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Software and fintech sectors lead Cyprus’ presence in Deloitte’s Fast 50

Deloitte on Wednesday published the results of the fifth edition of its Middle East and Cyprus Technology Fast 50, showcasing the region’s fastest-growing technology startups and the founders driving a broader shift in the innovation landscape. The programme ranks technology companies based in Cyprus and the Middle East according to their revenue growth over the […]

13.05.2026 14:30

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Cyprus shipping sector charts next move as geopolitics reshape the industry

The Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) held its 37th annual general meeting in Limassol on Wednesday, bringing together Cyprus’ political leadership, government officials, industry representatives and associates from Cyprus and abroad to discuss the sector’s outlook, challenges and priorities. One of the most important annual gatherings for the island’s shipping industry, the general meeting focused on the chamber’s continued […]

13.05.2026 14:15

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Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming

Israel has escalated its attacks in Gaza in the five weeks since halting its joint bombing with the U.S. in Iran, redirecting its fire back on the ruined Palestinian enclave where the military believes Hamas fighters are tightening their grip. According to the Gaza Health Ministry, 120 Palestinians, including eight women and 13 children, were […]

13.05.2026 14:08

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Overseas polling stations for 2026 elections announced

Polling stations for Cypriot voters abroad will operate in Greece, the United Kingdom and Belgium during the May 24 parliamentary elections. In its statement issued on Wednesday the chief returning officer’s office said polling stations would open in Athens, Thessaloniki, London and Brussels, with voting schedules varying according to location. In Athens, voting will take […]

13.05.2026 13:43

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ECM launches ESG initiative by sponsoring local hammer throw athlete

ECM Partners, an institutional investment platform operating across Central and Southeastern Europe, is pleased to announce its support of rising Cypriot hammer throw athlete Alexandros Ghamrawi, a member of the Cyprus National Team and one of the country’s most promising young athletes in hammer throw. The initiative is being undertaken under the patronage of Savvas […]

13.05.2026 13:38

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President welcomes Cyprus’ GDP growth as proof of economic resilience

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday welcomed official estimates showing Cyprus’ GDP grew by 3 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, describing it as the highest growth rate in the European Union and evidence of the country’s economic resilience and momentum. “The preliminary estimate of a 3 per cent growth rate in the […]

13.05.2026 13:35

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Cyprus’ first ‘passive’ apartment building presented

An under-construction apartment building in the Apostolos Andreas estate in Latsi–Yeri has been presented as Cyprus’ first “passive” residential project at an international conference in Germany, it was announced on Wednesday. The project was presented at the 28th International Passive House Conference in Essen, organised by the Passive House Institute, a key forum on energy-efficient […]

13.05.2026 13:27

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Cyprus economy outpaces EU average with 3 per cent GDP growth

Cyprus’ GDP grew by 3 per cent year-on-year during the first quarter of 2026, significantly outperforming both the euro area and the European Union. According to figures from both the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) and Eurostat, the seasonally adjusted GDP growth rate in Cyprus was driven primarily by the sectors of wholesale and retail trade, […]

13.05.2026 12:53

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Cabinet approves compensation for FMD-hit farmers

Farmers hit by foot and mouth disease will receive compensation worth €35.6 million, the cabinet decided on Wednesday. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said five measures would be implemented to support the farmers, as decided by the special advisory committee, in which agricultural organisations and farmers were also participating. These five measures are the immediate payment […]

13.05.2026 12:38

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Energy security at heart of Cyprus EU presidency

Energy security is a central priority of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the EU, with a focus on building a resilient system capable of withstanding external shocks while keeping energy affordable, Energy Minister Michalis Damianou said on Wednesday. Speaking at an informal meeting of EU energy ministers in Nicosia, Damianou said Europe was navigating […]

13.05.2026 12:34

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UK police pull bodies of three women from sea at Brighton

British police said on Wednesday they had recovered the bodies of three women from the sea in Brighton and were working to establish how the “tragic incident” had happened. Local media reported that multiple emergency vehicles, lifeboats and a helicopter attended the scene on the seafront on the eastern side of the city in southern […]

13.05.2026 12:33

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Rotary Club of Nicosia Lefkothea delivers medical aid to Lebanon with support of Medochemie

The Rotary Club of Nicosia Lefothea successfully organised a shipment of medical and pharmaceutical supplies to Lebanon, responding to the urgent health needs that have arisen due to the ongoing crisis in the country. The initiative was carried out with the support of the pharmaceutical company Medochemie. The shipment included medical supplies, which arrived safely […]

13.05.2026 12:27

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Cyprus pushes for measurable gender equality policies in EU shipping sector

Cyprus has placed gender equality in maritime firmly on the European agenda during its Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with Gender Equality Commissioner Josie Christodoulou calling for the shipping industry to move from declarations to substantive and measurable policies. Speaking at the High-Level Conference on Equal Opportunities and Inclusion in Shipping in Brussels this week, organised by […]

13.05.2026 12:22

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Progress in transition: Bentley publishes 4th annual Sustainability Report

Bentley Motors has published its fourth annual Sustainability Report, reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, detailing continued progress against its Beyond100+ strategy and setting out a pragmatic, forward-looking approach to delivering sustainable luxury amid a rapidly evolving global landscape. In 2025, Bentley achieved its lowest fleet CO₂ emissions in recent history, maintained carbon neutral operations in […]

13.05.2026 12:21

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Ted Lasso actor signs for US club

Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez has taken his role as a footballer from the small screen to the soccer pitch after signing a professional contract with U.S. second-tier side El Paso Locomotive FC. Fernandez, who played youth football in Mexico before stepping away from the sport at the age of 15 due to a knee […]

13.05.2026 12:21

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Paralimni municipality rejects allegations of harmful drainage of lake

The draining of the lake by Paralimni is being carried out in a controlled manner and in cooperation with the relevant authorities, the municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia said on Wednesday, rejecting earlier allegations made by environmentalist group Birdlife. “Discharges are managed through daily measurements and on-site inspections by the relevant government agencies to maintain the required […]

13.05.2026 12:16

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Wine’s love affair in Paphos village

There are many ways to explore Cyprus but few of them are more enjoyable than driving as a wine lover to a winery. You form a relationship with the territory, the wine you taste, the people you are with and the ones you meet, always in the name of authenticity and Mediterranean warmth. If you […]

13.05.2026 12:15

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Campaign underway to save Armenian Sourp Magar monastery from collapse

Efforts to restore the historic Sourp Magar monastery are actively underway as Armenian church representatives, heritage experts and members of the Armenian community renewed calls for urgent intervention to prevent the medieval complex from collapsing. The monastery, known also as Magaravank, is situated in the Pentadaktylos mountains overlooking the Kyrenia coastline and has remained in […]

13.05.2026 12:05

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Southampton to play Hull at Wembley for Premier League place

Southampton will play Hull City for a place in the Premier League after coming back from a goal down to beat Middlesbrough 2-1 in extra time of their Championship playoff semi-final second leg on Tuesday. Shea Charles fired the Saints on their way to Wembley with a curled left-footed shot that bounced in off the […]

13.05.2026 12:01

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No added pressure on Man City due to Arsenal win, Guardiola says

Arsenal’s late win over West Ham United on Sunday to go five points clear at the top of the Premier League table did not put any extra pressure on second-placed Manchester City, Pep Guardiola said. Guardiola’s side, who have played a game less, must hope for Arsenal to drop points, as a win over Crystal […]

13.05.2026 11:53

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La Petite Maison to mark four years in Limassol with lavish celebration

La Petite Maison Limassol will celebrate four years in Limassol with a spectacular two-day celebration set to become one of the most talked-about events of the year. Over May 16-17, 2026, Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, will transform into the ultimate destination for those who appreciate exceptional dining, live music and the unmistakable […]

13.05.2026 11:52

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AEK Larnaca and Shakhtar fined by UEFA over discriminatory behaviour

Shakhtar Donetsk and AEK Larnaca have been fined by UEFA over the discriminatory behaviour of their supporters in Conference League matches with Crystal Palace, European football’s governing body said. Cypriot club Larnaca were fined 50,000 euros and also face a partial closure of their stadium for their next UEFA club competition home fixture, for their […]

13.05.2026 11:50

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Markets bet on Bank of England rate hikes as Middle East tensions rise

Investors increased their bets on ​the Bank of England ‌raising rates in the coming months as ​global markets responded ​to the latest increase in ⁠tensions in the ​Strait of Hormuz and ​as Prime Minister Keir Starmer was battling to stay ​in power. UK rate ​futures on Tuesday pointed to ‌around ⁠68 basis points of BoE […]

13.05.2026 11:47

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Cyprus approves plan to protect vultures from poisonings

A national roadmap aimed at tackling the illegal use of poisoned baits and strengthening protection of the endangered griffon vulture population in Cyprus has been approved, the interior ministry said on Wednesday. The proposal, submitted by the ministry and approved during a cabinet meeting in April, aims to address what authorities described as the main […]

13.05.2026 11:38

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