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US hits ISIS in Syria with large retaliatory strikes, officials say

The U.S. military launched large-scale strikes against dozens of Islamic State targets in Syria on Friday in retaliation for an attack on American personnel, U.S. officials said. A U.S.-led coalition has been carrying out airstrikes and ground operations in Syria targeting Islamic State suspects in recent months, often with the involvement of Syria’s security forces. […]

20.12.2025 08:04

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Saudi Arabia annual inflation rate falls to 1.9 per cent

Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate fell moderately to 1.9 per cent in November from 2.2 per cent October, according to government data. Inflation based on the consumer price index has hovered around 2.1 per cent to 2.3 per cent for most of the year, propped up by rising housing prices. Housing rental prices rose 5.4 […]

20.12.2025 07:00

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UK regulator launches consultation on new crypto rules

British regulator the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) launched a wide-ranging consultation on a range of proposed rules for the crypto industry this week, shortly after the government said the industry would be regulated from October 2027. The FCA set out its proposals alongside research that shows that the proportion of UK adults holding crypto has […]

20.12.2025 06:30

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Israeli tech deals surge 340 per cent to nearly $59 billion

Appetite for Israeli technology innovation has remained undiminished this year, with a surge in acquisitions and IPOs led by Alphabet’s (GOOGL.O) $32 billion purchase of Israeli cybersecurity company Wiz, PwC Israel said this week. The consultancy said in a report that such deals jumped by 340 per cent to nearly $59 billion, from $13.4 billion […]

20.12.2025 06:00

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Cyprus population grows but continues to age, Cystat says

Cyprus’ population, excluding the north, was estimated at 983,000 at the end of 2024, marking an increase of 1.7 per cent from the 966,400 recorded at the end of 2023, the Statistical Service (Cystat) said on Friday. It also noted that the fertility rate has remained below the replacement level since 1995. Children under the […]

20.12.2025 04:24

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Our View: Land of Dreams scandal exposes state-sanctioned corruption

The Anti-Corruption Authority issued a damning report about the way state services completely disregarded the rules and lawful procedures in issuing permits to the Land of Dreams development in Trimiklini. Two department heads and a minister of agriculture were singled out for unlawfully giving permits for the operation of the fish farm that not only […]

20.12.2025 04:20

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Cyprus ranks last in EU for forest growth

Cyprus recorded the lowest forest growth rate among EU member states in 2023, at just 1.6 per cent, according to data released on Friday by the EU’s statistical service, Eurostat. State forest land covers around 18 per cent of the island’s total area and includes natural pine forests, reforested areas, grasslands and non-forested land such […]

19.12.2025 20:00

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How to buy Netherlands proxy servers safely (Beginner’s Guide)

It’s easy to get mixed up about what matters and what doesn’t when you buy proxy servers for the first time. A lot of companies use fake information to get people to buy their products. This is even more true when buying Netherland’s proxies, as little differences in quality can change how well they work. […]

19.12.2025 19:36

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From nature to structure in Limassol

One more exhibition joins Nicosia cultural scene this December and will remain open until the end of January, taking place under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. From Nature to Structure: Threads of Dialogue opens at the PSI Foundation in Limassol on Friday and is co-organised between […]

19.12.2025 19:02

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Agricultural payments reach €138.7m in 2025

Agricultural payments in 2025 reached €138.7 million, while the total amount the Republic has received from the EU since it acceded in 2004 totals €2.3 billion, commissioner Andreas Kyprianou said on Friday. Speaking at a press conference, the agricultural payments commissioner said, for comparison purposes, that in 2024 a total of €118m were paid out. […]

19.12.2025 18:50

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S&P upgrades Bank of Cyprus outlook to positive on lower economic risk

S&P Global Ratings on Thursday revised the outlook of the Bank of Cyprus to positive from stable in Cyprus, citing lower economic risk for banks operating in the country and a more supportive macroeconomic environment. The rating agency confirmed the bank’s long-term and short-term credit ratings at BBB- and A-3, respectively, reflecting its view that […]

19.12.2025 18:11

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Ripple (XRP) drops again while this $0.035 DeFi Crypto surges 2.5x, MUTM vs XRP breakdown

When markets turn uneven, comparisons become sharper. Large-cap tokens struggle to regain momentum, while newer projects begin to show clearer growth paths. That contrast is visible again as Ripple faces renewed pressure and attention shifts toward a smaller DeFi project that has quietly delivered strong gains. This change in focus is not about replacing one […]

19.12.2025 18:10

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Denmark tells Cyprus to focus on defence during Council of EU presidency term

Danish European Affairs Minister Marie Bjerre on Thursday night said that Cyprus should focus on “security and defence and competitiveness” when the island takes over the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency from Denmark at the beginning of next month. “The key European issues should be on top of the agenda: security and competitiveness. […]

19.12.2025 18:09

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Kombos calls Iranian FM after UAE islands dispute

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Friday held a telephone call with his Iranian counterpart Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, with the call coming just days after Iran summoned Cyprus’ ambassador in Tehran Petros Nacouzis and issued him a written objection over Cyprus’ position regarding disputed islands in the Persian Gulf. The Cypriot government’s official line was that the […]

19.12.2025 18:01

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Planning payments? Banks in Cyprus will be shut on these dates

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has announced that all banks across the country will close on specific public holidays to mark the Christmas and New Year period. The announcement was issued to inform the public in advance so that individuals and businesses can plan their banking transactions accordingly. All banks will remain closed on […]

19.12.2025 17:32

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Rogue texts, aliens and a marriage proposal – welcome to Putin’s phone-in

President Vladimir Putin’s epic annual press conference on Friday was punctuated by bizarre moments and occasional barbs from ordinary Russians venting their frustration via unfiltered text messages. As expected, the dominant theme was Russia’s war in Ukraine, but Putin also fielded a host of offbeat questions from ordinary people who seized their once-a-year chance to […]

19.12.2025 17:17

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Coral Cyprus supports the “Unique Smiles” Association and the Cyprus down syndrome association through acts of giving

Gifts for children, strengthening the Associations’ actions, and continued support for transportation through the donation of fuel cards Coral Cyprus, as part of its social contribution, supports through acts of giving two organised entities that carry out meaningful work for children and families across Cyprus: the “Unique Smiles” Association and the Cyprus Down Syndrome Association. […]

19.12.2025 17:10

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Cyprus grain producers reaffirm support for farmers after protest

The Cyprus grain producers’ organisation has reaffirmed its commitment to defending farmers’ rights following a protest in Nicosia on Thursday. The demonstration formed part of a wider, continent-wide mobilisation against planned changes to the European Union’s common agricultural policy and a proposed free trade agreement between the EU and the South American trade bloc Mercosur. […]

19.12.2025 16:50

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RedOne data centre – A new era of data infrastructure in Cyprus

Nicosia, Cyprus — RedMax Technologies Ltd. proudly announces the official launch of RedOne, a state-of-the-art Data Center designed and built to TIA-942-C Rate-3 standards. Engineered to deliver ultra-reliable, high-performance digital infrastructure, RedOne provides enterprise-grade resilience, advanced security, and scalable capacity for businesses of all sizes. The facility sets a new standard for data hosting and […]

19.12.2025 16:43

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US IPO market raises $75.3bn in strongest year since 2021

Medical supply giant Medline’s (MDLN.O) shares rose 41 per cent above their offer price in their hotly anticipated New York debut on Wednesday, rounding out a strong year for US IPOs with volumes hitting their highest since 2021. New listings made a strong comeback in 2025 after nearly three years of sluggish activity, buoyed by […]

19.12.2025 16:42

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Parents’ head alleges over 100 pupils in Larnaca linked to neo-Nazi group

New revelations aired on state television on Friday regarding recent organised neo-Nazi activity at Vergina High School in Larnaca with allegations that more than 100 pupils are actively involved and others have received extremist training abroad. Speaking on CyBC, parent’s association president Loizos Constantinou claimed a ‘structured group’ has been operating for ‘at least two […]

19.12.2025 16:40

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Cyprus Symphony Orchestra

Artistic Programme January-February 2026 The Cyprus Symphony Orchestra is happy to announce its concert programme for the months of January and February, presenting an inspired, diverse and artistically wide-ranging programme that will intrigue our audience. Featuring a compelling selection of classical masterpieces alongside contemporary musical works, and collaborations with highly-acclaimed and world-class artists, the Orchestra […]

19.12.2025 16:30

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Anti-flood measures hold after Limassol wildfire, minister says

The anti-flood measures implemented at 21 locations in the mountainous areas of Limassol, which were devastated by a three-day wildfire in July, have so far withstood seasonal rainfall, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said on Friday following an inspection of the works. Panayiotou said the projects were completed within the set timeframe, by November, and assured […]

19.12.2025 16:27

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Erhurman: Holguin to return in January, enlarged meeting possible afterwards

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Friday said that it is expected that United Nations envoy Maria Angela Holguin will return to Cyprus in January, with a fresh enlarged meeting set to take place in the weeks that follow. Speaking after a meeting with Turkish Cypriot political party leaders, he said that an enlarged meeting, […]

19.12.2025 16:01

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