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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 16:21

Paphos man arrested after child abuse material found

A 41-year-old man was arrested in Paphos on suspicion of offences related to child sexual abuse material, police said on Monday. The investigation began after police received information that a user on an online platform had searched for illegal material involving the sexual abuse of minors. Police said investigators from the cybercrime unit identified the […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 16:02

EU fund opens new route for shipping and port investment

The European Union is moving to create a new financing framework that could channel public and private money into cleaner ships, smarter ports and maritime technology, as Brussels seeks to strengthen Europe’s industrial base in one of its most strategic sectors.  The proposed European Competitiveness Fund (ECF), part of the EU’s next long-term budget for 2028-2034, is designed to simplify access […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:52

Cyprus bank deposits hit €58 billion after monthly increase

Cyprus’ banking sector recorded higher deposits and stronger lending in May 2026, according to figures by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) covering deposits and loans at monetary financial institutions. Total deposits registered a net increase of €343.8 million in May, reversing the net decline of €123.1 million recorded in April. The year-on-year growth rate […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:47

Erdogan says NATO summit must emphasise unity and resilience

Turkey expects next month’s NATO summit in Ankara to emphasise alliance unity, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday, calling for the lifting of restrictions on defence trade and for Ankara’s involvement in initiatives to bolster European security. Ankara will host 32 NATO leaders, as well as officials from the alliance’s partners in the Gulf and […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:42

I’m not a trader, but I’ve started earning passive income every day through MoneySimpler

If, a year ago, someone had told me: “You can earn daily passive income without having to constantly monitor the trading market“ I definitely won’t believe it. In my mind, investing meant constantly researching the market, analyzing trends, and seeking the right moments to buy or sell. The first thing I did upon waking up […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:35

Five people dead in shooting in northern Germany

Five people are dead after a shooting in the northern German town of Stade, and a male suspect has been detained, police said on Monday. The motive is currently unclear, they added. Local media reported that the incident had taken place in a youth centre in central Stade, a town of just below 50,000 people […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:30

Is Cyprus ready for biohacking?

Cold plunges, sleep tracking, personalised nutrition, high tech therapies. These are all things that were exclusive to professional athletes but tech gurus have become part of a broader shift towards “health optimisation”. This practice falls under the term biohacking and promises better energy, enhanced recovery and long-term wellbeing. However, with the global trend catching on […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:27

Cyprus faces major labour gaps in tech and tourism sectors

Cyprus recorded 63 occupations with labour shortages and 11 with labour surpluses in 2024, according to the EURES Labour Shortages and Surpluses Report 2025, which persistent gaps across the technology, tourism and healthcare sectors. The report, published on Monday, shows that labour shortages in Cyprus span a wide range of professions, with the most severe […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:25

Oceana urges EU to back small-scale fishermen

Oceana urged EU leaders to enhance support for low-impact fishermen via the upcoming Ocean Act on Monday, saying this is essential for safeguarding coastal communities and marine ecosystems. Following the high-level conference on islands and coastal communities held in Paphos last week, Oceana urged the EU to prioritise small-scale fishermen’s access to coastal waters over […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:16

Cyprus marks Asteroid Day

Cyprus is marking Asteroid Day with events on Monday and Tuesday as part of the worldwide programme organised by the Luxembourg-based Asteroid Day Foundation to raise awareness of asteroids, planetary defence and international cooperation in space science. The events have been organised by Kition Planetarium and Observatory, the national coordinator for Asteroid Day in Cyprus, […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 15:06

Cabinet set to name Mafia State investigators

The government will announce the appointment of criminal investigators to examine the findings of the Mafia State affair as soon as possible, possible after Wednesday’s cabinet meeting, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Monday. He assured that investigators would be appointed to examine the findings of the anti-corruption authority’s report “as soon as possible.” Wednesday’s […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 14:49

Fire breaks out at Aradippou fridge factory

A fire broke out at a factory in the Aradippou industrial area on Monday shortly after 2.15pm, triggering a large-scale response from emergency services. The fire brigade was dispatched to the scene, where the blaze affected a factory producing refrigerators. Authorities said crews were working to bring the fire under control while carrying out precautionary […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 14:49

Dr. David Robinson on LASIK vs. PRK

When people start seriously considering life without glasses or contact lenses, two procedures usually come up first: LASIK and PRK. Both are well-established forms of laser vision correction that can reduce dependence on corrective lenses and significantly improve vision. However, they differ in how the surgeon performs the procedure, and they are not always recommended […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 14:42

Hadjiandreou sworn in as Aglandjia deputy mayor

Andri Hadjiandreou was sworn in Monday as Aglandjia’s new deputy mayor following her victory in Sunday’s election. The ceremony took place at Nicosia district government offices. Hadjiandreou beat opponent Prokopis Prokopiou with 55.49 per cent of the vote, or 2,309 votes out of 4,209 cast. The voter turnout was low with an abstention rate of […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 14:35

UK’s likely next leader Burnham commits to existing fiscal rules

Andy Burnham, the Labour lawmaker expected to replace Keir Starmer as British prime minister, said his plans for the country are consistent with the party’s 2024 manifesto, reiterating his commitment to a series of fiscal rules. The fiscal rules, which include balancing day-to-day spending with tax revenues and reducing debt as a share of output, […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 14:05

Kremlin says Russia’s stance on conditions for a Ukraine peace deal has not changed since 2024

The Kremlin said on Monday that Russia has not changed its stance on the conditions needed for a peace deal in Ukraine since President Vladimir Putin said in 2024 that Kyiv’s forces had to withdraw from four regions Moscow says are its own and publicly drop its plans to join NATO. Putin said in a […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 14:03

University of Limassol celebrates graduation of new generation of scholars

The University of Limassol (UoL) held its annual graduation ceremony on June 26, 2026, in an atmosphere of pride and celebration. Graduates were awarded their degrees, marking the successful completion of an important chapter in their academic journey and the beginning of a new phase in their personal and professional development. Chairman of the UoL […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 14:01

Pakistan forces kill 29 militants in border operation, Kabul says dozens of civilians dead

Pakistan’s security forces killed at least 29 militants in ground and air operations along the Afghanistan border, it said on Monday, while the Afghan Taliban said at least 38 civilians were killed in airstrikes. Sunday’s aerial assault was Pakistan’s second on targets in Afghanistan it said belonged to militants, and threatened to exacerbate an intermittent […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 13:45

Drunk driver arrested after five vehicle crash in Limassol

A 38-year-old man was arrested on Monday after reportedly driving under the influence of alcohol and causing a chain of collisions in central Limassol. The crashes occurred at around 6.20am on Christodoulou Hadjipavlou street when the driver struck a vehicle ahead of him, triggering a collision involving four other vehicles before continuing along the road. […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 13:44

Cyprus industrial production index rises 1.4 per cent in April

Cyprus’ Industrial Production Index rose by 1.4 per cent in April 2026, reaching 113.4 units, according to figures released by the statistical service (Cystat). For the first four months of the year, the index recorded a cumulative increase of 1.6 per cent compared with the corresponding period of 2025.  The figures are calculated using 2021 as the base […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 13:39

Cyprus targets full reliance upon desalination plants by next year

Cyprus expects desalination plants to cover almost all domestic water demand by next year, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou asserted on Monday. Speaking during a visit to the desalination plant at the port of Limassol, Panayiotou said desalination currently supplies around 80 per cent of the country’s drinking water, with additional projects due to come online […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 13:35

Father, stepmother remanded for three days after boys found dead in car

The father and stepmother of the two boys found dead in a car on Sunday in Xylophagou were on Monday remanded for three days pending investigations into the circumstances of their death. The police had requested four-day remand orders, however the British bases court judge issued three-day remands with the possibility of renewing further if […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 13:31

Asylum benefit recipients in Cyprus down by 50 per cent

The number of asylum seekers receiving state rent and food allowances in Cyprus has fallen to around 2,000, as the government pointed to lower illegal migration, reduced welfare spending and faster processing of asylum claims, particularly for Syrian nationals. The deputy migration ministry reported on Monday that the remaining beneficiaries include nationals of Syria, the […]

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Kıbrıs 29.06.2026 13:25

EU ministers discuss worker safety in heat

Protecting workers from extreme heat is among the key issues being discussed on Monday at the EU Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council in Luxembourg, the final meeting under Cyprus’ EU presidency. Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas described the presidency as “a journey of cooperation and joint European effort.” “It was a demanding but […]

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