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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 10:40

Sinner surges into Rome semis with record 32nd straight Masters win

Jannik Sinner continued his ominous form ahead of the French Open as the Italian set a record with his 32nd consecutive Masters 1000 victory, brushing aside Russia’s Andrey Rublev 6-2 6-4 to reach the Italian Open semi-finals on Thursday. The world number one moved clear of Novak Djokovic’s record and set his sights on further […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 10:39

Eaton Vance trims Bank of Cyprus stake below key threshold

Bank of Cyprus Holdings PLC on Friday disclosed that Eaton Vance Management had reduced its shareholding in the lender below the 3 per cent regulatory threshold, according to a formal notification filed with authorities. The threshold crossing occurred on May 12, 2026, as confirmed in a standard TR-1 notification of major holdings submitted to both […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 10:28

Cyprus: connection lost

In Cyprus, nobody is ever out of reach. Voice notes arrive in the queue at the bakery. Teenagers at café tables talk through TikTok. At traffic lights, we’re all checking WhatsApp. Couples video-call each other across supermarket aisles: “Is this your shampoo?” “Does your mother like tahini?”. And right now, somewhere in Latsia, a parent […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 10:00

Price not a barrier at ongoing exhibition

Is art only affordable for high society collectors? Arriving to counteract this notion is the group exhibition Contemporary Art Under Pressure at Isnotgallery, an exhibition that has become an established annual event and whose title is a response to the socio-political conditions that increasingly shape everyday life on a global scale. Presenting a selection of […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 10:00

Beyond global reach: why the best employers build where they operate

In 2026, the definition of an “international employer” is undergoing a quiet but significant shift. Scale alone is no longer enough. A global footprint, multiple offices or a diverse workforce, once considered differentiators, have now become baseline expectations. What increasingly separates leading employers from the rest is something less visible, but far more consequential: their […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 09:50

The most glamorous Kataklysmos weekend comes to life at Cap St Georges HOTEL & Resort

This year’s Kataklysmos long weekend takes on a truly special character at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort, where luxury meets the joy of a family seaside escape. Set against a breathtaking coastal backdrop, the award-winning resort offers families and guests of all ages the opportunity to experience an unforgettable Pentecost – Whit Monday (Kataklysmos […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 09:47

Cyprus awards Farantouri outstanding contribution medal

Greek singer Maria Farantouri was awarded the medal for outstanding contribution of the Republic of Cyprus, during a ceremony on Thursday evening. The medal was awarded by Education Minister Athena Michaelides on behalf of President Nikos Christodoulides, in the framework of a Cyprus Symphonic Orchestra concert dedicated to composer Mikis Theodorakis, at Pallas theatre in […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 09:33

Driver who hit roadwork crew member ‘distracted’

The 37-year-old driver who ran over and seriously injured a 24-year-old man working on the Paphos-Limassol highway on Thursday morning told police he had been distracted. The police said the driver claimed that at the time of the accident he was leaning over to retrieve a bottle of water that had fallen inside the car. […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 09:15

Israelis mark capture of East Jerusalem with Old City parade chanting ‘death to Arabs’

Thousands of Israeli nationalists marched on Thursday through the Muslim quarter of Jerusalem’s walled Old City under heavy security, in an annual event marking Israel’s capture of the city’s east in a war nearly six decades ago. Palestinian residents, many of whom barricaded themselves inside their homes in the Old City, view the Jerusalem Day […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 09:11

Hajioannou family returns to Buckingham Palace for King Charles charity event

The Hajioannou family were among the guests at Buckingham Palace on May 14, attending King Charles’ garden party marking the 50th anniversary of The King’s Trust, in a rare family appearance that brought Sir Stelios, Klelia and Polys Hajiioannou back to the palace four decades after their first visit.  The event celebrated five decades of The King’s Trust, the youth charity founded by King Charles in 1976, […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 09:07

Trump touts business wins as China airs Iran, Taiwan concerns

President Donald Trump entered his final talks with Xi Jinping on Friday touting economic wins that gave markets little to cheer, while Beijing warned Washington about mishandling Taiwan and said its war with Iran should never have started. Trump is making the first visit by a U.S. president to China, America’s main strategic and economic […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 08:57

Alma candidate slams Charalambides for remarks against journalist

Alma candidate for the May 24 parliamentary elections Maria Theristi has slammed Irene Charalambides and Nikoletta Tsikkini for remarks they made towards journalists. In a post, Theristi said that, according to European Court of Human Rights case law, politicians are obliged to tolerate even the most scathing criticism. “Attacks against journalists are not part of […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 08:49

Maritime security must be a non-negotiable global duty says shipowners president

Greek shipping remains a stabilising force at a time of geopolitical upheaval, Union of Greek Shipowners president Melina Travlos said, warning that attacks on merchant vessels and seafarers have become part of a new and dangerous reality for global trade.  In a statement ahead of Posidonia, Travlos said shipping continues to “move the world”, keeping “economies functioning, societies supplied and people connected” despite a […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 08:22

Piracy returns as Hormuz and Red Sea crises stretch global shipping

Global shipping is facing a fresh security threat off Somalia, as piracy re-emerges at a time when vessels are already being diverted away from the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed to commercial traffic, according to Deutsche Welle.  The resurgence comes after two difficult months for the industry, with renewed fears over attacks on vessels in […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 08:12

Cyprus airports not eligible for state aid under revised EU rules

The European Commission this week launched a formal public consultation regarding a draft revision of the Guidelines on State aid to the air transport sector to reflect post-pandemic market realities. The proposed framework will replace the 2014 standards, seeking to modernise how governments support airports and airlines while adhering to the European Green Deal and […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 08:11

Cyprus in Eurovision Song Contest final

Cyprus has qualified for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna. Antigoni Buxton qualified on Thursday night with Jalla. The final will be held on Saturday. The other countries to qualify during the second semi-final are Albania, Australia, Bulgaria, Czechia, Denmark, Malta, Norway, Romania and Ukraine. During the first semi-final on Tuesday, Belgium, Croatia, […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 07:58

New stabbing at central prison not reported, lawyer demands full investigation

A new stabbing in the central prisons has come to light, although the incident has not been officially announced, according to press reports on Friday. A man claimed he had been attacked by fellow inmates on Tuesday and, despite his wish to file a complaint, the police was not informed and he was not taken […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 07:53

Trump says he is losing patience with Iran after talks with China’s Xi

President Donald Trump said his patience with Iran was running out after he discussed the costly and unpopular war with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday and a ship was reported seized by Iranian personnel off the United Arab Emirates. The White House said Trump and Xi had agreed during talks in Beijing on the […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 07:50

Shipping deputy ministry headquarters enter final review

The Shipping Deputy Ministry’s long-planned relocation to a new headquarters at the former Nemitsa factory site in Limassol is moving closer, as the government examines plans for a landmark building in an area fast emerging as one of the city’s most important business districts.  Speaking to Entrepreneurial Limassol, a periodical published by the Limassol Chamber of Commerce (Evel), the Deputy Ministry […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 07:40

Cyprus, Greece and Czech Republic join forces for research and innovation summit

The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) branches in Cyprus, Greece, and the Czech Republic will host a significant research and innovation matchmaking gathering in Athens starting on June 8, 2026. The two-day international event is scheduled to take place at the Syggrou Estate in Marousi through June 9, 2026, acting as a hub for cross-border collaboration. […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 07:33

Over 100 drivers caught speeding in overnight operations

The police reported 281 drivers for various traffic violations in overnight operations, including 128 for speeding. During the night, 458 vehicles were pulled over and 562 drivers and passengers checked. Three individuals were found to be drink driving and three others tested positive for drugs. Seven cars were impounded. The police also inspected 40 establishments […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: banks, housing, banks, CSE, industrial production

Shipping must be treated as one of the foundations of Europe’s resilience agenda, Safe Bulkers CEO Polys Hajioannou said during the EU Trade Policy Retreat in Geneva, held in the context of Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The retreat was organised by the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Cyprus to the United […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 07:25

Passing clouds and isolated showers as winds pick up

Friday starts off partly cloudy, with isolated showers expected in the mountains and to the southeast. Winds will be a southwest to northwest moderate to fresh breeze of 4 to 5 Beaufort, and at times a strong breeze of up to 6 Beaufort, over moderate to rough seas. Temperatures will reach 27C inland and along […]

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Kıbrıs 15.05.2026 07:10

Alpha Bank sets date for first quarter results release

Greek lender Alpha Bank this week announced that it will release its first quarter 2026 financial results on May 20, while also reporting major international distinctions for its economic research team. The bank confirmed that the results announcement will take place at 08:00, accompanied by a press release to be published on its website and […]

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