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3.2 Richter earthquake recorded off Cyprus

An earthquake was recorded on Wednesday in Cyprus, with initial data indicating a magnitude of 3.2 on the Richter scale, according to the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The quake occurred around 4.00pm, with the epicentre located approximately 35 kilometres south of Limassol and 97 kilometres southwest of Nicosia. The focal depth was recorded at eight kilometres, […]

20.05.2026 17:04

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UK inflation cools more than expected but Middle East crisis clouds outlook

British inflation cooled by more than expected in April but the slowdown did little to mask ‌a tough outlook for households, with global costs from the Iran war set to hit them harder later this year. Consumer prices rose by an annual 2.8 per cent, down from March’s annual inflation rate of 3.3 per cent, […]

20.05.2026 17:03

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Larnaca welcomes King’s Baton Relay for Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Larnaca on Wednesday welcomed the baton of the 23rd Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, which arrived in the city as part of the international route of the King’s Baton Relay. “The cooperation of the municipality with the Cyprus Olympic Committee is excellent and the municipality of Larnaca wishes to assist in the efforts of the COC […]

20.05.2026 16:55

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Cyprus to host major EU digital conference on AI future

Cyprus will host a major EU digital policy conference in Nicosia next month, bringing together government leaders, technology executives and academics to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and Europe’s evolving digital agenda, according to a press release issued by the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy. The two-day event, titled “Shaping the […]

20.05.2026 16:47

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Cosmos Insurance approves €1 million dividend payout for shareholders

Cosmos Insurance Public Company Ltd on Wednesday issued a formal regulatory announcement confirming that its shareholders have officially approved a total dividend distribution of €1,000,000, following decisions made at its annual general meeting. The extensive cash distribution plan was ratified during the annual assembly held on May 14, 2026, backing a strategic proposal originally put […]

20.05.2026 16:24

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Akamas ‘an example of Cyprus biodiversity and challenges’

The Akamas is a living example of Cyprus’ rich biodiversity, but also of the challenges the island faces for the coexistence of humans and nature, Environment Commissioner Antonia Theodosiou said on Wednesday. “The area hosts approximately 650 of the country’s 1,650 native plant species, including 46 endemic and 28 threatened species, as well as protected […]

20.05.2026 16:17

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Residential options with potential in Limassol and Paphos by Altia

The search for a residence or investment in Limassol and Paphos is linked to two of the most dynamic and recognisable real-estate markets in Cyprus. Limassol, with its strong business character, developed coastal zone and steady demand for quality properties, remains a point of reference for buyers and investors. At the same time, Paphos stands […]

20.05.2026 16:15

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Elam doubles down on Christofias role during Turkish invasion

Elam leader Christos Christou intensified his dispute with Akel on Wednesday over the wartime role of former president Demetris Christofias, arguing that official national guard records do not place him among those who fought at the Nicosia airport during the Turkish invasion. Taking to Sigma TV, Christou said the controversy followed an earlier televised confrontation […]

20.05.2026 16:15

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Set-piece kings Arsenal trade style for steel to seal title

As Arsenal ended their 22-year wait for a Premier League title, there was an irony in how Mikel Arteta built the champions — not on the idealism and aesthetic style of play once associated with the club, but through the ruthless pragmatism of set-pieces. Their efficiency on set-pieces in the face of injuries in attack […]

20.05.2026 16:12

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Cyprus wins gold at European Girls’ Informatics Olympiad

Cyprus secured a gold medal at the European Girls’ Olympiad in Informatics (EGOI 2026) for the second consecutive year, following strong performances at the competition held in Italy from May 12 to May 18, 2026. According to an announcement from the Cyprus Computer Society, the standout achievement came from secondary school student Mariza Paspalli, who […]

20.05.2026 16:07

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Paphos hoteliers aim to boost competitiveness in local tourism sector

Evripides Loizides has been re-elected as president of the Paphos Hoteliers Association, securing a renewed mandate for a new three-year term as the organisation looks to strengthen its role in Cyprus’ tourism sector. The re-election confirms the continuation of Loizides’ leadership within the district’s organised hotel industry, with a focus on maintaining and expanding Paphos’ […]

20.05.2026 15:52

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UK rules out mandatory supermarket price caps

Britain’s government ruled out mandatory supermarket price caps on Wednesday, but said it was in talks with the sector on ways to ease cost-of-living pressures partly driven by the Iran war. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, facing potential leadership challenges after a heavy local election defeat this month, is pushing departments to shield households from rising […]

20.05.2026 15:45

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TV shows we love: Parks and Recreation

Created by Michael Schur and Greg Daniels, the NBC comedy used the mockumentary format to follow the Parks Department of fictional Pawnee, Indiana, building a series defined by character chemistry, civic optimism and tightly constructed comedy across seven seasons. At the centre of the series is Leslie Knope, played by Amy Poehler, in a performance […]

20.05.2026 15:30

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Culling underway as authorities race to contain Limassol FMD outbreak

Authorities moved on Tuesday to contain the first confirmed foot and mouth disease outbreak in the Limassol district after a positive case was identified at a farm in Pachna, prompting immediate culling of infected livestock. The veterinary services said the outbreak involved a herd of 66 animals, with the total number of confirmed units nationwide […]

20.05.2026 15:26

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Life Surge reviews bring insight into how it moves people

Chad Pennington and his wife sat in an arena and cried “tears of joy” at a recent Life Surge event. They had gone to Life Surge already motivated. They had already decided 2026 was their year of growth. They left with something bigger than motivation. “After leaving this Conference, we are so energized, and the […]

20.05.2026 15:21

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Christodoulides arrives in India for state visit

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday afternoon touched down at Mumbai airport to begin a four-day state visit to India. He sported a grey Nehru jacket – a sleeveless jacket made famous by late Indian prime minister Jawarhalal Nehru – as he hopped down the stairs of the Cyprus Airways jet which had flown him and a […]

20.05.2026 15:11

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Alpha Bank posts strong first-quarter growth despite uncertainty

Greek lender Alpha Bank on Wednesday reported a strong operational performance in the first quarter of 2026, posting double-digit revenue growth and resilient profitability despite heightened geopolitical uncertainty, the bank announced. The results confirmed the lender’s transition towards a more diversified and recurring profitability model, driven primarily by strong fee income growth and steady net […]

20.05.2026 14:35

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Energean restores output after Israel shutdown ends

Energean announced on Wednesday it has restored group production to over 150,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, following the restart of the Energean Power FPSO in Israel after a 41-day suspension linked to regional geopolitical tensions. The company said that 84 per cent of total production now comes from natural gas, underlining the central […]

20.05.2026 14:23

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Iran threatens war ‘beyond the region’ if US attacks

Iran threatened on Wednesday to spread war beyond the Middle East if the United States attacks again, after President Donald Trump said he had come within an hour of restarting the military campaign. Six weeks since Trump paused Operation Epic Fury for a ceasefire, talks to end the war have largely stalled. Iran submitted a […]

20.05.2026 14:20

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Seven artists work live in front of audiences

Α one-day live performance event this Saturday transforms an industrial space in Nicosia into a temporary home for artists. Seven artists from seven different art disciplines take part in the WAREHÅUS event, bringing their studios to 17 Areos Street, working live and inviting the audience into their creative process. Starting at 6.45pm, the event will […]

20.05.2026 14:18

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‘The boos are getting louder’: Young workers rebel against AI future

The AI revolution is here and the boos are getting louder. As artificial intelligence reshapes industries and markets around the world, a sense of dread is deepening among young “digital natives” now entering the workforce, fearful of the impact on jobs and daily life as ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini become household names. In a speech […]

20.05.2026 14:17

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NATO summit in Ankara should reaffirm alliance’s unity, Turkey to tell allies

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will tell NATO foreign ministers this week that the next NATO leaders’ summit, set for Ankara in July, should reaffirm the alliance’s unity and integrity, a foreign ministry source said on Wednesday. Fidan will attend a meeting of NATO foreign ministers on Thursday and Friday in Sweden’s Helsingborg.Turkey will host […]

20.05.2026 14:15

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Israel moves toward early election after parliament dissolution vote

Israel moved closer on Wednesday to a snap election after lawmakers gave an initial nod to dissolve parliament, with opinion polls showing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would lose the first national vote since the 2023 Hamas attacks. Lawmakers voted almost unanimously for an early ballot in a preliminary reading of a bill to disband the […]

20.05.2026 14:13

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Pachna farmers on alert as FMD results expected

Livestock farmers in the area of Pachna, Limassol, are awaiting laboratory test results on Wednesday after an animal on a farm with 70 goats and sheep tested positive for foot and mouth disease. Pachna community leader Andreas Savva said “a difficult day dawned” for the community and the broader region, causing concern among all farmers […]

20.05.2026 14:00

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