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Israeli airstrike kills two in Gaza

An Israeli airstrike killed at least two Palestinians in Gaza on Wednesday, local health authorities said, in what the military said was a retaliatory attack on a Hamas militant that was launched after its troops had come under fire. Medical officials did not immediately identify the people killed. They said several people were also wounded […]

07.01.2026 21:37

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Liquid ecstasy linked to Larnaca poisonings

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death of a 78-year-old man and the poisoning of four others in Larnaca are ongoing with police on Wednesday saying that traces of liquid ecstasy were found at the home of the deceased. As part of the investigation, police took several samples from the 78-year-old’s home for laboratory testing, […]

07.01.2026 21:11

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US proposes to help airlines avoid consumer protection fines

The US Transportation Department is proposing to revise its guidance to deemphasize imposing civil fines on airlines that violate consumer protection rules and to drop Biden-era policies that toughened enforcement. The department’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection cited an executive order issued by President Donald Trump in February, saying its enforcement focus “will be on […]

07.01.2026 20:32

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Son of slain Hollywood filmmaker Rob Reiner assigned new defense team

A high-profile defense lawyer representing the son of slain Hollywood filmmaker Rob Reiner against charges that he murdered his parents abruptly withdrew from the case on Wednesday and was replaced, for the time being, by a public defender. The surprise change in defense attorneys unfolded at a court hearing where Nick Reiner, 32, had been […]

07.01.2026 20:12

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Three live jazz evenings this week in downtown Nicosia

Celebrating its new location in downtown Nicosia (Phaneromenis Street), Sarah’s Jazz & Blues Club has a packed month this January. Starting this Thursday, the Marios Toumbas Trio will perform live at the jazz bar every Thursday evening. Pianist Marios Toumbas is set to return weekly to Sarah’s Jazz Club with long-time friends, collaborators and Berklee […]

07.01.2026 19:18

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Fitiris announces new prison facilities and guards in planned reform

New prisons are to be constructed on the outskirts of Nicosia, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris announced on Wednesday, confirming that plans to expand the existing central prisons have been suspended. Fitiris made the announcement following his fourth visit to the central prisons in less than a month but did not specify the exact location of […]

07.01.2026 19:16

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Zelenskiy presses EU membership as Cyprus takes over EU Council presidency

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Wednesday pressed allies for ironclad security guarantees against any renewed Russian attack while also seeking progress on EU membership talks and tougher sanctions on Moscow. Zelenskiy met President Nikos Christodoulides in Nicosia as Cyprus took over the European Union’s rotating presidency, which runs for six months. “We are working to […]

07.01.2026 19:14

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Messi eyes owning a club after playing days are done

MLS superstar Lionel Messi wants to follow in the footsteps of Inter Miami’s David Beckham and become a club owner after he hangs up his boots. The 38-year-old Argentina legend, who is signed with Miami through 2028, said he prefers ownership over coaching as his second act. “I don’t see myself as a coach,” the […]

07.01.2026 19:14

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Greece offers farmers cheaper fuel, damage cover in bid to end blockades

Greece promised farmers cheaper fuel and full compensation for future output losses on Wednesday in a last-ditch effort to persuade them to end demonstrations that have disrupted travel and hit some businesses. Farmers have stationed thousands of tractors and trucks across Greece since late last year, obstructing major highways and intermittently blocking border crossings to […]

07.01.2026 19:11

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Olympic Flame reaches Bologna one month before Winter Games

The Olympic torch made its way through heavy snow to reach the northern Italian city of Bologna, with just a month to go until the start of the Milano Cortina Winter Games. The flame began its journey across Italy from Rome a month ago and has been to the islands of Sardinia and Sicily, as […]

07.01.2026 18:53

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Opening ceremony of Cyprus’ presidency of the EU Council

The heads of state, government and European institutions are currently being welcomed at the Thoc theatre in Nicosia by President Nikos Christodoulides, and the First Lady, Philippa Karsera, for the opening ceremony of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU. The secretary-general of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, and his wife Laila […]

07.01.2026 18:36

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Analysts compare a new $0.04 DeFi Crypto to early Ethereum (ETH)

Ethereum’s early years are a reference point for how quickly a crypto asset can reprice once real usage starts building. ETH began as a new on-chain platform with limited access and a small market footprint, then expanded into the foundation for DeFi and a large part of today’s on-chain economy. In 2026, analysts are drawing […]

07.01.2026 18:10

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Lebanese President Aoun in Cyprus for EU presidency

President Nikos Christodoulides held a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia ahead of the opening ceremony of Cyprus’ EU Council presidency on Wednesday. “It is our fifth meeting since your election, which is a clear indication not only of our personal friendship but also of the level of relations […]

07.01.2026 18:04

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Pony dies at Christmas event, Animal Party calls for investigation

The Cyprus Animal Party has made serious allegations following the death of a pony during a Christmas event, citing a lack of checks and investigations by the competent authorities. According to the party’s complaint, individuals transported two ponies to Prastio Kellakiou, following a decision by the community council, for festive activities held on December 12 […]

07.01.2026 18:03

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Tio Ellinas signed by Quanloop racing for triple Porsche programme in 2026

Quanloop EST1 Racing has signed Cypriot driver Tio Ellinas to a full triple Porsche programme for the 2026 season, marking Cyprus’ return to representation across multiple Porsche championships. Ellinas will contest the Porsche Sprint Challenge Southern Europe, Porsche Carrera Cup Benelux and Porsche Carrera Cup France, racing in the ‘Pro’ category in all three series. […]

07.01.2026 17:17

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Christodoulides hosts Ukraine meeting ahead of EU presidency ceremony

Just a couple of hours before Cyprus officially assumes the EU presidency on Wednesday, Nikos Christodoulides hosted a meeting at the presidential palace with the participation of the presidents of the European Commission and the EU council, Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, with Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenskiy. The only topic on the agenda […]

07.01.2026 16:39

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Airline launches new year sale with discounts of up to 26 per cent

Budget airline Wizz Air has announced the launch of its new year’s sale, offering discounted fares of up to 26 per cent on 5 million seats across its network for a limited time. The airline confirmed that the promotion applies across the WIZZ network, covering multiple routes operated by the carrier. The sale marks the […]

07.01.2026 16:07

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Patient airlifted from merchant ship south of Limassol

A patient was airlifted from a merchant vessel on Wednesday by the rescue coordination centre in Larnaca. The operation was launched at 11.45am when the vessel was sailing around 90 nautical miles south of Limassol. A helicopter from the 460th medical squadron of the national guard was deployed to carry out the evacuation. A specialised […]

07.01.2026 16:06

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UN’s Diagne arrives in New York to brief security council

United Nations special representative in Cyprus Khassim Diagne has arrived in New York and is set to brief the security council regarding the state of affairs on the island, according to reports on Wednesday. The Cyprus News Agency reported that Diagne will first brief representatives of countries which contribute soldiers and police to the UN’s […]

07.01.2026 15:53

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Restaurant review: Sunday roast hard to improve on

With the winter weather bringing colder temperatures, our craving for warm, hearty dishes increases. Nothing says winter food more than a traditional roast dinner. It has been ages since we went out for a roast. For transparency, I am not a huge fan, as very often a carvery buffet can be lukewarm, or if a […]

07.01.2026 15:30

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‘The promise that remains’: BAF residency scheme sees first group show

The Beauty Line Art Foundation (BAF) presents the group exhibition “The promise that remains”, which is opening in the heart of Nicosia as the culmination of a two-month residency programme implemented in the Foundation’s studios. The exhibition emerged from the open call “You promised me love” and turns its gaze not to the promise itself, […]

07.01.2026 15:19

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UN Cyprus good offices budget to be cut by more than a third

The budget of the United Nations’ good offices in Cyprus is to be cut by more than a third this year, with the proposed budget for next year $1.2 million (€1m) smaller than that of last year, the Cyprus Mail understands. Sources from the UN said the new budget constitutes a 37.7 per cent reduction […]

07.01.2026 15:05

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Vehicle road tax renewals close March 11

Vehicle road tax renewals have officially opened, with the final deadline set for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at midnight. Licences can be renewed for three, six, nine, or twelve months. The Road Transport Department has warned that renewals submitted after the deadline will incur a €10 surcharge plus 10 per cent of the registration fee […]

07.01.2026 14:51

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Assault allegation against Disy MP Sykas reportedly withdrawn

A complaint of assault filed against Disy MP Nikos Sykas by his own wife has allegedly been withdrawn, local media reported on Wednesday. The complaint had been filed on January 4 with Limassol police and concerned an alleged incident of violence while the couple were in Athens over the new year period. Following the report, […]

07.01.2026 14:44

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