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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 10:01

Fraud suspect arrested in Belgium arrives in Cyprus

A 53-year-old man arrested in Belgium in April after a European arrest warrant was put out in his name by the Cypriot authorities, who suspect he was behind a case of fraud and money laundering, has been extradited to Cyprus and was re-arrested by the Cypriot police upon his arrival, the police said on Friday. […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 10:00

Outdoor summer cinema returns to Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation

The heart of old Nicosia will once again transform into an open-air cinema, offering free film nights to all. As the Faneromeni26 Arts Festival returns, the courtyard of the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation gets ready to host unique productions and films in association with The Friends of Cinema Society. The cinema series begins on […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 09:56

Paphos man arrested for firing shots at house

A 36-year-old man was arrested after having fired shots at a house in the Paphos district, the police said on Friday. The shots had been fired at a house in which a couple, aged 41 and 37 years old live, at around 3.50am on Wednesday morning, with bullets hitting the building’s wooden front door. Neither […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 09:39

Tourism enters era of last-minute bookings

Cyprus tourism is facing a profound transformation that is reshaping the entire structure of the market. The period when holidays were booked months ahead of summer, allowing businesses to forecast the season with relative certainty, appears to belong to the past. In its place, a different model is emerging, one in which travelers are making […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 09:38

Today’s weather: Sunny again, hot weather continues

Friday’s weather will be mostly sunny across most of the island, with temperatures set to rise to 37 degrees Celsius inland, 29 degrees Celsius on the west and southwest coasts, 32 degrees Celsius on the rest of the coasts, and 30 degrees Celsius in the mountains. Overnight, the skies will remain largely clear, though a […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 08:52

UN halts escort of ships through Hormuz after vessel comes under attack

The U.N. International Maritime Organization paused its operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after a vessel reported an attack, reigniting concerns about whether a preliminary deal to end the Iran war will hold. The cargo ship said it was hit close to Oman by a projectile, British navy agency UKMTO […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 08:20

Christoforou takes on wider YoungShip role

Andreas Christoforou has been re-elected to the YoungShip International Board and appointed Regional Representative for Southern Europe, in a move that strengthens Cyprus’ presence within the global network for young maritime professionals.  The appointment marks a broader international role for Christoforou, who previously served as president of YoungShip Cyprus and has been closely involved in efforts to support, connect and promote the next generation of shipping […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 08:19

Hormuz evacuation pauses, again, as danger refuses to pause

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has temporarily suspended its evacuation plan for vessels trapped in the Persian Gulf after an attack on a merchant ship in the Gulf of Oman, raising fresh concerns for seafarers, shipowners and major maritime centres such as Cyprus and Greece.  The UN shipping agency said the decision was taken after a vessel that had passed through […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 08:07

Michelin plant closure points to wider tyre market squeeze

French tyre maker Michelin will close its BFGoodrich plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, by the end of 2028, affecting around 1,200 workers, as global tyre manufacturers continue to adjust to weaker demand, underused capacity and intensifying competition.  The company said production at the site will be reduced in phases from early 2027, with almost all BFGoodrich output transferred to its plant in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Michelin said […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 08:05

Venezuela races to rescue hundreds trapped in rubble after major twin earthquakes

Hundreds of people in Venezuela were trapped under rubble and many more remained unaccounted for on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes devastated areas in and around the capital Caracas, killing hundreds, damaging buildings and leaving thousands homeless. A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck about 160 km (100 miles) west of Caracas on Wednesday evening, followed less […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 08:02

Climate extremes threaten Mediterranean agricultural and tourism sectors

Researchers link climate events to regional economic output Extreme heat waves and droughts are increasingly threatening economic growth across the European Union, with the agricultural sector in regions such as Cyprus facing substantial risks from compounding climate shocks, a new study published by the European Central Bank (ECB) has revealed. The research, which analysed 1,117 […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 08:01

Group D: Turkey’s win over hosts USA not enough, Australia’s point against Paraguay sees them advance

Turkey beat altered U.S. lineup with last-minute goal in group finale Kaan Ayhan scored on almost the last kick of the match in the eighth minute of second-half stoppage time as Turkey stunned a makeshift U.S. team 3-2 in Inglewood, Calif., on Thursday in the final World Cup Group D match. Ayhan was in front of the net to […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 07:40

Resilient tourism and corporate lending fuel growth for banking sector, says UBS

Greek lenders, some of which also operational in Cyprus, remain on course for strong growth despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and concerns over the tourism season, with UBS saying that resilient tourism trends and continued corporate lending expansion are supporting the sector’s outlook. In a recently published piece of analysis, the findings of […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: real estate, tourism, seafarers, CySEC, customs duty, fuel

Construction prices for new residential buildings in Cyprus climbed to their highest level on record in 2025, according to new Eurostat data, reflecting a broader increase in building costs across the European Union over the past decade. The numbers were published in the 2026 edition of Eurostat’s Key Figures on European Business, which brings together data on business activity, investment, productivity, […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 07:30

Prioritising access to low-impact fishers for the benefit of coastal communities

Interview with Executive Director and Vice President of Oceana in Europe Vera Coelho Cyprus is hosting a high-level conference today on strengthening the role of islands and coastal communities across the EU. What would be your message to the Cyprus government and other EU leaders? Cyprus is on the frontline of the impacts of climate […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 07:00

EU green bond oversight tightens with new reviewer list

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), acting as the financial markets regulator and supervisor for the European Union (EU), has published the official register of firms authorised to act as external reviewers of European Green Bonds. External reviewers are considered essential in ensuring that the proceeds from European Green Bonds are allocated strictly in […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 06:00

IATA urges action as aircraft supply chain failures cost airlines $11bn

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has identified four priorities to tackle persistent failures in the aerospace supply chain, warning that delivery delays, parts shortages and constrained maintenance capacity are continuing to disrupt airline operations and raise costs.  The priorities were presented at the inaugural IATA World Maintenance and Engineering Symposium in Madrid, where the association called for stronger supply chain […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 05:10

Netherlands cruise past Tunisia, Sweden draw with Japan to keep their World Cup alive

Netherlands cruise past Tunisia to clinch top spot, set up Morocco clash The Netherlands breezed into the World Cup knockouts as Group F winners with a commanding 3-1 victory over Tunisia on a rain-soaked Thursday, capitalising on another poor display from their hapless opponents to set up a round-of-32 clash with Morocco. A thunderstorm warning […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 04:25

Limassol set to launch smart parking system in early July

Limassol is preparing to launch its new smart parking system in early July as installation work continues across the city centre. The project is intended to modernise parking management, improve traffic flow and make it easier for drivers to find available spaces in some of the city’s busiest areas. First announced by the Limassol municipality […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 04:20

Our View: Ministers show bravery in taking on civil service sick leave cheats

We do not often hear politicians speak critically of the abuse of rights by public servants. It was therefore a very pleasant surprise to hear two ministers bring up the abuses of sick leave by public employees, which they had discussed at a meeting on Monday. After the meeting, Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas said there […]

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Kıbrıs 26.06.2026 02:01

Group E: Ecuador stuns Germany, Ivory Coast advance with 2-0 over Curacao

Ecuador through to round of 32 with stunning comeback win over Germany A 77th-minute goal from Gonzalo Plata gave Ecuador a 2-1 victory over Germany in East Rutherford, N.J., on Thursday to help the side advance to the round of 32 in dramatic fashion. Germany (2-1-0, 6 points) had clinched Group E entering the final […]

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Kıbrıs 25.06.2026 23:03

UN pauses Hormuz evacuation plan after ship reports attack

The U.N. International Maritime Organization paused its operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after a vessel reported an attack, reigniting fears over a preliminary deal to end the Iran war. The cargo ship said it was hit close to Oman by a projectile, British navy agency UKMTO said, hours after […]

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Kıbrıs 25.06.2026 21:24

Kombos: Cyprus ‘not organising’ Gaza Executive Board meeting

The government on Thursday again sought to distance itself from the upcoming meeting in Cyprus of the Gaza Executive Board, with Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos stressing that the island is merely the venue for the gathering. The Executive Board will hold a two-day summit in Cyprus next week – on June 30 and July 1. […]

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Kıbrıs 25.06.2026 20:28

Nurses shortage prompts proposal to hire non-EU nationals

Cyprus faces a dearth of nurses at state hospitals, the health minister said on Thursday, proposing that one quick fix could be to hire people from non-EU countries. Speaking in parliament, Neofytos Charalambides revealed that state hospitals in total have a shortage of about 600 nursing staff. “Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system,” […]

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