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Fifteen polling stations in Cyprus registered with fewer than 80 voters

A total of 15 polling stations across Cyprus have fewer than 80 registered voters ahead of the parliamentary elections, according to figures released on Thursday by the electoral commissioner’s office. The smallest polling station is located at the Koukas community council offices in Limassol district, where 52 voters are registered. Another small polling station in […]

15.05.2026 15:22

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Ports authority to undertake Larnaca port, marina redevelopment projects

The ports authority will undertake the task of redeveloping Larnaca’s port and marina, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades announced on Friday, saying that the government will “immediately transfer the port, the marina, and the port’s land area” to the authority. He made the announcement in Larnaca following a meeting which had been attended by President Nikos […]

15.05.2026 15:00

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AI Crypto trading bots in 2026: 10 platforms helping traders automate 24/7

The 24/7 Crypto Market Has Changed How Traders Work Crypto trading does not fit neatly into a normal working day. Bitcoin can move sharply overnight. Ethereum can react to ETF flows, network activity, or ecosystem updates. Altcoins can jump after an exchange listing, a whale wallet movement, a token unlock, or a sudden change in […]

15.05.2026 15:00

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Iran has ‘no trust’ in the US, will negotiate only if it is serious

Tehran has “no trust” in the U.S. and is interested in negotiating with Washington only if it is serious, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday, as talks on ending the war remained on hold. All vessels can pass through the Strait of Hormuz except those at war with Tehran, Araqchi told reporters in […]

15.05.2026 14:54

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Investors take fright as left-leaning candidate secures path to UK parliament

Britain’s borrowing costs surged on Friday after Andy Burnham, a regional mayor on the left of the governing Labour Party, secured a possible path to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer, alarming investors and deepening a leadership crisis. Starmer is struggling to hold on to power after a tumultuous week when a main rival in government […]

15.05.2026 14:24

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Two in Stylianos suicide case sentenced for ‘condemnable’ dereliction of duty

The Nicosia district court on Friday passed suspended prison sentences for two of 11 defendants charged with dereliction of duty in the trial into the suicide of 14-year-old Stylianos Constantinou in September 2019, saying their actions were “clearly impermissible and condemnable”. The two are the fifth and seventh defendants, who had changed their pleas to guilty – a social […]

15.05.2026 14:15

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Keve and CITEA join forces to drive digital transformation for Cypriot firms

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) on Friday announced that it signed a strategic partnership agreement with the Cyprus Information Technology Enterprises Association (CITEA), aimed at strengthening the digital development of Cypriot businesses. The agreement, formalised through a memorandum of understanding (MoU), was signed at the chamber’s offices in Nicosia. The MoU was […]

15.05.2026 14:14

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Cyprus shipping sector comes alive for Limassol primary school pupils

Cyprus’ shipping sector was brought into the classroom on Friday, as sixth-grade pupils at the 2nd Primary School of Germasogeia took part in an interactive workshop aimed at introducing children to one of the island’s most important industries. The workshop, titled ‘Getting to know the world of shipping’, gave pupils the opportunity to learn how shipping affects everyday life, while also […]

15.05.2026 14:02

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Cyprus’ biggest property deals hit €197.7 million in first quarter

Cyprus’ high-end property market recorded €197.7 million in major transactions during the first quarter of 2026, with Limassol and Paphos dominating the island’s most expensive sales, according to data released by Cypriot real estate analytics firm Ask Wire. Ask Wire analysed the 50 highest-value property sales completed between January and March, as well as their distribution across Cyprus’ districts.  […]

15.05.2026 13:49

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Heavy metal turns symphonic

Ready to hear Rammstein in a completely different way? ask the organisers of a concert traveling to Cyprus soon. The Rammstein Symphonic Experience lands in Limassol on May 21 to present an explosive symphonic tribute inspired by the music of German band Rammstein. Bringing an artistic interpretation of the band’s music, a full orchestra reveals […]

15.05.2026 13:38

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Greece asks EU to step in over ‘unlawful fishing’ by Turkey in east Mediterranean

Greece on Friday asked the European Union to step in and stop what it said was unlawful fishing and violation of maritime law by Turkish fishermen in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. NATO allies and neighbours Greece and Turkey have been at odds for decades over where their continental shelves end and over maritime jurisdiction in […]

15.05.2026 13:01

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Palm tree pruning begins across Larnaca

Palm tree pruning works will begin across Larnaca on June 15 as part of regular urban greenery maintenance, the municipality announced on Friday. The works will be carried out in stages across different neighbourhoods until October to ensure safety and maintain the city’s appearance. The programme will begin in the Turkish Quarter between June 15 […]

15.05.2026 12:40

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Investigation order for German usurper was legally issued, Nicosia court rules

The European investigation order issued by the Nicosia district court to compel the German authorities to collect evidence against a German woman accused of advertising real estate in the north owned by Greek Cypriots was issued legally, the Nicosia criminal court ruled on Friday. The woman’s lawyers had argued that the district court had no […]

15.05.2026 12:37

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Fines of €28,500 for undeclared work

Labour inspectors issued €28,500 in fines in March after identifying 12 undeclared workers during checks on cleaning, security and office businesses, the labour ministry said on Friday. The inspection service carried out 227 checks nationwide as part of a campaign targeting undeclared employment and breaches of labour legislation. A total of 104 inspections were conducted […]

15.05.2026 12:32

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May rainfall over 150% of monthly average

Rainfall for May has already reached 163 per cent of the average just halfway into the month, with many areas recording triple or more amounts of the rain average. Meanwhile, reservoirs are up to 43.2 per cent of their capacity, with nine of the main 21 already full. From May 1 until Friday, rainfall reached […]

15.05.2026 12:26

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Berengaria Project by bbf: Enters Final Stretch — All Planning Permits Secured

bbf: announces that all required planning permits have now been secured for the hotel, luxury villas, townhouses, and residential apartments that form part of the landmark Berengaria development. This important milestone marks another decisive step toward the realization of a project of exceptional historical, architectural, and developmental significance for Prodromos and the wider Troodos mountain […]

15.05.2026 11:46

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CySEC releases investor guide to boost financial literacy

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Friday announced the publication of a new investor guide aimed at strengthening financial literacy and protecting investors in the digital age. The guide, titled “Building Personal Financial Independence in the Digital World,” was released as part of the regulator’s broader efforts to enhance public awareness and promote […]

15.05.2026 11:42

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‘Family relationships shape society’s future’

The quality of relationships within the family will determine the future of society, Deputy Minister of Social Welfare Clea Papaellina said on Friday in a message to mark International Family Day. Papaellina described the family as the “basic unit of society” and said the occasion was an opportunity to reflect on the role families play […]

15.05.2026 11:37

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Cyprus to use €1.18b EU money to cover defence needs

Cyprus will utilise the €1.18 billion from the EU Safe programme over a period of five years to cover defence needs and enhance the country’s role in the European security system, Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said on Friday. Addressing the frogmen graduation ceremony at Evangelos Florakis naval base, Palmas said a priority was strengthening defence […]

15.05.2026 11:21

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Investment firm acquires 7,000 own shares in latest buyback move

Investment firm Demetra Holdings Plc executed the purchase of 7,000 own shares through the Cyprus Investment & Securities Corp Ltd (CISCO) on May 14. According to an announcement on Friday, these buyback transactions were carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations of the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) and the circulars of the Cyprus Securities […]

15.05.2026 11:18

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Limassol traffic problems to be addressed in new meeting

A new initiative to alleviate traffic congestion in Limassol was launched on Friday by the transport ministry. Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades has sent invitations to the mayors of Limassol, Curium, Polemidia and Amathus, as well as the community leaders of Parekklisia and Pyrgos, to attend a meeting on Monday in Limassol. Participants will exchange views […]

15.05.2026 11:15

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Elam remains in third place despite polling dip

Elam remains in third place in polling ahead of next week’s parliamentary elections, but once again saw its forecast vote share drop, according to a poll conducted by Prime Consulting for television channel Sigma on Friday. The party was forecast to win 10 per cent of the vote – a figure which amounts to its […]

15.05.2026 11:06

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Cosmos Insurance approves €1m dividend

Cosmos Insurance Public Company Ltd on Friday announced that its shareholders approved a €1 million dividend payout during the company’s annual general meeting held in Nicosia. The company confirmed that the approved dividend amounts to €0.0177 per share, based on a nominal value of €0.02 per share. The dividend corresponds to a yield of approximately […]

15.05.2026 11:05

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Cyprus water issues focus of new government website

Cyprus water issues are at the centre of a new website launched by the agriculture ministry on Friday, which aims to keep the public in formed on water scarcity and conservation measures. The ministry said the platform will serve as a central source of information on the country’s water situation, climate pressures and projects aimed […]

15.05.2026 10:59

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