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Man arrested with nine tonnes of fuel from north

Nine tonnes of fuel were found in a truck on Wednesday, as the 54-year-old Greek Cypriot driver – who was subsequently arrested – was entering Dhali in the Nicosia district from the buffer zone. The truck had been fitted with nine-tonne metal tank, which was full to the brim with fuel from the north. Police […]

07.05.2026 10:32

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Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Porto Heli welcomes Summer 2026

The famous lifestyle resort of Argolida is once again opening its futuristic doors on May 12, 2026, welcoming the summer season with proposals and experiences for every taste, located exactly on the beachside and near the beauties and the worth-visiting-sites of the region. Built on a privileged location, on the stunning coastline of eastern Peloponnese, […]

07.05.2026 10:30

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Forest hoping for medical magic for Gibbs-White before Europa showdown

Nottingham Forest coach Vitor Pereira said he hoped his medical team could work magic on Morgan Gibbs-White after the playmaker went off with a head injury in the 3-1 victory at Chelsea on Monday night, three days before a Europa League semi-final. Gibbs-White, who has been in blistering form, was left on the bench for […]

07.05.2026 10:30

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FIFA president says World Cup ticket prices in line with US market

As World Cup ticket prices continue to be debated, FIFA president Gianni Infantino declared they are in line with most American sporting events. FIFA has come under fire for the cost of tickets to the quadrennial tournament that starts June 11 in the United States, Mexico and Canada, but Infantino said market rates have to […]

07.05.2026 10:27

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ImmunoPharma chooses Imperio’s Silicon Park for Cyprus expansion

Norwegian integrated health solutions group ImmunoPharma has chosen Imperio’s Silicon Park, company’s under-construction mixed-use development in Agios Athanasios, Limassol, as the base for its Cyprus expansion. The group has acquired nearly 3,000 sqm of office space across two full floors on the western side of the development. Imperio’s Silicon Park is currently under construction and […]

07.05.2026 10:11

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Cyprus financial core links more to the world than to local economy, study finds

Cyprus has emerged as an outlier in euro area financial networks, according to a European Central Bank (ECB) working paper analysing sectoral interconnectedness across member states. The study, authored by Antonio Sánchez Serrano, found that banks dominate financial systems across most euro area countries, but Cyprus is among four exceptions where other financial institutions and […]

07.05.2026 10:02

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Ustel hits back at defector Altugra: We ‘became the bad guys’ after sacking her

Turkish Cypriot ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel returned fire in the direction of his former ‘health minister’ Izlem Gurcag Altugra, who left his political party the UBP on Wednesday saying there is “no longer any hope” of the UBP “recovering” from his leadership. He instead chose to criticise her performance as ‘health minister’ and said that […]

07.05.2026 09:16

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Woman suffers minor burns while trying to extinguish yard‑kitchen fire in Larnaca

A woman in Larnaca sustained minor burns while attempting to put out a fire that broke out in a small auxiliary kitchen in the yard of her home, the Fire Service said. Investigators determined the blaze started from a forgotten pot left on a lit cooking appliance inside the detached kitchen, which sustained extensive damage. […]

07.05.2026 09:15

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Russian drones crash in Latvia, damage oil storage facility

Two drones entered NATO member Latvia from Russian territory and crashed, the Latvian army said on Thursday morning. The drones were probably launched by Ukraine against targets in Russia, Latvia’s Defence Minister Andris Spruds told national broadcaster LSM. Military jets of the multinational NATO Baltic air police mission have been summoned to the site, he […]

07.05.2026 08:48

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Today’s weather: Mainly clear, rain possible in afternoon

Thursday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, with temperatures on the rise, though rain is expected to fall in parts during the afternoon, mostly in the mountains. Temperatures will rise to 26 degrees Celsius inland, 22 degrees Celsius on the west coast, 24 degrees Celsius on the rest of […]

07.05.2026 08:36

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Cyprus team pushes medical imaging tool toward commercialisation

A Cyprus-based research-to-market team developing an advanced medical imaging system has outlined its progress and commercial ambitions in an exclusive interview with the Cyprus Mail. The project, known as the M³Phantom or Modular Motion Medical Phantom, is led by a multidisciplinary team combining expertise in medical imaging, engineering, intellectual property, operations and commercialisation strategy. Supported […]

07.05.2026 08:30

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Cyprus relies less on big international companies for jobs than EU peers

Cyprus recorded one of the lowest shares of employment in multinational enterprise groups in 2024, highlighting its position within the broader European business landscape. According to figures from Eurostat, multinational enterprise groups employed 18 per cent of the workforce in Cyprus, placing the country among the lowest in the EU and EFTA, alongside Greece and […]

07.05.2026 08:04

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EU lawmakers back softer AI Act after pressure from industry

The tentative agreement, which needs to be formally endorsed by EU governments and the European Parliament in the coming months, came after nine hours of negotiations. “Today’s agreement on the AI Act significantly supports our companies by reducing recurring administrative costs,” Marilena Raouna, Cyprus’s deputy minister for European affairs, said in a statement. Cyprus currently […]

07.05.2026 07:54

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Trump sees swift end to war as Iran reviews US peace proposal

President Donald Trump predicted a swift end to the war with Iran as Tehran considered a U.S. peace proposal that sources said would formally end the conflict while leaving unresolved key U.S. demands that Iran suspend its nuclear programme and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. An Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson cited by Iran’s ISNA news […]

07.05.2026 07:49

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Cyprus industrial producer prices fall as EU sees sharp increase

Industrial producer prices in Cyprus declined in March 2026, according to Eurostat, contrasting with strong increases across the euro area and the European Union. According to the latest figures, industrial producer prices in Cyprus fell by 1.3 per cent in March compared with February 2026, reversing the 0.2 per cent increase recorded in February and […]

07.05.2026 07:44

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Cyprus Business Now: air traffic, tourist businesses, unemployment, Oev, Cyta

Hermes Airports on Wednesday reported a decline in passenger traffic alongside a stable level of air connectivity across Cyprus. The company said that April 2026 recorded a 16 per cent decrease compared with April 2025, corresponding to approximately 95,000 fewer arriving passengers. At the same time, aircraft load factors averaged 76 per cent, down from […]

07.05.2026 07:30

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BMW shares jump as carmaker maintains 2026 outlook despite profit slide

BMW maintained its ‌2026 financial guidance on Wednesday and signalled it could weather US tariffs and Chinese competition, sending shares up nearly 5 per cent despite first-quarter pretax profit tumbling 25 per cent. The German premium carmaker beat key profit expectations for the quarter even as a narrowing core margin underscored ​the pressure on BMW […]

07.05.2026 07:00

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What’s on this weekend – Mar 10

With warmer temperatures this weekend, it is time to take to the streets. Plenty of outdoor events are on, from book bazaars and street food markets, to guided walks and celebrations of spring flowers! Thursday Before the weekend arrives, the exhibition Nina Iacovou: Eyes to See and Hands to Touch opens at the Pierides Museum, […]

07.05.2026 06:40

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

60 convictions in 2025 for child‑sexual‑abuse offences

Police recorded 60 convictions in 2025 for child‑sexual‑abuse offences, according to the Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Office. The unit said each case reflects a full investigation carried out by specialised officers, with the protection of minors as the priority. It said its work focuses on rapid and effective investigation, child‑friendly procedures and support for […]

07.05.2026 06:09

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Case filed over assault on football referee; court issues stadium ban

The case against a 38‑year‑old man accused of attacking a referee during a football match has been formally filed before the Larnaca District Court. The incident occurred on 2 May 2026 during the match between Rotsidis Mammari and APOP Parekklisias at the Psevdas Community Stadium. The suspect was arrested by police and had been held […]

07.05.2026 06:07

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Bank of England expects £125 billion net loss from QE programme

The Bank of England has estimated that its quantitative ‌easing programme would rack up a net financial loss of ​around 125 billion ​pounds ($169 billion), which will need ⁠to be funded by ​the British government. Under the ​central bank’s QE programme, which first started in 2009 as a ​means to stimulate ​the economy after the […]

07.05.2026 06:00

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Human bones found near village cemetery in Limassol

Authorities were placed on alert after human bones were discovered in the Tris Elies area of Limassol. Police said the remains were found a short distance from the village cemetery. The area has been cordoned off and investigations are under way. Members of the Criminal Investigation Department and an anthropologist are expected to visit the […]

07.05.2026 05:52

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Cyprus Weather – Thursday 7th May

On Thursday, skies will be mostly clear, but increased cloud in the afternoon may bring isolated showers, mainly in the mountains. Winds will start variable and light at 3 Beaufort, becoming southwest to northwest at 3 to 4 Beaufort. The sea will remain calm to slight. Temperatures will rise to 26°C inland, 22°C on the […]

07.05.2026 05:44

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Events across Cyprus mark Europe Day on May 9

Cyprus will mark Europe Day on May 9 with events across the island aimed at promoting European values and strengthening awareness of the European Union, organisers said on Wednesday. The European Parliament Office in Nicosia said the occasion highlights cooperation and shared identity among EU member states. Events will begin on Friday at 12.30pm with […]

07.05.2026 04:25

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