Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus hotel workers call for ‘immediate support’ amid tourism sector slowdown

Trade union Sek’s hotel workers branch expressed deep concern over the impact of ongoing instability in the Middle East on Cyprus’ tourism sector, while calling on the government to implement immediate and meaningful support measures. In a statement released on Thursday, the union warned that uncertainty across the region is directly affecting tourism activity, with […]

30.04.2026 13:48

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€1m approved for missing person DNA identification

A €1 million fund has been approved for specialised genetic testing to help identify remains of missing persons, the office of the presidential commissioner said on Thursday. Officials said the new technology will strengthen existing procedures and increase the chances of identifying remains that have so far resisted scientific analysis. The decision was taken by […]

30.04.2026 13:43

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Bright chess future for Olga Mikhailina after stellar play at 2026 Candidates Tournament

By Andrey Avsitidiysky The Candidates Tournament, held at the Cap St Georges Hotel from March 28-April 16, 2026 sparked a huge surge of interest in chess in Cyprus. For 20 days in the tournament’s fan zone, dozens of children and teenagers chatted with the stars, attended lectures and took part in masterclasses. World chess legend […]

30.04.2026 13:41

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Cypriot MEP calls for halt to funding of Turkish Cypriot farmers over foot and mouth

Cypriot member of the European Parliament Costas Mavrides, of Diko, on Thursday called for a halt to European Union funding of the Turkish Cypriot agricultural sector, alleging that Turkish Cypriot farmers and authorities are refusing to apply EU rules in light of an ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease on the island. “As we […]

30.04.2026 13:39

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Eni Cyprus offers two scholarships for postgraduate studies in Italy

Two scholarships for a postgraduate programme at the Politecnico di Torino have been announced by Eni Cyprus Limited, the energy ministry said on Thursday. The scholarships are for the 2026–2027 academic year under the “Master Mind” programme and are offered within the framework of Eni’s production sharing agreement with the Republic of Cyprus. They are […]

30.04.2026 13:34

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RMHC Cyprus to hold second ‘Family Fun Day’ on May 16

Don’t miss it! For the second consecutive year, Ronald McDonald House Charities Cyprus (RMHC Cyprus) is organising the largest family celebration of the year, the highly anticipated “Family Fun Day”, bringing together children and adults alike for a day filled with joy, games and love. On Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10am to 7pm, Nicosia’s […]

30.04.2026 13:20

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Smart meter installations to continue across Cyprus in May

The mass installation programme for electricity smart meters will continue throughout May 2026 across all districts, the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) said on Thursday. In Nicosia, installations will take place in Engomi and Ayios Dhometios, including areas on both sides of Griva Digeni Avenue. Work will also cover zones between Iroon avenue, Griva Digeni […]

30.04.2026 13:13

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Cypriot MEPs demand more support for Lebanon

Cypriot members of the European Parliament demanded more support for Lebanon amid an insurgency being undertaken by Iran-backed militia Hezbollah and an ongoing invasion being launched by Israel, with MEPs debating the ongoing situation in the country as skirmishes continue despite a ceasefire. Disy’s Loucas Fourlas began his speech by saying that he wished to […]

30.04.2026 13:06

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Supreme Court rejects appeal over 2013 ‘haircut’ case

The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Polish woman seeking compensation from Cyprus for losses during the 2013 banking crisis, it was made known on Thursday. The case involved funds in a term deposit account at Laiki Bank before March 2013. After restructuring measures, her deposit shrunk from €454,579.52 to €24,508.16, resulting in […]

30.04.2026 13:00

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UCLan Cyprus, PANTON CHARA sign MoU

UCLan Cyprus and the non-profit organisation PANTON CHARA are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the beginning of a meaningful collaboration in the field of applied psychology, with a particular focus on the MSc Forensic Psychology programme. The MoU was signed online on January 21, 2026, while the collaboration […]

30.04.2026 12:55

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Rare breeds decision lies with veterinary services, says Malas

Decisions regarding animals infected with foot-and-mouth disease that belong to rare breeds fall exclusively under the jurisdiction of the Veterinary Services, special scientific committee head Stavros Malas said on Thursday, pointing out that there is only a “small window” for alternative handling, and even that comes with significant reservations. Malas, speaking on the sidelines of […]

30.04.2026 12:51

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Young Lions 2026 Cyprus selects four winners to send to Cannes competitions

A total of 32 young professionals from the advertising industry took part in Young Lions Cyprus 2026, the competition that offers participants a chance to distinguish themselves and showcase their work and talent internationally, while also giving them a unique experience — competing at the Cannes Young Lions Competitions in Cannes this June. Co-organisers of […]

30.04.2026 12:20

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Cyprus industrial output prices fall in March

The Index of Industrial Output Prices for March 2026 reached 121 units, marking an annual decrease of 0.6 per cent compared to the same month in the previous year. According to a report from the state statistical service (Cystat), this figure represents a 1 per cent decrease when compared to February 2026. The index remained […]

30.04.2026 12:19

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Larnaca residents protest delays in port and marina projects

Dozens of Larnaca residents held a protest over delays in development plans for the city’s port and marina, gathering between the roundabout and the port entrance and calling on the government to deliver on its commitments. Protesters demanded an end to what they described as prolonged setbacks and urged progress on developing the surrounding land […]

30.04.2026 12:16

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Developer Robert Balzebre on why Miami Beach’s pump stations signal a market shift

Miami Beach now operates 49 stormwater pump stations across a barrier island that relied on gravity drainage for its first century of existence. The city has invested over $103 million in completed stormwater resilience projects since 2011 and committed to $500 million more, funded through an 84% increase in stormwater fees and local tax revenue. […]

30.04.2026 12:14

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Raouna: Antisemitism has no place in Europe or anywhere

Antisemitism “has no place in Europe or anywhere”, European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna said, as she addressed the European Parliament in light of a number of incidences of antisemitic hate crimes in Europe in recent weeks. She said she wished to “unequivocally condemn” the attacks, which included an arson attack in a Jewish neighbourhood […]

30.04.2026 12:13

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Common security threats targeting Mac Users and how to stay protected

With almost 1/3rd of the market reach in the US, macOS has gained a stronghold in the computer market. It’s gaining popularity across the globe, which makes it a sought-after target for attackers. Macs come with superb built-in security features, but in today’s times, when attackers are using sophisticated technical and human-based methods combined with […]

30.04.2026 12:03

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Christodoulides to meet Erhurman next week

President Nikos Christodoulides will hold his next meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman next Friday, May 8, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Thursday. He wrote in a post on social media that the meeting will take place at 4pm at United Nations special representative Khassim Diagne’s official residence in the buffer zone in […]

30.04.2026 11:52

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Public must be made an ally, says Fitiris at police graduation

The public must be made an ally, as no security system can be truly strong without trust and cooperation from the people, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said on Thursday during the graduation ceremony of police cadets from intakes 159, 160 and 161 at the Police Academy, where he inspected assembled ranks of new officers. “It […]

30.04.2026 11:38

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Panini sticker collectors face biggest World Cup challenge yet

For generations of football fans, no World Cup would be complete without the thrill of opening a packet of Panini stickers and discovering Zico, Franz Beckenbauer, Diego Maradona or Lionel Messi staring back. Since Italian company Panini’s first sticker collection at the 1970 World Cup in Mexico, trying, and usually failing, to complete the set […]

30.04.2026 11:37

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Man gets ten years for Paralimni stabbing

The Famagusta criminal court sentenced a 24-year-old man on Thursday to ten years in prison after he admitted to causing grievous bodily harm with intent in a stabbing in Paralimni. The court also convicted him of carrying an offensive weapon and disturbing the peace, offences committed on August 16, 2025. The incident took place at […]

30.04.2026 11:32

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus and Greece employers federations seal new partnership deal

The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) and the Hellenic Federation of Enterprises (Sev) have signed a memorandum of cooperation, formalising their joint commitment to strengthening entrepreneurship, competitiveness and extroversion in Cyprus and Greece. According to an announcement released on Thursday, the agreement was signed by Oev president George Pantelides and Sev executive committee president […]

30.04.2026 11:31

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Turkey and EU ‘held hostage by one country’, Fidan says

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan lamented that relations between his country and the European Union are being “held hostage by one country” during a joint press conference with his Austrian counterpart Beate Meinl-Reisinger in Vienna. “Unfortunately, there are some inherent rule-based dilemmas within the European Union. For example, 26 out of 27 countries, representing 400 […]

30.04.2026 11:26

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Gov’t aims for swift completion of ‘Sandy’ probe, says minister

The government’s objective is for the police investigation into the “Sandy” case to be completed as soon as possible, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said on Thursday, while noting he could not provide a specific timeline. Speaking to reporters after the graduation ceremony of police cadets from intakes 159, 160 and 161 at the Police Academy, […]

30.04.2026 11:16

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