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Tales from the Coffeeshop: One more extension ought to do it

THE INHUMANITY the Paphos authorities have shown in the treatment of the British father, whose three-year-old son was killed, after falling out of a fourth-floor hotel window in Paphos last Sunday, was disgusting. On Monday, less than 24 hours after this tragic accident, the inconsolable, grieving father was taken to court, where the investigating officer […]

19.07.2026 08:30

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Major banks accelerate adoption of autonomous agentic AI

Major banks are ramping up how they incorporate digital assistants in their daily operations, determining how such agents interact with human colleagues and clients as ​they race to get ahead. Banks are competing in the adoption of agentic AI – artificial intelligence that can accomplish tasks with minimal human supervision – in functions from ‌wealth […]

19.07.2026 08:30

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Our View: Crackdown risks worsening labour shortages

The number of inspectors at the labour and social insurance ministry, clamping down on illegal or undeclared work will be doubled, said Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas. There were currently eight inspectors, but more positions would be opened soon after a decision was taken by the council of ministers. Mousiouttas said that with more inspectors the […]

19.07.2026 08:00

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German premium carmakers face challenge in global electric vehicle race

BMW is betting on its long-awaited Neue Klasse electric cars to revive its fortunes in China after two years of declining sales. The problem for the German automaker is that ​China’s EV race may have already moved on without it. BMW, under new CEO Milan Nedeljkovic, issued a shock profit warning last month that it […]

19.07.2026 08:00

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Buried decisions continue to haunt Cyprus’ landfill crisis

€23 million goes in the bin Parliament’s rejection on Tuesday of legislation introducing a municipal waste landfill tax has left Cyprus facing the loss of €23 million in European funding. The proposed tax would have introduced a charge of €10 per tonne of municipal waste sent to landfill until the end of next year, increasing […]

19.07.2026 04:24

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England survive France fightback to secure third place in Miami goalfest

England held off a stunning France fightback to claim a 6-4 victory in a madcap Miami thriller on Saturday, securing third place for their best World Cup finish since their sole title triumph in 1966. In a match where defending was a second thought, Kylian Mbappe scored two goals to become the top scorer of […]

19.07.2026 02:50

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All-women choir sings a capella in Limassol

The renowned Amalgamation Choir travels to Limassol this month to present a new polyphonic musical performance titled Breathborn. Led by its founder, Vasiliki Anastasiou, the choir will step onto the stage at PSI Foundation on Tuesday, July 21 for a special summer performance. Commenting on the title of the event, the choir says: “In Cypriot-Greek, […]

18.07.2026 19:21

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Antonelli takes pole ahead of Verstappen at Belgian Grand Prix

Formula One leader Kimi Antonelli will start Sunday’s Belgian Grand Prix from pole position for Mercedes with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen alongside on the front row. McLaren’s Lando Norris was third fastest in the session but has a 10-place grid penalty, a drop that meant Mercedes’ George Russell will share the second row with Ferrari’s […]

18.07.2026 18:27

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Smoke, fire, floods: US faces triple extreme summer weather threats

Wildfire smoke blanketed the eastern U.S. from the Great Lakes to Washington, D.C. on Friday, floodwaters tore through Texas’s Hill Country for a third day, and new fires erupted in the Pacific Northwest overnight, with 68 large blazes now burning in 15 states. Millions of Americans faced hazardous conditions and orders to stay indoors, as […]

18.07.2026 18:22

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Trump back in World Cup spotlight after starring role in controversies

U.S. President Donald Trump will be back in the World Cup spotlight at Sunday’s final, after taking a starring role in one of the tournament’s defining dramas and with his eye on another hosting gig for America in 2038. FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Trump will sit with him during the final between Argentina and […]

18.07.2026 18:12

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Ancient quasars add to a ‘major unsolved problem’ in astrophysics

A quasar — among the universe’s most luminous and energetic objects — is a supermassive black hole caught in the act of guzzling matter at the ​heart of a galaxy. Scientists have now found quasars dating to so early in cosmic history that they are baffled as to how they already existed ‌at that primordial […]

18.07.2026 17:30

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Cypriot meze: What it is, what to expect and how to order it

If there’s one food experience every visitor to Cyprus should try, it’s a Cypriot meze. But here’s the first thing to know: it’s almost certainly more food than you’re expecting. A traditional Cyprus meze isn’t a single dish or even a starter. It’s a leisurely shared meal made up of numerous small plates served over […]

18.07.2026 16:45

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Cyprus moves towards electricity storage expansion

Cyprus is expediting the development of central electricity storage systems after a decision by the Transmission System Operator (TSO) to establish storage infrastructure alongside private sector projects. According to the Cyprus News Agency, the initiative aims to strengthen the reliability of the electricity network and support the wider transition towards renewable energy. The TSO has […]

18.07.2026 16:05

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Bringing families together around a shared pot

Panamanian sancocho is one of the country’s most enduring traditional dishes, a hearty chicken soup that reflects the blend of indigenous, African and Spanish culinary influences that have shaped Panama’s food culture over centuries. Its origins are rooted in pre-Columbian indigenous broths, later enriched by colonial ingredients such as herbs, citrus and meats introduced through […]

18.07.2026 16:00

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Anastasiou loses police guard as escort review moves forward

Former Edek president Nikos Anastasiou has become the first political figure to lose his police escort as part of a wider review of security arrangements for politicians and state officials. According to Phileleftheros, the three police officers assigned to Anastasiou’s personal protection will be transferred to other police services from Monday, following his resignation from […]

18.07.2026 15:54

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Ukrainian drone attacks kill seven in Russia, spark fire at Moscow region oil depot

Waves of Ukrainian drone attacks killed seven warehouse workers and injured dozens more, while another attack sparked a fire at an oil depot in the wider capital region, regional governors said on Saturday. Governor Evgeniy Pervyshov said 25 people were injured after Ukrainian drones slammed into a warehouse owned by Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, […]

18.07.2026 15:47

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31-year-old Syrian national arrested in Xylofagou fight probe

A 31-year-old Syrian national was arrested on Saturday in connection with a fight in Xylofagou last Wednesday, with the latest detention bringing the number of people arrested in the case to six. The suspect was located by members of the police and appeared before the Famagusta district court, which issued a four-day detention order to […]

18.07.2026 15:36

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Rediscovering the beauty of Cyprus

Using analog film photography to build a nostalgic, intimate archive of Cyprus – chasing colours, light and forgotten corners of the island one frame at a time – German photographer Benedikt van Lengerich is turning what started as a personal passion into a visual guide for others to discover, or rediscover, the place he now […]

18.07.2026 15:30

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Teachers list reform defended as ministry prepares proposal

Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Saturday that the planned abolition of the teachers’ appointment list would not exclude educators with previous experience, as the ministry prepares to present its final proposal for reform at the end of July. Michaelidou insisted the government would proceed through dialogue with teachers’ organisations and other stakeholders, while recognising […]

18.07.2026 15:24

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Heatwave triggers fire brigade emergency preparations

The fire brigade is preparing emergency measures ahead of a forecast heatwave, with a national coordination meeting scheduled for Tuesday to review fire prevention and response plans, spokesperson Andreas Kettis said on Saturday. The meeting, chaired by Chief Officer Nikos Longinos in his role as national fire coordinator, will involve state services and other competent […]

18.07.2026 15:18

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Satellites help chart a future for Europe’s disappearing farmland birds

Farmland birds have declined dramatically across Europe, signalling wider ecological problems. Researchers are using satellite data and AI to identify where conservation efforts could have the greatest impact. By Michael Allen Farmland biodiversity plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems and productive agricultural landscapes. Yet across Europe, farmland birds – key indicators of environmental […]

18.07.2026 15:00

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Cape Greco: The Complete Guide to Cyprus’ National Forest Park

If your idea of Cyprus extends only to sandy beaches and resort hotels, Cape Greco may come as a surprise. Located between Ayia Napa and Protaras, Cape Greco National Forest Park is one of the island’s most spectacular natural landscapes, where rugged limestone cliffs meet clear Mediterranean waters, scenic walking trails wind through protected woodland […]

18.07.2026 14:52

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‘Memory lives on in people, not monuments’

Memory is preserved through people rather than monuments, Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides said on Saturday during a remembrance event in the Amathus municipality honouring those killed and missing during the Turkish invasion 1974. Charalambides said the tragedy of ‘74 did not begin with the invasion on July 20, but with the coup that preceded it […]

18.07.2026 14:38

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Christodoulides prepares for cabinet reshuffle as Panayiotou bows out

President Nikos Christodoulides is expected to announce a cabinet reshuffle in the coming days, with Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou set to leave her post after accepting an appointment in public education. Antoniou had confirmed that Panayiotou’s departure was the first confirmed change to the cabinet, while declining himself to comment on other possible appointments or […]

18.07.2026 14:31

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