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Eight-day remand extended for two suspects in Paphos arson case

The Paphos court ordered the renewal of detention for a further eight days for a 41-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man on Friday, who are under investigation for conspiracy to commit a felony, arson and other offences. The two suspects were initially arrested on April 15 following an early-morning operation in Paphos. They were reportedly […]

24.04.2026 16:22

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How to keep your website fast, secure, and online around the clock

Choosing reliable web hosting services Cheap hosting looks great until everything falls apart. It’s like buying a car from someone’s backyard because the price seems amazing, then discovering the engine falls out after two weeks. Decent hosting costs more upfront, but good hosts actually maintain their servers, fix problems quickly, and hire support staff who […]

24.04.2026 16:20

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CBC sets reference interest rate at 11.72 per cent

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday announced the reference interest rate, under article 314A of the Cyprus Criminal Code, has been set at 11.72 per cent. The CBC stated that the rate is determined in accordance with the provisions governing lending practices and financial transactions. In addition, CBC confirmed that the reference interest […]

24.04.2026 16:12

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Turkey’s Istanbul Park to host F1 from 2027

President Tayyip Erdogan, F1 Chief Executive Officer Stefano Domenicali and the president of the sport’s governing body FIA, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, officially announced the agreement at an event in Istanbul’s Dolmabahce Palace, as a promotional F1 car roared through the streets of Turkey’s biggest city. In a statement, F1 said it had reached an agreement […]

24.04.2026 15:57

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Arsenal face must-win clash with Newcastle as Premier League title race tightens

Arsenal walk into Saturday’s Premier League clash with Newcastle United with their margin for error gone, knowing that any stumble at the Emirates could prove fatal to their title hopes. Mikel Arteta’s side go into the weekend knowing that anything less than victory at the Emirates would hand the initiative straight back to Manchester City, […]

24.04.2026 15:53

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Ecologists demand answers over shooting of dog in Nisou

A case of alleged animal abuse is under police investigation after a dog was found shot and seriously injured in the Nicosia district. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday in the Pera Chorio area of Nisou, was brought to public attention on Friday by the Ecologists, which described the act as a “serious incident of […]

24.04.2026 15:52

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Real estate association calls for legal framework after deadly collapse

In the aftermath of the collapse of a building in Limassol, which killed two people, the Real Estate Development Association has called for the administration framework for co-owned buildings to be urgently updated. “The absence of a modern framework leaves gaps that place human lives in danger and any further delay in taking decisions cannot […]

24.04.2026 15:48

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Cypriot workers send aid to Cuba amid solidarity drive

Baby milk and medical supplies are set to be sent to Cuba in the coming days, after being handed over on Tuesday by PEO to the country’s ambassador in Cyprus, Ruben Pino Martinez. The donation follows an appeal by the World Federation of Trade Unions and the Cyprus-Cuba Friendship Association to support the Cuban people. […]

24.04.2026 15:39

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Restaurant review: Top Asian eatery that won’t leave you destitute

The day before I visited ChimChim, I was still racking my brain for a new place to try out. You see, while Limassol isn’t short of dining options, I’ve become increasingly leery when a new restaurant pops up. Because until proven otherwise, I expect to leave either hungry or destitute. So, when a friend casually […]

24.04.2026 15:33

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US, Iran peace talks could resume in Pakistan; Iran’s foreign minister due

Peace talks between Iran and the United States could resume soon in Pakistan, where Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi was expected to arrive on Friday night, three Pakistani sources said. Two of the sources, from the Pakistani government, said a U.S. logistics and security team was already in place for potential talks. There was no […]

24.04.2026 15:29

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Millwall receive apology over use of club badge in anti-racism booklet

Promotion-chasing Millwall have received an apology from Westminster Council after the club’s badge was used in an illustration depicting a white supremacist in a children’s anti-racism booklet distributed in primary schools. Millwall’s Supporters’ Club said on X that legal action was still being considered after a ‘serious misuse’ of its registered rampant lion badge — […]

24.04.2026 15:25

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Cyprus youth lag behind EU in online political participation

Cyprus recorded a 22.2 per cent rate of online political and social participation among young people in 2025, placing the country slightly below the European Union average. The data released by Eurostat on Friday, indicates that just over one in five individuals aged 16 to 29 in Cyprus engage digitally in civic life, including expressing […]

24.04.2026 15:05

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Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US

The sovereignty of the Falkland Islands rests with Britain, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday after an internal Pentagon email suggested reviewing the U.S. position on the Falklands as punishment for Britain’s stance on the Iran war. “We could not be clearer about the UK’s position on the Falkland Islands. It […]

24.04.2026 15:00

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Paralimni secures funding for anti-flood works worth over €14m

Anti-flood works in Paralimni will be going ahead with a budget of €14,280,000, funded by the finance ministry and the EU’s Thalia 2021-2027 social cohesion programme, the Famagusta district government organisation (EOA) announced on Friday. The infrastructure strengthens the areas’ anti-flood protection, improves the management of rainwater and promotes the safety of people and property, […]

24.04.2026 14:59

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Pensioners demand equal rights for all widowers

Pensioners’ organisations have demanded the “immediate lifting of an injustice against widowers” so that their rights are “equal for all”, regardless of the date of death of their spouse. In a letter said to the labour ministry and the cabinet, the organisations said the state should take a “clear stance on the issue without further […]

24.04.2026 14:53

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Larnaca mayor inspects Makarios avenue upgrade works in Livadia

Larnaca mayor Andreas Vyras on Tuesday inspected ongoing works as part of the urban redevelopment project along part of Makarios avenue in Livadia. Joined by Livadia deputy mayor Marios Armenis, Vyras was briefed on the progress of the project by the contractor, S. Hadjichristofi Construction Ltd, as well as by the design team from George […]

24.04.2026 14:35

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Peristerona hosts the 2nd Love Run

The Peristerona community organises a charity running event on May 2 to pay tribute to the memory of its beloved member, the late Constantinos Hadjimichael. In his honour, his family and wider community present the 2nd Constantineios Love Run, a day of celebration, wellness, music and food, raising funds for the Day Care Centre for […]

24.04.2026 14:15

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War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026

Conflict, drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026, with food insecurity expected to worsen in some of the world’s most fragile countries, according to the 2026 Global Report on Food Crises. The 10th edition of the hunger monitor, published by a coalition of development and humanitarian organisations, said that […]

24.04.2026 14:02

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Teens in Cyprus: ‘Don’t blame social media’

As the Cyprus government prepares a bill banning social media for the under-15s, we asked a selection of 13- and 14-year-olds at the American International School in Cyprus for their comments.

24.04.2026 14:01

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40 years after nuclear disaster, Ukraine’s Chernobyl plant is haunted by war

Denys Khomenko betrays no emotion recalling the night last year when a Russian strike drone tore into the protective arc covering the part of the Chernobyl nuclear plant that suffered the world’s worst nuclear disaster – narrowly avoiding another tragedy. Maintaining composure at all times was critical to the high-stakes job of keeping the stricken […]

24.04.2026 13:57

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Bank executives link future success to trust and talent

Senior executives from major Greek banking groups with operations in Cyprus used their participation at the Delphi Economic Forum to outline how trust, talent and artificial intelligence are reshaping the future of work in the financial sector. “Organisations that are trusted by employees will win more in the future, not necessarily those with the best […]

24.04.2026 13:47

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Prison documents trial delayed as court weighs access to classified material

Proceedings in the high-profile case concerning thousands of documents removed from the central prisons were adjourned on Friday, with the Nicosia criminal court setting May 5 as the next hearing. The postponement was granted due to the absence of a representative of the prosecution ‘for personal reasons’. During the hearing, defence lawyer Christos Triantafyllidis, representing […]

24.04.2026 13:46

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Judd Zebersky’s years of support bring smiles to kids at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

Long before Judd Zebersky became a leader in the toy industry, he and his wife, Laura, made a decision that would touch thousands of lives. They wanted to use their business to make all children smile. Judd and Laura Zebersky donated $2 million to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, contributing to the “Catch the Love” capital […]

24.04.2026 13:45

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Farmers seek presidential intervention over culling policy

Livestock farmers plan to formally request a meeting with Nikos Christodoulides, their spokesperson Stella Petrou said on Friday, as tensions continue over the mass culling of animals linked to the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. Petrou confirmed that a letter will be sent to the president seeking direct talks, with the primary demand being an immediate […]

24.04.2026 13:34

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