3 h. ago Bill to impose term limits on MPs not sent to plenary session

A bill which would impose a maximum limit on MPs of three terms in office failed to be sent to a plenary session of parliament on Wednesday after being discussed in the House legal affairs committee. Committee chairman and Disy MP Nicos Tornaritis said after the committee meeting that the bill “requires further discussion”. “It […]

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11 h. ago Passengers could be fined for hiring ‘pirate’ taxis in Cyprus

By Alexander Sapov Cyprus’ proposal to fine passengers €500 for knowingly hiring an unlicensed (‘pirate’) taxi is a bold – yet internationally tested – attempt to choke demand for illegal transport. Until now, European enforcement has overwhelmingly targeted drivers and platforms. Only Spain applies a comparable rule, with regional authorities issuing passenger fines of up […]

Sport

19 h. ago EU envoy Hahn to make first Cyprus contacts ‘in immediate future’

European Union envoy for the Cyprus problem Johannes Hahn will make his first contacts on the island “in the immediate future”, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Tuesday. He said Hahn has “already started preparations” to begin his work in Cyprus and added that it is “very important that Hahn reports directly to the European […]

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27 h. ago Cyprus lags behind on marine protection goals, says French ambassador

A roundtable discussion held by the French embassy in Nicosia revealed that Cyprus protects only 18 per cent of its marine area, falling short of the international target of 30 per cent. “The science is clear. The oceans are in deep crisis. More than 8 million tons of plastic are dumped into the oceans every […]

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30 h. ago Green taxes still under discussion with EU, says Letymbiotis

Two green taxes remain under discussion with the EU, both in terms of content and compensatory measures, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Tuesday. He added that the final proposal would not be presented to Wednesday’s cabinet meeting, pending the necessary legal review. Letymbiotis said the issue was discussed during the president’s regular meeting with […]

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31 h. ago Christodoulides: Football clubs can rejoin tax plan if they cover missed payments

Football clubs which owe money to the state in the form of unpaid taxes can re-enter the government’s tax repayment plan if they can pay the instalments they missed, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday. Speaking to journalists outside the general assembly of the Cyprus shipping chamber in Limassol, he moved to defend himself against […]

Economics

31 h. ago Government launches major reform of teacher evaluation system

The government announced on Tuesday a sweeping reform of the teacher evaluation system, marking the most significant change to public education in decades. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis outlined the details at a press briefing at the presidential palace, describing the new plan as “a necessary political shift” aimed at restoring fairness, trust and professionalism in […]

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33 h. ago Στυλιάνα Αβερκίου: Το φωτογραφικό album από το ταξίδι της με τον Φειδία Παναγιώτου στο Dubai

Ερωτευμένοι στην πόλη των Ηνωμένων Αραβικών Εμιράτων Στο κοσμοπολίτικο Dubai ταξίδεψαν πριν μερικά 24ωρα για ολιγοήμερες διακοπές η Στυλιάνα Αβερκίου και ο αγαπημένος της, Φειδίας Παναγιώτου. Το ερωτευμένο ζευγάρι που λατρεύει να ταξιδεύει όταν οι επαγγελματικές τους δραστηριότητες τους το επιτρέπουν, αυτή τη φορά επέλεξαν το Dubai για να περάσουν ξέγνοιαστες στιγμές μακριά από την […]

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35 h. ago Claims presidential jet used to fly from Larnaca to Paphos ‘ridiculous’

Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Tuesday decried accusations that President Nikos Christodoulides used the presidential jet to fly from Larnaca to Paphos as “ridiculous” and “a joke”. “At first, to be honest, I thought it was a joke. Unfortunately, I have seen it reproduced on social media,” he said when asked about the accusations during […]

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36 h. ago Κωνσταντίνα Σπυροπούλου:«Είμαι full time μαμά Εγώ είμαι ο κέρβερος που βάζει τάξη» (Βίντεο)

«Δεν είμαι σίγουρη ότι το θέλω 100%, να επιστρέψω τηλεοπτικά» Για τη ζωή με τα παιδιά στο σπίτι αλλά και τη βοήθεια που έχει από τους γονείς της, μίλησε η Κωνσταντίνα Σπυροπούλου στην κάμερα του «Happy Day». Η παρουσιάστρια εξήγησε ότι θέλει να είναι όσο το δυνατόν περισσότερο τυπική γίνεται με το πρόγραμμα των παιδιών […]

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36 h. ago Keravnos backs debt deal for football clubs as CFA faces Uefa row

The government is facing strong criticism over how it is handling the football clubs that have failed to repay their debts on the pre-arranged schedule, yet are being allowed to stay in state repayment schemes. The tax commissioner has been given permission to agree on new repayment arrangements with the clubs, but only if he […]

Sport

37 h. ago Built to live in, not just to visit: Mike Ivanov on what sets Sunrock apart

Set in the green hillsides of Germasogeia, Limassol, Sunrock is not just another high-end development targeting overseas buyers.Instead, it’s been designed from the ground up for year-round living, with smart technology, energy-efficient layouts and location decisions based on everyday routines – not just sea views.Leading the project is Mike Ivanov, a seasoned engineer and project […]

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52 h. ago A conversation on trauma, grief and contested narratives in art in Cyprus

In the framework of the painting exhibition by Rinos Stefani and Sumer Erek at Limassol Municipal Arts Centre, running until 31 May, Lemesos 2030 hosts a roundtable discussion with art theorists Gabriel Koureas and Esra Plumer, preceded by a tour of the exhibition on Wednesday, May 28. Exploring themes of identity, memory, and human experience, […]

Events

54 h. ago ‘MP’ from Tatar’s party calls on him to meet Christodoulides

Ali Pilli, a Turkish Cypriot ‘MP’ from the UBP, the party to which Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar belonged, and which has endorsed him again ahead of this year’s elections, on Monday called on him to meet President Nikos Christodoulides and hold discussions with him. Pilli was given his first ever ‘ministerial’ role, that of […]

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54 h. ago 22nd Summer Dance Festival: Discussion in the Park, hosted by Lemesos 2030

As part of the 22nd Summer Dance Festival, Lemesos 2030, in collaboration with the Nea Kinisi of Dancers and Choreographers of Cyprus, invites you to a discussion in the park on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 5.30pm at Anagennisi Park. Titled “The Invisible Side of Public Spaces”, the discussion will delve into the evolving relationship […]

Culture

56 h. ago ‘We feel deceived’: row over football clubs wriggling out of paying back taxes

The government and the Cyprus Football Association (CFA) clashed on Monday over who is to blame after the CFA had informed European football governing body Uefa that all of Cyprus’ football clubs are financially compliant with its criteria despite five of them not meeting their tax obligations as set out in their repayment plan. Data […]

Economics

58 h. ago Is QNET legal in India? A look at its operations, rules, and regulatory status  

The direct selling industry has transformed countless lives worldwide through micro-entrepreneurship opportunities. It’s one of the fastest-growing industries in India. QNET, the premier lifestyle and wellness company, has established a significant presence in India since 1998. Many aspiring entrepreneurs wonder about its legal standing amid conflicting reports and regulatory discussions. This comprehensive examination cuts through […]

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61 h. ago XM’s beehive adoption: a commitment to green innovation, social responsibility

The protection of bees is currently one of the most urgent environmental challenges, with direct implications for biodiversity, agricultural production and food security. Recognising the crucial role of bees in the ecosystem, XM has chosen to actively contribute by adopting two beehives. This initiative coincides with World Bee Day (May 20) and World Environment Day […]

Politics

62 h. ago Cyprus, Jordan discuss Gaza’s immediate need for humanitarian aid

The need for “immediate humanitarian assistance to the civilian population in Gaza” was discussed on Sunday between Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos and his Jordanian counterpart Ayman Safadi. In a post on X, the foreign ministry said two ministers held a telephone conversation, during which “Kombos offered Cyprus’ heartfelt congratulations to Jordan for its Independence Day”. […]

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4 d. 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 […]

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