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Iraq Launches Drilling at Akkas Gas Field to Boost Domestic Production

Iraq has officially begun drilling operations at the Akkas gas field in Anbar province, a move the Oil Ministry says…

19.01.2026 04:52

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‘National Guard modernisation, deterrence a continuous priority’

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said sustained efforts are under way to ensure the National Guard remains on a continuous path of development, modernisation and strengthening, so it can effectively fulfill its mission and respond to modern demands and challenges. In an interview published on Sunday in Phileleftheros, Palmas referred to the strengthening of the National […]

19.01.2026 04:24

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Bottom side Wolves hold Newcastle to draw to extend unbeaten run

Bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers snapped Newcastle United’s three-match Premier League winning streak in a 0-0 stalemate on Sunday, as the embattled hosts went unbeaten in five straight matches, including four league games, for the first time this season. Newcastle kept the ball to pressure the hosts with crosses, and it almost paid off in the […]

18.01.2026 18:13

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XRP traders are rotating into a new DeFi coin under $0.1, analysts explain why

A noticeable shift is taking place as XRP traders start looking beyond large-cap moves and into smaller DeFi coins priced under $0.10. Analysts tracking this rotation point to one clear target: Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new DeFi project sitting at $0.04 in presale with a confirmed $0.06 launch price, offering a clean entry range before […]

18.01.2026 18:10

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New details emerge on extortion claims before Larnaca police HQ brawl

New details have emerged about the events leading up to Saturday’s violent brawl and gunshots fired outside Larnaca police headquarters, with police issuing four arrest warrants in connection with the case. The warrants concern three foreign nationals and a 48-year-old Cypriot, who was arrested at hospital where he was taken injured following the incident. A […]

18.01.2026 18:06

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Call for joint action as organised crime concerns grow in Larnaca

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris on Sunday stressed the need for close cooperation between the state, local authorities and civil society to address what he described as a “crisis” linked to the rise of organised crime. Speaking in Larnaca after a meeting with Larnaca mayor Andreas Vyras and the leadership of the local police, Fitiris said […]

18.01.2026 17:47

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Diabetes drugs could treat Alzheimer’s but ‘timing is key’

By Athena Vlachou Drugs used to treat metabolic disorders, such as Type 2 diabetes, alleviate symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease in mice, a study led by the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) shows, but the timing and length of treatment may be key to achieving comparable results in humans. The August 2025 study, published […]

18.01.2026 17:47

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Alzheimer’s is a quiet but deadly thief. At first, it’s almost polite

Alzheimer’s is one of the most painful diseases to witness, not only because of what it does to the person who has it, but because of what it does to the people who love them. It is a disease that arrives quietly, almost politely at first. A forgotten word. A misplaced memory. A moment of […]

18.01.2026 17:46

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Undermining independent institutions in the US and Cyprus

Donald Trump has continued his aggressive tactics well into the second week in January. After the military coup in Venezuela and the unrelenting push to take over Greenland, he has moved on to a coup of a different kind, that of controlling the US Federal Reserve (Fed). Last Sunday the Fed received grand jury subpoenas […]

18.01.2026 17:16

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At least 5,000 dead in Iran unrest, official says, as judiciary hints at executions

At least 5,000 people have been killed in protests in Iran, including about 500 security personnel, an Iranian official in the region said on Sunday, citing verified figures and accusing “terrorists and armed rioters” of killing “innocent Iranians”. Nationwide protests erupted on December 28 over economic hardship and swelled over two weeks into widespread demonstrations […]

18.01.2026 17:06

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Cyprus and the Schengen zone: what it means and why it matters

The relationship between Cyprus and Schengen has been debated for years, yet it remains widely misunderstood. While Cyprus is a member of the European Union, it is not part of the Schengen zone — a distinction that has practical, political and legal consequences for the island. Often referred to as the Cyprus Schengen debate, the […]

18.01.2026 17:05

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‘Who cares?’: Potapova shrugs off copycat claims over nationality switch post

Anastasia Potapova on Sunday played down fans’ reactions over similarities between the announcement of her nationality switch and that of fellow Russian-born player Daria Kasatkina, saying there was nothing wrong with borrowing “perfect words”. In December, the world number 55 switched international allegiance to Austria and posted about it on social media, with sharp-eyed fans […]

18.01.2026 16:53

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Pentagon readies 1,500 troops for potential Minnesota deployment, US officials say

The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active-duty soldiers in Alaska to prepare for a possible deployment to Minnesota, the site of large protests against the government’s deportation drive, two U.S. officials told Reuters on Sunday. The army placed the units on prepare-to-deploy orders in case violence in the midwestern state escalates, the officials said, though […]

18.01.2026 16:42

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Court curbs police remand requests after Larnaca shooting brawl

Police appear to have acted hastily under pressure following a serious brawl involving gunfire in Larnaca, an incident that unfolded close to the Larnaca police headquarters, with a district court overturning part of the authorities’ handling of arrests linked to the case. A 48-year-old Cypriot national, known to police from previous cases, was arrested in […]

18.01.2026 16:35

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Astronomers spot white dwarf star creating a colorful shockwave

Astronomers have observed a white dwarf – a highly compact Earth-sized stellar ember – that is creating a colorful shockwave as it moves through space, leaving them searching for an explanation. The highly magnetized white dwarf is gravitationally bound to another star in what is called a binary system. The white dwarf is siphoning gas […]

18.01.2026 16:30

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Nationwide operation targets illegal residents

A nationwide operation targeting people residing illegally in Cyprus has been underway since Sunday morning, with authorities already making dozens of arrests, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said. According to a statement, “as part of ongoing campaigns, more than 30 undocumented foreigners were arrested today, and actions are being taken for their immediate deportation.” Fitiris emphasised […]

18.01.2026 16:02

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Legends, folk tales and nature-inspired sounds

Music compositions from Cyprus, its legends, Norwegian folk tales and beyond are coming soon as the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra continues its winter programme. A new series of concerts has been announced for February, reaching audiences in Larnaca, downtown Nicosia, Paphos and Dali. Kickstarting next month’s CySO evenings is the Chamber Music 4 concert on February […]

18.01.2026 15:30

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The old town mural that reflects ‘the social net’ of Nicosia

A huge, 38-metre wall mural has just been completed on Trikoupi street in old Nicosia – the latest step in the ongoing project to re-brand and rejuvenate the walled city. Trikoupi, in particular, heading north from Ochi roundabout (and known for a large migrant population, with Omeriye Mosque just down the road), has become almost […]

18.01.2026 15:28

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Cyprus’ participation in Gaza Peace Board ‘carries no financial obligations’

Cyprus’ potential participation in the US-led Peace Council for Gaza does not entail any financial commitments or payments by the Republic, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said. In a statement to the Cyprus News Agency, Letymbiotis said President Nikos Christodoulides received an official invitation from the US President for Cyprus to join the Peace Board for […]

18.01.2026 15:21

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Alcaraz swats aside Walton as career Grand Slam bid begins in Melbourne

Carlos Alcaraz kicked off his latest bid for a career Grand Slam by dismantling unseeded Australian Adam Walton 6-3 7-6(2) 6-2 in the first round of the Australian Open on Sunday, as the world number one showcased the power and precision befitting a player chasing history. The 22-year-old Spaniard, who can eclipse Don Budge and […]

18.01.2026 14:46

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Planetarium Cyprus: what to know about the island’s first planetarium

Interest in astronomy and space science has grown steadily in recent years, and with it the search for a planetarium in Cyprus. The opening of the Cyprus Planetarium in 2023 marked a significant step for science education, research and astrotourism on the island, offering visitors a new way to explore the universe through immersive and […]

18.01.2026 14:42

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Portugal votes in tight presidential race with far right poised to reach runoff

Portuguese voters queued at polling stations on Sunday to elect a new president, with opinion surveys showing three candidates, including the leader of the far-right Chega party, nearly tied for a spot in a likely top-two runoff. In the five decades since Portugal threw off its fascist dictatorship, a presidential election has only once before […]

18.01.2026 14:40

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Danilovic makes epic comeback to knock out Venus Williams at Australian Open

Olga Danilovic pulled off a stunning comeback from 4-0 down in the deciding set to beat Venus Williams 6-7(5) 6-3 6-4 at the Australian Open on Sunday, knocking the American veteran out in the first round. Williams, 45, looked primed to win her first Grand Slam match since a first-round victory at Wimbledon in 2021 […]

18.01.2026 14:08

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Three drink-driving crashes reported overnight in Nicosia and Paphos

Three road collisions linked to drink-driving were recorded overnight in the districts of Nicosia and Paphos, police said on Sunday. No serious injuries were reported, though several drivers were arrested. According to the police, the first collision occurred at around 7.30pm on Saturday on Demokratias avenue in Ayios Dometios, Nicosia. A car driven by a […]

18.01.2026 13:28

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