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Interview with Magzhan Madiyev, CEO of Astana Hub

The appetite is real and it is growing. In Limassol, people were asking specific questions: about registration timelines, about tax structures, about what it actually takes to operate from Kazakhstan. That is a different quality of interest than we saw even two years ago. Central Asia is no longer a blank space on the map […]

04.06.2026 14:29

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Armenia’s election to test Pashinyan’s peace drive after war defeat

When Anna Yegoyan first moved from the Armenian capital to the northern mountain town of Ijevan, she had to reach it along bumpy, potholed roads. Years later, she points to newly paved streets and highways as proof of change under Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who grew up there, and says she will back him in […]

04.06.2026 14:06

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NATO chief warns young Russians they would die in Ukraine war

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Wednesday warned young Russians that they would probably die if they sign up to join Russia’s war in Ukraine. “You are being sold a raw deal,” Rutte said during a press conference in Kyiv, in remarks he directly addressed to “young Russians and their families”. “Men like you who […]

04.06.2026 14:03

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Exinity and Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation support the inspiring PASYKAF Charity Run

Endurance athlete Pavlos Papadopoulos successfully completed an extraordinary 164-kilometre charity run in support of the Cyprus Association of Cancer Patients and Friends (PASYKAF), with the proud support of Exinity and Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation as the initiative’s main sponsors. The challenge began on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Limassol Marina and concluded the next […]

04.06.2026 13:57

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Turkey denies cancelling Fidan trip to Kazakhstan over Christodoulides visit

The Turkish government on Thursday denied reports that the country’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan had cancelled a planned trip to Kazakhstan after Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides embarked on a three-day visit to the central Asian country this week. Reports had surfaced on Wednesday, stating that Fidan was “planning a visit” to Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana, but […]

04.06.2026 13:49

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Music of Simon & Garfunkel, Bob Dylan come alive this weekend

Music lovers are in for a nostalgic evening this weekend as the sounds of two of folk rock’s most celebrated acts come to life under the stars. For the first time in Cyprus, the Simon & Garfunkel and Bob Dylan Live Tribute Concert will arrive at Pissouri Amphitheatre as part of the Times Are A […]

04.06.2026 13:38

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Inflation dips in May but fuel costs stay high

Cyprus’ inflation rate eased slightly to 2.6 per cent in May 2026, according to figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), although petroleum products continued to record the sharpest annual increase. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) decreased by 0.06 points in May, reaching 102.74 units, compared with 102.80 units in April. Despite the marginal […]

04.06.2026 13:06

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National Guard marks 62 years since foundation

The National Guard marked the 62nd anniversary of its establishment on Thursday, reaffirming its ostensible mission to protect the independence, territorial integrity and security of the Republic of Cyprus. In a statement issued to mark the anniversary, it recalled that the National Guard was established on June 4, 1964, after the cabinet approved its formation […]

04.06.2026 13:00

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Ancelotti gambles on fading Neymar as Brazil chase elusive sixth crown

Brazil head to the World Cup under the great Carlo Ancelotti with hope in their hearts and doubts at their heels, as the Italian seeks to end their 24-year wait for a sixth global title with a squad short on glitter and long on questions. Ancelotti’s late call-up of 34-year-old Neymar raised eyebrows across the […]

04.06.2026 12:44

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Cyprus’ unemployment up 7.6 per cent in May

Cyprus recorded a 7.6 per cent annual rise in registered unemployment in May, although the number of people officially listed as unemployed fell compared with the previous month, according to the Statistical Service (Cystat). The number of unemployed persons registered at district labour offices reached 7,936 on the last day of May 2026, down from […]

04.06.2026 12:43

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Scotland aim to end first-round hoodoo

Scotland and their raucous Tartan Army of fans head to their first World Cup since 1998 determined to reach the knockout phase of a major tournament for the first time after glorious but heartbreaking near-misses in the past. Scotland have appeared at eight World Cups, qualifying for five in a row between 1974 and 1990 […]

04.06.2026 12:43

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Heavy burden of expectation could hamper Morocco

Morocco’s heroics at the last World Cup mean they carry a heavy burden of expectation into this month’s tournament in Canada, Mexico and the U.S., which threatens to hamper their chances. The North African nation, who will co-host the 2030 World Cup with Portugal and Spain, thrilled their supporters and upset the established order with […]

04.06.2026 12:39

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When desire becomes distortion: a young couple’s struggle with lust

Many people see lust as normal attraction, stress relief, fantasy or simply human nature. The attraction itself is not evil. Human beings were created for love, intimacy and connection. The problem begins when desire becomes separated from love, truth and self-control. Love seeks sacrifice, honesty, tenderness and the good of the other person. Lust, however, […]

04.06.2026 12:30

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Hungarian prosecutors drop charges against Budapest mayor for organising Pride march

Hungarian prosecutors have dropped charges against Budapest’s liberal Mayor Gergely Karacsony over his role in organising an LGBTQ+ rights rally in 2025, prosecutors said on Thursday. Tens of thousands of protesters marched through Budapest in June 2025 despite a police ban, turning the Pride march into a mass anti-government demonstration in one of the biggest […]

04.06.2026 12:27

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New PayPal phone scam targets Cyprus residents

The police have issued a warning over a new telephone scam that appears to be targeting the public through automated calls falsely claiming to be from PayPal, as reports of fraud attempts continue.  Authorities say they have received a growing number of complaints from members of the public who were contacted by callers using recorded […]

04.06.2026 12:18

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Ukraine’s Sybiha thanks Cyprus as opening of EU negotiations grows likelier

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on Thursday thanked Cyprus for its efforts to advance the process of his country’s accession to the European Union, with it looking increasingly likely that the bloc could give the green light for accession negotiations to begin as early as this month. “Thank you to the Cyprus presidency for its […]

04.06.2026 11:58

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Middle East war drags global air travel demand lower in April

Global air passenger demand fell in April 2026, as the war in the Middle East caused a sharp drop in traffic among the region’s airlines and weighed heavily on the wider market, according to figures released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). According to IATA, total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), fell […]

04.06.2026 11:56

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Technology and equality shaping Cyprus’ digital future

Cyprus is steadily strengthening its position on the European technology map, with the country’s highly educated ICT workforce offering a strong foundation for its digital ambitions, CITEA director Matina Zisiadou said. Writing on behalf of the Cyprus Information Technology Enterprises Association (CITEA), Zisiadou said that “the numbers speak for themselves”, referring to the latest Eurostat […]

04.06.2026 11:47

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Sporting excellence on display at EKO Cyprus International Athletics meet

Exceptional moments of sporting excellence, accompanied by new meeting records, were once again delivered by the EKO Cyprus International Athletics Meeting, organised by KOEAS with the support of EKO as Title Sponsor, at the packed Tsirio Athletic Centre in Limassol. The flawless organisation of the event, combined with the outstanding performances of world-class athletes, reaffirmed […]

04.06.2026 11:40

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Smart meter rollout continues across Cyprus

The electricity authority (EAC) will continue ti install smart electricity meters across the island throughout the month of June, it said on Thursday. In Nicosia, installations will target the Strovolos industrial area, the residential area  west of the GSP stadium up to Alexandroupoli Street, and sections along Iosif Hadjiosif Avenue, Stavrou avenue, and Athens Avenue. […]

04.06.2026 11:36

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Canada target World Cup breakthrough on home soil

Canada return to soccer’s biggest stage not yet among the elite but determined to redefine their place in the global game as co-hosts of the World Cup. The nation’s appearance in the 2022 tournament snapped a 36-year absence from the finals and when Alphonso Davies headed Canada in front with their first-ever World Cup goal, […]

04.06.2026 11:27

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Veteran Dzeko the talisman for Bosnia’s new generation

Edin Dzeko was already establishing himself as one of Europe’s most lethal strikers before Kerim Alajbegovic was even born, but the cross-generational talents will join forces to fuel Bosnia & Herzegovina’s hopes at this year’s World Cup. The 40-year-old Dzeko is one of only two remaining players from Bosnia’s debut World Cup appearance in 2014 […]

04.06.2026 11:25

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Israeli strikes kill nine people in Gaza despite ceasefire, medics say

Israeli strikes killed at least nine Palestinians, including five members of the same family, in separate attacks in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, health officials said. Medics in Gaza said Israeli planes launched strikes on four apartments, including the family’s home, before dawn. At least 15 other people were wounded. The Israeli military did not […]

04.06.2026 11:24

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Haiti end 52-year wait and aim to lift nation in turmoil

Haiti return to the World Cup after a 52-year absence, having played all their qualifiers at neutral grounds due to gang violence at home and facing long odds in a group featuring five-times champions Brazil, Morocco and Scotland. The Caribbean side, known as Les Grenadiers, are appearing at the men’s World Cup for only the […]

04.06.2026 11:23

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