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Small parcel orders to Cyprus remain high despite €3 tariff

Cypriot consumers continued to place large numbers of orders through online platforms such as Shein and Temuafter the introduction of a temporary €3 customs duty, with more than 100,000 parcels recorded during the first 15 days of this month. The volume of packages is expected to increase further, with authorities estimating that monthly shipments could […]

17.07.2026 16:09

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Misuse of disabled beach access systems leaves users stranded

Seatrack systems installed on beaches to give people with mobility disabilities safe access to the sea are being damaged through misuse, sometimes preventing wheelchair users from entering the water, the Cyprus paraplegic organisation warned on Friday. The machines, which provide a rail system allowing a specialised chair to enter and exit the water, have been […]

17.07.2026 15:50

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CySEC grants Cyprus Cement shareholders takeover exemption

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Friday announced that it had granted an exemption from mandatory takeover offer requirements linked to a planned share buyback programme by the Cyprus Cement Public Company Ltd. The decision, approved during CySEC’s meeting on July 13, 2026, follows a request submitted by George S. Galatariotis & Sons […]

17.07.2026 15:47

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8 things I’ve learned in 10 years of working from home

Ten years ago, remote work was the choice of some programmers, freelancers, and employees with special circumstances. Before it became a trend, it was perceived as an exception. Nowadays, working from home is the norm. A home office has become a fully-fledged alternative to corporate offices in many industries. This isn’t just about changing locations […]

17.07.2026 15:46

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AmCham Cyprus hosts talks on national AI strategy

Business leaders, policymakers and other stakeholders met on Friday at a roundtable organised by the American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham Cyprus) to discuss the country’s national artificial intelligence strategy and the steps needed to translate it into practical implementation. The event featured Chief Scientist and chair of the National AI Strategy Demetris Skourides, […]

17.07.2026 15:30

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One of Limassol’s best burger spots

Food trucks in Cyprus used to be linked with one item: sandwiches. In fact, even the term ‘food truck’, which now finds itself inserted seamlessly in spoken Greek, is a fairly new addition. Now, every city across the island boasts a collection of young entrepreneurs using these mobile restaurants to serve up various products; from […]

17.07.2026 15:30

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Authority avoids clear answer about lawyer’s possible link

No response on McIntyre’s employment status after May 2025 The Anti-Corruption Authority issued an announcement on Friday denying there was any substance to public claims “doubting the validity and impartiality of the procedure followed before the start of the investigation of the Mafia State book, as well as the final report of the Inspection Officers, […]

17.07.2026 15:23

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Eurobank: Level up your future and turn ambition into opportunity

Education has the power to shape futures, unlock opportunities and create pathways to success. As students and families prepare for the next stage of their academic journey, having the right financial support can make all the difference. Recognising the investment that quality education represents, Eurobank offers the Education Loan Morfosi, a flexible financing solution designed […]

17.07.2026 15:15

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The EU rule that could choke Europe’s fuel supply

Europe is already being forced to reconsider how it keeps fuel moving through an increasingly volatile world. Now, as the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz exposes the fragility of international energy routes, ExxonMobil is warning that the bloc could be preparing to restrict its own access to oil and gas from next year.  In […]

17.07.2026 15:02

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Supplementary aid for illegal waste cleanup approved for third consecutive year

€1 million in emergency aid for the cleanup of illegal waste dumping sites was approved by the Council of Ministers on Thursday, the third consecutive year in which such aid has been allocated. The funding is intended to help reduce fire risks and protect the environment and public health, the agriculture, interior and transport ministries […]

17.07.2026 15:00

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Russian courts target two outspoken critics of war in Ukraine

Russian authorities have detained a blogger who criticised President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine and fined an anti-war politician, as Moscow sends a warning signal to critics of the Kremlin ahead of September’s parliamentary election. Although Putin maintains a near-total grip on power, he and the dominant United Russia party are under pressure […]

17.07.2026 14:33

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Legal proceedings to reveal the identities behind anonymous X accounts targeting a prominent Cypriot businessman

According to verified information, legal proceedings are under way in Cyprus and abroad with the aim of identifying certain individuals operating anonymous accounts on X, formerly Twitter, which have repeatedly targeted a prominent Cypriot businessman with false, defamatory and highly damaging allegations. The X platform allows users to remain anonymous, and in certain cases this […]

17.07.2026 14:30

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Music on a Cyprus mountain top

Summer evenings in Cyprus feel special no matter what, with their gentle breeze, warm nights and lively events. On Friday, July 24, Symeon Winery in Odou village invites music lovers to join artist Eleni Era for a special summer musical evening. Nestled at an altitude of 1,200m above sea level, this event marks one of […]

17.07.2026 14:23

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Cyprus can’t bury this problem

Cyprus is built on history, right? Construct a hotel, and you uncover an ancient amphitheatre. New roads unearth mosaics. Excavate anywhere from Polis to Pernera and you’ll likely hit a prehistoric hamlet. Or perhaps our island is built on love? On yiayia’s cooking, on pappou’s garden, on our ancestors’ fields and vineyards – a passion […]

17.07.2026 14:13

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Bruno Wang and the challenge of public transparency

Public trust rarely collapses over a single fact. It erodes more quietly, when important information surfaces late, when the paper trail turns out to be thin, or when powerful people ask the public to take their version of events on faith. That is what makes the discussion around Bruno Wang larger than one donor, one […]

17.07.2026 14:06

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Cyprus tourism has returned to stability, says deputy minister

Cyprus’ tourism sector has returned to a stable trajectory despite June tourist arrivals declining by 1.7 per cent, Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis said on Friday, following the release of the latest figures from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The Cystat data showed that 489,965 tourists visited Cyprus in June 2026, compared with 498,527 […]

17.07.2026 14:02

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Panayiotou will leave agriculture ministry, deputy govt spokesman says

Maria Panayiotou will leave her post as agriculture minister, deputy government spokesman Yiannis Antoniou said on Friday, as the prospect of a cabinet reshuffle appears to draw closer. He told television channel Omega that he can say “for certain” that “at this moment, the fact we have before us is that the agriculture minister must […]

17.07.2026 13:07

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Eurobank named Cyprus’ best bank, praised for corporate banking services

Eurobank announced on Friday that it has been named Cyprus’ best bank for 2026 by international financial publication Euromoney, while also receiving the award for best bank for large corporates at the publication’s latest excellence awards. The bank said the awards represented international recognition of its performance and strategic initiatives during 2025, a year which […]

17.07.2026 13:00

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Shot police officer’s wife regains consciousness

The 46-year-old woman who was shot by her husband, a police officer who subsequently died by suicide, has regained consciousness at Nicosia general hospital, police said on Friday. Investigators are now awaiting medical approval to take her statement. She was taken out of sedation while continuing treatment in the intensive care unit. Limassol CID officers […]

17.07.2026 12:32

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Cyprus tourist arrivals dip in June as island continues to face a slower year

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 […]

17.07.2026 12:25

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Warning of traffic chaos after cabinet approves new Limassol Mall

The cabinet has approved the development of a Limassol Mall, ending a lengthy process involving competing applications for two shopping centres planned just 300 metres apart and paving the way for a major new retail development in the city. According to InBusinessNews, the cabinet approved the Limassol Mall proposal while rejecting a rival application for […]

17.07.2026 12:22

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Cyprus inflation climbs to 4.1 per cent in June, outpacing euro area

Cyprus’ annual inflation rate accelerated to 4.1 per cent in June 2026, significantly outpacing both the euro area and European Union averages, according to figures released on Friday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) and Eurostat. The figures showed that the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) increased by 4.1 per cent compared with June […]

17.07.2026 12:09

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Turkish defence ministry: We have not forgotten Eoka’s bloody legacy

Turkey’s defence ministry on Friday released a video in which it decried the “bloody legacy” of Greek Cypriot paramilitary group Eoka, two days after the 52nd anniversary of the Greek military junta-backed coup on the island and three days before the anniversary of the subsequent Turkish invasion. “We continue to remind the world of the […]

17.07.2026 12:08

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Cyprus sharpens higher education strategy

Cyprus is seeking to make higher education a stronger part of its economic and international profile, as the government aims to position the island as a regional academic and research centre. At the same time, the ministry acknowledged that the sector’s growth must be carefully managed. Student housing, labour-market alignment, quality assurance and the modernisation […]

17.07.2026 12:00

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