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Inspections of Turkish Cypriot halloumi producers to begin

Inspections of Turkish Cypriot halloumi producers will begin with a view to allowing Turkish Cypriot halloumi to be exported across the Green Line and into the wider European Union, Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said on Thursday. He wrote in a post on social media that the legislation allowing halloumi to be exported across the […]

16.04.2026 10:37

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Tsitsipas’ Munich switch backfires as rankings slide continues

Stefanos Tsitsipas walked off the court in Munich on Wednesday after another first-round defeat that highlighted how far the former world number three has drifted from the sport’s elite amid injury problems and inconsistent form. Resuming at 2-2 in the deciding set against Fabian Marozsan after play was suspended on Tuesday due to darkness, the […]

16.04.2026 10:32

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ENAD Panthers top Walking Football in Cyprus table

The last league matchday saw ENAD Panthers top the table. After the games, there were presentations to:Top Goalscorer: Andros Charalambous (ENAD)Players’ Player: Antonis (Tony) Antoniou (ENAD) and Dave Perkins (Lynx) who jointly received the most nominations.League Runners Up Medals: PUWFC Pumas, who were strong throughout the season.League Champions Trophy & Medals: ENAD Panthers who retained […]

16.04.2026 10:26

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MCPURA Cielo FROZEN MAGMA: the new exclusive bespoke car of Maserati

The magic of snow, the thrill of high-performance driving on the icy track of Lake St Moritz, and the audience of the most exclusive winter event provided the perfect backdrop for the presentation of the Maserati MCPURA Cielo – FROZEN MAGMA. This unique and bespoke model, crafted by the Maserati Fuoriserie programme, masterfully blends visual […]

16.04.2026 10:19

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

23‑year‑old arrested after alleged assaults on police in Limassol

Police in Limassol arrested a 23‑year‑old man twice on the same day after two separate incidents in which officers were allegedly assaulted, authorities said. Officers first went to a shop around 8 p.m. on April 14 after receiving information about a man inside the premises who appeared to be intoxicated. The shop owner had gone […]

16.04.2026 10:15

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Cyprus to ban social media for children under 15

Children younger than 15 years old will no longer be able to use social media in Cyprus, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday, while hailing the European Union’s new age verification application. “The protection of our children in the digital environment is one of our government’s top priorities. The Republic of Cyprus is among the […]

16.04.2026 09:34

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UN security council ‘briefed’ on Pyla developments

The United Nations security council has been briefed on the latest developments in the buffer zone village of Pyla, according to reports on Thursday. The Cyprus News Agency reported that the UN’s peace operations department briefed the security council on the issue, with “tensions” in the area having been reported on Wednesday. Fears of heightened […]

16.04.2026 08:56

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Food delivery driver reports robbery in Limassol

A 26‑year‑old food delivery driver told police he was robbed around 2 a.m. Thursday at the junction of Paphos Street and Spyrou Kyprianou Avenue in Limassol. He said three people on a scooter stopped him, assaulted him and stole cash from his wallet before fleeing. The driver was not injured. The suspects were described as […]

16.04.2026 08:51

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Thursday 16 April weather- warm and dusty across Cyprus

Today’s weather will be mostly clear, with periods of increased high cloud. Dust will remain in the atmosphere, and concentrations may rise at times. Winds will blow light to strong, 3 to 5 Beaufort, and the sea will be slight to rough. Temperatures will reach 27°C inland and along the south and east coasts, 26°C […]

16.04.2026 08:45

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Today’s weather: Mainly clear, temperatures rising

Thursday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, with partial cloud in some areas, and temperatures on the rise. The mercury will reach a maximum of 27 degrees Celsius inland and on the southern and eastern coasts, 26 degrees Celsius on the rest of the coasts, and 24 degrees Celsius […]

16.04.2026 08:44

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Russian missiles hit Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, 13 dead

Russia unleashed missile and drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities overnight, killing 13 people, including a 12-year-old child, injuring several dozens and badly damaging buildings, officials said on Thursday. In Kyiv, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said four people, including the child, had died. Seven people were killed in Odesa and in the […]

16.04.2026 08:10

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Kinisis Ventures startups report strong sales and market expansion in 2026

Kinisis Ventures portfolio companies opened 2026 with stronger sales, product rollouts and market expansion across both KVF I and KVF II, as several startups moved from development into commercial execution during the first quarter, according to the fund’s latest portfolio newsletter. Among the strongest performers, Threedium posted its best opening quarter on record, surpassing $500,000 […]

16.04.2026 08:00

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Hopes for Middle East peace grow as Israel discusses Lebanon ceasefire

Optimism grew on Thursday that the war in the Middle East may be near an end, with a key Pakistani mediator in Tehran and the administration of President Donald Trump talking up hopes for a deal that would open the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Israel’s cabinet met on Wednesday to discuss a possible ceasefire in […]

16.04.2026 07:59

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Cyprus deposit rates remain lower than eurozone average

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has reported that the average interest rate for new housing loans in Cyprus stood at 3.04 per cent in February, below the eurozone average of 3.41 per cent. At the same time, the average interest rate for new household term deposits of up to one year reached 1.19 per […]

16.04.2026 07:40

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Cyprus Business Now: IMF, economy, tourism, Eurobank, CySEC, Eurolife,

Developments in the Middle East, particularly in the Persian Gulf, are adding fresh uncertainty to the global economy, with volatility making investors and businesses more hesitant to move ahead, economist Tassos Yiasemides said. Speaking to the Cyprus Agency News (CNA), Yiasemides said that, despite the ceasefire, uncertainty over how talks between the United States and […]

16.04.2026 07:30

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Maritime sector balances AI adoption with caution and safety focus

All newly available maritime artificial intelligence services and products will be presented at Posidonia, as the industry slowly incorporates their potential into everyday operations. Indeed, the maritime industry, traditionally measured in its adoption of new technologies, is steadily advancing its engagement with AI, though not without caution, according to findings from a recent Posidonia survey. […]

16.04.2026 07:00

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What’s on this weekend

Open Mic Before the weekend fun begins, an open mic night takes place in Larnaca this Friday. KENO Publications brings another edition of The Openest Mic with the theme this time, Empty Your Spring Bags! Performers and audiences will gather at StArt Café at 7.30pm to enjoy a line-up of performers sharing works inspired by […]

16.04.2026 06:40

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Middle East fallout and energy prices to dominate EUCO talks in Cyprus

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen outlined the key energy and geopolitical measures expected to dominate the informal European Council meeting in Cyprus next week, as leaders prepare to address the economic fallout from the Middle East crisis. The meeting, scheduled for April 23 and 24, 2026, will be hosted by president Nikos Christodoulides […]

16.04.2026 06:30

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Lordos United board to meet for 2025 financial results and dividend

The board of directors of Lordos United Public Limited will meet on April 28, 2026 at the company’s headquarters to review the final financial accounts and discuss a potential dividend distribution. The scheduled meeting will take place on the final Tuesday of the month to address the fiscal performance of the group for the previous […]

16.04.2026 06:00

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US treasury secretary expects slower economic growth amid Iran war

US Treasury ​Secretary Scott Bessent said on ‌Wednesday that the economy will be slower this quarter amid the ​Iran war, but it ​is in good shape and ⁠will rebound, adding that ​oil prices do not appear ​to be weighing on inflation expectations. In an interview on CNBC, Bessent ​said micro data points ​on the US […]

16.04.2026 05:00

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Audit Office criticisms of ferry operations ‘did not provide the full picture’

The recent audit report into the operations of the ferry service between Cyprus and Greece “did not take into account the provisions of the contract itself”, deputy shipping minister Marina Hadjimanoli said on Wednesday. “When the investigation began at the deputy ministry of shipping regarding the sea passenger connection, we were asked to provide some […]

16.04.2026 04:25

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Our View: Big signs must be put on all buildings registered as unsafe

It seems that tragedy must strike before the authorities recognise the existence of a problem and decide that dealing with it cannot be put off any longer. In the latest example of this, last Saturday two unfortunate foreign men were killed when the dilapidated building in which they were residing in Limassol collapsed. Another tenant […]

16.04.2026 04:20

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Arsenal edge Sporting while Bayern complete epic comeback against Real Madrid

Arsenal and Bayern Munich booked their places in the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday night, but in dramatically contrasting fashion—one through grit and control, the other via a chaotic, last-gasp comeback. At the Emirates, Arsenal edged past Sporting CP with a 0-0 draw to secure a 1-0 aggregate victory, reaching the semi-finals for the second […]

16.04.2026 02:00

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IMF chief says 12 or more countries seeking loans to cope with Middle East war energy shock

The International Monetary Fund expects at least a dozen countries to seek new loan programs to cope with surging energy prices and supply chain disruptions caused by the Middle East war, with several sub-Saharan African nations seeking help, the head of the global crisis lender said on Wednesday. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva also warned […]

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