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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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Body found near Liopetri identified as missing 77-year-old from Xylofagou

The British base police confirmed on Friday that a 77-year-old man found dead inside a burnt vehicle near Liopetri earlier this month died from a gunshot wound. The victim was identified through DNA testing as Antonis Spetsiotis from Xylofagou, whose body was discovered inside a burned-out vehicle near the Liopetri fish farm on the morning […]

22.05.2026 16:51

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DCO calls for global action to protect digital systems used by civilians

The Digital Cooperation Organisation (DCO) launched a report on Friday calling for coordinated multistakeholder action to strengthen the security and resilience of civilian digital ecosystems during crises. The organisation, which counts Cyprus among its member states said the initiative aims to advance international digital cooperation and support the development of trusted, resilient and people-centred digital […]

22.05.2026 16:46

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Government heralds new DNA analysis system at Makarios hospital

A new automated imaging and genetic analysis system was formally delivered to Makarios hospital on Friday, strengthening Cyprus’ only public laboratory specialising in analysis for leukemia and lymphoma patients. The equipment, valued at more than €274,000, was donated by the “One Dream, One Wish” association to the hospital’s cytogenetics laboratory, which has operated since 1980 […]

22.05.2026 16:42

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Yellow weather warning issued as thunder and hail forecast

A yellow weather warning for severe thunderstorms and possible hail will come into effect across parts of Cyprus on Saturday, with forecasters warning that conditions could intensify from late morning through the afternoon. The met office issued the warning on Friday, stating it will remain in force from 11am until 5pm on Saturday. According to […]

22.05.2026 16:31

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Eurozone leaders urge targeted relief as energy shock deepens

Eurozone finance ministers and central bankers on Friday said the Middle East crisis requires targeted and temporary support measures for households and businesses, warning against broad fiscal intervention as a new energy shock weighs on growth, inflation and public finances across Europe. Indeed, the message emerging from the Eurogroup gathering in Nicosia reflected growing concern […]

22.05.2026 16:28

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