Famagusta Gazette

Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 23:45

Rainfall in Cyprus reached 238% of the normal average

Rainfall in Cyprus reached 238% of the normal average for May, according to new data from the Meteorological Department, totaling 46.7 millimeters. Officials said every monitoring station recorded rainfall above the monthly norm, with some areas receiving nearly four times their usual levels. The highest total was logged in Prodromos, which recorded 127.2 millimeters, followed […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 21:00

Learner drivers in Cyprus urged to schedule their practical driving tests

Cyprus’s Department of Road Transport is urging new learner drivers to schedule their practical driving tests as soon as they receive their learner permits, citing high demand and growing delays. In a statement, the department said early booking is essential to avoid backlogs and ensure applicants are served without long waits. Officials also encouraged learners […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 18:45

UK, U.S. Ease Travel Advisories for Cyprus

The United Kingdom has updated its travel guidance for Cyprus, keeping the island among destinations for which no “avoid travel” recommendation is in place and lowering its assessed risk level. The United States has also returned Cyprus to its standard travel‑advice category, reversing earlier cautionary guidance. Cyprus’s Foreign Ministry welcomed the decisions from London and […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:00

Police investigating new phone‑scam

Police are investigating a new phone‑scam case in which a large sum of money was taken from a bank account. A 76‑year‑old woman told officers she received a call from a man speaking English who claimed to be a payments‑service director. Using false claims about the security of her bank account, he convinced her to […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 12:15

Final investment decision on the “Cronos” gas block expected

A final investment decision on the “Cronos” gas block in Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone is expected in June, Energy Minister Michalis Damianou said. He said that agreements approved by the Cabinet in May are due to be signed this month. Damianou said the ENI–TotalEnergies consortium has already made some payments, reinforcing expectations that the final […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:30

Chinook helicopter crews prepared for firefighting season

British Bases officials say their Chinook helicopter crews are prepared for the summer firefighting season after taking part in a Republic of Cyprus–led exercise. The RAF Akrotiri–based team from 1310 Flight completed its annual training on May 1 and put those skills into practice during Exercise Ifestos last week. Squadron Leader Joel Babbage, the unit’s […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 10:45

Losses in Cyprus’ tourism sector have reached 20 percent

Losses in Cyprus’ tourism sector have reached 20 percent so far this year because of instability in the Middle East, the head of the Cyprus Hotel Managers Association said. Christos Angelides told the Cyprus News Agency he remains hopeful that last‑minute bookings in the coming months will help the sector recover, but warned that the […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 09:15

Study links faster biological aging to higher risk of death and hospitalization

An international research team has found that people whose biological age is higher than their actual age face a sharply increased risk of death and hospitalization, Israel’s Sheba Medical Center has said. The study, published in Aging and Disease, used routine blood tests and artificial‑intelligence tools to measure biological aging and identify people at higher […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 09:15

Unemployment in Cyprus fell to 3.2% in April

Unemployment in Cyprus fell to 3.2% in April, according to new Eurostat data, edging down from 3.3% in March. Youth unemployment for people under 25 was not available for April. The most recent figure, from January 2026, stood at 12.7%. Across Europe, unemployment was unchanged. Eurozone unemployment held at 6.3%, while the European Union rate […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 07:20

31‑year‑old man held in connection with home burglaries

Police have arrested a 31‑year‑old man in connection with a series of home burglaries and a theft reported in the Limassol district. Investigators say evidence links the suspect to one theft from a residence and two additional break‑ins, all committed on the morning of May 26. A court warrant was issued for his arrest, and […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 18:45

Egypt Uncovers Artifacts Spanning Ancient Egyptian and Greco‑Roman Eras

Egypt has announced the discovery of a series of artifacts dating to the ancient Egyptian and Greco‑Roman periods in Beni Suef Governorate, south of Cairo. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said an archaeological mission from the Supreme Council of Antiquities made the find at the Ihnasya al‑Medina site, shedding new light on the city’s […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 18:01

Cyprus Drone and Surface‑Vessel Maker Says New Systems Resist Electronic Warfare

The head of Swarmly Aero, a Cyprus‑based producer of unmanned air and surface vehicles, says the company’s latest drones are designed to operate even in hostile electronic‑warfare environments, according to Fileleftheros. The paper, which toured the firm’s facilities, reported that Swarmly Aero has already donated two H‑10 Poseidon drones to the National Guard’s artillery units. […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 17:00

Cyprus Residents Oppose Plan for 32 New Antennas at UK’s Akrotiri Base

Residents in the Akrotiri area of Cyprus are opposing a British plan to install 32 new military communications antennas, citing fears over radiation, according to reports in the press. Reports suggest the UK has announced its intention to add the antennas at the sovereign base area, prompting strong objections from locals in the nearby community […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 17:00

Meteor Blast Heard Across Northeastern U.S., Experts Say

A loud double boom that shook buildings across parts of the northeastern United States on Saturday afternoon was caused by a meteor entering the atmosphere, according to the American Meteor Society. The object, estimated to be about one meter wide, broke apart around 2 p.m. near the New Hampshire–Massachusetts border, just north of Boston, the […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 15:30

At Least 55 Killed in Explosion at Myanmar Explosives Depot

At least 55 people were killed and dozens injured when an explosives warehouse blew up in the village of Kaungtup in northern Myanmar, according to reports from the BBC and the Associated Press. The blast occurred around noon local time and damaged about 100 nearby buildings. Kaungtup lies in the Namhkam area of Shan State, […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 15:30

About 3,000 People in Cyprus Have Multiple Sclerosis, Data Show

Nearly 3,000 people in Cyprus are living with Multiple Sclerosis, according to figures cited by Alithia from the International MS Federation. The disease affects an estimated 3 million people worldwide. The announcement highlighted the importance of early diagnosis and proper training for healthcare staff in managing the condition.

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 14:00

Eight Killed in Israeli Strike in South Lebanon, Officials Say

Eight people were killed in an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon on Sunday morning, including three women, Lebanon’s Health Ministry said, reporting a rise in Israeli military activity in the area. Israel says its intensified air and ground operations are targeting Hezbollah positions. The attack hit the town of Deir Zahrani in the Nabatieh district […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 14:00

Cyprus Budget Surplus Shrinks in First Four Months, Data Show

Cyprus recorded a budget surplus of €593.4 million in the first four months of 2026, a drop of €593.4 million from the same period last year, according to preliminary figures released by the Statistical Service. The surplus for January–April equals 1.5% of GDP, compared with 1.7% in the same period of 2025. Last year’s surplus […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 12:15

Several Injured in Drone Strikes on Kharkiv, Officials Say

Russian drones struck multiple sites in Kharkiv on Sunday evening, injuring several people, local officials said. Regional governor Oleh Syniehubov wrote on Telegram that a five‑story building in the city’s Osnovianskyi district was hit. Mayor Ihor Terekhov said another drone struck a garage complex near residential blocks, setting garages and cars on fire. He reported […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 12:15

Family Finds Missing Man Dead in Larnaca Hospital Morgue

A man reported missing for two months was found dead in the morgue of Larnaca General Hospital, according to local media. The family of of the deceased said they learned he had been admitted to the hospital on 19 March with cancer but had chosen not to inform them. His son told a local paper […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 06:12

29‑Year‑Old Arrested After Attacking Police in Famagusta District

Cyprus police arrested a 29‑year‑old man on Friday after he allegedly attacked officers who attempted to detain him in a Famagusta district village, authorities said. According to police, officers from the Xylofagou and Xylotymvou stations went to the area around 5:30 p.m. to execute an outstanding arrest warrant for the man, who had failed to […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 06:11

Police Probe New Online Scam After €2,992 Stolen From Nicosia Woman

Cyprus police are investigating a new case of online fraud after a Nicosia resident reported that nearly €3,000 was taken from her bank account, authorities said Sunday. According to the complaint filed with the Nicosia CID, the woman received a phone call on 26 May from a suspicious female caller who spoke English with an […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 06:06

United Flight Returns to Newark After Threatening Device Name Triggers Alert

A United Airlines flight bound for Spain was forced to return to Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday after a Bluetooth device with a threatening name prompted a security alert, U.S. media reported. The Boeing 767 took off around 6 p.m. for Palma de Mallorca but turned back and landed at 8:50 p.m. after crew […]

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Kıbrıs 01.06.2026 06:04

Tens of Thousands Lose Power as Severe Storms Hit Western Australia

Tens of thousands of homes in Western Australia were left without electricity after powerful weekend storms damaged property and power lines across the state. Western Power said about 70,000 customers, including many in Perth, remained without power Monday morning after storms swept through southern WA on Saturday and Sunday. Wind gusts above 100 kilometers per […]

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