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Cyprus registered unemployment rises 10.4 per cent in April

Cyprus recorded a notable rise in its jobless figures in April, with registered unemployment rising by 10.4 per cent compared to the same month last year. According to a report from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), the number of people officially listed as unemployed at District Labour Offices reached 8,962 persons by the final day […]

06.05.2026 14:03

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Is your degree worth it? New US rules to penalize colleges with low-earning grads

Choosing a degree has always been a major financial and life decision – but in 2026, it’s becoming a measurable one. New federal accountability rules in the United States are shifting the focus from what you study to what you earn after graduation. Colleges whose graduates consistently earn low wages relative to their debt may […]

06.05.2026 13:54

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Innovative European LIFE Pharma-Detox project, coordinated by Medochemie, under way

With steady progress and growing international recognition, the European project LIFE Pharma-Detox continues to advance under the coordination of Medochemie, setting a new benchmark for pharmaceutical waste management. As part of the project’s development, a partners’ meeting was held in Catania, hosted by the University of Catania. During the meeting, technical progress was evaluated, ongoing […]

06.05.2026 13:41

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More than 750 candidates register for parliamentary elections

Exactly 753 people filed candidacies for the forthcoming parliamentary elections on Wednesday, as official registrations for those vying to win one of the 56 seats in the House took place. Of those candidates, 261 were registered in the Nicosia district, belonging to a total of 18 parties. A total of 180 candidates in Nicosia are […]

06.05.2026 13:22

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SOFTSWISS bringing AI leadership to Doers Summit Limassol 2026

SOFTSWISS is taking part in Doers Summit Limassol for the second year in a row. The company’s participation reflects its focus on engaging with the European tech community and sharing its experience in building and operating high-load, data-driven systems. SOFTSWISS develops and operates software for more than 1,400 iGaming brands worldwide. Across its product portfolio, […]

06.05.2026 13:15

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Globalwealth Group records €4.7 million profit following tech pivot

Globalwealth Group PLC on Wednesday reported a significant net profit of €4,734,166 for the financial year ending December 31, 2025, marking a successful period of strategic transformation into a vertically integrated wealth-tech and asset management group. The board of directors explained that these results were primarily driven by €4.67 million in fair value gains from […]

06.05.2026 13:11

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‘EKO Safe Rider’ scheme sees impressive turnout  for first of two-day training series

For the 11th consecutive year, EKO is continuing its ‘EKO Safe Rider’ trainings for motorcycle riders, with the aim of enhancing road safety and reducing traffic accidents. Through this initiative, the company is promoting its core message, “We ride responsibly, we choose life”, highlighting the importance of responsible driving and the protection of human life. […]

06.05.2026 13:04

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Independent Tezinis files candidacy, demands Gesy improvements

Independent candidate Marios Tezinis on Wednesday morning filed his candidacy for the parliamentary elections in the Nicosia district, demanding improvements to Gesy. “There is a major problem in the service and efficiency of emergency cases. Our proposal, after consulting with partner doctors, is that, like other medical centres which are part of Gesy, [private hospitals] […]

06.05.2026 13:02

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English-language play packs a comic punch

It is time for another English-language play to entertain Paphos theatre lovers as the Stage One Theatre Group in Emba presents its next production. Get ready for four evenings of pure comedic brilliance. On May 13-16, unflappable valet Jeeves and delightfully hapless Bertie Wooster take the stage in Jeeves and Wooster in Perfect Nonsense. Adapted […]

06.05.2026 13:01

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Cannabis found at Limassol district court

A bag containing 0.96 grams of cannabis was found on the internal stairs of the Limassol district court, authorities said on Wednesday. The substance was collected by the Ykan unit for scientific examination, while investigations are ongoing.

06.05.2026 12:55

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Fidias: ‘The best way to predict the future is to create it yourself’

Social media influencer Fidias Panayiotou on Wednesday submitted his candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections in the Nicosia district, at the top of the ballot of Direct Democracy Cyprus, the party he founded and now leads. Having arrived late at the registration centre, he missed his initial slot to file his candidacy, but eventually successfully […]

06.05.2026 12:51

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Cyprus tourism businesses warn of collapse, seek urgent talks with ministry

Tourist business turnover drops 50 per cent amid Middle East conflict, association says Small shopkeepers’ association Povek on Wednesday announced that tourism stakeholders have requested an urgent meeting with Deputy Tourism Minister Kostas Koumis, citing mounting concerns over the sector’s condition. The organisation said that the request aims to secure updates on government actions and […]

06.05.2026 12:45

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Altia to take part in REALTYon Expo 2026 for second year running

Altia announces its participation in this year’s REALTYon Expo, which will take place over May 7-8, 2026 at City of Dreams Mediterranean in Limassol. Participating for the second consecutive year in this important event for the real-estate market, Altia will be present at booth 21, showcasing its broad and diversified portfolio, which includes residential, commercial […]

06.05.2026 12:40

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SupportCY’s fire-fighting drones take flight

This year’s fire prevention season has already begun and is expected to be particularly challenging at all levels. In the coming weeks, the risk of fire outbreaks and their rapid spread is set to increase significantly. In response, SupportCY of the Bank of Cyprus is further strengthening its operational capabilities by deploying Unmanned Aerial Vehicles […]

06.05.2026 12:33

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Volt says it is a ‘political necessity’ as candidacies filed

Volt’s co-leaders Andromachi Sophocleous and Panos Loizou Parras on Wednesday filed their candidacies for the forthcoming parliamentary elections in the Nicosia and Limassol districts respectively. In Nicosia, Sophocleous said that her party is “proud of each of the 56” candidates the party is fielding. “Volt did not come as a coincidence, but as a political […]

06.05.2026 12:26

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Atlantic Insurance to review dividend payment proposal

Atlantic Insurance Company Public Limited on Wednesday confirmed that it will convene its annual general meeting on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 17:00. The assembly is scheduled to take place at the registered head offices of the firm, located at 15 Esperidon Street, 2001 Strovolos, within the Zenios Pyrishis Training Centre hall. The company stated […]

06.05.2026 12:21

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US and Iran near breakthrough agreement since war began

The White House believes it is getting close to an agreement with Iran on a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the war and set a framework for more detailed nuclear negotiations, Axios reported on Wednesday, citing two U.S. officials and two other sources briefed on the issue. The U.S. expects Iranian responses on several […]

06.05.2026 12:19

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Alma ‘celebrates democracy’ as candidacies submitted

Alma founder and leader Odysseas Michaelides on Wednesday filed his candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections at the top of his party’s list in the Nicosia’s district, and declared the elections to be “a celebration of democracy”. He said that his party’s candidates are “clean individuals with experience in their field”, and that “we want […]

06.05.2026 12:18

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Bayern ready for ‘unforgettable’ moment against PSG

Bayern Munich have worked their way to within a game of the Champions League final, and players and fans are preparing for an unforgettable moment in Wednesday’s semi-final second leg against Paris St Germain, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany said on Tuesday. The French side, who won the trophy for the first time last year, earned […]

06.05.2026 12:13

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Elam candidates line up with party set for historic high

Elam leader Christos Christou on Wednesday filed his candidacy at the top of his party’s ballot in the Nicosia district, with the party on course for a historic electoral high and the third-largest number of seats in the new parliament, according to polls. “We are entering the final stretch of the campaign. Elam, with its […]

06.05.2026 12:12

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Celestina de Petro submits candidacy, attacks Charalambides

Perpetual candidate Celestina de Petro submitted her candidacy for the forthcoming parliamentary elections in the Nicosia district on Wednesday, before turning her attention to Alma candidate Irene Charalambides. “I submitted my candidacy. I will fight for the wronged, for those who went to prison, for those who supposedly owe money to banks. May there be […]

06.05.2026 12:09

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Players would boycott French Open over prize money dispute

Players would boycott the French Open if their prize money at the claycourt Grand Slam is not increased, women’s world number one Aryna Sabalenka said on Tuesday, with Coco Gauff also voicing support for the drastic step. The threat deepens a dispute between players and Roland Garros organisers over prize money distribution, even though this […]

06.05.2026 12:09

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Cisco secures top spot in April CSE rankings

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) council released the comprehensive market share figures for its members on Wednesday, detailing the trading performance and transaction values recorded throughout April 2026. The announcement provided a detailed breakdown of the brokerage landscape, offering data that both includes and excludes the impact of pre-agreed transactions, commonly referred to as packages. […]

06.05.2026 12:08

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Fox Sports hiring ‘World Cup Watcher’ for $50,000

Forget the status that comes with the corner office, the best job in America this summer will pay one individual $50,000 to watch all 104 World Cup games. Fox Sports has teamed up with job site Indeed to find a ‘Chief World Cup Watcher’ – what they’re calling the best summer job on the market […]

06.05.2026 12:06

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