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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 12:20

Iran, US narrow differences after Pakistani mediation but splits remain, senior Iranian official says

Iran and the United States have made some progress as they push for an agreement under Pakistani mediation, but more than halfway through a two-week truce big splits remain including over Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, a senior Iranian official said on Thursday. “The trip of the Pakistani army chief to Tehran was effective in reducing differences […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 12:19

Eight arrested in nationwide police operations

The police announced on Thursday the arrest of eight individuals during coordinated operations across urban areas. The arrests involved offences including conspiracy to commit a felony, arson, public intoxication, disorderly conduct, assaulting police officers, and residing in Cyprus without the requisite residence documents. According to the police, officers stopped 602 vehicles and checked 749 drivers […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 12:09

Oev issues guidance for businesses joining hotel sector employment scheme

The Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) issued additional guidance this week on how businesses can join the special employment support scheme in the hotel sector, following the government’s announcement earlier this month. In a circular sent to affected members, Oev said the Labour Ministry had provided further information on the application process and the procedures […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 12:00

Paphos chamber of commerce joins Mediterranean olive oil project in Corsica

The Paphos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evep) took part in a three-day meeting in Bastia, Corsica, under the Olive Oil Med Net project, in a move aimed at strengthening cooperation and know-how exchange across the Mediterranean olive oil sector.  According to the chamber, the discussions brought together representatives from Mediterranean regions, with the Paphos body saying its participation reflected its commitment to […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 11:09

Cyprus Mail content removed from Facebook amid ‘cyber-attacks’ on journalists

A post on the Cyprus Mail’s Facebook account was removed from social media platform Facebook on Thursday amid a wave of “cyber-attacks” on journalists and news outlets on the island in recent days. The post featured a link to an article penned on Wednesday regarding the Turkish Cypriot ruling coalition’s efforts to alter the payment […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 11:05

SaintQuant launches open-source Crypto trading bot CLI and ships major platform redesign

Australia’s leading AI-powered crypto trading platform releases a free, open-source command-line tool for building automated bots locally, while rolling out a full UI/UX overhaul built on direct user feedback. SaintQuant, the Australian AI-powered crypto trading strategies platform trusted by more than 150,000 users, today announced two major releases: the open-source SaintQuant Free Crypto Trading Bot […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 10:38

UN warns that lawlessness in the Middle East threatens global shipping

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said this week that the resumption of talks between Washington and Tehran was “highly probable”, as he urged that the ceasefire persist and warned that respect for international law was being trampled in the Middle East.  Speaking at UN headquarters in New York, Guterres opened with a broader appeal for international law, saying justice was meant to be blind, […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 10:37

Inspections of Turkish Cypriot halloumi producers to begin

Inspections of Turkish Cypriot halloumi producers will begin with a view to allowing Turkish Cypriot halloumi to be exported across the Green Line and into the wider European Union, Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said on Thursday. He wrote in a post on social media that the legislation allowing halloumi to be exported across the […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 10:32

Tsitsipas’ Munich switch backfires as rankings slide continues

Stefanos Tsitsipas walked off the court in Munich on Wednesday after another first-round defeat that highlighted how far the former world number three has drifted from the sport’s elite amid injury problems and inconsistent form. Resuming at 2-2 in the deciding set against Fabian Marozsan after play was suspended on Tuesday due to darkness, the […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 10:26

ENAD Panthers top Walking Football in Cyprus table

The last league matchday saw ENAD Panthers top the table. After the games, there were presentations to:Top Goalscorer: Andros Charalambous (ENAD)Players’ Player: Antonis (Tony) Antoniou (ENAD) and Dave Perkins (Lynx) who jointly received the most nominations.League Runners Up Medals: PUWFC Pumas, who were strong throughout the season.League Champions Trophy & Medals: ENAD Panthers who retained […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 10:19

MCPURA Cielo FROZEN MAGMA: the new exclusive bespoke car of Maserati

The magic of snow, the thrill of high-performance driving on the icy track of Lake St Moritz, and the audience of the most exclusive winter event provided the perfect backdrop for the presentation of the Maserati MCPURA Cielo – FROZEN MAGMA. This unique and bespoke model, crafted by the Maserati Fuoriserie programme, masterfully blends visual […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 09:34

Cyprus to ban social media for children under 15

Children younger than 15 years old will no longer be able to use social media in Cyprus, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday, while hailing the European Union’s new age verification application. “The protection of our children in the digital environment is one of our government’s top priorities. The Republic of Cyprus is among the […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 08:56

UN security council ‘briefed’ on Pyla developments

The United Nations security council has been briefed on the latest developments in the buffer zone village of Pyla, according to reports on Thursday. The Cyprus News Agency reported that the UN’s peace operations department briefed the security council on the issue, with “tensions” in the area having been reported on Wednesday. Fears of heightened […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 08:44

Today’s weather: Mainly clear, temperatures rising

Thursday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, with partial cloud in some areas, and temperatures on the rise. The mercury will reach a maximum of 27 degrees Celsius inland and on the southern and eastern coasts, 26 degrees Celsius on the rest of the coasts, and 24 degrees Celsius […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 08:10

Russian missiles hit Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, 13 dead

Russia unleashed missile and drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities overnight, killing 13 people, including a 12-year-old child, injuring several dozens and badly damaging buildings, officials said on Thursday. In Kyiv, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said four people, including the child, had died. Seven people were killed in Odesa and in the […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 08:00

Kinisis Ventures startups report strong sales and market expansion in 2026

Kinisis Ventures portfolio companies opened 2026 with stronger sales, product rollouts and market expansion across both KVF I and KVF II, as several startups moved from development into commercial execution during the first quarter, according to the fund’s latest portfolio newsletter. Among the strongest performers, Threedium posted its best opening quarter on record, surpassing $500,000 […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 07:59

Hopes for Middle East peace grow as Israel discusses Lebanon ceasefire

Optimism grew on Thursday that the war in the Middle East may be near an end, with a key Pakistani mediator in Tehran and the administration of President Donald Trump talking up hopes for a deal that would open the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Israel’s cabinet met on Wednesday to discuss a possible ceasefire in […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 07:40

Cyprus deposit rates remain lower than eurozone average

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has reported that the average interest rate for new housing loans in Cyprus stood at 3.04 per cent in February, below the eurozone average of 3.41 per cent. At the same time, the average interest rate for new household term deposits of up to one year reached 1.19 per […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: IMF, economy, tourism, Eurobank, CySEC, Eurolife,

Developments in the Middle East, particularly in the Persian Gulf, are adding fresh uncertainty to the global economy, with volatility making investors and businesses more hesitant to move ahead, economist Tassos Yiasemides said. Speaking to the Cyprus Agency News (CNA), Yiasemides said that, despite the ceasefire, uncertainty over how talks between the United States and […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 07:00

Maritime sector balances AI adoption with caution and safety focus

All newly available maritime artificial intelligence services and products will be presented at Posidonia, as the industry slowly incorporates their potential into everyday operations. Indeed, the maritime industry, traditionally measured in its adoption of new technologies, is steadily advancing its engagement with AI, though not without caution, according to findings from a recent Posidonia survey. […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 06:40

What’s on this weekend

Open Mic Before the weekend fun begins, an open mic night takes place in Larnaca this Friday. KENO Publications brings another edition of The Openest Mic with the theme this time, Empty Your Spring Bags! Performers and audiences will gather at StArt Café at 7.30pm to enjoy a line-up of performers sharing works inspired by […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 06:30

Middle East fallout and energy prices to dominate EUCO talks in Cyprus

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen outlined the key energy and geopolitical measures expected to dominate the informal European Council meeting in Cyprus next week, as leaders prepare to address the economic fallout from the Middle East crisis. The meeting, scheduled for April 23 and 24, 2026, will be hosted by president Nikos Christodoulides […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 06:00

Lordos United board to meet for 2025 financial results and dividend

The board of directors of Lordos United Public Limited will meet on April 28, 2026 at the company’s headquarters to review the final financial accounts and discuss a potential dividend distribution. The scheduled meeting will take place on the final Tuesday of the month to address the fiscal performance of the group for the previous […]

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Kıbrıs 16.04.2026 05:00

US treasury secretary expects slower economic growth amid Iran war

US Treasury ​Secretary Scott Bessent said on ‌Wednesday that the economy will be slower this quarter amid the ​Iran war, but it ​is in good shape and ⁠will rebound, adding that ​oil prices do not appear ​to be weighing on inflation expectations. In an interview on CNBC, Bessent ​said micro data points ​on the US […]

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