2 h. ago Alpha Bank Cyprus staff join forces to support families this Christmas

Christmas is the season that reminds us that the greatest value lies in giving. With this in mind, Alpha Bank Cyprus continues to support those in need this year as well, participating once again in the Pancyprian Volunteer Coordinating Council’s “Adopt a Family for Christmas” campaign.This year, the Bank chose to give its participation an […]

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13 h. ago Cyprus budget debate exposes deep divisions as parties split on priorities

Cyprus’ political parties opened debate on the 2026 state budget on Monday, ahead of Wednesday’s vote, taking sharply different positions on living costs, energy, defence and long-term public investment. Disy confirmed it will support the budget, despite criticising government priorities. Akel said it will vote against it, citing social pressure and inequality. Elam and Diko […]

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23 h. ago UNIC takes part in NEOLAiA European University Alliance meet in Italy

The University of Nicosia (UNIC), as a partner of the NEOLAiA European University Alliance, participated in the Alliance’s working meetings held at the University of Salerno, Italy, over December 2-4, 2025. The meetings were an important milestone, as they took place after approximately two years of intensive collaboration and implementation of actions aimed at transforming […]

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25 h. ago Cypriot teams deliver impressive show at Robotex international

Cyprus has marked its most ambitious participation yet at the Robotex International World Robotics Competition in Tallinn, Estonia, with a record-sized delegation and impressive performances across multiple disciplines, said the Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) . The annual global robotics festival, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, was held beginning of December 2025 at the Unibet […]

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27 h. ago ‘Intimidation and terrorism’ led to cancelled Gavriel exhibition

The cancelling of art exhibition ‘Antisystemic Art’ in Paphos happened in a climate of “intimidation and terrorism”, artist Giorgos Gavriel said on Monday, responding to the storm of reactions caused by his works. In a public post on social media, Gavriel said “we are living in difficult times, where artists exhibit their works under police […]

Events

44 h. ago Religious symbols controversy prompts cancellation of Paphos art exhibition

The Blue Iris gallery in Paphos on Sunday cancelled its exhibition after paintings sparked controversy for being considered offensive to Orthodox Christian symbols. The works, created by Giorgos Gavriel, depict Christ, the Virgin Mary, and other sacred icons in ways critics call blasphemous. “The Blue Iris gallery is exhibiting works that deliberately desecrate Christ, the […]

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44 h. ago Paphos art exhibition cancelled after parties lash out over religious imagery

Paphos art exhibition cancelled after parties lash out over religious imagery  Philenews

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3 d. ago Women in Tech Cyprus to reflect on 2025 and set 2026 priorities

Women in Tech Cyprus will open the new year with a small community gathering in Limassol, aiming to carry forward the momentum built over the past year around women’s participation in science and technology. The Saturday morning meeting, scheduled for January 10, from 10.00 until 12.00,  at Marina Breeze, is designed as a relaxed but […]

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3 d. ago Paphos threatens to suspend over 3,000 unlicensed businesses

More than 3,000 establishments in Paphos face suspension for operating without the required licences, the municipality has warned. A physical inspection of business premises found that a wide range of operations – including banks, professional offices such as accounting, legal, architectural and medical practices, as well as workshops, shops, fast-food outlets and small recreational venues […]

Economics

3 d. ago Leadership meets sailing as Cyprus hosts inaugural Women at the Helm

Women and girls from across Cyprus stepped into leadership roles on land and at sea, as Winds of Change hosted its inaugural ‘Women at the Helm’ empowerment programme in Larnaca. The one-day initiative, held at the Golden Bay Beach Hotel and Larnaca Marina, brought together participants aged 12 and above from communities across the island, […]

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4 d. ago The Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection of the Republic of Cyprus participated in the 2nd International Conference of the Global Alliance to Counter Migrant Smuggling

The Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection of the Republic of Cyprus participated in the 2nd International Conference of the Global Alliance to Counter Migrant Smuggling  Κυβερνητική Πύλη - Gov.cy

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4 d. ago Eurobank’s €pistrofi rewards scheme now available to Cyprus customers

Eurobank is the first Greek banking group to extend its card rewards programme to Cyprus via the renewed €pistrofi programme, which now unites Greece and Cyprus under a single rewards scheme. In Greece, the €pistrofi programme is the largest card rewards scheme in terms of its network of participating businesses, returning euros to Eurobank cardholders. […]

Economics

5 d. ago bbf: celebrates thrilling ArtCargo Festival finale at iconic KEAN factory

The first-ever ArtCargo Performing Arts Festival recently concluded successfully after two vibrant weeks in Limassol. As the Festival’s general partner and main sponsor, bbf: proudly supported this new cultural initiative, reinforcing its commitment to community life and its vision for a more creative and engaging city. Through this partnership, bbf: helped bring art into everyday […]

Culture

5 d. ago Student enterprise season opens with islandwide participation

More than 400 students from across Cyprus gathered at the University of Cyprus for the launch of this year’s JA Cyprus ‘Student Enterprise’ programme, held in collaboration with Coca-Cola HBC Cyprus. The Kick Off Workshop, which took place beginning of December, marked the first major milestone in the companies’ long-standing partnership under the YouthEmpowered initiative. […]

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5 d. ago Europe of yesteryear meets 2026 Cyprus via Larnaca airport exhibition

At an event where the past met the present in the multicultural environment of Larnaca Airport, the exhibition “Cart Postale. EU Journey Through The Lens of Time” officially opened its doors to passengers. The exhibition was inaugurated by President Nikos Christodoulides, his presence underscoring the significance of the exhibition as a cultural journey through time […]

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5 d. ago Our View: Rushed tax reform exposes Disy’s alignment with government

Parties that were left out of Tuesday’s talks that Finance Minister Makis Keravnos had with members of Diko, Dipa and Disy about his tax reform proposal, understandably, went on the offensive at the House finance committee meeting held the following day. Deputies of the excluded parties – Elam, Greens – said that the meeting was […]

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5 d. ago As 20,000 guests head to Cyprus, a postcard exhibit sets the scene

As 20,000 guests head to Cyprus, a postcard exhibit sets the scene  Kathimerini

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5 d. ago Association calls for private fund involvement in affordable housing initiative

Cyprus’ property valuers association has recommended that investment funds, including the social insurance fund and other private schemes, participate in the construction of 500 new affordable housing units. The association argued that this approach would provide the long-term stability the project requires. In a statement, the association’s president, Polys Kourousides, said the financial structure “should […]

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6 d. ago Petrolina, PPT Aviation sponsor ‘Wings of Hope’ Telethon fundraiser

The participants of the cherished “Wings of Hope” trip returned to Cyprus filled with unforgettable memories of London’s magical Christmas atmosphere, having also contributed to one of Telethon’s most successful fundraising events. This journey of love and solidarity to the British capital became a reality once more thanks to the support of Petrolina and its […]

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6 d. ago XeniArtSpace unveils new venue, debuts immersive show ‘Dreamscapes’

XeniArtSpace, the landmark gallery envisioned and created by Xenia Kulbachevskaya has opened a new creative chapter at Trilogy Plaza in Limassol, inaugurating its new exhibition space with the launch of “Dreamscapes”. This further elevates the gallery’s capabilities, enabling it to present artistic narratives on a larger scale, with greater freedom and thematic breadth. At the […]

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