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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:54

Russia charges Telegram founder Durov with aiding terrorism, he gives Moscow the finger

Russia said on Wednesday it had charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorist activity, alleging that his hugely popular messaging app was being used by Ukrainian spies to organise attacks inside Russia. In response, Telegram’s official account on X posted an image of the Russian-born billionaire making an obscene gesture with his middle finger. […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:51

‘I am more hopeful about a Cyprus solution than I was before Guterres came’

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Wednesday said that he is now “more hopeful” that a solution to the Cyprus problem can be achieved than he was before United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived on the island at the beginning of the week. “I see Guterres’ visit to the island as important and positive. I […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:33

Altamira Real Estate’s live auction at Latchi Panorama its most successful to date

Altamira Real Estate has successfully concluded another Live Bidding Event, this time at Latchi Panorama in Droushia, Paphos, with all 26 apartments within the development securing new owners. The event was the company’s most successful of its kind to date, attracting the highest level of participation ever recorded at one of its Live Bidding Events, […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:32

Cyprus revenues from Kronos gas project expected to stay modest

Gas field decision unlocks domestic energy opportunities, expert says The final investment decision to develop the Kronos natural gas field in block 6 of Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone offers an opportunity to exploit the area’s remaining gas reserves for the island’s domestic needs, according to energy expert Charles Ellinas. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:30

TV series to chill with in August

Best Medicine – August 4, Netflix Based on the long-running British comedy-drama series Doc Martin, Best Medicine tells the story of Dr Martin Best, a brilliant Boston surgeon who abandons his prestigious career after developing a fear of blood. Still wanting to practice medicine but with no obvious way forward, he decides to become the […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:21

Cypriot lawyer suing UK Met police and RSPCA over mistreatment of cat

Cypriot former human rights lawyer Katherine Theodotou, aged 79, said she would be suing the Met police and the royal society for the prevention of cruelty to animals (RSPCA) after her disabled cat was seized and died in foster care soon after. According to Theodotou, she was pushed to the ground violently when officers opened […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:12

Fire in Choletria brought under control, two homes saved

Two homes were saved from a wildfire near Choletria in the Paphos district on Wednesday afternoon as firefighters brought the blaze under control. Choletria community president Haris Pazaros told the Cyprus News Agency that the fire broke out in the Souskiou area, between Asprokremos and Choletria. He added that firefighting crews were in the area […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:04

How to create scroll-stopping TikTok ads with AI in 2026

Creating TikTok ads has never been easier—but creating ads that actually stop people from scrolling is still difficult. Every day, users swipe past hundreds of videos, and most ads disappear before anyone notices them. I learned that success has very little to do with making the most beautiful video. It comes from grabbing attention in […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:00

Fire brigade receives six new emergency response trailers

The fire service has received six enclosed trailer units equipped for technical rescue operations under the Epikentrosis project, co-funded by the European Union and national funds from Cyprus and Greece, the fire brigade said on Wednesday. One trailer will be assigned to each district’s fire directorate to strengthen response to natural and other disasters. The […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 15:00

Strong profitability expected for Eurobank, Bank of Cyprus and Alpha Bank

The Bank of Cyprus is expected to deliver another strong quarter, with analysts forecasting robust profitability and the potential for generous shareholder distributions, as Greek and Cypriot banks continue to benefit from credit expansion, resilient interest income and rising fee revenue. According to a report by Alpha Finance-AXIA, the findings of which were shared by […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:49

Cyprus problem substance ‘discussed for first time since Crans-Montana’

The “substance” of the Cyprus problem was discussed on Wednesday for the first time since negotiations collapsed in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana in 2017, President Nikos Christodoulides said after returning to the presidential palace from a tripartite meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman. “The important thing […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:41

The rise of the slow living lifestyle in Cyprus

Cyprus has changed a lot in the past few decades. Not only has the tourism sector grown by leaps and bounds, but the country has also seen a rise in urbanisation, driven by growth in other sectors. These and more changes have paved the way for a very busy lifestyle, akin to that in Western […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:40

New motorsport-inspired upgrades for Toyota GR Yaris

Toyota continues to develop the GR Yaris, proving that for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing, the refinement of a model never stops. The new, upgraded version of the top-of-the-range hot hatch incorporates a series of targeted changes, which stem directly from the company’s racing experience and are designed to offer even greater precision, better control and a […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:27

Daily Mail seeks interim £10 million payment after Prince Harry loses lawsuit

Associated Newspapers sought an interim payment of £10 million from Prince Harry and other high-profile claimants on Wednesday after they lost their privacy lawsuits against the Daily Mail publisher. Earlier this month, a judge at London’s High Court comprehensively ruled against Harry, singer Elton John and other high-profile British figures, rejecting allegations that the Mail […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:19

Next two years critical for Cyprus’ energy strategy, minister says

The next two years will be decisive for the future of Cyprus’ energy strategy as the country prepares to transition from gas discoveries to production, Energy Minister Michael Damianos said on Wednesday. Speaking at the World Congress of Overseas Cypriots in Nicosia, Damianos said Cyprus had reached “a pivotal point” in its energy journey, with […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:17

Netflix edges BBC as first choice for UK viewers

Netflix has edged ahead of the BBC as Britons’ first choice when deciding what to watch on television, media regulator Ofcom said on Wednesday, with 26% of viewers turning first to the U.S. streaming service compared with 25% for the BBC. Here are details from Ofcom’s annual Media Nations report: The regulator found ITV was […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:15

Fewer labour accidents in 2025

The number of labour accidents decreased by 7.2 per cent in 2025 compared to 2024, while compared to 2017 the total drop reached 55.3 per cent, the labour inspection department said on Wednesday. The most significant decrease in the accident index was recorded in the wholesale and retail sector with 15.2 per cent, followed by […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:10

Platania no longer a camping site

The Platania camping site is no longer considered or operating as a camping area, the forestry department announced on Wednesday. The department reminded the public that setting up any structure, including tents and caravans, in a state forest requires permission from the department’s director.

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 14:06

Education ministry launches consultation on teacher recruitment overhaul

The education ministry has sent education unions and other stakeholders a working document outlining its initial proposals to modernise Cyprus’ teacher recruitment system, launching a consultation process ahead of planned reforms. Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Wednesday the document sets out the ministry’s preliminary positions and should be viewed as the basis for a […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 13:54

Interior ministry defends removal of parents’ names from new ID cards

The interior ministry on Wednesday defended its decision to remove parents’ names from Cyprus’ new biometric identity cards, saying the move was based on recommendations from the children’s rights commissioner, the position previously adopted by a majority of political parties, European practice and international standards. In a statement issued amid growing political debate over the […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 13:41

Larnaca businessman remanded for €12m offences

A 62-year-old businessman was remanded for four days by the Larnaca district court on Wednesday in connection with ten serious offences under investigation, from which he allegedly gained €12 million. The offences under investigation include conspiracy to commit a felony, extortion by false pretences, preparing documents without authority, forgery and the circulation of forged documents. […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 13:23

Cyprus wins long-term easyJet contract

Larnaca facility to support easyJet fleet under new long-term deal Aircraft maintenance firm Bird Aviation announced on Wednesday that it has signed a long-term agreement with low-cost airline easyJet to provide scheduled aircraft maintenance services at its facilities in Larnaca, strengthening Cyprus’ position as a regional aviation maintenance hub. The agreement has an initial duration […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 13:18

Audit office criticises scholarship approvals made without funding

The Cyprus State Scholarships Foundation (IKYK) was slammed by the Audit Office on Wednesday for approving scholarships without first securing the necessary funding. The office said the decision created financial commitments that exceeded the organisation’s available budget and highlighted weaknesses in its governance. In a special report published on Wednesday covering the period 2019-2024, the […]

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Kıbrıs 29.07.2026 13:00

Lidl Cyprus’ successful summer wellness roadshow, “Lidl Better Living Days,” is coming to a close in Larnaka

Following its successful stop in Paralimni, Lidl Cyprus’ summer wellness roadshow will conclude its journey at Lidl Aradippou on July 31 and August 1. Lidl Better Living Days is in its final week and is making preparations for its last stop of its summer journey. Following Nicosia, Pafos, Limassol and Paralimni, Lidl Cyprus’ successful summer […]

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