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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 10:22

West Ham on brink of relegation after Newcastle flop

West Ham United coach Nuno Espirito Santo admitted that his side’s chances of staying in the Premier League were fading fast after Sunday’s 3-1 defeat by Newcastle United left them two points adrift of the safety zone with one game left to play. If 17th-placed Tottenham Hotspur beat Chelsea on Tuesday, they will condemn their […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 10:18

Forest fire aircraft exercise in Troodos scheduled for Tuesday

A coordinated forest fire response exercise will take place over the Troodos village of Kapedes tomorrow between 11.00am and 12.00pm, with aircraft and ground units taking part in a planned operational drill. The forestry department said the exercise, named ‘Ifestos’ after the ancient Greek god of fire, will be conducted in as part of national […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 10:11

Power outage in parts of Nicosia after fault in distribution network

Parts of Nicosia were left without electricity on Monday morning after a fault affected sections of the distribution network, with restoration work underway and supply expected to resume within hours. The electrical authority said the interruption began at around 8.00pm and affected areas including Kokkinotrimithia and Aglandjia. Residents reported sudden loss of power across households […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 10:05

Air conditioning delay in schools as electricians warn of grid strain

Plans to install air conditioning in public schools are facing delays, with electrical contractors warning that technical constraints and grid limitations could prevent systems from operating during the summer, even as authorities insist the programme is progressing across districts. Speaking on Alpha TV on Monday, the electricians’ union present, George Kyriakou, raised concerns over both […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 10:00

Accordion Festival moves into town

Relocating to town for the first time this year, the Accordion Festival returns renewed this summer. Held between June 5 and 7, the festival’s concerts, workshops, exhibitions and actions will extend throughout the old neighbourhood of Aglandjia in Nicosia. Apart from live music concerts on all three evenings, the festival also includes seminars where experts […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:57

Synod seeks to clamp down on election process following Tychikos scandal

The synod has begun examining proposed changes to the Church charter as part of a three-day session that will determine procedural reforms linked to the forthcoming election for next bishop of Paphos, with discussions also expected over the handling of suspended former bishop Tychikos. Meeting in Nicosia on Monday, members are reviewing amendments circulated in […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:51

AZA Law had to prove damage no one could see. The jury valued it at $41.8 million

Subsurface contamination doesn’t leave a mark anyone can photograph. It accumulates underground over years, detectable only through wellbore samples, pressure readings, and reservoir simulations. When SilverBow Resources and El Dorado Gas & Oil went to trial against ETC Field Services in McMullen County in February 2023, AZA Law and co-counsel from Hogan Thompson put more […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:39

Patras road in Yermasoyia closed for pipeline works until Wednesday

A section of Patras Street in Yermasoyia remains fully closed as connection works continue for a new water reservoir pipeline, with reopening expected by Wednesday at 5.00pm. Limassol municipality said the closure began last Friday, with works focused on linking the new Yermasoyia water reservoir pipeline to an existing water supply network running beneath the […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:35

Turkish Cypriot businessman named in illegal betting investigation

Turkish media reports have identified British Turkish Cypriot businessman Burak Basel as the alleged central figure behind what authorities describe as a global illegal betting and online gambling network with estimated monthly revenues of up to $3 billion. Turkish newspaper Sabah reported on Monday that an investigation by the Istanbul prosecutor’s office uncovered what it […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:26

Paphos reservoirs above 50 per cent capacity after rainfall

Reservoir levels across Paphos have risen above 50 per cent following four months of sustained rainfall, with the Mavrokolymbos dam reaching 89.8 per cent capacity after standing empty last year due to structural damage. According to figures released by the water development department (WDD) on Monday, updated figures showed major improvements in water reserves across […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:20

Michaelides admits potential ‘injustice’ over Papadakis dismissal

Alma leader Odysseas Michaelides said on Monday that his party may have treated former MEP Demetris Papadakis unfairly when it removed him from its parliamentary election ballot, while insisting the movement acted under pressure from serious allegations linked to the ‘Sandy’ case. In an interview with Sigma, Michaelides said “it is not excluded that we […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:08

Second arrest made over Nicosia robbery investigation

Police arrested a second suspect on Monday in connection with a robbery investigation linked to an incident in Nicosia earlier this month. The 21-year-old was taken into custody to assist with enquiries relating to a robbery committed on May 9, police said. Authorities confirmed that a 32-year-old man had already been arrested in connection with […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:04

Ten arrested in overnight police crackdown

Ten people were arrested during targeted police operations carried out across on Sunday night, with offences including drug possession, robbery, stabbing and traffic violations. Police said the arrests formed part of “preventive policing operations” aimed at crime prevention and public safety. According to a police statement issued on Monday, officers stopped 580 vehicles for inspection […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:02

Digital banks are reshaping monetary policy transmission, says ECB analyst

Digital banks are reshaping the transmission of monetary policy across the euro area, according to European Central Bank (ECB) monetary policy adviser Katarzyna Budnik. In a recently-published piece of analysis, Budnik found that compared with traditional branch-based institutions, digital banks adjust deposit rates more quickly, while showing a slower response in lending rates. As banking […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:58

Gender equality tied to maritime excellence as shipping sector modernises

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) is using this year’s International Day for Women in Maritime to press a sharper message, gender equality in shipping can no longer remain a policy ambition, but must become part of how the industry operates every day. Marked on May 18, the day is being held under the theme ‘From […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:57

Police deny any arrest warrant has been issued for Drousiotis

Police have categorically denied that the matter of issuing an arrest warrant against journalist Makarios Drousiotis was never raised in connection with an ongoing case linked to complaints he has made publicly. In a statement issued on Monday following media reports and allegations circulated online, police said that “such a warrant was never issued and […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:46

Two arrested in Paphos over alleged murder plot and death threats

Police arrested a 30-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman in Paphos on Monday as part of an investigation into alleged conspiracy offences and written threats direct towards the individual with who they intended to kill. Investigators secured arrest warrants against both suspects following the complaint. The 30-year-old man was arrested during the early hours of […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:41

Police arrest 29 illegal immigrants in nationwide operation

Police arrested 29 third country nationals residing illegally in Cyprus during a nationwide operation carried out on Sunday night by members of the immigration services. In a statement issued on Monday, police said the arrests formed part of ongoing efforts to identify and remove individuals living unlawfully in the republic. Authorities said that since the […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:35

Dust clears as rain and storms forecast for midweek

High cloud, strong winds and a risk of rain and isolated storms are expected across Cyprus over the coming days, with temperatures set to fall below seasonal averages by Wednesday. The met office said on Monday that light dust affecting the atmosphere earlier in the day would gradually clear, while increased high cloud would continue […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:32

Regulatory safeguards essential for Cyprus electricity market, expert warns

The launch of Cyprus’ competitive electricity market represents an important modernisation step, but stronger regulatory safeguards are essential to prevent market distortions and protect consumers, according to energy expert Andreas Poullikkas. Poullikkas, professor of energy systems at Frederick University and former chairman of the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (CERA), said the transition towards competition in […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:11

UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on

A drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, officials there said on Sunday, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Iran must act “fast” after efforts to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran appeared to have stalled. Emirati officials said […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:04

Cuba accuses US of fabrication after Axios report alleging drone threat

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez accused the U.S. on Sunday of fabricating a “fraudulent case” to justify economic sanctions and potential military intervention. The minister’s comments followed a report by Axios on Sunday, citing classified intelligence, which said Cuba had acquired more than 300 military drones. “Cuba neither threatens nor desires war,” Rodriguez said in […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:00

From Bali to Brussels: remote work is reshaping Europe’s regions

As digital nomads rethink where to live, researchers are exploring whether their choices can help close Europe’s urban–rural divide. New research suggests the shift to remote working could support rural regions, but only where infrastructure and policy align. By Anthony King Mandy Fransz was working a nine‑to‑five office job in Dublin for a big American […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 07:30

Gaming displays lead monitor sector revival with 50 per cent growth surge

Global desktop monitor shipments reached a total of 133.4 million units in 2025, according to a report from market intelligence firm Omdia, marking a recovery from previous post-pandemic disruptions. This expansion represents a 4.3 per cent year-on-year growth and reflects the evolution of monitors into high-value tools for environments dominated by laptops. Gaming monitors have […]

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