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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 12:23

Cyprus and the RAF: Does the war put me at risk?

Cyprus has long played an important role in Britain’s military presence in the Eastern Mediterranean. For decades the island has hosted British Royal Air Force facilities that support operations across the Middle East. However, the current war involving Iran has renewed debate about whether having such bases nearby could make Cyprus more vulnerable to security […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 12:20

‘Echoes of Beneath’: doc on Paralympian to be screened in Nicosia, Paphos

A unique cinematic experience is coming to Cyprus with two special screenings of the documentary Echoes Of Beneath planned for Nicosia and Paphos on June 10 and 11, 2026. The film is being presented in Cyprus by the Enavsma Foundation, in collaboration with the Municipality of Paphos, the Petrides Foundation and the Cyprus Olympic Committee. […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 12:15

Cyprus to host new Maritime Cybersecurity Centre in strategic Mediterranean partnership

Cyprus is preparing to host a new regional centre dedicated to strengthening cybersecurity in the maritime sector, in collaboration with Israel and Greece. The initiative marks a significant step in improving digital resilience across the Eastern Mediterranean and protecting vital shipping infrastructure in an increasingly volatile region. The planned facility, known as the Maritime Cybersecurity […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 12:00

UK travel wording change reassures Cyprus holidaymakers

The British foreign office has updated its travel advice for Cyprus, removing emergency references to regional tension that had unsettled parts of the British tourist market. The previous version of the guidance had included Cyprus, along with at least 17 other countries in the wider region, in a special warning issued after the escalation of […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:57

May rainfall reaches 238% of average

Average rainfall in May reached 46.7 millimetres, equivalent to 238 per cent of the normal amount for the month, the meteorological department said on Tuesday. According to the department, rainfall exceeded the monthly average at all measuring stations, reaching almost four times the norm in some areas. The highest percentage above average was recorded at […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:50

Celebration held for XM Group’s sponsorship of A/C units for schools

As part of its longstanding Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, the XM Group has covered the cost of installing air conditioning units in public primary schools across Cyprus through local school boards. This initiative aims to create a comfortable and healthy learning environment, contributing to improved teaching conditions within classrooms. In recognition of its contribution, the […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:41

Cyprus remains safe destination, US advisory says

Cyprus has been restored to the lowest level of US travel advice, with the state department advising American citizens to exercise normal precautions when visiting the island. According to the renewed advisory, the US now places Cyprus at Level 1, the category used for destinations where travellers are advised to take only the usual safety […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:39

Christodoulides meets experts, farmers’ groups over foot and mouth

President Nikos Christodoulides met both experts and representatives of farmers on Tuesday to discuss the government’s handling of the ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease at farms across the island. His first meeting was with the epidemiological committee formed to tackle the disease, with it having been expected that the experts would inform him […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:36

Seven arrested in overnight police operations

Seven people were arrested overnight for drug possession, offensive weapons and illegal residency, police reported on Tuesday. Officers stopped 345 vehicles and checked 146 occupants during targeted patrols. A further 31 premises were inspected, resulting in three complaints. Traffic enforcement also featured prominently, with 170 reports issued for various offences. Police investigated seven traffic-related cases […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:25

German minister lands in Cyprus after aborting Lebanon trip due to Israeli threats

German Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan on Monday was diverted to Larnaca airport, being forced to abort plans to visit Lebanon after Israel threatened to its attacks on the country’s capital, Beirut. Radovan was en route to Beirut alongside Norwegian International Development Minister Asmund Grover Aukrust, but their aircraft turned around shortly before approaching Lebanon […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:23

PwC Cyprus celebrates academic excellence among its people

PwC Cyprus has honoured employees who achieved top results in ACA, ACCA and university examinations, recognising their academic performance during a ceremony held at the company’s Experience Centre. The ACA, ACCA and Academic Excellence Award Ceremony was attended by PwC Cyprus CEO Philippos Soseilos, Partner and Chief People Officer Anna Loizou, and Professional Qualifications Lead […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 11:05

MSC container ship hit by explosion off Iraq as Gulf security fears widen

A Panama-flagged MSC container ship has been damaged by a large explosion off Iraq, raising fresh concerns over the safety of commercial vessels operating in the northern Arabian Gulf as regional tensions continue to disrupt shipping routes. The vessel, reported to be the MSC Sariska V, was struck while transiting approximately 40 nautical miles southeast […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 10:44

Petrolina welcomes King’s Baton Relay ahead of 2026 Commonwealth Games

As Gold Sponsor of the Cyprus Olympic Committee, Petrolina hosted the King’s Baton Relay for the “Glasgow 2026” Commonwealth Games at its headquarters on the first day of the relay’s four-day journey across Cyprus. Carrying messages of unity, cooperation and peace across Commonwealth nations, the baton was presented by Cyprus Olympic Committee President George Chrysostomou […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 10:38

Serena to make much-awaited return at Queen’s Club

American great Serena Williams has announced her long-anticipated return to competitive tennis following a prolonged absence at this month’s Queen’s Club Championships, as the 44-year-old reignited memories of her dominance over two decades. Williams, who won the last of her 23 Grand Slam singles titles in 2017 and has not competed since the 2022 U.S. […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 10:20

Svitolina, Kostyuk gear up for all-Ukrainian clash in Paris

The French Open quarter-finals start on Tuesday, with Roland Garros awaiting two first-time singles champions in the same year for the first time since 2016. Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina will face compatriot Marta Kostyuk to secure a possible semi-final clash with Russian Mirra Andreeva, who plays Romania’s Sorana Cirstea. Men’s second seed Alexander Zverev will appear […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 10:02

Iran war not triggering Ukraine-style inflation surge in Euro zone, analysis shows

Only a third of the euro zone’s largest companies have indicated they are raising prices in response to the Iran war, a Reuters analysis of listed corporate earnings commentary shows, suggesting a weak economy is curbing their pricing power. Investors and European Central Bank policymakers have been trying to gauge whether the euro zone is […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 09:57

Comedian-musician Morgan Jay in Cyprus for first time

If you have seen viral clips online of audience members singing their names into an autotuned microphone, they are probably at a Morgan Jay event. The Los Angeles-based musician and comedian has created a one-of-a-kind music and comedy show that has taken over the world. On June 7 next year, he is coming to Cyprus […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 09:42

Adhesive floor signs and temporary floor graphic film: Turning store floors into Omnichannel marketing channels

In a busy retail store, trade show hall, airport corridor, hospital lobby, or franchise location, the floor is usually treated as dead space. Customers walk across it, wait on it, follow it, and stand on it while deciding what to buy, scan, download, or ask about. That makes adhesive floor signs and temporary floor graphic film more than a […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 09:30

Times Square message puts Greek shipping in global spotlight

Greek shipping’s global reach was brought into sharp focus at Posidonia 2026, after Nasdaq marked the opening of the international maritime exhibition in Athens with a Times Square greeting. The message, displayed on the Nasdaq Tower in New York, read “NASDAQ Welcomes Posidonia 2026 & Wishes All Participants Good Success!” Its display on one of […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 09:23

Cyprus signs Safe programme agreement to access defence funds

Cyprus and the European Commission have signed the country’s loan agreement allowing the country to receive funds under the European Union’s €150 billion Security Action for Europe (Safe) programme. The agreement was signed by Finance Minister Makis Keravnos and European Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius, with the latter promising that “very soon, EU support will start […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 09:10

Christodoulides hails new EU migrant return deal

President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday hailed a deal struck between the institutions of the European Union over a new law which will allow the bloc’s member states to establish “return hubs” in third countries for irregular migrants. “Last night, the Cyprus presidency, together with the European Parliament and Commission, delivered a deal for a new […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 08:52

From thirty-one dollars to Wall Street: How Mahmoud ElAwadi lived the American Dream

There is an exceptional kind of courage that only immigrants understand: the courage of arriving somewhere new with almost nothing, and betting everything on the belief that hard work and determination can rewrite your story. For Mahmoud ElAwadi, that bet paid off in a way few could have imagined. Today, he is a respected financial […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 08:45

England bank on Kane’s Bayern goal fest for World Cup success

When England take to the field in Dallas on June 17 to face Croatia in their World Cup opener, all eyes will be on captain Harry Kane, with fans hoping he can carry his record-breaking scoring run for Bayern Munich into the tournament and help end their 60-year wait for an international title. The 32-year-old, […]

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Kıbrıs 02.06.2026 08:40

Today’s weather: Largely clear, clouds possible in afternoon

Tuesday’s weather will be mostly clear across most of the island for most of the day, but increased cloud cover is expected in parts during the afternoon. Those clouds may produce isolated rain showers in the mountains. Temperatures are set to rise to 33 degrees Celsius inland, 28 degrees Celsius on the south and east […]

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