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CySEC urges Cyprus firms to join AMLA anti-money laundering consultations

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Wednesday informed regulated entities of two public consultations launched by the European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA), urging them to participate in shaping new EU anti-money laundering rules. The first consultation concerns draft Implementing Technical Standards (ITS) under Article 69(3) of Regulation (EU) 2024/1624, which establish the format […]

15.07.2026 12:40

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Dividend payments distributed to Lordos Hotels shareholders

Lordos Hotels (Holdings) Public Ltd announced on Wednesday that the dividend payment previously approved by shareholders has been dispatched and successfully paid to investors. The company had previously confirmed that the board of directors proposed a dividend of €0.04 per share, which was subsequently approved by shareholders at the annual general meeting held on June […]

15.07.2026 12:21

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England and Argentina anticipate ‘special game’ in blockbuster semi

England are one win away from their first World Cup final appearance in 60 years. To get there, all they’ll have to do is beat an Argentina side looking to become the first back-to-back champion since Brazil in 1958 and ‘62. The two sides with a heated World Cup history face off on Wednesday in […]

15.07.2026 12:18

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Alphamega workshop to teach kids value of healthy nutrition, cooking skills

As part of their “Child, Nutrition & Health” Corporate Social Responsibility Programme, ALPHAMEGA Hypermarkets are set to host a unique Nutrition And Cooking Workshop for eight- to 14-year-olds, offering an engaging experience that will bring together learning, creativity and fun. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Intercollege (main campus premises […]

15.07.2026 12:12

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Spain have recaptured 2010 spirit after France masterclass

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente said his side had revived the spirit of their 2010 World Cup triumph after a commanding 2-0 win over France on Tuesday sent them into the final and left them one victory from a second global title. Spain, who won their first World Cup 16 years ago, neutralised a […]

15.07.2026 12:12

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Deschamps’ golden France era ends after another heartbreak

The end of coach Didier Deschamps’ Midas-like reign turned into a Tantalus torment as France suffered a comprehensive World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain, but Les Bleus’ recent heartbreaks will not tarnish an unprecedented legacy. France lost the 2022 World Cup final to Argentina and have now fallen to Spain in three straight major semi-finals, […]

15.07.2026 12:05

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Intercollege: Real skills, real experience, real careers

Choosing the right college is one of the most important decisions a student will make. Today, students are looking for more than a qualification. They want an education that prepares them for employment, career progression and long-term professional success. At Intercollege, this is at the heart of the student experience. For decades, Intercollege has built […]

15.07.2026 12:00

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Allwyn Care: more care for all through meaningful health initiatives

Allwyn Cyprus unveiled a series of meaningful social contribution initiatives focused on healthcare during a special event held at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre on July 14, 2026. These initiatives form part of Allwyn Care, the company’s new, long-term and comprehensive programme dedicated to the vital area of healthcare. Allwyn Care was introduced at the end […]

15.07.2026 11:56

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Man dies after collapsing in Solomou Square

A 28-year-old Indian national has died after being found unconscious in Solomou Square in Nicosia, police said on Tuesday announcing an investigation into the circumstances of his death. Police officers found the 28-year-old unconscious at around midday on Tuesday in Solomou Square before calling an ambulance to the scene. He was taken to hospital, where […]

15.07.2026 11:54

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‘Households should not carry cost of lack of govt policy’

The Union of Municipalities on Wednesday welcomed parliament’s rejection of a proposed municipal waste landfill tax, describing the outcome as a “responsible” decision and calling on the government to begin discussions on a fairer waste management framework. Following Tuesday’s House plenum vote, the union said the decision reflected concerns it had repeatedly raised that local […]

15.07.2026 11:48

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The immigrant story behind a Cyprus travel startup

Cypriot entrepreneur Elias Orfanou did not pick the easiest moment to start thinking about travel. In 2020, while the world was shutting down and tourism was being pushed into one of the darkest periods in its history, a university idea at UCLan Cyprus began to take shape.  Five years later, that idea has taken him far from the classroom. Orfanou has left his […]

15.07.2026 11:43

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Crewmate of Cypriot-flagged ship struck in Strait of Hormuz dead, family says

The missing member of the crew of the Cypriot-flagged ship which was hit by a missile while attempting to traverse the Strait of Hormuz at the weekend has died, his family said on Wednesday. He was named as 30-year-old Indian national Heramb Karmarkar, a marine engineer on board the Cyprus-flagged container ship M/V GFS Galaxy, […]

15.07.2026 11:42

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Freedom Holding outlines Europe’s AI advantage at Economist forum

Freedom Holding Corp. has stated that Europe has a major opportunity to establish itself in the next phase of artificial intelligence, following the group’s participation in the 30th Annual Economist Government Roundtable held in Athens between July 8 and July 10. The parent company of Freedom24 took part in the annual event, where Paul Meeks, […]

15.07.2026 11:40

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CTC nears total control of Ermes following mandatory bid

The Cyprus Trading Corporation (CTC) has increased its direct holding in Ermes Department Stores Plc to 86.275 per cent, following the completion of its mandatory takeover bid for the retailer’s remaining shares. According to the announcement, preliminary results showed that shareholders tendered 15,810,257 Ermes shares, representing an acceptance rate of 9.060 per cent, during the […]

15.07.2026 11:34

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Russian strike on Ukraine’s Odesa kills three as Moscow, Kyiv battle over Black Sea

Russia and Ukraine stepped up their battle over the Black Sea and key trade routes on Wednesday, with Moscow killing three people in an attack on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa and Kyiv’s drone forces striking Russian shipping. Odesa region Governor Oleh Kiper said that a “massive” Russian drone and missile attack on the […]

15.07.2026 11:33

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Shipping routes shift as crises deepen

A fresh Russian drone attack on two commercial ships off Odesa has again exposed the human cost of navigating through conflict zones, while emphasising how security threats are steadily redrawing the map of global maritime trade.  The Tanzania-flagged Atlas Bey and a second merchant ship sailing under the Liberian flag were struck on Tuesday, July 14, while travelling through […]

15.07.2026 11:31

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Fidan, Guterres hold telephone call as Cyprus problem efforts ramp up

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres held a telephone call late on Tuesday to discuss “regional issues”, with efforts both in Cyprus and abroad ramping up with the aim of bringing about a resumption of negotiations in earnest on the Cyprus problem. According to Turkey’s Anadolu Agency, the pair discussed […]

15.07.2026 11:28

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Christodoulides: Talk with Fidan not product of AI

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday dismissed reports that he had not held a discussion with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Paris the day prior, pointing to video and photographic evidence of the pair in conversation at the day’s Bastille Day celebrations. “I said that there were no talks, but that there was a discussion. […]

15.07.2026 11:24

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Cyprus awaits next move after Dubai arrest of alleged crime boss

Cyprus has been officially informed of the arrest in Dubai of alleged organised crime figure ‘Edik’, who is also wanted by Cyprus police, with officials now seeking clarification over which international warrant was executed and what impact the development could have on the island’s own investigation. According to Omega, well informed sources confirmed Cyprus has […]

15.07.2026 11:19

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Redwolf Ogilvy: 10 years of writing the story differently

Redwolf Ogilvy is celebrating 10 years of a strong, dynamic presence in the communications and advertising industry. Over the past decade, the agency has grown alongside the people and brands that placed their trust in it, evolved through every challenge and established its own distinctive creative presence in the market. Since day one, Redwolf Ogilvy […]

15.07.2026 11:02

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‘What happened that day tore us apart’

A family whose eight-year-old son and grandmother were shot dead during the coup of July 15, 1974, said on Wednesday the killings remain an open wound more than five decades later. Stavros Pidias, aged eight, and his 62-year-old grandmother Margarita Theodorou were killed outside the family home in the Ayios Ioannis area of Limassol during […]

15.07.2026 10:55

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Bel Air Gardens: Leptos Estates’ new residential community in Yeroskipou

Leptos Estates announces the launch of Bel Air Gardens, a new residential development in Yeroskipou, Paphos, created for a balanced and connected way of life. Combining 112 contemporary residences with landscaped outdoor spaces, a central swimming pool and a welcoming community environment, the development introduces a fresh lifestyle concept just minutes from the city and […]

15.07.2026 10:49

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Nine arrested in Cyprus-wide police crackdown

Nine people were arrested during overnight police operations carried out across Cyprus, as officers carried out preventive checks targeting crime and public safety, police said on Wednesday. The arrests involved suspected offences including illegal stay in the Republic, drug possession, theft from a vehicle and illegal entry into Cyprus. During the operations, officers stopped 455 […]

15.07.2026 10:36

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Holguin ‘will return to Cyprus before month’s end’

United Nations envoy for the Cyprus problem Maria Angela Holguin will return to the island before the end of the month, Greek Cypriot chief negotiator Menelaos Menelaou said on Wednesday, with efforts both in Cyprus and abroad ramping up to bring about a resumption of negotiations in earnest to solve the Cyprus problem. “First of […]

15.07.2026 10:10

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