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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 10:03

Columbia Confectionery donates €3K to Agios Stephanos Foundation

Columbia Confectionery, a member of Columbia Restaurants, has donated €3,000 to the Agios Stefanos Foundation in Limassol, following the strong public response to its Christmas collection “Nutcracker Christmas”, transforming the collection’s commercial success into a meaningful social contribution. The donation was presented by Constantinos Christodoulou, Brand Manager of Columbia Confectionery, in support of the Foundation’s […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 10:00

Cyprus-based Zubr Capital firm Zing Coach partners with PSG

Zubr Capital portfolio company Zing Coach has partnered with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in a deal running until 2027, bringing AI-powered, player-inspired fitness experiences to one of the world’s largest football fan communities. Under the strategic partnership, according to its statement, the growth equity firm said PSG supporters will gain access to adaptive training programmes through […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 09:54

UNIC ranked among top universities worldwide in six subject areas in 2026

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) has achieved top rankings globally in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject, with notable results across six subject areas. The results position UNIC among leading universities globally and within the European Union: “These are truly outstanding results. Our university has been recognised as one of […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 09:53

One more festival announces will be held in June

It may be winter still, a time of preparation and planning, yet before we know it, we will be launched into the hotter months when events, festivals and street happenings explode. WIP Festival, the Work in Progress Arts & Technology Festival organised by CYENS Centre of Excellence, has just announced that it will make its […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 09:00

Three arrested, 168 booked in overnight police operations

Police operations continued on Sunday night, resulting in three arrests and 168 individuals reported for traffic violations. In Nicosia, a 28-year-old was arrested for assaulting a police officer and causing a disturbance while drunk, and a second person for illegal residence. In Larnaca, a 34-year-old was arrested for bearing a knife and illegal possession of […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 08:50

Paphos mayor’s wife dismisses abuse claims, police probe ongoing

The police have begun an ex officio investigation into information circulating online over the past days regarding the alleged battering of Louisa Andreou, wife of Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos, however Andreou in a statement dismissed the allegations and cited political motives behind the “malice and gossip”. Police spokesman Christodoulos Konsolos told state media that the […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 08:40

Five missing after fire at food factory in central Greece, official says

Five people were missing on Monday after a fire at a food factory near the city of Trikala in central Greece, a fire brigade official told Reuters. The official said 13 people were at the factory when the fire broke out and eight of them had managed to get out of the facility. The official […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 08:00

Cyprus pilots online hub for renewable energy projects

The Energy Ministry has launched a Digital One Stop Shop service for renewable energy sources on a pilot basis to support the energy upgrade of buildings, the Energy Service announced. The new platform was developed to assist property owners, professionals and interested stakeholders involved in building renovations and energy efficiency improvements. The digital service provides […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 07:56

Trump administration defends killing American in Minneapolis, contradicts videos

Officials in U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration defended on Sunday the fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by immigration agents in Minneapolis, even as video evidence contradicted their version of events and astensions grew between local law enforcement and federal officers. As residents visited a makeshift shrine of flowers and candles in frigid temperatures and […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 07:55

Police respond to emergency call for injured toddler

Police officers on Sunday responded to an emergency call by a couple who requested help to safely take their toddler to hospital, after a fall. The police received a call from the father just after 1pm on Sunday and accompanied the parents and the two-and-a-half-year-old girl to Nicosia general hospital. The girl had slipped and […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 07:35

Monday overcast, snow on Troodos 17cm

The week starts off overcast with 17cm of snow on Troodos’ peak. Temperatures on Monday are expected to reach 17C inland, 19C along the coast and 10C in the highest mountains. Winds will be a northeast to southeast gentle to moderate breeze of 3 to 4 Beaufort, and locally a moderate to fresh breeze of […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 07:30

Telecom firms scale up investment in AI infrastructure to meet demand

Telecom operators worldwide are scaling capital investment in AI infrastructure, amid surging demand for AI compute capacity and sovereignty requirements that favour local providers and homegrown solutions. According to a new report from Omdia titled Telcos’ Strategic Investments in AI Infrastructure, this shift is creating new growth avenues for telecommunications companies. National and regional initiatives, […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 07:00

Smartphone market grows despite memory shortage crisis

Global smartphone shipments increased by 2.3 per cent year-over-year to 336.3 million units in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation. Despite the memory shortage crisis in the final quarter of the year, the market was supported by sustained premium growth, strong momentum in foldables, and accelerated pull-in […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 06:30

Handover of anti-money laundering powers marks major EU milestone

The European Banking Authority (EBA) and the Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism have completed the transfer of all AML/CFT mandates and functions. This handover marks a significant milestone in the European Union’s fight against financial crime and concludes the stand-alone mandate held by the banking authority since 2020. The transition […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 06:10

Alpha Bank impact study highlights gains in financial literacy

Alpha Bank’s IQonomy initiative delivered measurable social value in 2024 by strengthening financial literacy among vulnerable groups, according to social impact measurement studies conducted by HIGGS. The studies assessed the implementation of four educational programmes during 2024, drawing on qualitative and quantitative data collected through interviews and online questionnaires involving partner NGOs, Alpha Bank and […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 06:00

Ferry fares rise as carbon emissions trading takes financial toll

Greek shipping companies are facing significant financial strain following the implementation of the European Emissions Trading System, with costs already being passed on to passengers through higher ticket prices. According to Greek business outlet Newmoney, these surcharges are being felt most acutely on high-demand routes such as the Piraeus to Crete line and Adriatic Sea […]

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Kıbrıs 26.01.2026 04:24

Is Cyprus a Mecca for influencers?

Cyprus has long been a safe haven for international businesses, benefitting from one of Europe’s lowest corporate tax rates which has only recently risen to 15 per cent. The relatively low tax rate has in recent years drawn an increased number of digital content creators from across the globe to relocate to the island, but […]

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Kıbrıs 25.01.2026 20:52

Man Utd stun leaders Arsenal to open up title race

Manchester United loosened Arsenal’s grip on the Premier League title race with a 3-2 win in north London on Sunday thanks to stunning second-half goals by Patrick Dorgu and Matheus Cunha. Victory would have restored Arsenal’s seven-point lead over chasers Manchester City and Aston Villa, both of whom won this weekend, but Mikel Arteta’s side […]

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Kıbrıs 25.01.2026 18:10

Mutuum Finance (MUTM) price prediction: Analysts outline a path toward $1 by 2027

Price prediction discussions tend to intensify when a project sits at the intersection of low valuation, visible progress, and a clearly defined roadmap. That is the position Mutuum Finance (MUTM) currently occupies. Analysts following early-stage DeFi projects are increasingly outlining scenarios where MUTM’s structure, timing, and rollout strategy support a longer-term path toward the $1 […]

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Kıbrıs 25.01.2026 16:40

Restoring surgeons’ sense of touch with robotic fingertips

Researchers are developing robotic “fingertips” that could give surgeons back their sense of touch during minimally invasive and robotic operations. By Anthony King Modern surgery has gone from long incisions to tiny cuts guided by robots and AI. In the process, however, surgeons have lost something vital: the chance to feel inside the body directly. […]

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Kıbrıs 25.01.2026 16:34

Global political shift cannot be explained by Trump alone

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Western leaders were again confronted with Donald Trump’s “imperial” disregard for diplomatic norms. His remarks about Nato allied territory of Greenland becoming his own raised fresh concerns about his respect for international law and the cohesion of Nato.  Yet this shift in political culture cannot be explained by Trump […]

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Kıbrıs 25.01.2026 15:59

US storm leaves 500,000 without power, forces thousands of flight cancellations

More than 500,000 customers in the United States as far west as Texas were without power and more than 9,600 flights were expected to be canceled on Sunday ahead of a monster winter storm that threatened to paralyze eastern states with heavy snowfall. Forecasters said snow, sleet, freezing rain and dangerously frigid temperatures would sweep […]

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Kıbrıs 25.01.2026 15:51

The Cypriot art of being shocked by what we already know

Footage recorded by a hidden camera surfaces on X and spreads rapidly. It shows three Cypriot men discussing campaign financing and the alleged evasion of sanctions with apparent ease: a serving government official, a former one, and the CEO of a major construction and real estate group. Public shock follows, along with cries of scandal.  Political parties rush to […]

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Kıbrıs 25.01.2026 15:34

Cyprus olive oil losing out to patchy EU regulations

EU regulation for controlling olive oil quality including Cyprus contains serious weaknesses that risk undermining consumer confidence, according to a report by the European Court of Auditors released last week. The findings are particularly resonant for producing countries such as Cyprus, where olive oil quality is often high, yet traceability and marketing remain weak. For […]

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