Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Ferry boats half empty but no tickets available says Audit Office

Following a series of complaints over the unavailability of ferry tickets, the Audit Office found that from 2022 until 2025 ferries on average were running at 49 per cent of full capacity, yet the company running the routes was still getting paid in full via a state subsidy. In report made public on Thursday, the […]

02.04.2026 11:30

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Cyprus pushes maritime skills focus at Brussels forum

Cyprus used its participation in the European Maritime Skills Forum in Brussels this week to push for stronger maritime education and workforce development, as the country continues to place seafarers at the centre of its EU Council Presidency agenda.  The Deputy Ministry of Shipping said it had contributed actively to discussions on maritime education and the development of human resources in the European shipping industry, while […]

02.04.2026 11:25

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

From Cyprus to Château de Chantilly, France: science in service of art

The Cyprus Institute’s research has come into prominence at an international exhibition recently. A landmark event in art history and international scientific research is currently unfolding at the Musée Condé of the historic Château de Chantilly, near Paris, where works by the great Renaissance painter Titian are presented within an exhibition that highlights the pivotal […]

02.04.2026 11:20

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

CYGMA event boosts Cyprus’ position on global gaming map

The Cyprus Game Makers Association (CYGMA) hosted a key industry gathering on March 24, 2026 at Warehouse, Limassol, bringing together leading voices from across the island’s rapidly expanding game development sector. Positioned as both a briefing and a platform for connection, the event welcomed game development studios, publishers, investment funds and a broad network of […]

02.04.2026 11:10

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

British base as ‘protected as it can be’

The British bases in Cyprus could “easily be targeted again” as the war in the Middle East continues, the British forces’ Cyprus commander major general Tom Bewick has said. “One would be a fool not to take the Iranians at their word,” he told the BBC, a month after the Akrotiri base was hit by […]

02.04.2026 11:08

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Celestyal cancels all April sailings

Celestyal has confirmed the cancellation of all April 2026 departures as its ships wait to reposition to Athens, Greece. The line’s fleet is currently positioned in the Arabian Gulf, with Celestyal Discovery in Dubai, UAE and Celestyal Journey in Doha, Qatar. All guests and non-operational crew have been disembarked, while both vessels remain fully operational. […]

02.04.2026 10:58

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Slight delay to reduction in fuel consumption tax

The government’s planned reduction to the fuel consumption tax has been delayed until Saturday to allow parliament to vote on the plans and then allow time for petrol station proprietors to change their prices. A bill to reduce the fuel consumption tax by 8.33 cents per litre on petrol and six cents per litre on […]

02.04.2026 10:56

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Tuchel says Foden cannot be sure of a place in England World Cup squad

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is not guaranteed a place in England’s 2026 World Cup squad, manager Thomas Tuchel said. The 25-year-old has 49 senior caps but is out of form and has started only four of his club’s last 15 games. He last scored in the Premier League on December 14. “Well, it’s not […]

02.04.2026 10:49

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Ukraine asks IOC to examine ‘neutral’ status of Russian athletes

Sports authorities in Ukraine asked the International Olympic Committee on Wednesday to examine the “neutral” status of Russian athletes they accused of having links to the military or competing in events that violated Olympic sanctions. The IOC allowed a limited number of athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics and […]

02.04.2026 10:46

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Controlled explosion at Akrotiri bases no cause for concern, police say

A small, controlled explosion is expected to take place on Thursday morning in the area of the British bases at Akrotiri, police said, stressing there is no reason for public concern. In a post on X, police said they had been informed by the British Bases that the explosion is scheduled to occur between 10:30am […]

02.04.2026 10:46

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Padel, cycling, café, community: Lime Park by INEX opens in Paphos

INEX has opened Lime Park in Geroskipou, Paphos, a new place for sport, free time and meeting people. Created as part of the wider INEX ecosystem, Lime Park is designed as a space people can return to again and again – for training, games with friends, food, events and everyday activity. The park brings together […]

02.04.2026 10:42

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Kitten rescued from fire in abandoned building

Firefighters rescued a kitten from a fire in an abandoned building in Paphos it was reported on Thursday. The fire department received an emergency call about a fire in an empty restaurant in Kato Paphos on Wednesday morning. The Paphos fire station responded with two fire engines and the fire was brought under control. An […]

02.04.2026 10:38

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

France passes Spain for No. 1 in FIFA world rankings

France has overtaken Spain to regain the No. 1 spot in the FIFA world rankings for the first time since September 2018. Impressive wins in friendlies last month against Brazil and Colombia moved France up two spots in the rankings. Spain dropped to No. 2 and defending FIFA World Cup champion Argentina slipped one spot […]

02.04.2026 10:34

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

COSMOS Insurance, Nicosia Municipality create better world for stray animals

COSMOS Insurance, in collaboration with the Municipality of Nicosia, presented on March 26, 2026 a new initiative aimed at the care and protection of our four-legged friends. At the successful event held at the lower level of Eleftheria Square, the public was informed about the organised feeding stations for stray cats, which are now located […]

02.04.2026 10:27

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Approves New Fishing Regulations to Strengthen Marine Protection

Cyprus has approved a new set of fishing regulations aimed at strengthening the protection of marine species and sensitive coastal areas, the Department of Fisheries and Marine Research has said. The updated rules, endorsed by the House of Representatives and published in the government gazette on March 20, take immediate effect. They introduce stricter prohibitions […]

02.04.2026 10:15

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Limassol Marina, F&S Marinas to host 2026 Cyprus Coastal Regatta for second year

Mark your sporting calendars for the island’s second Coastal Regatta. Cyprus is raising the bar in the world of yacht racing, inviting all captains and crew from the Cyprus yachting community to take part in this prestigious nautical event. The Cyprus Coastal Regatta promises another unforgettable day on the Mediterranean’s azure waters, building on the […]

02.04.2026 10:01

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

SBA issue fireworks warning

The Sovereign Base Areas Police has revealed joint operations alongside the Cyprus Police, United Nations and His Majesty’s Customs and Immigration have taken place over the past month to deter the illegal use and importation of Easter bangers. With Greek Orthodox Easter now less than two weeks away, police officials confirmed seven operations have taken […]

02.04.2026 09:35

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Australia hits gambling advertising, advocates say not hard enough

Australia said it would ban gambling advertisements featuring celebrities and limit online gambling advertisements to internet users over 18 from next year, an attempt to appease public health concerns but falling short of measures recommended by its own inquiry. Nearly three years since his government’s review recommended a total ban of online gambling advertisements, citing […]

02.04.2026 09:34

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Rocks thrown at Turkish Cypriots on Eoka anniversary

Rocks were thrown across the buffer zone at Turkish Cypriots in Nicosia on Wednesday, with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman keen to point out that the incident took place on the anniversary of the creation of Eoka. Video footage of the incident shows a man clad in black on Markos Drakos street, which sits below […]

02.04.2026 09:28

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Man arrested for Paphos explosion

A 46-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday in Paphos in connection with the attempted destruction of property with explosives. The explosion happened in the early hours of Monday outside the offices of a company in Paphos, damaging the main entrance and the walls of the building. Police investigations indicated that an improvised explosive device containing […]

02.04.2026 09:08

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Police arrest two for possession of drugs

Two people were arrested on Wednesday for possession of drugs. Acting on a tipoff, the police stopped a car in Limassol driven by a 27-year-old at 10.30am on Wednesday. On searching the vehicle, the police found a total of 6g of cocaine, an ecstasy pill, precision scales and €2,010 in cash. The police then searched […]

02.04.2026 09:02

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

EU approves talent pool initiative to tackle labour shortages

The Council of the European Union this week approved a regulation establishing the EU talent pool, a new digital platform designed to connect non-EU jobseekers with employers across the bloc. The initiative introduces an EU digital recruitment platform aimed at facilitating international hiring in sectors where member states are facing persistent labour shortages. The platform […]

02.04.2026 08:30

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Supreme Court justices skeptical of Trump order to restrict birthright citizenship

With President Donald Trump present, U.S. Supreme Court justices signaled skepticism on Wednesday toward the legality of his directive to restrict birthright citizenship in the U.S., part of his hardline immigration approach that would upend the long-held understanding of a key constitutional provision. In his historic visit to the top U.S. judicial body, Trump, wearing […]

02.04.2026 08:30

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus records over 3.1 million short-term rental guest nights in single quarter

Cyprus recorded more than 3.1 million guest nights in short-term rental accommodation during the third quarter of 2025, according to Eurostat, highlighting the island’s strong performance in the growing platform-based tourism sector. According to the figures, Cyprus registered 3,104,502 nights booked via online platforms such as Airbnb, Booking, and Expedia between July and September 2025, […]

02.04.2026 08:20

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