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Cyprus construction costs rise amid global pressures

Rising construction costs in Cyprus have surged by 10 per cent over the past two months, with a five-year increase reaching 35 per cent, according to the president of the Cyprus Federation of Building Contractors Associations (Oseok), Stelios Gavriel. “The increases are attributed both to geopolitical developments in Iran and the rise in energy prices, […]

06.06.2026 07:30

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Dream meets fairytale as Andreeva and Chwalinska set up French Open final showdown

Maja Chwalinska’s incredible run as the first qualifier to reach a French Open final in the professional era marks the fulfilment of an ambition the Polish 24-year-old has chased with relentless passion and discipline for over a decade. Chwalinska beat Diana Shnaider in Thursday’s semi-final and will take on a Russian opponent for the third consecutive round […]

06.06.2026 07:00

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Consumer inflation perceptions jump while growth outlook weakens

The European Central Bank (ECB)’s consumer expectations survey for April 2026 showed a mixed shift in euro area household sentiment on inflation, income, growth and credit conditions. Specifically, the ECB Consumer Expectations Survey results indicated rising concern over recent price developments, with median perceived inflation over the past 12 months increasing significantly to 4.0 per […]

06.06.2026 06:30

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Dell unveils affordable XPS 13 to challenge Apple’s MacBook Neo

Dell recently unveiled its most affordable laptop, XPS 13, as ‌the PC maker aims to capture market share from Apple’s MacBook Neo by attracting students and young professionals. Starting at $699 and a reduced $599 for students aged 16 and older during the ​back-to-school season, the XPS 13 seeks to offer a superior experience compared […]

06.06.2026 06:00

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Govt acknowledges shortcomings as school breakfast scheme draws scrutiny

The education ministry has acknowledged shortcomings in the initial rollout of its new “Breakfast for All” programme after concerns were raised by parents over portion sizes and the use of plastic packaging in meals provided to preschool children. The pilot scheme, which began on Tuesday in public preschools across the Larnaca and Famagusta districts, currently […]

06.06.2026 04:24

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Our View: Pension reform must not be held hostage to populism

The government has said it would introduce a new pension system in 2027. It plans to submit the pension reform bills to the legislature, before the summer recess in mid-July, so there would be consultations with the political parties during the summer months. A formal review of the bills will commence when the legislature reconvenes […]

06.06.2026 04:20

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US states preparing lawsuit to block Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros

A group of U.S. states including California and New York are preparing a lawsuit to block Paramount Skydance’s PSKY.O $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros WBD.O, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on Friday. The lawsuit would mark the boldest move yet by the states in their effort to be at the forefront of […]

05.06.2026 22:27

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‘Albania is not for sale’, protesters say over Kushner-linked luxury resort near a protected wetland

Thousands of Albanians took to the streets of Tirana late on Thursday in the largest protest this week against a plan by a company linked to President Donald Trump’s son-in-law to build a luxury resort in an environmentally sensitive area. Jared Kushner’s investment firm Affinity Partners is involved in the €1.4 billion ($1.6 billion) project […]

05.06.2026 21:27

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Iran World Cup players granted visas to enter the US

Iran’s World Cup soccer players have been granted visas to enter the United States, a White House official told Reuters on Friday, just 10 days before their first match in Los Angeles amid a conflict between the two countries. Iran’s ambassador to Mexico, Abolfazl Pasandideh, said late on Thursday the squad had still not received […]

05.06.2026 21:25

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Thousands demand South Korea vote re-run after ballot shortage

Over 6,000 people protested on Friday night at a vote counting centre in Seoul over a shortage of ballot papers, demanding a re-run after voting in local elections was disrupted, the Yonhap news agency reported. The crowd gathered at the SK Olympic Handball Stadium, where votes were counted from Wednesday’s elections to pick mayors, provincial […]

05.06.2026 21:13

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Three barred from stadiums pending trial

The Nicosia district court has banned three men from entering sports venues pending trial over their alleged involvement in violence during the Apollon-Paphos match on May 29. Two of the suspects, aged 19 and 29, face charges including conspiracy to commit a felony, possession and transport of explosives, and possession of an offensive weapon. They […]

05.06.2026 21:12

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US judge strikes down Trump policies targeting immigrants from 39 countries

A federal judge on Friday ruled that U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration had adopted a series of unlawful policies that have barred people from 39 countries from receiving decisions on applications for asylum, work permits, green cards and citizenship. Chief U.S. District Judge John McConnell in Providence, Rhode Island, struck down a slate of policies […]

05.06.2026 21:03

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Holguin to discuss ‘way forward’ with both leaders

The UN secretary-general’s personal envoy, Maria Angela Holguin will arrive in Cyprus for a one-week stay on Sunday to discuss “the way forward” on the Cyprus issue with both leaders, the spokesperson of the UN Secretary-General, Stephane Dujarric said on Friday. During her visit, Holguin is scheduled to hold separate meetings with President Nikos Christodoulides […]

05.06.2026 20:50

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French prosecutors open probe over treatment of French nationals on Gaza flotilla

French anti-terrorism prosecutors said on Friday they had opened a preliminary investigation into suspected torture and war crimes over the alleged mistreatment by Israeli authorities of French nationals who were part of an activist flotilla bound for Gaza. The probe follows Israel’s interception of the flotilla, which the activists said had been seeking to deliver […]

05.06.2026 20:22

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‘Should same-sex marriage be legal in Cyprus?’

With Cyprus Pride 2026 coming up, we asked a selection of people on the streets of Nicosia.

05.06.2026 20:21

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What to look forward to at MEDFEST Limassol Beer Festival

A new summer festival has just announced is dates and relocation. From June 24 to 28, the MEDFEST Limassol Beer Festival returns to fill the summer nights with ice-cold beers, street food and live music by some of the biggest names of the Greek and Cypriot music scene. This year, it moves to the Linopetra […]

05.06.2026 19:52

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Putin says he currently sees no reason to meet Ukraine’s Zelenskiy

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday he currently saw no reason to meet Volodymyr Zelenskiy after the Ukrainian president published an open letter proposing they hold face-to-face talks to agree an end to a warnow in its fifth year. In his letter, which was sent to other countries, including the United States, Zelenskiy said […]

05.06.2026 19:49

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Iran using Lebanon as bargaining chip in US talks, Lebanese president says

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun accused Iran of using Lebanon as a bargaining chip in its negotiations with the United States on Friday, in some of his toughest criticism yet of Tehran and its Lebanese ally Hezbollah as it wages war with Israel. In a CNN interview, Aoun said “the people of Lebanon are paying the […]

05.06.2026 19:47

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Mediterranean police meet on migration

Police officers from Mediterranean countries gathered in Larnaca on Thursday and Friday for an international meeting aimed at strengthening cooperation on migration issues. Held under the auspices of Europol, the meeting focused on combating the smuggling of migrants along land and sea routes into the European Union. The event was attended by senior officials, including […]

05.06.2026 19:40

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Pensions, housing top new House agenda

Pension reform, the housing crisis, migration and energy policy are expected to dominate the agenda of the new parliament, with political parties outlining their priorities to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA) ahead of the new parliamentary term. “Akel’s priorities are the protection and strengthening of wages and pensions, which encompasses issues such as the cost-of-living […]

05.06.2026 19:19

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Five-day remand for inmate over Limassol betting shop arson case

The Limassol district court on Friday issued a five-day remand order against a 44-year-old inmate who was arrested in connection with the arson of a betting shop in the early hours of June 1. The suspect was allegedly identified by one of two 20-year-olds who are already being held under an eight-day remand order in […]

05.06.2026 18:32

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Macron, Starmer and Merz to meet Zelenskiy in London on June 7, Elysee says

French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold talks with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Sunday, the Elysee said in a statement. “This meeting will allow them to continue their close coordination on our shared agenda of continuing support for Ukraine and increasing pressure on Russia’s war […]

05.06.2026 18:28

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Ukraine and Russia exchange 185 prisoners of war each in swap

Ukraine and Russia each exchanged 185 service personnel in the latest prisoner of war swap on Friday, officials in both countries said. Most of the Ukrainians brought back were in Russian captivity since 2022, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on X. Russia also returned one civilian, he added. The oldest Ukrainian being brought back is 62, […]

05.06.2026 18:19

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Government pledges action to tackle challenges facing Troodos communities

The government is seeking practical solutions to the challenges facing communities residing in the Troodos mountains, with improved connectivity, road safety and access to essential services identified as key priorities. Meeting representatives from Paphos’ mountain communities in Ayios Photios, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades said the government’s objective was “to help people, to solve problems and […]

05.06.2026 18:14

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