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Registered unemployment climbs by 10.4% in April 2026

Registered unemployment climbs by 10.4% in April 2026

The number of people registered as unemployed at the end of April 2026 reached 8,962, according to figures released Wednesday by the Statistical Service using records from the District Labour Offices. ...

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Fewer children in Cyprus face poverty, but hardship remains unevenly spread

Fewer children in Cyprus face poverty, but hardship remains unevenly spread

Cyprus has recorded a reduction in the number of children facing poverty or social exclusion over the past several years, though major social and economic gaps remain, according to a recent European Commission assessment....

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Record 753 candidates enter Cyprus parliamentary election race

Record 753 candidates enter Cyprus parliamentary election race

Cyprus has recorded its highest number of parliamentary election candidates and party lists ahead of the May 24 vote, according to General Returning Officer Elikkos Elia....

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Ted Turner, founder of CNN and broadcasting pioneer, dies at 87

Ted Turner, founder of CNN and broadcasting pioneer, dies at 87

Media entrepreneur Ted Turner, the founder of CNN and one of the most influential figures in television news, has died at 87, according to the network he created....

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Cyprus court blocks €13.7 million aid plan for Dhekelia communities

Cyprus court blocks €13.7 million aid plan for Dhekelia communities

Cyprus’ Supreme Constitutional Court has struck down a law that would have allowed the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) to provide up to €13.7 million in financial assistance to communities near the Dhekelia power station. ...

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Politics Blog: Wedding envelopes, roadblocks and political drama

Politics Blog: Wedding envelopes, roadblocks and political drama

You can accuse Fidias of many shortcomings, lack of education, knowledge, eloquence, and a few other things, but you cannot say a word against his Cypriot DNA....

 |  OPINION
Europe monitors rare cruise ship virus outbreak after deaths and new suspected cases

Europe monitors rare cruise ship virus outbreak after deaths and new suspected cases

Health authorities across Europe are keeping a close eye on a rare virus outbreak linked to a cruise ship after three passengers died and several others became sick during the voyage....

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Ryanair to shut down Thessaloniki base in dispute over airport fees

Ryanair to shut down Thessaloniki base in dispute over airport fees

Low-cost airline Ryanair is preparing to close its operational base at Thessaloniki’s Macedonia Airport, according to reports in Greek media, in a move that could affect hundreds of workers and reshape flight connections in northern Greece....

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Man of the Year Awards celebrate excellence in Cyprus with emotional ceremony in Nicosia

Man of the Year Awards celebrate excellence in Cyprus with emotional ceremony in Nicosia

The 24th edition of the Man of the Year Awards took place Tuesday night at The Royal Hall in Nicosia, bringing together leading figures from across Cyprus and Greece to honor individuals recognized for achievement, character, and contribution to society....

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People, Purpose, and Precision in Financial Services: The SPL Audit approach

People, Purpose, and Precision in Financial Services: The SPL Audit approach

In today’s dynamic business environment, success depends not only on numbers but also on relationships, engagement, and care for clients, employees, and society. SPL Audit embodies this approach, combining expertise in Audit, Tax, Advisory, and Accounting services with a modern, human-centric mindset that places people and purpose at the heart of business....

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UN peacekeeping chief bids farewell to US ambassador in Cyprus

UN peacekeeping chief bids farewell to US ambassador in Cyprus

The top United Nations official in Cyprus met Tuesday with the outgoing U.S. ambassador in Nicosia for a farewell ceremony held inside the UN-controlled buffer zone, marking the end of her diplomatic posting on the island....

 |  DIPLOMATICA
Greek business wave in Cyprus seeks stronger voice

Greek business wave in Cyprus seeks stronger voice

Greek business activity in Cyprus has been steadily strengthening in recent years, with a noticeable rise in investments and the relocation of skilled professionals to the island, a trend that reflects renewed confidence in the Cypriot economy....

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Airlines slash millions of seats as fuel fears shake global travel

Airlines slash millions of seats as fuel fears shake global travel

Airlines around the world are cutting flights, shrinking schedules, and scrambling to save fuel as growing concerns over global fuel supplies begin to hit the aviation industry. ...

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Sexual violence reports rise across Europe, including Cyprus

Sexual violence reports rise across Europe, including Cyprus

Reports of rape and sexual violence continued to rise across the European Union in 2024, according to new Eurostat figures, as European lawmakers push for a clearer consent-based definition of rape across the bloc....

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Marios Georgiou crowned Man of the Year by President Christodoulides

Marios Georgiou crowned Man of the Year by President Christodoulides

An evening celebrating achievement, perseverance, and role models for a new generation reached its emotional high point Tuesday night in Nicosia when President Nikos Christodoulides presented the coveted Man of the Year award to Olympic gymnast Marios Georgiou....

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Wednesday weather: The midweek mountain mix-up

Wednesday weather: The midweek mountain mix-up

We are caught in a tug-of-war between a departing low-pressure system and a high-pressure system that is waiting in the wings to save our weekend. ...

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New rules tell pharmacies: Keep patient data quiet

New rules tell pharmacies: Keep patient data quiet

The Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection has clarified how personal information should be handled in pharmacies under Cyprus’s General Healthcare System (GeSY), stressing that while collecting identification details is necessary, it must be done with care and discretion....

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No risk to Cyprus from suspected hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship

No risk to Cyprus from suspected hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship

Health authorities say there is no current risk linked to a suspected hantavirus incident reported on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, according to infectious disease specialist Kostas Constantinou....

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Pelendritou wins silver in Paris world series

Pelendritou wins silver in Paris world series

Cyprus marked another strong international showing by Karolina Pelendritou, who claimed a silver medal at the Para Swimming World Series in Paris....

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Farmers in Karpasia seek compensation for crop damage caused by wild donkeys

Farmers in Karpasia seek compensation for crop damage caused by wild donkeys

Farmers in the Karpasia peninsula are seeking compensation after repeated damage to crops caused by wild donkeys....

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The top spot is not what’s at stake

The top spot is not what’s at stake

We are in the final stretch before the parliamentary elections on May 24. In just the first four months of 2026, we have already lived through everything....

 |  OPINION
Cyprus households see sharp fall in electricity bills, but businesses still pay near the top in Europe

Cyprus households see sharp fall in electricity bills, but businesses still pay near the top in Europe

Cyprus recorded the largest drop in household electricity prices in the European Union in 2025, offering relief after several years of high energy costs. The improvement, however, tells only part of the story. ...

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No, the government is not reopening the young couples housing scheme

No, the government is not reopening the young couples housing scheme

Confusion spread Tuesday after many people interpreted a government announcement on Cyprus’ housing scheme for young couples as a reopening or extension of the program....

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Protecting Guests, Staff and Reputation: Tackling Human Trafficking in the Hospitality Sector

Protecting Guests, Staff and Reputation: Tackling Human Trafficking in the Hospitality Sector

Hospitality venues, hotels, bars and restaurants, face continuous risks of on-site human trafficking, including exploitation for the purposes of labour, sex and criminal activities. ...

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Crypto users could now be taxed without cashing out

Crypto users could now be taxed without cashing out

Crypto investors in Cyprus are entering a very different landscape this year, as new tax rules tighten the government’s grip on digital assets and close loopholes many traders had relied on for years....

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“May Summer” begins at Alphamega Hypermarkets in a cheerful mood

“May Summer” begins at Alphamega Hypermarkets in a cheerful mood

May, as the peak of spring, has always been associated with blooming flowers, being a vibrant transition period signalling that summer is just around the corner. As the weather is gradually warming, so does our mood. Leaving winter behind, we feel more inspired to embrace outdoors, enjoy sunny afternoons with friends, and spend lovely evenings with barbecues, music, and refreshing drinks....

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Stelios Bi-Communal Awards for Business Co-operation in Cyprus

Stelios Bi-Communal Awards for Business Co-operation in Cyprus

For the 16th consecutive year, the Stelios Bi-Communal Awards for Business Co-operation in Cyprus reaffirm their pivotal role in strengthening bi-communal collaboration on the island by creating business opportunities and encouraging shared growth and peaceful coexistence....

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Reserva 52 Lounge Officially Presents Its Dinner Menu

Reserva 52 Lounge Officially Presents Its Dinner Menu

Reserva 52 Lounge held the official launch and presentation of its dinner menu on 24 April, in a warm and celebratory atmosphere with live music, a DJ set, flavours and a strong guest presence....

 |  LIFE
Capital.com eyes expansion and Cyprus fintech push with new electronic money plans

Capital.com eyes expansion and Cyprus fintech push with new electronic money plans

Capital.com is exploring further international expansion, including new hiring in Bahrain, Azerbaijan and Germany, following an 11.2% rise in trading volumes in the first quarter of 2026. ...

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Erdogan blames Cyprus issue and EU bias for stalled Turkey membership bid

Erdogan blames Cyprus issue and EU bias for stalled Turkey membership bid

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday pointed to Cyprus and Greece as key factors blocking Turkey’s long-standing path to European Union membership, arguing that political bias, not technical criteria, has slowed Ankara’s accession process....

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