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Teenage Cyprus water skier wins double gold in Greece

Cypriot water skier Andreas Konstantinou claimed two gold medals at the Panhellenic Water Ski Championship held at Lake Stratos in Agrinio from July 10 to 12. The 17-year-old topped both the Under-17 and Open men’s slalom events. His performance has lifted him to fifth in the European rankings and seventh in the world in the […]

20.07.2026 15:37

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What happens to family memories without photo albums?

People are taking more photos than ever before. But, even with thousands of pictures on their devices, many families no longer have a single photo album at home. As physical albums become increasingly rare and memories shift to phone and cloud storage, how will future generations revisit and understand their family history? For research centre […]

20.07.2026 15:30

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Journalists’ union condemns Alma MP’s remarks against reporter

The Union of Cyprus Journalists (UCJ) on Monday strongly condemned comments made by Alma MP Michalis Paraskevas against Phileleftheros journalist Frixos Dalitis, describing the remarks as offensive, unsubstantiated and damaging to the profession. The union stressed that people in public life, including politicians and journalists, are legitimately subject to public criticism, provided it is evidence-based […]

20.07.2026 15:26

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Erdogan: We will never abandon the Turkish Cypriot people

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday promised to “never abandon the Turkish Cypriot people” in his message issued to mark the 52nd anniversary of the arrival of Turkish troops in 1974. “On the 52nd anniversary of the Cyprus peace operation, I commemorate with mercy our heroic martyrs and commemorate our veterans with gratitude. I […]

20.07.2026 15:05

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Probe after Down syndrome abuse video

The confederation of organisations for the disabled (Kysoa) has called for an immediate investigation and accountability after a TikTok video showing a minor with Down syndrome being humiliated circulated online, with authorities already examining the incident. In a statement issued on Monday, Kysoa condemned the video, saying “a person with Down syndrome was publicly humiliated,” […]

20.07.2026 14:51

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Mediators propose 10-day ceasefire to revive Iran-US interim deal

Mediators have passed Iran a proposal to de-escalate the war with the U.S. that would offer a 10-day ceasefire to find ways to revive an interim deal reached last month, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Monday.

20.07.2026 14:51

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Hamas names Khalil Al-Hayya as new leader

Hamas has named Khalil Al-Hayya as its overall leader, according to a statement from the Palestinian militant group on Monday. Al-Hayya replaces Yahya Sinwar, who was killed in combat with Israeli forces in 2024 as Hamas fought a full-scale, two-year war with Israel in the Gaza Strip. Al-Hayya, the group’s exiled Gaza chief and top […]

20.07.2026 14:41

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Cyprus regulator gains ESMA backing after progress in investment firm supervision

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has welcomed a follow-up review by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) that recognised significant improvements in the supervision of cross-border activities by investment firms. The ESMA Peer Review Committee (PRC) report highlighted progress made by CySEC in strengthening supervisory and enforcement practices following recommendations issued in […]

20.07.2026 14:38

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Petrolina announces interim dividend for 2026

The board of directors of Petrolina (Holdings) Public Ltd met on Monday at the company offices in Larnaca to decide on the distribution of an interim dividend for the current financial year. According to an announcement following the meeting, the board reached a formal decision to approve an interim dividend payment of 2.94 per cent, […]

20.07.2026 14:30

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Red alert issued for forest fire risk tomorrow

The Forestry Department has issued a red alert for forest fire risk tomorrow, warning that conditions could allow fires to spread rapidly. In a statement issued on Monday, the department urged the public to exercise extreme caution during outdoor activities and avoid any actions that could cause a fire. It warned that starting a fire […]

20.07.2026 14:25

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Cypriots protest outside Turkish embassy in London

Members of the Cypriot diaspora in the United Kingdom gathered outside the Turkish embassy in London on Monday for a peaceful protest marking the 52nd anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. The demonstration was organised by the Famagusta Association of Great Britain, which called for the withdrawal of Turkish troops and the return of […]

20.07.2026 14:10

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Cyprus building costs climb again

Cyprus’ construction material prices rose further in June, driven by sharp increases in aluminium, plastics and electrical fixtures, according to figures released by the Statistical Service (Cystat) on Monday. The price index of construction materials reached 122.74 units, with 2021 acting as the base year set at 100. This represented a 0.55 per cent monthly […]

20.07.2026 14:09

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Mitsotakis: July 20 an open wound in the heart of Hellenism

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday described July 20 as “an open wound”, as he marked the 52nd anniversary of the commencement of Turkey’s invasion of Cyprus. “Every time the calendar reaches July 20, one’s thought does not simply return to the dark anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. It encounters an open […]

20.07.2026 14:06

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Cyprus startups urged to prioritise cybersecurity before expansion

Cyprus-based fintech and iGaming companies expanding abroad are underestimating cyber risks, according to Andrey Leskin, CTO at Qrator Labs, who warned that firms entering high-growth regions may face targeted digital attacks from competitors and ideological groups. “Cyber risks simply are not top of mind during international expansion,” Leskin said, explaining that businesses focused on hiring, […]

20.07.2026 13:30

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Union calls for fewer inmates after prison fire

Civil servants’ union Pasydy on Monday called for prison inmate reduction and action on staffing shortages after inmates started a fire at the central prisons on Sunday that left a prison officer hospitalised. The union called the events “unacceptable” and said prison operations “cannot and must not continue to rely solely on the work performed […]

20.07.2026 13:17

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Cyprus must turn housing pledge into homes

Cyprus’ pledge to deliver 10,000 new homes marks an important step towards tackling the country’s housing challenges, but meaningful progress will ultimately depend on whether the country can create the conditions needed to translate political commitments into completed developments. After years of debate over rising rents, affordability and housing shortages, the national conversation has finally […]

20.07.2026 13:10

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Mitsides approves €410,000 dividend payout for shareholders

Mitsides Public Company Limited has approved a final dividend of €0.05 per share, totalling €410,000 from the profits of the 2023 financial year, during the eighteenth annual general meeting held on July 17, 2026. According to an announcement released on Monday, the record date for determining the beneficiaries of this dividend is July 31, 2026. […]

20.07.2026 13:04

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13 shots fired at commercial building in Limassol over weekend

Police are investigating after at least 13 shots were fired at a commercial building in Yermasoyia over the weekend, with the damage discovered only on Monday morning by a cleaner arriving at the premises. The building, which houses several companies, was targeted on Prophet Elias Street, with bullet holes found on the entrance door and […]

20.07.2026 13:03

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Ukraine hits Moscow with 400 drones as Russian strike kills 10 on grain ship

Ukraine targeted Moscow and the surrounding region with more than 400 drones overnight, while a Russian missile strike killed 10 people aboard a corn-carrying vessel near the Ukrainian port of Odesa, officials said on Monday, marking a sharp escalation in attacks far beyond the war’s front lines. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said more than 400 […]

20.07.2026 12:56

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Demetra Holdings buys back own shares

Demetra Holdings announced on Monday that it repurchased 4,960 of its own shares following a board session held on July 17, 2026. The company executed this buyback at a price of €1.53 per share. The transaction was carried out through the Cyprus Investment and Securities Corporation (CISCO) in accordance with the relevant regulations of the […]

20.07.2026 12:48

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Andy Burnham bets political future on remaking Britain’s centralised state

Andy Burnham, Britain’s next prime minister, is staking his premiership on a goal that has eluded most British leaders: transforming one of the most centralised countries in the Western world to tackle stubborn regional inequality. Burnham has promised what he calls the “biggest rebalancing of power our country has ever seen”, shifting power away from […]

20.07.2026 12:45

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Israel ‘stands in solidarity with Cyprus’

The Israeli foreign ministry on Monday said that it “stands in solidarity in Cyprus” in its message issued to mark the 52nd anniversary of Turkey’s invasion of the island. “Israel reaffirms its unwavering support for the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cyprus and stands in solidarity with Cyprus,” it said. It […]

20.07.2026 12:23

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Spain unites in joy at second World Cup crown

Thousands danced in the streets, set off fireworks and launched red flares in Madrid as the party went on into the early hours of Monday after Spain beat Argentina 1-0 to win the World Cup. Waving red and gold flags, Spaniards and fans from around the world watched as La Roja realised the dream of […]

20.07.2026 12:21

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Toyota, Lexus dominance in electric vehicle market continues to climb

Toyota Motor Europe (TME) continued its transition to electrification at a particularly strong pace during the first half of 2026, recording impressive growth in sales of its all-electric models. Despite the fact that the overall market remained highly competitive, the company sold a total of 633,617 vehicles in Europe, securing a 7.0-per cent market share. […]

20.07.2026 12:10

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