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Protest held outside Paphos hall in support of former bishop Tychikos

Supporters of former Paphos bishop Tychikos gathered on Monday outside the Paphos municipal hall, voicing opposition to the procedures underway for the election of his replacement following his removal from office. The demonstration took place as church authorities prepared to move forward with the selection process, with four candidacies submitted and the synod expected to […]

25.05.2026 19:46

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Wall collapse prompts emergency response in Larnaca

Emergency services were mobilised in Larnaca on Monday following the collapse of part of a residential structure, with authorities initially assessing whether anyone might be trapped before confirming that three occupants had exited safely. The incident occurred in the Chrysopolitissa area, where a brick-built residence suffered the collapse of a wall and part of a […]

25.05.2026 19:23

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Revised indictment filed in Thanasis Nicolaou private prosecution case

Court proceedings in the private criminal prosecution brought by the family of Thanasis Nicolaou advanced, after prosecutors submitted a revised indictment against five former officials, with preliminary objections now scheduled for June 4. The revised document was filed in line with earlier judicial instructions following a postponement of previous hearings, and has been transmitted to […]

25.05.2026 18:39

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10,000 new cars each year putting strain on Limassol roads

A number of projects aimed at easing traffic congestion in Limassol will be set in motion, the government pledged on Monday. Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades held a brainstorming meeting with the mayors of the Limassol district. The meeting, he said, aimed to get feedback from the municipalities and to classify the proposed traffic-related projects by […]

25.05.2026 18:03

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Excavations continue for missing persons in north

Excavations by the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) are progressing across multiple sites, as two people have been identified this year, Turkish Cypriot member of the committee Haki Muftuzade said on Monday. The CMP is currently conducting excavations at eight locations, while additional recovery operations were completed earlier this year. Muftuzade said that since the […]

25.05.2026 17:55

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Fragile supply chains drive up global energy transportation costs

The global oil and marine fuel market is moving into a more uncertain period, as tensions in the Middle East, restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz and changes in Russian cargo flows continue to affect both prices and maritime transport, according to a recent analysis by MB Shipbrokers, cited by newmoney. In a recent analysis, […]

25.05.2026 17:38

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Pope, urging AI regulation, warns some weapons now beyond human control

Pope Leo urged governments to slow down and closely regulate the development of AI systems in his first major document, released on Monday, warning that they spread misinformation, prioritise conflict and risk leading the world down a path of unending war. The first US pope also expressed concern at a Vatican event launching the text […]

25.05.2026 17:31

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Pyla torture case returns to court amid detention challenge

Two defendants accused in the Pyla torture case appeared before the Larnaca permanent criminal court on Monday, with one alleging abusive prosecution and the other challenging his continued detention. The case concerns allegations of torture, abduction and organised criminal activity regarding incidents in Larnaca during the summer of 2025. The two accused, aged 48 and […]

25.05.2026 17:19

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Health minister warns over new nicotine products targeting youth

Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides warned on Monday that new tobacco and nicotine products are targeting young people through social media, flavourings and attractive packaging. Speaking ahead of World No Tobacco Day on Sunday, the minister said smoking remained a major public health challenge despite progress in recent years. “This year’s message highlights a particularly worrying […]

25.05.2026 17:10

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Eleven women elected to new Cyprus parliament

Eleven women on Sunday secured seats in Cyprus’ new House of Representatives, marking the highest level of female parliamentary representation in the country’s history, though women still account for less than one fifth of MPs. Women claim 19.6 per cent of the 56 seats, up from eight MPs, or 14.3 per cent, in the previous […]

25.05.2026 16:53

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AmCham Cyprus forum highlights AI as key to competitiveness

The American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham Cyprus) held its Executive Forum 2026 on Monday, focusing on how artificial intelligence is reshaping competitiveness and regulation, bringing together government officials, business leaders and technology experts. The event, titled ‘From Compliance to Competitiveness: The Complete AI Leadership Agenda’, was organised by the chamber’s Digital Transformation and […]

25.05.2026 16:50

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CBC highlights active role in European banking oversight

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) hosted a high-level joint visit from top European financial regulators on May 22, 2026, to reinforce the island’s active involvement in continental banking mechanisms. According to an update from the CBC, shared on Monday on social media platform X, the strategic gathering brought Claudia Buch, the chair of the […]

25.05.2026 16:43

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Papadopoulos ‘rules nothing out’ over House presidency

Diko leader Nicholas Papadopoulos on Monday said he will not “rule out any scenario” regarding the question of who will be elected as House president, with parliamentary arithmetic appearing to suggest that there may be a path to the role for him. “We do not rule out any scenario, any possibility, any cooperation,” he told […]

25.05.2026 16:42

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Israeli fire kills six-year-old girl and a woman in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike on a tent in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday killed two people including a six-year-old girl and wounded 17 other people, including children, Palestinian health officials said. Medics said the Israeli airstrike on a tent encampment of displaced families in the Mawasi area of Khan Younis, in the south of the […]

25.05.2026 16:40

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Cyprus promotes food exports at Milan exhibition

The Ministry of Commerce on Monday announced that Cyprus made its debut with an information kiosk at the international TUTTOFOOD exhibition in Milan, aiming to boost the global visibility of its agri-food products. According to the announcement, the participation was organised through the Cyprus Trade Centre in Athens and marked the first time the country […]

25.05.2026 16:38

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New members of the House officially named

The 56 MPs who gained a seat in the new parliament were officially named on Monday, following an election that brought six parties into the legislature. The ceremony took place at Nicosia’s municipal theatre, with political party leaders as well as friends and relatives of the new MPs in attendance. Although the names of the […]

25.05.2026 16:34

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Commissioner marks eight years of GDPR implementation

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDRP) has strengthened the public’s rights and reinforced accountability in the handling of personal data, data protection commissioner Maria Christofidou said on Monday. The GDPR established stronger protections while creating a unified framework for personal data protection across member states, she said, marking eight years since it was introduced across […]

25.05.2026 16:21

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Swiatek on one-way street to second round in Paris

Four-time champion Iga Swiatek cantered into the second round of the French Open, dispatching Australian wildcard Emerson Jones 6-1 6-2 in quick time under a beaming sun. The third-seeded Pole, who reigned supreme at Roland Garros in the early 2020s, has not won a title on clay since she lifted the Suzanne Lenglen Cup in […]

25.05.2026 16:01

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25.05.2026 16:00

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Nicosia rehabilitation unit to boost mental health services

Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides inaugurated the Nicosia Occupational Rehabilitation Unit on Monday, describing it as an important step in mental health reform. As part of the same policy, vocational rehabilitation units are being developed in Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca to help people with mental health conditions regain independence and enter the labour market. Charalambides said […]

25.05.2026 15:57

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Presidential commissioner to visit Rizokarpazo and Ayia Triada

Presidential Commissioner Marios Hartsiotis will visit the occupied villages of Rizokarpasso and Ayia Triada on Wednesday to meet the residents there. The visit aims to provide practical state support and maintain regular communication with Greek Cypriots living in the areas in the north. Hartsiotis is expected to meet residents to discuss progress on issues raised […]

25.05.2026 15:41

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Consultations continue over foot and mouth outbreak

Veterinary services and livestock farmers continued consultations on Monday over the foot and mouth disease outbreak during a meeting lasting more than two hours, veterinary services director Christodoulos Pipis said. The meeting at the veterinary services headquarters focused on the next steps in managing the outbreak and the measures in force in affected areas. Both […]

25.05.2026 15:35

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Zavrantonas to stay in custody pending cocaine retrial

The Nicosia permanent criminal court on Monday unanimously ruled that Giorgos Christodoulou, also known as Zavrantonas, will remain in custody pending the retrial of the high-profile case concerning the importation and possession of more than 15kg of cocaine with intent to supply. The court rejected a defence request for his release under conditions, finding that […]

25.05.2026 15:28

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Sentence increased for cannabis possession

A drug trafficking sentence for possession of 12.9kg cannabis was increased from nine to 12 years on Monday by the court of appeal. During his initial trial, the defendant admitted possession of 12.9kg of cannabis with intent to supply. The lower court sentenced nine years for possession with intent to supply, absorbing the more serious […]

25.05.2026 15:18

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