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Cyprus issue discussed in von der Leyen call with Erdogan

The Cyprus issue was among the topics discussed on Tuesday during a phone call between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. In a post on X, von der Leyen said the two leaders also discussed the Eastern Mediterranean and the Cyprus issue, adding that “the EU stands ready […]

20.05.2026 07:31

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Cyprus Business Now: shipping, tech, planning permits, banks, Indian firms, LNG

Cyprus must focus on commercialising research into market-ready products, according to Rana K. Gupta, Executive Director of the MIT Deshpande Centre, who spoke to the Cyprus Mail ahead of his participation in the Cyprus Seeds Innovation Showcase in Limassol. The event, scheduled for May 22, 2026 at the Kolla Factory as part of the 2026 DOERS Summit, will bring together researchers, entrepreneurs and […]

20.05.2026 07:30

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Unsettled weather brings showers, thunderstorms and strong winds across Cyprus

A weak low-pressure system combined with an unstable air mass is affecting Cyprus, bringing unsettled weather conditions across the island. On Wednesday, skies will be mostly cloudy at intervals, with local showers expected in various areas. As the day progresses, particularly around midday and into the afternoon, developing cloud cover is likely to trigger isolated […]

20.05.2026 07:17

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Limassol’s Heroes Square redevelopment set for June delivery after delay

The redevelopment of Heroes Square and the surrounding streets in central Limassol is expected to be delivered on June 15, around a month later than initially planned, Limassol Mayor Yiannis Armeftis said.  Speaking to Entrepreneurial Limassol, a periodical published by the Limassol Chamber of Commerce (Evel), Armeftis said the main change brought by the project is the creation of […]

20.05.2026 07:00

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US regulator leans toward allowing stock token trading without issuer consent

The Trump administration plans to unveil a framework for trading tokenized or ​digital versions of securities, Bloomberg News has reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The US Securities and Exchange Commission ​is expected to release an “innovation exemption” for ​tokenized stocks as soon as this week, the ⁠report said. The move highlights the ​Trump […]

20.05.2026 06:20

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Bank of England weighs volume guardrails to replace stablecoin holding caps

The Bank of England is considering imposing “temporary guardrails” on stablecoin volumes that could be issued under its regulatory framework instead of holding limits, Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden said this week. “That approach could achieve the same aim at lower cost to the sector and allow a wider range of high-value payment use cases, including […]

20.05.2026 06:00

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Hands off Lake Paralimni

By Chris Englezou Lake Paralimni is not just another wetland. It is one of Cyprus’ most important natural ecosystems, a rare semi-permanent saline lake that supports migratory birds and a remarkable collection of specialised wildlife found nowhere else on the island. The lake is the most important remaining stronghold of the endemic Cyprus grass snake […]

20.05.2026 04:24

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Our View: Price alone does not attract consumers to a specific supermarket

Every few months the Consumers Association issues figures collected via e-kalathi which compare the prices of a range of products available in different supermarkets. In the latest edition, the association reported that in the first half of May, 182 product barcodes covering 31 product categories were subject to price rises ranging from 1 per cent […]

20.05.2026 04:20

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Arsenal crowned Premier League champions for first time in 22 years

Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to win the Premier League title on Tuesday when they were confirmed as champions following second-placed Manchester City’s 1-1 draw at Bournemouth. Leaders for almost the entire season, Mikel Arteta’s side are now four points clear with one game remaining and Sunday’s clash at Crystal Palace will now be a […]

19.05.2026 23:27

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Vance says US troop deployment to Poland has been delayed

Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday told reporters that a U.S. troop deployment to Poland had been delayed, but added it was not accurate to say that the troops were being withdrawn from Europe. Vance, at a White House briefing, said the United States wants to encourage Europe to “take more ownership” of the common […]

19.05.2026 22:32

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EOA proceeds with evacuation of dangerous buildings in Larnaca

The issuing of further evacuation orders for dangerous buildings will begin immediately, with residents to receive notices from Wednesday giving them three days to vacate, the Larnaca district government (EOA) said on Tuesday. “Within the framework of its responsibilities and with a view to protecting human life and public safety, [we are] immediately proceeding with […]

19.05.2026 22:29

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Veterinary service confirms first FMD case in Limassol

The veterinary service on Tuesday confirmed the first case of foot and mouth disease in the Limassol district. According to the veterinary services, the outbreak concerns a farm with around 60 goats and sheep in Pachna. The outbreak in Pachna brings the total number of cases to 117, with four new cases confirmed in livestock […]

19.05.2026 22:13

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UK allows diesel and jet fuel imports from Russian crude via sanctions carve-out

Britain will allow the import and provision of services linked to diesel and jet fuel refined abroad from Russian crude under a new general trade licence exempting specific products from sanctions restrictions. The licence issued on Tuesday grants exemptions where the fuels are processed in third countries but includes conditions such as record-keeping requirements for […]

19.05.2026 21:49

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‘Anti-Islamic writings’ found in car of California mosque shooting suspects

“Anti-Islamic writings” were found in a vehicle connected to the two teenage suspects in Monday’s shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego that killed three people, according to a Department of Justice official with knowledge of the investigation. The alleged gunmen have been identified as Caleb Vasquez, 18, and Cain Clark, 17, the official […]

19.05.2026 21:11

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Vance says ‘a lot of progress’ made in Iran talks

U.S. Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday the United States and Iran have made a lot of progress in their talks and neither side wants to see a resumption of the military campaign. “We think that we’ve made a lot of progress. We think the Iranians want to make a deal,” Vance told reporters […]

19.05.2026 20:53

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Trump’s Gaza board reports funding ‘gap’, urges quicker disbursement

The gap between funding pledges and disbursement for Donald Trump’s Gaza rebuilding plan must be closed urgently, the U.S. president’s “Board of Peace” has said in a report, identifying a potential cash crunch in a plan estimated to cost $70 billion. Trump set up the Board of Peace to oversee his ambitious plan to end […]

19.05.2026 20:52

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Israeli forces fired shots at Gaza flotilla, 48 boats intercepted

Israeli forces opened fire on at least two vessels in an aid flotilla sailing towards Gaza on Tuesday, according to video footage and flotilla organisers, but Israel said no live ammunition was used and there were no casualties. Video from the flotilla’s livestream showed soldiers firing shots at two of the boats. The type of […]

19.05.2026 20:35

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Somaliland says it will open an embassy in Jerusalem, Israel to reciprocate

Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, will set up an embassy in Jerusalem soon, its ambassador said on Tuesday, after Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared republic. In turn, Israel is expected to set up an embassy in Somaliland’s capital Hargeisa, Ambassador Mohamed Hagi said in a post on X. Israel […]

19.05.2026 20:33

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Cyprus sees tourism arrivals decline by 6.5 per cent

Tourism is closely tied to national stability, with arrivals down 6.5 per cent, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday. Speaking at the presentation of the new development tourism strategy of the Municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia, Christodoulides outlined the effects of the ongoing geopolitical challenges in the Middle East and Europe, emphasising that these had inevitably impacted […]

19.05.2026 20:32

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Two remanded over Limassol kiosk explosion

Two men, aged 44 and 45, arrested in connection with an explosion outside a kiosk in Limassol last month were remanded in police custody on Tuesday. The blast occurred at around 1am on April 18 and caused damage to the front of the kiosk. Police secured testimony linking the two suspects to the case and […]

19.05.2026 20:01

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Paphos memorial event honours Pontic genocide victims

Cyprus marked the Pontic genocide with remembrance events in Paphos on Tuesday. Representing President Nikos Christodoulides at an event held in Kato Paphos, Presidential Commissioner Marios Hartsiotis said the anniversary carries significance for all those who believe in justice, freedom and human dignity. Hartsiotis said this year’s theme, Pontus Lives, reflected the survival of Pontic […]

19.05.2026 20:01

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Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo named to record 6th World Cup roster

Cristiano Ronaldo and the World Cup continue to be an inseparable pair as the star Portugal forward was just named to his record sixth tournament going back to 2006. Portugal manager Roberto Martinez named a full roster plus a few hopefuls to his list of players for the World Cup, which starts next month in […]

19.05.2026 19:56

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Cyprus Bouldering Festival returns to Ineia

Cyprus are you ready to climb? The Cyprus Bouldering Festival is set to return this weekend in the scenic village of Ineia, Paphos, bringing together climbers, outdoor enthusiasts, and the wider community for a unique celebration of sport, nature and connection. Organised by the Athletic Club Shinosintrofia, the festival has established itself as a key […]

19.05.2026 19:54

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Bird flu found in polar bear in Europe for first time

Bird flu has been detected in a dead polar bear in the Arctic Svalbard archipelago, the first time the virus has been found in the species in Europe, a Norwegian government agency said on Tuesday. The Norwegian Veterinary Institute said in a statement it had also detected bird flu in a dead walrus on Svalbard, […]

19.05.2026 19:51

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