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Elam removes Paphos candidate from ballot over church and LGBT remarks

A candidate for Elam in Paphos was removed from the party’s ballot on Wednesday following what the party described as ongoing disciplinary offences, with the decision taken unanimously by its politburo. Kyriakos Savvas confirmed his removal through a public statement, indicating that his campaign team had not been informed in advance of the decision. Elam […]

29.04.2026 19:18

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Livestock farmers form new association as FMD crisis deepens

A newly formed association of livestock farmers was announced on Wednesday, with the group seeking an immediate meeting with the president to press for changes in the handling of the foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak. The group, operating under the name “The Voice of Livestock Breeders”, said it aims to present “the serious issues that have […]

29.04.2026 19:14

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Greece remains top destination as 600,000 Cypriots travelled last year

Around 600,000 Cypriots travelled to Greece last year, with the country expected to remain the leading destination this year. The figures were presented during an event on Wednesday outlining this year’s tourism strategy by the Greek national tourism organisation, which also introduced new proposals aimed at Cypriot travellers. Addressing the event, the board’s director, Athena […]

29.04.2026 19:12

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US war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, says Pentagon official

The United States’ war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Wednesday, providing the first official estimate of the military’s price tag for the conflict. With just six months before mid-term elections in which Trump’s Republicans may face an uphill battle to keep their House majority, Democrats are […]

29.04.2026 19:11

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Cyprus reports 30% drop in irregular migration in first four months of 2026

Cyprus recorded a 30% decrease in irregular migrant arrivals in the first four months of 2026, while returns approached 3,000 — significantly exceeding the number of arrivals, the deputy minister for migration has said. Speaking on state radio, Deputy Minister Nikolas Ioannidis said the challenge is shifting from limiting arrivals to improving return procedures at […]

29.04.2026 19:06

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Zaragoza keeper Andrada handed 13-game ban after derby punch

Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada will serve a 13-match suspension for punching an opposition player after a sending off during Sunday’s 1-0 derby defeat by Huesca which led to a mass brawl, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) said on Wednesday. Andrada received a second booking in the 99th minute, but instead of leaving the pitch […]

29.04.2026 18:20

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Adidas gets World Cup boost in ‘very volatile’ market

Adidas on Wednesday reported stronger than expected first-quarter operating profit and sales, helped by early demand for World Cup soccer products ahead of the FIFA tournament in June. Adidas said it frontloaded World Cup products to its markets to avoid “many supply and transportation issues.” “It was definitely the right decision to bring in the […]

29.04.2026 18:12

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UK economy faces sharp slowdown as Iran war fuels energy shock

Britain’s economy faces a sharp slowdown this year and in 2027 due to the Iran war, and inflation will stay above the Bank of England’s target until 2028, according to forecasts from a leading think tank published a day before the ​BoE sets interest rates. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research said on […]

29.04.2026 18:02

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cypriot centenarian in UK receives birthday card from King Charles

A Cypriot woman living in the UK marked her 100th birthday on Wednesday, receiving a commemorative card from King Charles III in recognition of the milestone. Katina, who was born on April 29, 1926, in Rizokarpaso, has spent most of her life in the United Kingdom after moving there in 1947. She went on to […]

29.04.2026 17:44

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Cyprus Airways resumes Larnaca-Dubai flights

Cyprus Airways on Wednesday announced the resumption of flights between Larnaca and Dubai, set to restart on May 1 following a careful assessment of the situation in the region. The airline said the decision was taken after a thorough evaluation of current regional conditions, ensuring that operations can proceed safely. Moreover, the airline stressed that […]

29.04.2026 17:42

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Cypriot diaspora’s role highlighted at Westminster event

The contribution of the Cypriot diaspora in the United Kingdom and its role in strengthening ties with Cyprus were highlighted at an event held at the UK Parliament on Wednesday, bringing together political, business and academic representatives. Organised at the initiative of the UK-Cyprus Enterprise Council, the event focused on the community’s economic, social and […]

29.04.2026 17:33

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Court rejects preliminary objections in Thanasis Nicolaou case

Preliminary objections raised by the defence in the private criminal prosecution linked to the death of Thanasis Nicolaou were rejected as premature, allowing the case to proceed to the next stage. The decision, delivered by j udge Christos Stroppou at Limassol criminal court on Wednesday, concerned objections filed by lawyers representing five defendants, including a […]

29.04.2026 17:20

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Demetra Holdings acquires 5,588 own shares in latest buyback session

Demetra Holdings Plc executed the purchase of 5,588 own shares on April 28, as part of its ongoing capital management strategy and in accordance with local regulatory requirements. The investment firm on Wednesday confirmed that the transactions were carried out through the Cyprus Investment & Securities Corporation Ltd (CISC), at a uniform price of €1.42 […]

29.04.2026 17:04

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More than 70,000 smart water meters in Nicosia district by next year

More than 70,000 smart water meters will be installed in the Nicosia district between now and the end of the year, following the signing of an agreement for the meters’ provision by the district government and the Cyprus telecommunications authority (Cyta) on Wednesday. In total, 72,000 meters will be installed at a cost of €6.5 […]

29.04.2026 16:58

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FBI meets investigators in Cyprus as ‘Sandy’ probe expands

A meeting between police and a delegation from the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was held on Wednesday as part of ongoing investigations into the ‘Sandy’ case, with authorities confirming continued collection and evaluation of evidence. Police said the special investigative team examining allegations made public by journalist Makarios Drousiotis is working “at an […]

29.04.2026 16:47

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Cyprus banks association unveils new outreach strategy

The Association of Cyprus Banks has outlined a new strategy focused on strengthening outward engagement, as newly appointed director general Marios Skandalis presented the plan during a media briefing. Speaking at a working breakfast with representatives of the media, Skandalis described the initiative as a new chapter in the organisation’s long-standing history, aimed at reinforcing […]

29.04.2026 16:29

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89-year-old Athens shooter acted in ‘protest and despair’

An 89-year-old gunman arrested for wounding five people in two shootings in Athens on Tuesday acted in “protest and despair” against Greek public services, his lawyer said on Wednesday. The man opened fire with a shotgun at a branch of Greece’s EFKA social security agency, wounding an employee in the leg before travelling by taxi […]

29.04.2026 16:16

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Cyprus economic sentiment improves but growth outlook weakens

The Economics Research Centre of the University of Cyprus (CypERC) has reported that economic sentiment in Cyprus improved in April 2026, while warning of slowing growth momentum and rising uncertainty. Specifically, the Economic Sentiment Indicator rose by 2.1 points compared with March, driven mainly by less negative business sentiment in the services sector. Despite this […]

29.04.2026 15:58

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Cyprus cabinet reviews strategic plan to overhaul international reputation

Director of the president’s press office Victoras Papadopoulos announced on Wednesday that the Cabinet has been briefed on a comprehensive strategic plan designed to strengthen the international image of Cyprus. The initiative is titled ‘Stability with Perspective: A European Base with Global Reach‘ and represents a coordinated effort between the government and Invest Cyprus to […]

29.04.2026 15:25

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Parklane welcomes summer season with fully open lifestyle destination offerings

Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, is delighted to announce the official launch of the summer season, unveiling a fully operational destination where luxury, gastronomy, wellness and lifestyle come together in perfect harmony. At the heart of this vibrant experience lies the Retail Village, now fully open, featuring an exceptional selection of world-renowned monobrands […]

29.04.2026 15:22

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TV shows we love: Girls5Eva

I admit, I didn’t love it at first. Sara Bareilles drew me in. You know the one, she is the singer who wrote the hit Love Song in 2007, stars in it, and I’ve always liked her music. It was a surprise to discover that not only is she an actress but a composer and […]

29.04.2026 15:00

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Demosthenous trial postponed until next month

The trial of six people over their alleged roles in the murder of 49-year-old businessman Stavros Demosthenous was on Wednesday postponed until next month after one of the six defendants was absent from court and defence lawyers demanding more time to examine the charges their clients face. Five of the six defendants appeared at the […]

29.04.2026 14:59

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Justin Fulcher on why adversity drives entrepreneurship and institution building

Conventional wisdom about starting a company tends to favor stability: build when capital is available, markets are clear, and conditions are favorable. Justin Fulcher disagrees. The technology entrepreneur and national security advisor who co-founded the digital health platform RingMD spent years making the opposite case, drawing not from theory but from the difficult periods he […]

29.04.2026 14:49

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Turkey plans to construct natural gas pipeline to Cyprus

Turkey plans to construct a natural gas pipeline to Cyprus, the country’s Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said on Wednesday. “We have not given up on the Mediterranean. In the past, we conducted nine deep-sea drillings. Unfortunately, we did not have a discovery like we did with the Black Sea natural gas. Our focus is on […]

29.04.2026 14:40

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