15 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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26 h. ago ‘Cyprus Orbits’ show places island at heart of contemporary artistic expression

XeniArtSpace proudly presents the group exhibition “Cyprus Orbits”, a multifaceted artistic experience bringing together visual artists whose creative journeys draw inspiration from the island itself. The exhibition, an initiative of the gallery’s founder, Xenia Kulbachevskaya, was officially inaugurated on Saturday, May 17, 2025, by Limassol Mayor Yiannis Armeftis, at Trilogy Plaza in Limassol. It will […]

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43 h. ago Limassol and Marseille sign cooperation memorandum on port development

A memorandum of cooperation was signed on Thursday in Limassol between the cities of Limassol and Marseille, aiming to strengthen commercial and technical ties between their respective port authorities. “Carrying centuries of maritime heritage and a future defined by smart, sustainable development, Limassol is more than a city of hospitality – it is the cornerstone […]

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3 d. ago Lemesos 2030 hosting art theorists in roundtable on grief, trauma and contested narratives

In the frame of the exhibition by Rinos Stefani and Sumer Erek at Limassol Municipal Arts Centre, running until May 31, 2025, 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, 2025. Exploring themes of identity, memory, and human […]

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3 d. ago Experience the future of workplace excellence at Neocleous Tower

Neocleous Tower is a groundbreaking commercial development in central Limassol, inviting corporations to discover the next generation of upscale workplace environments. Redefining the work lifestyle model, the tower is also raising the benchmark for sustainable real estate, offering an eco-conscious, tech-driven and people-centric work setting that fosters excellence, collaboration and well-being. As construction progresses on […]

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3 d. ago Man arrested after 18kg of cannabis found at Larnaca airport

A 34-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday after customs officers discovered 18kg of cannabis hidden inside a parcel at Larnaca airport. The package, which arrived on May 19, was being held in a temporary storage facility when customs staff carried out a routine inspection. Inside, they found 30 vacuum-sealed packages containing plant material identified as […]

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4 d. ago Evel welcomes Limassol pledges but seeks concrete commitments

The Limassol Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evel) has cautiously welcomed President Nikos Christodoulides’ latest pledges for the city, backing the vision but pressing the government to deliver clear deadlines and follow-through. In a statement issued this week, Evel thanked the president and the Council of Ministers for their visit to Limassol over the weekend […]

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4 d. ago Cyprus celebrates women in shipping, renews call for equal opportunities

Deputy Minister for Shipping Marina Hadjimanolis on Monday called for deeper inclusion of women in the maritime industry, during the ministry’s third annual event in Limassol to mark the International Day for Women in Maritime. Addressing a still male-dominated sector, Hadjimanolis said the day was an opportunity to recognise the growing contributions of women in […]

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5 d. ago Limassol affordable homes project to begin construction by June

Cyprus is moving ahead with its first affordable rental housing scheme, with construction on the initial phase of a new development in Limassol expected to begin by June, according to the Cyprus Land Development Organisation (Koag). The ambitious project, a collaboration between Koag and the Limassol municipality, will see the creation of a small residential […]

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5 d. ago Doers United at Reflect Festival 2025: Limassol Hosts 10,000+ Doers from EMEA

Startups, investors, and technology experts gathered once again in Limassol on 15–16 May for Reflect Festival 2025. Cyprus’ flagship technology and entrepreneurial event delivered another impactful two-day edition packed with discussions, networking, and cross-border collaboration. Held at Kolla Factory, the festival welcomed over 10,000 participants and strengthened connections between Emerging Europe, Africa, and the Middle […]

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5 d. ago Safe Bulkers awards scholarships to eight CyMA cadets for second year

Safe Bulkers, the Limassol-based shipping company led by Polys Hajioannou, has extended its support to the Cyprus Maritime Academy (CyMA), awarding eight cadets with annual scholarships of €5,000 for the full duration of their four-year studies. The award ceremony for the academic year 2024–2025 was held at the company’s headquarters in Limassol, in collaboration with […]

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5 d. ago UoL sets new milestone with inauguration of psychology department

In a distinguished ceremony held at Limassol’s Elias Beach Hotel, the University of Limassol (UoL) officially inaugurated its Department of Psychology. The event marked a pivotal advancement in the University’s commitment to fostering innovative education and research in psychological sciences. Established as part of UoL’s strategic initiative to expand its academic offerings, the Department of […]

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5 d. ago Limassol man arrested for cocaine, illegal possession of paintball guns

Police arrested a 38-year-old man for drugs and illegal possession of paintball guns at his home in Limassol, it was reported on Monday. According to the police, officers searched the suspect’s home in the village of Lania on Sunday, during which they found traces of cocaine, as well as 44g of the drug. Two paintball […]

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5 d. ago Environment Department says no pollution detected in Ladies Mile waters

There is no degradation and therefore no incident of any pollution at Ladies Mile beach in Limassol, the Director of the Environment Department, Theodolos Mesimeris, told CNA on Sunday, when asked to comment on a recent announcement by the British Bases in Akrotiri about possible water pollution in the area. According to Mesimeris, the monitoring […]

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7 d. ago Tech boom puts pressure on Cyprus’ private school infrastructure

As Cyprus steps up its efforts to attract international talent and long-term investment, the country’s private education system is facing growing scrutiny, with capacity constraints emerging as a major barrier to sustainable growth.  This was the core issue tackled by a panel at the TechIsland Summit in Limassol on Thursday, where government officials, investors, and […]

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7 d. ago Cyprus Business Now: India business ties, BoC general meeting, TechIsland Summit

A new chapter in trilateral economic relations between India, Greece, and Cyprus was officially opened on Friday with the launch of the India-Greece-Cyprus Business and Investment Council (IGC) in Limassol. The event, held under the auspices of Eurobank and attended by senior government officials, diplomats, and business leaders from all three countries, was hailed as […]

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7 d. ago TechIsland Summit: Cyprus ICT sector’s economic impact soars to €8.5 billion

Cyprus’ largest tech association, TechIsland, successfully hosted the TechIsland Summit 2025 in Limassol, its flagship annual gathering and a key stage of this year’s Reflect Festival. Bringing together leading figures from across the public and private sectors, the Summit provided a platform for dialogue around the country’s fast-growing digital economy, its challenges, and its international […]

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8 d. ago ‘We are trying to fathom what went on’ with desalination units’ placement

Officials from the Paphos district were left upset and perplexed by the government’s decision to only use the mobile desalination units which are set to be delivered to Cyprus from the United Arab Emirates in the Limassol district. “It is a very concerning and puzzling turn of events and we are trying to fathom what […]

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8 d. ago Limassol man investigated for possession of 188 barrels of diesel

Limassol police on Friday are investigating a 49-year-old man who had been arrested for possession of a large unexplained quantity of fuel. According to the police the man was located after officers arrived at the scene to investigate suspected drug possession and trafficking. The premises in Germasogeia were searched, pursuant to a court warrant, during […]

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1 week ago Experts outline tokenisation’s real estate potential at Limassol expo

Real estate is evolving fast, with blockchain at the centre of this transformation, as highlighted during a panel discussion at the recently-held REALTYon 2025 expo in Limassol. During the discussion, we learned how tokenisation can reshape ownership. We saw clear comparisons with traditional methods and heard real numbers. We gained practical insights. The discussion was […]

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