Driver reported for damaging municipal property in Protaras
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Driver reported for damaging municipal property in Protaras

A driver has been reported by police for causing damage to municipal property in Protaras. According to an announcement by the Paralimni-Deryneia municipality, the incident occurred on the evening of Wednesday, April 8, when a vehicle struck stainless steel bollards that had recently been installed on pavements to improve pedestrian safety and prevent illegal parking, […]

10.04.2026 16:05
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Akel condemns poster desecration in Polis as ‘intimidation tactic’
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Akel condemns poster desecration in Polis as ‘intimidation tactic’

Akel’s paphos branch condemned what it described as acts of vandalism targeting election material in Polis Chrysochous, reporting that unknown individuals defaced candidates’ posters with swastikas and other hate symbols during the night. In a statement issued on Friday, the party’s district committee said the incident represents “absolute depravity” and constitutes an organised attempt to […]

10.04.2026 15:57
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Turkey’s Yilmaz accuses Greek Cypriots of rejecting solution
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Turkey’s Yilmaz accuses Greek Cypriots of rejecting solution

Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz claimed on Friday that Greek Cypriots are not sincere in efforts to resolve the Cyprus problem, reiterating Ankara’s support for a two-state solution. Speaking during a joint press conference in Ankara with the north’s ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel, Yilmaz said Greek Cypriots “never wanted and do not want to share […]

10.04.2026 15:48
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Argyris museum launches interactive art workshop inspired by EU presidency values
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Argyris museum launches interactive art workshop inspired by EU presidency values

The Costas Argyrou Museum is organising an experiential workshop titled “Shaping the Bridge of the Mediterranean”, an interactive artistic initiative inspired by the work of Costas Argyrou and the values of Cyprus’ 2026 presidency of the Council of the European Union. Speaking to CNA, museum curator Andreas Hadjiloukas said the workshop has been designed and […]

10.04.2026 15:42
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Restaurant review: Simple but well executed all day dining spot
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Restaurant review: Simple but well executed all day dining spot

At some point, without really noticing when it happened, meeting friends stops being about late nights and turns into something far more civilised. These days, it is more likely to be “let’s meet for brunch” than anything resembling a Saturday night out. That was exactly the case this time. A long-overdue catch-up, a Saturday morning, […]

10.04.2026 15:30
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Archbishop calls on voters to keep survival of country in mind
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Archbishop calls on voters to keep survival of country in mind

Amid the war in the Middle East and ongoing efforts to reach a bizonal solution to the Cyprus problem – which he said he opposes – Archbishop of Cyprus Georgios has urged voters to approach the May 24 parliamentary elections with a sense of responsibility rather than protest. “Aware of the critical nature of the […]

10.04.2026 15:08
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Epitaphs to converge at Eleftheria Square bridge on Good Friday
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Epitaphs to converge at Eleftheria Square bridge on Good Friday

A deeply reverent Good Friday Greek Orthodox Easter tradition will once again bring together hundreds of people in the heart of Nicosia, as the customary meeting of the Epitaphs takes place at Eleftheria Square. The event is scheduled to take place at 9.30pm, at the bridge of Eleftheria Square, following the procession of the Epitaphs […]

10.04.2026 14:31
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Festival organisers warn of funding delays
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Festival organisers warn of funding delays

Several organisers of cultural events, including festivals and performances, have told the Cyprus Mail that delays in the deputy culture ministry’s funding approvals are causing serious concern for their 2026 programmes. “We just submitted our application for this summer,” said one festival organiser, who asked not to be named over fears the ministry might not […]

10.04.2026 14:15
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Ministry confirms maturation date for Cyprus treasury bills
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Ministry confirms maturation date for Cyprus treasury bills

The Finance Ministry’s public debt management office has announced that treasury bills under issue TB13A26 will mature on April 24, 2026. The ministry confirmed that the last day of trading for the instruments will be April 20, 2026. The announcement relates to the period 23 January 2026 to April 24, 2026, marking the scheduled maturity […]

10.04.2026 13:54
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Fury insists he’s still the man to beat on return to the ring
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Fury insists he’s still the man to beat on return to the ring

Former world champion Tyson Fury said he remains the man to beat in the heavyweight division as he prepares to return to the ring against Arslanbek Makhmudov on Saturday. Boisterous Fury promised fans a knockout win over the bear-fighting Russian at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. “I’ll knock his head right off his two shoulders,” Fury told […]

10.04.2026 13:44
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London clubbers’ waning thirst for alcohol forces nightlife industry to get more creative
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London clubbers’ waning thirst for alcohol forces nightlife industry to get more creative

Diminishing demand for late-night drinking and rising operating costs mean London’s nightclubs are having to work harder than ever to keep their doors open. Younger generations of partygoers are demanding more than just access to after-hours alcohol, forcing clubbing venues to focus on providing an ‘experience’ and to reinvent themselves with daytime parties, food and […]

10.04.2026 13:35
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Record number of candidates expected for parliamentary elections
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Record number of candidates expected for parliamentary elections

A record number of candidates are expected to stand in next month’s parliamentary elections, interior ministry permanent secretary Elikkos Elia said on Friday. He told the Cyprus News Agency that five years ago, a total of 651 candidates stood for election, of whom 160 were women. “I estimate that this year we will have more […]

10.04.2026 13:27
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Israeli agency ‘proud’ to have uncovered Christodoulides corruption footage
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Israeli agency ‘proud’ to have uncovered Christodoulides corruption footage

The Israeli private intelligence agency which was behind a video which alleged campaign finance lawbreaking on the part of President Nikos Christodoulides and his associates on Friday said it is “proud” of the work it carried out. Black Cube, which was founded in 2010 by former Israeli intelligence officers Dan Zorella and Avi Yanus, told the Cyprus […]

10.04.2026 13:19
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Cyprus warns of fake emails posing as social insurance agency

Cyprus warns of fake emails posing as social insurance agency

The Social Insurance Services has warned that a fake email is being sent in bulk, falsely claiming to come from the agency and attempting to steal money from citizens’ bank accounts. The message tells recipients their benefit payment has been approved and asks for bank account details to charge a supposed €10 processing fee. The […]

10.04.2026 13:15
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Cyprus studios join global push to reshape gaming industry
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Cyprus studios join global push to reshape gaming industry

Five game development studios, including Cyprus-based companies in Limassol and Nicosia, have announced the creation of Nova Assembly, a developer-led holding aimed at reshaping the global gaming industry. The initiative brings together Limassol-based studios Unfrozen, Sad Cat, VEA Games, and Weappy, along with Nicosia-based Game Garden, placing Cyprus at the centre of the new alliance. […]

10.04.2026 13:14
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Missing person from 1964 violence laid to rest
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Missing person from 1964 violence laid to rest

A funeral service was held on Friday for Resat Ahmet, who was one of four men killed when the taxi in which they were riding was ambushed during intercommunal violence in Larnaca in 1964. The remains of Ahmet’s body had been found by the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) during excavations in the Larnaca district […]

10.04.2026 12:39
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Freedom24 sets out European expansion plans in Astana
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Freedom24 sets out European expansion plans in Astana

Freedom24 Executive Director Evgenii Tiapkin on Thursday, April 9, presented the company’s European strategy and platform development on the main stage at the Freedom Inside event in Astana. The session provided a detailed overview of Freedom24’s ten-year journey as a regulated broker, focusing on its operations serving retail clients across the European Union. The company […]

10.04.2026 12:33
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Cyprus economy can overcome crises through collective effort, says chamber head
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Cyprus economy can overcome crises through collective effort, says chamber head

Cyprus can navigate its current economic hardships through the same collective effort that has defined its past recoveries, the head of the country’s largest business group said in an Easter message aimed at bolstering national morale. Stavros Stavrou, president of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve), called for “unity and consistency” between the […]

10.04.2026 12:28
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Prepare for a super healthy Spring
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Prepare for a super healthy Spring

Quinoa with Asparagus, Peas and Lemon If you’re looking for a healthy spring recipe, this quinoa-based dish is a great alternative to traditional risotto. Quinoa is naturally high in protein and fibre, making it a lighter yet more nutritious base while still feeling satisfying. Paired with asparagus, peas and fresh herbs, it’s bright, seasonal and […]

10.04.2026 12:15
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Young people in Cyprus record highest social network usage in EU
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Young people in Cyprus record highest social network usage in EU

Young people in Cyprus recorded the highest social network usage in the EU, with 98.3 per cent of those aged 16 to 29 reporting active use, according to a report from Eurostat. The findings revealed that online social networks remain highly popular among young Europeans, with 89.3 per cent of individuals aged 16 to 29 […]

10.04.2026 12:06
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