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New ‘Pharos’ platform offers support for abuse victims

Women facing domestic violence or other forms of abuse can now access the new ‘Pharos’ website, which provides support and information, the Mediterranean Institute for Gender Studies announced. “The platform was created to fill a significant gap and strengthen the right of women experiencing violence to access information,” the institute said. It stressed that access […]

24.04.2026 17:20

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EU prepares defence ‘playbook’ after ‘nothing was done’ for a decade

The leaders of the European Union’s 27 member states on Friday resolved to demand the creation of a defence “playbook” at the day’s European Council summit in Nicosia, though Cypriot government sources lamented that “nothing has been done” in the decade since the first and only time that the bloc’s mutual defence clause has been […]

24.04.2026 17:10

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Cypriot athletes to receive Deloitte support on the road to LA 2028

The Cyprus Olympic Committee (COC) and Deloitte Cyprus on Friday formalised the renewal of their strategic partnership as Professional Services Partner during an event held in Nicosia. The event took place at Deloitte’s offices in the Cypriot capital, in the presence of representatives from both organisations, athletes and invited guests, reaffirming their long-standing collaboration in […]

24.04.2026 16:51

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Erhurman promises action after Cypriot refused entry to Turkey

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Friday promised that he had “initiated the necessary steps” to resolve the matter of Cypriot art professor Senih Cavusoglu being refused entry to Turkey. “I learned last night that Senih Cavusoglu was unable to enter Turkey and was experiencing difficulties. Following a conversation with him, I initiated the necessary […]

24.04.2026 16:37

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Cyprus firm secures permit for photovoltaic park

Universal Golf Enterprises Plc on Friday announced that it secured planning approval for a photovoltaic park development as part of a broader reassessment of its land use strategy. The company said the update follows its previous communication dated December 22, 2025, regarding the exploration of an alternative strategy for land utilisation. According to the announcement, […]

24.04.2026 16:35

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Cyprus-US energy ties key to regional stability, minister says

Cooperation between Cyprus and the United States in energy, trade and investment is increasingly becoming a strategic necessity for regional stability and transatlantic energy security, Energy Minister Michael Damianos said on Friday. Speaking at an event organised by the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Cyprus, the minister said the country’s natural gas prospects, alongside […]

24.04.2026 16:35

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Eight-day remand extended for two suspects in Paphos arson case

The Paphos court ordered the renewal of detention for a further eight days for a 41-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man on Friday, who are under investigation for conspiracy to commit a felony, arson and other offences. The two suspects were initially arrested on April 15 following an early-morning operation in Paphos. They were reportedly […]

24.04.2026 16:22

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How to keep your website fast, secure, and online around the clock

Choosing reliable web hosting services Cheap hosting looks great until everything falls apart. It’s like buying a car from someone’s backyard because the price seems amazing, then discovering the engine falls out after two weeks. Decent hosting costs more upfront, but good hosts actually maintain their servers, fix problems quickly, and hire support staff who […]

24.04.2026 16:20

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CBC sets reference interest rate at 11.72 per cent

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday announced the reference interest rate, under article 314A of the Cyprus Criminal Code, has been set at 11.72 per cent. The CBC stated that the rate is determined in accordance with the provisions governing lending practices and financial transactions. In addition, CBC confirmed that the reference interest […]

24.04.2026 16:12

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Turkey’s Istanbul Park to host F1 from 2027

President Tayyip Erdogan, F1 Chief Executive Officer Stefano Domenicali and the president of the sport’s governing body FIA, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, officially announced the agreement at an event in Istanbul’s Dolmabahce Palace, as a promotional F1 car roared through the streets of Turkey’s biggest city. In a statement, F1 said it had reached an agreement […]

24.04.2026 15:57

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Arsenal face must-win clash with Newcastle as Premier League title race tightens

Arsenal walk into Saturday’s Premier League clash with Newcastle United with their margin for error gone, knowing that any stumble at the Emirates could prove fatal to their title hopes. Mikel Arteta’s side go into the weekend knowing that anything less than victory at the Emirates would hand the initiative straight back to Manchester City, […]

24.04.2026 15:53

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Ecologists demand answers over shooting of dog in Nisou

A case of alleged animal abuse is under police investigation after a dog was found shot and seriously injured in the Nicosia district. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday in the Pera Chorio area of Nisou, was brought to public attention on Friday by the Ecologists, which described the act as a “serious incident of […]

24.04.2026 15:52

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Real estate association calls for legal framework after deadly collapse

In the aftermath of the collapse of a building in Limassol, which killed two people, the Real Estate Development Association has called for the administration framework for co-owned buildings to be urgently updated. “The absence of a modern framework leaves gaps that place human lives in danger and any further delay in taking decisions cannot […]

24.04.2026 15:48

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Cypriot workers send aid to Cuba amid solidarity drive

Baby milk and medical supplies are set to be sent to Cuba in the coming days, after being handed over on Tuesday by PEO to the country’s ambassador in Cyprus, Ruben Pino Martinez. The donation follows an appeal by the World Federation of Trade Unions and the Cyprus-Cuba Friendship Association to support the Cuban people. […]

24.04.2026 15:39

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Restaurant review: Top Asian eatery that won’t leave you destitute

The day before I visited ChimChim, I was still racking my brain for a new place to try out. You see, while Limassol isn’t short of dining options, I’ve become increasingly leery when a new restaurant pops up. Because until proven otherwise, I expect to leave either hungry or destitute. So, when a friend casually […]

24.04.2026 15:33

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US, Iran peace talks could resume in Pakistan; Iran’s foreign minister due

Peace talks between Iran and the United States could resume soon in Pakistan, where Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi was expected to arrive on Friday night, three Pakistani sources said. Two of the sources, from the Pakistani government, said a U.S. logistics and security team was already in place for potential talks. There was no […]

24.04.2026 15:29

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Millwall receive apology over use of club badge in anti-racism booklet

Promotion-chasing Millwall have received an apology from Westminster Council after the club’s badge was used in an illustration depicting a white supremacist in a children’s anti-racism booklet distributed in primary schools. Millwall’s Supporters’ Club said on X that legal action was still being considered after a ‘serious misuse’ of its registered rampant lion badge — […]

24.04.2026 15:25

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Cyprus youth lag behind EU in online political participation

Cyprus recorded a 22.2 per cent rate of online political and social participation among young people in 2025, placing the country slightly below the European Union average. The data released by Eurostat on Friday, indicates that just over one in five individuals aged 16 to 29 in Cyprus engage digitally in civic life, including expressing […]

24.04.2026 15:05

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Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US

The sovereignty of the Falkland Islands rests with Britain, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday after an internal Pentagon email suggested reviewing the U.S. position on the Falklands as punishment for Britain’s stance on the Iran war. “We could not be clearer about the UK’s position on the Falkland Islands. It […]

24.04.2026 15:00

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Paralimni secures funding for anti-flood works worth over €14m

Anti-flood works in Paralimni will be going ahead with a budget of €14,280,000, funded by the finance ministry and the EU’s Thalia 2021-2027 social cohesion programme, the Famagusta district government organisation (EOA) announced on Friday. The infrastructure strengthens the areas’ anti-flood protection, improves the management of rainwater and promotes the safety of people and property, […]

24.04.2026 14:59

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Pensioners demand equal rights for all widowers

Pensioners’ organisations have demanded the “immediate lifting of an injustice against widowers” so that their rights are “equal for all”, regardless of the date of death of their spouse. In a letter said to the labour ministry and the cabinet, the organisations said the state should take a “clear stance on the issue without further […]

24.04.2026 14:53

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Larnaca mayor inspects Makarios avenue upgrade works in Livadia

Larnaca mayor Andreas Vyras on Tuesday inspected ongoing works as part of the urban redevelopment project along part of Makarios avenue in Livadia. Joined by Livadia deputy mayor Marios Armenis, Vyras was briefed on the progress of the project by the contractor, S. Hadjichristofi Construction Ltd, as well as by the design team from George […]

24.04.2026 14:35

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Peristerona hosts the 2nd Love Run

The Peristerona community organises a charity running event on May 2 to pay tribute to the memory of its beloved member, the late Constantinos Hadjimichael. In his honour, his family and wider community present the 2nd Constantineios Love Run, a day of celebration, wellness, music and food, raising funds for the Day Care Centre for […]

24.04.2026 14:15

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War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026

Conflict, drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026, with food insecurity expected to worsen in some of the world’s most fragile countries, according to the 2026 Global Report on Food Crises. The 10th edition of the hunger monitor, published by a coalition of development and humanitarian organisations, said that […]

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