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Volt pitches ‘sweeping political reform’ before Sunday vote

Volt Cyprus ended its parliamentary election campaign in Nicosia on Thursday night with party leaders presenting the movement as a vehicle for political reform and institutional accountability ahead of Sunday’s vote. Speaking before candidates and supporters at the party’s headquarters, co-president Panos Parras said Volt had used the campaign period to present “documented proposals” aimed […]

22.05.2026 11:28

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President credits fiscal discipline for positive EU economic forecast

Cyprus is set to remain among the European Union’s fastest-growing economies in 2026, with unemployment expected to fall to a historic low, President Nikos Christodoulides said. Referring to the European Commission’s Spring Forecasts, Christodoulides said the first figures of the year were already supporting this outlook, with preliminary estimates showing 3 per cent growth in […]

22.05.2026 11:25

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Gesy clamps down on doctors abusing system

The Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) announced on Friday that new regulations governing replacements between Gesy personal doctors will come into force next month to curb abuses that allowed some GPs to effectively manage thousands of additional patients through substitute arrangements. The changes introduce limits on both the number of doctors a physician may replace simultaneously […]

22.05.2026 11:08

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India-Cyprus relations ‘have stood the test of time’

Relations between India and Cyprus “have stood the test of time”, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday as he welcomed Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides to his official residence, Hyderabad House in New Delhi. “The friendship between Cyprus is not only strong, it is future-facing as well. We respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity […]

22.05.2026 11:00

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Two arrested after almost 3kg cannabis found in Limassol

Two men, aged 25 and 26, were arrested in Limassol on Friday after an anti-drug operation led to the seizure of almost three kilos of cannabis. The operation was carried out by the drug squad Ykan following information that the suspects were hiding narcotics in various locations across the district. Officers placed the 25-year-old under […]

22.05.2026 10:55

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Maguire ‘gutted’ to be left out of England squad, Foden and Palmer also omitted

A “shocked” Harry Maguire has been omitted from Thomas Tuchel’s England World Cup squad which is set to be unveiled on Friday at Wembley Stadium, and British media reported that attacking midfielders Phil Foden and Cole Palmer have also been left out. Manchester United central defender Maguire has won 66 international caps and been a […]

22.05.2026 10:50

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

European Union finance ministers meeting in Cyprus

European Union finance ministers are meeting in the Cypriot capital for an informal ECOFIN gathering chaired by Cyprus Finance Minister Makis Keravnos, as part of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European Union. The meeting will focus on the competitiveness of the EU. Ministers are expected to discuss actions needed at the European level […]

22.05.2026 10:45

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NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after severe illness

Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion considered one of the best drivers of all time, died Thursday after a bout with a severe illness. He was 41. The Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR confirmed his death hours after announcing that Busch had been hospitalized this week and would miss Sunday’s Coca-Cola […]

22.05.2026 10:43

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Three Eldyk soldiers have adenovirus, meningitis patient remains intubated

Four soldiers serving with the Greek forces in Cyprus (Eldyk) remained under medical supervision on Friday after a meningitis case at an Eldyk military camp led to hospitalisations and precautionary health measures within the base. Doctors at Nicosia general hospital confirmed that three soldiers initially admitted as suspected meningitis cases were later diagnosed with adenovirus […]

22.05.2026 10:40

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Island Oil wins silver for social leadership at ESG shipping awards

Limassol-based Island Oil (Holdings) Ltd has received the Silver Award in the Social Leader category at the ESG Shipping Awards International 2026, adding another Cyprus-linked distinction to a ceremony that brought together the global maritime industry in Athens.  The award, received by Dimitris Lemesianos during the ceremony hosted by ESG Shipping Awards in Athens, recognised the group’s work around people, wellbeing, inclusion and […]

22.05.2026 10:38

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Tensions rise as players cut media time at French Open amid prize money row

Tournament director Amelie Mauresmo said on Thursday she regretted the decision made by some players to limit their media obligations ahead of the French Open amid growing tensions over prize money and player influence at the Grand Slams. Several leading players are expected to restrict their appearances at Friday and Saturday’s traditional pre-tournament media days […]

22.05.2026 10:37

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Iran, US still divided over uranium and Strait of Hormuz, talks continue

Iran’s foreign minister met Pakistan’s interior minister on Friday to discuss proposals to end the U.S.-Israeli war, Iranian media reported, with Tehran and Washington still at odds over Tehran’s uranium stockpile and controls on the Strait of Hormuz. Two days after presenting the Iranians with the latest U.S. message in the negotiations, Syed Mohsin Naqvi […]

22.05.2026 10:34

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Prison guards strike over safety concerns and ‘militarisation’

Prison guards of the Isotita union began a 24-hour strike on Friday, protesting outside the justice ministry over what they describe as unsafe working conditions, union retaliation and the growing “militarisation” of the prison system. The strike comes amid escalating tensions between staff, prison management and the justice ministry, with the union demanding direct engagement […]

22.05.2026 10:27

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Sequoia Zanubrutinib study: Long-term insights into BTK inhibition in treatment-naïve CLL/SLL

Introduction Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) is at the core of present day treatment in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) which in turn is redefining first line and relapsed disease management. In terms of second-generation BTK inhibitors, zanubrutinib has been the focus for its efficacy, safety, and long-term disease control. In the […]

22.05.2026 10:22

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Ballot box distribution begins nationwide

The distribution of ballot boxes began across Cyprus on Friday as authorities entered the final stage of preparations for the parliamentary elections, with polling stations expected to be fully operational ahead of Sunday’s vote. Election officials and public servants started collecting ballot boxes, ballot papers, voter lists, counting forms and other voting materials early in […]

22.05.2026 10:15

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Police make eleven arrests for a range of offenses

Police carried out intensified overnight patrols across Cyprus, resulting in eleven arrests for a range of offenses, authorities said Friday. The arrests were part of targeted preventive operations aimed at deterring serious crime, maintaining public order and boosting public safety. Those arrested face allegations including assault, theft, property damage, illegal stay in the Republic, driving […]

22.05.2026 10:06

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Limassol: Seizure of nearly three kilograms of cannabis

Two men, ages 25 and 26, were arrested Thursday in Limassol after a Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) operation that led to the seizure of nearly three kilograms of cannabis, police said. The arrests followed an investigation based on information suggesting the two suspects were hiding drugs in various outdoor locations. According to police, officers […]

22.05.2026 10:04

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Paphos celebrates the International Day of Yoga

The ancient practice of yoga will take centre stage in Paphos this June as the International Council of Music and Ancient Cultures (ICMACY) hosts the 12th International Day of Yoga celebration. Organised under the auspices of the High Commission of India in Nicosia and endorsed by the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organisation (WEDO), the event will […]

22.05.2026 10:00

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BTC Ecosystem mining platform secures $50 million in funding: Ushering in a new era of Bitcoin layer 2 development

From “Store of Value” to “Ecosystem Applications”: How BTC Mining Protocols Are Reshaping a Trillion-Dollar Sector. Sydney, Australia, May 21, 2026. Benefiting from a recovering and booming crypto market, a leading BTC Ecosystem mining platform recently announced the completion of a $50 million Series A funding round. This round was led by several top venture […]

22.05.2026 09:58

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Cyprus is preparing its first major overhaul of special‑education

Cyprus is preparing its first major overhaul of special‑education legislation in 27 years, Education Minister Athina Michaelidou has said during a visit to Archbishop Makarios III Gymnasium in Platy. Michaelidou told reporters that the ministry is drafting amendments aimed at giving schools more flexibility and improving support for students with additional needs. She said the […]

22.05.2026 09:54

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AI forces rethink of talent as skills gap widens

Artificial intelligence is no longer only changing the tools people use at work, but it is also reshaping what companies, universities and training centres understand by talent. Indeed, speakers at a Cyprus Seeds panel discussion that took place at the Doers Summit in Limassol this week argued that deep expertise must now be matched with […]

22.05.2026 09:33

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How Limassol joined Paris in the small-flat rent squeeze

Rent prices in some of the world’s most expensive neighbourhoods are continuing to climb, turning even the smallest homes into an increasingly costly luxury as the global housing crisis tightens its grip. In Manhattan, the pressure is already extreme. The median monthly rent reached $5,099 in April 2026, passing the $5,000 mark, according to the Corcoran Group’s […]

22.05.2026 09:32

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The day Cyprus’ mountains vanished

On April 3, 2026, something very strange happened in Cyprus. Schools cancelled activities. Construction ceased overnight. And the mountains – both Troodos and Kyrenia – simply vanished. “Aha, the heat!” I can hear you thinking. But no. This time it wasn’t soaring temperatures. The mercury was clocking a fairly steady 20 degrees Celsius – enough […]

22.05.2026 09:00

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Two escape safely after early morning house fire in Chloraka

Emergency services were called to a house fire in Chloraka shortly before 3am on Friday, with firefighters bringing the blaze under control and the two occupants escaping unharmed. According to police, the fire service rushed to the scene and managed to contain and extinguish the blaze, which caused extensive damage inside the property. The two […]

22.05.2026 08:42

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