9 m. 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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52 m. 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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1 hour 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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4 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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6 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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7 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 […]

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9 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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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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18 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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18 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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19 h. ago Why this $0.03 Altcoin has more potential than most $1 tokens in the market

In the current crypto environment, many investors are chasing tokens priced over $1, thinking high cost equates to high value. However, this isn’t always true. Often, these tokens ride on hype and inflated marketing with little to no utility backing their price. On the other end, projects like Mutuum Finance (MUTM) are quietly building real […]

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19 h. ago Is MUTM the best Cryptocurrency to invest in right now under $0.05? Here’s what smart traders are doing

In a market crowded with overvalued tokens and short-term trends, experienced traders are looking for early-stage opportunities that combine utility, low entry price, and a strong roadmap. One project gaining steady attention is Mutuum Finance (MUTM), which remains in presale and is currently priced at just $0.03. But this isn’t just about getting in early. […]

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19 h. ago ‘Grey vehicle’ airbag charges are legal, importers’ association says

The charges levied on motorists driving ‘grey vehicles’ – those which are imported second-hand privately – for having their airbags replaced amid mass recalls are “completely legal”, the motor and electric vehicle importers’ association (Semio) said on Friday. Semio expressed “deep concern” over what it described as a “distorted image” regarding recent changes to vehicle […]

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20 h. ago Cyprus renews pledge to cut road deaths in line with EU goals

Cyprus reaffirmed its commitment to aligning with the EU’s goal of reducing road fatalities to zero by 2050 during a meeting in Nicosia on Friday, organised by the Cyprus Automobile Association. In an address read out at the conference on the European Road Safety Charter (ERSC), Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades reiterated Cyprus’ commitment to Vision […]

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21 h. ago Oil slides on Trump tariff threats and OPEC+ supply expectations

Oil prices dropped by 1 per cent on Friday and were set for their first weekly decline in three weeks as US President Donald Trump recommended a 50 per cent tariff on the European Union and expectations rose that OPEC+ will increase crude output further in July. Brent crude futures fell 64 cents, or 1 […]

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21 h. ago Yiorkadjis calls for Sizopoulos’ support to enhance district govts’ independence

Nicosia District Governor Constantinos Yiorkadjis on Friday called on outgoing Edek leader and House interior committee member Marinos Sizopoulos to give his support to increase both the financial and administrative independence of Cyprus’ district governments. Speaking after a meeting between the pair, Yiorkadjis said he hopes Sizopoulos will give “the necessary support, both in the […]

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21 h. ago Top Altcoin to buy in June before retail discovers it? MUTM is the favorite

The modern tech world is still dominated by hype, vaporware, and speculative memecoins, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is doing something rare—offering real, working utility. It’s the kind of project serious investors have been waiting for, and June might be your last chance to get in early. With its token MUTM currently priced at just $0.03 and […]

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