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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 11:37

Record Nicosia Marathon numbers put event on global running map

The Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon was a resounding success and attracted record participation, confirming its position as the capital’s major sporting event and a rapidly growing institution with a clear vision to establish itself as the annual benchmark for Nicosia. With the slogan “The Capital Race”, the Marathon showcased its character as the race […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 11:31

Innovation must be paired with sound risk management, says CBC governor

Patsalides highlights AI risks, changing financial landscape, economic resilience The landscape of financial services in Cyprus has changed significantly over the last decade, Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) governor Christodoulos Patsalides said on Monday. In his opening address at fintech forum taking place in Nicosia, Patsalides stated that the domestic economy of Cyprus continues to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 11:17

Number of cases of influenza A stabilises with signs of decline

The number of hospital admissions for Influenza A appears to have stabilised, with early signs of a decline in new cases, state health services organisation (Okypy) spokesman Charalambos Charilaou said on Monday. He told the Cyprus News Agency that data from Cyprus’s accident and emergency departments shows that the number of cases is beginning to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 11:04

Pilakoutas Group marks 20-year Nissan collaboration with two unique offers

Pilakoutas Group is celebrating 20 years of collaboration with Nissan with a unique offer on two of the most popular models in the range. This is a limited-time anniversary promotion that combines attractive prices, rich equipment and immediate availability, offering substantial benefits to prospective buyers. As part of this campaign, the Nissan Juke is now […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 10:42

Three more arrests as police probe fatal stabbing in Peyia

The police have arrested three additional men aged 34, 31 and 25 as part of the investigation into the fatal stabbing of a 41-year-old man in Peyia, bringing the total number of arrests in the case to four. A 30-year-old man, the victim’s nephew, remains in custody under an eight-day remand after allegedly admitting to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 10:35

Eurobank’s year-end momentum carries into 2026

Eurobank closed 2025 and entered January 2026 with a dense run of awards, strategic moves, research insights and community actions, offering a snapshot of a bank positioning itself for the next growth cycle in Cyprus while widening its regional footprint. Over the last two months, the bank combined recognition for performance with tangible initiatives across […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 10:28

Anastasiades says he offered advice to Christodoulides after corruption video release

Former president Nicos Anastasiades said he offered advice to his successor Nikos Christodoulides following the publication of a video which alleged campaign finance lawbreaking on the part of Christodoulides and his associates. “I spoke, I expressed my regret to him, but I also suggested some things which would help reduce tensions,” he said during a […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 10:24

Cyprus students offered €100,000 in total shipping grants

NYSE-listed Safe Bulkers and its CEO, Polys Hajioannou, have announced the company’s 5th annual scholarship programme for the academic year 2026-2027, as part of its Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) initiatives. The programme provides ten scholarships of €10,000 each for studies at university institutions abroad, including in Greece and the United Kingdom, targeting Cypriot citizens […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 09:32

Three vehicles damaged in car park fire

Three vehicles were damaged after a fire broke out in a car park underneath a block of flats in Nicosia on Sunday evening, fire brigade spokesman Andreas Kettis said. He wrote in a post on social media that the fire brigade responded to the incident at 7.23pm. One of the cars, he said, suffered “extensive […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 09:30

Allergen information: liability in the catering sector

Information on allergens is not merely a matter of good customer service practice; it is a mechanism for safeguarding public health. In the catering environment, where consumers are unaware of the ingredients contained in the food they are served, the absence of clear and accessible information can turn an ordinary dining choice into a serious […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 09:22

Verdict expected in trial of public officials over hotel collapse which killed 35 Cypriots

A verdict is expected on Monday in the trial of six public officials from the southeastern Turkish city of Adiyaman over the collapse of the city’s Isias hotel, which killed 72 people, including 35 Cypriots. The hotel collapsed during the first of two powerful earthquakes which hit the southeast of Turkey on February 6, 2023, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 08:59

€100k in cash stolen from house in Paralimni

The police on Monday said they are investigating a burglary in which €100,000 in cash was stolen from a house in Paralimni. They said they believe the burglary took place on either Saturday or Sunday. In addition, they said a similar burglary, at a jewellery store in Ayia Napa, was carried out at around 4am […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 08:50

Conservation work begins at Limnia windmill

Conservation work on the old windmill in the Famagusta district village of Limnia has begun, technical committee on cultural heritage co-chairman Ali Tuncay said. He explained that “in some areas of Cyprus, such as Famagusta and Karpasia, where there is insufficient water to build watermills, people found a solution in constructing windmills to harness wind […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 08:41

Global markets rattled by fresh Trump tariff threats on Europe

Global markets are facing volatility after President Donald Trump vowed to slap tariffs on eight European nations until the U.S. is allowed to buy Greenland, injecting fresh trade uncertainty as stocks slid and the dollar broadly weakened. Trump said he would impose an additional 10% import tariff from February 1 on goods from Denmark, Norway, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 08:40

Erhurman’s undersecretary Dana holds meetings in New York over UN reports

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman’s undersecretary Mehmet Dana held meetings over the weekend with various diplomats in New York following the publishing of United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ latest reports on the state of the UN’s peacekeeping force in Cyprus (Unficyp) and its good offices. According to Erhurman’s office, Dana held meetings with representatives to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 08:34

Today’s weather: Colder than usual, sleet possible

Monday’s weather is expected to be colder than is typical for this time of year, with temperatures only set to reach 11 degrees Celsius inland, 13 degrees Celsius on the coasts, and just a single degree above freezing in the mountains. Light rain and sleet will be possible, particularly in mountainous areas. Overnight, the skies […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 08:24

Australian Open prize pool defended by Tennis Australia amid growing player discontent

Governing body Tennis Australia (TA) has defended the amount of prize money on offer at the Australian Open as twice Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff warned that players would raise the pressure if their demands were not met. The Australian Open hiked prize money to A$111.5 million ($74.56 million) for the current tournament, bringing it […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 08:00

ECB sees inflation stabilising as euro area enters transition phase

Inflation in the euro area has largely been brought back under control after one of the most severe price shocks in recent history, with the European Central Bank now entering a crucial transition phase, according to ECB executive board member Philip Lane. In an interview first published by Italian daily La Stampa, Lane said the […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 07:47

Two high-speed trains collide in Spain, 21 killed

A high-speed train derailed and smashed into another oncoming train in southern Spain on Sunday, pushing the second train off the tracks and down an embankment in a collision that killed at least 21 people, said Spain’s interior ministry. The accident happened near Adamuz in the province of Cordoba, about 360 km (223 miles) south […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 07:30

Global PC shipments jump in 2025 but supply risks cloud 2026

Global PC shipments rose strongly in Q4 2025 and across the full year as demand for notebooks and desktops remained resilient despite mounting supply pressures, according to new research released by industry analysts Omdia. The research showed that total shipments of desktops, notebooks and workstations in Q4 2025 grew by 9.1 per cent to 74 […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 07:00

Apple edges past Samsung to remain top smartphone vendor

The global smartphone market expanded in Q4 2025 as leading vendors drove growth across major regions despite rising component costs beginning to pressure parts of the industry, according to new research by Omdia. Omdia said the global smartphone market grew by 4 per cent year on year in the fourth quarter of 2025, supported by […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 06:42

Cyprus shipping minister in London for maritime talks

Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis is in London for a working visit from January 18 to 21, as Cyprus prepares to assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. During her visit, Hadjimanolis is holding a bilateral meeting with her British counterpart, Keir Mather, the UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State responsible for aviation, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 06:30

European markets regulator targets greenwashing in latest ESG report

The European Securities and Markets Authority has published a second thematic note regarding sustainability-related claims, seeking to provide greater clarity on ESG strategies for the financial sector. The note concentrates on ESG integration and ESG exclusions, as references to these strategies are often made by market participants and widely referenced in marketing communications directed to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.01.2026 04:24

‘National Guard modernisation, deterrence a continuous priority’

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said sustained efforts are under way to ensure the National Guard remains on a continuous path of development, modernisation and strengthening, so it can effectively fulfill its mission and respond to modern demands and challenges. In an interview published on Sunday in Phileleftheros, Palmas referred to the strengthening of the National […]

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