Dust pollution a risk to public health, says pulmonologist
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Dust pollution a risk to public health, says pulmonologist

Dust pollution in Cyprus is a public health hazard requiring legislative action, according to pulmonologist Dr Haris Armeftis, who warned that rising concentrations are increasingly affecting both vulnerable groups and the wider population. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency on Friday, Armeftis explained that “the perception that dust is an innocent phenomenon is incorrect, because […]

17.04.2026 16:58
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CBC issues commemorative €2 coin for Cyprus’ EU presidency
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CBC issues commemorative €2 coin for Cyprus’ EU presidency

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday announced the issuance of a €2 commemorative coin marking the Republic of Cyprus’ assumption of the Presidency of the Council of the European Union for the first half of 2026. The national side of the coin features the official logo of the presidency, which is inspired by […]

17.04.2026 16:34
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Culling underway at Palaiometocho pig unit after FMD outbreak
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Culling underway at Palaiometocho pig unit after FMD outbreak

Culling of pigs has begun at the first pig unit confirmed to be infected with foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the Palaiometocho area, Veterinary Services spokeswoman Sotiria Georgiadou said on Friday, stressing the critical importance of strict adherence to restriction measures as the virus spreads more aggressively among pigs. Referring specifically to the affected pig unit […]

17.04.2026 16:06
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Demetra Holdings completes 6,400 share buyback
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Demetra Holdings completes 6,400 share buyback

Demetra Holdings Plc on Friday announced that it completed a share buyback on April 16, acquiring 6,400 of its own shares during the daily session. The transaction was carried out by Demetra Holdings Plc in line with Cyprus Stock Exchange regulations and relevant Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) circulars governing such corporate actions. The […]

17.04.2026 16:05
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Petrolina board to review financial results and dividend
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Petrolina board to review financial results and dividend

Petrolina (Holdings) Public Ltd on Friday announced that its board of directors will convene on April 29, 2026, to review financial results and consider a potential dividend. The meeting will take place at 11.00 in the morning at the company’s offices located at 1 Kilkis Street in Larnaca. During the session, the board is expected […]

17.04.2026 16:01
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A new, forceful Pope Leo steps onto the world stage
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A new, forceful Pope Leo steps onto the world stage

Pope Leo has debuted a new, forceful speaking style on his four-nation Africa tour this week, issuing sharp denunciations of war and inequality that have sparked repeated attacks on the pontiff from U.S. President Donald Trump. The change in rhetoric reflects Leo’s growing concern with the direction of global leadership, experts said, after he maintained […]

17.04.2026 16:00
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Cyprus Stock Exchange extends trading suspension for four companies
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Cyprus Stock Exchange extends trading suspension for four companies

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) has announced that it will extend the suspension of trading for four companies listed on the Emerging Companies Market starting from April 20, 2026. This decision affects Rianeson Investments Plc, G.A.P. Vassilopoulos Public Ltd, A.J. Green Shell Plc, and K. Kouimtzis S.A. The move was reached pursuant to Article 183 […]

17.04.2026 15:51
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Cyprus fuel prices among Europe’s lowest, official says
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Cyprus fuel prices among Europe’s lowest, official says

Fuel prices in Cyprus remain among the lowest in Europe, consumer protection service director Constantinos Karagiorgis said on Friday. “We are monitoring refinery prices and the shipments arriving in Cyprus. If we see that market prices are unjustified, we will intervene,” he said. He added that if any unjustified price increases are detected, the consumer […]

17.04.2026 15:44
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Strovolos municipality warns over illegal campaign advertising
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Strovolos municipality warns over illegal campaign advertising

The municipality of Strovolos warned parliamentary candidates and property owners on Friday about the illegal placement of election banners and advertising structures within its boundaries ahead of the parliamentary elections. The municipality said that candidates have placed banners on building facades, fences, poles and other locations without the required permits. “All billboards and advertising materials […]

17.04.2026 15:32
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EU Body Backs Cyprus Proposal for European Clinical Excellence Center

EU Body Backs Cyprus Proposal for European Clinical Excellence Center

Cyprus’ Health Ministry has hailed as a significant achievement the unanimous approval of its proposal to create a “European Center of Clinical Excellence” by the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels. The proposal was submitted by Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides as part of the priorities of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European […]

17.04.2026 15:30
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European menswear shifts as consumers move toward conscious choices
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European menswear shifts as consumers move toward conscious choices

Research across Europe suggests consumers are increasingly rethinking their relationship with clothing, with a gradual shift away from fast fashion toward more conscious purchasing habits. What was once a market driven by rapid turnover and low-cost trends is gradually evolving into one where quality, sustainability and longevity play a more prominent role. Industry analyses from […]

17.04.2026 15:30
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Average of 47 women and girls killed daily during Gaza war, UN says
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Average of 47 women and girls killed daily during Gaza war, UN says

An average of at least 47 women and girls were killed each day during the war in Gaza, according to figures published by U.N. Women on Friday, and the agency warned that deaths have continued six months into a fragile ceasefire. More than 38,000 women and girls were killed in Gaza between October 2023 and […]

17.04.2026 15:08
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Vafeades calls for more EU funding for transport in remote regions
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Vafeades calls for more EU funding for transport in remote regions

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades on Friday called on the European Union to provide more funding for transport systems in remote areas of Europe, while addressing the day’s trans-European transport conference in Limassol. He said that the day’s conference would focus on how “we can ensure that transport systems serve all member states equitably”. “This should […]

17.04.2026 15:04
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Cyprus non-performing loan ratio steady at 1.6 per cent in January
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Cyprus non-performing loan ratio steady at 1.6 per cent in January

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday announced that the non-performing loans ratio of the Cypriot banking sector remained unchanged at 1.6 per cent as of January 31, 2026. The figure was unchanged compared with the end of December 2025, based on the methodology applied in the European Banking Authority risk dashboard, which includes […]

17.04.2026 14:52
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Heatwave founder ‘HIITs’ Manhattan ahead of Limassol fitness festival
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Heatwave founder ‘HIITs’ Manhattan ahead of Limassol fitness festival

On a warm Saturday in Manhattan’s Financial District, the energy of Cyprus’ most talked-about fitness festival met the fast-paced rhythm of New York City. Neolea x Heatwave: Sweat & Connect brought together movement, community and a shared appetite for high-performance living—right in the heart of FiDi. The event marked a special crossover moment, introducing the […]

17.04.2026 14:47
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Language training gains traction as Cyprus firms sharpen cross-border edge
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Language training gains traction as Cyprus firms sharpen cross-border edge

As Cyprus-based companies look to deepen ties with clients and partners abroad, corporate language training is becoming a more visible part of business strategy, particularly in sectors where international communication can directly affect sales, service and long-term growth. For many firms on the island, the issue is no longer whether English is enough, but whether […]

17.04.2026 14:30
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Turkey mulls stationing new commando brigade near Kyrenia
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Turkey mulls stationing new commando brigade near Kyrenia

The Turkish armed forces are mulling the prospect of stationing a new commando brigade in the mountains above Kyrenia, the Cyprus Mail understands. Turkish defence ministry spokesman rear admiral Zeki Akturk had confirmed on Thursday that “work has begun to increase the number of commando brigades” in operation in the Turkish armed forces. He said […]

17.04.2026 14:21
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Safe Bulkers expands board to 11 members to strengthen governance
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Safe Bulkers expands board to 11 members to strengthen governance

Safe Bulkers has expanded its board to 11 members from nine, appointing Jeffrey Bunzel and Vasilis Hajioannou with immediate effect, as the New York-listed dry bulk shipowner moves to strengthen both its governance structure and management continuity.  The company said the board approved the expansion following a recommendation from its corporate governance, nominating and compensation committee.  The move brings in capital markets expertise through Bunzel, while […]

17.04.2026 14:04
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Forest fires sparked by lightning brought under control
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Forest fires sparked by lightning brought under control

Two forest fires caused by lightning strikes were brought under full control on Friday shortly after breaking out, the forestry department said. In a statement, the department said the first fire erupted at around 10.25am in the Karvounas area. The fire was spotted by a passing citizen, while 13 forestry department personnel with two fire […]

17.04.2026 14:04
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