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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 15:46

Britain sets 87% emissions reduction target by 2040

Britain on Tuesday set a target to cut emissions by around 87% by 2040 from 1990 levels as it increases efforts to meet net zero goals that it says will help to curb energy costs and create jobs, but it has yet to outline how the goal will be met. Reducing carbon emissions would be […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 15:41

‘Jump of the Year’: Armand Duplantis clears 5.50-metre wall of Lidl products

A jump the world has never seen before: Pole vault world record holder Armand “Mondo” Duplantis mastered an extraordinary challenge in Stockholm, living up to the title “Jump of the Year”. Challenged by Lidl, the exceptional athlete and holder of 15 world records did not jump over a traditional bar, but over a 5.50-metre-high, 12-metre-wide […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 15:34

Cyprus second only to Malta as foreign visitors dominate tourist stays

Cyprus remained one of the European Union’s most foreign-dependent tourism markets in the first quarter of 2026, with overseas visitors accounting for 85.6 per cent of all tourist overnight stays, Eurostat data showed on Tuesday. The figure placed Cyprus second in the bloc, behind Malta, where foreign visitors made up 93.3 per cent of overnight […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 15:31

Dam levels almost double those of last year

The water levels in Cypriot dams currently stand at 42.4 per cent, having almost doubled from 21.6 per cent at the same time last year, government data showed on Tuesday. According to the most recent data provided by the water development department (WDD), the highest overall storage levels were recorded in the Nicosia reservoirs. There, […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 15:30

Do morning routines really improve your day?

Early wake ups, daybreak, exercise and mindfulness have turned mornings have taken on a key role in today’s wellness arena. For many, these routines are seen as a way to begin the day with more focus, a better mood, and more productivity. But do these structured mornings actually boost wellbeing, or are they just another […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:58

Farmers agree to accept livestock culling

Farmers’ representatives have agreed to accept the culling of livestock on farms where foot and mouth disease has been detected, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said on Tuesday, following a meeting between farmers’ representatives and the government. She announced the “immediate completion” of livestock culling, which was later clarified to mean that the culling of livestock […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:51

Cyprus receives 48 antiquities repatriated from Greece

Forty-eight Cypriot antiquities dating from the early bronze age to the medieval period have been returned to Cyprus from Greece and were on Tuesday formally handed over to the Cyprus museum. The artefacts, which include pottery and limestone figurines, were presented to Deputy Culture Minister Vasiliki Kassianidou by Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni during an […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:36

Licensed media monitoring in Cyprus: a matter of compliance, credibility, respect for content

On May 12, 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union issued a significant ruling for the media industry (Case C-797/23, Meta Platforms Ireland v. AGCOM). The Court confirmed that EU member states may lawfully require digital platforms to negotiate with, and compensate press publishers for, the use of their content. The ruling marks […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:34

UK police under pressure after dying student was handcuffed

British police faced a backlash on Tuesday over the case of an 18-year-old student who was handcuffed as he lay dying from stab wounds after his killer falsely alleged a racist attack. Henry Nowak died after the knife attack in the southern England city of Southampton in December last year. His murderer Vickrum Digwa, a […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:30

Cyprus sees wave of foreign investment into development properties

Cyprus has quietly become one of the most attractive property markets in the Mediterranean. Its location between Europe and the Middle East, combined with EU membership and a favourable tax environment, has made it a natural landing point for international capital. In recent years, this has translated into a clear surge in development activity and […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:27

Iran studying deal to halt war as stalemate persists

Iran is reviewing a proposed agreement with the United States to halt the war between the two countries, Iran’s Mehr news reported on Tuesday, after U.S. President Donald Trump said talks to reach a deal were continuing. More than three months after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes against Iran, the conflict has hardened into […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:26

Cyprus economy holds steady as GDP grows 3 per cent

Cyprus’ economy grew by 3 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, supported by household spending, exports and activity across key services sectors, preliminary data from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) showed on Tuesday. Gross domestic product (GDP), in real terms and adjusted for seasonal fluctuations and working days, also rose by 0.2 […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:15

Retail sales rise in April, led by fuel, household goods and tech

Retail trade turnover in Cyprus continued to rise in April 2026, with both value and volume indices recording annual increases, according to a report by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Specifically, the Turnover Value Index of Retail Trade, excluding motor vehicles, rose by 5.8 per cent year-on-year in April, reaching 141.0 units, compared with the […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 14:07

Landmark Nicosia welcomes first Sumosan Restaurant in Cyprus

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection by Marriott, owned by MHV Mediterranean Hospitality Venture, proudly announces the most exciting new restaurant arrival in Cyprus, as it welcomes the first ever Sumosan restaurant in the country. After Courchevel, Doha, Riyadh, Berlin, Montenegro, Elounda, Nicosia celebrates the latest Sumosan Restaurant in Europe, nestled within its most emblematic hotel. […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 13:56

Modric primed for swansong as Croatia’s beating heart

Croatia head into the World Cup aiming to extend a run that has cemented their status as one of football’s most consistent overachievers, but their preparations have been clouded by concern over captain Luka Modric’s fitness. The 40-year-old midfield maestro underwent cheekbone surgery in April but is expected to recover in time to anchor the […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 13:55

Ghana’s late coaching switch to Queiroz could boost World Cup hopes

A late change of coach ahead of the World Cup might provide a boost to Ghana, who have turned to veteran Portuguese Carlos Queiroz after a run of poor results eroded confidence in his predecessor. German-born former Ghana international Otto Addo was coach at the last World Cup in Qatar but the country’s failure to […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 13:52

Panama target first World Cup match win under Dane Christiansen

Panama will play in their second World Cup as Central America’s only representative, aiming to raise the region’s profile and showcase recent progress under manager Thomas Christiansen. The 53-year-old Dane, appointed in July 2020 to replace Argentina’s Americo Gallego, hopes to cap his six-year tenure with an historic performance – which for Panama would mean […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 13:30

What to watch on TV in June

Summer is here, and with it comes blessed air conditioning, Sundays at the beach and streaming services’ big guns. June and July are blockbuster months, and we are here to look at the shows and films being released in June. The Legend of Vox Machina (Prime Video) If you are not already into this, I’m […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 13:30

Tourism revenue falls by a third as Cyprus feels regional strain

Cyprus’ tourism revenue fell sharply in March 2026, dropping by 33.8 per cent year-on-year to €85.6 million, according to a report from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The decline compares with €129.4m recorded in March 2025, offering the first clear indication of the impact from the escalation of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. For […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 13:12

Driving test applicants urged to book practical exams early

The road transport department (TOM) has urged those applying for a learner driver’s permit to schedule their practical driving test as early as possible, citing continued high demand for examination appointments. The department said early planning was necessary to ensure applicants could be accommodated without lengthy delays and to prevent a backlog of requests. TOM […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 13:01

Christodoulides describes Kazakhstan visit as ‘historic’

President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday described his visit to Kazakhstan as “historic” ahead of his departure from Larnaca airport for the central Asian country. “Kazakhstan is one of the countries we have priorities for strengthening our political and economic relations,” he said in a video posted on social media, before pointing out that in recent […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 12:52

Price hikes hit everyday goods as watchdog calls for answers

The Cyprus consumers association showed that consumer goods prices continued to fluctuate in the second half of May, with increases recorded across 165 products in 34 product categories. The association said that the largest increases, reaching up to 9.8 per cent, were recorded in categories such as sauces and dressings, eggs, soaps, cheeses, yoghurt, tissues […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 12:36

Car extensively damaged in overnight fire in Larnaca

A vehicle parked outside an apartment building in Larnaca suffered extensive damage after catching fire in the early hours of Tuesday, police said. According to police, the blaze broke out at around 1am in a car belonging to a 42-year-old woman while it was parked in a residential parking area of a block of flats. […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 12:31

Safe Bulkers bridges New York, Athens and Cyprus with dual listing

Safe Bulkers has started trading on the Main Market of Euronext Athens, in a move aimed at strengthening the link between Greek shipping and European capital markets. The company, which has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 2008, began trading in Athens under the symbol SB, with an initial trading price of […]

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