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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 18:31

Konia road to open to traffic on Tuesday

The completion of roadworks in Konia will be delayed a few days due to technical problems encountered by the contractor laying the asphalt, Paphos acting mayor Angelos Onisiforou said on Friday. Onisiforou told the Cyprus News Agency that laying asphalt would resume on Monday and the road would be fully open to traffic on Tuesday. […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 18:21

Police seize 7kg cannabis posted to Cyprus, suspect arrested

The police drug squad (Ykan) on Friday seized 7kg of cannabis in Larnaca that arrived by post from abroad in two separate packages and a 30-year-old man has already been arrested. During a search of the man’s residence, the police found 10g of cannabis and 10g of cocaine, as well as items for drug use […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 18:17

Nicosia launches competition to restore historic municipal garden

Nicosia municipality has launched an architectural competition for the €4.1 million redevelopment of the historic municipal garden, with the tender expected to be published at the end of summer. The project, presented at the Nicosia town hall on Friday, carries an estimated cost of €4.1 million, excluding VAT, and aims to restore and modernise one […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 18:02

Netflix misses earnings targets as growth enters a steadier phase

Netflix forecast third-quarter revenue and earnings on Thursday that fell short of Wall Street targets and said it would cut ‌the frequency of viewing-hours reports as the company seeks new avenues of growth. Shares of Netflix fell nearly 8.6 per cent in after-hours trading to $67.99. The company led by Co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 17:37

Pensioners to see higher incomes in early 2027

Pension reforms are progressing as planned, with pensioners expected to see higher payments from February 1, 2027, Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas said on Friday. The minister said the bill covering the first pillar of the pension system, relating to the social insurance fund, will be presented to the social partners “very soon”. After receiving their […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 17:23

Wildfires, drought and storms hound Europe even as heatwave recedes

Firefighters backed by 30 aircraft struggled on Friday to contain a wildfire in northeastern Spain that has ripped through an area the size of San Francisco, forcing the evacuation of more than 1,000 people, as recent heatwaves left vegetation tinder-dry across much of Europe. Successive early summer heatwaves, which many scientists blame on human-driven climate […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 17:17

Disy, CTP back Guterres visit

Both Disy and Turkish Cypriot political party the CTP on Friday stressed that the forthcoming visit of United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to the island is an opportunity which must not be wasted. Disy leader Annita Demetriou described the visit as a “particularly important development” and “an opportunity which we must seize with seriousness, responsibility […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 17:15

How Silenza is changing the future of acoustic solutions

Noise affects how people work, rest, communicate, and feel. Open offices can make private conversations difficult. Restaurants can become so loud that guests struggle to hear each other. Large living rooms may create echoes that make the space feel cold. These problems have increased the demand for acoustic products that improve sound without harming the […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 17:09

More inspectors to tackle illegal work

The number of inspectors responsible for tackling undeclared and illegal work will be doubled following cabinet approval, Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas affirmed on Friday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, Mousiouttas said the ministry’s inspection service currently operates with a team of eight inspectors, with additional positions expected through either this year’s or the next […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 16:45

Erhurman expects Cyprus’ sides to ‘understand each other better’ after Guterres visit

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Friday said that United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ forthcoming visit to the island will allow the island’s two sides to “understand each other better”. He said he “welcomes” Guterres’ forthcoming visit, and that he has “previously stated our support for [his] efforts”. “This visit is also significant because it […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 16:29

World Cup winners to receive US-style championship rings

The winners of Sunday’s World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will receive championship rings in addition to the trophy and gold medals, FIFA said, introducing an American sporting tradition to its flagship tournament for the first time. FIFA said 30 bespoke rings would be presented to the winning team following the final at New […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 16:22

Police officer suspended for drunk driving after Nicosia crash

A 44-year-old police officer has been suspended following a road collision in Nicosia on Thursday after testing positive for alcohol, with criminal and disciplinary investigations now underway. The suspension was ordered by Deputy Police Chief Panikos Stavrou after the officer, off duty at the time, was involved in a three-vehicle collision at the Nicosia general […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 16:13

Edek ‘not informed’ of Panayiotou’s departure from govt

Edek has not been informed of any intention for Agriculture Maria Panayiotou to leave the government, either on her part or the government’s, party spokesman Giorgos Georgiou said on Friday. “We have no such information. Our objective since this government came to power, since 2023, is to have ministers from our party in the government, […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 16:09

Small parcel orders to Cyprus remain high despite €3 tariff

Cypriot consumers continued to place large numbers of orders through online platforms such as Shein and Temuafter the introduction of a temporary €3 customs duty, with more than 100,000 parcels recorded during the first 15 days of this month. The volume of packages is expected to increase further, with authorities estimating that monthly shipments could […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:50

Misuse of disabled beach access systems leaves users stranded

Seatrack systems installed on beaches to give people with mobility disabilities safe access to the sea are being damaged through misuse, sometimes preventing wheelchair users from entering the water, the Cyprus paraplegic organisation warned on Friday. The machines, which provide a rail system allowing a specialised chair to enter and exit the water, have been […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:47

CySEC grants Cyprus Cement shareholders takeover exemption

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Friday announced that it had granted an exemption from mandatory takeover offer requirements linked to a planned share buyback programme by the Cyprus Cement Public Company Ltd. The decision, approved during CySEC’s meeting on July 13, 2026, follows a request submitted by George S. Galatariotis & Sons […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:46

8 things I’ve learned in 10 years of working from home

Ten years ago, remote work was the choice of some programmers, freelancers, and employees with special circumstances. Before it became a trend, it was perceived as an exception. Nowadays, working from home is the norm. A home office has become a fully-fledged alternative to corporate offices in many industries. This isn’t just about changing locations […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:30

AmCham Cyprus hosts talks on national AI strategy

Business leaders, policymakers and other stakeholders met on Friday at a roundtable organised by the American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham Cyprus) to discuss the country’s national artificial intelligence strategy and the steps needed to translate it into practical implementation. The event featured Chief Scientist and chair of the National AI Strategy Demetris Skourides, […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:30

One of Limassol’s best burger spots

Food trucks in Cyprus used to be linked with one item: sandwiches. In fact, even the term ‘food truck’, which now finds itself inserted seamlessly in spoken Greek, is a fairly new addition. Now, every city across the island boasts a collection of young entrepreneurs using these mobile restaurants to serve up various products; from […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:23

Authority avoids clear answer about lawyer’s possible link

No response on McIntyre’s employment status after May 2025 The Anti-Corruption Authority issued an announcement on Friday denying there was any substance to public claims “doubting the validity and impartiality of the procedure followed before the start of the investigation of the Mafia State book, as well as the final report of the Inspection Officers, […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:15

Eurobank: Level up your future and turn ambition into opportunity

Education has the power to shape futures, unlock opportunities and create pathways to success. As students and families prepare for the next stage of their academic journey, having the right financial support can make all the difference. Recognising the investment that quality education represents, Eurobank offers the Education Loan Morfosi, a flexible financing solution designed […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:02

The EU rule that could choke Europe’s fuel supply

Europe is already being forced to reconsider how it keeps fuel moving through an increasingly volatile world. Now, as the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz exposes the fragility of international energy routes, ExxonMobil is warning that the bloc could be preparing to restrict its own access to oil and gas from next year.  In […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 15:00

Supplementary aid for illegal waste cleanup approved for third consecutive year

€1 million in emergency aid for the cleanup of illegal waste dumping sites was approved by the Council of Ministers on Thursday, the third consecutive year in which such aid has been allocated. The funding is intended to help reduce fire risks and protect the environment and public health, the agriculture, interior and transport ministries […]

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Kıbrıs 17.07.2026 14:33

Russian courts target two outspoken critics of war in Ukraine

Russian authorities have detained a blogger who criticised President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine and fined an anti-war politician, as Moscow sends a warning signal to critics of the Kremlin ahead of September’s parliamentary election. Although Putin maintains a near-total grip on power, he and the dominant United Russia party are under pressure […]

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