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Cyprus state employment reaches 55,367 people in March

Total state employment in Cyprus reached 55,367 people in March 2026, marking a marginal increase of 42 employees compared with the same month last year, according to the state statistical service (Cystat). This represents an annual rise of 0.1 per cent in the state workforce, while the average total number of state employees for the […]

14.04.2026 13:05

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EBA harmonises reporting for euro payments across the European Union

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has published a decision harmonising how national competent authorities report under the SEPA regulation, marking a key step in strengthening oversight of euro payments across the European Union. The decision complements the European Commission’s implementing regulation, which requires all payment service providers to report data on charges for credit transfers […]

14.04.2026 12:57

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Parliamentary elections viewed as de facto presidential primaries, new poll finds

A new Noverna Analytics survey conducted on behalf of Politis indicates that most voters see the upcoming parliamentary elections as a decisive stage in the selection of potential presidential candidates for 2028. The findings, published on Tuesday, are based on 1,005 interviews carried out between March 27 and April 6. The survey shows that parliamentary […]

14.04.2026 12:50

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Volunteer campaign supports vulnerable families across Cyprus at Easter

With the support of the wider community, the Pancyprian Volunteerism Coordinative Council (PVCC) has completed its 12th “Adopt a Family for Easter” campaign, aimed at assisting vulnerable households across Cyprus. In a statement, the council expressed its gratitude to all those who contributed to the initiative, including citizens, organised groups, companies, educational institutions, local authorities […]

14.04.2026 12:41

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State of the art platforms to enhance biomedical research in Cyprus

The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) has announced a significant investment in research with the launch of a new infrastructure dedicated to the study of cellular energy metabolism. The development was introduced by the Department of Biochemical Genetics, which highlighted the importance of the new facility for advancing scientific work in this field. […]

14.04.2026 12:34

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Spain, China pledge closer ties in the face of threats to world order

Europe and China must forge closer ties to counter threats to multilateralism, Spanish Premier Pedro Sanchez said on Tuesday after meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping, who said the international order is “crumbling”. Sanchez’s April 11 to 15 visit to China comes as many Western governments are seeking warmer ties with Beijing despite lingering security and […]

14.04.2026 12:34

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Cyprus winery preserving tradition

With several taverns and restaurants, Kathikas has two wineries on either side of the village. Sterna is just outside, the name referring to the old wells used by the people of Kathikas to gather water. Founded in 1995 by the Chrysanthou family, the winery now covers 55 hectares and is committed to preserving tradition, evident […]

14.04.2026 12:30

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How a gastronomy app helps restaurants’ revenue

Restaurants face constant pressure to increase revenue while keeping costs under control. Customer expectations are higher than ever, and competition is strong in both local and online markets. A gastronomy app offers a clear solution by improving how orders are placed, processed, and managed. It creates structure in daily operations and opens new ways to […]

14.04.2026 12:11

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Government condemns ‘violations’ in Pyla buffer zone as Unficyp rejects north claims

The government condemned what it described as “serious violations by the occupation regime in the buffer zone” in the Pyla area, saying it is in constant communication with Unficyp and taking all necessary diplomatic steps both in Cyprus and in New York to prevent further actions. Presidential press office director Victor Papadopoulos said the response […]

14.04.2026 12:01

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Cyprus backs EU deal to protect steel industry

The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU and the European Parliament reached a provisional agreement on a new regulation aimed at addressing the impact of global steel overcapacity on the European market. The agreement, finalised late on Monday, introduces an updated framework designed to protect the EU steel sector from trade diversion and […]

14.04.2026 12:00

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Slot says Liverpool can do something special as they seek Anfield miracle

Liverpool have endured a torrid domestic season, but the reigning Premier League champions believe they can overturn a 2-0 Champions League quarter-final first-leg deficit against Paris St Germain at Anfield, manager Arne Slot said on Monday. Liverpool have already crashed out of the League Cup and FA Cup and are fifth in the English top […]

14.04.2026 11:57

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MSC founder transfers group ownership to his son and daughter

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) said this week that founder Gianluigi Aponte transferred ownership of the group to his son and daughter in the last quarter of 2025, marking a major generational shift at the world’s largest container shipping line.  The Geneva-based company said ownership passed to Diego Aponte, the group’s president, and Alexa Aponte, its chief financial officer, both Italian […]

14.04.2026 11:54

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School shooting in Turkey leaves 16 wounded, governor says

A teenager opened fire at a school and wounded at least 16 people, including students and teachers, before killing himself in Turkey’s southeastern province of Sanliurfa, governor Hasan Sildak told reporters on Tuesday. The former student, 19, used a rifle during the attack, after which those wounded were rushed to the hospital in the Siverek […]

14.04.2026 11:51

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Food delivery driver reports theft of e-bike in Limassol

A 24-year-old food delivery driver reported the theft of his electric bicycle and mobile phone on Tuesday night in Limassol. According to the police, the incident occurred at around 9.30pm when the driver arrived at a delivery location with no street lighting. He reported seeing three to four individuals dressed in dark clothing running towards […]

14.04.2026 11:47

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Cyprus Easter retail market remains steady despite regional concerns

Cyprus’ Easter retail market held up at satisfactory levels, without major problems, despite concerns linked to the war in the Middle East and foot-and-mouth disease, according to retail trade association Pasyle. . Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Pasyle’s secretary general Marios Antoniou said that “the sector had faced different conditions this year compared […]

14.04.2026 11:39

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ECB enters next phase of digital euro development

The European Central Bank (ECB) has moved the digital euro into its next phase, shifting the project from planning to technical preparation, with the Eurosystem aiming to be ready for a potential first issuance in 2029, provided the relevant EU legislation is adopted in 2026, according to the ECB’s latest progress update and the Bank of Greece’s annual report.  A key feature of the proposed digital currency is offline […]

14.04.2026 11:30

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Elam candidate office defaced with paint in Nicosia

Unknown individuals targeted the political office of Elam candidate Marios Pelekanos, with the building’s facade covered in black paint. According to reports issued on Monday, police were informed after the incident, which caused visible damage to the exterior of the office, while no injuries were reported and no arrests have been announced. Pelekanos condemned the […]

14.04.2026 11:28

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Thousands of seafarers remain stranded on ships due to the conflict

After weeks of destruction and distress, there is no military solution to the current conflict in the Middle East, UN secretary-general spokesman Stephane Dujarric said. While no agreement was reached at talks hosted by Pakistan between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran in Islamabad, he said the discussions themselves “underscored the seriousness […]

14.04.2026 11:12

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How GeekyAnts test automation pod cuts manual QA overhead by 90% in under 90 days

GeekyAnts has completed a test automation engagement that reduced manual QA workload by 90% across a large software platform within a 90-day period. The project was delivered through the company’s Test Automation Pod model, in which a dedicated team works alongside a client’s engineering organization to build and deploy automation systems. The engagement reflects a […]

14.04.2026 10:51

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Fire service responds to 121 bonfire-related calls over five days

The fire brigade responded to 121 calls related to Easter bonfires over a five-day period, authorities said on Monday. In a statement, the fire brigade said the incidents occurred between 6am on April 9 and 6am on April 14, during which it handled a total of 299 calls for assistance. Of these, 226 concerned fires, […]

14.04.2026 10:41

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‘Mad Dog’ wins it for Sri Lankan Lions Limassol

Limassol Warriors kicked off their campaign in the 2026 Cyprus Cricket T20 Cup, presented by HurryCurry, with a surprise victory over last year’s semi-finalists, Cyprus Knight Riders. In a low-scoring contest, Limassol Warriors captain Arvind Kumar teamed up effectively with Takdeer Kundu to bowl out the Knight Riders for just 93, securing a 22-run win. […]

14.04.2026 10:32

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Cypriot makes skydiving history

A Cypriot has made history by securing a podium finish at the European Indoor Skydiving Championship, marking a first for the country in the rapidly growing sport. The 4th FAI European Indoor Skydiving Championships were held from April 1 to 4, 2026, at iFLY Aix-Marseille in Bouc-Bel-Air, France, bringing together some of the continent’s top […]

14.04.2026 10:28

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Leeds grab win at Manchester United as Martinez sees red

Leeds United’s Noah Okafor scored twice as his side grabbed a morale-boosting 2-1 Premier League away win over bitter rivals Manchester United, who had Lisandro Martinez sent off in the 56th minute for pulling the hair of Dominic Calvert-Lewin. Manchester United remain third in the table on 55 points, ahead of Aston Villa on goal […]

14.04.2026 10:21

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A two-day celebration of Cypriot wine and gastronomy

Two days dedicated to the richness of the Cypriot vineyard are coming up this month as the Nicosia-based BIGA Neapolitan Pizza teams up with Winecore to present the tasteful event, figuratively and literally, Andamoma of Cyprus Wine & Gastronomy. On April 25 and 26, the downtown venue will fill with 15 local winemakers, all members […]

14.04.2026 10:00

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