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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 11:16

Gov’t aims for swift completion of ‘Sandy’ probe, says minister

The government’s objective is for the police investigation into the “Sandy” case to be completed as soon as possible, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said on Thursday, while noting he could not provide a specific timeline. Speaking to reporters after the graduation ceremony of police cadets from intakes 159, 160 and 161 at the Police Academy, […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 11:14

‘Bill Viola. Unspoken’ exhibition opens in Limassol with strong turnout

The opening of “Bill Viola. Unspoken” at the PSI Foundation in Limassol drew a strong turnout on April 24, 2026, underlining public interest in one of Cyprus’ most significant visual arts events of the year. The exhibition, which opened on April 24, 2026 at 8pm, brought together figures from the arts, culture and business communities, […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 11:10

US seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surge

The U.S. is pushing for other countries to form an international coalition to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a State Department cable seen by Reuters, as oil prices surged to their highest in more than four years on fears of longer-term disruptions to global fuel supplies. Two months into […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 11:08

Cyprus tax department taps local firm for real estate intelligence platform

Ask Wire CEO Pavlos Loizou on Thursday announced that the Tax Department has partnered with the company to integrate its real estate intelligence platform into daily operations. The agreement marks a key moment in Cyprus’ digital transformation, with the government adopting technology designed to enhance market transparency and efficiency. “It is a milestone when the […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:44

Religious group candidacies to be submitted on May 6

The candidacies for representatives of the Maronite, Armenian and Latin religious groups at the House, to be elected during the May 24 parliamentary elections, will be submitted on May 6, the chief returning officer said on Thursday. The chief returning officer will be accepting the candidacies between 9am and 12.30pm at the interior ministry in […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:35

Injured Salah expected to return for Liverpool before end of season

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is expected to play for the Premier League side again this season, with the club saying on Wednesday that the muscle injury he suffered is not as serious as first thought. Salah came off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over Crystal Palace with a suspected hamstring injury that threatened to end his […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:31

Dana lambasts Christodoulides’ ‘provocative’ statements on Cyprus problem

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman’s undersecretary Mehmet Dana lambasted as “provocative” recent statements made by President Nikos Christodoulides on the Cyprus problem, as well as plans for French soldiers to be stationed on the island from later this year. “As we have repeatedly stated before, making international agreements with third parties while ignoring the Turkish […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:30

Saudi Arabia to stop funding LIV Golf at end of season

LIV Golf is exploring a range of strategic opportunities to reposition its business now that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is pulling funding from the breakaway circuit after the 2026 season, sources close to the matter told Reuters. The sources, who have knowledge of LIV Golf’s business operations, said the circuit that features major champions […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:30

KEDIPES returns €30m in state aid for 2026 Q1

On April 30, 2026, a cash payment of €30 million was made for the first quarter of 2026 as part of the repayment of the state aid received by the former Cyprus Cooperative Bank. In addition, KEDIPES, in its capacity as the implementing body of the Mortgage-to-Rent Scheme, has to date contributed €78 million in […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:28

Villa aim to bury semi-final pain in all-English Europa League clash v Forest

The Spaniard has endured semi-final heartbreak twice since taking charge in 2022 – losing to Greek side Olympiacos in the Europa Conference League in 2024 and falling to Crystal Palace in last season’s FA Cup semi-final at Wembley. Yet Emery believes those setbacks will now fuel Villa’s quest for glory rather than haunt them. “Different […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:15

Tototheo Global ranked Great Place To Work® for Cyprus, Greece third year in a row

Tototheo Global has been certified as a Great Place To Work® in Cyprus and Greece for the third consecutive year, a recognition that reflects the strength of its people and culture. As a leading provider of advanced satellite connectivity and technology solutions for the maritime, enterprise and government sectors, the company continues to strengthen its […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:11

President highlights CySEC as cornerstone of Cypriot financial system

President Nikos Christodoulides addressed an event marking the 30th anniversary of the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Wednesday evening, highlighting its role as a cornerstone of the country’s financial architecture. “The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission constitutes a cornerstone of our financial architecture,” the president said. He emphasised that European capital markets are […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 10:00

Let’s tackle food waste one plate at a time

Cyprus has the highest rate of food waste in the EU, producing 286kg of food waste per person according to a Eurostat survey (2023). Reducing and managing food waste is a critical challenge for Cyprus, which must comply with the European Directive to reduce food waste by 30% by 2030. Food Waste Reduction Event at […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 09:53

Faulty pipe leaves Limassol residents without water

Residents in some areas of Limassol were left without water on Thursday after a fault in a pipeline. The Limassol EOA said the affected households were in St Peter and Paul area, along nine streets. Limassol EOA crews are currently working to fix the damage and restore the water supply by noon.

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 09:44

Finance minister and ESMA chief discuss EU stability

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos met with European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) chair Verena Ross on Thursday, in order to discuss the upcoming Cypriot presidency of the Council of the EU. The pair exchanged views on priorities regarding the promotion of policies aimed at strengthening financial stability within the European Union, according to an announcement […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 08:07

Trump holds talks on prolonged Iran blockade, urges Tehran to reach a deal

Donald Trump discussed how to mitigate the impact of a possible months-long U.S. blockade of Iran’s ports with oil companies, a White House official said on Wednesday, as the U.S. renewed its calls for other nations to help open the Strait of Hormuz. Tuesday’s talks with oil executives followed a deadlock in efforts to resolve […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 08:02

Elderly man in intensive care after crashing into lorry

An 87-year-old man was seriously injured on Wednesday when his vehicle collided with a lorry in Kokkinotrimithia, Nicosia. The police said that at around 11am, while driving along Griva Digenis avenue in Kokkinotrimithia, the man lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a light lorry, driven by a 35-year-old. The 87-year-old was taken by […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 08:00

Cyprus-based game studio celebrates key milestone

Cyprus-based mobile game developer Top App Games announced that its flagship title LUDUS has surpassed 10 million downloads worldwide, marking a major milestone for the company and the island’s growing gaming sector. The company, which operates under Utmost Games, also unveiled Divisions, a major new in-game feature designed to enhance competitive play. The milestone comes […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 07:56

As traditional financial institutions enter the spot crypto trading arena, SHRMiner is defining a new gateway for digital assets in 2026

On April 16, 2026, Charles Schwab announced that it would roll out spot crypto trading to its retail clients in phases over the coming weeks, initially covering Bitcoin and Ethereum. Almost concurrently, Goldman Sachs filed its application for its first Bitcoin ETF product. An increasing number of signs indicate that crypto is transitioning from a […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 07:54

Six arrested in overnight police operations

Six individuals were arrested overnight in the framework of organised police patrols in urban areas. The police pulled over 309 vehicles and checked 368 drivers and passengers, filing 187 reports for various offences, including 78 for speeding. One driver was found driving under the influence of drugs and one vehicle was impounded. The police also […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 07:50

Constantinou Bros Hotels reports €8.4 million profit for 2025

Constantinou Bros Hotels Public Company Ltd announced a net profit of €8,428,883 for the financial year ending December 31, 2025, during a board of directors meeting held on April 29, 2026. Despite the increase in profitability compared to the previous year’s figure of €7,684,727, the board of directors does not propose the payment of a […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 07:48

Man charged with premeditated murder dies in hospital

A 54-year-old foreign national, in custody at the central prison for the premeditated murder of his 34-year-old partner, died in hospital late on Wednesday night. The justice ministry said the man had been in Nicosia general hospital over the past few days recovering from surgery. The central prison administration has expressed its condolences to the […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 07:40

Petrolina reports surge in 2025 profits to €8.3 million despite global turmoil

Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited has announced a consolidated profit after tax of €8,300,087 for the financial year ending December 31, 2025, a significant increase from the €2,725,272 recorded in the previous year. The board of directors has proposed a final dividend of 2.0 cents per share, representing a percentage of 5.88 per cent, which follows […]

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Kıbrıs 30.04.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: CySEC, CIBA, Eurobank, Alpha Bank, economy, natural gas

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has announced the integration of the Cyprus International Businesses Association (CIBA) into its structure, aiming to strengthen the collective representation of the business community at national level. The chamber stated that CIBA’s inclusion enhances the unified voice of businesses in Cyprus, reinforcing dialogue and cooperation with policymakers. […]

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