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Our View: No delay in dealing with illegal campers

On Tuesday, on the instructions of the interior minister, trucks, accompanied by police, were sent to the beach front east of Larnaca to remove caravans, tents, picnic tables, barbecues that had been parked there illegally. And if the authorities had not taken action, the illegal facilities would have remained there for the duration of the […]

23.07.2026 04:20

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Full list of areas included in rolling power-cut plan

Authorities began imposing electricity cuts in different parts of Cyprus from 6.52pm on Wednesday, as demand exceeded available generation capacity. According to an announcement by the Electricity Authority the affected locations have been divided geographically into groups, allowing the cuts to be carried out on a rotating basis so that no single area remains without […]

22.07.2026 22:39

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Cyprus transport emissions above EU average as drivers lose 40 hours a year in traffic

Transport accounted for 37.9 per cent of Cyprus’ greenhouse gas emissions in 2023, while drivers lost an average of more than 40 hours in peak-time traffic, according to a European Commission report published on Wednesday. The report, titled Transport and tourism in the European Union – Current trends and issues, examines recent developments in the two […]

22.07.2026 22:21

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US judge sets June 2027 trial date for Venezuela’s Maduro

A judge on Wednesday set a June 1, 2027, trial date for ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on U.S. drug trafficking charges, while a defense lawyer vowed to seek dismissal of the case on the grounds that Maduro is immune from prosecution as the head of a sovereign state. Maduro […]

22.07.2026 21:47

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Christodoulides: EU role in Cyprus talks now ‘substantive and leading’

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday that the European Union’s involvement in efforts to resolve the Cyprus problem was now substantive rather than symbolic, as he reiterated that progress in EU-Turkey relations must be directly linked to developments on Cyprus. Speaking at an event organised by Kyrenia municipalities, communities, refugee associations and organisations at the […]

22.07.2026 21:35

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Imiskoumbria live in Cyprus

The summer months treat music and party lovers to plenty of exciting dates to save as more and more musicians arrive for performances. This August, as Cyprus enters its official holiday month and the coastlines burst with life, a renowned Greek hip hop trio travels to the island for a one-night only performance. The iconic […]

22.07.2026 19:57

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Holguin meets EU Cyprus envoy Fitto and von der Leyen in Brussels

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ personal envoy on Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin, met the European Union’s newly appointed envoy for Cyprus and European Commission Executive Vice-President Raffaele Fitto, as well as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, in Brussels on Wednesday. According to a source familiar with the discussions, the meetings took place in a […]

22.07.2026 18:14

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More Red Sea shipments disrupted, Rubio says Iran not serious about talks

Four more tankers changed course in the Red Sea on Wednesday after Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen threatened the southern route out, highlighting a new risk to global oil supplies from the intensifying war between the U.S. and Iran. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran was not serious about peace talks, and Pakistan, which […]

22.07.2026 17:48

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Cyprus leads euro area in card payments as digital transactions surge

Cyprus embraces cashless payments as card use reaches new high Cypriots continued shifting towards digital payments during the second half of 2025, with the country recording the highest share of card payments in the euro area, according to a report published by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Wednesday. The report found that the […]

22.07.2026 17:47

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All signatures secured for Aphrodite gas sales MoU with Egypt

All signatures have been obtained for the memorandum of understanding (MoU) covering the sale of all recoverable natural gas from Cyprus’ Aphrodite field to the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS), NewMed Energy Management Ltd announced on Wednesday. In a statement filed with the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and addressed to the Israel Securities Authority, […]

22.07.2026 17:40

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Extradition proceedings against Dutch and Belgian nationals

Extradition proceedings are currently being heard before the Cypriot courts regarding an alleged investment fraud of approximately €18 million euros. The proceedings are against Dutch and Belgian nationals. At Wednesday’s extradition hearing, the defence cross-examined Prokopis Chindikos, an employee of the justice ministry, raising significant issues concerning the identification of the requested person, the appropriate forum for […]

22.07.2026 17:18

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Institutions committee to examine Videogate fallout next Friday

The House institutions committee will meet in an extraordinary session next Friday, following the publication of the independent criminal investigator’s findings into the Videogate affair. Committee chairman and Disy MP Demetris Demetriou convened the session following investigator Andreas Paschalides’ conclusion that no criminal offences had been identified. In his public statement, Paschalides described some of […]

22.07.2026 17:14

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Orange weather warning issued with temperatures set to reach 44 degrees

An orange weather warning was issued for extreme high temperatures on Thursday, with the mercury set to rise to a whopping 44 degrees Celsius. The warning will be in force between 12pm and 5pm, with temperatures also set to reach 33 degrees in mountainous areas. In addition, a yellow weather warning has been issued for […]

22.07.2026 17:10

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Kontides climbs to fifth at Los Angeles Grand Slam

Cypriot sailor Pavlos Kontides is now fifth in the ILCA 7 standings after two Golden Fleet races at the Los Angeles Grand Slam. He qualified sixth and finished fourth in both races. Britain’s Michael Beckett leads, followed by Ireland’s Finn Lynch, Britain’s Elliot Hanson, and Australia’s Matt Wearn. In the ILCA 6 class, Cypriot compatriot […]

22.07.2026 16:58

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Ben Gvir aide cancels Cyprus visit over French entry restrictions

Hanamel Dorfman, chief of staff to Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, cancelled a planned visit to Cyprus after being warned he could face difficulties entering European countries because of an administrative measure imposed by France. According to a report made by Israeli newspaper Maariv on Wednesday, Dorfman had been due to travel to […]

22.07.2026 16:47

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Avakoum trial hears donors’ claims over chandelier and icon that never materialised

Two witnesses told the Nicosia permanent criminal court on Wednesday that they donated thousands of euros towards a church chandelier and an icon at the Avakoum monastery, but never saw either project completed. The court also heard evidence from a police officer, who presented a report on public Facebook posts linked to the monastery and […]

22.07.2026 16:40

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Cypriot athletes ready for Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Cyprus will compete at the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a 36-member team aiming to enhance its strong record at the major multi-sport event. Over 3,000 athletes from 74 Commonwealth nations will participate from 23 July to 2 August. Cyprus will be represented in six sports by a team eager to win medals and […]

22.07.2026 16:21

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Appeal court rules years-long delay on child’s citizenship application was unlawful

The administrative court of appeal has ruled that the authorities acted unlawfully by failing for years to decide on a citizenship application for the child of a Cypriot citizen, stressing that the administration has a duty to examine and respond to requests within a reasonable time, even where the final decision involves the exercise of […]

22.07.2026 16:10

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Cyprus Stock Exchange to list new €50 million treasury bills

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on Wednesday announced that it had accepted the listing of 50,000 13-week Treasury Bills of the Republic of Cyprus, following an auction held on July 20, 2026. The bills form the seventh issue, Series 2026, running from July 24, 2026 to October 23, 2026. Each bill has a nominal value […]

22.07.2026 16:00

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Successful ‘Lidl Better Living Days’ roadshow heads to Paralimni

Following two successful two-day events at the Lidl stores in Agia Fylaxeos and Ypsonas, Lidl Cyprus’ summer wellness roadshow continues its tour on July 24 and 25. With two consecutive weekends filled with great food, exercise, a refreshing atmosphere and ideas for a better everyday life, the Lidl Better Living Days event in Limassol came […]

22.07.2026 15:57

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Southampton boss Eckert charged by FA over ‘Spygate’

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has been charged by the FA for his role in the “spygate scandal”, with the English soccer body alleging he authorised the observation of training sessions of rivals Oxford United, Ipswich Town and Middlesbrough last season. An Independent Disciplinary Commission said in May that Eckert had admittedto signing off on […]

22.07.2026 15:56

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Logicom and Kythreotis dispatch dividend payments

Logicom Public Ltd and K. Kythreotis Holdings Public Ltd announced on Wednesday that dividend payments to shareholders had been dispatched. Both companies confirmed that the dividends, previously announced on June 26, 2026, were mailed earlier on the same day. The announcements were issued to inform shareholders of the completion of the dividend distribution process.

22.07.2026 15:53

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EKO to support top lyceum, technical college grads from island’s mountain regions

The EKO Reward Programme for High-Achieving Graduates in Cyprus is a new initiative being implemented as part of HELLENiQ ENERGY’s corporate responsibility strategy and the “Empowering Youth” pillar, with the aim of recognising young people’s excellence and supporting their educational and personal development. The programme is aimed at graduates of public and private upper secondary […]

22.07.2026 15:44

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Cabinet approves new funds for public research organisations

The cabinet on Wednesday approved the implementation of a new funding mechanism for publicly funded research organisations, which will be implemented in 2027. In remarks after the meeting, Deputy Research Minister Nicodemos Damianou said the new mechanism would be implemented to ensure that existing research infrastructure could be maintained and strengthened to evolve into structures […]

22.07.2026 15:43

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