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61. Suspended Mayor to face trial on May 28 in 12-year-old rape case

It’s the kind of headline that stops a city in its tracks. The suspended mayor of Paphos, Phaedon Phaedonos, is officially heading to trial, facing serious criminal charges tied to an alleged incident dating back more than a decade....

62. Freedom Holding Corp. Acquires ChessBase, a Market Leader in Chess Software, Data and Content

NEW YORK CITY, NY / April 16, 2026 / Freedom Holding Corp., the international investment and technology company, has announced the acquisition of ChessBase, one of the world's oldest and largest platforms specializing in chess software, analytics and database solutions....

63. Resurrection Day

This year’s Easter feels different from anything even the oldest people in this country can remember. Hell has opened its gates in a region that for centuries has been a meeting ground of civilizations and religions....

64. Cyprus-linked firms tied to €25.8M Russian construction fraud, investigation finds

A new investigation by the Cyprus Investigative Reporting Network (CIReN) reveals that companies based in Cyprus were linked to a €25.8 million fraud case involving Russia’s construction sector....

65. Why 2026 Is the Year to Trade Tradition for a European Easter Escape

For many in Cyprus, Easter has long been defined by familiarity. The scent of home cooking, visits to family villages, and quiet retreats to the mountains shape the season. It is a time rooted in tradition, where travel rarely extends beyond a domestic staycation....

66. UNIC Athens positioned as bridge between Europe and the U.S.

The strategic partnership between the University of Nicosia, UNIC Athens, and Purdue University aims to create a powerful link between Europe and the United States in higher education, research and innovation....

67. 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....

68. 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....

69. 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....

70. Two arrested after bomb blast targets Limassol restaurant

Police have arrested two young men in connection with an explosion caused by an improvised explosive device outside a restaurant owned by a well-known businessman in Limassol, authorities said Thursday....

71. From Cyprus to Manhattan: 25-year-old founder brings Mediterranean heat to NYC fitness scene

Forget boring spin classes and sweaty expo halls. Imagine sweating it out on a Manhattan rooftop while DJs drop beats, your friends cheer you on, and every move feels more like a celebration than a workout. ...

72. Limassol shifts into marathon mode as Registration Center opens

Limassol is officially moving into marathon rhythm, with the registration center for this year’s Limassol Marathon now open ahead of race weekend....

73. UAE offers flexibility to expats on tax residency amid Iran conflict

The United Arab Emirates is signaling a softer approach for expats worried about losing their tax residency, as the Iran conflict continues to disrupt travel and business in the Gulf....

74. Cypriot startup MyStudentFlat expands into Greece, eyes Europe

Cypriot property technology startup MyStudentFlat, the first dedicated digital student housing platform in the region, announced on Monday the expansion of its operations in Greece, alongside its continuous growth in Nicosia and Limassol....

75. ''Yes, I Can'': Inspiring Paralympic Photo Exhibition Takes Over Limassol’s Molos

The heart of Limassol has been transformed into a gallery of courage and resilience with the official opening of the “Yes, I Can” photo exhibition at the Molos seafront. ...

76. Discover the Healthier Side Of Larnaca at Smoothie Factory + Kitchen

Larnaca has always loved brunch, but for years, brunch here meant something predictable: toast, omelettes, maybe a pastry on the side. Lately, though, the city has been craving something lighter, more intentional. A brunch that feels as good at 4pm as it does at 10am....

77. ''Le Piano Tour'' brings a French-themed concert to Eleftheria Square

A special French-inspired edition of the concert series The Piano Tour will take place in Eleftheria Square in Nicosia on March 28, 2026, as part of the international celebration of Francophonie Month....

78. Facing the harsh reality of the foot-and-mouth crisis

The arrival of European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare Oliver Várhelyi in Cyprus brought a decisive end to livestock farmers’ request that animals not infected with foot and mouth disease be spared on farms where cases have been detected....

79. Dubai’s busy streets and hotels fall quiet as conflict scares off tourists

Dubai, a city known for packed beaches, luxury shopping and nonstop energy, is suddenly unusually quiet....

80. Athens exhibition highlights Nicosia’s divided history and human resilience

A new exhibition opening in Athens is offering visitors a closer look at the lasting impact of division on Europe’s last divided capital, Nicosia, and the resilience of its residents....

81. Nicosia’s Ledra street set for €3.4 million facelift after decades of waiting

One of the busiest and most recognizable parts of Nicosia’s old town is about to get a long-awaited makeover, as restoration works along the Ledra–Onasagorou pedestrian area are set to begin shortly after Easter....

82. Warships gather around Cyprus as Macron meets Christodoulides in Paphos

French President Emmanuel Macron is scheduled to arrive in Cyprus on Monday for high-level talks with President Nikos Christodoulides and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, as European allies step up military support for the island following last week’s drone attack....

83. False alarm sparked chaos yesterday in Limassol

After a drone strike on the British base at Akrotiri just past midnight on Sunday and the dangerous escalation of the war the U.S. and Israel launched in Iran on Saturday, Cypriot authorities have been on high alert. A tip about a suspicious object in Lebanese airspace set off a chain reaction yesterday morning....

84. Municipality of Nicosia launches municipal citizens registry

The Municipality of Nicosia has announced the launch of a Municipal Citizens Registry, a new initiative designed to establish direct, reliable, and meaningful communication with residents....

85. Nationwide inspection of shelters underway as government launches mobile emergency alerts

Authorities in Cyprus have begun nationwide inspections of civil defense shelters to assess their current condition and readiness in case they are needed during an emergency....

86. Purdue partners with University of Nicosia-Athens to advance research collaboration and online learning in Europe

87. OPEN CALL 10 Years Anniversary (2016-2026)

The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation is planning a new series of activities/events to mark the 10th anniversary of the FANEROMENI 26 Arts Festival (2016-2026) and issues an OPEN CALL to young artists, groups, and creators to submit their proposals....

88. Wave of Iranian travelers enters Turkey

Large numbers of Iranian nationals crossed into Turkey on Monday afternoon, according to a Reuters witness, as the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran intensified. Several arrivals described growing anxiety in Iran’s capital and long lines forming at fuel stations....

89. At least 165 dead after strike hits girls’ school in southern Iran

The number of people killed in an Israeli strike on a girls’ elementary school in southern Iran has climbed to 165, according to Iranian state media....

90. Khamenei’s death sets stage for high-stakes succession

Iran has entered a moment of historic uncertainty following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering an urgent transition process and intensifying questions about the country’s political future and regional stability....