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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 16:36

Romania finds parts of second drone after overnight Russian attack on Ukraine

Romania recovered fragments of two drones after an overnight Russian attack on neighbouring Ukraine, its defence ministry said in statements on Saturday, while the foreign ministry said it had summoned the Russian ambassador in protest. Parts of drones were found in the southeastern city of Galati, where an electricity pole and a household annex were […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 16:00

As coal chokes Johannesburg, South African scientists launch pollution warning app

Scientists at the University ​of Witwatersrand have designed South Africa’s first app to warn residents of pollution levels, as ‌Johannesburg suffers a spike in coal emissions in recent weeks, causing breathing problems and other health issues. Africa’s wealthiest city lies not far from the country’s coal mines and the rotten-egg smell of sulphur has often […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 15:30

Motorcyclist dies in Akrotiri crash

A motorcyclist dies in a traffic accident in Akrotiri on Saturday, while his female passenger was injured when their bike crashed with a car, the British Bases said. The driver of the car was arrested and the road closed to traffic. British bases police said the crash occurred at around 1.30pm when a car collided […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 15:30

‘Our goal is to make sustainable choices simple’

In Limassol, there is a boutique hotel lobby that attracts attention with its very bright flowers. However, these flowers are not the kind you would typically find in a garden. They do not wilt, do not need any water, and are entirely free from allergens. They also look just like the real thing. Floral Image […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 14:21

Festival celebrates Journey of Silk: From China to Cyprus

On May 1, the village of Kalavasos will host a cultural event dedicated to the history, art, and tradition of silk. The Journey of Silk: From China to Cyprus festival aims to highlight the close cultural ties between Cyprus and China through the art of silk. Workshops, exhibitions, demonstrations, DJs, storytelling, village walks and Chinese […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 14:17

Farmer suffers heart attack after learning cattle must be culled

A 60-year-old cattle farmer from Yeri was admitted to intensive care on Saturday after suffering a heart attack shortly after his animal unit tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease. The incident occurred after veterinary services confirmed infection at his holding, which is understood to include around 300 animals that are now scheduled for culling under state […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 14:14

Major Russian attack on Ukraine kills seven, wounds dozens

A major Russian overnight attack on Ukraine killed seven people and injured dozens more as Moscow launched over 660 drones and missiles in a barrage that targeted the city of Dnipro in southeastern Ukraine, and hit several other regions. A large chunk of an apartment building in Dnipro collapsed after being hit during the attack. […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 14:05

Support for Cyprus ‘gamechanger’ for EU defence, say Mitsotakis, Macron

Support provided to Cyprus during recent regional tensions was described as a “gamechanger” by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Saturday, who said European allies acted collectively to assist a member state facing security threats. Speaking alongside French President Emmanuel Macron during a visit to the frigate Kimon in Piraeus, Mitsotakis said that “we supported […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 13:30

NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars

Performing a type of experiment never before tried beyond Earth, NASA’s Curiosity rover has identified more organic compounds on Mars as scientists strive to learn whether the Red Planet ever harbored ​life. Five of the seven diverse organic compounds confirmed by the six-wheeled rover in rock that formed in a dried lakebed near the planet’s […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 13:00

Food that carries sense of occasion

Chicken Kyiv is one of those dishes that carries a sense of occasion with it, even before it reaches the table. Its name points to Ukraine’s capital, yet its story is not entirely straightforward. Like many European classics, it was shaped by more than one place. French-trained chefs were working in aristocratic kitchens across the […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 12:50

€140,000 spent on limousines to hosts EU leaders

The government spent around €140,000 to rent 12 armoured limousines for the transport of EU leaders during this week’s informal summit, with costs expected to be reimbursed through the EU budget. According to Politis, the vehicles, all BMW 7 Series models, were brought from Germany for a 10-day period. The total cost equates to approximately […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 12:34

Murder investigation launched after pensioner dies

An 85-year-old man who had been hospitalised since a violent robbery in December died on Saturday, with police confirming the case is now being treated as murder. Charalambos Kounnapis had been receiving treatment at Nicosia general hospital following the attack at his home in Nicosia on December 20, 2025. According to police, the assailant broke […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 12:23

Over 500 deported so far this year

Deportations have reached 535 since the start of the year, the justice ministry said on Saturday, alongside 2,052 voluntary departures. According to official figures, 578 arrests and 529 irregular arrivals were also recorded between January and late April, with the ministry saying the data “clearly shows that the joint effort of the competent authorities is […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 12:18

Police identify minors in assault video

Police said on Saturday they have identified two individuals in connection with a video showing the beating of a minor. The individuals in question are believed to be “the perpetrator and the victim of the beating”, both understood to be minors. The case is being handled by CID, where statements are being taken. Police said […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 11:53

Dust and scattered storms expected across Cyprus

Weather conditions across Cyprus will remain slightly unsettled into the weekend, with dust in the air, increasing cloud and a chance of isolated showers from Saturday afternoon. In its announcement, the met office said light dust will persist until Sunday, while cloud developing later in the day may bring “isolated rains, without excluding the occurrence […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 11:49

Christodoulides: ‘Cyprus can punch above its weight’

Cyprus has demonstrated its ability to influence developments beyond its size, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Saturday, following the informal European Council meeting held on the island on Friday. In a post on X, Christodoulides said the country had “once again” shown it can “mobilise, contribute and play a substantial role in shaping developments beyond […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 11:42

Hands off my hat!

By Bernard Capp Around 8pm on a cold February evening in 1733, a gentleman named Francis Peters was returning to his home near Knightsbridge, London, in a hackney cab, when someone knocked on the wooden shutters of the door. An armed horseman thrust a pistol inside, demanded Peters’ money and valuables and snatched a ring […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 11:30

Cyprus: navigating the governance paradox

The global governance landscape in 2026 is increasingly defined by a “rule of law recession,” forcing a severe institutional reckoning within the Republic of Cyprus as well. While Cyprus maintains the outward technocracy of a high-income EU member—a facade of stability currently underscored by its Presidency of the Council of the EU—the reality is a […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 10:50

EU leaders’ meeting ‘start of informal dialogue’

President Nikos Christodoulides has expressed the hope that the informal meeting of EU and regional leaders that took place in Cyprus on Thursday and Friday will be the beginning of a more consistent, more results-oriented dialogue between the EU and its partners. In a post on X, he said this dialogue has a clear and […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 10:43

Palestinian local elections give some Gazans a chance to vote for the first time in years

By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Ali Sawafta Palestinians were voting in local elections on Saturday that include Gaza for the first time in two decades and will gauge the political mood at a time when Israel’s government is seeking to destroy any future for a Palestinian state. The West Bank-based Palestinian Authority hopes the symbolic inclusion […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 10:40

US negotiators to go to Islamabad, but Iran says no direct talks

By Saad Sayeed, Ariba Shahid and Steve Holland US negotiators are scheduled to leave for Pakistan on Saturday, but Iran said its officials did not plan to meet the Americans to discuss ending the war that has killed thousands and roiled global markets. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner are […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 10:35

Seven arrested in overnight police operations

Seven people were arrested for various offences over Friday night, including carrying knives, assault and causing concern, as part of the police’s targeted preventive operations, which were carried out on a nationwide scale. During its operations, police also stopped 356 vehicles and carried out checks on 469 drivers and passengers, in addition to 51 checks […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 10:30

Limassol man in critical condition after traffic accident

A 21-year-old man is in critical condition, after being injured in a traffic accident on Friday night in Limassol. Police said that around 9pm, while a 23-year-old man was riding a motorcycle on Georgiou A Street in Limassol with a 21-year-old passenger, under circumstances that are being investigated, the motorcycle collided with the back of […]

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Kıbrıs 25.04.2026 10:00

New jokes, new comedians at upcoming Laughter Festival

Local comedians are gearing up for the latest Laughter Festival on May 15-17. Relocating to the Latsia Municipal Theatre, it is set to offer three days of laughter to audiences of all ages. Events kick off on the third Friday of the month with a Stand-Up Comedy Special. Comedians Kostas Pringipas, Alexis Poullitas and Eirini […]

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