Myth or fact: white wine can’t be aged?
If the title was can Xynisteri-based white wines be aged, the answer would be clearer. At Vasilikon winery in Kathikas a group of Paphos-based sommeliers had the chance to do ...
MEPs condemn ‘neo-Ottoman tyrant’ Erdogan over north visit
Members of the European parliament late on Wednesday night condemned Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s recent visit to the north, with one describing him as “a neo-Ottoman tyrant and ...
Greek president tours Nicosia’s dividing line
Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas began the second day of his official visit to Cyprus with a tour of the old town of Nicosia and a walk along the ceasefire line, ...
Banking
Hellenic Bank posts €45 million first-quarter profit
Hellenic Bank on Thursday reported a profit of €45 million for the first quarter of 2025, with the bank saying that this underscores the strength of its business model.
Moreover, the bank ...
Paphos unveils ambitious care centre plan for the elderly
Paphos will soon be home to the largest and most modern care home for the elderly in Cyprus, mayor Phedonas Phedonos told Cyprus Mail on Thursday.
Speaking at the annual ...
XM marks 15 years of global trading excellence
XM, one of the world’s leading international trading services providers, is this year celebrating 15 years of successful and consistent presence in its field of operation.
“At XM, we remain ...
Jailed Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu’s X account blocked in Turkey
Access to the X account of jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan’s main political rival, has been blocked in Turkey in response to a legal demand, a ...
‘United Rescue Cyprus’ to transform island’s rapid response to medical crises
United Rescue Cyprus, an innovative, volunteer-based rapid response system, is poised to transform the way life-saving medical care is delivered across the island. Drawing on the expertise of United Rescue ...
Fake investment schemes use photos of Cypriot politicians and celebrities
The Cyprus Consumers Association has issued a warning about fraudulent investment schemes that promise very high profits in an extremely short period, including claims of significant earnings within a single ...
Cyprus to launch Brain Gain campaign and business centre in late May
Cyprus will inaugurate its new business service centre on May 26, a day after the launch of the Brain Gain campaign in London, aimed to attract talented Cypriots back to the ...
Amorim says Man United ready to suffer to reach Europa League final
Manchester United will have to push hard to win the Europa League semi-final against Athletic Bilbao despite their 3-0 win in the first leg, manager Ruben Amorim said on Wednesday.
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Spurs’ Maddison to miss remainder of season
Tottenham Hotspur’s James Maddison will miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury, manager Ange Postecoglou said ahead of Thursday’s Europa League semi-final second leg, in ...
Rodon Hotel announces board shake-up with three new appointments
Proodos Public Ltd, owner of the Rodon Hotel in Agros, has announced three board appointments and three resignations this week.
The company confirmed the appointment of main shareholder and investor ...
Two fatal work accidents within hours
Two persons were being held by police for questioning on Thursday after the death of a worker, who was crushed to death by falling timber at a Paphos construction site.
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Three days, four DJs, one unforgettable vibe at Nammos Limassol
Prepare for the ultimate musical and gastronomic weekend of May 2025! From Friday, May 16th to Sunday, May 18th, Nammos Limassol, located in the stunning surroundings of Parklane, a Luxury Collection ...
US, Britain to announce trade deal later on Thursday NYT claims
President Donald Trump is expected to announce a trade deal between the United States and Britain on Thursday, the New York Times reported on Wednesday, citing three people familiar with ...
Ukraine’s cities quiet as Kremlin-sponsored ceasefire kicks in
A three-day ceasefire declared by Russia came into effect on Thursday morning with skies over Ukraine’s major cities quiet, in a change from successive nights of heavy attacks by ...
Man arrested after found cutting up a kangaroo
Police on Thursday reported the arrest of a man caught cutting up a kangaroo in Famagusta.
Speaking to the Cyprus Mail Ioannis Ioannou, a senior official at the state Veterinary ...
Worker dies in Peyia after being crushed by falling timber
Police on Thursday are investigating a fatal work accident which resulted in the death of a 34-year-old construction worker in Peyia.
The man, named as Aldahdouh Housain from Syria, a ...
What’s on this weekend
You will not have to look far to find something fun to do this weekend and as the summer months draw closer, more and more events will be added to ...
Dusty spells, rising temps
Thursday will see increased medium and high clouds at times with dusty spells and temperatures rising to 32C inland, 27C on the coast, and 25C in the higher mountains. Winds ...
papal elections
Black smoke rises as record conclave continues its search for next Pope
Black smoke billowed from the chimney atop the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday evening, signalling an inconclusive first vote in the most globally diverse conclave in Roman Catholic Church history. The 133 ...
Focus group to help SMEs lead Cyprus’ green transition
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has issued an open invitation to all stakeholders to participate in an online focus group discussion centred on the green and sustainable ...
INDIA - PAKISTAN
Blast heard in Pakistan’s Lahore amid tensions with India, Reuters witness says
A blast was heard in Pakistan’s Lahore city on Thursday, broadcaster Geo TV and a Reuters witness said, a day after Indian strikes on multiple targets in the country ...