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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 13:30

The body was never the problem: What we get wrong about obesity

For most of her life, Anna believed what she was taught to believe: That her body was a disappointment; that her size reflected a personal failure; that standing beside her sister who was prettier, slimmer, effortlessly admired made her deficiency visible. In her family, no one needed to say it out loud. The comparison lived […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 13:28

Kombos: congressional contacts key to strengthening Cyprus-US ties

Contacts with US congressional leaders are particularly important in efforts to strengthen relations with the United States, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said in a video statement marking the end of his Washington visit on Wednesday. Kombos referred to meetings with the chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, the chairman and vice chairman of the […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 13:23

Okypy rejects nurses’ claims over heart attack patients

The state health services organisation (Okypy) on Wednesday said allegations by Pasydy union nurses’ branch that inadequate staffing at Nicosia general hospital led to two patients suffering a heart attack “do not correspond to reality”. The union’s general secretary Savvas Iacovou said two patients admitted through the accident and emergency department were not transferred to […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 13:17

Drone footage shows TNT in place on day it went missing

Drone footage taken at the shooting range in the village of Kalo Chorio last Thursday shows the 13.6 kilograms of TNT in place shortly before it was reported missing, according to reports on Wednesday. News website Alpha reported that the footage shows the TNT in place at around 2pm on Thursday, and that as such, […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 13:06

New arms race looms as clock ticks down on last Russia-US nuclear treaty

The last nuclear treaty between Russia and the United States is due to expire within hours, raising the risk of a new arms race in which China will also play a key role. The web of arms control deals negotiated in the decades since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, considered the closest the world ever […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 13:00

Water cuts loom as reserves running low

The possibility of water cuts during the summer is real, as reserves are still low and demand is growing, agriculture ministry permanent secretary Andreas Gregoriou said on Wednesday. Gregoriou said that cutting water every other day, as press reports suggested, did “not seem reasonable”, but pointed out he was not an expert and could not […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 12:55

Pasta, pizza popular as Winter Olympics looks to learn from Paris food issues

nsuring that meals serve as fuel to maximise athletes’ performance shaped everything from menus to kitchen workflows for organisers of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics after the mistakes that sparked criticism at the Paris 2024 Games. About 2,900 athletes from 92 countries are arriving in Italy to take part in the global showpiece event. […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 12:51

Cyprus sees modest improvement in unemployment in January

Registered unemployment in Cyprus eased slightly in January, according to official data, pointing to a gradual improvement in labour-market conditions despite the seasonal pressures typically seen at the start of the year. According to a report released on Wednesday by the Statistical Service (Cystat), the number of unemployed persons registered at district labour offices stood […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 12:49

Arsenal beat Chelsea to reach League Cup final

Arsenal booked their spot in the League Cup final by beating Chelsea 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday thanks to an injury-time goal by former Blues attacker Kai Havertz, sealing an aggregate 4-2 win over their London rivals. After a cagey first hour of the semi-final second leg, with each goalkeeper making only one […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 12:00

Cyprus then and now

The Citizens’ Service Office, Engomi, Nicosia is a gem in the government’s crown of inefficient public service thorns. Your appointment is made by phone, you receive an SMS reminder with a number, parking’s easy, reception takes your details, your number is called saying which desk will provide fast, pleasant and helpful assistance. Leaving, you are […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 11:44

Jumbo outlines 2026 outlook ahead of shareholder meeting

Greek retailer Jumbo Group outlined its long-term strategy and updated investors on sales performance and capital allocation plans ahead of a general meeting of shareholders scheduled for Wednesday. The meeting, to be held at the group’s administrative offices at 4.00 pm, will focus primarily on the approval of an extraordinary cash distribution for 2026, amounting […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 11:43

Valentine weekend at Ayia Napa Marina: movies for singles, couples, families

Inspired by the spirit of love, Ayia Napa Marina invites the public to a cosy two-day experience combining cinema, atmosphere and feel-good vibes. In collaboration with Starlit Screens, it presents Cinema Rendez-vous – Love on Screen, bringing the magic of the big screen indoors and creating a warm, intimate cinematic experience for all ages. Over […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 11:24

Man, woman jailed after arrest with 17kg cannabis

A man and woman were sentenced to 11 and 2.5 years in prison on Tuesday by the Larnaca district court after being found with 17.6kg of cannabis at Larnaca airport in June. The 66-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman, from Italy, who travelled from Spain were arrested at Larnaca airport when the drugs were found […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 11:23

Frederick Research Center, RTD Talos present unique energy storage system

On January 26, 2026, the Frederick Research Center, one of the leading research institutions in Cyprus specialising in areas such as materials science and sustainable engineering, and RTD Talos, a key research and development and innovation player in Cyprus, presented an innovative thermal energy storage system developed within the framework of the “Development of an […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 11:18

Alleged rape victim gives police statement over Paphos mayor

The alleged rape victim linked to a complaint by businessman Theodoros Aristodemou gave a lengthy statement to police on Tuesday in relation to allegations against Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos, police confirmed on Wednesday. The testimony, reported to have lasted some five hours, relates to serious allegations raised by Aristodemou, who has accused the mayor of […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 11:10

First 2026 EKO Smile Challenge hands winner keys to Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e

With a focus on its award-winning “EKO Smile!” application, 2026 sees EKO once again rewarding loyal consumers with a special and reliable contest offering unique prizes. The first EKO Smile Challenge of the year, held on February 2, 2026, as part of the New “EKO Smile!” Competition, saw Andronikos Georgiou walk away with a Mercedes-Benz […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 11:01

10 deported to Syria after Limassol brawl

Ten people have been deported to Syria after their arrests in connection with a mass brawl in Limassol last month, police said on Wednesday. The 10, all Syrian nationals, were among 12 people arrested in connection with the incident, with the police confirming to the Cyprus Mail they have been returned to their country of […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 11:00

Hadjimanolis attends maritime talks in Athens and Alexandria

Cyprus’ Shipping Deputy Minister, Marina Hadjimanolis, departs on Wednesday for a working visit to Athens and Alexandria from February 4 to 9, focusing on high-level maritime diplomacy and the promotion of the Cyprus shipping register. In Athens, Hadjimanolis will take part in a ministerial roundtable at the 16th Annual Capital Link Greek Shipping Forum, alongside […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 10:56

Driver acquitted after serving nearly full sentence

The court of appeal ruled on Tuesday to acquit a driver convicted over a fatal traffic accident in 2019 after finding that the reasoning of the trial court was flawed, despite the defendant having already served almost his full 2.5-year prison sentence. The appeal court set aside the conviction without ordering a retrial, concluding that […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 10:50

Cypriots concerned over future, survey shows

Cypriots are among Europeans increasingly concerned about the future amid increased geopolitical tension and are calling for a more decisive response on behalf of the EU, a Eurobarometer survey published on Wednesday showed. People in the EU are mainly worried over worldwide instability and security, with 80 per cent of Cypriots saying they were mostly […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 10:43

Lane closed on highway near Ayios Tychonas

Traffic on the Nicosia to Limassol highway was disrupted on Wednesday after a traffic accident led to the closure of the left lane near the Ayios Tychonas exit. Police said the lane closure affects vehicles travelling towards Limassol. Drivers are urged to proceed with caution while police attend the scene.

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 10:09

Ex-Prince Andrew leaves Windsor home after latest Epstein revelations

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the brother of King Charles, has moved out of his palatial home, a royal source confirmed on Wednesday, following new damaging revelations about his links to the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The former prince, 65, had hoped to stay at Royal Lodge, his Windsor home of decades, for longer, the Sun newspaper said, […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 10:01

Stelios Haji-Ioannou sets out vision for 2026 Bi-Communal Awards

Entrepreneurship as a bridge for cooperation was placed firmly at the centre of discussions in Nicosia this week, as Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou outlined the vision, philosophy and long-term development of the Stelios Bi-Communal Awards for Business Co-operation in Cyprus. In doing so, the creator and owner of the easy family of brands (www.easy.com and www.easyHistory.info) […]

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Kıbrıs 04.02.2026 10:00

Free screening of Spanish film Deaf

Agios Spyridon Lyceum in Kato Polemidia is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year by inaugurating its Cultural Evenings, a series of events exploring cultural expression as reflected in arts and literature. The programme opens with Cinema at School – Movie Night, taking place in the school’s screening hall this Friday. Admission will be free and […]

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