades said […]

16.04.2026 15:31

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Food delivery rider robbed in Limassol

Police in Limassol are investigating an assault and robbery targeting a 26-year-old food delivery rider in the early hours of Thursday. Around 2am at the junction of the city’s Paphos Street and Spyros Kyprianou Street, the rider was approached by three people on a scooter-type motorcycle. The suspects reportedly stopped him, assaulted him and stole […]

16.04.2026 15:30

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Cyprus posts second lowest inflation rate in the EU

Cyprus recorded one of the lowest inflation rates in the European Union in March, with the country’s annual harmonised inflation standing at 1.5 per cent, according to figures released on Thursday by Eurostat and the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Specifically, the data showed that Cyprus matched the second-lowest inflation rate in the EU, alongside Sweden […]

16.04.2026 15:23

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Cyprus real estate market hits record €6.5 billion value in 2025

The Cyprus real estate market eclipsed previous ceilings in 2025, with record-high transaction activity propelling the sector to an unprecedented total value of €6.5 billion, according to a report released on Thursday by PwC Cyprus. In its annual report on the Cypriot real estate market, the company set out the main developments and trends that […]

16.04.2026 15:14

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Pope decries a world ‘ravaged by tyrants’

Pope Leo blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was “being ravaged by a handful of tyrants”, in unusually forceful remarks in Cameroon on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump attacked him again on social media. Leo, the first U.S. pope, also decried leaders who used religious language to justify wars […]

16.04.2026 15:09

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Parliament raises scooter age limit to 17 as ban proposals rejected

Parliament voted on Thursday to raise the minimum age for the use of electric scooters to 17, approving a series of legislative changes while rejecting proposals to ban their use outright. The House approved proposals submitted by Disy MPs Fotini Tsiridou and Demetris Demetriou, increasing the age limit from 14 to 17 and aligning it […]

16.04.2026 15:06

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Altamira Open Day, property auction at Majestic Gardens 3: live bids to start from €45K

Spring marks the arrival of Altamira Real Estate’s first Open Day event of 2026. This time, the new Open Day and Live-Bidding event will take place at Majestic Gardens 3 in Tersefanou, featuring 29 newly renovated apartments available at prices starting from €45,000. Open Day will take place over April 20-23, 2026, from 9am to […]

16.04.2026 15:01

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Exinity, Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation mark festivities with global-impact community aid

Over the festive season, communities around the world are brought closer together, transcending borders and cultures through shared values and a common purpose. Across its global presence, Exinity and Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation have implemented a series of targeted initiatives, combining financial support, employee engagement and local partnerships to address real and immediate community […]

16.04.2026 14:49

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Lidl Cyprus: dynamic presence, substantial support to Ayia Napa Youth Soccer Festival

Remaining faithful to its commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle and raising awareness among the new generation about the values ​​of proper nutrition, Lidl Cyprus proved a strong presence at this year’s Ayia Napa Youth Soccer Festival 2026. As a Platinum Sponsor, the company acted as a key pillar of support, directly linking sports activities […]

16.04.2026 14:36

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Meghan says she was ‘most trolled person in the world’

Britain’s Prince Harry on Thursday praised Australia’s “epic” leadership on curbing harmful social media use for teens, as his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, spoke of a decade of online abuse. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are on a four-day trip to Australia, with engagements covering sport, mental health and veterans’ affairs. Australia in […]

16.04.2026 14:33

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Turkish school shooter used image referencing 2014 US mass killer

A 14-year-old student who shot at least nine people dead, including eight of his fellow pupils, at a school in southeastern Turkey had used an image referencing a 2014 U.S. mass killer, Elliot Rodger, on his WhatsApp profile, Turkish police said on Thursday. In Turkey’s second school shooting in just two days, the middle school […]

16.04.2026 14:23

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Drousiotis alleges ‘Sandy’ was stabbed

Journalist Makarios Drousiotis on Thursday alleged that ‘Sandy’, the woman at the centre of his allegations, was stabbed by former supreme court judge Michalakis Christodoulou, the man whom he also accused of raping her. The accusation came amid a slew of audio and message exchanges he released to the public. A message attributed to Sandy […]

16.04.2026 14:16

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Hopes for deal to end Iran war grow, but nuclear issues unresolved

Optimism grew on Thursday that the Iran war may be near an end, with a key Pakistani mediator having made a breakthrough on “sticky issues”, a source said, although Iran warned the fate of its nuclear program had not been resolved. The United States and Pakistan have been talking up the prospects for a deal […]

16.04.2026 14:15

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Fintech firm payabl. launches Visa Click to Pay across Europe

European financial technology provider payabl. on Thursday announced the launch of Click to Pay with Visa, a new online card payment experience aimed at helping merchants improve checkout performance and reduce fraud. The solution is designed to reduce checkout friction and improve authorisation rates, while delivering a faster and more secure payment journey for customers. […]

16.04.2026 14:06

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Discover Japanese culture at Kampos Sakura Park Blossom Festival

There is no doubt that Cyprus is beautiful in spring. The fields turn green and the trees blossom with colourful flowers, seeds and fruit. It is not only Cyprus nature we get to enjoy this season however, as for the last few years at the Kampos Sakura Park, Japanese cherry blossoms also make an appearance […]

16.04.2026 13:55

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Bet on Alfa: early pay-out of winnings to those backing Omonia for league title

Although the championship has not yet concluded, Bet on Alfa is proceeding, as of today, with the settlement of the relevant bets, recognising the team’s strong performance to date. In a gesture of tangible appreciation towards its customers, Bet on Alfa is paying out winnings today to those who had placed bets on Omonia to […]

16.04.2026 13:18

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2026 Christodoula March postponed to April 25 due to adverse weather forecast

The Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society and the Bank of Cyprus announce that the Christodoula March 2026, originally scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026, has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions forecast by the Meteorological Service. This decision has been taken with the safety of all participants, volunteers and organisers in mind, as well as to […]

16.04.2026 13:07

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Limassol hosts first market access day for Cypriot businesses

Cyprus hosted its first Market Access Day on Thursday, bringing together businesses, trade officials and EU representatives in Limassol to emphasise the tools available to companies seeking to expand into international markets. The event, organised by the Energy Ministry, in cooperation with the European Commission’s DG Trade & Economic Security and the Cyprus Chamber of […]

16.04.2026 13:05

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Cyprus on track to slash public debt below 50 per cent of GDP

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported that Cyprus is expected to maintain a fiscal surplus of 2.64 per cent of GDP in 2026, while continuing a steady decline in public debt levels. According to the IMF’s April 2026 Fiscal Monitor, Cyprus is projected to record a net lending position of 2.64 per cent in […]

16.04.2026 12:56

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Institutions committee accepts referral of bill on ex-officials’ private sector employment

The House institutions committee on Thursday unanimously accepted the referral by President Nikos Christodoulides of a law regulating the employment of former state officials and employees in the private sector. The move comes against the backdrop of an existing legal framework requiring former ministers and senior officials to seek approval before taking up private-sector roles […]

16.04.2026 12:56

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LIV Golf to continue ‘at full throttle’ amid collapse rumours

LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil has assured the league’s players that the 2026 season will continue as planned amid speculation that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund may be preparing to cut its financial support. A “high-ranking” league source told bunkered.co.uk that “funding and operations for LIV Golf are continuing as planned” for at least the […]

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