7 h. ago Lawyer says Philippines’ Duterte was ‘abducted’, too ill to testify at ICC

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was “abducted” before being taken to The Hague to face murder allegations and is too ill to give evidence, his lawyer told International Criminal Court judges at his initial appearance on Friday. Duterte – who arrived in the Netherlands on a flight from Manila on Wednesday after being arrested on […]

Politics

12 h. ago Hope for Children decries withholding of kids’ allowances by welfare services

It is with deep disappointment that I make this public statement today. As the founder of Hope For Children CRC Policy Center, I am witnessing firsthand how certain administrative practices are putting children in Cyprus in a dire position.  To our shock, we recently discovered that the children’s allowances given by the Social Welfare Services […]

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14 h. ago Limassol strengthens role as Cyprus’ business hub despite global challenges

The professional services sector remains one of the key pillars of the Cypriot economy, significantly contributing to its growth. Limassol has emerged as the main hub for financial, legal, and technological services, attracting foreign investment and solidifying Cyprus’ position as a business centre in Europe and the Middle East. Due to this, the city has […]

Politics

15 h. ago WISTA International heads to India for sustainable shipping meeting

The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) is set to host its mid-term meeting in India. Scheduled for April 9, 2025, in Mumbai, the meeting is part of the International EXCO Conference, themed ‘Navigating Change: The Future of Sustainable Shipping.’ This marks the first time WISTA’s board has convened in India, highlighting the country’s […]

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15 h. ago Interconnectivity and US a priority per Cyprus, Greek and Israeli FMs

The Cypriot, Greek and Israeli foreign ministers touched on trade and electrical interconnectivity between their states, and positioned themselves vis-à-vis the US, Gaza, Syria, and the Middle East during their trilateral meeting in Athens on Thursday. In a joint press conference, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said that the states bore a common “strong will to […]

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15 h. ago Interconnectivity, US a priority say Cyprus, Greek and Israeli FMs

The Cypriot, Greek and Israeli foreign ministers touched on trade and electrical interconnectivity between their states, and positioned themselves regarding the US, Gaza, Syria, and the Middle East during their trilateral meeting in Athens on Thursday. Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said the states bore a common “strong will to reinvigorate” convening of the ‘3+1’ format […]

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17 h. ago Konstantin Ishkhanov’s ModComFest 2025: A tribute to Michel Petrossian in Paris

Scheduled for September and October 2025, the fourth edition of The Modern Composers International Music Festival (ModComFest) organised by its President Konstantin Ishkhanov titled Portrait des Compositeurs d’Aujourd’hui: Michel Petrossian, will soon unfold in Italy and Paris, celebrating the exceptional work of Michel Petrossian, a visionary French-Armenian composer lauded for his ability to merge the […]

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17 h. ago Passenger demand growth accelerates to 10 per cent in January 

Global passenger demand experienced a robust increase in January, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), rose by 10 per cent compared to January 2024, while capacity, measured in available seat kilometres (ASK), increased by 7.1 per cent year-on-year.   This led to an all-time high January […]

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18 h. ago Cyprus Business Now: Alpha Bank, financial literacy, trade deficit, tourism

Alpha Bank’s senior leadership met with state officials and key business figures in Cyprus this week, in order to outline its growth strategy and expansion plans. According to an official announcement from the bank, this four-day visit “reaffirms its commitment to strengthening its presence in Cyprus, positioning its subsidiary as a leading banking choice for businesses […]

Economics

37 h. ago Angel numbers and manifestation: How to use them to attract positive energy

People’s most common request now is to restore their resources because, without them, even everyday tasks seem difficult. In a world where energy is quickly draining, it is a vivid skill to find ways to replenish it. Manifestations and the study of angel numbers help in this—they support, guide, and add clarity. It depends on […]

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51 h. ago Christos Panayiotides’ latest book shows ‘harsh reality’ facing Cyprus

In his latest book, long-time former Cyprus Mail political columnist Christos Panayiotides gives readers “a face-to-face look at the harsh reality” and the opportunity “to seriously contemplate where we want to go”, Greece’s Shipping Minister Christos Stylianides said on Wednesday. Speaking in Athens at the presentation of the book titled The Asia Minor Catastrophe of […]

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53 h. ago UK pollution fears ease after cargo ship crash, Russian captain still in detention

Fears of an environmental disaster eased on Wednesday, two days after a container ship ploughed into a stationary U.S. fuel tanker off northeast England, as the vessel’s owner said the detained captain was a Russian national. The Portuguese-flagged Solong had crashed with no obvious explanation into the larger Stena Immaculate, a tanker carrying jet fuel […]

Events

54 h. ago Maresca unsure which Copenhagen Chelsea will face in Conference League

Chelsea take a 2-1 lead into their Europa Conference League last 16 second leg against FC Copenhagen, but they are uncertain as to how the Danish side will play against them, manager Enzo Maresca said on Wednesday. Maresca studied the opposition prior to his side’s win in Denmark, but it gave him little insight before […]

Sport

62 h. ago Captain arrested in UK ship crash is Russian national, owner says

The ship’s captain arrested in connection with a crash into a US flagged tanker off the coast of England is a Russian national, the German company which owns the vessel said on Wednesday. The Solong crashed into the Stena Immaculate, a tanker carrying jet fuel for the U.S. military, on Monday. A day later, British […]

Events

63 h. ago BOC ranked among best global forex banks, thanks to new eFX Convert service

The Bank of Cyprus (BOC) has been ranked among the world’s best Foreign Exchange Banks for 2025 by the Global Finance magazine’s Gordon Platt Foreign Exchange Awards. This is another important international accolade for the Bank of Cyprus, which is a clear proof of its continuous development, investment in innovation and consistently reliable customer service. […]

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3 d. ago Mutuum Finance (MUTM) surpasses $3 million, advancing to Phase 3

Mutuum Finance (MUTM) continues to gain traction, reaching a major milestone as its presale surpasses $3 million. With Phase 2 nearly sold out, the project is now moving into its third phase, bringing a price increase and growing anticipation among investors. As demand surges, early buyers are securing their positions before the next jump, ensuring […]

Economics

3 d. ago XRP faces potential 20% decline as Mutuum Finance (MUTM) surpasses 5,000 holders

While XRP struggles with mounting sell pressure and a possible 20% drop, investors are shifting focus to emerging opportunities like Mutuum Finance (MUTM). With over 5,000 holders now on board and its presale surpassing $3 million, MUTM is proving to be a strong contender in the DeFi space. Unlike speculative tokens, Mutuum Finance offers a […]

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3 d. ago VIMA: the first international contemporary art fair in Cyprus set for May debut

VIMA: the first international contemporary art fair in Cyprus set for May debut  in-cyprus

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3 d. ago BirdLife calls on EAC after another rare vulture found electrocuted

BirdLife Cyprus on Tuesday morning said another vulture was found dead under a voltage power line of the electricity authority (EAC) in the Korfi area of Limassol. According to BirdLife, the two-year old male vulture showed “apparent burns and clear indications of electrocution to his body”. An autopsy was ordered to unambiguously determine the cause […]

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3 d. ago Experts urge swift tax reform to boost Cyprus’ economic resilience

The 8th Cyprus International Tax Conference kicked off on Tuesday morning with discussions centred on the country’s tax system reform, the digitalisation of tax administration, and the need to maintain the competitiveness of the Cypriot economy. The event featured key figures from the tax and financial sectors, who emphasised the importance of a modernised and […]

Economics