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Lawsuit filed against Messi after failing to play friendly in Miami

Lionel Messi is facing a lawsuit from a Miami-based event promoter that alleges the soccer star breached a contract by failing to play in an exhibition match last year, according to court records filed on March 31. VID Music Group last month filed claims of fraud and breach of contract against Messi and the Argentine […]

17.04.2026 11:54

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Drousiotis releases new audio file, says govt working to discredit him

Journalist Makarios Drousiotis on Friday released a new audio file related to the accusations he has levelled against former supreme court judge Michalakis Christodoulou and his associates regarding a litany of alleged crimes committed against a woman known as ‘Sandy’. The audio file, he said, constitutes a conversation held between ‘Sandy’ and journalist Stelios Orphanides […]

17.04.2026 11:41

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Minister praises Unficyp actions in Pyla

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Friday said he was satisfied with the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (Unficyp)’ intervention in Pyla this week, saying the force had taken measures to prevent further provocations. Speaking on CyBC radio, Palmas hailed Unficyp’s reaction to the incident, stressing the need for a “firm and consistent stance” to […]

17.04.2026 11:32

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‘Now is the time to boost EU ties with Middle East’

President Nikos Christodoulides on Friday said that now is the time” for the European Union to strengthen its ties with countries in the Middle East as he looked ahead to next week’s European Council summit in Cyprus. He highlighted that during the two-day summit, leaders of the EU’s 27 member states will hold an expanded […]

17.04.2026 11:14

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EU tourism ministers meet in Nicosia to discuss sector resilience

EU tourism ministers will meet in Nicosia on Friday for an informal gathering under the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU, with talks set to focus on the bloc’s tourism strategy, sustainability and support for small businesses. The meeting is being organised by Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Tourism and will take place at the Filoxenia Conference Centre, […]

17.04.2026 10:49

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Christodoula March postponed due to severe weather

The annual Christodoula March, due to have been held on Saturday, has been postponed due to the forecast of severe weather, the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society and the Bank of Cyprus said on Friday. The decision was taken to ensure the safety of participants, volunteers and organisers, and to allow the event to take place under […]

17.04.2026 10:45

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Real Madrid left to sift through wreckage after another disappointing season

Real Madrid have some difficult soul-searching to do after a dramatic defeat by Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals left the 15-times European champions staring at the prospect of a second successive campaign without silverware. The Champions League had represented Real’s last realistic route to a trophy. Their LaLiga challenge has faltered, with the […]

17.04.2026 10:45

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Sees Strong Economic Potential in Expanding Defence Industry

Cyprus’ defence industry holds strong economic potential and is becoming an increasingly important sector for the country, the president said. He added that the industry also plays a key role in efforts to strengthen Cyprus’ deterrence capabilities. The president was sharing a post by Tasos Kounoudis, head of the Cyprus Association of Research and Innovation […]

17.04.2026 10:45

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Higher fuel prices and adequacy on the agenda for EU transport ministers

Pressures facing the transport sector, particularly rising costs linked to the crisis in the Middle East, require a coordinated response at EU level, according to Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades. Welcoming the meeting of the Heads of Transport Administration of the EU Member States in Limassol on Thursday, Vafeades said the impact of higher fuel prices […]

17.04.2026 10:44

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You Run, We Plant: PARKVOL charity run to raise tree-planting funds this Sunday

PARKVOL is holding the 2nd PARKVOL RUN 2026, which will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Linear Park (Olive Fields Bridge) in Strovolos—an inspiring initiative connecting sport with environmental action and collective contribution. PARKVOL is a volunteer initiative established by students, driven by care and sensitivity for both the environment and society, […]

17.04.2026 10:39

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Forest edge Porto to secure Villa showdown

An early Morgan Gibbs-White goal earned Nottingham Forest a 1-0 win over 10-man Porto to secure a 2-1 aggregate victory and set up an all-English Europa League semi-final against Aston Villa, who thrashed Bologna 4-0 to progress 7-1 on aggregate. Elsewhere, SC Freiburg eliminated Celta Vigo to set up a semi-final clash with Braga, after […]

17.04.2026 10:23

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Limassol police seize large amount of CBD products

A 58-year-old man was arrested following the seizure of a large quantity of cannabis-related products in Limassol, police said on Friday. Officers searched a container in a warehouse in cooperation with the customs department, where they found 150 packages containing 590 preparations with cannabinol (CBN) and cannabidiol (CBD), as well as 100 cannabis-infused chocolates. The […]

17.04.2026 10:20

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Columbia Group chief Mark O’Neil exits with immediate effect

Mark O’Neil has left his role as president and chief executive of Cyprus-headquartered Columbia Group with immediate effect, according to a report by TradeWinds, with no reason given for his departure. The report said staff were informed on Thursday through an internal email from chairman Heinrich Schoeller. Andreas Hadjipetrou, the group’s chief commercial officer and […]

17.04.2026 10:18

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Man arrested with 400g parcel of cannabis

A 23-year-old man has been arrested in Nicosia, police said on Friday, after he collected a parcel containing 400g of cannabis. He is being investigated for his involvement in the illegal importation and possession of drugs with intent to supply. The package was identified on April 15 at a mail sorting centre during checks carried […]

17.04.2026 10:10

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The thrill of the climb coming to Cyprus

Four films that capture the drive to push beyond limitations, life-changing mountain climbs and bold expeditions are coming to Cyprus. The Mountains on Stage event showcases remarkable films with real-life stories, portrayed not by actors but by ordinary people and their honest journeys in the search for adventure in the mountains. On May 7, Pantheon […]

17.04.2026 10:00

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Starmer faces calls to resign after Mandelson vetting fiasco

Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday faced renewed calls from his political opponents to resign after it was revealed that his former ambassador to the United States failed security vetting and was still allowed to take up the job. The government on Thursday confirmed Mandelson – who was subsequently fired after Starmer said he had […]

17.04.2026 09:54

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Two arrested for burglary in Protaras

Police on Thursday night arrested a 30-year-old and a 51-year-old man were arrested as part of investigations into cases of burglary and theft in Protaras on Thursday. “The two suspects were identified and arrested yesterday afternoon at Paphos airport, upon their departure from Cyprus,” the police said. According to the police, the arrests came after […]

17.04.2026 09:20

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Cyprus Posts Second‑Lowest Inflation in EU, Finance Ministry Says

The government’s measures introduced last year have helped keep prices lower in Cyprus than in most other EU member states, the Finance Ministry said in a statement. It was commenting on Eurostat figures showing Cyprus recorded the second‑lowest inflation rate in the bloc, alongside the Czech Republic and Sweden, and well below the averages for […]

17.04.2026 09:15

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Cyprus has the world’s ‘most polite drivers’

Cyprus has the most courteous drivers in the world! According to a recent survey from discovercars.com, our island ranks number one for driver politeness – just ahead of New Zealand in second place, and Turkey in third. I don’t know about you, but I can already see some problems there. And, while I can’t speak […]

17.04.2026 09:00

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Today’s weather: Mild and overcast

On Friday, the weather will be predominantly overcast with sporadic rain showers that may be accompanied by thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from 25 degrees Celsius inland, to around 24 degrees on the coast and around 18 degrees in the higher mountains. Winds will blow mainly north- to southeasterly, reaching up to 5 Beaufort and may […]

17.04.2026 08:44

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Cause of death of man found dead in Akamas remains undetermined

The cause of death of the man who was found dead on the coast of Akamas remains undetermined after an autopsy of his body was carried out on Thursday. According to the police, the post mortem examination was conducted at the Paphos general hospital by state pathologist Nicholas Charalambous, but did not allow for the […]

17.04.2026 08:33

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Cyprus and Greece to renew investment cooperation agreement

Cyprus and Greece will renew and expand their cooperation in foreign investment through the signing of a strategic memorandum of cooperation between Invest Cyprus and Enterprise Greece in Athens. The agreement will be signed by Invest Cyprus director general Marios Tannousis and Enterprise Greece president and secretary general for international economic relations and extroversion Dimitris […]

17.04.2026 07:50

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Police Announce Security Measures for Omonia–APOEL Match on Saturday

Cyprus police announced extensive security and crowd‑management measures ahead of Saturday’s Omonia–APOEL football match at GSP Stadium, scheduled for 5 p.m. as part of the league’s second‑phase fixtures. Stadium gates will open at 3:30 p.m., and authorities urged fans to arrive early to avoid delays. Late arrivals may enter after kickoff, police said. All spectators […]

17.04.2026 07:46

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Cyprus remains safe for weddings says UK travel company

The Wedding Travel Company, the UK’s largest independent destination wedding company, recently issued an announcement reassuring couples that Cyprus remains a safe destination for weddings despite regional concerns. The company acknowledged that ongoing news coverage surrounding the Middle East has created uncertainty for some couples planning to marry abroad. However, it stressed that Cyprus continues […]

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