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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 17:09

Cooper says UK takes Cyprus’ security seriously

By Tom Cleaver British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper on Wednesday said that the United Kingdom takes Cyprus’ security “seriously”, as she welcomed her Cypriot counterpart Constantinos Kombos to Whitehall. She pointed out that the pair had been together in Brussels on Monday for the launch of the Palestine donor group, and said that she had […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 17:00

US Education struggles due to budget cuts: How can high-end talent earn passive income through EX DeFi platforms?

In recent years, the tightening of US immigration policies, coupled with increasing pressure on education spending, is eroding its advantage in attracting international talent. For a long time, the development of the US technology industry has heavily relied on top global talent, but this traditional advantage is facing new challenges.Data shows that with stricter visa […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:59

Isaac and Solomou memorial riders reach Acropolis on anniversary tour

Motorcyclists taking part in the Isaac and Solomou memorial initiative visited the Acropolis on Wednesday as part of a ten-day tour across Greece marking 30 years since the deaths of Tassos Isaac and Solomos Solomou. Following their visit to the historic site, a delegation of riders met Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas. The group departed Limassol […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:53

Cyprus among EU countries opposing new fuel tax

Cyprus is among ten countries that believe the EU should reconsider a new carbon price on fuel, a stance that could divide the bloc. Cyprus, Greece, Bulgaria, Italy, Poland, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Romania and Slovakia signed a joint statement, which also demanded changes to the existing carbon market. On Friday, the European Commission […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:49

Yellow weather warning issued as temperatures climb to 40C

A yellow weather warning for high temperatures has been issued for Thursday as Cyprus remains in the grip of a prolonged heatwave. According to the met office, the warning will be in force from 2pm until 4.30pm, with temperatures in Nicosia expected to reach around 40C during the hottest part of the day. Forecasters said […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:45

RIF event brings Cyprus innovation ecosystem together

More than 200 representatives from Cyprus’ research, innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem gathered on Tuesday for The Bash 2026, the Research and Innovation Foundation’s (RIF) flagship annual networking event. This year’s event was organised under the theme “Let’s Cheers to Innovation Together!”, bringing together the people helping shape Cyprus’ future through research, innovation and entrepreneurship. The […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:35

Cyprus to send 36 athletes to Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

Cyprus has announced a 65-member delegation, including 36 athletes, for the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, starting July 23.The Cyprus Olympic Committee (KOE) revealed the national team this week, confirming participation in six sports until August 2. Over 3,000 athletes from 74 Commonwealth nations are expected, marking the largest Games since 2014.Cyprus will be represented […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:34

Paphos kiosk owner fined after seizure of illegal nicotine pouches

A kiosk owner in Kato Paphos has paid a €3,100 in an out of court settlement after customs officers seized hundreds of illegal nicotine pouch products during a coordinated operation, police said on Wednesday. The raid took place on July 13 and involved officials from the Customs Department, the Paphos anti-drug unit (Ykan), Paphos police […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:28

Minthis festival’s third edition celebrates music, culture, connection

As the final notes drifted into the warm summer evening and applause echoed through the Minthis Amphitheatre, another remarkable chapter of the Minthis Music Festival came to a close. Now celebrating its third consecutive year, the festival has firmly established itself as one of Cyprus’ most distinctive cultural events, bringing together internationally acclaimed artists, passionate […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:22

Forests department expands youth education and National Guard wildfire training

The forestry department has highlighted two initiatives aimed at strengthening Cyprus’ wildfire prevention efforts, focusing on environmental education for young people and specialised training for National Guard personnel. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the department said it continues to develop environmental education programmes in cooperation with schools across Cyprus, recognising education as a key […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 16:09

Missing man’s father holds court responsible after failed rehab bid

The father of a 32-year-old Limassol man reported missing earlier this week has accused a criminal court judge of preventing his son from entering a rehabilitation programme, claiming the decision deprived him of treatment before his disappearance. Alexandros Sophocleous has been missing from his home since Monday, with police continuing efforts to trace him and […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 15:48

Cyprus tourist association seeks stronger regulation of short-term holiday rentals

The association of Cyprus tourist enterprises (Stek) on Wednesday said a recent Audit Office report has confirmed its long-standing concerns over short-term holiday rentals, renewing calls for a comprehensive overhaul of the legislation governing the sector. The association said the Audit Office’s findings demonstrate that weaknesses in the supervision and enforcement of online short-term rental […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 15:46

Cyprus’ Schengen accession to go before EU Council in September

The question of whether Cyprus should join Europe’s border-free Schengen zone will be effectively placed before the Council of the European Union in September, with the European Commission having confirmed its own “positive assessment” of the island’s preparedness to join. Commission spokesman Markus Lammert said on Wednesday that the college of commissioners had on Tuesday […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 15:29

Two apartments damaged in Protaras fire

Two apartments were damaged by a fire at a residential building in Protaras on Wednesday, with firefighters responding to the scene and safely removing a resident affected by smoke. The Famagusta fire brigade attended the incident with three fire engines following a report of a fire in an apartment, fire brigade spokesman Andreas Kettis said. […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 15:15

Bank of Cyprus: proving a strong start for students at home and abroad

Embarking on a higher education journey is one of the most significant milestones in a young person’s life. It marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, independence, personal growth and the pursuit of long-term aspirations. Whether a student is preparing to study in Cyprus or abroad, this transition often comes with excitement, […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 15:02

UK economic growth subdued, OECD report warns ahead of leadership change

Britain must maintain its budget discipline, tackle high pension spending and ‌address soaring energy prices to speed up its economy, the OECD said on Wednesday, underscoring the challenges for Andy Burnham who is set to become prime minister next week. The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development said the UK economy had stabilised after ​a […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 15:00

TV shows we love: Missed Call

Missed Call is a captivating thriller that takes a simple but terrifying idea and builds it into a mystery that keeps you invested from the very beginning. What starts as a parent’s worst fear soon becomes a story filled with secrets, unanswered questions, and growing suspense. Set in the beautiful French town of Mont Saint […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 14:53

Coral S.A. shines at 14th Invest Cyprus International Investment Awards

Coral S.A., which operates in the Cypriot market under the trading name Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee), was honoured at the 14th Invest Cyprus International Investment Awards, held on July 9, 2026, at the Hilton Nicosia. The event was held under the auspices of His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides. The […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 14:50

Turkey’s ousted opposition leader says preparing for possible new party

Turkey’s ousted main opposition CHP leader said on Wednesday that preparations are under way for the possible establishment of a new political party, but any formal step would wait until after ongoing legal proceedings. In May, a Turkish court annulled the Republican People’s Party’s (CHP) 2023 congress that elected Ozgur Ozel as chairman, citing irregularities. […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 14:48

Wife of Ryanair passenger nearly sucked out of dislodged window recalls incident

Svetlana Maksimovic and her husband Ljubisa Karovic had just settled into a Ryanair RYA.I flight last week when a loud bang pierced the hum of engines. Within seconds, she saw her 61-year-old husband being sucked out of the plane through a dislodged cabin window. In what Greek officials have described as a rare incident, Karovic, […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 14:43

Reform calls for ‘full security’ for lawmakers after Widdecombe’s murder

Britain’s populist Reform UK called on Wednesday for all lawmakers to be given “full security” if they want it after the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a prominent member of the party led by veteran Brexit campaigner, Nigel Farage. At a news conference, Zia Yusuf, Reform’s home affairs policy chief, accused other politicians and the media […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 14:27

Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation, Exinity power night of music, inclusion

Hundreds of people gathered in the heart of Nicosia on July 4, 2026, for Rocking Autism, an unforgettable evening of live music, community spirit and fundraising, made possible through the generous support of the Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation and Exinity, the event’s main sponsors. Held in the block outside True Heart Café, Cyprus’ first […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 14:21

Cyprus arrests three in international crypto fraud investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in Cyprus as part of an international investigation into an alleged cryptocurrency investment fraud network accused of defrauding hundreds of victims in Belgium and the Netherlands of tens of millions of euros. The arrests were confirmed by police on Wednesday following coordinated operations carried out across Cyprus, Belgium and Greece. […]

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Kıbrıs 15.07.2026 14:14

Young women in Cyprus outperform men in digital skills

Cyprus remained below the EU average for young people with at least basic digital skills in 2025, while recording the bloc’s widest gender gap in favour of young women, according to a report released on Wednesday by Eurostat. The EU’s statistical office reported that 63.9 per cent of people aged 16 to 24 in Cyprus […]

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