Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Hotels await details of government wage subsidy scheme

Hotel operators were awaiting details on Thursday of a government scheme to subsidise wages, with the industry looking to the labour ministry for a plan expected to be announced on April 2 as Cyprus tries to cushion tourism from the fallout of the Middle East war. Officials and tourism stakeholders held a fresh round of […]

01.04.2026 11:34

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Two more arrested after Limassol brawl

Police arrested two men aged 41 and 39 on Wednesday in connection with an attempted murder that occurred on Monday evening in Limassol. The arrests were made under court warrants, and both men are expected to appear before the court later on Wednesday for a detention hearing. Six other individuals remain in custody over the […]

01.04.2026 11:17

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Driver trapped after vehicle overturns

A driver who had been trapped in his vehicle after it overturned in Athienou was taken to Larnaca hospital shortly after midnight on Wednesday morning. Emergency crews responded at 12:08 am to a collision on the main road, where the car had fallen into a ditch. Firefighters worked with the ambulance service to free the […]

01.04.2026 11:13

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Erhurman hits back at ‘bad April fool’s joke’ Ustel

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Wednesday hit back at the north’s ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel amid a deepening row over cuts to the north’s cost-of-living allowance, with a general strike of public sector workers having restarted earlier in the morning. “I never liked April fool’s day jokes at any point in my life. They […]

01.04.2026 11:08

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At least 18 dead after migrant boat sinks off Turkey’s Aegean coast

At least 18 people were killed when an inflatable boat carrying migrants sank off Turkey’s western province of Mugla on Wednesday, the coastguard said in a statement, adding that search and rescue efforts continued in the area. The coastguard said the boat, with an outboard motor, was detected at 0300 GMT off the coast of […]

01.04.2026 11:03

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Turning plastic waste into circular opportunity

As Cyprus strengthens its position as a regional hub for innovation and sustainability, companies working on real industrial solutions are becoming increasingly important to the island’s future. Among them is Blend Energy, a Limassol-based company developing advanced systems that convert mixed plastic waste into circular raw materials for the petrochemical industry. We spoke with founder […]

01.04.2026 11:03

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Cyprus students explore careers in shipping sector

Cyprus brought 95 students from lyceums and technical schools in Limassol and Paphos closer to the shipping industry on Tuesday, as the Deputy Ministry of Shipping held the educational day ‘Getting to know the world of Shipping’ at the Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement Maritime Education Centre in Limassol Marina. Held for the third consecutive year in […]

01.04.2026 11:01

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Woods stepping away for treatment after DUI arrest

Tiger Woods said on Tuesday he is stepping away to seek treatment and focus on his health after pleading not guilty to DUI charges stemming from his rollover crash in Florida last week. Woods, a 15-time major champion and the greatest golfer of his generation, was arrested last Friday afternoon on a charge of driving […]

01.04.2026 10:50

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Twelve arrested in overnight police operations

A total of 12 people were arrested overnight during coordinated patrols across urban areas aimed at preventing serious crime and boosting public safety, authorities said on Wednesday. Arrests were made across multiple districts. In Nicosia, two individuals were detained under court warrants for offences including conspiracy, burglary and theft. In Limassol, three arrests were made, […]

01.04.2026 10:49

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Minors arrested over Nicosia burglaries

Two minors, aged 15 and 17, were arrested by Nicosia on Wednesday in connection with four burglary and theft cases committed between March 29 and 31. The cases involve break-ins at two stores and a restaurant, as well as an attempted burglary which caused damage to a supermarket. Cash and goods exceeding €1,500 were stolen, […]

01.04.2026 10:46

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XeniArtSpace – EGGspression 26: The Power of Simplicity in 36 Expressions

When simplicity transforms into inspiration, even the most basic form can reveal 36 unique stories. This idea is realised through the second group exhibition EGGspression 26 by XeniArtSpace Gallery, running from 27 March to 2 May 2026, inviting the public into an immersive experience where art intersects with symbolism and personal expression. Thirty-six established artists […]

01.04.2026 10:39

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Medochemie and the Cyprus Olympic Committee Join Forces to Support Cypriot Sport on the Road to “Los Angeles 28”

Medochemie has today signed a Sponsorship Agreement with the Cyprus Olympic Committee (COC), further strengthening its support for Cypriot athletes and the Committee’s mission. The signing ceremony took place at the company’s headquarters in Limassol, in the presence of representatives from both organisations, as well as Cypriot athletes. Welcoming the attendees, Ms Daphne Pitta, Chief […]

01.04.2026 10:32

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Powerful technology for the kitchen and household: SILVERCREST and Andre Agassi focus on high-tech and the human touch

Lidl’s kitchen and household brand SILVERCREST is launching internationally with a new, independent brand identity. As part of its realignment, SILVERCREST announces a partnership with former world number one tennis player, eight-time Grand Slam winner, and passionate amateur chef Andre Agassi, who will also be the face of the brand’s first advertising campaign. Under the […]

01.04.2026 10:28

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Court Sentences 19‑Year‑Old to Two Years for Larnaca Kiosk Robbery

A 19‑year‑old man has been sentenced to two years in prison for his role in a robbery at a kiosk in Larnaca last year. The robbery occurred on March 29, 2025, when three masked individuals entered the kiosk at about 3:30 a.m., threatened the 25‑year‑old employee and stole cash from the register. During the investigation, […]

01.04.2026 10:15

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Spring cultural agenda at Rialto Theatre this April

All set with a new eventful agenda, the Rialto Theatre has announced its April performances. Limassol, it is time to get ready for classical music and hymns, remarkable plays from London’s National Theatre, an anticipated film festival and a celebration for International Jazz Day. Opening the month’s programme is a concert just in time for […]

01.04.2026 10:00

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Marella Discovery returns to Limassol as 2026 cruise season begins

Marella Discovery has arrived in Limassol and is starting her first sailing today, marking the official launch of the 2026 summer cruise season from Cyprus. The ship will operate 7-night roundtrip cruises every Wednesday until October, giving holidaymakers the chance to sail directly from Limassol on a relaxed all-inclusive holiday at sea. With three different […]

01.04.2026 10:00

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Yellow weather warning issued as Storm Erminio approaches

The met office issued a yellow warning on Tuesday as Storm Erminio moves east from Sicily, bringing rain and isolated storms across Cyprus. The alert is in effect from 6pm on Wednesday until 11am on Thursday. Rain and storms are expected to start in Paphos, with winds reaching 50 km/hr. Wednesday will see showers mainly […]

01.04.2026 09:45

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Van smuggling 130,000 cigarettes from north seized after police pursuit

Police intercepted a van on Wednesday morning that had entered the government controlled areas from the north, seizing a large haul of cigarettes and tobacco. During a search of the vehicle, officers recovered 127,000 cigarettes, 40,000 heated cigarettes (IQOS), 96 kilos of rolling tobacco, 102 kilos of narghile tobacco, and 1,000 cigarillos. The two passengers, […]

01.04.2026 09:09

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Court annuls citizenship delay in case involving Turkish Cypriot family

The Nicosia district court has annulled the failure of the interior ministry to act upon a citizenship application concerning a child of a Turkish Cypriot mother and Turkish father, finding that the authorities did not examine the request within a reasonable time, with the decision coming into focus by Tuesday. The case centres upon an […]

01.04.2026 08:43

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Tanker hit by two projectiles off Qatar, one unexploded, UKMTO says

A tanker struck off Qatar was hit by two projectiles, one causing a fire that has since been extinguished and another remaining unexploded in the vessel’s engine room, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Wednesday. The vessel was struck about 17 nautical miles (31 km) north of Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial hub, […]

01.04.2026 08:40

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Police to investigate Drousiotis claims of a ‘Rosicrucian brotherhood’ in Cyprus

Former Supreme Court judge Michalakis Christodoulou has rejected as “morbid fantasies and falsehoods” allegations that he is connected to a covert network described by Makarios Drousiotis as operating under the Rosicrucians, as police move to investigate the claims and those named respond with categorical denials. The reaction followed publications by Drousiotis, which began circulating publicly […]

01.04.2026 08:26

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Italy crash out as Sweden, Czechs and Bosnia seal World Cup spots

A dramatic night of World Cup qualification playoffs delivered late winners, penalty shootout heartbreak and historic milestones, as Sweden, the Czech Republic and Bosnia and Herzegovina booked their places at this year’s tournament — while Italy’s agonising absence extended to a third consecutive finals. Sweden sealed their return to the global stage in spectacular fashion, […]

01.04.2026 08:07

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Daily Jordan–Cyprus flights to operate during Passover as Tel Aviv capacity remains limited

Daily flights between Jordan and Cyprus will operate during the Passover period as Israeli travel company ISSTA seeks to ease pressure on outbound travel caused by restricted air capacity at Tel Aviv’s main airport. The temporary route will run until April 8, linking Aqaba airport with Paphos in what the company described as an “air […]

01.04.2026 08:00

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The competitive electricity market is not a matter of opinion. It’s a matter of numbers

By Dr Andreas Procopiou Former Senior Research Fellow in Smart Grids at the University of Melbourne and Research Engineer at the Électricité de France R&D  In public discussions about the electricity market, particularly during pre-election periods, a recurring pattern emerges. Complex technical issues are reduced to simplified narratives. The same arguments are repeated across television panels, parliamentary debates […]

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