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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:43

Illegal renewable energy installations to be cut off and reported

The electricity Distribution System Operator (DSO) will launch a campaign on June 1 to clamp down on illegal renewable energy installations, disconnecting irregular systems and reporting violators to the police, the Electricity Authority (EAC) announced on Tuesday. The campaign will also include installations with a non-approved increase in the capacity of renewable energy generated. Such […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:40

Limassol to host European Maritime Day 2026 for high-level blue economy talks

European Maritime Day (EMD) 2026 will take place in Limassol on May 21 and 22, bringing Europe’s maritime community to Cyprus for two days of discussions on maritime affairs, the sustainable blue economy and the marine environment.  The event, which will be held in person, will take place at the Carob Mill in Limassol’s old town, while plenary sessions will also […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:30

The history of soft drinks in Cyprus

Once upon a time, a carbonated beverage in Cyprus was more than just a refreshment. It was a part of the daily routine in village coffee shops, markets, schoolyards, movie theatres and sports stadiums, even in the hands of children prying open bottles to get the marbles from inside. Before foreign brands took over the […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:19

Game Fund monitors diverse turtle dove migrations

The population of turtle doves in Cyprus is diminishing, which has prompted the Game Fund to monitor their migratory habits, finding that some flew to northern Europe, one showed up in southwest Turkey and another was in Paphos before sending a signal from Sudan. “The turtle dove – Streptopelia turtur – is one of the […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:12

Paphos represents Cyprus in EU project for smart destinations

Paphos is stepping up efforts to strengthen its position as a smart and sustainable tourism destination through its participation in the European project SMART TOUR – Smart Tourism, Smart Destinations.  The Paphos district tourism development and promotion company, also known as Etap Paphos, is taking part in the project’s third Steering Group Meeting and thematic workshop, which is being held on May […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:08

Maintenance works begin on 14th century Kyrenia church

Maintenance works are underway at the Church of Panayia Melendrina in the north, with tenders announced for further restoration efforts aimed at preserving the 14th century structure. Co-chairman of the Technical Committee for Cultural Heritage (TCCH) Sotos Ktoris said on Tuesday that the project concerned the church in the village of Ayios Amvrosios, which lies […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:06

Demetra continues share buyback programme ahead of June AGM

Demetra Holdings PLC on Tuesday announced it completed the purchase of 6,540 of its own shares through the Cyprus Investment and Securities Corporation Limited (CISCO) on May 18, just weeks ahead of its upcoming annual general meeting. The transaction was executed at a price of €1.54 per share and in accordance with the relevant regulations […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 15:04

Akamas municipality defends roadworks amid environmental concerns

Akamas municipality on Tuesday defended the continuation of improvement works on the Baths of Aphrodite-Fontana Amorosa Road, rejecting calls for the project’s cancellation. The municipality said the road has been linked to three fatal accidents and dozens of injuries, adding that its condition is obvious to anyone visiting the area. It stressed that “the safety […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 14:53

Greek F-16s to remain in Cyprus

Greece will continue to station F-16 fighter jets in Cyprus, reports in Greece said on Tuesday, with Greek fighter jets having remained on the island since being deployed in March after the British Akrotiri air force base was hit by an Iranian-made drone. Greek public broadcaster ERT reported that at Monday’s meeting of the country’s […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 14:41

Agreement signed to modernise Social Welfare Services

The deputy ministry of social welfare has signed an agreement with KPMG to modernise the organisation and operations of the social welfare services. It said KPMG was selected through an open tender process, with the project aimed at achieving comprehensive and sustainable reform of the welfare services system. This project will evaluate current strategies, programmes […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 14:36

Man remanded for possession of cocaine

A 35-year-old man, arrested on Monday for possession of drugs, was remanded in custody for three days on Tuesday. The Limassol district court heard that on Monday the police had found a quantity of cocaine in the man’s vehicle and home. A total of 38g of cocaine and a small amount of cash were found […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 14:33

Firefighters bring Yeri buffer zone blaze under control

Fire stations in Nicosia responded on Tuesday to a fire in the buffer zone in the Yeri area, the fire service said. Three fire engines attended the scene, with assistance from the United Nations, and brought the blaze under control. The fire broke out in agricultural machinery inside the buffer zone and spread to dry […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 14:33

‘Snapshots don’t show full picture’ — minister defends Cyprus tourism resilience

Koumis signals cautious optimism for tourism recovery Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis on Tuesday said that Cyprus’ tourism sector is showing signs of gradual recovery, urging caution in interpreting recent declines in visitor arrivals. Speaking at the presidential palace following a cabinet meeting, Koumis stressed that tourism figures should be assessed calmly and without […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 14:22

Farmers submit proposals to restart operations

Livestock farmers on Tuesday set out a proposal to restart production following the foot and mouth disease outbreak after reaching an understanding with Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou during talks held earlier this week. Speaking to Alpha TV, the president of the ‘voice of livestock breeders’ Neophytos Neophytou said there was agreement on elements of the […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 14:05

Israeli far-right minister Smotrich says ICC prosecutor seeks his arrest

Bezalel Smotrich, Israel’s far-right finance minister, said on Tuesday he was informed that the prosecutor at the International Criminal Court in the Hague has requested a “secret” arrest warrant against him. Smotrich, speaking at a press conference, did not specify who had informed him of the warrant on Monday evening, and the process of seeking […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 13:55

Russia conducts major nuclear drills

Russia on Tuesday begins three days of nuclear drills that will include the launch of ballistic and cruise missiles, the defence ministry said. The exercises, involving 64,000 people and 7,800 pieces of military equipment, will rehearse “the preparation and use of nuclear forces in the event of aggression”. Russian rocket forces, the Northern and Pacific […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 13:50

Police-chief among those recommended for criminal prosecution in Stylianou case

Police-chief Themistos Arnaoutis is among 15 officers that independent criminal investigators recommended for criminal prosecution on Tuesday in relation to alleged failures in the handling of domestic violence complaints before the 2019 suicide of 14-year-old Stylianos Constantinou. Independent investigators Andreas Andreou and Modestos Pogiadjis confirmed they had concluded there were grounds for criminal liability for […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 13:50

WHO chief concerned at speed and scale of Ebola outbreak

The head of the World Health Organization expressed deep concern on Tuesday at the speed and scale of the Ebola outbreak, as the number of cases rises. There have been at least 500 suspected cases and 130 suspected deaths from Ebola since the new outbreak began, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said. Later figures put […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 13:42

Southampton’s Championship playoff fate hangs in balance as ‘Spygate’ hearing begins

Southampton will discover on Tuesday whether their Premier League promotion hopes could be dashed by a disciplinary hearing into allegations they spied on Championship playoff semi-final opponents Middlesbrough during a training session. Dubbed ‘Spygate’, the case will be examined by an independent commission that will look into claims that an alleged Southampton analyst was caught […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 13:07

Arsos chief defends Trozena redevelopment

The president of the Arsos community, Giannis Giannakis, on Tuesday pushed back against “misinformation” concerning the controversial redevelopment of the abandoned village of Trozena, describing the project as “a long-overdue response to decades of state neglect”, rather than the threat portrayed in recent public debate. Speaking at a press conference in the village square attended […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 13:00

Elam alleges Christofias ‘did not fight’ during ’74 in debate with Akel

A televised debate between Elam leader Christos Christou and Akel secretary-general Stefanos Stefanou turned heated on Monday night during a discussion on security and developments in the Middle East. Televised on Sigma, the debate centred on historical references linked to the Turkish invasion of 1974. Stefanou accused Elam of attempting to present itself as “the […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 12:56

What to keep in mind when furnishing a home by the sea with designer pieces

This is one reason why the Mediterranean approach to interior design has become such a reliable reference point for coastal homes far beyond the region itself. B&B Italia has built entire outdoor furniture collections around this way of thinking: pieces that strike a balance between weight and lightness; that use materials such as woven fibers, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 12:37

Cyprus startup sector valued at $4.2 billion, rises in global rankings

Limassol breaks into global top 200 startup cities The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) on Tuesday highlighted Cyprus’ strong performance in the StartupBlink Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2026, with the country climbing to 34th place worldwide. The latest ranking marks a six-place improvement compared with 2025, reinforcing Cyprus’ position as one of the fastest-rising startup […]

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Kıbrıs 19.05.2026 12:22

Eurobank raises €700m in bond issue with strong demand

Greek lender Eurobank S.A. on Tuesday announced the successful pricing of a €700 million senior preferred bond issue, marking a strong return to debt markets supported by robust investor demand. The bank confirmed that it completed the issuance of fixed rate senior preferred notes due May 25, 2032, with settlement scheduled for May 25, 2026. […]

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