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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 14:23

Cyprus says EU shipping policy must stay aligned with global rules

Cyprus must help ensure that Europe speaks with a clear and coordinated voice in global maritime affairs, Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis said during a working visit to Chios this week.  Speaking at the 1st Mare Forum Chios, where she delivered the keynote address, Hadjimanolis said global shipping is facing a period of regulatory change, geopolitical uncertainty and growing pressure […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 14:03

State ‘fully prepared’ for parliamentary elections

The government is fully prepared to hold and facilitate the forthcoming parliamentary elections, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Friday. “The state apparatus is fully prepared to cope with these parliamentary elections, which have the most candidates to date, so that on election day, everything will run smoothly, without any problems whatsoever,” he said during a […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 14:02

Guided walks to Pervolia Lighthouse this weekend

Coastline walks at Cape Kiti this Saturday invite the public to a cultural walk around the Pervolia Lighthouse. Organised by the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute, the Faro Walks event will be an opportunity to explore the Pervolia coastline and embark on a guided tour of the new temporary outdoor exhibition, titled Lighthouse. Two walks […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 13:54

Russia and Ukraine fight on despite WW2 celebration ceasefire proposal

Russia and Ukraine accused each other on Friday of violating a unilateral two-day ceasefire announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin to cover the anniversary celebrations of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany. Four years since the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine triggered the deadliest conflict in Europe since World War Two, Russia and Ukraine […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 13:51

Trump says ceasefire still holds after fighting between the US and Iran flares

U.S. and Iranian forces clashed in the Gulf and the United Arab Emirates came under renewed attack, but President Donald Trump said a ceasefire was still holding despite the flare-up, which dented hopes for a swift diplomatic resolution to the crisis. The escalation came as Washington awaited Tehran’s response to a U.S. proposal to end […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 13:27

Cyta names George Metzakis new CEO

Telecommunications provider Cyta on Friday announced the appointment of George Metzakis as the organisation’s new chief executive officer, with immediate effect. The appointment marks a new phase for Cyta’s leadership team, as the organisation continues implementing its business strategy with a focus on growth, digital transformation and service development. According to the announcement, George Metzakis […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 13:08

Cyprus promotes fresh produce at Thessaloniki expo

Cyprus promoted its fresh fruit and vegetable exports at the international exhibition Freskon 2026 in Thessaloniki, as part of efforts to strengthen trade ties and open new opportunities in foreign markets, the Energy Ministry said on Friday.  The exhibition, held at the HELEXPO exhibition centre from April 23 to 25, took place for the tenth consecutive year and […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 13:04

Cyprus businesses pay second highest electricity prices in Europe

Cyprus recorded the second-highest electricity prices for non-household consumers in the European Union during the second half of 2025, according to data released by Eurostat. The figures showed that electricity prices for businesses in Cyprus reached €24.29 per 100 kilowatt-hours (kWh) in the second half of 2025, placing the country behind only Ireland, where prices […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:55

How should small business owners plan financially for tariff uncertainty?

For many small business owners right now, tariff uncertainty has become nearly impossible to ignore. Sudden cost increases on imported goods can compress margins and disrupt financial plans. EP Wealth Advisors takes a much more structured approach to this kind of planning than most firms do. Business owners who prepare in advance are in a […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:48

Hermes Airports hosts Indian High Commissioner to discuss direct flights

Cyprus and India are stepping up discussions on direct air connectivity, with officials saying stronger links could support tourism, business travel and wider economic cooperation between the two countries. Hermes Airports said it was “pleased to welcome” at Larnaca airport India’s High Commissioner to Cyprus, H.E. Manish Manish, and Subhash Jangala, First Secretary of the […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:42

Hostages taken at German bank branch, police say

German police said on Friday several people, including one cash transport driver, had been taken hostage at a savings bank branch in the western town of Sinzig. “It is currently believed that there are several perpetrators and hostages inside the bank,” police said in a statement, adding that the situation was currently “stable”. Police also […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:37

White House brands Mark Hamill ‘sick individual’ over AI-generated Trump image

The White House called “Star Wars” star Mark Hamill “one sick individual” on Thursday after an AI-generated image of U.S. President Donald Trump in a shallow grave was posted on one of the actor’s social media accounts. “If Only” was inscribed on the image of Trump lying with his eyes closed adjacent to a gravestone, […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:33

Hybrids take over half of Cyprus car market as petrol sales slide

Cyprus recorded a sharp rise in electric and hybrid vehicle registrations in the first four months of 2026, as new vehicle registrations increased by 15.1 per cent year-on-year, according to a report released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Friday. The report showed that hybrid vehicles accounted for more than half of all passenger […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:23

Christodoulides ‘relieved’ after farmers cancel roundabout protest

President Nikos Christodoulides on Friday expressed relief after farmers abandoned their plans to block the Rizoelia roundabout, which connects the Larnaca-Nicosia and Larnaca-Ayia Napa highways, in protest at the government’s handling of the ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease. “First of all, I would like to welcome the decision,” he said while visiting a […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:21

Cyprus has capacity to tackle energy crisis

Cyprus is among the European Union countries with the greatest fiscal space to respond to a new energy crisis linked to the war in Iran, according to a new report published by international credit rating agency Fitch Ratings. In its report titled “European sovereigns’ capacity to absorb another energy shock varies”, the agency said the […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:17

Halloumi or haloumi? Why Cyprus’ favourite cheese been spotted with single ‘L’

For most Cypriots, it’s a simple matter, it’s halloumi with two Ls, but abroad, the island’s most famous cheese is increasingly turning up on supermarket shelves missing a letter, rebranded as ‘haloumi’. But why? It might seem minor, but for a product so closely tied to identity, tradition and regulation, it has now become a […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:04

SMEs must drive Europe’s push for strategic autonomy, says minister

Small and medium-sized businesses must be placed at the centre of Europe’s competitiveness agenda if the EU is to strengthen its resilience, strategic autonomy and industrial base, according to Energy Minister Michalis Damianos. Speaking at an extraordinary meeting of the Employers’ Group of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), hosted by the Cyprus chamber […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:00

Jumbo Cyprus sales fall in April as Easter shift and regional uncertainty weigh

Greek retail chain Jumbo said sales at its Cyprus stores fell by around 3 per cent year-on-year in April 2026, as the timing of Easter shifted part of seasonal demand into March and wider uncertainty in the Middle East continued to affect consumer sentiment.  For the first four months of the year, however, sales in Cyprus, […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 12:00

Spring dish that screams Mediterranean

Mediterranean Lentil & Quinoa Stuffed Peppers If you are looking for a nourishing, vibrant and deeply satisfying dish, these Mediterranean Lentil & Quinoa Stuffed Peppers are the perfect addition to your table. Inspired by the simplicity and richness of Mediterranean cuisine, this recipe combines wholesome plant-based ingredients with fresh herbs and bold flavours to create […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 11:32

ICS chief Kazakos meets Panama president

International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Secretary General Thomas Kazakos met Panama’s President Jose Raul Mulino this week, as maritime leaders gathered in Panama for the Maritime Convention of the Americas. The meeting took place ahead of the plenary session “Securing Global Trade and Maritime Transportation in an Age of Uncertainty”, where Kazakos joined senior industry […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 11:19

8kg cannabis seized, arrest made

A 26-year-old man was arrested after police seized approximately 8kg of cannabis in a coordinated anti-drug operation, the force said on Friday. The police drugs unit Ykan, working with customs, initially located a package at a courier company containing 4.380kg of cannabis. Following further investigations, officers carried out a coordinated operation on Thursday and arrested […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 11:15

Arrest after man found illegally in property

A 50-year-old man has been arrested after he was found illegally inside a property in Limassol with burglary tools in his possession, police said on Friday. Officers went to the scene at around 8.30pm on Thursday after receiving information and located the man on the roof of the building. He had already been restrained by […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 11:10

DataArt launches online history of humanity’s relationship with data

The DataArt IT Museum, a historical initiative created by global software engineering firm DataArt, has launched a new online retrospective tracing humanity’s relationship with data across thousands of years, from early counting systems to modern artificial intelligence applications. The project, titled “Recount, Sort, and Figure Out”, was recently launched through the website retrospect.dataart.com and explores […]

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Kıbrıs 08.05.2026 11:08

Police probe Limassol futsal match violence

Police are investigating after incidents broke out at a futsal match between AEL and Apoel at the Nikos Solomonides Sports Centre in Limassol on Thursday night. The match was stopped after fans entered the pitch and objects and firecrackers were thrown onto the playing area. Shortly before the end of the game, AEL supporters began […]

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