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Georgios Ioannides elected new bishop of Paphos

The Holy Synod of the church of Cyprus on Tuesday elected Archimandrite Georgios Ioannides as the new bishop of Paphos. The vote follows after the Holy Synod earlier in the day finalised the list of candidates who had expressed their interest for the position which had be vacant since May 2025, after former bishop Tychikos […]

26.05.2026 12:44

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Palmas denies planning to leave Dipa after election wipeout

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Tuesday denied that he plans to leave Dipa after the party lost all its seats at Sunday’s parliamentary election, with it having been rumoured that he was considering rejoining Diko. “I have not learned in my life to flee from difficult times. The party bodies will sit down to discuss […]

26.05.2026 12:31

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Holguin to return to Cyprus, meet Erhurman, Christodoulides next month

United Nations envoy Maria Angela Holguin is to return to Cyprus next month, and hold separate meetings with both Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman and President Nikos Christodoulides, according to reports on Tuesday. The Cyprus News Agency reported that she will meet both leaders separately on June 8, and that she will discuss “both the […]

26.05.2026 12:30

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Talks continue between veterinary services and livestock farmers over foot‑and‑mouth response

Consultations between the Veterinary Services and livestock farmers on next steps in managing the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak are continuing. Representatives of farmers’ organizations met Monday with the director of the Veterinary Services, Christodoulos Pippis, in a discussion that lasted just over two hours. At the end of the meeting, both sides agreed not to make any […]

26.05.2026 12:15

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Finance ministry updates travel allowance for public sector workers

The Finance Ministry has announced a comprehensive revision of the domestic out-of-pocket travel allowance framework for civil servants, introducing updated spending parameters across the public sector. The administrative changes were officially enacted through a targeted policy circular dispatched by the director of the public administration and personnel department. The newly distributed directive formally modifies a […]

26.05.2026 12:15

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Cyprus accountants form reporting standards committee for small firms

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (Selk) on Tursday announced the appointment of the Financial Reporting Standards Committee, marking a significant step toward creating a simplified framework for small businesses. The specialised regulatory body was established under a new legislative act passed by the House of Representatives on January 22, 2026. The primary […]

26.05.2026 12:02

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France heatwave death toll reaches seven amid extreme temperatures

Seven people have died in France in circumstances related directly or indirectly to the current heatwave, French Junior Energy Minister Maud Bregeon said on Tuesday. Five of the seven fatalities were people drowning in lakes, rivers or beaches, Bregeon said. The government has ordered local authorities to take measures to protect people during sport events, […]

26.05.2026 11:58

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Holy Synod meets to elect new Paphos bishop

The Holy Synod is meeting on Tuesday to consider the list of candidates who submitted their interest for the vacant position of the Paphos bishop. According to the Cyprus News Agency, the vote will proceed once the election list is finalised. The election process will be conducted via a secret vote by the 16 synod […]

26.05.2026 11:51

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The University of Cyprus launches applications for MSc in Precision Medicine in Clinical Practice (Distant Learning)

The University of Cyprus is now accepting applications for its innovative MSc in Precision Medicine in Clinical Practice, a fully distant learning postgraduate programme designed to prepare healthcare professionals and scientists for the future of personalised healthcare. As medicine rapidly evolves beyond the traditional “one-size-fits-all” approach, precision medicine is transforming the way diseases are diagnosed, […]

26.05.2026 11:42

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Nicosia tourism board boosts visibility through campaigns and partnerships

The Nicosia Tourism Board on Tuesday released a roundup of its recent promotional activities, outlining campaigns, collaborations and European projects aimed at strengthening the capital’s tourism profile. The board said the past weeks were marked by seasonal campaigns centred on Easter, alongside international digital collaborations designed to expand the city’s visibility abroad. During Holy Week, […]

26.05.2026 11:41

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Top 5 Cyprus proxy providers in 2026, ranked by real network data

Cyprus is a small market, and that single fact shapes everything about sourcing proxies there. The whole island is served by a short list of operators – Cyta, Primetel, Cablenet, Epic – so the supply of genuinely local IP addresses is thin and concentrated. Where the United States or Germany expose millions of residential addresses […]

26.05.2026 11:36

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Jumbo set to enter Ukraine and Georgia in growth push

Greek retail group Jumbo on Tuesday announced a major expansion plan to add new stores to its growing international network, which already includes a strong presence in Cyprus, through a strategic agreement with the Balfin Group. The agreement will see the Jumbo brand enter six new markets, namely Ukraine, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, […]

26.05.2026 11:34

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Dipa alleges president’s cadre conspired to oust them in elections

Tensions between Dipa and the Presidential Palace escalated on Tuesday after senior party figure Marinos Cleanthous accused members of President Nikos Christodoulides’ cadre of supporting rival parties during the parliamentary election campaign, contributing to Dipa’s exclusion from parliament. Speaking to Radio Astra on Tuesday, the Dipa vice president said there had been “a game enacted […]

26.05.2026 11:33

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Iran: The Curious Absence of Nuclear Weapons

Tulsi Gabbard, the recently resigned/retired/fired US Director of National Intelligence, told Congress just two months ago that US intelligence agencies had concluded Iran was not building nuclear weapons. Indeed, she added, experts also determined Iran had not resumed its suspended 2003 nuclear weapons programme.  However, Donald Trump said she was “wrong” His claim that “Iran […]

26.05.2026 11:30

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Demetra Holdings buys back thousands more of its own shares

Demetra Holdings Plc completed the repurchase of thousands of its own shares on the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on May 25, through the Cyprus Investment and Securities Corporation Limited (CISCO). According to an announcement on Tuesday, the latest round of purchases followed a specific authorisation granted to directors during the annual general meeting which took […]

26.05.2026 11:29

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State aid office outline priorities ahead of historic European summit

State Aid Control Commissioner Stella Michaelidou met with European Court of Auditors member Lefteris Christoforou and his office director Theodosis Tsiolas on May 21, to discuss the agency’s strategic priorities. The high-level meeting took place ahead of a historic milestone as Cyprus prepares to host European Union member state representatives for crucial state aid decision-making […]

26.05.2026 11:29

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North legislature defies Erhurman vetoes over Karpasia development, fining journalists

The Turkish Cypriot legislature late on Monday night voted to defy two vetoes exercised by Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman, repassing two laws concerning the development of forest land in the Karpas peninsula and the criminalisation of the naming of high-profile individuals who appear in court accused of crimes. Erhurman had vetoed both laws after […]

26.05.2026 11:26

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Ecologists lament exit from parliament

The Ecologists’ Movement on Monday expressed disappointment over its Movement’s failure to retain parliamentary representation after 25 years. The movement said it had supported efforts to maintain a green voice in parliament, describing it as essential in challenging entrenched interests. It praised the work of the party’s MPs and officials, saying they had addressed broader […]

26.05.2026 11:18

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KEO plans €25 million bottling and distribution centre in Limassol

Cypriot beverage maker KEO is said to be moving ahead with a €25 million industrial investment in Limassol, with plans to build a new alcoholic beverages distribution and bottling centre in Kato Polemidia. According to a report from Philenews, the project, which has been submitted to the competent authorities through an information report, is expected […]

26.05.2026 11:13

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Man arrested over Nicosia supermarket burglary

Police on Monday arrested a 40-year-old man wanted in connection with a supermarket burglary in Nicosia last December. The burglary took place on December 20, 2025, during which money was stolen. Authorities said testimony obtained during the investigation led to the issue of an arrest warrant against the suspect.

26.05.2026 11:00

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Bust of Eoka fighter stolen in Kissonerga

A bust of Eoka fighter Christos Kkelis in Kissonerga was removed on Monday night, in an incident condemned by local authorities as a serious affront to the community. The bust, dedicated to the Eoka member who was killed during the anti-colonial struggle against British rule in 1957, was removed overnight by unknown individuals. Police were […]

26.05.2026 10:54

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Cypriot and Indian accounting bodies sign landmark deal to boost business ties

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (Selk) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), in a move aimed at strengthening professional and business ties between Cyprus and India. The agreement was signed during the recent official visit of President Nikos Christodoulides to India and […]

26.05.2026 10:51

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Sikou Pano announces plans to challenge election process

The Sikou Pano! (Get Up!) party said on Tuesday it was pushing ahead with a possible violation of the electoral process, saying it considered legal action over “serious issues” regarding the election’s legality, equal treatment and political pluralism in the pre-election period. In a written statement, the party describes “reasonable and serious questions” regarding the […]

26.05.2026 10:27

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Top 7 Qibla finders with real-time dynamic compass

For Muslims around the world, determining the correct Qibla direction is an essential part of daily prayer. While traditional methods such as using landmarks or memorized directions may work in familiar places, modern lifestyles often require greater flexibility. People travel frequently, move between locations, and pray in unfamiliar environments where orientation is not always obvious. […]

26.05.2026 10:25

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