AmCham Cyprus reinforces innovation commitment with AI skills initiative
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AmCham Cyprus reinforces innovation commitment with AI skills initiative

The American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham) has announced its support for the UCLan Cyprus Alumni Global Skills Training and Networking Series 2025-2026, an initiative delivered with the backing of the US Embassy and the CYENS Centre of Excellence. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 18:00 to 20:30 at the […]

09.04.2026 07:40
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Cyprus Business Now: climate, shipping, Invest Cyprus, CySEC, Keravnos
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Cyprus Business Now: climate, shipping, Invest Cyprus, CySEC, Keravnos

Cyprus is entering a phase of full energy transition, with the government prioritising independence from imported fossil fuels as the “only realistic option” for economic stability, Energy Minister Michalis Damianos said on Wednesday. In his address at the 16th Nicosia Economic Congress, Damianos identified energy security as a top priority for the Republic in response to dramatic geopolitical […]

09.04.2026 07:30
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Drousiotis evidence will be sent immediately to Europol

Drousiotis evidence will be sent immediately to Europol

Evidence obtained following the allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis will be sent immediately to Europol for forensic examination, Justice and Public Order Minister Kostas Fytiris said. Speaking after a Cabinet meeting, where the progress of the investigations was discussed, Fytiris added that once the results are available, he will brief the Cabinet again in […]

09.04.2026 06:55
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Vassilico Cement to consider dividend proposal during meeting
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Vassilico Cement to consider dividend proposal during meeting

Vassilico Cement Works Public Company Ltd has announced that its board of directors meeting will take place on April 23, 2026 to examine key matters including the company’s annual financial results for 2025. The board will consider and approve the annual report and audited consolidated financial statements for the year 2025, as part of its […]

09.04.2026 06:50
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What’s on this weekend
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What’s on this weekend

It’s Easter weekend! As with any public holiday, we would have thought that events would take a pause, yet with the long weekend ahead, organisers have made sure to continue offering fun gatherings to enjoy the season, local tradition and the Easter period. Before the weekend arrives, Thursday night in Limassol will be all about […]

09.04.2026 06:40
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Cyprus Weather – Thursday 9th April

Cyprus Weather – Thursday 9th April

Periods of increased cloud cover are expected today, bringing scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms, mainly after midday. Hail is possible in storm‑affected areas. Winds will range from light to strong, at 3 to 5 Beaufort. Seas will be slight to rough. Temperatures will reach 23 C inland, in the southeast and along the eastern coast, […]

09.04.2026 06:39
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IT distributor Asbis sets date for annual general meeting
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IT distributor Asbis sets date for annual general meeting

The board of directors of ASBISc Enterprises PLC has announced the convening of its upcoming annual general shareholders meeting, due to take place on May 6, 2026 at 11:00 am CET at the company’s headquarters in Limassol. The Cyprus-based IT distributor, primarily known as Asbis, stated that the agenda includes the formal opening of the […]

09.04.2026 06:30
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Constantinou Bros to review 2025 financial results later this month
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Constantinou Bros to review 2025 financial results later this month

Constantinou Bros Hotels Public Company Ltd has announced that its board of directors meeting has been scheduled for April 29, 2026. The company, headquartered in Paphos, communicated the decision through a formal notification addressed to the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE). The meeting will focus on reviewing the financial performance for the year ended December 31, […]

09.04.2026 06:10
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Greek neobank scales operations following successful launch
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Greek neobank scales operations following successful launch

Paymentology, the global leader in issuer-processing, is spearheading a major expansion for Snappi as the Greek digital bank transitions from its market debut into a high-growth phase focused on product depth and operational scale. The institution has rapidly emerged as a heavyweight among Europe’s fully regulated digital banking entrants after securing a universal banking licence […]

09.04.2026 06:00
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Wildfire evacuation plan review for Larnaca, Limassol almost done
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Wildfire evacuation plan review for Larnaca, Limassol almost done

The reviewing process of the “Polyvios” evacuation plans ahead of the upcoming wildfire season is in progress and will be completed by the end of April, the interior ministry told the Cyprus Mail on Wednesday. “Civil Defence forces have been sent to the municipalities of all districts to review the plans,” the ministry said. As […]

09.04.2026 04:25
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Our View: US-Iran must keep talking as failure would be devastating
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Our View: US-Iran must keep talking as failure would be devastating

Mercifully, the whole civilisation did not die in the early hours of Wednesday as had been predicted by President Donald Trump. It will survive for at least another fortnight, the duration of the ceasefire agreed between Iran and the United States, which begin negotiations for an agreement to end the war permanently in Islamabad on […]

09.04.2026 04:00
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Barcelona and Liverpool in trouble after clinical displays by Atletico and PSG
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Barcelona and Liverpool in trouble after clinical displays by Atletico and PSG

Atletico Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain took significant strides towards the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday, securing commanding 2-0 first-leg victories over Barcelona and Liverpool respectively. At the Camp Nou, Atletico delivered a clinical performance to punish 10-man Barcelona, combining defensive discipline with ruthless finishing to seize control of the tie. Despite dominating possession for long […]

09.04.2026 02:02
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Israel launches heaviest strikes on Lebanon, 1.2 million displaced
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Israel launches heaviest strikes on Lebanon, 1.2 million displaced

Israel launched its heaviest bombardment of Lebanon since the start of its conflict with Hezbollah on Wednesday, as regional tensions deepened despite a fragile ceasefire between Tehran and Washington, and fresh violence in Gaza and diplomatic strains within NATO underscored the widening crisis. Continuous explosions struck Beirut as Israeli forces said they targeted more than […]

08.04.2026 22:38
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Alexui files complaints against seven police officers to Fitiris
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Alexui files complaints against seven police officers to Fitiris

Ioanna Photiou, known publicly as Annie Alexui, has submitted formal complaints against seven police officers, stating on Wednesday that she sent the material directly to Justice Minister Costas Fitiris while expressing frustration at the lack of response from authorities. In a video statement and accompanying correspondence, Alexui said she had proceeded with what she described […]

08.04.2026 22:00
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Drousiotis questions Christodoulides over hiring ‘Sandy’ to presidential office
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Drousiotis questions Christodoulides over hiring ‘Sandy’ to presidential office

Journalist and Volt candidate Makarios Drousiotis has raised further concerns over the handling of his allegations, claiming on Wednesday that President Nikos Christodoulides must clarify the circumstances under which a figure known as “Sandy” was hired at the presidential office. In a detailed public statement issued on Wednesday following a cabinet decision to send evidence […]

08.04.2026 21:28
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Kombos backs Lebanese sovereignty, calls for immediate de-escalation
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Kombos backs Lebanese sovereignty, calls for immediate de-escalation

Foreign minister Constantinos Kombos reaffirmed support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in a telephone conversation with his Lebanese counterpart Youssef Raghi, urging “immediate de-escalation by all parties”. According to his statement issued on social media on Wednesday, their contact centred on halting hostilities and protecting civilians amid ongoing Israeli strikes on Lebanese territory. Kombos […]

08.04.2026 21:05
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Kombos urges Israeli FM to ensure ceasefire including Lebanon
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Kombos urges Israeli FM to ensure ceasefire including Lebanon

Foreign minister Constantinos Kombos urged full implementation of the US-Iran ceasefire on Wednesday in a call with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Saar, warning that continued hostilities risk undermining fragile efforts to stabilise the region. Their talks centred on the scope of the truce and the need for restraint, particularly as fighting in Lebanon continues. “The […]

08.04.2026 20:47
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Ceasefire in Persian Gulf at risk as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz
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Ceasefire in Persian Gulf at risk as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz

Iran warned that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and that any ship attempting passage without permission from the Revolutionary Guards will be “targeted and destroyed,” escalating tensions just days after a conditional US-Iran ceasefire was agreed. Shipping brokerage SSY confirmed the message, transmitted on maritime alert channels, signalling a critical threat to global shipping […]

08.04.2026 19:58
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Katerina Vrana returns to Cyprus
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Katerina Vrana returns to Cyprus

Two nights of hilarious stand-up comedy are coming up this April as beloved Greek comedian Katerina Vrana returns to Cyprus for two post-Easter performances. Audiences in Limassol will have a chance to hear her new material first as Vrana performs at Laniteio Theatre on April 24, followed by a Nicosia show at Satiriko Theatre on […]

08.04.2026 19:52
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Stand-Up For Autism: comedy for a good cause
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Stand-Up For Autism: comedy for a good cause

A night not just for laughs but for a charitable cause as well is coming up this month as Motion Comedy collaborates with Voice for Autism. Together, they present the comedy night Stand-Up for Autism, raising funds to support the NGO Voice for Autism, which helps young adults with autism. The event returns for the […]

08.04.2026 19:43
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Cyprus amongst most stressed workforces in Europe, survey finds
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Cyprus amongst most stressed workforces in Europe, survey finds

More than half of employees in Cyprus report experiencing stress, placing the country among the most affected in Europe, according to new findings released Wednesday. Data from Gallup’s workplace report shows that 56 per cent of workers in Cyprus experience stress, one of the highest rates in Europe, behind Greece at 61 per cent and […]

08.04.2026 19:07
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Cyprus and Iran foreign ministers discuss path to peace following ceasefire
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Cyprus and Iran foreign ministers discuss path to peace following ceasefire

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos spoke by phone on Wednesday with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi to address the recent US-Iran ceasefire and its implications for regional stability. Taking to social media, Kombos emphasised the “imperative need to ensure a path for meaningful dialogue towards a comprehensive peace,” calling for sustained calm and cooperation. “De-escalation across […]

08.04.2026 19:03
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Seven new FMD cases detected in infected units
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Seven new FMD cases detected in infected units

The veterinary services confirmed on Wednesday that seven additional livestock units have tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease, authorities said Wednesday, pushing the total number of infected farms to 66 as containment efforts continue in affected areas. The agriculture ministry informed that new cases were confined to already impacted zones, with two units identified in Dromolaxia […]

08.04.2026 18:33
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