Cyprus investment fund assets surpass €8 billion
The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Friday reported that total assets of investment organisations in Cyprus rose by 3.5 per cent by the end of March 2026, exceeding €8 billion.
The increase ...
Man jailed for shouting death threats at Jews in London
A man, arrested for shouting “I will kill you Jews,” who then threatened to blow up Jewish schools an hour after being released from custody, was jailed in a London ...
Russell ready to fight back as Antonelli chases four in a row
George Russell has a perfect opportunity to regain momentum and change the narrative in Canada this weekend after three straight wins for Mercedes teammate and Formula One leader Kimi Antonelli.
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The real difference between a good and a bad AC service provider in Dubai
Booking an AC service in Dubai is not complicated. Finding someone who actually does the job properly is a different matter. The city has dozens of companies offering ac service, ...
Investment firm Demetra purchases own shares
Investment firm Demetra Holdings Plc on Friday announced that it acquired 6,170 of its own shares on the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on May 21, 2026, as part of its ongoing capital management ...
Restaurant review: American comfort food kept simple
When Scottish poet Robert Burns wrote his famous line about the best-laid plans often going awry, I doubt he had fried chicken in mind. The plan that went awry? Eating ...
The difference between tax avoidance and tax evasion
A footballer claims a deduction for boot polish. A multinational routes royalties through a holding company in a low-tax country. A market trader pockets cash and never records it. Three ...
British Lord blames Greek Cypriots for Cyprus problem deadlock
Liberal Democrat peer John Sharkey called for greater attention to be called upon to the Turkish Cypriot side and condemned the Greek Cypriot community for the historic impasse in negotiations.
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Archbishop blames himself for Tychikos scandal, warns monks of excommunication
Archbishop Georgios on Friday defended the synod’s handling of former Paphos bishop Tychikos and warned that further disciplinary action, including excommunication, could be imposed on defrocked monks linked to ...
Google defends advertising safety record after Cyprus and EU scam complaints
Google has rejected claims that it is failing to tackle fraudulent advertising on its platforms, after Cyprus and European consumer groups filed a complaint against Meta, TikTok and Google over ...
Conservation work advances at historic Tanti Hammam in Nicosia
Work to advance the conservation of the historic ‘Tanti’ Hammam in Nicosia moved forward on Friday as the project’s design team gathered on site to discuss the next phase ...
ICT
Cyprus tech sector boasts one of the most highly educated workforces in Europe
Employment in ICT-related fields across the EU increased during 2025, with Cyprus standing out for its highly educated workforce in the sector.
According to Eurostat, 3.4 million people were employed in the ...
DIS Festival 2026 has a multi-city agenda
Kicking off this weekend, Saturday is the DIS Festival 2026 – Together We Are Better, organised by the Neofytos Cultural Organisation. Until May 29, the festival will present performances, inclusive activities, workshops, a ...
Trump pledges extra troops for Poland as Rubio meets allies
U.S. President Donald Trump surprised NATO allies by pledging to send an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, only hours before Secretary of State Marco Rubio was to meet alliance ministers ...
Mastermind of Greek guerilla group’s assassination campaign freed from jail
The mastermind of defunct Greek guerilla group November 17, which carried out a 27-year campaign of assassinations, has been released from jail, two police sources said on Thursday.
Alexandros Giotopoulos, 82, was ...
Carrick to continue as Man United head coach until 2028
Manchester United have appointed Michael Carrick as their permanent manager on a contract until 2028, the Premier League club said on Friday, rewarding the former midfielder for the club’s turnaround ...
Lithuania sees scope for stronger Cyprus ties in tourism and defence
Lithuania’s Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas said Cyprus and Lithuania can deepen cooperation, particularly in tourism and defence, while visiting Cyprus for the informal ECOFIN meeting in Nicosia on ...
Guardiola says ‘nothing is eternal’ as Man City exit confirmed
Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City at the end of the season after a decade in charge, the club announced on Friday, bringing an end to one of the most ...
Vets threaten boycott of FMD testing after threats and violence
Veterinarians warned on Friday they may refuse to carry out foot and mouth disease sampling unless police protection is guaranteed, following what they describe as escalating threats and violent incidents ...
Cypriot finance minister urges investment while defending EU fiscal rules
Cyprus Finance Minister Makis Keravnos on Friday called for increased investment across Europe while warning against weakening fiscal discipline, as discussions turned to stablecoins and financial stability ahead of an ...
Finance
CySEC sounds alarm to Cyprus firms after sharp spike in Mokas alerts
Cyprus-based cross-border firms drive surge in suspicious activity filings, says Mokas
The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has alerted regulated entities to strengthened anti-money laundering guidelines and new risk ...
Enjoy relaxed brunchGuest recipes with Lidl food academy
Shakshuka Eggs with Spicy Tomato Sauce
400g tomato sauce with aubergine150ml water4 medium eggs1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp freshly ground pepperTo serveSpicy seasonings1 tablespoon chopped fresh dillSpinach leavesBread (rusks)Strained ...
Christodoulides calls for India to become permanent member of UN security council
President Nikos Christodoulides on Friday called for India to become a permanent member of the United Nations security council, following a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi the latter’...
Hermes CEO joins finance leaders as CFO role takes centre stage
Hermes Airports CEO Eleni Kaloyirou joined business leaders at the 5th ICPAC Mediterranean Finance Summit, held on 21–22 May in Limassol, taking part in a discussion on the growing importance of ...