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CBC highlights active role in European banking oversight

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) hosted a high-level joint visit from top European financial regulators on May 22, 2026, to reinforce the island’s active involvement in continental banking mechanisms. According to an update from the CBC, shared on Monday on social media platform X, the strategic gathering brought Claudia Buch, the chair of the […]

25.05.2026 16:43

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Papadopoulos ‘rules nothing out’ over House presidency

Diko leader Nicholas Papadopoulos on Monday said he will not “rule out any scenario” regarding the question of who will be elected as House president, with parliamentary arithmetic appearing to suggest that there may be a path to the role for him. “We do not rule out any scenario, any possibility, any cooperation,” he told […]

25.05.2026 16:42

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Israeli fire kills six-year-old girl and a woman in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike on a tent in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday killed two people including a six-year-old girl and wounded 17 other people, including children, Palestinian health officials said. Medics said the Israeli airstrike on a tent encampment of displaced families in the Mawasi area of Khan Younis, in the south of the […]

25.05.2026 16:40

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Cyprus promotes food exports at Milan exhibition

The Ministry of Commerce on Monday announced that Cyprus made its debut with an information kiosk at the international TUTTOFOOD exhibition in Milan, aiming to boost the global visibility of its agri-food products. According to the announcement, the participation was organised through the Cyprus Trade Centre in Athens and marked the first time the country […]

25.05.2026 16:38

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New members of the House officially named

The 56 MPs who gained a seat in the new parliament were officially named on Monday, following an election that brought six parties into the legislature. The ceremony took place at Nicosia’s municipal theatre, with political party leaders as well as friends and relatives of the new MPs in attendance. Although the names of the […]

25.05.2026 16:34

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Commissioner marks eight years of GDPR implementation

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDRP) has strengthened the public’s rights and reinforced accountability in the handling of personal data, data protection commissioner Maria Christofidou said on Monday. The GDPR established stronger protections while creating a unified framework for personal data protection across member states, she said, marking eight years since it was introduced across […]

25.05.2026 16:21

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Swiatek on one-way street to second round in Paris

Four-time champion Iga Swiatek cantered into the second round of the French Open, dispatching Australian wildcard Emerson Jones 6-1 6-2 in quick time under a beaming sun. The third-seeded Pole, who reigned supreme at Roland Garros in the early 2020s, has not won a title on clay since she lifted the Suzanne Lenglen Cup in […]

25.05.2026 16:01

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Cyprus properties for sale & rent in Limassol & Paphos | FOX Realty

Looking to buy, sell, rent or invest in Cyprus real estate? FOX Realty helps buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, companies and investors find quality residential and commercial properties for sale & rent in Limassol, Paphos & across Cyprus. Explore apartments, houses, villas, penthouses, maisonettes, beachfront homes, seafront apartments, family homes, luxury residences, new developments, off-plan properties, […]

25.05.2026 16:00

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Nicosia rehabilitation unit to boost mental health services

Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides inaugurated the Nicosia Occupational Rehabilitation Unit on Monday, describing it as an important step in mental health reform. As part of the same policy, vocational rehabilitation units are being developed in Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca to help people with mental health conditions regain independence and enter the labour market. Charalambides said […]

25.05.2026 15:57

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Presidential commissioner to visit Rizokarpazo and Ayia Triada

Presidential Commissioner Marios Hartsiotis will visit the occupied villages of Rizokarpasso and Ayia Triada on Wednesday to meet the residents there. The visit aims to provide practical state support and maintain regular communication with Greek Cypriots living in the areas in the north. Hartsiotis is expected to meet residents to discuss progress on issues raised […]

25.05.2026 15:41

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Consultations continue over foot and mouth outbreak

Veterinary services and livestock farmers continued consultations on Monday over the foot and mouth disease outbreak during a meeting lasting more than two hours, veterinary services director Christodoulos Pipis said. The meeting at the veterinary services headquarters focused on the next steps in managing the outbreak and the measures in force in affected areas. Both […]

25.05.2026 15:35

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Zavrantonas to stay in custody pending cocaine retrial

The Nicosia permanent criminal court on Monday unanimously ruled that Giorgos Christodoulou, also known as Zavrantonas, will remain in custody pending the retrial of the high-profile case concerning the importation and possession of more than 15kg of cocaine with intent to supply. The court rejected a defence request for his release under conditions, finding that […]

25.05.2026 15:28

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Sentence increased for cannabis possession

A drug trafficking sentence for possession of 12.9kg cannabis was increased from nine to 12 years on Monday by the court of appeal. During his initial trial, the defendant admitted possession of 12.9kg of cannabis with intent to supply. The lower court sentenced nine years for possession with intent to supply, absorbing the more serious […]

25.05.2026 15:18

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‘200 Guitars with Giota Nega’ concert to light up Nicosia in July

The Cyprus Guitar Orchestra joins forces on stage with acclaimed Greek vocalist Giota Nega for a unique concert, “200 Guitars with Giota Nega” at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre. The event’s artistic director will be Antonis Koizas, while orchestra conductor will be Antonis Mytakidis. Two hundred guitarists on stage will accompany the distinctive voice of Giota […]

25.05.2026 15:16

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Behind Antigoni’s Eurovision journey: pressure, pride and ‘Jalla’

I arrive at Limassol’s Four Seasons days after the Eurovision grand final to meet Antigoni between school visits, interviews and appearances. She greets me the Cypriot way, kisses on cheeks, and is refreshingly honest as she talks as if she has known me for years. “Since my return, I’ve felt overwhelmed with love from everybody,” […]

25.05.2026 15:15

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Famagusta launches digital marketing campaign to attract overseas tourists

Famagusta is stepping up efforts to strengthen its position in key overseas tourism markets, with a major online campaign for 2026 already under way. The campaign aims to boost the region’s image and competitiveness, increase tourist arrivals and help extend the season beyond the traditional summer months. According to a statement from the Famagusta regional […]

25.05.2026 15:09

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Criminal organisation trial adjourned until September

Four men accused of participating in a criminal organisation on Monday saw their trial adjourned until September 16, with proceedings set to continue before the Larnaca Permanent Criminal Court. Three of the defendants, a 42-year-old man and two men aged 29, remain free on bail following an earlier court decision which considered amendments made to […]

25.05.2026 15:05

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Four in race for Paphos bishop

Nominations for the vacant position of Paphos bishop closed on Monday lunchtime, with four clerics now standing in the race for the post. The post has remained vacant since May 22, 2025, when the Holy Synod removed then-bishop Tychikos from office, with Archbishop Georgios serving as caretaker ever since. Submitting their candidacies in person at […]

25.05.2026 14:58

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Ferreira, Moore win New Zealand Pro after photographer suffers ‘wildlife injury’

Hawaiian Carissa Moore and Brazil’s Italo Ferreira claimed wins in top quality surf at the New Zealand Pro in Raglan on Monday, after a delay caused when an in-water photographer was injured by what was thought to be a shark or a sea lion. Hosting a full world championship tour competition for the first time, […]

25.05.2026 14:56

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May rainfall reaches 220 per cent of normal levels

Rainfall recorded across Cyprus so far in May has reached 220 per cent of the monthly average, data released on Monday showed. Between May 1 and Monday, average rainfall was 43.2 millimetres, significantly higher than the normal monthly average of 19.6mm, with some areas receiving over three times the usual amount. The highest rainfall relative […]

25.05.2026 14:38

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How a modern policy administration system improves insurance operations and customer experience

Insurers have spent years investing in customer-facing improvements, including better mobile apps, faster quote tools, more responsive service teams, while the back-office systems driving those interactions stay largely unchanged.  The result is a familiar contradiction: a polished front end running on fragile infrastructure. Policyholders notice when a renewal arrives late, when a certificate takes three […]

25.05.2026 14:31

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CSE extends trading suspension for public company

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on Monday announced that its council ratified a decision to continue the suspension of trading for shares in Mr Pengu Public Company Ltd. This move upholds the initial enforcement measures that were originally communicated to the public on May 11, 2026. The targeted enterprise has its shares listed on the […]

25.05.2026 14:16

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Trinity Private School participates in Doers Summit 2026

Trinity Private School was proud to participate in the Doers Summit 2026, joining a vibrant community of innovators, educators, entrepreneurs and creatives for a weekend centred around ideas, collaboration and forward thinking. Throughout the event, the Trinity activation space welcomed a steady flow of visitors who engaged with the team, explored the school’s programmes and […]

25.05.2026 14:11

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By-election to be called for Aglandjia’s deputy mayor

A by-election will be called for the position of deputy mayor of the Nicosia suburb of Aglandjia after the position’s previous holder was elected as a member of parliament on Sunday. Andreas Constantinou, now a Disy MP for the Nicosia district, was formally declared as a duly elected member of parliament on Monday, with electoral […]

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