8 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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11 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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12 h. ago Bitcoin soared to $110,000, join PBKMiner to double your Bitcoin

Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin are created through a distributed computing process called “mining”. Miners (network participants) participate in mining to verify the legitimacy of transactions on the blockchain and ensure network security by preventing double spending. In return for their hard work, miners will be rewarded with a certain amount of Bitcoin (BTC). There are […]

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13 h. ago Hotel licence deadline pushed again as MPs slam ‘fictitious progress’

The House this week approved yet another extension to the licensing deadline for hotels and tourist accommodations, triggering backlash from MPs over years of delays and what they called ‘fictitious progress’. The new law pushes the deadline for securing an operating licence from the Deputy Ministry of Tourism to November 30, 2025, two months later […]

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16 h. ago Problems with deposed Paphos bishop ‘had been brewing for years’

Problems with Paphos Bishop Tychikos’ social conduct, as well as in his dealings with the municipality, had been brewing for years, the town’s Mayor Phedonas Phedonos said on Friday, following a decision taken by the Holy Synod to depose him.  The bishop had been ruffling feathers in the district on various levels, including among the […]

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17 h. ago Pilakoutas unites with Europa Donna as 2025 ‘Race for the Cure’ Gold Sponsor

As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives and its ongoing support in the fight against breast cancer, Pilakoutas Group is once again partnering with Europa Donna Cyprus, serving as the gold sponsor of “Race for the Cure Cyprus 2025”. At a press conference held at Char. Pilakoutas Heritage, this year’s Race, Europe’s largest sporting […]

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17 h. ago Cyprus and Finland explore ties in maritime tech and shipping

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) on Friday announced that it organised a business mission to Helsinki earlier this week, held in conjunction with the official visit of president Nikos Christodoulides to Finland. According to the announcement, the aim of the mission was to “enhance economic relations between Cyprus and Finland“. During the […]

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19 h. ago Vafeades urges UN to use ‘all tools available’ to protect civilians in war

Protecting civilians in times of war is a moral imperative, Minister of Transport Alexis Vafeades said, while representing Cyprus at a UN Security Council working debate on the matter. The minister called on the UN to use every available tool to take concrete action and said Cyprus understood the urgency of the issue very well from […]

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31 h. ago Five arrested over classified prison documents found in warden’s home

Authorities on Thursday arrested five persons – four prison wardens and a female police cadet – in connection with an ongoing investigation into documents found in the residence of a prison warden in early April. The arrest warrants were green-lit by Nicosia district court. According to a police statement, the five suspects are linked to the discovery […]

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32 h. ago North ‘MP’ calls for crossing points to be closed over property arrests

Turkish Cypriot ruling coalition party DP ‘MP’ Serhat Akpinar on Thursday called for the north’s authorities to close the island’s crossing points over the recent arrests and court cases regarding the alleged development of Greek Cypriot-owned land in the north. “The United Nations’ representative [Maria Angela Holguin] is here Attention must be drawn immediately. […]

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38 h. ago Cypriot parties call for govt action against Israel’s offensive in Gaza

The Green party and Dipa on Thursday issued statements calling on Cyprus’ government to take decisive action in light of a new military offensive having been launched by the State of Israel in Gaza and a lack of humanitarian aid reaching the strip. “We must choose a side and the side of humanity is one: […]

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39 h. ago Cyprus estate agents threaten action over legal contract bill

The Cyprus Real Estate Agents Registration Council has issued a call to its members to be prepared for mobilisations, following a meeting of the House legal affairs committee on Tuesday. The session involved a discussion of a proposed bill by MP Kostis Efstathiou, which would make it mandatory for all property sale contracts in Cyprus […]

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42 h. ago Christodoulides calls on Cypriots abroad to come home, ‘Cyprus needs your talent’

Christodoulides calls on Cypriots abroad to come home, ‘Cyprus needs your talent’  Kathimerini.com.cy

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43 h. ago Man arrested in Famagusta district after confessing to stabbing

Police on Friday are investigating a 65-year-old man who handed himself in after admitting to stabbing a 50-year-old man. He was arrested on suspicion of acts intended to cause actual bodily harm. The incident allegedly occurred shortly after 9pm on Wednesday at the 65-year-old’s house, with the 50-year-old having paid him a visit. The 65-year-old […]

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44 h. ago Greek fire brigade on high alert after 6.1 magnitude quake strikes off Crete

All Greek fire brigade forces were on high alert across Crete on Thursday after a 6.1 magnitude quake hit off the Greek island in the Mediterranean Sea. The service has not received any calls for assistance so far, the fire brigade said.

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47 h. ago No full postponement for EU’s green taxes for Cyprus – reports

Despite efforts by the current government to fully postpone green taxation, which the Anastasiades administration had built into the framework for Cyprus to access recovery and resilience funds, the EU does not appear to be amenable to any postponements, it was reported on Wednesday. Instead, the so-called “green” taxes are likely to be walked back […]

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56 h. ago Beloved strongman: support for Pakistan army chief surges after India conflict

Pakistan’s army chief General Asim Munir is the most powerful man in the country, but his popular support has surged after the worst conflict in decades with arch-rival India, shattering criticism of interference in politics and harshly cracking down on opponents. A grateful government has given him a rare promotion to Field Marshal “in recognition […]

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64 h. ago Man remanded over 18kg cannabis shipment via Larnaca airport

A 34-year-old man was remanded for eight days by the Larnaca district court on Wednesday, after allegedly attempting to import 18kg of cannabis discovered in a courier parcel at Larnaca airport. “In the presence of a courier company representative, 30 airtight nylon packets containing dry green plant material, with a total gross weight of 18kg, […]

Transport

64 h. ago Cypriot businesses exhaust €14m digital scheme budget on first day

The Energy Ministry this week announced that strong interest was recorded for the third call of the digital upgrade scheme for Cypriot businesses, with the allocated budget of €14 million being exhausted on the very first day. According to the ministry, due to the depletion of the available budget, the submission of proposals has now […]

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67 h. ago Man arriving from Israel to be extradited to Russia after arrest at Larnaca airport

A 38-year-old man arrested upon his arrival from Israel is to appear before the Larnaca District Court on Wednesday to be extradited to Russia. According to the police, the was arrested at Larnaca airport for charges related to, among other things, participation in a criminal organisation. “A red notice is pending against the 38-year-old from […]

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