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A tale of both porky and humble pies

Cyprus hosted the informal meeting of EU leaders on April 23–24, an event that proved a notable success for President Nikos Christodoulides. Such gatherings are usually forgettable affairs, serving mainly as photo opportunities for the country holding the rotating EU presidency to score domestic public relations points. It proved to be different this time. Had […]

10.05.2026 15:35

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WISTA Cyprus visits Vasiliko LPG terminal

WISTA Cyprus members recently visited the liquefied petroleum gas terminal operated by VLPG Plant Ltd in Vasiliko, offering participants a close-up look at one of Cyprus’ most important and modern energy infrastructures. According to an announcement, the visit was organised by WISTA Cyprus, which forms part of the global network of the Women’s International Shipping […]

10.05.2026 15:28

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What to catch this month at top Limassol venue

Theatre productions come alive this May at the Rialto Theatre, alongside film, music and dance works and, towards its end, the 27th Cyprus Contemporary Dance Festival begins. Here’s what to enjoy at the Limassol theatre this month. On May 10, the third and final performance of the play To Vouni takes place. Louiza Papaloizou’s award-winning […]

10.05.2026 15:15

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Cyprus Airways named fastest-growing airline in western Europe

Cyprus Airways was recognised as the fastest-growing airline in western Europe during the 2.5 Airline Marketing Workshop held in Athens as part of celebrations marking the 25th anniversary of Athens International Airport. According to a statement issued by Cyprus Airways, the distinction highlights “the airline’s strong growth trajectory, the continued expansion of its route network […]

10.05.2026 15:14

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Stella Philippou, manager digital sales & business development, Bank of Cyprus

How is the Bank of Cyprus contributing to the ongoing evolution of the financial landscape in Cyprus? Financial evolution today means much more than digital payments or mobile apps. It is about redefining the relationship between people and their finances, making banking simpler, more transparent and accessible to everyone. At Bank of Cyprus we see […]

10.05.2026 15:00

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The king’s English: the power of saying without saying

Civilisation has always depended on the disciplined use of language, on the ability to define, to persuade, to restrain and to give meaning to authority. In diplomacy, words shape outcomes. King Charles III’s recent address to the United States Congress, alongside the White House State Banquet, offered a reminder of this enduring truth. Strip away […]

10.05.2026 14:12

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Volt joins race for fourth place, Edek and Dipa make gains, according to poll

Pan-European party Volt have joined the pack of parties vying for fourth place in polling ahead of this month’s parliamentary election, according to a poll released on Sunday, with pollsters appearing to show an upward trajectory for the party. Meanwhile, the same poll has also forecast upturns in the fortunes of Edek and Dipa, with […]

10.05.2026 13:57

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Every last drop: the race to secure Africa’s water future

Across Africa, efficient use of water is increasingly crucial. Researchers and local communities have joined forces in six countries to restore land, water and livelihoods through nature-based solutions. By Helen Massy-Beresford In Ranerou, north-east Senegal, locals and environmental experts are working side by side to improve livelihoods and farming conditions, and protect the region’s biodiversity. […]

10.05.2026 13:30

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Voters to choose between bewildering array of parties

On May 6, 753 people officially entered the election race hoping to secure one of the 56 seats in parliament for a five-year term. Of the contestants, 744 are running with 19 political parties and nine are independent. Of the total, 520 candidates are men and 224 women. In terms of the representatives of religious […]

10.05.2026 13:07

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‘Digital citizen’ app to be accepted as voter ID

Voters will be able to present the virtual version of their identity card on the government’s “digital citizen” mobile application as proof of identity when they go to cast their ballots at the forthcoming parliamentary elections, chief returning officer Elikkos Elia said on Sunday. He told the Cyprus News Agency that a “control mechanism” to […]

10.05.2026 13:05

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Ustel bemused by plans to rename Paphos’ Kemal Ataturk Street

Turkish Cypriot ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel on Sunday expressed bemusement at plans to rename Paphos’ Kemal Ataturk Street, saying that the move “clearly reveals the true face of the Greek Cypriot side’s mentality”. He made the comment while reacting to newspaper reports suggesting that the Greek Cypriot side would suggest as a confidence-building measure that […]

10.05.2026 12:33

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Explosion reported in parked car

An explosion was reported in a parked car in the Famagusta district village of Liopetri during the early hours of Sunday morning. According to the police, the explosion occurred at around 3am, and caused “extensive damage” to the front of the vehicle. The police’s investigation into the matter is ongoing.

10.05.2026 12:07

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Christodoulides calls on election candidates to have ‘clear’ positions

President Nikos Christodoulides on Sunday called on candidates standing in the forthcoming parliamentary elections to have “clear” positions, during a visit to a memorial service for Eoka fighters in the Troodos mountain village of Palaichori. He firstly stressed that “the Cypriot people’s decision will be fully respected by the executive branch”, before pointing out that […]

10.05.2026 11:44

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Mammoth bones reveal secrets of Ice Age hunters

For more than a century, vast mammoth bone deposits in Central Europe have puzzled scientists. Now EU-funded researchers are revealing what they tell us about how Ice Age humans hunted and survived. By Valérie Gillet Shortly before the peak of the last Ice Age, herds of woolly mammoths roamed across Central Europe, following seasonal routes […]

10.05.2026 11:40

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Turkey lifts entry bans for ‘more than 15’ Cypriots

Sanctions restricting the entry to Turkey of “more than 15” Cypriots have been lifted, Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said. “The restrictions on entry to Turkey for a certain number of our friends have been lifted. I informed them individually. So, there is such a development. To put it roughly, I am talking about a […]

10.05.2026 11:27

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Spanish health officials board hantavirus ship to start evacuating passengers

Spain has begun the evacuation process of passengers from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship anchored near Tenerife on Sunday, with health officials boarding the boat to conduct a final check and begin disembarking passengers, Spain’s Health Ministry said. Spanish nationals will be the first to disembark on small boats in groups of five and taken to […]

10.05.2026 10:48

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Five arrested in Paphos for drug possession

A total of five people were arrested in Paphos for drug possession on Saturday evening after the car in which they were all travelling was stopped and searched by the police. The car was being driven by a 54-year-old man, with his passengers a 27-year-old man, a 35-year-old woman, a 20-year-old man, and a 16-year-old […]

10.05.2026 10:43

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Today’s weather: Warm and sunny

Sunday’s weather is expected to be warm and sunny across the island, with temperatures set to rise as high as 32 degrees Celsius inland. Elsewhere, temperatures are set to reach 28 degrees Celsius on the southeast, north, and east coasts, 25 degrees Celsius on the rest of the coasts, and 21 degrees Celsius in the […]

10.05.2026 10:35

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Cyprus embraces digital finance amid shifting global landscape

By Kyriacos Nicolaou The latest edition of Cyprus 4.0 examines how Cyprus’ financial sector is adapting to rapid technological change, as banks, regulators and fintech firms respond to a global shift in how money is created, moved and managed. The transformation is no longer gradual. It is structural, driven by digital banking, evolving payment systems, […]

10.05.2026 10:30

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Global live music revenue tops $40bn with further growth expected

Global live music ticket sales revenue surpassed $40 billion in 2025, according to market intelligence firm Omdia, which also forecast that the market will reach $50 billion by 2030. The report showed that year-on-year growth stood at 2.5 per cent in 2025, reflecting a period of market stabilisation following the sharp post-pandemic rebound that began […]

10.05.2026 10:00

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Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting May 4: The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) on Monday issued a statement welcoming the election of secretary general Philokypros Roussounides as vice president of Eurochambres‘ skills and employment committee. Representing over 20 million businesses, Eurochambres serves as the primary voice for […]

10.05.2026 09:00

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What Cyprus has not lost – yet

Remember being 15 in Cyprus? Long days on Makronissos or Konnos; straight into an evening of clubbing and pubbing (yes, we did everything younger back then!). Rolling home at 4am after a yeros. We were alive. The island was alive. Cyprus was ours! Of course, as teenagers, we had worries, too. All the usual stuff: […]

10.05.2026 09:00

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Reform surge signals tectonic shift in British politics

There were municipal and regional elections in England, Scotland and Wales last week in which the Labour government and Prime Minister Keir Starmer were clobbered by Reform UK and Nigel Farage. Starmer is now under pressure to resign but since when do UK prime ministers resign because of local election results? As the Chinese proverb […]

10.05.2026 09:00

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Satellite-to-device services gain traction across Europe

Satellite direct-to-device connectivity began shifting from concept to early commercialisation in Europe in March, according to new research from market intelligence firm Omdia, highlighting growing activity among mobile operators. The report found that more than one fifth of European mobile network operators, representing 22 per cent, have either launched, trialled, or announced partnerships related to […]

10.05.2026 08:30

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