Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Psychological support hotline for farmers affected by FMD

Livestock farmers whose livelihoods have been affected by the recent outbreak of the foot-and-mouth disease have the option to reach out to a dedicated hotline to receive psychological support, the Larnaca municipality said on Wednesday. “The aim is to provide psychological support to those in need, as well as the timely management of any needs […]

25.02.2026 14:30

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Cyprus annual inflation slows to 1.2 per cent as energy prices fall

Cyprus’ annual inflation rate stood at 1.2 per cent in January 2026, remaining below the euro area and EU averages as price pressures across the bloc continued to ease, according to data released by statistical service (Cystat) and Eurostat.  The Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) decelerated to 1.2 per cent compared with January 2025, when it stood at 2.9 […]

25.02.2026 14:26

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Urges Replacement of Outdated Electrical Switches by Oct. 1, 2026

Cyprus’ Department of Electromechanical Services is calling on property owners to replace outdated main protective switches still found in some electrical installations built before 1990, warning that the old voltage‑type devices no longer meet modern safety standards. The ministry said the upgrade to a newer current‑type switch is a simple, low‑cost measure that significantly improves […]

25.02.2026 14:24

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Agriculture minister defends FMD response amid criticism of negligence

Agricultural minister, Maria Panayiotou addressed growing criticism on Wednesday over the government’s handling of the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, insisting that strict biosecurity measures and a national action plan had been in place from the outset. Speaking after a meeting with representatives of livestock farmers and cheesemakers, she rejected claims of negligence, especially those raised during […]

25.02.2026 14:21

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Fears over Russian property purchases near RAF Akrotiri raise security concerns in Cyprus

British intelligence is increasingly apprehensive that Russian nationals linked to the Kremlin are acquiring properties near the RAF base at Akrotiri as part of a covert “hybrid warfare” strategy. According to reporting by The Telegraph, homes purchased close to the British base are under suspicion for being used for surveillance, equipment storage or acts of […]

25.02.2026 14:16

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Heathrow CEO says Istanbul to overtake London hub as Europe’s busiest airport

Istanbul will overtake Heathrow as Europe’s busiest hub this year or the next, the London airport’s chief executive said, bolstering its case to build a new runway after decades of political delays and reversals. “I would definitely expect maybe that to happen this year, maybe next year,” Heathrow CEO Thomas Woldbye told Reuters on Wednesday. […]

25.02.2026 14:13

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Mexico weighs legal action after Musk links president to drug cartels

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday she is considering legal action following a comment by tech billionaire Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, that alleged she was connected to drug cartels. Musk’s post on X followed the capture and killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) leader Nemesio Oseguera, “El Mencho,” by Mexican security […]

25.02.2026 14:08

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Prountzos proposes crossing point in Kaimakli

Nicosia mayor Charalambos Prountzos expressed his support for the creation of a crossing point at Ayios Hilarionos, located in the northeastern Nicosia suburb of Kaimakli on Tuesday. He said that a proposal for the opening of a crossing point that allowed for the passage of vehicles had been drafted following a year of relevant talks […]

25.02.2026 14:04

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Economy’s growth leads to higher social expenditure says president

The government is increasing social expenditure after the economy recorded growth, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday. “It is important that we have had the ability – based on economic circumstances created by the growth in our country – to have increased increase our social expenditure in 2024, 2025 and 2026 by over 6 per […]

25.02.2026 13:57

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Nvidia results to test technology sector after shaky start to 2026

The technology stock trade has stumbled out of the starting block in 2026, stemming from pressure from artificial intelligence disruption fears and the allure of groups that have lagged, but the broader market may struggle to make substantial gains without the heavyweight sector’s help. Nvidia’s (NVDA.O) quarterly report on Wednesday looms as the next test […]

25.02.2026 13:34

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

British energy bills fall but remain 30 per cent above pre-crisis levels

Most British households will see lower energy bills from April, energy regulator Ofgem said on Wednesday after cutting its price cap by 7 per cent under government measures to ease costs. The move follows plans set out in last year’s budget to shift some renewable energy costs to general taxation and scrap a scheme requiring […]

25.02.2026 13:17

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Mafia State probe findings to be announced after elections

New delays in delivering the last part of a report by the authority against corruption on Mafia State – a book by investigative journalist Makarios Droushiotis – are expected to be announced on Thursday. Although the final version will probably be ready before the parliamentary elections, the findings of the report will be made public […]

25.02.2026 13:08

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Same FMD virus strain as the north confirmed in Republic cases

The veterinary services confirmed on Wednesday that the foot-and-mouth disease virus detected in livestock units in government-controlled areas is of the same serotype as that circulating in the north. The confirmation followed specialised laboratory tests, validating concerns that the outbreak is epidemiologically linked to cases identified in the north since December. Speaking at the crisis […]

25.02.2026 12:48

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Emergency compensation as foot-and-mouth outbreak escalates

The government confirmed on Wednesday that compensation of about €4.5 million will be paid to farmers for the culling of roughly 13,000 animals affected by the rapid spread of foot-and-mouth disease. So far, infections have been confirmed in 11 livestock units in Livadia, Oroklini, Troulloi and Aradippou, prompting the culling of livestock in an effort […]

25.02.2026 12:39

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Cyprus pushes ahead with minimum wage reform despite disputes

Cyprus moved a step closer this week to adopting a long-delayed EU directive on adequate minimum wages, as the updated draft law was presented to social partners, with key disagreements between employers and unions still unresolved. The proposed Adequate Minimum Wages Law of 2025 aims to improve living and working conditions by ensuring that statutory […]

25.02.2026 12:31

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Yes, men have a biological clock too

By Theresa Larkin When we talk about a biological clock ticking, it usually means the pressure women feel to fall pregnant before a certain age. It’s linked to the decline in eggs (ova) and fertility as females age. But sperm numbers and fertility similarly decline with age in men. When a heterosexual couple experiences fertility […]

25.02.2026 12:30

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus President Vows Full Support for Those Hit by Foot‑and‑Mouth Outbreak

The president pledged that the government will support everyone affected by the outbreak of foot‑and‑mouth disease. He said veterinary authorities implemented specific measures in December, when the first case appeared in the Turkish‑occupied north. He also noted that, based on the information he has received, there are indications of possible illegal activity that contributed to […]

25.02.2026 12:15

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus investment fund sector hits record high with 260 active firms

Cyprus’ investment funds sector continued to record positive momentum, with the number of active entities reaching a new high and Assets Under Management (AuM) rising to €11.4 billion, according to the latest data released by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). The Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) expressed its satisfaction with the sector’s continued […]

25.02.2026 12:07

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Brook’s brilliance sends England into World Cup semis

Harry Brook smashed a match-winning hundred in Tuesday’s Super Eight match against Pakistan after being moved up the order to number three but the England captain is unsure if he will stay in the new slot for the rest of the Twenty20 World Cup. Brook struck a two-run-a-ball hundred as England accomplished a tricky chase […]

25.02.2026 12:04

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus launches dialogue series to boost women’s role in science

Cyprus’ office of the Commissioner for Gender Equality this week launched a new public dialogue series with a discussion focused on women’s participation in science, bringing students and journalists into the policy conversation from the outset. The first session, titled ‘Women in science: when equality strengthens innovation”, examined the persistent underrepresentation of women in Science, […]

25.02.2026 12:03

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Registry of Cyprus’ queer-friendly doctors released

Members of the LGBTQIA+ community can now access a register of queer-friendly medical professionals of various specialisations across the island, the Queer Collective announced on Wednesday. “Finding a doctor, therapist, or specialist who will treat you with dignity is harder than it should be in Cyprus,” the group said. Referring to the registry as a […]

25.02.2026 12:00

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Swansea celebrity co-owner Snoop Dogg receives grand welcome on first visit

American rapper and producer Snoop Dogg received a guard of honour and was greeted with twirling white towels on Tuesday on his first visit to Swansea City since becoming an investor with the Welsh side last year. Dressed in Swansea’s colours, the 54-year-old took the field ahead of the Championship game against Preston North End […]

25.02.2026 11:46

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Water situation in Polis Chrysochous critical but manageable

The water situation in Polis Chrysochous is critical but manageable, Paphos district governor Charalambos Pittokopitis said on Wednesday. After a meeting in Polis Chrysochous with key officials on water supply and irrigation strategies, Pittokopitis described the current data as challenging. He added that both existing and planned measures could potentially address the situation, and that […]

25.02.2026 11:44

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Bodo send Inter crashing out of Champions League, easy for Newcastle

Bodo/Glimt dumped last season’s finalists Inter Milan out of the Champions League with a remarkable 2-1 win at the San Siro in their playoff second leg on Tuesday that sealed a stunning 5-2 aggregate triumph for the Norwegian minnows. Having stunned Inter with a 3-1 victory in the first leg in Bodo, the visitors increased […]

25.02.2026 11:42

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