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Road worker fighting for life after being hit on motorway

A 37-year-old driver was arrested after allegedly striking a road worker on the Paphos–Limassol motorway on Thursday morning, leaving the 24-year-old victim fighting for his life in hospital....

14/05/2026 | NEWS

Father arrested in occupied north after taking two-year-old child

A 26-year-old man who allegedly abducted his two-year-old child in Limassol has reportedly been taken into custody by authorities in the occupied north after the pair were found in Famagusta....

14/05/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus joins international crackdown on fake medicine network

Cyprus joined an international operation targeting a criminal network accused of selling fake medicines and unlicensed supplements across Europe, according to Eurojust....

14/05/2026 | NEWS

US Embassy says farewell to Ambassador Julie Davis

The US Embassy in Nicosia has publicly thanked outgoing Ambassador Julie S. Davis as she wraps up her diplomatic assignment in Cyprus, describing her tenure as a period when relations between the two countries reached new levels....

14/05/2026 | DIPLOMATICA

Cypriot FBI launches first major organized crime operation

What sources are calling the first operation of the “Cypriot FBI” took place today during a police crackdown on organized crime. Three people were arrested and authorities issued orders freezing assets worth more than €420,000...

14/05/2026 | NEWS

What really happens along Cyprus’ 'Green Line'

For most Cypriots, the Green Line is simply part of everyday life, a crossing point on the way to the north for coffee, cheaper fuel, or a day trip. But behind the scenes, officials say the buffer zone is now being watched more closely than ever, ...

14/05/2026 | NEWS

Prudently & sparingly

The fact that the Cypriot economy is showing growth does not mean the government should be handing out money freely to everyone....

14/05/2026 | OPINION

Abdulrahman Al Baker at Green Agenda 2026

The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the island’s largest sustainability conference, returns to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the theme “Transition as a responsibility (not a trend),” bringing together leading figures from the worlds of sustainability and innovation. ...

14/05/2026 | NEWS

Minthis Golf Club Introduces TrackMan™ Technology

Minthis Golf Club continues to redefine its golfing experience with the introduction of TrackMan™, a world-leading performance technology trusted by professionals and enthusiasts worldwide....

14/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Poland’s National Day reception brings ''solidarity''...and pierogi...to old Nicosia

There are evenings in Nicosia that feel like they belong somewhere between history and a fairytale, and the Polish National Day reception last week at the 1888 Club was one of them....

14/05/2026 | DIPLOMATICA

Cyprus shipping booms as industry hits 25-year high

Cyprus’ shipping industry is reaching new highs, with the country strengthening its position as one of the world’s major maritime hubs at a time when global trade and regional instability continue reshaping international shipping routes....

14/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Cyprus hotels brace for tough summer as Middle East tensions hit tourism

A difficult summer season is shaping up for Cyprus’ hotel industry, as uncertainty caused by the geopolitical turmoil in the Middle East is dampening people’s appetite for travel and holidays....

14/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Sunshine, sea breezes and a sprinkle of mountain magic

The weather seems to be in one of its gentle moods today, drifting across Cyprus with soft clouds, warm breezes and just the tiniest hint of mountain mischief. ...

14/05/2026 | NEWS

€208,000 in cash seized at Agios Dometios crossing

Customs officers at the Agios Dometios crossing point seized more than €208,000 in cash hidden inside dozens of envelopes during a vehicle inspection on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns over the movement of undeclared money across the Green Line....

14/05/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus approves national plan targeting wildlife poisoning

Cyprus has formally adopted a National Action Plan aimed at tackling the use of poisoned bait in rural areas and improving safeguards for wildlife....

13/05/2026 | NEWS

Kontides wins the Open Croatian Sailing Championship

Cypriot sailor Pavlos Kontides took first place at the Open Croatian Sailing Championship just days before the start of the European Championship on May 17....

13/05/2026 | NEWS

On Trozena’s pitch-black ridge

Trozena is a Greek Cypriot village, while Gerovasa and Fasli are Turkish Cypriot ones. Small villages, forgotten villages, abandoned today, until suddenly they turned into investment El Dorados. Now everyone is trying to balance somewhere between development and what people politely call “rural gentrification,” while the State once again watches from the sidelines....

13/05/2026 | OPINION

Forest firefighters say dangerous policy failures are putting lives and forests at risk

Cyprus’ forest firefighters will stage a 48-hour strike on May 25-26, accusing the Forestry Department of ignoring agreements designed to protect both firefighters and forests during wildfire operations....

13/05/2026 | NEWS

Father accused of taking toddler through crossing point after forcible removal from Limassol home

Police in Limassol are investigating the reported abduction of a two-year-old child by his 29-year-old Turkish Cypriot father after a complaint was filed by the child’s 35-year-old British mother....

13/05/2026 | NEWS

Everything unlimited with Epic for just €14.99/month and no contract commitment

This May, Epic is giving you the chance to transfer your number to the Unlimited Plan and enjoy unlimited data, calls and SMS at the special price of €14.99/month, with no contract commitment....

13/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Futurist Amelia Kallman at Green Agenda 2026

The Green Agenda Cyprus Summit, the island’s leading sustainability conference, will return to Nicosia on June 4, 2026, under the theme “Transition as a responsibility (not a trend)”, bringing together key voices from the fields of sustainability and innovation....

13/05/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus moves to tighten motorcycle safety after deadly year

Cyprus is preparing a series of new road safety measures aimed at motorcyclists after a sharp rise in deadly crashes left authorities sounding the alarm over helmet use, poor maintenance, and risky driving behavior....

13/05/2026 | NEWS

Deloitte launched the 5th edition of the Middle East & Cyprus Technology Fast 50, celebrating a new generation of regional tech champions across the region

Deloitte Middle East has announced the results of the 5th edition of its Technology Fast 50 programme, celebrating the fastest-growing technology companies across Cyprus and the Middle East, and spotlighting the founders shaping the region’s future....

13/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Closer to People, Ahead in Technology: Eurolife Once Again Recognised as the Leading Life Insurance Company for 2026

Eurolife’s consistently strong upward course is once again confirmed, as for the sixth consecutive year the company has been recognised at the Global Banking and Finance Awards 2026 as the Best Life Insurance Company in Cyprus....

13/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Brace for another interest rate hike in June, Cyprus Central Banker warns

Cyprus’ central bank chief has left the door open to another possible interest rate move by the European Central Bank next month, warning that rising energy uncertainty and geopolitical tensions are once again putting pressure on prices....

13/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Halloumi recipe changed as effects of foot and mouth hit milk supply

Cyprus’ most famous cheese is once again at the center of a growing crisis after the government announced it will temporarily reduce the amount of goat and sheep milk required in halloumi production because of the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease outbreak....

13/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Alphamega Hypermarkets and Slimstock join forces to redefine their supply chain planning

Alphamega Hypermarkets are proud to announce a strategic partnership with Slimstock, a leading provider of supply chain planning solutions. This partnership is part of the company’s ongoing growth and investment in advanced technologies designed to enhance operational efficiency and elevate the overall customer experience....

13/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Will the Cyprus-Greece Cable Ever Happen?

The Great Sea Interconnector (GSI), which is the undersea electricity cable connecting Cyprus to Crete and eventually mainland Greece, was once presented as a game-changing project that could end Cyprus’ energy isolation, stabilize the island’s electricity network and potentially lower power bills for consumers....

13/05/2026 | NEWS

Invest Cyprus and the Portuguese-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce Strengthen the Bridge Between Brazil, Portugal, Cyprus and Middle East

Invest Cyprus participated in the exclusive event “From Brazil to Europe & MENA: Unlocking Business & Investment Opportunities through Portugal and Cyprus”, held on 28 April 2026 at the WTC Lisbon. The event brought together distinguished leaders, investors, policymakers, and representatives of the innovation ecosystem to highlight new strategic pathways connecting Brazil, Portugal, Cyprus, Europe, and the Middle East....

13/05/2026 | BUSINESS

Wednesday weather: The 33°C inland peak and the looming Friday shift

The high-pressure system is currently holding the line, but a change in the atmosphere is already waiting in the wings. For now, we are dealing with a thick, pre-summer heat that has pushed the mountains and the coastline into a rare temperature tie....

13/05/2026 | NEWS

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