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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 16:14

Morocco banish any doubts about ability to host 2030 World Cup

Morocco’s successful staging of the Africa Cup of Nations means there should be no scepticism about its ability to co-host the World Cup with Portugal and Spain in 2030, even if Sunday’s final was clouded by a walk-off and defeat for the home team. Impressive stadiums, easy transportation links and a well-established tourism infrastructure ensured […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 16:13

Djokovic reaches 100th Australian Open match win in hunt for 25th Grand Slam

Novak Djokovic began his hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a 6-3 6-2 6-2 win over unseeded Spaniard Pedro Martinez in the Australian Open first round on Monday, the Serb easing pre-tournament concerns about his fitness with a sparkling display. Doubts had been raised about Djokovic’s preparedness for the major he has […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 16:12

HIO warns of SMS scam targeting Gesy beneficiaries

A warning over the continuing sending of malicious text messages to Gesy beneficiaries was sent by the Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) on Monday, urging recipients to ignore and delete them immediately. The HIO said similar warnings were issued last November and again in December, yet the scam persists. The messages falsely claim to originate from […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 15:37

Kanika to build €53 million hotel on Sodap coastal site

Wine cooperative Sodap shareholders approved, by an overwhelming majority, the long-term rental of the organisation’s coastal plot in Kato Paphos, clearing the way for the construction of a five-star hotel by Kanika. The decision was taken during a general meeting that featured moments of tension and controversy, though these did not alter the final outcome, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 15:30

Cyprus’ four-legged therapists

Once considered simple companions, pets are increasingly being recognised as partners in health. Dogs, cats and even goldfish are credited with lowering blood pressure, easing loneliness and encouraging exercise. From hospitals studying therapy dogs to cafés rewriting their house rules, the world has started to treat animal affection as more than a luxury, as an […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 15:25

What people overthink about hiking in Austria, and what actually matters

Many assume they need detailed planning, precise itineraries, and a careful strategy to “do it right.” In reality, most of that mental effort is unnecessary. Hiking in Austria works because the system absorbs mistakes, indecision, and changes of plan without punishing you for them. What matters is much simpler than people think, and what people […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 15:19

Why the Dolomites are less complicated than they appear

But once you arrive and step onto the trails, the experience quickly proves otherwise. The region is built around a practical, well-structured system that supports hikers at every level. The scenery may be dramatic, but the walking itself is clear, manageable, and far less complicated than many people expect. Here is a realistic look at […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 15:12

Eurobank repurchases over 1.9 million shares in latest buyback round

Eurobank S.A. repurchased 1,924,116 of its own shares on the Athens Stock Exchange between January 12, 2026 and January 16, 2026, as part of its ongoing Share Buyback Programme, the bank announced on Monday. The programme, approved by the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on October 22, 2025, continues the previous buyback of Eurobank Holdings […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 15:06

Trump links Greenland threat to Nobel Peace Prize snub, EU eyes trade retaliation

U.S. President Donald Trump linked his drive to take control of Greenland to his failure to win the Nobel Peace Prize, saying he no longer thought “purely of Peace” as the row over the island on Monday threatened to reignite a trade war with Europe. Trump has intensified his push to wrest sovereignty over Greenland […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 14:54

Old calendarists mark Epiphany in Zygi

Old calendarists in Cyprus marked Epiphany on Monday with the traditional blessing of the waters at Zygi harbour in Larnaca. The ceremony was led by Bishop Yerasimos of Kition and drew clergy, youth groups and hundreds of old calendarists from across Cyprus. Epiphany commemorates the baptism of Christ and is traditionally marked by the casting […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 14:46

President, foreign minister express sorrow over Spanish train collision

Cyprus’ president and foreign minister on Monday expressed deep sorrow and solidarity with Spain after a deadly collision between two high speed trains in the southern province of Cordoba killed at least 39 people and injured more than 150. President Nikos Christodoulides said he was “deeply saddened by the tragedy near Adamuz”, extending heartfelt condolences […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 14:42

Fewer Cypriot students combine work and study compared to EU peers

Cyprus recorded lower participation of young people in employment during formal education than the European Union average in 2024, according to a Eurostat report utilising comparative data on labour status among those aged 15 to 29. In Cyprus, 17.9 per cent of young people in formal education were employed, while 3.3 per cent were unemployed […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 14:36

Dozens missing after massive Karachi mall fire, 19 killed

Pakistani firefighters began pulling bodies from the smouldering remains of a sprawling Karachi shopping mall on Monday where more than 60 people were still missing after a massive fire that killed at least 19 people. The fire started late on Saturday at Gul Plaza, which houses 1,200 shops in a multi-storey complex spread across an […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 14:34

Larnaca mayor, parties demand action on organised crime

Larnaca mayor Andreas Vyras led the outrage on Monday after a mass brawl which saw weapons drawn and shots fired took place in the town’s centre on Saturday, with political parties calling on the government to take action on organised crime. Vyras told television channel Ant1 that he has “been concerned about developments surrounding organised […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 14:22

Cyprus investment funds sector aims for qualitative growth in 2026

Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) president Maria Panayiotou on Monday released a statement setting out the organisation’s priorities for 2026. Panayiotou pointed to quality growth “in an environment of heightened regulatory requirements, technological transformation and intensifying international competition”. She explained that in recent years Cyprus “has not limited itself to creating an institutional framework to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 14:05

Cyprus consumer prices rise marginally in December

Inflation in Cyprus remained subdued in December 2025, with the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices showing only marginal annual growth and a monthly decline, according to the state statistical service (Cystat). According to the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices for December 2025, consumer prices rose by 0.1 per cent compared with December 2024, while recording […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 14:02

Large colony of rare bats spotted in Troodos cave

A large colony of rare bats has been discovered in Troodos cave, the Forestry Department said on Monday. In a post on Facebook, the department said the discovery of the Rhinolophus Euryale bats in Troodos’ national forest park during the winter season “sends optimistic messages regarding the survival of the specific species on our island”. […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 13:53

Three charged after clashes following Apoel-Apollon match

Three people were charged on Monday in connection with violence that broke out following Sunday’s Apollon v Apoel football match at Limassol’s Alphamega stadium. Two Apoel supporters, aged 23 and 25, were arrested after clashes outside the stadium and appeared in court on Monday. They were charged in writing and released pending trial. The court […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 13:49

Israel and UK lead Cyprus tourism surge in December

Cyprus record a sharp rise in tourist arrivals in December 2025, driven primarily by visitors from Israel and the United Kingdom, according to data released on Monday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Tourist arrivals reached 156,959 in December 2025, up from 133,063 a year earlier, marking an 18.0 per cent increase and confirming a […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 13:37

Man remanded for eight days over attempted murder

A 33-year-old man was remanded in custody for eight days by the Larnaca district court on Monday for the attempted murder of another man in Tersefanou. The suspect faces charges of attempted murder, acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm, burglary, assault and psychological harassment. Police said they were alerted at around 7.15am by a […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 13:30

Movie trivia to blow your mind

It has been scientifically proven that it is impossible for Lord of the Rings fans to watch the scene where Aragorn kicks the orc helmet without declaring to anyone within shouting distance that Viggo Mortensen actually broke his toe. Film fans just looooooove their fun facts and their behind-the-scenes trivia! So, here’s some more that […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 12:49

Christodoulides to address European Parliament

President Nikos Christodoulides is to address the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Tuesday, outlining the Cypriot government’s priorities for its six-month term as the holder of the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency. On Monday, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said that Christodoulides’ speech “will be based on the European responsibility assumed by the Republic […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 12:33

Cyprus heralds one million kilograms of batteries recycled

More than one million kilograms of batteries have been recycled in Cyprus since 2009, according to figures released by the Cyprus waste management association on Monday. The organisation said total collections have reached 1,021,719 kilograms since it began operating, marking a milestone in efforts to divert hazardous waste from landfills. In 2025 alone, 91,111 kilograms […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 12:29

First lady is ‘attempting to silence and intimidate’ online activist, lawyer says

First lady Philippa Karsera Christodoulides’ demands that online activist Nicoletta Tsikkinis take down social media posts about her is “an attempt to silence and intimidate a critical voice”, Tsikkinis’ lawyer Pambos Ioannides said on Monday. He told the Cyprus News Agency that he will respond to the first lady’s letter and “provide a detailed explanation”, […]

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