Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus: Four million euros this year for wildfire‑prevention

The government will allocate more than four million euros this year for wildfire‑prevention measures ahead of the fire season. The decision was made during a meeting between Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou, the Nicosia District Administration and community council representatives. The funds will be used for vegetation clearing and the creation of firebreaks. Ioannou said an […]

23.04.2026 14:00

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CFA Society Cyprus expert sets out the case for compound interest

CFA Society Cyprus’ Simon Kesterlian on Thursday set out the case for one of the most powerful ideas in personal finance, compound interest. He asked a question many people may have seen online already. Would you rather have €1 million today, or a single cent that doubles every day for a month? To illustrate the […]

23.04.2026 13:55

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Energy price rises burden low income workers, says trade union

Trade union Sek has warned that policy failures and lack of strategic planning continue to impose a heavy burden on society, particularly amid rising energy costs. The organisation stressed that in every increase in international energy prices, the greatest impact is felt by workers in middle and low-income groups. “The rise in prices of products […]

23.04.2026 13:38

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Limassol EOA warns of legal action over unsafe properties as inspections intensify

The Limassol district EOA affirmed on Thursday that it will proceed with legal measures where building owners and management committees show indifference to safety obligations, following renewed inspections of structures across the district. In a public appeal, the organisation said responsibility for the condition, maintenance and structural safety of buildings lies with owners and those […]

23.04.2026 13:29

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Journalists’ union takes officials to task for avoiding media questions

The board of the Cyprus Union of Journalists has expressed concern over what it describes as a growing trend of government and state officials avoiding questions from the press. In a statement, the union said the practice of officials either refusing to take questions or failing to respond when questions are posed – a phenomenon […]

23.04.2026 13:02

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New Wizz Air routes to Athens and Madrid hailed as vote of confidence for Cyprus

Low-cost carrier Wizz Air on Thursday announced the expansion of its route portfolio in Larnaca, introducing new connections to Athens and Madrid alongside increased frequencies on existing routes. The airline confirmed that it will resume its high-frequency service between Larnaca and Athens starting in September 2026, responding to strong passenger demand. Flights on the Athens […]

23.04.2026 13:01

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Understanding the many branches of psychology

By Dr Vasilios Silivistris Psychology, the scientific study of the mind and behaviour, helps us understand why people think, feel and act the way they do. Because human behaviour is so complex, the field has evolved into many specialised branches, each focusing on a different aspect of life – from mental health and education to […]

23.04.2026 13:00

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Cyprus and Greece highlight new investment opportunities

Cyprus and Greece underlined their shared potential to capitalise on new regional opportunities during a business presentations summit held in Athens focusing on Cyprus’ updated tax framework. The central message of the 2nd Cyprus Business Presentations Summit, held earlier this week, was that economic cooperation between Cyprus and Greece can be expanded, allowing both countries […]

23.04.2026 12:53

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Putin criticises previous IOC leadership as ‘shameful, cowardly’

Russian President Vladimir Putin has criticised the former leadership of the International Olympic Committee as “shameful” and “cowardly” and said he hoped for a new approach from those now in charge of the Olympic movement. Putin made the remarks during a Kremlin ceremony honouring Russian boxers, according to Russian news agencies. He did not name […]

23.04.2026 12:32

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Supreme Court reserves decision on bid to annul Clerides search warrant

The decision on the application to cancel a search warrant issued for the home and office of lawyer Nikos Clerides was reserved by the Supreme Court on Thursday, following initial legal arguments by the defence. Proceedings before judge Elena Ephraim focused on the scope and legality of the warrant, with the defence seeking its annulment […]

23.04.2026 12:24

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Paphos man held in drugs case

A Paphos district court on Wednesday issued a five‑day remand order for a 27‑year‑old man in a drug‑possession case. Police said officers from the narcotics unit found five packets of dried cannabis, two packets of cocaine and six packets of methamphetamine in the vehicle the man was riding in. A subsequent search of his home […]

23.04.2026 12:22

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Cyprus shipping chamber praises sector’s contribution to economy

Cyprus’ ship management sector remained a key source of stability for the economy in the second half of 2025, with revenues reaching €1 billion and accounting for 5.4 per cent of GDP, according to results presented at the Cyprus Shipping Chamber’s (CSC) monthly meeting in Limassol.  The chamber said the findings, based on the Central Bank of Cyprus’ (CBC) semi-annual survey on the sector’s performance, […]

23.04.2026 12:17

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Lordos Hotels sees profit rise to €5.3 million, proposes dividend

Lordos Hotels (Holdings) Public Ltd on Thursday announced that its board of directors approved the annual report for 2025 and set the date for the company’s annual general meeting (AGM). Consequently, the company confirmed that the annual general meeting will take place on June 24, 2026 at 18:00 at the Golden Bay Hotel in Larnaca. […]

23.04.2026 11:57

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Shillong Teer result today – Result patterns, statistical charts & in-depth analysis

Shillong Teer Result Today is a unique number-based game rooted in traditional archery practices of Meghalaya. Over time, it has gained widespread attention not only for its cultural significance but also for the analytical interest it generates. Each day, results are published in two rounds, and these numbers are closely studied for patterns, trends, and […]

23.04.2026 11:55

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Parliament hears of ‘political agitators’ exploiting farmers’ protest

Agricultural organisations rejected the ongoing farmers’ protests over the foot-and-mouth outbreak on Thursday, as police warned that gatherings could increase transmission risks and involve individuals unrelated to the livestock sector. The positions were set out during a session of the House agriculture committee, where representatives of farming bodies called for restraint and continued dialogue. Farming […]

23.04.2026 11:52

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Cyprus’ president has withheld approval from nine of the ten foreclosure‑related bills

Cyprus’ president has withheld approval from nine of the ten foreclosure‑related bills passed by parliament, returning five to the House and referring four to the Supreme Court. Government spokesman Viktoras Papadopoulos said the president acted on advice from the Legal Service, which identified issues requiring further examination. The returned bills, he said, contain technical errors, […]

23.04.2026 11:45

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Lithuanian president says country has ‘something to learn’ from Cyprus

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda on Thursday said that his country has “something to learn” from Cyprus as it prepares to take over the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency next year – the title which Cyprus currently holds. He made the comments during a visit to Cyprus’ presidential palace ahead of the day’s informal […]

23.04.2026 11:41

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US investment firm Eaton Vance trims holding in Bank of Cyprus

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) on Thursday announced a major shareholding notification, following a disposal of voting rights by American investment firm Eaton Vance Management. The Standard Form TR-1 notification, filed to the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE), showed that the relevant threshold was crossed or reached on April 17, 2026. Eaton Vance Management, a Boston-based […]

23.04.2026 11:38

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When rules change, it’s never just about the rules

By Alexandros Neofytou Whenever a new legislation is introduced, it is easy to assume that everything in business will suddenly change. In Cyprus, the first months of this year have brought two significant developments: a tax reform that came into force in January and new foreign direct investment legislation that began applying in April. At […]

23.04.2026 11:30

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Travel giant Tui warns of weakening demand for Cyprus and Turkey

Tour operator Tui cut its operating profit guidance and withdrew its revenue forecast this week, saying the war in Iran had clouded demand and hit bookings to parts of the eastern Mediterranean, sending its shares down 2.6 per cent.  Europe’s largest travel operator said customers had partly shifted from eastern Mediterranean destinations to the western Mediterranean, with demand weakening […]

23.04.2026 11:22

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Sinner’s mastery mindset makes him man to beat as clay swing intensifies

Jannik Sinner was once viewed as an explosive talent custom-built for hardcourt tennis but the four-times Grand Slam champion’s assiduous work on his patience and control has made him the man to beat on clay heading into the French Open. It had long been assumed that in his era-defining rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz, Sinner would […]

23.04.2026 11:03

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Cyprus’ House of Representatives meets for final time

Cyprus’ House of Representatives meets Thursday for the final time under its current composition. During the session, lawmakers are expected to vote for the chamber’s self‑dissolution ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for May 24, 2026. The election proclamation will be issued in a decree by the interior minister, to be published Friday in the […]

23.04.2026 10:45

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Cyprus asserts strategic role at EU’s eastern edge during Limassol forums

Cyprus has used two transport events in Limassol to press its case for a stronger voice in European maritime policy, with the Cyprus Ports Authority (CPA) saying the meetings reflected the island’s strategic importance at the EU’s eastern edge.  In a statement, the authority said the 4th European Maritime Space Forum served as a platform for discussion on the future […]

23.04.2026 10:44

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Phedonos claims ‘coordinated and relentless war’ against him

Suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos on Thursday alleged he has been the target of a “coordinated and relentless war” aimed at his “political and moral extermination”, according to a written statement he issued. Phedonos said the situation began on January 21, 2026, claiming that “opportunists found fertile ground in a dismantled state” and seized the […]

23.04.2026 10:32

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