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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 13:10

Larnaca festival celebrates Cypriot folk heritage

Larnaca welcomes back the Th-Eros Tradition Festival this summer which returns for its second edition. Th-Eros, a play on words on ‘love’ and ‘summer’, is a festival that cherishes tradition and folk life whilst bringing customs of the past to today. This August 1 and 2, celebrations will fill Europe Square as festival performances take […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:58

Lidl Cyprus emerges as ‘No. 1 in best price-quality ratio’ for third time

The best price-quality ratio is not just a title, but a reflection of the daily experience of consumers who choose Lidl Cyprus for their shopping. A confirmation of this experience comes through a significant distinction, once again, as the company emerges as “No. 1 in best price-quality ratio” for the third time. This new milestone […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:55

Mall of Engomi and Mall of Cyprus shareholders ratify financial statements

Shareholders of The Mall of Engomi and The Mall of Cyprus have ratified their 2025 financial statements and re-elected two directors at their annual general meeting held on July 30, 2026. Both public companies convened their gatherings at the Mall of Cyprus management offices on Verginas street in Strovolos, Nicosia. According to an announcement on […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:55

Bail hearing for father accused over children’s deaths adjourned until Friday

A hearing on a bail application by the father accused of causing the deaths of his two young children after they were left inside a vehicle in the village of Xylophagou was adjourned on Thursday and will resume on Friday morning, after the defence asked the British bases court to allow him to travel to […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:49

Pension reform bill enters final stage as government seeks consensus

The bill to reform Cyprus’ pension system is to enter its final drafting stage next week after Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas meets Finance Minister Makis Keravnos next Wednesday to settle the remaining financial aspects before the bill is released for public consultation. On Thursday, Mousiouttas said the draft bill should be completed by the end […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:34

CBC governor backs cautious ECB approach on rates

Patsalides warns inflation risks are rising over energy Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) governor Christodoulos Patsalides has stated that inflation risks are gradually increasing because of persistently high energy prices, while insisting there is still no evidence to justify an immediate interest rate increase. In an interview with specialist financial news wire Econostream, Patsalides said […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:29

Newcastle manager Howe steps down with immediate effect

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has stepped down from his role with immediate effect, BBC and Sky Sports reported on Thursday. The 48-year-old leaves after five years in charge, having guided Newcastle to their first major domestic trophy in 70 years with the League Cup title in 2025. He also led the club to Champions […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:23

France, Spain and Greece battle wildfires as Europe swelters

France, Spain and Greece battled major wildfires on Thursday as soaring temperatures, parched vegetation and powerful winds extended a summer of deadly fires, mass evacuations and mounting disruption across Europe. France arrested two people on suspicion of arson as crews contained a vast fire near Bordeaux, Spain fought a blaze in the eastern province of […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:16

Police launch attempted murder probe after shots fired at car

The police are investigating a case of attempted murder after a man reported that shots were fired at his vehicle while he was driving in Nicosia, authorities said on Thursday. Since then, the police have gathered evidence for forensic analysis and found holes in the car which appear to have been caused by gunfire. Investigations […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:06

Bank of Cyprus named Cyprus’ best digital bank

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) has been named Cyprus’ Best Digital Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, recognising the lender’s digital achievements during the evaluation period from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025. The bank said the award reflects a series of major digital innovations introduced during 2025, including the integration of […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 12:00

Cyta reports major investments and digital overhaul

Board points to stronger finances and digital progress The Cyta board of directors on Thursday presented its report covering its February 2024 to July 2026 term, describing the period as one marked by major transformation, strategic reforms and significant investments aimed at strengthening the organisation’s role in Cyprus’ digital future. The board reported that its […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 11:37

Egypt confirms drone caused fire on two gas vessels at Damietta

A drone caused the fire that engulfed two gas vessels at Egypt’s Mediterranean port of Damietta, the Egyptian cabinet said on Thursday, confirming for the first time that the blaze which erupted a day earlier was the result of an attack rather than an accident. No party has claimed responsibility, and authorities were continuing their […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 11:21

Allwyn Cyprus donates nine vehicles to meet Troodos communities’ needs

Allwyn Cyprus has launched a new major initiative to support the mountain communities of Troodos, donating nine vehicles to voluntary organisations and social care providers in the region. The handover ceremony took place in Trimiklini, attended by the First Lady of the Republic, Cabinet members, State representatives, government and voluntary organisations, as well as by […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 11:18

British bases open marine police station at Episkopi Bay

The British bases’ police opened a new marine police satellite station at Episkopi Bay on Thursday, with the stated aim of strengthening coastal patrols and improving emergency response times. The new facility will operate as an additional base for marine unit officers, initially covering the Episkopi Bay area on weekends during the high season from […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 11:06

Four arrested as police report 351 traffic offences

Four people were arrested during overnight crime-stopping operations across the island, the police said on Thursday, The arrests were linked to offences including drug possession and traffic violations, with officers stopping 570 vehicles and checking 760 people. They also carried out 49 inspections of premises, resulting in seven citations being issued for various minor offences. […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 11:05

Idi Amin’s grandson disqualified after headbutt at Commonwealth Games

The grandson of the infamous Ugandan dictator Idi Amin has been disqualified from the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow following a super-heavyweight boxing controversy. The dramatic exit has sparked a major storm of accusations regarding officiating bias. Ugandan heavyweight Aziz Abdul, 25, saw his tournament dreams shattered early in the third round of his high-stakes […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 11:01

Man found dead on Protaras beach

A 27-year-old man was found dead on a beach in Protaras, with the police confirming on Thursday that investigations are ongoing into the cause of his death. The man, an Indian national who had been resident in Cyprus for work, was found on Malama beach on Wednesday night. The police said initial examinations have ruled […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 10:58

Christodoulides hails ‘intense mobility’ on Cyprus problem ‘for first time in years’

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday said that there is now “intense mobility” underway on the Cyprus problem “for the first time in many years”, as he addressed the morning’s cabinet meeting. “The presence of the [United Nations] secretary-general in Cyprus was not at all accidental. It was the result of a systematic effort which we […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 10:51

Infantino calls plan to sell World Cup stake a proposal, ‘not an obligation’

FIFA President Gianni Infantino called the plan to sell stakes in the World Cup a proposal but ‘not an obligation’ after the idea provoked a furious response from some football authorities. FIFA announced plans this week to create a $20 billion subsidiary to run the World Cup and its other events, and said it will […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 10:46

Ukraine begins appeal against IOC move to reinstate Russian Olympic Committee

The National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Ukraine has begun the process of appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) decision to provisionally reinstate the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), the Ukrainian ruling body said on Wednesday. The IOC provisionally lifted the ROC’s suspension on July 7, a significant […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 10:46

MINI’s new Paul Smith edition brings fashion to the streets

MINI and renowned British designer Paul Smith are reviving one of the most distinctive collaborations in the automotive world, unveiling the new MINI Paul Smith Edition. This special edition brings Paul Smith’s unique aesthetic philosophy back into the spotlight, combining timeless British elegance with the playful character that is the hallmark of both the designer […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 10:40

FIFA investigating Argentina players for ruckus after World Cup final

Argentina’s contentious exit from the World Cup could end up having long-term consequences, as FIFA on Monday announced assault charges against two Albiceleste players and an assistant coach. Midfielder Leandro Paredes faces three assault charges, defender Nahuel Molina faces charge of assault and unsporting behavior, and assistant coach Roberto Ayala is accused of one count […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 10:20

EU will not intervene over alleged mass data leak in north

The European Commission plans to take no action over allegations that the personal data of more than 350,000 people was leaked after a file belonging to the Turkish Cypriot ‘health ministry’ was reportedly leaked on the dark web. A commission spokesperson told the Cyprus Mail that “due to the suspension of the acquis in the […]

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Kıbrıs 30.07.2026 09:20

Japan quake survivors battle thirst, heat as toll rises to 17

The 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck southern Japan toppled houses and split open streets in the small city of Yatsushiro, but town official Akio Matsushita is most worried about the invisible threats from the lack of water and power amid the punishing summer heat. Many of the port city’s roughly 58,000 households were still without running […]

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