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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 11:20

Family finds father in morgue nearly two months after death

A man’s body was located in the unclaimed section of the morgue at Larnaca general hospital nearly two months after his death, it was reported on Friday. Speaking to Sigma TV, the deceased’s son, Klaudios Antoniou said his family had been searching for his father since March after he was admitted to hospital on March […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 11:14

UN to place Israel on sexual violence in conflict blacklist, Israeli envoy says

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations said his country had been added to a U.N. blacklist of sexual violence in conflict zones, alongside Hamas. “This is a political decision! Disconnected from the facts and reality!” Danny Danon said in a post on X, referring to a report due to be published soon. Danon was informed […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 11:11

Temu reviews options after EU imposes €200m fine

Temu has rejected a €200 million fine imposed by the European Commission under the Digital Services Act (DSA), describing the penalty as disproportionate and saying the decision does not reflect the current state of its systems and procedures. The Commission announced yesterday that it had fined the e-commerce platform under the DSA over dangerous products, […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 10:41

Syrian nationals face deportation after assault on Israelis

Two Syrian nationals are facing the revocation of their asylum status and deportation proceedings following an assault on three Israeli tourists in central Nicosia, the deputy migration ministry said on Friday. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail, the deputy ministry clarified that “the two individuals involved in the incident are Syrian nationals” following media reports that […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 10:40

Housing row heats up as Ioannou challenges Fidias’ €1.5bn plan

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou has defended the government’s business-friendly approach to housing and development, saying the private sector is better placed than the state to deliver projects quickly and efficiently. Speaking during a discussion with young business people in the land development and construction sectors, held as part of the Gen Z & Millennial Project, […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 10:00

Decision on bodyguards after House president election

Police will postpone decisions on security arrangements for political leaders and state officials until after the election of the new House president next Thursday, when the security committee will assess existing protection details. The committee is responsible for evaluating security provisions for public figures. Among the issues under consideration is whether outgoing House president Annita […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 10:00

Flavours of Nicosia

What flavours define Nicosia? That is what an upcoming event seeks to discover and share with participants. This is the theme of the next Nicosia Walk by the Home for Cooperation and the Association for Historical Dialogue & Research, which invites the public to a different kind of city tour. The event takes place on […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 10:00

AUB Mediterraneo business school first in Cyprus to earn EQUIS accreditation

The American University of Beirut – Mediterraneo (AUB Mediterraneo) announces that its Faculty of Business has earned EQUIS (EFMD Quality Improvement System) accreditation from EFMD, becoming the first business school in Cyprus to receive this internationally recognised accreditation for business and management education. The achievement comes as part of the American University of Beirut’s (AUB’s) […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 10:00

Limassol hotel sector opts for continuity with Tsanos re-election

Christos Tsanos has been re-elected president of the Limassol district branch of the Cyprus Hoteliers Association (Pasyxe), as the city’s hotel industry looks to maintain stability in a period shaped by competition, rising expectations and wider international uncertainty. The elections for the new board of directors were held in Limassol this week, with Tsanos securing […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 09:58

Elias Neocleous & Co LLC champions innovation at Doers Summit 2026

At Elias Neocleous & Co LLC, supporting Cyprus’ innovation ecosystem is more than a commitment; it’s part of who we are. That’s why we were honoured to serve as a Gold Partner at the Doers Summit 2026, taking an active role in one of the region’s most impactful gatherings for founders, investors, entrepreneurs and technology […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 09:35

Ten arrested in overnight police operations

Police arrested ten people during overnight operations nationwide, with offences including illegal residence, burglary and theft, it announced on Friday. Officers carried out a series of targeted checks of vehicles, individuals and premises as part of ongoing efforts to combat crime and enforce traffic regulations. Among those stopped during traffic inspections, one driver was found […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 09:30

Allwyn to upgrade Red Cross’ ‘Stella Soulioti’ Children’s Therapy Centre

Allwyn announces the launch of a major new social initiative in Cyprus – the complete renovation and upgrade of the “Stella Soulioti” Children’s Therapy Centre of the Cyprus Red Cross. The project lies at the heart of Allwyn Care, the company’s new long-term programme dedicated to the sensitive field of healthcare, which constitutes a key […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 09:11

University of Cyprus launches first English-language undergraduate degree

The University of Cyprus has opened applications for its first English-language undergraduate degree following approval by cabinet, with the programme set to begin in September. The development follows legislative changes allowing public universities to offer undergraduate courses in languages other than Greek and Turkish and enables the university to participate fully in a programme already […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 09:00

ERB ASFALISTIKI event focuses on workplace musculoskeletal disorders

As part of the long-standing cooperation between general insurance company ERB ASFALISTIKI, the Department of Labour Inspection of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance and the Cyprus Safety and Health Association, the year’s fourth awareness-raising event was held, titled: “Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Workplace”. ERB ASFALISTIKI, the first general insurance company in […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 09:00

Will you come to Cyprus this summer?

Remember when Ayia Napa shut down? It was a ghost town; a shadow of the usual: clubs and pubs were boarded, beaches empty – no locals, let alone tourists. After the boom of 2019 (almost 4 million visitors), 2020 was a washout. Arrivals collapsed by 85 per cent; tourism revenue plummeted. Hotels and workers were […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 08:49

Farmers to march on presidential palace over foot-and-mouth response

Livestock farmers are prepared to march on the presidential palace on Friday as frustration grows over the government’s handling of the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. The farmers demand an immediate halt to animal culls, faster compensation payments and direct intervention from President Nikos Christodoulides. The protest was confirmed came after Christodoulides announced yesterday that he would […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 08:45

Posidonia 2026 draws record global turnout as Cyprus strengthens shipping presence

Posidonia 2026 is set to highlight the global reach of Greek shipping, with this year’s exhibition expected to attract more than 2,200 exhibitors from 80 countries, even as geopolitical tensions continue to weigh on international trade and maritime activity. The event, which will take place from June 1 to 5 at the Metropolitan Expo in […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 08:27

Rain and thunderstorms forecast across Cyprus

Unsettled weather conditions are expected across Cyprus on Friday, with isolated showers and thunderstorms possible across much of the island. Cloud cover increased during the morning, particularly around Paphos, where isolated rainfall is expected throughout the day. According to the met office, showers and thunderstorms are expected during the afternoon, with hail also possible in […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 08:24

Blue Origin’s new Glenn Rocket explodes during launchpad test

An uncrewed Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on the launchpad during a test on Thursday, in a major setback for Jeff Bezos’ space venture as it seeks to narrow the gap with Elon Musk’s IPO-bound SpaceX. Video posted by NASASpaceflight, a YouTube channel that livestreams launches from Florida, showed the New Glenn igniting on […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 08:05

War spillover fears grow after Russian drone hits Romanian residential building injuring two

A drone crashed onto the roof of a 10-storey block of flats in the southeastern city of Galati during a Russian overnight attack on neighbouring Ukraine on Friday, causing an explosion and a fire that injured two people, Romanian authorities said. Romania, a member of both NATO and the European Union, shares a 650-km (400-mile) […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 08:00

Arsenal one win from history as PSG stand in their way

Arsenal’s long road back to Europe’s top table reaches its defining night on Saturday as they face Paris St Germain in the Champions League final, chasing a first crown that would seal the renaissance engineered by Mikel Arteta. The London club held off Manchester City to claim a first Premier League crown for 22 years […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 07:57

Sinner’s shock French Open exit blows Roland Garros Men’s draw wide open

Jannik Sinner’s stunning Roland Garros exit shattered what had shaped up as one of the most predictable French Opens since Rafa Nadal’s era, throwing the men’s draw wide open on Thursday to leave it as finely balanced as the women’s field. Sinner’s 3-6 2-6 7-5 6-1 6-1 second-round defeat by Juan Manuel Cerundolo was not […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 07:40

Authority and accountability no longer align in modern shipping, executive says

A profound breakdown between authority and accountability is actively reshaping the modern maritime industry, leaving ship masters to carry the professional consequences of decisions micro-managed by shore-side teams. The widening systemic gap was highlighted in a comprehensive industry analysis by Sunil Kapoor, a partner and chief operating officer at Oesterreichischer Lloyd Shipping Group. Writing for […]

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Kıbrıs 29.05.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: fuels, housing, shipping, Posidonia, startup, PwC

The numbers do not lie, although they do not quite add up either. Not until you look closer. For the Cyprus property market, 2025 was a record-breaking year. Total transaction value reached €6.5 billion, up 8 per cent, across 25,600 transactions, while building permits rose 9 per cent in number and 28 per cent in value. At first glance, the picture seems clear. Cyprus […]

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