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Short term rentals see fall in Cyprus occupancy and prices

Short term tourist accommodation operators in Cyprus are facing a weaker season, with occupancy rates and prices both falling by up to 15 per cent this year, Speaking with Alpha TV on Saturday, Self-Service Tourist Accommodation Association (Stek) president, Konstantinos Karakontis said demand had slowed compared with last year’s strong performance, although the market had […]

18.07.2026 12:16

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England and France face off in match nobody wants to play

Playing your final World Cup match one day prior to the championship game is not the assignment anybody desires. But it’s the reality for France and England as the two countries will take the field in the third-place match on Saturday in Miami Gardens, Fla. “None of our players, and none of the French players, […]

18.07.2026 12:12

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Rodri tells Spain to chase World Cup dream without fear

Spain captain Rodri has urged his teammates to carry more hunger than fear into Sunday’s World Cup final against Argentina, where Lionel Messi and a side he called “the team to beat” stand between them and football’s biggest prize. Spain arrive at the final after winning the Nations League and European Championship in recent years, […]

18.07.2026 12:04

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Akamas signs €248,500 contract for Peyia centre revamp

Plans to regenerate the traditional centre of Peyia moved forward on Saturday after Akamas municipality signed a contract for the preparation of a masterplan and the technical studies needed for the project. The municipality signed the agreement with architectural firm CE Chrysanthou Architects LLC, appointing it to prepare the overall design, complete the required technical […]

18.07.2026 12:03

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Rolling Stones match Beatles with 15th UK number one album

The Rolling Stones have landed their 15th number one on the UK Official Albums Chart with their new record “Foreign Tongues”, drawing them level with The Beatles’ tally. The band’s 25th studio album was released on July 10 and features guest contributions from Paul McCartney, The Cure’s Robert Smith and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer […]

18.07.2026 12:00

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What could be more serious than Europe?

By Simon Demetriou In Andrew Sean Greer’s last novel, the lesson learned is that ‘up close [the world] makes no sense’. That was a valuable lesson in a wonderfully witty book. In Villa Coco, the lesson the narrator learns is that ‘it was the work of the speaker… to extract and refine, from the admixed […]

18.07.2026 12:00

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Tributes pour in for cricket great Sobers after death at 89

Tributes poured in for Garry Sobers, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket, following his death at the age of 89 on Friday. Sobers represented the West Indies in 93 tests between 1954 and 1974, earning a reputation for his aggressive batting, versatility with both pace and spin bowling, and outstanding fielding. […]

18.07.2026 11:58

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Iran renews attacks on Gulf states after another night of US strikes

Iran launched renewed attacks on U.S. Gulf allies on Saturday after a seventh straight night of U.S. strikes targeting Iranian military sites including logistics infrastructure, escalating the war one week after a fragile ceasefire agreement fell apart. Kuwait came under sustained attack, with a desalination plant hit and operations at Kuwait International Airport suspended due […]

18.07.2026 11:53

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Brussels warns Cyprus over justice delays and legal service reform

Cyprus is continuing to fall short on key rule of law reforms, with the European Commission cautioning that delays in overhauling the legal service, slow moving courts and weak oversight of prosecution decisions remain among the country’s most serious institutional failings. In its 2026 rule of law report issued on Saturday, the Commission said Cyprus […]

18.07.2026 11:52

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British father to remain in custody until remand expires

The British father arrested following the death of his three-year-old son after a fall from a fourth-floor hotel window in Paphos will remain in custody until the expiry of his eight-day remand, with any decision on temporary release for his son’s funeral to be considered only after that point. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail, police […]

18.07.2026 11:43

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Herbert falls short of historic 61, DeChambeau hit with penalty at Open

Australia’s Lucas Herbert came within a five-foot putt of becoming the first golfer to shoot 61 in a men’s major on Friday as he took a two-shot lead at the British Open although his feat was overshadowed late on as a charging Bryson DeChambeau was hit with a two-stroke penalty. Only five rounds of 62 […]

18.07.2026 11:42

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Guatemalan zoo breeds rare lizards in bid to save endangered species

Conservationists in Guatemala are breeding a new generation of Guatemalan beaded lizards, one of the ​world’s most endangered lizards, in the hopes of ‌rebuilding wild populations decimated by habitat loss and their popularity in the illegal pet trade. Heloderma charlesbogerti, also known as “niño dormido” (sleeping child in ​Spanish), are endemic to the thornscrub of […]

18.07.2026 11:40

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Police union condemns disclosure of officer’s profession after crash

The police union Isotita (Equality) has criticised the force’s decision to disclose that a driver involved in a Nicosia traffic accident was an off-duty officer arguing on Saturday that the disclosure raises questions over privacy and the handling of personal information. The criticism followed a police announcement that the 44-year-old officer had been suspended on […]

18.07.2026 11:02

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29-year-old arrested over copper cable thefts

A 29-year-old man was arrested in connection with three cases of copper cable theft in the Nicosia district, police said on Saturday. The suspect was arrested by members of the Nicosia CID following a complaint made by an employee at a construction site in Strovolos, where copper from cables was reported stolen from a power […]

18.07.2026 10:48

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Cyprus’ buffer zone acting as ‘biodiversity refuge’

The buffer zone that traverses the island’s divide has developed into an unexpected area of biodiversity, with nature expanding in areas where human activity has been limited for decades. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency on Saturday, Professor Costas Constantinou said the area had become an ecological space where wildlife and plant species had increased […]

18.07.2026 10:43

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Akamas National Park: A visitor’s guide

If you’re looking for a side of Cyprus that feels untouched by large resorts and busy promenades, Akamas National Park should be at the top of your list. Covering the rugged north-western tip of the island, this protected landscape combines dramatic coastal scenery, hiking trails, secluded beaches and rich biodiversity. Unlike many of Cyprus’ best-known […]

18.07.2026 10:25

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19-year-old held over 11 Ayia Napa burglary cases

A 19-year-old man was arrested in connection with 11 burglary and theft cases committed in Ayia Napa during the last two months. In police statements issued on Saturday, the arrest took place shortly after 1am when police received information about a person acting suspiciously inside a hotel lobby in Ayia Napa. Famagusta police arrived at […]

18.07.2026 10:16

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Drug squad seize 1,423 laughing gas containers in Ayia Napa raid

Police seized 1,423 small containers of nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, and arrested two people during a coordinated operation in the Ayia Napa nightclub district on Saturday. Members of the drugs squad (Ykan) inspected four premises, with officers finding and confiscating 1,423 containers of nitrous oxide, a controlled substance, along with 455 balloons […]

18.07.2026 10:11

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Police make ten arrests during overnight checks

Ten people were arrested and 370 traffic violations were issued during targeted police operations carried out nationwide on Friday night. According to police statements issued on Saturday, the arrests involved various offences, including drug possession, burglary, and illegal stay. During the operations, police stopped 684 vehicles for inspection and checked 849 drivers and passengers. Officers […]

18.07.2026 10:06

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The One Love Cyprus Festival brings reggae and more

Reggae sounds, art finds and a community spirit is coming to Gialia in Paphos this summer. Bringing the ultimate laid-back party vibe is the latest edition of One Love Cyprus Festival, which returns for the third time, bigger and renewed. Expanding to a five-day experience this year, the festival will bring reggae, dub and sound […]

18.07.2026 10:00

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Yellow weather warning issued as Nicosia hits near 40 degrees

Temperatures in Nicosia are expected to reach around 40 degrees Celsius on Saturday, with the Met Office issuing a yellow warning for extreme heat between 1pm and 4pm. The forecasters said the weather will remain mainly clear during the day, with afternoon cloud development bringing the possibility of isolated rain or thunderstorms, mainly in Troodos. […]

18.07.2026 09:58

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Cyprus Business Now: CITEA, cost of living, tourist arrivals, Eurobank, AmCham

Tourist arrivals to Cyprus fell by 1.7 per cent in June, according to figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Friday, although the monthly decline was markedly smaller than the sharper contractions seen earlier this year. A total of 489,965 tourists arrived in Cyprus in June 2026, compared with 498,527 in the same […]

18.07.2026 09:00

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EU trade scheme boosts developing economies, report finds

The European Commission and the High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy published a joint report this week, detailing the implementation of the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP), the EU’s main trade tool supporting developing countries’ exports. The report confirms that the scheme continues to drive economic progress and sustainable development in beneficiary […]

18.07.2026 08:30

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The energy institute statistical review 2026: the story lies beyond electricity

The publication of the Energy Institute’s Statistical Review of World Energy 2026 has produced widely differing interpretations. Some commentators argue that it demonstrates the energy transition is accelerating rapidly. Others claim it shows that the transition is failing because fossil fuels continue to dominate. Both conclusions are based on the same data. The difference lies in […]

18.07.2026 08:00

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