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Vance says some in Israeli government sought to sway US on Iran deal

US Vice President JD Vance said some members of the Israeli government had tried to influence US public opinion to oppose a deal by the US to end the war with Iran, in a podcast episode with host Joe Rogan posted on Wednesday. The comments echoed earlier criticism of Israeli government policy by Vance, whom […]

16.07.2026 14:29

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Cyprus banking system sees decline in total non-performing loans

Non-performing loans (NPLs) in Cyprus’ banking sector fell slightly to €830 million at the end of April 2026, while the overall NPL ratio remained unchanged, according to figures released on Thursday by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). Specifically, the latest figures showed that total non-performing loans (NPLs) declined from €835 million in March to […]

16.07.2026 14:23

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Cypriots bet big as market reaches €360m

Cyprus’ betting market continued to expand during the first quarter of 2026, with total gross revenue from Class A and Class B operators rising by 12 per cent year-on-year to €360.1 million, according to figures released by the National Betting Authority (NBA).  The figure compares with €320.9m in the corresponding period of 2025, reflecting the continued […]

16.07.2026 14:17

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Italy’s parliament backs Meloni’s contested electoral reform

Italy’s lower house of parliament on Thursday approved a highly contested government plan to overhaul the electoral law, a move opponents denounced as an attempt to help Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni retain power in the next election due in 2027. The proposal by the ruling right-wing coalition, comprising Meloni’s Brothers of Italy, the League and […]

16.07.2026 14:11

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Russia and Ukraine strike vessels in Black Sea, wheat prices jump

Ukraine and Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Thursday on vessels in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov, stepping up hostilities in a zone vital for grain exports that have triggered a rise in global wheat prices. Ukraine’s military said it struck six Russian tankers and two tugboats, while Russia’s defence ministry […]

16.07.2026 14:10

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AI already reshaping how we work and live, says CITEA director

Artificial intelligence is no longer a technological trend observed from a distance, but a reality already transforming the way people work, do business, create and make decisions, according to Matina Zisiadou, director of the Cyprus Information Technology Enterprises Association (CITEA).  Reflecting on the recent CITEA Digital Cyprus Conference, Zisiadou said discussions involving representatives from the technology community, the business […]

16.07.2026 13:54

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Geroskipou Blue Flag beaches receive excellent water quality rating

Sea water at Geroskipou’s Blue Flag beaches has been classified as being of excellent quality, the municipality announced on Thursday. The announcement followed laboratory testing carried out by the Cyprus Marine Environment Protection Association (CYMEPA). The municipality said CYMEPA conducted laboratory analyses of sea water at Geroskipou’s three Blue Flag beaches, namely the Municipal Beach, […]

16.07.2026 13:43

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XM Group funding four major projects in fire-affected Limassol communities

Following the announcement of a €5 million contribution towards the recovery of the fire-affected communities of Limassol, XM Group is now proceeding with the funding of four major infrastructure projects that are expected to revitalise communities across the region. Vouni community park Specifically, in the village of Vouni, XM Group will fund the creation of […]

16.07.2026 13:38

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Jumbo to return €161 million to shareholders throughout 2026

Greek retail group Jumbo maintained its outlook for 2026 this week, forecasting sales growth of around 5 per cent and net profit of between €310 million and €320 million, after sales recovered following the temporary ceasefire in the Iran conflict.  The guidance was reiterated during the group’s annual general meeting on July 15, which recorded shareholder […]

16.07.2026 13:34

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EU sanctions on Russia meet resistance from Greek shipping sector

The European Union’s attempt to tighten restrictions on Russian LNG shipping has run into resistance from Greece, opening a new dispute over whether sanctions are weakening Moscow or simply driving valuable vessels and maritime business beyond European control.  Athens is withholding its support for the bloc’s 21st sanctions package against Russia, with the Financial Times reporting that Greece raised […]

16.07.2026 13:25

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Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes near tourist hotspot in New Zealand’s South Island

An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 struck near the town of Te Anau in New Zealand’s South Island, prompting the authorities to issue a tsunami warning. The epicenter of the earthquake was about 40 km (24.85 miles) north of Te Anau, which is the gateway to the tourist hotspot of Fiordland, according to the New Zealand […]

16.07.2026 13:14

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IOC defends Russian Olympic Committee reinstatement after EU countries call for funding cuts

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) defended its decision to provisionally lift the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) after nine European Union member states called on Brussels to stop funding sports bodies that have re-admitted Russian and Belarusian athletes. In a letter to European sports commissioner Glenn Micallef, the countries urged the European Union […]

16.07.2026 13:04

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Father accused over deaths of two children seeks permission to attend funeral in Bulgaria

The father accused of causing the deaths of his two young children after they were left in a vehicle in Xylofagou is seeking permission to travel to Bulgaria to attend their funeral, with the Sovereign Base Areas court due to consider the request later this month. During a hearing on Thursday, defence lawyer Michael Theodoulou […]

16.07.2026 12:46

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Reputation Exchange shares removed from CSE index

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) announced on Thursday a forthcoming change to the composition of the Emerging Companies Market Index, which serves as a benchmark for the market. Specifically, the stock exchange informed investors that the shares of the Reputation Exchange PLC are being removed from the index. According to the exchange, this decision was […]

16.07.2026 12:33

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Cyprus pensions remain at the lower end of the European scale

Retirement in Europe comes with no common safety net. A pensioner in one member state may be expected to live on little more than €250 a month, while in Luxembourg somebody with a full insurance record is protected at more than €2,400.  Between those two figures lies a complicated collection of national systems, each with its own […]

16.07.2026 12:25

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Limassol port operator supports Tepak excellence awards

DP World Limassol, the operator of the Limassol port’s general cargo and cruise terminal, has donated €1,000 to support the Cyprus University of Technology (Tepak) Excellence Awards, strengthening a long-term partnership aimed at developing the next generation of logistics professionals. The company said the donation forms part of its broader sustainability strategy, which places particular […]

16.07.2026 12:19

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Paphos plans harbour upgrades with cruise pier and environmental improvements

The Paphos municipality and the Cyprus Ports Authority held a meeting this week to discuss improvements at Kato Paphos harbour, focusing on infrastructure, tourism development, and preserving the area’s historic character. Among the issues discussed was the extension of the harbour entrance and the expansion of the breakwater behind the Mediaeval castle. Authorities said the […]

16.07.2026 12:13

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How AI assistants are quietly taking over corporate travel

Talk to anyone running corporate travel this year and the same complaints come up. Too many approvals. Systems that don’t talk to each other. An expense report that should take 10 minutes and somehow consumes 45. What’s changed is who does the work. AI assistants have quietly taken over a chunk of the travel management […]

16.07.2026 12:02

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Frederick University: Education that creates Impact

Frederick University: Education that creates Impact University continues to evolve, investing in academic excellence, research, internationalisation and sustainable development. Offering more than 80 academic programmes of study, supported by a strong research ecosystem, a comprehensive student support framework and state-of-the-art facilities, Frederick University has established itself as one of the largest, most prominent and most […]

16.07.2026 12:00

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Phedonos trial to be held behind closed doors

The trial of suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos, who stands accused of rape and domestic abuse, will be heard behind closed doors, the Paphos criminal court decided on Thursday. Court chief justice Lia Markou announced the decision at Thursday’s hearing, and said that in line with the ruling, the publication of any of the minutes […]

16.07.2026 11:55

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Limassol school student bags senior poetry prize

A student from Foley’s School in Limassol recently secured the first prize in the senior section of the 2025-26 Canterbury Tales Writing Competition. The Chaucer Heritage Trust awarded Julia Messolonghitis a £300 cash prize while her school’s library received a £1,000 award in support of its educational programmes. “This was my first time participating in a […]

16.07.2026 11:45

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Purpose Communications puts people at centre of strategic PR’s golden age

Purpose Communications is marking World PR Day 2026 by inviting five members of its team to identify one quality that, for them, captures the value of strategic public relations today: consistency, trust, creativity, influence and perspective. This year’s theme, “The Golden Age of Strategic PR,” reflects the growing recognition of public relations as a core […]

16.07.2026 11:35

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Island Oil outlines sustainable growth in new report

Petronav Ship Management Ltd, the Limassol-headquartered vessel management arm of Island Oil Holdings, has supported the Cyprus Shipping Chamber’s (CSC) Adopt a Ship programme over the years, connecting its vessels with classrooms and giving young students an opportunity to learn about life at sea and the wider maritime industry.  As the programme celebrates 20 years, the company congratulated the CSC on an […]

16.07.2026 11:26

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Missing man’s daughter calls for legal reform over inheritance ordeal

The daughter of a man missing since the Turkish invasion of 1974 has renewed calls for legal reform after describing what she says is a prolonged bureaucratic struggle to settle her late mother’s estate. Alkistis Varnava, whose father Varnava Varnava disappeared during the invasion, said she had been forced to apply for him to be […]

16.07.2026 11:24

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