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Death Rattle of a Superpower?

“We’re offering a very fair and reasonable DEAL, and I hope they take it because, if they don’t, the United States is going to knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran.” Familiarly genocidal threats from Donald Trump, with the trademark mobster-style “NO MORE MR NICE GUY” at the end. Amazing […]

21.04.2026 11:30

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Paphos mayor rape case trial to begin on May 28

Suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos’ alleged rape was on Tuesday referred to the Paphos criminal court, with proceedings scheduled to begin on May 28. The hearing took place behind closed doors following a request by the prosecution. Phedonos was accompanied by his lawyers Christos Pourgourides and Epaminondas Korakides, as well as his wife, relatives and […]

21.04.2026 11:22

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TRC20 or ERC20: Which USDT version is better for you?

When comparing stablecoin options, many users eventually face the question of converting USDT TRC20 to ERC20 or vice versa, and which version better fits their needs. Tether (USDT), the most widely used stablecoin in the crypto ecosystem, exists across multiple blockchains, each offering distinct advantages in terms of speed, cost, and compatibility. Understanding these differences […]

21.04.2026 11:18

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Vafeades accepts ‘possibility’ of fuel shortage amid Middle East conflict

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades on Tuesday accepted that there is the “possibility” of a fuel shortage, with maritime traffic at the Strait of Hormuz having once again come to a standstill after the Iranian government briefly announced its opening last week. “We have before us the possibility, and I stress the word possibility, of a […]

21.04.2026 11:07

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Electoral booklets for new voters ready for pickup on election day

Newly registered voters can pick up their electoral booklets from mayors and community leaders as of May 21, the interior ministry said on Tuesday. The booklets will first be handed to mayors and then community leaders, from where voters can collect them. If voters need a replacement electoral booklet due to loss or damage, this […]

21.04.2026 10:59

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€3.4m assets frozen as Koumas faces trial on 25 charges

Assets worth €3.4 million belonging to former Football Association president Giorgos Koumas have been frozen by court order, with proceedings advancing ahead of his plea hearing in May. The order, issued by the district court on Friday, was confirmed on Tuesday as part of an ongoing criminal case involving allegations of conflict of interest and […]

21.04.2026 10:46

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Rosenior says he has ‘100%’ backing from Chelsea owners despite torrid form

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior said that he continues to have the full support of the club’s owners as he accepted responsibility for a damaging run of four straight Premier League defeats. A 1-0 home loss to Manchester United on Saturday has left Chelsea sixth in the standings on 48 points with five matches remaining. With […]

21.04.2026 10:31

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Four arrested in island-wide police crackdown

Police arrested four individuals overnight on Monday during coordinated overnight operations across Cyprus to enhance public safety and prevent crime. The arrests included failure to appear in court, illegal stay in the republic and drink driving. Patrols were deployed at key urban locations, with officers carrying out targeted checks on individuals, vehicles and premises. In […]

21.04.2026 10:30

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Cyprus and France in joint military training exercise

Joint training between Cyprus and the French armed forces has taken place as part of a bilateral military cooperation programme aimed at strengthening readiness against modern security threats, the National Guard said on Tuesday. The exercise focused on “addressing modern threats, enhancing interoperability and improving operational readiness” through a combination of tactical drills and specialised […]

21.04.2026 10:25

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West Ham eke out point at Palace to relegate Wolves

West Ham United were left wondering whether it was one point gained or two points dropped as a lacklustre 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace left them hovering just above the Premier League relegation zone on Monday. Victory would have put Nuno Espirito-Santo’s resurgent side four points above third-from-bottom Tottenham Hotspur with five games left, but […]

21.04.2026 10:25

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Police warn over surge in email fraud scams

Police warned businesses and employees on Tuesday to guard against rising numbers of fraud involving compromised email accounts, known as Business Email Compromise (BEC). The Cybercrime unit said attackers gain access to corporate emails or create near-identical addresses to impersonate trusted contacts and trick victims into transferring money. Scammers often target staff who handle payments, […]

21.04.2026 10:14

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The future of sportsbook platforms: Trends and innovations

The competition in online sports betting has never been tougher. As legal barriers fall in more markets, the wave of new operators has surged and driven the industry’s value toward an estimated $77.87 billion for 2026. At this scale, iGaming platforms are learning that simple bonuses and competitive odds don’t cut it anymore; bettors expect […]

21.04.2026 10:12

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Cyprus tourism officials express cautious optimism after key meeting

Cyprus tourism stakeholders struck a slightly more upbeat note this week after an expanded meeting at the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, saying recent weeks had brought more encouraging signals even as the sector continued to grapple with weaker demand.  The meeting, chaired by Deputy Minister Kostas Koumis, focused on the current state of the tourism sector and […]

21.04.2026 10:01

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A thorough examination of Cyprus. New solo exhibition

The Objects are Watching is a new solo exhibition at Art Seen in Nicosia by Clare Burnett, opening this Thursday and running until the end of May. The London-based artist’s showcase is curated by Maria Stathi and is accompanied by a commissioned text by Pavlina Paraskevaidou. “Clare Burnett’s work is a response to people, places […]

21.04.2026 09:50

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Green Line trade falls by over €1m

The amount of goods sold southwards over the Green Line fell by over €1 million last year compared to 2024, according to statistics published on Tuesday by the Turkish Cypriot chamber of commerce. In total, €13.9m worth of goods was sold southwards last year, compared to €15.1m the year before, constituting a fall of eight […]

21.04.2026 09:37

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Sentence reduced for owner of deadly collapsed building who fled to Cyprus

The owner of a block of flats which collapsed, killing 96 people inside, and who then attempted to flee to Cyprus to start a new life in the hours after the building’s collapse, has had his prison sentence reduced from an initial 865 years down to 22 and a half years, on appeal. Hasan Alpargun […]

21.04.2026 08:42

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Ceasefire clock ticks down as US and Iran consider new talks in Pakistan

The United States expressed confidence that peace talks with Iran would go ahead in Pakistan and a senior Iranian official said Tehran was considering joining, but significant hurdles and uncertainty remained as the end of a ceasefire approached. U.S. President Donald Trump wants an agreement that would prevent further oil price rises and stock markets […]

21.04.2026 08:30

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Today’s weather: Mainly clear, clouds possible in evening

Tuesday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island for most of the day, though clouds are expected to gather during the evening hours. Those clouds may even produce rain in the mountains. Temperatures are set to rise to a balmy 25 degrees Celsius inland, 23 degrees Celsius on the south […]

21.04.2026 08:22

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Cyprus firms urged to join research and innovation schemes

Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has issued a reminder of two new calls for proposals from the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), aimed at strengthening industrial application of technology and enterprise-based research in Cyprus. The newly launched programmes include “Proof of Concept” for the industrial application of technology and know-how and “Research in […]

21.04.2026 08:20

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AI is already in your organisation, now define what it is allowed to do

In a previous article, I argued that the most overlooked AI risk for Cyprus firms is not that machines will “go rogue.” The risk is simpler. AI executes the authority that already exists in your systems, and much of that authority was never designed with machines in mind. So the next question is practical: if […]

21.04.2026 08:00

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Seized Iranian ship likely carrying equipment deemed dual-use by US, sources say

The Iranian-flagged container ship Touska, which was boarded and seized by U.S. forces on Sunday, is likely to have what Washington deems dual-use items that could be used by the military onboard, maritime security sources said on Monday. The small container ship, which is part of the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) group […]

21.04.2026 07:56

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Gunman shoots Canadian woman dead at Mexico’s Teotihuacan pyramids, 13 injured

A gunman shot dead a Canadian woman as he opened fire at Mexico’s Teotihuacan pyramids on Monday before killing himself, authorities said, in a rare attack at a major tourist attraction. Security authorities said 13 people were injured in the incident. It was not immediately clear how many were shot. One witness, who requested anonymity, […]

21.04.2026 07:50

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Paphos boosts domestic tourism push at travel fair

The Paphos regional board of tourism (Etap) has outlined its ongoing efforts to promote the district as a domestic holiday destination, following its participation in the “Taxidi” travel fair 2026 in Nicosia. The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen domestic tourism in Cyprus and position the district as an all-year-round destination combining […]

21.04.2026 07:42

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Cyprus Business Now: tourism, banks, rising rents, digital euro, wages

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) was named ‘Best Private Bank Cyprus 2026’ in the Global Banking & Finance Awards, organised by Global Banking & Finance Review, in recognition of its standing in private and affluent banking and its focus on personalised and innovative financial solutions. The award, according to an announcement from the bank, recognises its […]

21.04.2026 07:30

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