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Eight arrested in nationwide police operations

The police announced on Thursday the arrest of eight individuals during coordinated operations across urban areas. The arrests involved offences including conspiracy to commit a felony, arson, public intoxication, disorderly conduct, assaulting police officers, and residing in Cyprus without the requisite residence documents. According to the police, officers stopped 602 vehicles and checked 749 drivers […]

16.04.2026 12:19

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Oev issues guidance for businesses joining hotel sector employment scheme

The Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) issued additional guidance this week on how businesses can join the special employment support scheme in the hotel sector, following the government’s announcement earlier this month. In a circular sent to affected members, Oev said the Labour Ministry had provided further information on the application process and the procedures […]

16.04.2026 12:09

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Paphos chamber of commerce joins Mediterranean olive oil project in Corsica

The Paphos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evep) took part in a three-day meeting in Bastia, Corsica, under the Olive Oil Med Net project, in a move aimed at strengthening cooperation and know-how exchange across the Mediterranean olive oil sector.  According to the chamber, the discussions brought together representatives from Mediterranean regions, with the Paphos body saying its participation reflected its commitment to […]

16.04.2026 12:00

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Police sweep nets eight arrests in overnight crime‑prevention push

Police made eight arrests across Cyprus during intensified overnight patrols aimed at preventing serious crime and boosting public safety. Offences under investigation include conspiracy to commit a felony, arson, illegal possession of property, public drunkenness, causing a disturbance, assaulting police officers and unlawful stay in the Republic. Officers stopped 602 vehicles and checked 749 drivers […]

16.04.2026 11:45

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Cyprus Mail content removed from Facebook amid ‘cyber-attacks’ on journalists

A post on the Cyprus Mail’s Facebook account was removed from social media platform Facebook on Thursday amid a wave of “cyber-attacks” on journalists and news outlets on the island in recent days. The post featured a link to an article penned on Wednesday regarding the Turkish Cypriot ruling coalition’s efforts to alter the payment […]

16.04.2026 11:09

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SaintQuant launches open-source Crypto trading bot CLI and ships major platform redesign

Australia’s leading AI-powered crypto trading platform releases a free, open-source command-line tool for building automated bots locally, while rolling out a full UI/UX overhaul built on direct user feedback. SaintQuant, the Australian AI-powered crypto trading strategies platform trusted by more than 150,000 users, today announced two major releases: the open-source SaintQuant Free Crypto Trading Bot […]

16.04.2026 11:05

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UN warns that lawlessness in the Middle East threatens global shipping

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said this week that the resumption of talks between Washington and Tehran was “highly probable”, as he urged that the ceasefire persist and warned that respect for international law was being trampled in the Middle East.  Speaking at UN headquarters in New York, Guterres opened with a broader appeal for international law, saying justice was meant to be blind, […]

16.04.2026 10:38

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Inspections of Turkish Cypriot halloumi producers to begin

Inspections of Turkish Cypriot halloumi producers will begin with a view to allowing Turkish Cypriot halloumi to be exported across the Green Line and into the wider European Union, Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said on Thursday. He wrote in a post on social media that the legislation allowing halloumi to be exported across the […]

16.04.2026 10:37

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Tsitsipas’ Munich switch backfires as rankings slide continues

Stefanos Tsitsipas walked off the court in Munich on Wednesday after another first-round defeat that highlighted how far the former world number three has drifted from the sport’s elite amid injury problems and inconsistent form. Resuming at 2-2 in the deciding set against Fabian Marozsan after play was suspended on Tuesday due to darkness, the […]

16.04.2026 10:32

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ENAD Panthers top Walking Football in Cyprus table

The last league matchday saw ENAD Panthers top the table. After the games, there were presentations to:Top Goalscorer: Andros Charalambous (ENAD)Players’ Player: Antonis (Tony) Antoniou (ENAD) and Dave Perkins (Lynx) who jointly received the most nominations.League Runners Up Medals: PUWFC Pumas, who were strong throughout the season.League Champions Trophy & Medals: ENAD Panthers who retained […]

16.04.2026 10:26

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MCPURA Cielo FROZEN MAGMA: the new exclusive bespoke car of Maserati

The magic of snow, the thrill of high-performance driving on the icy track of Lake St Moritz, and the audience of the most exclusive winter event provided the perfect backdrop for the presentation of the Maserati MCPURA Cielo – FROZEN MAGMA. This unique and bespoke model, crafted by the Maserati Fuoriserie programme, masterfully blends visual […]

16.04.2026 10:19

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

23‑year‑old arrested after alleged assaults on police in Limassol

Police in Limassol arrested a 23‑year‑old man twice on the same day after two separate incidents in which officers were allegedly assaulted, authorities said. Officers first went to a shop around 8 p.m. on April 14 after receiving information about a man inside the premises who appeared to be intoxicated. The shop owner had gone […]

16.04.2026 10:15

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Cyprus to ban social media for children under 15

Children younger than 15 years old will no longer be able to use social media in Cyprus, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday, while hailing the European Union’s new age verification application. “The protection of our children in the digital environment is one of our government’s top priorities. The Republic of Cyprus is among the […]

16.04.2026 09:34

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UN security council ‘briefed’ on Pyla developments

The United Nations security council has been briefed on the latest developments in the buffer zone village of Pyla, according to reports on Thursday. The Cyprus News Agency reported that the UN’s peace operations department briefed the security council on the issue, with “tensions” in the area having been reported on Wednesday. Fears of heightened […]

16.04.2026 08:56

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Food delivery driver reports robbery in Limassol

A 26‑year‑old food delivery driver told police he was robbed around 2 a.m. Thursday at the junction of Paphos Street and Spyrou Kyprianou Avenue in Limassol. He said three people on a scooter stopped him, assaulted him and stole cash from his wallet before fleeing. The driver was not injured. The suspects were described as […]

16.04.2026 08:51

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Thursday 16 April weather- warm and dusty across Cyprus

Today’s weather will be mostly clear, with periods of increased high cloud. Dust will remain in the atmosphere, and concentrations may rise at times. Winds will blow light to strong, 3 to 5 Beaufort, and the sea will be slight to rough. Temperatures will reach 27°C inland and along the south and east coasts, 26°C […]

16.04.2026 08:45

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Today’s weather: Mainly clear, temperatures rising

Thursday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, with partial cloud in some areas, and temperatures on the rise. The mercury will reach a maximum of 27 degrees Celsius inland and on the southern and eastern coasts, 26 degrees Celsius on the rest of the coasts, and 24 degrees Celsius […]

16.04.2026 08:44

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Russian missiles hit Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, 13 dead

Russia unleashed missile and drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities overnight, killing 13 people, including a 12-year-old child, injuring several dozens and badly damaging buildings, officials said on Thursday. In Kyiv, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said four people, including the child, had died. Seven people were killed in Odesa and in the […]

16.04.2026 08:10

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Kinisis Ventures startups report strong sales and market expansion in 2026

Kinisis Ventures portfolio companies opened 2026 with stronger sales, product rollouts and market expansion across both KVF I and KVF II, as several startups moved from development into commercial execution during the first quarter, according to the fund’s latest portfolio newsletter. Among the strongest performers, Threedium posted its best opening quarter on record, surpassing $500,000 […]

16.04.2026 08:00

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Hopes for Middle East peace grow as Israel discusses Lebanon ceasefire

Optimism grew on Thursday that the war in the Middle East may be near an end, with a key Pakistani mediator in Tehran and the administration of President Donald Trump talking up hopes for a deal that would open the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Israel’s cabinet met on Wednesday to discuss a possible ceasefire in […]

16.04.2026 07:59

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Cyprus deposit rates remain lower than eurozone average

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has reported that the average interest rate for new housing loans in Cyprus stood at 3.04 per cent in February, below the eurozone average of 3.41 per cent. At the same time, the average interest rate for new household term deposits of up to one year reached 1.19 per […]

16.04.2026 07:40

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Cyprus Business Now: IMF, economy, tourism, Eurobank, CySEC, Eurolife,

Developments in the Middle East, particularly in the Persian Gulf, are adding fresh uncertainty to the global economy, with volatility making investors and businesses more hesitant to move ahead, economist Tassos Yiasemides said. Speaking to the Cyprus Agency News (CNA), Yiasemides said that, despite the ceasefire, uncertainty over how talks between the United States and […]

16.04.2026 07:30

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Maritime sector balances AI adoption with caution and safety focus

All newly available maritime artificial intelligence services and products will be presented at Posidonia, as the industry slowly incorporates their potential into everyday operations. Indeed, the maritime industry, traditionally measured in its adoption of new technologies, is steadily advancing its engagement with AI, though not without caution, according to findings from a recent Posidonia survey. […]

16.04.2026 07:00

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What’s on this weekend

Open Mic Before the weekend fun begins, an open mic night takes place in Larnaca this Friday. KENO Publications brings another edition of The Openest Mic with the theme this time, Empty Your Spring Bags! Performers and audiences will gather at StArt Café at 7.30pm to enjoy a line-up of performers sharing works inspired by […]

16.04.2026 06:40

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