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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 14:02

From static product images to motion: My Seedance 2.0 E-commerce experience

Most e-commerce businesses have high-quality product photography. They’ve invested in good lighting, professional cameras, and careful composition. Their product images look beautiful. But when it comes to video—the format that drives engagement on modern platforms—many of them stop short. The reason is practical: creating video from those static images feels complicated. You’d need to hire […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 14:02

Paris St Germain’s Hakimi to face trial for rape

Moroccan football player Achraf Hakimi is to face trial for rape, the defender, who plays for Paris St Germain and the Moroccan national squad, said in a social media post on Tuesday. He denies the allegation. “Today, a rape accusation is enough to justify a trial, even though I deny it and everything proves it’s […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 14:02

Cyprus sits in lower half of European wealth rankings

Cyprus sits in the lower half of Europe’s wealth ranking, with average net wealth per adult at €102,315 in 2024, according to the Global Wealth Report 2025 by UBS, reflecting a sharp divide between richer Western economies and much of Eastern Europe. Across 31 European countries, average wealth per adult ranges from €29,923 in Turkey […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 13:59

Cyprus’ youth talk money: Finfluencers, dreams, and the good Life

By Maria Manelova As a final-year student in Cyprus, I am still navigating the confusing world of money management. It’s a constant dilemma! Do we live our student life to the full because we only live once? Or should we stay cautious now to make life easier later? For many of us, the importance of […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 13:54

13,000 animals to be culled as EU experts head to Cyprus over FMD outbreak

Three experts from the European Commission are expected in Cyprus on Tuesday and Wednesday to help deal with the foot and mouth outbreak, while the culling of cows, sheep and goats has begun, with 13,000 animals expected to be put down over the next few days. Senior officer of the Veterinary Services Soteria Georgiades said […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 13:30

‘Open and honest’ leaders’ meeting ends without result

President Nikos Christodoulides described his meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Tuesday as “open and honest”, though no concrete results were achieved. The meeting took place at United Nations special representative Khassim Diagne’s official residence in the buffer zone, but was not under the UN’s auspices. Instead, the pair spoke for the first […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 13:27

Cyprus among top EU nations for buying services from abroad

EU countries imported €3.471 trillion worth of services from non-EU countries during 2024, with Cyprus standing out for its heavy reliance on cross-border supply and the presence of natural persons, according to Eurostat. The figures, drawn from official statistics on international trade in services by modes of supply, show that the bulk of EU service […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 13:16

Cyprus struggles to match university degrees with modern job needs

Cyprus is recalibrating its higher education model, as universities upgrade programmes, expand research structures and strengthen links with industry, while the government increases student sponsorship in a bid to improve access and address labour market gaps. During 2024-2025, both public and private institutions shifted towards a more outward-looking approach, seeking to align academic output with […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:50

One in four Cyprus transport jobs tied to foreign firms

Nearly one in four transport workers in Cyprus is employed by a foreign multinational, double the EU average, according to new figures from Eurostat. Specifically, the European Union’s statistical office reported that 23.8 per cent of transport employment in Cyprus in 2023 was accounted for by companies under foreign-controlled multinational enterprise groups. The figures, drawn […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:34

Cyprus to crack down on influencers over hidden social media adverts

Cyprus is tightening oversight of influencer marketing, as authorities step up inspections to ensure that paid social media promotions are clearly labelled as advertising, in a global market projected to exceed $30 billion in 2025. Once dismissed as a passing trend, influencer marketing has evolved into a dominant advertising channel. Globally, the sector is expected […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:31

CAPSBOLD innovative marketing solutions for businesses in Cyprus

To effectively elevate your brand presence, prioritize understanding your target audience’s behaviour and preferences. Conduct thorough market research to gather insights that inform tailored campaigns. Analyse competitors to identify gaps in their strategies and position your offerings as the superior choice. Leverage a multi-channel approach to increase visibility. Utilise social media platforms for real-time engagement […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:25

Cyprus marks 20 years of global treaty protecting seafarers’ rights

Cyprus marked the 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) on Sunday, with the Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) joining global celebrations as the official representative of the island’s shipping industry. In a statement, the chamber described the convention, which turned 20 on February 23, 2026, as a milestone that has reshaped global shipping […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:19

German union calls nationwide local transport strike for Feb 27, 28

Germany’s Verdi public sector union has called on local transport workers across the country to stage a strike on February 27 and 28 to raise pressure in negotiations on wages and working conditions, it said on Tuesday. Talks on a collective wage agreement affect about 150 bus, tram and local train companies with around 100,000 […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:18

Government to stand by those affected by FMD, says president

The government will support everyone impacted by the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, President Nikos Christodoulides assured the public on Tuesday, adding that exports of halloumi and other dairy products were continuing as usual. Speaking before entering a UN-sponsored meeting in the buffer zone with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman, Christodoulides said the Veterinary Services had […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:12

Avakoum monks’ trial postponed yet again

The court case involving Avakoum monastery monks Nektarios and Porfyrios was postponed once again on Friday and is now scheduled for May 27 at 9am. The adjournment followed a request by the prosecution for additional time to allow both sides to examine the possibility of reducing the indictment and agreeing on certain admissible facts. The […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:11

Stay informed with the Cyprus Mail on Telegram and beyond

Want the latest breaking news, in-depth analysis, and local updates delivered exactly where you want them? We’ve expanded our digital presence to ensure you never miss a beat. Join us on Telegram For the fastest updates and a clutter-free news feed, our Telegram channel is the place to be. Get instant notifications on breaking stories directly to […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 12:00

Book review: Examination of the lives of serial killer’s victims

In December 2010, after seven months searching for missing woman Shannon Gilbert, the remains of four other women were found on Gilgo Beach, Long Island. Each was wrapped in burlap and hidden in the bramble beside the motorway. Melissa Barthelemy, Maureen Brainard-Barnes, Megan Waterman and Amber Overstreet Costello became known as the Gilgo Four. Suffolk […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 11:47

With the support of Lidl Cyprus, the 5th edition of mind REset was completed, awarding the most innovative sustainable ideas

With a firm commitment to sustainable development, this year, the company actively contributed to the implementation of the mind REset programme, giving students the tools to envision and plan for a better future. With an event dedicated to creativity, sustainable thinking and the power of young people to propose solutions for a better tomorrow, the […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 11:22

Dust storms a serious issue for Cyprus solar power

Cyprus is experiencing increasingly frequent and intense dust episodes and, against this backdrop, a new scientific study has quantified their direct impact on solar energy production. The study found that severe dust events can reduce the sunlight reaching photovoltaic (PV) systems, and hence lower electricity production, by more than 20 per cent on otherwise clear-sky […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 11:12

EU approves €44.5m public funding for Limassol football stadium

Cyprus has secured European Commission approval for €44.5 million in public funding for the construction of Limassol’s new football stadium, alongside a 20-year preferential use agreement for three local clubs, according to an official statement. The decision clears the financing granted by the Republic to the Cyprus Sports Organisation (KOA), which owns and manages the […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 11:00

Zelenskiy marks war anniversary vowing to fight on, with Ukraine’s allies divided

Ukraine will not betray the sacrifices made by its people in four years of war just to make peace with Russia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy vowed on Tuesday, as divisions among his key allies overshadowed commemorations of the start of the conflict. European nations had hoped to agree a fresh package of sanctions against Russia as […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 10:50

Wizz Air hits the pause button on all online bookings

Wizz Air on Tuesday announced that it will temporarily suspend access to its booking and digital customer service platforms from 23:00 CET on February 25, 2026 until 08:00 CET on February 26, 2026. According to the announcement, this is due to the airline undertaking a scheduled systems upgrade. The carrier said the planned maintenance forms […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 10:36

FBI’s chief defends beer-soaked Olympic celebration while on Italy trip

FBI Director Kash Patel is defending his weekend beer-soaked locker-room celebration with the victorious U.S. men’s hockey team at the Winter Olympics in Milan, saying he had been in Italy on official business and would pay his own way for personal activities. “Yes, I love America and was extremely humbled when my friends, the newly […]

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Kıbrıs 24.02.2026 10:30

Cyprus does not need to compete with London, says securities expert

With more than a decade of experience in foreign direct investment and over 15 years in securities markets, Ruslan Adilbaev has built his career at the intersection of capital, regulation and emerging opportunity. Founder and owner of ELIDI Securities Ltd since 2016, he has overseen the growth of a Cyprus-based, EU-regulated brokerage serving international investors, […]

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