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Famagusta road upgrade completed after decades

A long-awaited road linking the Famagusta area’s Deryneia and Sotira was officially delivered on Monday, with Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades describing it as a major boost for connectivity and road safety. Vafeades said the project had been “anticipated for decades and would significantly improve daily life for residents”. The €13.3 million project includes the upgrade […]

11.05.2026 15:00

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Motor‑Vehicle Registrations Up 12.9% in First Quarter

Motor‑vehicle registrations in Cyprus rose 12.9% in the first three months of 2026, reaching 13,837 compared with 12,256 in the same period last year. In March alone, total registrations increased 8.9% to 4,817. Passenger saloon cars rose 5.9% to 3,710. For January–March, saloon‑car registrations climbed 10.9% to 10,627. Of these, 34% were new vehicles and […]

11.05.2026 15:00

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Teaching children the value of money in a digital world

In a world where digital payments, mobile apps and instant transactions are becoming the norm, financial literacy is no longer a skill reserved for adulthood. Today’s children are growing up in an increasingly digital financial environment, where understanding how money works is just as important as knowing how to use technology. Recognizing this reality, Bank […]

11.05.2026 15:00

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Cyprus ‘fully prepared’ for hantavirus, ministry says

Cyprus is “fully prepared” for hantavirus, “both in terms of laboratory support and in terms of managing potential cases”, the health ministry said on Monday, with the number of cases of the virus rising worldwide and passengers from the infected cruise ship the MV Hondius having been repatriated to both Greece and Turkey in recent […]

11.05.2026 14:56

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Kombos pledges commitment to Ukraine

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Monday pledged his commitment to Ukraine’s “territorial integrity and sovereignty” as he met his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha on the sidelines of the day’s European foreign affairs council meeting in Brussels. “Our focus was on recent developments and efforts towards a just and lasting peace in Ukraine,” he wrote in […]

11.05.2026 14:50

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CySEC reaches €40,000 settlement with Cypriot firm over possible AML breaches

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) announced on Monday that it reached a €40,000 settlement with Bridge Global Solution Services Limited over possible breaches related to anti-money laundering legislation and procedures. The regulator stated that the settlement concerned possible violations of the Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Law as well […]

11.05.2026 14:40

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Allwyn continues to stand by Cyprus Red Cross

With the support of Allwyn, the annual nationwide fundraising campaign of the Cyprus Red Cross Society is once again taking place this year, having officially launched and continuing until May 20, 2026. Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides inaugurated the fundraising campaign at an event held on May 8, 2026, marking also World Red Cross and Red […]

11.05.2026 14:40

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How small creators are affected by instagram algorithm changes versus big influencers

The “lazy influencer” is finished. Social media hierarchies stayed frozen for a decade. If a content creator hit a million followers in 2016, they owned that crowd. It was a closed system where huge numbers guaranteed views. Quality? It didn’t matter as much as the raw numbers. A blurry screenshot could get massive likes just […]

11.05.2026 14:40

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Italy’s Culture Ministry rocked by dismissals as Meloni struggles to reshape landscape

Italy’s Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli has sacked two senior aides after uproar over denied funding for a documentary, adding to turbulence at a ministry already shaken by months of resignations and political infighting. The upheavals are the latest in a series of controversies that have dogged efforts by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s right-wing government to […]

11.05.2026 14:37

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‘Science and innovation key to protecting oceans’

Science and innovation can help chart pathways to resilience and safeguard marine ecosystems, contributing to a productive and sustainable ocean, EU Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans Costas Kadis said on Monday. Speaking at a conference in Ayia Napa titled ‘From marine science to policymaking and from ocean research and development to the market’, held under […]

11.05.2026 14:37

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Cyprus insurance sector shows resilience as global CEO confidence wavers

Cyprus’ insurance sector is entering a more demanding period from a position of relative strength, even as global insurance leaders become less confident about short-term growth, according to Constantinos Rossides, Director and Head of Actuarial Services at PwC Cyprus. On the findings of PwC’s 29th Global CEO Survey and the firm’s 15th annual CEO Survey […]

11.05.2026 14:22

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Outgoing US ambassador Davis proud to have ‘done so much’

Outgoing United States ambassador in Nicosia Julie Davis on Monday expressed pride at having “done so much” during her term as ambassador, as she held a farewell meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides. “It has been a remarkable two years in terms of what we have done together for the people of the United States and […]

11.05.2026 14:21

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Two test positive as evacuation of virus-hit cruise ship nears completion

Two people have tested positive for hantavirus after being evacuated from a luxury cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak, health authorities said, as Spain prepared on Monday to evacuate and repatriate the last passengers remaining on the vessel. A French passenger who was evacuated from the MV Hondius tested positive for the virus and […]

11.05.2026 14:10

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The Residences: Parklane to debut first Luxury Collection homes in Limassol

Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol, is proudly welcoming The Residences at Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol, a magnificent set of homes under The Luxury Collection brand, the first of its kind in Cyprus. The stunning new lifestyle residences tower, envisioned and brought to life by MHV Mediterranean Hospitality Venture, […]

11.05.2026 13:52

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Columbia Beach Resort offers refined getaways for Kataklysmos weekend

As the Kataklysmos long weekend marks the first real summer escape of the year for many, Columbia Beach Resort is spotlighting its current stay offers, with accommodation options that add value to both a short break and the early planning of upcoming holidays. With a strong emphasis on comfort, wellbeing and the overall guest experience, […]

11.05.2026 13:35

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Larnaca to host international conference on tackling undeclared work

The Labour Ministry and the European Labour Authority (ELA) will host an international conference in Larnaca on May 12 to address undeclared work and promote fair labour mobility across Europe. The two-day event marks the tenth anniversary of the establishment of the European Platform to tackle undeclared work. According to an official announcement, the conference […]

11.05.2026 13:27

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Cyprus State Employment Rises Slightly in March

Cyprus counted 55,367 state employees in March, a marginal increase of 42 people, or 0.1%, compared with the same month last year, according to the Statistical Service. Employment fell in the Public Service and the Security Forces by 0.8% and 0.7% respectively, while the Education Service recorded a 1.8% rise. Among all categories, the largest […]

11.05.2026 13:15

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Cyprus government workforce ticks up to 55,571 in April

Cyprus’ total number of state employees reached 55,571 in April 2026, with overall public sector employment recording a marginal year-on-year increase of 0.1 per cent. According to a report from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), total state employment increased by 81 employees compared with April 2025. Employment in the civil service specifically declined by 1 […]

11.05.2026 13:13

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Cyprus trade deficit widens in first quarter of 2026

Cyprus recorded a wider trade deficit in the first quarter of 2026, as imports increased while exports declined compared with the same period last year. Specifically, the trade deficit reached €2.04 billion in January to March 2026, compared with €1.88 billion during the corresponding period of 2025. According to the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), total […]

11.05.2026 13:05

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Celestyal executives describe how two cruise ships escaped Strait of Hormuz

Celestyal’s safe extraction of two cruise ships from the Persian Gulf was carried out through a carefully staged operation that began with the removal of passengers, continued with the management of crews under pressure and ended with the passage of the vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, company executives said in an interview published by […]

11.05.2026 13:02

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BoCCF marks International Museum Day, European Night of Museums 2026

The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation (BoCCF) is opening its spaces, inviting you to discover history, stimulate your imagination and take part in an experience connecting past and present through the following series of events. Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Guided tour with the curators of the Cyprus Insula exhibition, History-Memory-Reality Saturday, May 16, 2026 “Escape […]

11.05.2026 13:01

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Damianos hails new interim trade agreement with Mexico

Commerce Minister Michael Damianos on Monday hailed the European Union’s imminent signing of a new interim trade agreement with Mexico, describing it and the establishment of a more general strategic partnership with the country an “important milestone”. “By moving forward with these agreements, we are deepening our cooperation with a trusted partner and advancing the […]

11.05.2026 12:59

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Henry’s by Columbia: a refined business lunch experience in heart of Nicosia

Henry’s by Columbia welcomed journalists and media representatives to a business lunch dedicated to its refreshed midday culinary offering. Located in the heart of Nicosia, the well-known Columbia Restaurants venue presented an experience designed for the needs of today’s professional routine: a well-prepared meal in a stylish and comfortable setting, ideal for business meetings, conversations […]

11.05.2026 12:40

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Sea central to Cyprus’ future, deputy minister says

The sea is an integral part of Cyprus’ daily life, economy and future, Deputy Minister for Research, Innovation and Digital Policy Nicodemos Damianou said on Monday. Addressing a conference titled “From marine science to policymaking and from ocean research and development to the market” in Ayia Napa, Damianou highlighted the urgency of challenges facing the […]

11.05.2026 12:32

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