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Melania Trump says she never had a relationship with Epstein

First lady Melania Trump on Thursday denied ever having a relationship with disgraced financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and said the claims about it are defaming her. “The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today,” PresIdent Donald Trump’s wife said in a rare address from the White House. She said she […]

09.04.2026 22:11

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Christodoulides discusses ways to achieve sustainable growth

President Nikos Christodoulides discussed ways to achieve sustainable growth, as well as opportunities and challenges facing the economy amid political instability and the war in the Middle East, during a meeting with business leaders in Nicosia. Speaking at a roundtable discussion, the president said the government has demonstrated in practice that it can manage crises […]

09.04.2026 22:00

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Court orders controversial zoo shuttered

A zoo in the Nicosia district seemed headed for definitive closure on Thursday, after a court ruling reconfirming that the facility was in breach of safety regulations and was operating without a valid permit. The case concerns Melios Zoo Park, located in Ayioi Trimithias. It had previously faced shuttering years ago due to legal issues, […]

09.04.2026 21:49

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North, Turkey sign new €480m financial protocol

Turkish Cypriot ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel and Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz on Thursday evening put pen to paper on the latest annual financial protocol which sets out the coming year’s financial provisions from Turkey to northern Cyprus. The deal is worth 25 billion TL (€480 million), and Ustel and Yilmaz held a joint press […]

09.04.2026 21:40

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Authority urges responsible gambling over Easter

The Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Authority (CGC) on Thursday urged the public to practise responsible gambling during the Easter holidays. The authority called on citizens to enjoy the festive period with moderation and self-control in all gambling-related activities. It stressed that gambling should be treated strictly as a form of entertainment, not as a […]

09.04.2026 20:43

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Company loses €93,000 in fake email scam

Police said on Thursday they’re investigating the theft of some €93,000 from a Nicosia-based company, apparently tricked into making the payment by a fake email sent to it.  The complaint was made to Nicosia CID.  According to the complaint, filed by a representative of the company claiming to have been scammed, on January 21 the […]

09.04.2026 20:23

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Egypt to buy all Aphrodite gas output from Cyprus

Egypt has agreed to buy all the output of the Aphrodite gas reservoir in Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone once the field starts production, international media reported on Thursday. According to Bloomberg, Newmed Energy LP – which owns a stake in the project – posted the statement on the Tel Aviv stock exchange. The Israeli company […]

09.04.2026 20:05

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€20m projects planned for Aradippou area

Aradippou mayor Christodoulos Partou on Thursday said the municipality is planning to proceed with the implementation of three projects worth €20 million in Aradippou, Kellia and Troulloi. According to Partou, the projects were discussed during a meeting with Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou last week and are currently awaiting approval from the finance ministry. “We had […]

09.04.2026 19:53

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Iran: Christodoulides expresses hope that de‑escalation will be achieved

President Nikos Christodoulides expressed hope that the goal of de‑escalation will be achieved following the announcement of a two‑week cease-fire in the fighting in Iran. He was speaking on the sidelines of an economic forum in Nicosia. He said the Republic of Cyprus has a particular interest in the issue, both because it currently holds […]

09.04.2026 19:45

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Travel Expo Cyprus returns ahead of summer season

For eager travellers awaiting to book their holidays and travelling adventures, the Travel Expo Cyprus 2026 returns this April for all there is to know about this year’s tourist destinations and international travel packages. The Cyprus State Fair will once again host the weekend event spanning from April 17 to 19 in Nicosia. Tour operators, […]

09.04.2026 19:45

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Plans advance for new €300m prison in Nicosia

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris on Thursday held a meeting with officials from relevant authorities to discuss the next steps in planning a new central prison. The meeting was attended by the justice ministry’s director-general, as well as representatives from the public works department, the urban planning department, the electromechanical services, and the prisons department. According […]

09.04.2026 19:06

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Government orders probe into ‘cabal’ allegations

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday pledged a full investigation into explosive allegations made by journalist Makarios Drousiotis, as law enforcement authorities appeared to have their hands full as they also looked into corruption claims leveled by a social media personality. “Of course, an investigation will be carried out to the end,” the president said during […]

09.04.2026 19:04

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Christodoulides expresses concern over Lebanon situation in call with Aoun

President Nikos Christodoulides expressed “deep concern” over what he described as “indiscriminate strikes against civilians and critical infrastructure” by Israel on Lebanon during a telephone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, according to a statement by government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis, on Thursday. Christodoulides conveyed Cyprus’ full solidarity with the government and people of Lebanon, stressing […]

09.04.2026 18:14

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Cyprus: Immediate suspension of driving licences for drunk drivers

Police have announced the immediate suspension of driving licences for motorists found to be driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In a statement, authorities said the transport minister, acting as Registrar of Motor Vehicles, has delegated to the police chief the authority to suspend a licence when it is deemed dangerous for public […]

09.04.2026 18:00

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Fallout continues after week of protests in north, Ustel heads to Ankara

Turkish Cypriot ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel travelled to Ankara on Thursday with a view to signing this year’s annual financial protocol with the Republic of Turkey, having had his trip to Turkey delayed in light of an ongoing dispute over planned alterations to the payment of the cost-of-living allowance to public sector workers. That dispute […]

09.04.2026 17:58

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Masters under way as Augusta awaits McIlroy and Scheffler

Mostly clear skies and cool conditions greeted the early starters as the Masters got under way on Thursday at Augusta National with defending champion Rory McIlroy and world number one Scottie Scheffler yet to tee off in the year’s first major. Honorary starters Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson led off one of the […]

09.04.2026 17:55

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Impact study needed before social media age limit

Any move to set an age limit for social media use in Cyprus should be backed by an impact study and include children’s input, commissioner for children’s rights Elena Perikleous said on Thursday. Her comments follow Greece’s announcement of a ban on social media use for children under 15. Perikleous said discussions have already been […]

09.04.2026 17:41

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Palestinian embassy hosts roundtable on Israeli death penalty law

Speakers at an event held on Thursday at the Palestinian Embassy in Nicosia voiced strong opposition to recent Israeli legislation introducing the death penalty for those convicted of terrorism, warning it raises serious legal and human rights concerns. The press conference brought together Palestinian ambassador Abdallah Attari alongside former Palestinian minister Shaddad Attili, University of […]

09.04.2026 17:01

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Cyprus expresses solidarity with Kuwait, backs US-Iran ceasefire

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos held a telephone conversation on Thursday with his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, expressing Cyprus’ support of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran as a step towards wider regional stability. In his post on social media following the call, Kombos said he “expressed Cyprus’ solidarity with Kuwait” and […]

09.04.2026 16:52

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British Airways cuts Middle East flights as regional tensions weigh on demand

British Airways (ICAG.L) said on Thursday it will cut ​flights to the Middle East when services ‌resume, permanently drop Jeddah as a destination, while adding capacity to India and Africa, as heightened regional tensions disrupt schedules ​and weigh on demand. The changes follow prolonged ​disruption after the escalation of the US-Israeli war ⁠against Iran forced […]

09.04.2026 16:44

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President to make decisions on the foreclosure‑related bills

President Nikos Christodoulides said he will make decisions on the foreclosure‑related bills based on what he believes serves Cyprus’ long‑term interests, not the upcoming parliamentary elections. Asked whether he is considering sending the laws back to Parliament, he said only that he is studying the matter while taking into account the country’s institutions and Constitution. […]

09.04.2026 16:30

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Turkish defence ministry calls for ‘common sense’ after Eoka day rock throwing

Turkish defence ministry spokesman rear admiral Zeki Akturk on Thursday called for “common sense to prevail” after rocks were thrown at Turkish Cypriots on the anniversary of the creation of Eoka and former Turkish defence minister Hulusi Akar warned Greek Cypriots that they may be facing their “last Easter”. He took umbrage at Cypriot President […]

09.04.2026 16:28

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Xylofagou Big Potato reinstalled after storm damage repairs

The landmark Big Potato in Xylofagou was reinstalled on Thursday following repairs caused by strong winds that had toppled the structure from its base. The popular roadside attraction, widely known as the “Big Potato,” had been dislodged during severe weather conditions earlier in March, when heavy winds and rain caused it to collapse. Local authorities […]

09.04.2026 16:20

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IMR/University of Nicosia research: BuySell leads with market share of up to 81.6%

IMR/University of Nicosia, with extensive expertise in research development within the real-estate sector, conducted a new comparative analysis highlighting the role and importance of online property listing platforms in Cyprus. The latest research confirms the findings of the previous IMR/University of Nicosia study published in Cyprus Mail (26/9/2025) and SigmaLive (29/9/2025), and confirms that the […]

09.04.2026 16:17

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