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Volt says it is a ‘political necessity’ as candidacies filed

Volt’s co-leaders Andromachi Sophocleous and Panos Loizou Parras on Wednesday filed their candidacies for the forthcoming parliamentary elections in the Nicosia and Limassol districts respectively. In Nicosia, Sophocleous said that her party is “proud of each of the 56” candidates the party is fielding. “Volt did not come as a coincidence, but as a political […]

06.05.2026 12:26

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Atlantic Insurance to review dividend payment proposal

Atlantic Insurance Company Public Limited on Wednesday confirmed that it will convene its annual general meeting on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 17:00. The assembly is scheduled to take place at the registered head offices of the firm, located at 15 Esperidon Street, 2001 Strovolos, within the Zenios Pyrishis Training Centre hall. The company stated […]

06.05.2026 12:21

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US and Iran near breakthrough agreement since war began

The White House believes it is getting close to an agreement with Iran on a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the war and set a framework for more detailed nuclear negotiations, Axios reported on Wednesday, citing two U.S. officials and two other sources briefed on the issue. The U.S. expects Iranian responses on several […]

06.05.2026 12:19

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Alma ‘celebrates democracy’ as candidacies submitted

Alma founder and leader Odysseas Michaelides on Wednesday filed his candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections at the top of his party’s list in the Nicosia’s district, and declared the elections to be “a celebration of democracy”. He said that his party’s candidates are “clean individuals with experience in their field”, and that “we want […]

06.05.2026 12:18

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Bayern ready for ‘unforgettable’ moment against PSG

Bayern Munich have worked their way to within a game of the Champions League final, and players and fans are preparing for an unforgettable moment in Wednesday’s semi-final second leg against Paris St Germain, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany said on Tuesday. The French side, who won the trophy for the first time last year, earned […]

06.05.2026 12:13

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Elam candidates line up with party set for historic high

Elam leader Christos Christou on Wednesday filed his candidacy at the top of his party’s ballot in the Nicosia district, with the party on course for a historic electoral high and the third-largest number of seats in the new parliament, according to polls. “We are entering the final stretch of the campaign. Elam, with its […]

06.05.2026 12:12

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Celestina de Petro submits candidacy, attacks Charalambides

Perpetual candidate Celestina de Petro submitted her candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections in the Nicosia district on Wednesday, before turning her attention to Alma candidate Irene Charalambides. “I submitted my candidacy. I will fight for the wronged, for those who went to prison, for those who supposedly owe money to banks. May there be […]

06.05.2026 12:09

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Players would boycott French Open over prize money dispute

Players would boycott the French Open if their prize money at the claycourt Grand Slam is not increased, women’s world number one Aryna Sabalenka said on Tuesday, with Coco Gauff also voicing support for the drastic step. The threat deepens a dispute between players and Roland Garros organisers over prize money distribution, even though this […]

06.05.2026 12:09

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Cisco secures top spot in April CSE rankings

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) council released the comprehensive market share figures for its members on Wednesday, detailing the trading performance and transaction values recorded throughout April 2026. The announcement provided a detailed breakdown of the brokerage landscape, offering data that both includes and excludes the impact of pre-agreed transactions, commonly referred to as packages. […]

06.05.2026 12:08

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Fox Sports hiring ‘World Cup Watcher’ for $50,000

Forget the status that comes with the corner office, the best job in America this summer will pay one individual $50,000 to watch all 104 World Cup games. Fox Sports has teamed up with job site Indeed to find a ‘Chief World Cup Watcher’ – what they’re calling the best summer job on the market […]

06.05.2026 12:06

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Ellinas Finance sets record date for annual bond interest payment

Ellinas Finance Public Company Limited on Wednesday issued an announcement through the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) to establish the record date for the annual interest payment due to its bondholders. The company clarified that these actions are being taken in accordance with the terms of issuance for its bonds, which carry the trading code ELFB29 […]

06.05.2026 12:03

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The cost of image

I wrote a story years ago, broadcast by the BBC World Service, in which a man is driving to Limassol for the results of a cancer test, worried that his wife and daughters may have very little income when he dies. There’s an insurance policy covering his travel for work that will profit them if […]

06.05.2026 12:00

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Chef’s Kiss: the most flavourful weekend returns to Ayia Napa Marina

Following its sensational debut, the Chef’s Kiss Food Festival is back for its second consecutive year, bringing together gastronomy, creativity and the stunning backdrop of the Mediterranean. On Saturday, May 16, 2026 and Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 12pm until late at night, Ayia Napa Marina will once again become the ultimate destination for food […]

06.05.2026 11:49

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Two candidates vie for Maronite parliament seat

Two candidates are to stand to become the Maronite Cypriot community’s non-voting representative in parliament at the forthcoming election. Incumbent Marios Mavrides, 63, who has been the community’s representative since 2011, is standing for re-election, and is being challenged by 56-year-old Petros Nacouzi. The election will take place alongside the election of 56 members from […]

06.05.2026 11:43

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Single Armenian Cypriot candidate stands for election

Only one Armenian Cypriot is standing for election to become the community’s non-voting representative in the new parliament. Vartkes Mahdessian, 76, has been the community’s representative in the House since 2006, and looks set for a fifth term in the role. Should no objections to his candidacy be filed by 12.30pm on Thursday, he will […]

06.05.2026 11:41

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Single Latin Cypriot candidate stands for election

Only one Latin Cypriot is standing for election to become the community’s non-voting representative in the new parliament. Antonella Lydia Mantovani, 54, has been the community’s representative in the House since 2016, and looks set for a third term in the role. Should no objections to her candidacy be filed by 12.30pm on Thursday, she […]

06.05.2026 11:39

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Oev joins global AI talks, bolsters Limassol ties

The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) on Wednesday announced its participation in a high-level International Labour Organisation (ILO) technical committee on artificial intelligence in manufacturing. This was accompanied by a separate statement on a meeting with Limassol mayor Yiannis Armeftis which aimed to strengthen local cooperation. The federation confirmed that it took part in […]

06.05.2026 11:38

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Single Lacedaemonian candidate registers

A single candidate registered on behalf of the Patriotic Lacedaemonian Movement party on Wednesday morning. Alexia Hadjichristoforou is the party’s sole candidate, and is standing for election in the Larnaca district. The name “Lacedaemonian” was a demonym used for the residents of ancient Sparta and the surrounding region of Laconia.

06.05.2026 11:36

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New Maserati MCPURA crowned Dream Car of the Year 2026

The new Maserati MCPURA triumphs in the annual competition organised by Quattroruote magazine since as far back as 2000. With an extraordinary 50 per cent of the votes, the purest expression of the Trident’s energy and performance secures the special Dream Car award, emerging as the undisputed star of the contest and a benchmark in […]

06.05.2026 11:36

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Man loses €48,000 in Gesy scam

A 60-year-old man lost €48,000 after falling victim to an online scam involving messages from people posing as the National Health Scheme (Gesy), police said on Wednesday. The complaint was filed with Paphos CID after the man received a text message on April 28 claiming his Gesy profile needed updating. The message included a link […]

06.05.2026 11:27

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Farmers party leader files candidacy in Limassol

Andreas Christophi, the leader of the Agronomos party, which markets itself as a party for farmers, on Wednesday filed his candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections in the Limassol district. “For us, it is a day of celebration for democracy. Our positions and programme are as clear as day. They will bring change to society […]

06.05.2026 11:24

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Objections to MP candidacies being examined

The interior ministry is examining “a lot of objections” to candidacies ahead of the May 24 parliamentary elections, chief returning officer Elikkos Elia said on Wednesday. Speaking after the candidates for the representatives of the three religious groups – Latins, Maronites and Armenians – submitted their candidacies, Elia said elections were never easy, however these […]

06.05.2026 11:18

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Cyprus expected to see 450,000 fewer summer travellers this year

Cyprus passenger arrivals fall 16 per cent in April as demand softens Hermes Airports on Monday reported a decline in passenger traffic alongside a stable level of air connectivity across Cyprus. The most recent figures were included in a statement issued by the airport operator outlining the current state of passenger flows and flight networks, […]

06.05.2026 11:16

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French vessel hit in Strait of Hormuz, many crew members injured

French shipping group CMA CGM said on Wednesday that one of its vessels, the San Antonio, had been the target of an attack while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in injuries among crew members and damage to the vessel. The incident, which CMA CGM said occurred on Tuesday, is the latest disruption in the […]

06.05.2026 11:15

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