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New pest adds to growing strain on Cyprus farmers

Officials say the pest has spread across the island, hitting key crops like cucumbers and watermelons and triggering nationwide ...

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20/04/2026 | NEWS

The new ship can accommodate 84 additional passengers and for the first time allows the transport of pets - Fare prices remain the same.

Cyprus–Greece ferry returns for summer with upgrades and pet-friendly cabins

New AF Marina boosts comfort, keeps prices steady, and sparks early surge in travel interest.

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After deadly Germasogeia collapse, Larnaca launches urgent building inspections

Inspections target high-risk structures as authorities race to prevent another tragedy after two deaths

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Cyprus economy grows 3.8% in 2025 as spending and exports rise

Wages take the biggest share of GDP while investment slips despite steady overall growth.

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20/04/2026 | NEWS

Israeli army confirms soldier damaged Jesus statue in Lebanon

Widely shared image sparks outrage as military says it will investigate and help restore damaged religious site.

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Paphos–Polis road gets more expensive as new bids come in higher than expected

Government weighs next steps as officials review rising costs and possible options for the long-delayed project.

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Hundreds of unsafe buildings put Lefkara residents at risk

Mayor warns of neglected homes and crumbling heritage sites as fears grow after deadly Limassol collapse.

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A Cypriot officer walks next of a sign bearing US and Cypriot flags at the site of a new helipad planing construction at the Evangelos Florakis naval base in Mari on April 17.[Petros Karadjias/AP]

US taxpayers fund upgrades to Cyprus military bases

American-backed upgrades aim to turn the island into a key hub for evacuations and humanitarian missions across the Middle ...

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Afternoon clouds for the ''back to the office'' blues. Photo credit: Unsplash

The Monday minimum: A forecast that’s doing the least

Mountain showers and a notable lack of thermal ambition.

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Aid to be delivered through UNICEF, UNHCR and UNOCHA in 2026. Photo credit: wfp.org

Cyprus pledges €850,000 in humanitarian aid for Sudan crisis

Nicosia announces funding at Berlin conference to support vulnerable populations across Africa.

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Several EU countries already exceed upcoming recycling targets, with deposit systems linked to stronger results. Photo credit: Unsplash

Cyprus ranks second in EU for single-use plastic bottles per person

Commission data shows 16.6 bottles per capita and a 45.6% separate collection rate in 2022.

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Initiative brings together EU and neighboring countries to strengthen fire response and preparedness. File photo skycoreaviation.com

EU firefighting hub in Cyprus set to launch ahead of 2026 wildfire season

Paphos base to begin phased operations with aircraft and regional support.

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US blockade and Iranian retaliation collide, pushing the standoff closer to open confrontation. File photo safety4sea.com

Hormuz shuts again as Iran cites US ‘piracy’

Stranded vessels and warning fire leave global shipping in disarray as Tehran reimposes strict control.

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18/04/2026 | NEWS

Lawmakers divided as critics warn of privacy risks and potential surveillance. Photo credit: Unsplash

New law clears the way for dash cams on Cyprus roads

Cameras allowed in private and public vehicles under strict data protection rules.

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Event detected by European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre with no expected impact. File photo

Minor offshore earthquake recorded near Paphos

Light tremor measured at 2.7 magnitude late Saturday morning.

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Five minors taken to hospital, one kept under observation as police investigate circumstances. File photo Unsplash

Car overturns in midnight crash with seven teens inside

16-year-old driver loses control at Palouriotissa roundabout, vehicle crashes into fence.

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Engineers warn another tragedy may be approaching without immediate measures. File photos

Dangerous buildings: Loopholes in the law and reforms still pending

Gaps in enforcement and legal delays complicate action on unsafe structures.

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Staff intervene swiftly while police gather statements and examine the incident. File photo

Violent prison attack leaves 22-year-old inmate hospitalized

Inmate attacked by two fellow prisoners; investigation underway.

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Major infrastructure plan includes tunnels, viaducts and future expansion to four lanes. File photo

Paphos-Polis highway project draws bids exceeding €125 million

Two construction groups compete for 15.5 km motorway contract linking Agia Marinouda to Stroumbi.

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Transfer carried out under international agreement following Israeli request. File photo

Aykut transferred to Israel after property usurpation conviction

Cyprus points to Israeli stance against purchases of disputed Greek Cypriot land.

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Vaccination coverage rises as thousands of animals in Paliometocho are set for culling. Photo credit: Unsplash

Pigs to be shot as part of foot-and-mouth disease control plan

Nearly 100 livestock units affected across Nicosia and Larnaca, with four infection zones identified.

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Parents report second recent price rise in infant milk. Photo credit: Unsplash

Cost of essentials jumps with another rise in infant formula

Consumer watchdog detects noticeable increases across key supermarket products over two days.

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Vaccination offered to eligible students in Cyprus ahead of travel or after returning from the UK. Image is AI

Free MenB vaccinations for students linked to UK university

Targeted measure follows cluster of infections at the University of Kent in Canterbury.

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Second blaze in Evrichou brought under control within 10 minutes. Photo credit: @DepartmentOfForests Facebook

Lightning strikes cause forest fires, swiftly contained

Rapid response by Department of Forests prevents spread in Karvounas.

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Closing Ceremony of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

The Most Significant Event on the Road to the World Chess Championship Concludes

17/04/2026 | NEWS

Fisherman’s early morning discovery prompts police investigation. File photo

Body found on Akamas coast leaves authorities searching for answers

Identity and cause of death remain unknown as forensic efforts continue.

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Civilians head home despite warnings as leaders question whether the 10-day deal will hold. Photo credit: @millattimesenglish Facebook

Celebrations and shelling mark start of Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Gunfire fills Beirut as truce begins, but Lebanon reports early Israeli violations.

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The weekend where your laundry plans go to die. Photo credit: Unsplash

The Mediterranean mud-bath: Nature’s free spa day is here

A cloudy cocktail of grit and grumbles.

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17/04/2026 | NEWS

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