63 m. ago Russia and Ukraine swap 307 soldiers on second day of POW exchange

Russia and Ukraine each exchanged 307 of their service personnel on Saturday on the second day of a prisoner exchange that, when completed, is set to be the largest such swap in the three-year war between the two countries. US President Donald Trump has suggested the prisoner swap – which should see 1,000 prisoners released […]

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3 h. ago Ukraine says 15 people hurt in ‘massive’ Russian attack on capital

Russia launched dozens of drones and ballistic missiles at Kyiv overnight in one of the biggest combined aerial attacks on the Ukrainian capital of the three-year war, damaging several apartment buildings and injuring 15 people. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in a social media post it had been a “tough night” for Ukraine and called […]

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3 h. ago Paphos bishop’s rebaptism stance major reason behind his removal

One of the key reasons behind the removal of Bishop Tychikos from his post as Metropolitan of Paphos was his refusal to recognise baptisms carried out by other Orthodox churches, insisting instead on rebaptising individuals already initiated into the faith. His stance prompted serious concern at the highest levels of the Orthodox Church prompting his […]

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4 h. ago UN envoy Holguin talks with Christodoulides ahead of July UN meeting

Maria Angela Holguin, the UN secretary-general’s personal envoy for Cyprus, met with President Nikos Christodoulides at the presidential palace on Saturday and is scheduled to meet Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar on May 26. “We agreed to work hard this month to achieve results based on the March agreement. We want to present concrete outcomes […]

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6 h. ago Kyiv mayor says Russian drones, missiles trigger fires, injure eight

Russia attacked Ukraine’s capital Kyiv early on Saturday with drones and missiles, triggering fires, strewing debris in districts throughout the city and injuring at least eight people, the city’s mayor said. Reuters witnesses saw and heard successive waves of drones flying over Kyiv, and a series of explosions jolted the city. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said […]

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7 h. ago Cyprus Business Now: Hellenic Bank, BoC buyback, Ermes, Cyta acquisition, hotels

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on Friday ratified the suspension of trading in the shares of Hellenic Bank Public Company Ltd, following a recent meeting of the CSE Council. The ratification was made under Article 184 of the Cyprus Stock Exchange Law and formalises the suspension decision first announced on May 9, 2025. The suspension […]

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8 h. ago Beats beyond borders: How Cyprus’ DJs are uniting a divided capital

Beats beyond borders: How Cyprus’ DJs are uniting a divided capital  Kathimerini.com.cy

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8 h. ago Robotex MRC Cyprus 2025 returns with new challenges and international reach

The Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) has announced that registrations for Robotex MRC Cyprus 2025 will close on May 29. The major educational robotics event will take place on June 28-29, 2025, at the University of Cyprus Sports Centre. This year marks the 8th edition of Robotex Cyprus and the 2nd edition of the Minoan RobotSports […]

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8 h. ago 18 injured in knife attack in Hamburg, four in critical condition

Eighteen people were injured in a knife attack in Hamburg station on Friday evening, Germany’s Bild newspaper reported, and local police confirmed they had arrested the suspected assailant. Four victims are in critical condition and six others are seriously injured, Bild reported, saying the motive for the attack was unclear. Police said the suspected assailant […]

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8 h. ago Cyprus faces water emergency as EU calls for investment and reform

In a report entitled “Europe’s waters: key challenges and EU solutions”, published on May 7, the European Parliament (EP) draws attention to the key issues concerning Europe’s scarcity, pollution and climate risks. For Cyprus this is quite timely. Water scarcity has become an extremely serious issue. Recent headlines ranged from “Is Cyprus running out of […]

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9 h. ago Asking prices for UK homes have smallest spring rise since 2016

Asking prices for homes put up for sale in Britain have risen by the least for the late spring period since 2016, according to data published this week that added to signs of a slowdown in the country’s housing market after a tax break ended in April. The average price for houses and apartments advertised […]

Sport

10 h. ago Maronite community in Cyprus fights to save its Sanna language as only 900 speakers remain

Maronite community in Cyprus fights to save its Sanna language as only 900 speakers remain  Yahoo News Canada

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12 h. ago Forestry dept calls for public to ‘honour’ European parks day ‘with respect’

The forestry department called on the public to “honour” European parks day with “care and respect”. European parks day is held every year on May 24, with the department saying the event “reminds the people of Europe of the importance of nature and the environment for their quality of life, health, and wellbeing”. It added […]

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18 h. ago Paris court convicts thieves who robbed Kim Kardashian in jewel heist

A French court on Friday convicted the jewel thieves who in 2016 tied up US reality TV star Kim Kardashian at gun point before making off with her $4 million engagement ring and other booty. Ten people were in the dock, accused of involvement in the Paris heist. Robbers wearing ski masks and disguised as […]

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18 h. ago Πρώτος στη Λεμεσό ο Καραλής με 5,80 μ. – Δεν τα κατάφερε στα 6,02 μ.

Ο Εμμανουήλ Καραλής αναδείχθηκε νικητής στο άλμα επί κοντώ στο διεθνές μίτινγκ της Λεμεσού (EKO Cyprus International Athletics Meeting), ολοκληρώνοντας τον αγώνα του στα 5,80 μ., χωρίς όμως να καταφέρει να υπερβεί τα 6,02 μ., ύψος που θα αποτελούσε νέο πανελλήνιο ρεκόρ. Ο Έλληνας επικοντιστής πέρασε επιτυχημένα τα 5,80 μ., που του χάρισαν την πρώτη […]

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19 h. ago ARS Regional Seminar Concludes in Cyprus with Impactful Programming and Community Engagement

ARS Regional Seminar Concludes in Cyprus with Impactful Programming and Community Engagement  Asbarez

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19 h. ago Ukraine, Poland, Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria, Moldova, France, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Sweden, and Czech Republic Propel SkyUp Airlines’ Dynamic Expansion Boosting Connectivity with New High

Ukraine, Poland, Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria, Moldova, France, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Sweden, and Czech Republic Propel SkyUp Airlines’ Dynamic Expansion Boosting Connectivity with New High-Demand Routes and Unmatched Passenger Growth  Travel And Tour World

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20 h. ago CNP Assurances Sells CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings for €182 Million

CNP Assurances Sells CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings for €182 Million  Cleary Gottlieb

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20 h. ago UN says more food needed in Gaza as looting hampers deliveries

Israeli airstrikes killed at least six Palestinians guarding aid trucks against looters, Hamas officials said on Friday, as the head of the United Nations warned that only a “teaspoon” of aid was getting in following Israel’s 11-week-long blockade. The Israeli military said 107 trucks carrying flour and other foodstuffs as well as medical supplies entered […]

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21 h. ago International opera star Alessandro Safina to perform in Cyprus

Renowned Italian tenor Alessandro Safina is coming to Cyprus for a one-night-only performance on May 30 for a gala concert at Monte Caputo to raise money for a good cause. The event is held under the auspices of First Lady Philippa Karsera-Christodoulides, whose endorsement reflects strong support of United Rescue Cyprus and LETSHELP Foundation. While […]

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