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Cyprus named in three separate non-compliance actions by European Commission

Cyprus named in three separate non-compliance actions by European Commission

The European Commission on Friday stepped up pressure on Cyprus and a group of EU member states, launching a series of infringement procedures over delays in implementing key legislation spanning financial transparency, banking regulation and criminal justice cooperation...

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€8,250 in fines issued after crackdown on illegal passenger transport

€8,250 in fines issued after crackdown on illegal passenger transport

Authorities in carried out a series of targeted inspections in mid-March to address unlawful passenger transport, resulting in fines totaling €8,250 and multiple violations being recorded....

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Cyprus naturalisation rate falls in 2024 despite EU-wide increase

Cyprus naturalisation rate falls in 2024 despite EU-wide increase

Cyprus saw a decline in the pace at which foreign residents became citizens in 2024, based on newly released figures from Eurostat....

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Parliament unanimously approves tougher controls on ex-officials moving to private sector

Parliament unanimously approves tougher controls on ex-officials moving to private sector

Lawmakers have unanimously approved tougher rules governing how former public officials move into private-sector jobs, aiming to close loopholes and better guard against conflicts of interest....

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Cyprus Intelligence can now wiretap without Court's green light

Cyprus Intelligence can now wiretap without Court's green light

Cyprus’ parliamentary legal affairs committee has agreed on a new framework for phone surveillance, aiming to balance national security needs with citizens’ rights, but not without controversy....

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foodhaus goes nationwide with first Paralimni store

foodhaus goes nationwide with first Paralimni store

The ipH Iakovos Photiades Group of Companies has opened the 11th store of its foodhaus chain — and its first location in Paralimni — marking the brand’s expansion into every city across Cyprus....

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Outrage after cat shot, activists say violence against animals is escalating

Outrage after cat shot, activists say violence against animals is escalating

Outrage is growing in Paphos after a cat was found severely injured by a gunshot, a case animal welfare advocates say is yet another sign that cruelty toward animals on the island is no longer rare, but recurring....

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Cyprus Makes… Checkmate in Chess!

Cyprus Makes… Checkmate in Chess!

In a historic moment, Cyprus becomes the centre of the global chess world. For the first time, the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort, located in the Peyia area of Paphos, will host one of the most important and demanding tournaments in the world championship cycle, from March 28 to April 16, 2026....

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Lidl Cyprus and the Cyprus Red Cross Society offer care and hope for Easter

Lidl Cyprus and the Cyprus Red Cross Society offer care and hope for Easter

Lidl Cyprus, faithful to its long-standing commitment to social contribution, joins forces with the Cyprus Red Cross Society once again this year, transforming the Easter festive season into a large chain of humanitarian support....

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Exhibition ''Cyprus Insula -History, Memory, Reality'' in Brussels

Exhibition ''Cyprus Insula -History, Memory, Reality'' in Brussels

The flagship exhibition of the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation of (BoCCF), “Cyprus Insula – History, Memory, Reality”, travels to Brussels as part of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union,...

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Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is Hiring — Join Our Team!

Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is Hiring — Join Our Team!

Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort, one of the island’s premier luxury destinations, is excited to announce a range of career opportunities as it strengthens its team for the upcoming season. ...

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Cyprus prepares to lose an hour of sleep...again

Cyprus prepares to lose an hour of sleep...again

Cyprus will officially enter daylight saving time this Sunday, March 29, the annual moment when the country collectively agrees to sacrifice one hour of sleep in exchange for longer evenings and the vague promise of improved productivity....

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Why long-haul travel from Cyprus is suddenly more complicated...and more expensive

Why long-haul travel from Cyprus is suddenly more complicated...and more expensive

For years, flying from Cyprus to Asia or Australia often meant one relatively affordable connection through the Gulf. That era may be ending, at least for now....

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An Easter to Remember at Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol

An Easter to Remember at Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol

This Easter, Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Limassol, invites you to relax, reconnect with your loved ones, and experience a celebration where every moment feels truly special....

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EU backs plan for migrant deportation centers outside bloc

EU backs plan for migrant deportation centers outside bloc

The European Union has moved a step closer to creating migrant deportation centers outside its borders, following a controversial vote in the European Parliament that highlights Europe’s increasingly stricter approach to irregular migration....

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After 10 years of debate, Cyprus passes historic dog law

After 10 years of debate, Cyprus passes historic dog law

For years, the story repeated itself across Cyprus: abandoned dogs wandering highways, overcrowded shelters pleading for help on social media and volunteers stepping in where systems fell short. Animal welfare groups protested, municipalities struggled and lawmakers argued, often without resolution....

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Circumstance waits for no one

Circumstance waits for no one

Cyprus is no stranger to crises or shocks, whether they come from external or internal forces. Its geopolitical position makes it especially vulnerable to instability, but it also places the country at the center of developments that directly shape its economic activity....

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Friday forecast: A gusty preamble to the missing hour

Friday forecast: A gusty preamble to the missing hour

Blame the persistent low-pressure system if your weekend plans get blown off course. It’s particularly noisy along the southern coast today, where gusts are hitting a very spirited 6 Beaufort. ...

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Cyprus posts lowest share of preventable and treatable deaths in the EU

Cyprus posts lowest share of preventable and treatable deaths in the EU

Cyprus recorded the lowest number of deaths linked to illnesses that could either be prevented or successfully treated across the European Union in 2023, according to new data released by Eurostat....

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''We are at the tip of the iceberg'': New FMD cases push Cyprus outbreak to 49 herds

''We are at the tip of the iceberg'': New FMD cases push Cyprus outbreak to 49 herds

Cyprus’ Veterinary Services have confirmed three additional outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) within the containment zone of Dromolaxia-Meneou in Larnaca, following recent epidemiological checks and laboratory analysis....

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Penalty points put bus drivers’ jobs and licenses at risk

Penalty points put bus drivers’ jobs and licenses at risk

In parallel, bus drivers are facing increasing pressure from the traffic camera enforcement system, with some at risk of losing their professional licenses due to accumulated penalty points....

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Cyprus sees exceptionally wet March with rainfall nearing double the average

Cyprus sees exceptionally wet March with rainfall nearing double the average

Rainfall levels across Cyprus this March have surged well above typical levels, with preliminary figures showing totals reaching 176% of the monthly average by the morning of March 26, according to the Department of Meteorology....

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A brand-new meeting point just arrived in the heart of Nicosia

A brand-new meeting point just arrived in the heart of Nicosia

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection Hotel, owned by MHV, is proud to be furtherly unfolding the fascinating array of culinary venues, coming to find their place in the heart of Nicosia’s eclectic crowd and global visitors....

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World-Renowned Artists Come to Cyprus with Kapopoulos Fine Arts Exhibition at AMARA Hotel

World-Renowned Artists Come to Cyprus with Kapopoulos Fine Arts Exhibition at AMARA Hotel

Kapopoulos Fine Arts is bringing internationally acclaimed artists of global prestige to Cyprus, offering art lovers on the island a unique opportunity to experience — and invest in — exceptional works of contemporary art. ...

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Cablenet Powers Up: Giga Internet, 5G Unlimited and HBO Signal a New Era for Cyprus Connectivity

Cablenet Powers Up: Giga Internet, 5G Unlimited and HBO Signal a New Era for Cyprus Connectivity

Cablenet Communication Systems PLC has recently announced its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, reporting revenue of €69.7 million....

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Easter at Alphamega Hypermarkets with seasonal surprises and special offers

Easter at Alphamega Hypermarkets with seasonal surprises and special offers

Alphamega Hypermarkets are once again setting the Easter table this year, supporting Cypriot families and rewarding consumers with new surprises and offers on a wide range of branded and premium products, all while respecting our country’s traditions and customs....

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In a new era of work, winning organisations will build the human advantage

In a new era of work, winning organisations will build the human advantage

In its annual “Global Human Capital Trends” report, Deloitte finds clear opportunities for organisations to build the human advantage by becoming more agile, redesigning work, strengthening trust and aligning culture with AI....

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Elderly man loses €254,679, duped in online investment scam

Elderly man loses €254,679, duped in online investment scam

Police are investigating a major online fraud case after a 79-year-old man from Larnaca was tricked into sending more than €254,000 to scammers posing as investment advisers....

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€200M support package launched to help Cypriots weather crisis

€200M support package launched to help Cypriots weather crisis

The Cypriot government rolled out an eight-part support package Monday aimed at helping households, businesses, and farmers weather the economic impact of the ongoing war in the Middle East....

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Audit service sounds alarm on Nicosia’s 14-year eye sore

Audit service sounds alarm on Nicosia’s 14-year eye sore

A half-finished building on Spyros Kyprianou Avenue in Nicosia has stood as a city eyesore for 14 years, drawing the Audit Service’s criticism and raising broader questions about how Cyprus handles unfinished construction....

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