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Limassol music tech firm plans future acquisitions, innovative products

Limassol-headquartered Muse Group, a global leader in music education and technology, has announced the start of a new phase in its development following the conclusion of a two-year investment partnership with Francisco Partners. The investment firm, which first acquired a minority stake in the company in 2023, has now successfully exited its investment. During the […]

10.06.2026 10:57

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Four children of Hamas suspect serve in Cyprus security forces

One of the individuals arrested in Cyprus in connection with an alleged Hamas cell has four children serving in the republic’s security forces, including a police officer and three members of the National Guard. The suspect, a Cypriot national of Palestinian origin in his fifties, is the father of a serving police officer and three […]

10.06.2026 10:50

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Cyprus tax officials to patrol beaches to catch tax evaders

Cyprus businesses warned over tax receipt compliance Cyprus’ Tax Department is preparing a wave of extensive inspections in businesses operating in coastal areas during July and August, as part of measures introduced under the government’s tax reform programme aimed at tackling tax evasion. According to a report released on Tuesday by Philenews, the inspections will […]

10.06.2026 10:40

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The end of trapped buyers?

By Eleni Philippou I have been practising property law in Cyprus, and in Paphos in particular, for more than twenty years, and the most persistent problem I have dealt with in that time is the trapped buyer: the client who paid in full for a home, sometimes a decade ago, and still cannot get a […]

10.06.2026 10:35

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UFL Mobile targets football gaming’s big league

Cyprus-headquartered gaming company Strikerz Inc. CEO and co-founder Eugene Nashilov has said the company wants UFL Mobile to become one of the world’s top three football games, as the free-to-play title moves deeper into its global soft launch and prepares for a wider rollout later this year.  Speaking to GamingonPhone, Nashilov presented UFL not as a short-term alternative to the football gaming […]

10.06.2026 10:30

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UNIC honours pioneering longevity science researcher David Sinclair

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) held an official conferment ceremony on June 5, 2026, during which it awarded the title of Doctor of Philosophy Honoris Causa to internationally renowned scientist and Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School, David A. Sinclair. The honorary distinction was conferred by UNIC’s School of Life and Health Sciences in […]

10.06.2026 10:23

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Banking delegation showcases Cyprus economy in Brussels

A delegation from the Association of Cyprus Banks (ACB) spent the past two days in Brussels, where it presented the positive performance of the Cypriot economy and banking sector to a number of professionals, authorities and organisations. According to a report by Politis, the delegation included ACB director general Marios Skandalis, Bank of Cyprus deputy […]

10.06.2026 10:10

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Congolese community on the march in Cyprus

A march in Larnaca last Saturday by the Congolese community in memory of Christian Ndjondo, who died on May 27 after falling from a third-floor balcony during a police immigration raid.

10.06.2026 10:03

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SCALE debuts new culinary journeys, with Italy its first destination

In an atmosphere infused with Mediterranean warmth, Italian elegance and SCALE’s distinctive design-led aesthetic, the award-winning restaurant officially unveiled the first phase of a new gastronomic journey on the evening of June 4, 2026, introducing SCALE Chapters to the public. Distinguished guests, institutional representatives, partners, media, influencers and friends of the restaurant experienced first-hand the […]

10.06.2026 10:00

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Della and an orchestra live at a church

St. Paul’s Cathedral in Nicosia becomes the venue to host a special live music concert this Saturday as award-winning Cypriot musician Della, returns to Cyprus a one-off show alongside an orchestra, held in the beautiful church. Following her recent European shows and MME Award win, and a current nomination for a Madame Figaro award in […]

10.06.2026 10:00

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Yellow warning for isolated heavy thunderstorms with hail

A yellow warning for isolated heavy thunderstorms on Wednesday has been issued by the Meteorological Department. The warning is valid from 11am till 6pm and the thunderstorms are expected to affect mainly mountainous and inland areas. Hail can be expected during the thunderstorms. The precipitation rate is likely to exceed 35mm per hour.

10.06.2026 09:54

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Twelve killed, nine injured in Johannesburg shooting, South African police say

At least 12 people were killed and nine injured on Tuesday evening when gunmen opened fire at an informal settlement in Cleveland, east of Johannesburg, police said on Wednesday. Police said in a statement that they had launched a manhunt for more than 10 suspects following the attack at the Jumpers informal settlement. The motive […]

10.06.2026 09:48

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Columbia Beach Resort receives five awards at Cyprus Tourism Awards 2025

Columbia Beach Resort has received five awards at the Cyprus Tourism Awards 2025, adding to its long-standing record of distinctions and reinforcing its position among Cyprus’ leading luxury hospitality destinations. Located in the iconic Bay of Pissouri, the five-star all-suite resort received five awards in total, including three Gold Awards in categories that reflect the […]

10.06.2026 09:39

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Tychikos supporters at the ready to boo new bishop

Supporters of deposed bishop of Paphos Tychikos are planning to stage a protest and boo new bishop Gregorios as he is ordained on Thursday at St Barnabas church in Nicosia, during the morning liturgy. In posts on social media, supporters have called for people to also participate in the protest scheduled for 6pm outside the […]

10.06.2026 09:15

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Bank of Cyprus adds real-time merchant location feature

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) has introduced a new feature for cardholders that allows customers to view the location of merchants in real time for every payment made through the bank’s cards. The enhancement is available through the BoC Mobile App and Internet Banking, providing users with more detailed information about their transactions. According to […]

10.06.2026 09:04

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Man arrested at Larnaca airport on pending US warrant

A 33-year-old man was arrested at Larnaca airport on Tuesday on an arrest warrant issued in the United States for financial crimes, the police announced on Wednesday. The police said the man will be taken before the Limassol district court on Wednesday to begin extradition procedures. Police investigations are ongoing.

10.06.2026 08:31

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Police investigating attempted murder in Polemidia stabbing, suspect at large

The police have secured an arrest warrant against a person believed to be involved in Tuesday’s Kato Polemidia stabbing and are investigating attempted murder. At 2pm on Tuesday, the Limassol general hospital informed the police that a 23-year-old had been taken by ambulance to the hospital and was being operated on for abdominal wounds caused […]

10.06.2026 08:26

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Belfast knife attack sparks anti-immigrant protests, vehicles set alight

Hundreds of anti-immigrant protesters took to the streets of Belfast on Tuesday, with some setting vehicles alight, after police charged a Sudanese man over a knife attack that left one person with serious neck and head wounds. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the attack, which took place in north Belfast late on Monday evening, […]

10.06.2026 08:16

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Eleven arrested overnight, 84 drivers booked for speeding

Eleven individuals were arrested in overnight police operations, mainly for possession of drugs, theft and causing grievous bodily harm. The police said 473 vehicles were pulled over, and their drivers and 201 passengers were checked, resulting in 304 reports concerning traffic offences. Of these, 84 were for speeding. One driver was reported for drink driving […]

10.06.2026 07:59

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Car damaged in Paphos repair shop fire

A fire at a car repair shop on Wednesday in Paphos caused extensive damage to a car parked outside. The police said the fire was reported at 2.10am and was put out by the fire brigade. The damage mainly to the front of the car has not yet been estimated. Investigations into the cause of […]

10.06.2026 07:47

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US denies Somali World Cup soccer referee entry because of ‘security threat’

The Trump administration said on Tuesday the United States had denied Somali soccer referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan entry for the World Cup because of his links to “suspected members of terror organizations”. The administration’s strict immigration policies have been a point of concern ahead of the World Cup, with Washington imposing a sweeping travel ban […]

10.06.2026 07:47

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Iran says it attacked US base in Jordan and 21 Gulf targets after American strikes

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they had carried out attacks against a U.S. base in Jordan and 21 other targets in the Gulf on Wednesday in retaliation for American strikes around the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian media reported. The clashes mark one of the biggest exchanges in hostilities since the two countries agreed to a ceasefire […]

10.06.2026 07:43

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Mainly sunny with rain in the afternoon

Wednesday starts off mainly sunny, with clouds expected to start gathering from noon onwards, yielding local showers and isolated thunderstorms with hail in the mountains and inland. Winds will be a gentle to moderate breeze of 3 to 4 Beaufort, and in the southeast a fresh breeze of 5 Beaufort, over slight to moderate seas. […]

10.06.2026 07:38

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Cyprus Business Now: banking, shipping, space, trade, Cyta, Ecofin, energy

The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU advanced key transport and maritime files in Luxembourg on Monday, as ministers adopted conclusions on European shipping and ports, while also discussing cleaner mobility, supply chain resilience and the sector’s decarbonisation path beyond 2030.  The Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council, in its transport formation, was held on June 8, 2026, and was chaired […]

10.06.2026 07:30

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