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New Jeep Compass elevates standards in C-segment SUV category

With more than 2.5 million units sold since its debut in 2006, the Jeep Compass is one of the most significant models in the American brand’s history. Today, the new generation of the Jeep Compass is set to continue this successful run, presenting a completely revamped model that combines contemporary design, advanced technology, enhanced practicality […]

23.07.2026 13:04

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Euro area card payments reach new highs

The European Central Bank (ECB) reported this week that non-cash payments across the euro area continued to expand during the second half of 2025, while Cyprus emerged as the bloc’s leading user of card payments and recorded faster adoption of instant payments than the euro area average. The ECB said the total number of non-cash […]

23.07.2026 13:02

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Kremlin silent on claims Russia helped Iran target CIA sites

The Kremlin on Thursday declined to comment on a Reuters report that US intelligence analysts were investigating whether Russia assisted Iranian drone attacks on CIA facilities in the Gulf by providing targeting information or advanced drone technology. Four people familiar with US intelligence said officials had not reached firm conclusions about possible Russian involvement. However, […]

23.07.2026 13:01

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Unravelling DNA: how genetic counselling empowers informed decisions

By Marilena Tapaki*, Genetic Counsellor, Medicover Genetics, Cyprus With personalised medicine reshaping modern healthcare, genetic counselling has become a vital service. Advances in genetics furnish better diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease based on a person’s genes, yet individuals are constantly faced with complex information. Genetic counselling, a patient-centred, impartial and non-directive communication process, bridges […]

23.07.2026 13:00

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Red alert for forest fire risk to remain in effect Friday

A red alert for forest fire risk will remain active on Friday, the forestry department said on Thursday. The status has been maintained since Tuesday, with high summer temperatures being felt across the island. The department urged people to “exercise extreme caution during outdoor excursions” and to avoid doing anything which could potentially cause a […]

23.07.2026 12:51

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‘Louis Night Show’ closes with live draw for brand-new Dacia Bigster

The latest season of “The Louis Night Show” on Alpha Cyprus came to a spectacular close with a live grand-prize draw that saw Elena Epifaniou win a brand-new Dacia Bigster 1.2 TCe 140hp Essential Edition, worth €26,800, a prize sponsored by the Pilakoutas Group. The handover of the new vehicle took place at the Dacia […]

23.07.2026 12:49

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Children’s mental health support a ‘priority’, minister says

Building children’s mental resilience from early-years education has become a central priority as schools expand support services to address mental health, bullying and violence, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Thursday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, Michaelidou said schools are placing greater emphasis on equipping pupils with the skills to recognise risks, seek help […]

23.07.2026 12:47

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Weapons haul in Oroklini opens new line in torture probe

Investigators have widened their inquiry into a cache of firearms discovered at a house in the Larnaca district village of Oroklini after identifying possible connections between the 38-year-old suspect and the torture case in nearby Pyla already before the Larnaca criminal court. The latest developments emerged during remand proceedings for the 38-year-old, who was arrested […]

23.07.2026 12:22

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Heathrow airport posts resilient results amid geopolitical uncertainty

Heathrow Airport welcomed a record 40 million passengers during the first half of 2026, despite geopolitical uncertainty affecting parts of its global network, according to financial results published this week. The airport said the performance demonstrated the resilience of major international hub airports, with strong growth in North America and Asia-Pacific helping offset softer demand […]

23.07.2026 12:11

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School air conditioning rollout underway as focus shifts to primaries

Most public preschools, high schools, and nearly all middle schools will begin the new school year with air conditioning installed, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Thursday, as the government turns its attention to completing work in primary schools. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, Michaelidou said her ministry had first needed to address deficiencies […]

23.07.2026 12:05

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Damianos ‘delighted’ at Trump involvement in region

Energy Minister Michael Damianos has said that he is “delighted” that United States President Donald Trump has taken an interest in energy production in the region around Cyprus. “I believe that President Trump’s involvement in this is vital, and I think the mark is there already, and we are delighted that we’re able to work […]

23.07.2026 11:58

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Unigrowth issues profit warning for half-year results

Unigrowth Investments Public Ltd on Thursday issued a profit warning for its unaudited half-year results for the period from January 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026. The company said that, based on the indications so far, the group is expected to post lower profits in its unaudited six-month accounts compared with the corresponding period in […]

23.07.2026 11:49

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Kontides climbs to the top at Los Angeles Grand Slam

Cypriot sailor Pavlos Kontides has moved into first place in the overall ILCA 7 standings at the Los Angeles Grand Slam after another impressive day of racing. The world number one delivered a series of consistent performances in the Golden Fleet finals, finishing fifth in two races before placing seventh in the final race of […]

23.07.2026 11:44

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EU transport and tourism report highlights Cyprus’ road dependence

Cyprus’ heavy dependence on road transport, above-average traffic congestion and strong road safety performance were among the findings highlighted in a new European Commission report published this week examining transport and tourism trends across the European Union. The report, titled ‘Transport and tourism in the European Union – Current trends and issues’, provides an overview […]

23.07.2026 11:42

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Repairs to Dhekelia and Vasiliko expected to restore reserve capacity

Repairs to two electricity generation units at the Dhekelia and Vasiliko power stations are expected to be completed on Thursday, a move that could restore reserve capacity to the grid and help avoid any further power cuts. The transmission system operator’s assistant operations director Haris Zavallis told the Cyprus Mail that if both units return […]

23.07.2026 11:19

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Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite Mideast arms race

A deal between the United States and Saudi Arabia allowing the kingdom to build nuclear reactors using American technology and to enrich uranium has fuelled fears in Israel of the start of an arms race in the Middle East. The agreement, which still needs Congressional approval, that was announced on Wednesday is meant to allow […]

23.07.2026 11:16

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TechIsland unveils €2m wildfire defence programme

TechIsland has presented the first-year results of its €2 million Wildfire Initiative, showing how an emergency appeal launched after the devastating fires of 2025 has developed into a long-term programme spanning prevention, preparedness, early detection and recovery. According to figures included in the presentation, the fires burned more than 100 square kilometres of forest, destroyed […]

23.07.2026 11:15

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SafeIsland puts wildfire alerts in the hands of Cyprus residents

SafeIsland CY, a new free mobile app for iOS and Android, is now available to the public, helping people in Cyprus report wildfire signs, receive nearby alerts and access key fire-safety information on one interactive map. Developed by Brickworks Games as part of the TechIsland Wildfire Initiative, the app was presented to the public for […]

23.07.2026 11:14

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Large ditch next to Paphos road posing safety concerns for motorists

A two-metre-long ditch which has opened up next to a road between the Paphos district villages of Emba and Tala poses a serious safety risk for motorists, the Paphos police said on Thursday. The Paphos traffic police said they are calling on the Emba village council to address the situation immediately, but also added that […]

23.07.2026 11:04

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Omonia edge Kairat to take first-leg advantage

Omonia secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Kairat Almaty of Kazakhstan on Wednesday night in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League second qualifying round tie at the GSP Stadium. The decisive goal came in the 13th minute, with Panagiotis Andreou finding the net to give the Cypriot champions a valuable first-leg advantage. The […]

23.07.2026 11:02

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UK PM Burnham to cut business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Thursday he would lower business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues by 20% from April as part of his drive to lower cost pressures on households and businesses, and revive communities. Burnham said the move would save the typical pub about £1,100 ($1,472.35) next year, benefiting nearly […]

23.07.2026 10:59

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Geosfire brings round-the-clock satellite fire detection to Cyprus

A satellite-based system using machine learning to detect wildfires across Cyprus 24 hours a day has been presented in Limassol, seeking to give first responders earlier and more reliable warnings of possible outbreaks. The Geosfire project, funded by TechIsland, was presented on Thursday by Anna Zenonos, a researcher at the Cyprus Institute’s Climate and Atmosphere […]

23.07.2026 10:53

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Crackdown on illegal caravans along Larnaca coastline continues

Authorities on Thursday continued a crackdown on illegal caravans and makeshift structures along Larnaca’s coastline, carrying out a second operation days after clearing a beach next to the Larnaca Nautical Club. Crews from the Larnaca district government and the town’s municipality were working at a beach near the former oil refinery site, where they removed […]

23.07.2026 10:52

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TechIsland closes funding gap for 45 community fire engines, says minister

Forty-five communities across Cyprus will receive small fire engines at no cost, after TechIsland committed €450,000 to cover the share not financed by the government, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said on Thursday. Speaking at the official launch of the TechIsland Wildfire Initiative in Limassol, Ioannou said the partnership would give local communities a vital tool […]

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