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President lays foundation stone for Polemidia affordable housing project

The government’s commitment to facilitating affordable housing is demonstrated by concrete results, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday as he laid the foundation stone for the Adonis III project in Polemidia, Limassol. “Our policy is based on a comprehensive framework, very specific plans, and I’m genuinely glad that we can deliver tangible results,” the president […]

09.06.2026 17:44

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Water outage in Pano Lefkara

The Larnaca district government (EOA) on Tuesday announced a water outage in parts of Pano Lefkara between 7am and 3pm on Wednesday due to improvement works on the water supply networks. “[Consumers are urged] to be particularly careful in their water use, in order to be able to satisfy their needs from the water they […]

09.06.2026 17:41

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Court hears welfare supervisor’s role challenged in Stylianos case

Questions over the responsibility of a senior social services official in the handling of the case of 14-year-old Stylianos Constantinou dominated proceedings before the Nicosia district court on Tuesday, as defence lawyers challenged evidence regarding alleged omissions preceding the teenager’s death in 2019. The hearing centred on the cross examination of criminal investigator Andreas Andreou […]

09.06.2026 17:32

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Fires in Dali and Paleometocho under control

The fire brigade on Tuesday afternoon responded to two fires in the area of Dali and Paleometocho in the Nicosia district. “We responded and are operating with four staffed fire engines from the Nicosia fire stations,” said fire service spokesman Andreas Kettis. According to Kettis, the first fire broke out in bales of hay loaded […]

09.06.2026 17:11

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Man gets life sentence for Limassol double murder case

The Limassol criminal court on Tuesday sentenced a 24-year-old man to life in prison for the murder of two men in Limassol in 2024. The man was found guilty of committing a double murder of 39-year-old Andreas Kouzoupis and 38-year-old David Chmelar from Slovakia, who were found in a charred vehicle off the Parekklisia-Kellaki road […]

09.06.2026 17:06

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Cyta hosts forum on responsible governance in Cyprus

Telecommunications provider Cyta on Tuesday held a conference in Nicosia on responsible governance, bringing together representatives from the state, the business community, organisations and the media to discuss the role of corporate governance in strengthening trust, accountability and value creation. The event, entitled “Responsible Governance, Values in Action”, took place at the amphitheatre of Cyta’s […]

09.06.2026 16:43

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Why BulkQuant is becoming a notable AI trading bot platform for crypto, forex, and stock traders in 2026

Disclaimer: This article is sponsored by BulkQuant. It is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, or a guarantee of trading results. AI-assisted trading, quantitative strategies, crypto trading, forex trading, and stock market automation involve substantial financial risk. Users should review all platform terms, account rules, and risk settings […]

09.06.2026 16:30

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Climate Justice Week to bring workshops, forums and public discussions

Friends of the Earth Cyprus will host Climate Justice Week from Wednesday to Monday, featuring free workshops, discussions, forums and cultural events to promote environmental democracy and social participation. The organisation said the initiative comes at a time when democracy, environmental protection and rights are facing increasing challenges. Climate justice extends beyond environmental issues to […]

09.06.2026 16:27

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Classified prison document trial adjourned till Friday

The trial of the theft of documents from the central prisons got another adjournment on Tuesday, as it emerged that the prosecution had not submitted to the court all the documents previously indicated. At an earlier hearing, Nicosia criminal court had instructed prosecutors to share with it some 2,900 documents, so that the court can […]

09.06.2026 16:23

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Israel kills eight in strike on Lebanon; US rescues helicopter crew from Hormuz

Israel struck the historic port city of Tyre in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, killing at least eight people, the Lebanese health ministry said. On Monday, Israel and Iran halted direct attacks on each other after an appeal by U.S. President Donald Trump for them to stop, but Tehran said it would resume hostilities if Israel […]

09.06.2026 16:20

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EU to examine reported Turkish harassment of aircraft carrying defence ministers to Cyprus

The European Commission said on Tuesday it was examining reports of interference with aircraft carrying European defence ministers to Cyprus, while remaining in contact with the government. Speaking during the Commission’s daily briefing, European External Action Service spokeswoman Anita Hipper confirmed Brussels was aware of the matter and had begun gathering information. “We have seen […]

09.06.2026 16:17

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Limassol man loses €90,000 in online car sale scam

A 59-year-old man lost €90,000 after falling victim to an online car sale scam, police said on Tuesday. The man recently spotted a vehicle advertised for sale on an online buying and selling platform and contacted the company that appeared to be offering it. After discussions with the alleged seller, he agreed to purchase the […]

09.06.2026 16:12

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Cabinet approves 3.5 million cubic metres of additional water supply

The council of ministers on Tuesday approved the allocation of an additional 3.5 million cubic metres of water for irrigation, with 2 million cubic metres allocated for the wider Paphos region and an additional 1.5 million cubic metres for the southern conveyor project. The agriculture ministry said the revision of the distribution of water reserves […]

09.06.2026 15:59

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Dozens die of thirst in Sahara desert after truck breakdown

Nearly 50 people died of thirst after a truck carrying them from Mali to Niger broke down in the Sahara desert, local authorities said. The Nigerien nationals were returning home to their families when the truck carrying them got lost and later broke down in a remote area near the borders of Mali and Algeria, […]

09.06.2026 15:54

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Man wanted over €10m jewellery theft

Police are searching for a 54-year-old man after the reported theft of jewellery worth nearly €10 million, according to a complaint filed with the Limassol police on Tuesday. The owner of a foreign jewellery company told police he had handed over jewellery valued at €9.882 million to the suspect for sale to potential buyers. The […]

09.06.2026 15:50

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Man found stabbed in Kato Polemidia

A 23-year-old man was found with abdominal injuries in an open area in Kato Polemidia, Limassol, shortly before 2.30pm, police said on Tuesday. The man’s injuries had possibly been caused by a sharp object. The man was taken by ambulance to Limassol general hospital, where he underwent surgery. The circumstances of the injury remain unclear […]

09.06.2026 15:45

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Not the loudest coin: Why Litecoin still works for payments

Litecoin occupies a unique position in the cryptocurrency market. While newer projects often attract attention through emerging technologies, growing ecosystems, or market speculation, Litecoin has remained relevant through a much simpler approach: consistency. For more than a decade, the network has continued to process transactions, maintain broad support across exchanges and wallets, and serve as […]

09.06.2026 15:44

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Migration ministry presents new voluntary return plan for Syrians

The deputy migration ministry on Tuesday presented a new plan to assist the voluntary return of Syrian families to their homeland including financial incentives of up to €2,000 per person. “Those who are not entitled to asylum should immediately depart the Republic of Cyprus. Those who choose to join this plan can do so with […]

09.06.2026 15:40

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Parliament approves selection team ahead of vote on committee leadership

Parliamentary agreed on Tuesday to the composition of the selection committee that will oversee the allocation of parliamentary committee chairmanships, ahead of its election by the House plenum this Thursday. The agreement follows the first formal meeting of party leaders chaired by reinstated House President Annita Demetriou, during which the structure of the committee and […]

09.06.2026 15:35

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Ancient Cypriot vase repatriated from Canada

A Cypriot ceramic vase nearly 4,000 years old was returned to Cyprus from Canada on Tuesday, after it had been listed for sale at an online auction. The Department of Antiquities said the artefact, a hemispherical flask of black-polished pottery with engraved decoration, dates to around 1900BC, during the Early Cypriot III–Middle Cypriot I period. […]

09.06.2026 15:24

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NBG Cyprus strengthens leadership team with new appointment

The National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) on Tuesday announced the appointment of Nicolas Prentzas as general manager and chief operations officer, strengthening its management team in Cyprus as part of its strategy for continuous development and digital transformation. The bank said the move forms part of its broader focus on operational excellence and accelerating its digital […]

09.06.2026 15:15

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Cypriot composer turns Shanghai’s sounds into groundbreaking audiovisual opera

By Karen Taylor Meaning City on the Sea, Shanghai is one of the most populous cities in China. A technological and financial hub, it is fast paced and high tech. It is also noisy. But what is this noise made up of? This is a question posed by Cypriot composer Marios Joannou Elia, whose latest […]

09.06.2026 15:15

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Cyprus trade deficit widens as exports fall in early 2026

Cyprus’ trade deficit widened during the first four months of 2026, according to figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), as imports increased and exports declined compared with the same period last year. The latest data showed that the country’s trade deficit reached €3.05 billion in the January to April 2026 period, up from […]

09.06.2026 15:06

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Hybrid cars dominate Cyprus market as EV share rises

Registrations of motor vehicles in Cyprus increased during the first five months of 2026, with hybrid and electric cars continuing to strengthen their position in the market, according to a report from the state statistical service (Cystat). The figures showed that electrified vehicles accounted for the majority of new passenger car registrations, reflecting a broader […]

09.06.2026 15:01

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