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Kitchen fire in Limassol causes extensive damage, two more fires in Nicosia

A kitchen caught fire on Friday afternoon in Mesa Yitonia, Limassol, causing damage to the whole house. The fire caused extensive damage to the kitchen and part of the electrical installation, while the rest of the house was affected by the smoke. The residents were not at home when the fire started. Initial inspections indicated […]

22.05.2026 21:21

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Two terrorism suspects arrested near Governor’s Beach

The police arrested two individuals on Friday on suspicion of terrorism. According to philenews, the two men are Palestinians and were arrested at their residence near Governor’s Beach. On searching their house, the police appear to have found explosive materials that would be used to create a bomb. The two men were taken before a […]

22.05.2026 20:55

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Meningitis ruled out for three hospitalised soldiers

Three hospitalised soldiers are being treated for a viral infection, while meningitis has been ruled out, defence ministry spokesman Christos Pieris confirmed on Friday. Pieris told the Cyprus News Agency that the Greek forces Eldyk soldier, who is being treated for meningitis at the Nicosia general hospital, is stable and does not have a fever. […]

22.05.2026 20:49

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Second Global Sumud Flotilla vessel sails into Paphos harbour

A second vessel from the Global Sumud Flotilla sailed into Kato Paphos harbour at around 8pm on Friday. According to the Cyprus News Agency, the boat was accompanied into the harbour by a port police patrol boat. The number of people on board has not yet been made known. Vivy Sabre, also part of the […]

22.05.2026 20:39

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Sikou Pano! moves to cancel parliamentary elections

Sikou Pano! (Get Up!) party said on Friday it would be requesting the cancellation of Sunday’s parliamentary elections, citing a violation of equality and the integrity of the process. In a press release, the party said it would exhaust every legal, constitutional, European and international legal remedy to defend democracy and equality, even the cancellation […]

22.05.2026 20:28

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Woman falls from fourth floor in Limassol

A woman fell from the fourth floor of a block of flats in Limassol on Friday afternoon, according to press reports. Reporter said the woman appeared to be cleaning a flat in Ayios Ioannis neighbourhood when she fell. The police arrived and cordoned off the area, while an ambulance took the woman to Limassol general […]

22.05.2026 20:17

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Kontides wins Croatia’s European Sailing Championship

Cypriot sailor Pavlos Kontides became European Champion for the third time in his career on Friday, winning the European Sailing Championship in Croatia. The race took place in Kastela, 7km from Split airport, where Kontides trains. Kontides said after the event that he manages to climb to the top every four years, the previous times […]

22.05.2026 19:41

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Ancient statue bases uncovered at Apollo sanctuary in Pera Orinis

Archaeologists have uncovered over 20 ancient votive statue bases at the Apollo sanctuary in Frangissa, near Pera Orinis, it was made known on Friday. The department of antiquities said the newly discovered statue bases were important as many were found in their original positions, unlike previous finds that were used as backfill in 19th-century excavations. […]

22.05.2026 19:29

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Chief returning officer gives final rundown ahead of Sunday’s parliamentary elections

Chief returning officer Elikkos Elia on Friday urged all 569,182 registered voters to take part in Sunday’s parliamentary elections and choose the 56 MPs who will represent them over the next five years, warning that abstention amounted to giving up a fundamental democratic right. “Abstention is not a simple choice, but is tantamount to waiving […]

22.05.2026 19:19

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Want to add to a mural? Join artist in the village this Saturday

“What happens when a wall stops functioning as a surface and becomes a meeting point?” ask the organisers of a public event this Saturday. Τhe village of Malounta will host an open participatory art intervention by French artist Mathieu Devavry in collaboration with ABR. Over several days, Devavry will create a large-scale mural inspired by […]

22.05.2026 19:19

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Cape Greco fenced off to protect public, environment

A temporary fence has been placed around the sea caves at the Cape Greco national forest park, to prevent injury from diving into the sea from the rocks. The forestry department said on Friday the fence was to protect the public and the rescue teams as well. The temporary fence will also secure the rock […]

22.05.2026 19:15

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Christodoulides highlights ‘shared historical experiences’ with India in banquet speech

President Nikos Christodoulides on Friday evening highlighted the “shared historical experiences” of Cyprus and India as he addressed a state banquet held in his honour by Indian President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, her country’s presidential palace. “On a map, Cyprus and India appear geographically separated by thousands of miles. They differ – slightly – […]

22.05.2026 19:03

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Paphos morgue closes due to fridge fault

A fault in the refrigerated mortuary cabinets forced the Paphos morgue at the general hospital to close on Friday. The morgue is expected to reopen on June 3 when repairs are concluded. Okypy said the bodies already at the morgue have been moved to suitable facilities, while for new bodies the families will be advised […]

22.05.2026 18:43

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IATA launches new digital platform to modernise baggage handling

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has developed a new secure digital platform aimed at helping airlines, airports, ground handlers and technology providers modernise baggage handling, while still allowing them to remain connected with older systems during the transition. The Baggage Community System (BCS) has been designed to support the gradual adoption of the Modern […]

22.05.2026 18:28

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Immediate support for small-scale fisheries in Cyprus urged

By Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre The future of small-scale fisheries in Cyprus took centre stage during the symposium ‘Science at the helm: insights for EU ocean policy’, organised by Oceana Europe in Limassol on 20 May. The event brought together scientists, fishers, policymakers, and civil society representatives to discuss key challenges and opportunities for […]

22.05.2026 17:57

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Legal service rejects shielding police-chief in teen suicide case

The legal service have rejected allegations that police-chief Themistos Arnaoutis and other police officers avoided prosecution in the Stylianou case for reasons of “public interest”, insisting the decision was based solely on insufficient evidence to establish criminal offences. In a public statement issued on Friday, the legal service described claims as “baseless, incorrect and unfounded”, […]

22.05.2026 17:45

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Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse including rape

Activists released from Israeli custody after being detained on a flotilla trying to bring aid to Gaza were subjected to abuse, organisers said on Friday, with several hospitalised with injuries and at least 15 reporting sexual assaults, including rape. Israel’s prison service denied the allegations, and Reuters was not able to verify them independently. Germany […]

22.05.2026 17:42

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Tanker transits shoot up 8 per cent to push Panama route to full capacity

Panama Canal traffic has risen sharply since the beginning of the year, as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz pushes more energy cargoes from the US towards Asia and Pacific markets. According to BIMCO, ship transits through the canal have increased by 8 per cent year-on-year, reaching an average of 38 vessels per day, with […]

22.05.2026 17:38

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Sinner eyes French Open breakthrough as rivals look for answers

With defending champion Carlos Alcaraz out injured and Novak Djokovic undercooked on clay, the big question heading into the French Open is can anyone stop Jannik Sinner from securing the career Grand Slam in Paris? Sinner’s season began to build momentum through a ‘Sunshine Double’ of titles at Indian Wells and Miami before the Italian […]

22.05.2026 17:27

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Turkish teacher accused of abusing five students remanded for two months

A teacher accused of sexually abusing and harassing five underage students at the Hala Sultan theological college was remanded in prison on Friday for a period not exceeding two months as investigations continue into allegations involving boys aged between 14 and 16. The suspect appeared before a ‘court’ in the north facing allegations including sexual […]

22.05.2026 17:27

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Before the war this amounted to 53 per cent of Cyprus’ fuel demand

If you look at the business news in almost every country, one thing is for sure – people all over the world are feeling the pinch of inflation. And Cyprus is no exception. Due to the rising cost of living, people have had to tighten their budgets to meet the cost of their basic needs. […]

22.05.2026 17:15

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Cyprus employers back Nicosia summit on sustainable development

The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) announced on Friday that it will support the Green Agenda Summit 2026 as an institutional supporter, with the event set to take place in Nicosia on June 4. Oev said its participation reflects its strategic focus on sustainable development and economic competitiveness, reaffirming its commitment to responsible business […]

22.05.2026 17:11

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Iran propaganda push seeks to project unity despite internal divisions

Iran’s leaders are splashing propaganda posters across Tehran boasting of national unity and victory over a global superpower, just months after crushing protests with mass killings and as war worsens economic pain for their people. Alongside the images of Revolutionary Guardsmen and a blockaded Strait of Hormuz, authorities are staging military-themed mass weddings and public […]

22.05.2026 17:06

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Person trapped in crashed vehicle in Larnaca, two fires in Nicosia

A person was trapped in a vehicle on Friday following a severe crash on the Meneou-Pervolia road in Larnaca district at around 12.45pm. The fire brigade released the person from the vehicle and handed him over to the ambulance crew who took him to Larnaca general hospital. The police are investigating the accident, as well […]

22.05.2026 16:53

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