Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Fewer fatal traffic accidents than EU average

Cyprus recorded 42 road deaths per million inhabitants in 2024, placing it below the European Union average of 44, Eurostat data released on Monday showed. In 2024, traffic accidents in the EU resulted in 19,934 deaths, a decrease from 20,384 in 2023, a 2.2 per cent drop and also the second year of improvement. Cyprus […]

27.04.2026 15:18

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How Margarita Howard and HX5 navigate regulation and growth in federal contracting

The rulebook governing federal procurement runs to thousands of pages, and it changes every year. The Federal Acquisition Regulation, the foundational text for U.S. government contracting, spans dozens of parts, each with subparts, clauses, and agency-specific supplements. The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement adds another thick layer on top. Most small businesses that enter this […]

27.04.2026 14:58

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Larnaca to mobilise over port delays

A public mobilisation will take place on Wednesday at 6pm at Larnaca’s port roundabout, as local authorities up pressure on the government over delays in the port and marina redevelopment project. The municipality said on Monday, participants will demand immediate clarity on development plans, insisting that the city’s perennial position on land use must be […]

27.04.2026 14:46

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Pope and first female Archbishop of Canterbury meet and pray together

Pope Leo and new Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally met for the first time on Monday, in a symbolic encounter at the Vatican in which the leaders of the long-separated Catholic Church and Church of England exchanged gifts and prayed together. Mullally, the first woman to serve as spiritual leader of the world’s 85 million […]

27.04.2026 14:26

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Pakistan still seeks to bridge US, Iran gaps despite failure of face-to-face talks

Work has not halted to bridge gaps between the United States and Iran, sources from mediator Pakistan said, despite the failure of face-to-face diplomacy after Donald Trump called off a trip by his envoys and told Iran to phone when it wants a deal. Hopes of reviving peace efforts have receded since the U.S. president […]

27.04.2026 14:21

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Bank of Cyprus sets date for first quarter financial results

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) on Monday confirmed that it will release its financial results for the first quarter of 2026 on May 11, before the opening of trading on Euronext Athens and the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE). The results will cover the period ending March 31, 2026, providing an update on the group’s financial […]

27.04.2026 14:21

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Ministry orders demolition of illegal Protaras massage parlour

The immediate demolition of an unauthorised massage parlour operating on a state-owned coastal plot in Protaras was ordered by the interior ministry on Monday, while a parallel police investigation has launched into possible corruption. The decision, issued under instructions from minister Constantinos Ioannou, comes after authorities concluded that no permit had ever been granted for […]

27.04.2026 14:18

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Cablenet, CyberSift partner to bring simple, smart cybersecurity to Cyprus businesses

Cablenet, one of Cyprus’ leading telecommunications providers, unveiled a strategic partnership with CyberSift, the Malta-based global cybersecurity specialist, at two exclusive events for business clients in Nicosia and Limassol. Under the GO Group umbrella, the two players will embed Cybersift’s enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions into Cablenet’s B2B offering, delivering practical, accessible protection for Cypriot businesses through […]

27.04.2026 14:11

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Cyprus aims to boost role in space and satellite technology

Cyprus is seeking to strengthen its role in space technologies and remote sensing, Deputy Research Minister Nikodemos Damianou said on Monday, as more than 250 delegates from over 30 countries gathered in Paphos for the RSCy 2026 conference.  Representing President Nikos Christodoulides at the opening of the International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation of the Environment, Damianou said that “satellites and related technologies had become critical infrastructure, offering […]

27.04.2026 14:11

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How to find a job as an electrician in the UK: A practical guide

Electrical work is consistently one of the most in-demand trades in the UK. Homeowners need certified electricians for everything from consumer unit upgrades and EV charger installations to rewires and fault finding. The demand is there — the challenge for most electricians is building a reliable pipeline of local jobs rather than depending entirely on […]

27.04.2026 14:09

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus welcomes Poland’s decision to upgrade its travel advisory

Cyprus has welcomed Poland’s decision to upgrade its travel advisory for the island, placing the country in Level 1 — a category that calls only for normal precautions. The deputy tourism minister, Kostas Koumis, described the move as a positive development that strengthens Cyprus’s image as a safe destination. Looking ahead to the summer season, Mr Koumis […]

27.04.2026 14:00

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Eurobank repurchases over 1.5 million shares

Eurobank S.A. on Monday announced that it repurchased 1,528,806 own shares between April 20 and April 24, 2026, as part of its ongoing share buyback programme. The programme, which commenced following an announcement on December 12, 2025, was approved by the extraordinary general meeting of shareholders on October 22, 2025, in line with Article 49 […]

27.04.2026 13:59

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Celestyal sees business more than double after Strait of Hormuz escape

Celestyal’s two cruise ships have safely returned to the Mediterranean after transiting the Strait of Hormuz and the Suez Canal, clearing the way for the company to restart its summer sailings from Athens at the beginning of May.  The company confirmed that Celestyal Discovery and Celestyal Journey will now make their way to Athens, where they are expected to […]

27.04.2026 13:53

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Columbia Group names Andreas Hadjipetrou new CEO

Columbia Group has appointed Andreas Hadjipetrou as its new Chief Executive Officer, with Demetris Chrysostomou named Deputy Chief Executive Officer, the company announced.  Hadjipetrou, a longstanding member of the organisation, has been with Columbia for nearly 30 years and most recently served as Chief Commercial Officer.  The group said his appointment brings “deep operational knowledge, strong leadership and continuity” to the role, while Chrysostomou is expected to further strengthen Colum

27.04.2026 13:50

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Gap widens between AI leaders and struggling businesses, says PwC

Three-quarters of AI’s economic gains are being captured by just 20 per cent of companies, with leading businesses using the technology to drive growth rather than simply improve productivity, according to consulting and advisory firm PwC. The firm’s new AI Performance study found that 74 per cent of AI’s economic value is being captured by just […]

27.04.2026 13:38

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Sky Masters appointed General Sales Agent of DAN AIR in Cyprus

We are pleased to announce that as of April 2026, Sky Masters has been appointed as the General Sales Agent (GSA) of DAN AIR in Cyprus. The airline will commence direct flights between Larnaca and Bucharest twice weekly, every Wednesday and Sunday, as well as between Larnaca and Bacău, also twice weekly on Thursdays and […]

27.04.2026 13:34

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What to stream in May?

Remarkably Bright Creatures Sometimes, the only thing you need to say to convince me to watch a show is just a few words. Especially if those words are: “wise, gentle octopus delivers life lessons about loss, and it is voiced by Alfred Molina.” Good enough for me. One of the more unusual literary adaptations in […]

27.04.2026 13:30

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Bowlers continue to set the tone in the Cyprus T20 Cup

Bowlers once again stole the spotlight at the 2026 Cyprus Cricket T20 Cup, presented by Hurry Curry, as a thrilling Super Sunday featuring 14 teams delivered high drama, highlighted by Markhor’s dramatic super over victory against Gujrat Lions. Chasing a target of 11 in the super over, Markhor got there on the penultimate delivery without […]

27.04.2026 13:21

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Cyprus fuel sales surge in March despite price volatility

Petroleum product sales surged by 18.6 per cent year-on-year in March 2026, reflecting strong demand despite ongoing volatility in fuel prices. According the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), total sales reached 127,272 tonnes during this time, with significant increases recorded across most fuel categories, pointing to heightened activity in both transport and energy consumption. The sharpest […]

27.04.2026 13:15

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Dozens of phones, drugs seized in intensified prison checks

Dozens of mobile phones, narcotics and other prohibited items have been confiscated at the central prisons over the past four months, as part of intensified and thorough inspections carried out inside the facility and at visitor entry points, the justice ministry said on Monday. The ministry noted that the checks, which have been ongoing since […]

27.04.2026 13:11

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Heatwave Fitness Festival wraps third annual edition

The third annual Heatwave Fitness Festival returned to the Molos seafront over April 25-26, 2026, delivering two days of high-energy workouts, music and community spirit that brought the island’s fitness scene to life. With doors opening at 9am each day, attendees showed up in full force and left, quite simply, over the moon. This year […]

27.04.2026 13:05

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Government heralds ‘strategic’ French defence pact

Cyprus is moving towards the signing of a Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) with France in June, formalising an expanded defence and security partnership that government officials describe as the closest level of bilateral relations between the two countries to date. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said the agreement represents the next step in deepening Franco-Cypriot […]

27.04.2026 13:01

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Cyprus average earnings hit €2,605 but median salary reveals true picture

Almost half of non-Cypriot workers earn less than €1,500 The average monthly earnings of employees in Cyprus rose to €2,605 in 2025, according to a report based on provisional data published by the state statistical service (Cystat). However, the median salary stood significantly lower at €1,968, highlighting disparities in income distribution. The distinction is important […]

27.04.2026 12:46

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Avlona community reports repeated buffer zone breaches to UN

A Turkish settler re-entered a designated “frozen area” within the United Nations buffer zone in Avlona on Monday, carrying out unauthorised agricultural activity despite intervention by peacekeeping forces, according to local authorities. The incident, confirmed by Avlona community leader Menelaos Savva, involved the same individual who had been removed from the area last Sunday after […]

27.04.2026 12:43

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