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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 12:14

Kyrgyzstan warns Cyprus that EU sanctions may harm country

Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev on Monday warned his Cypriot counterpart Constantinos Kombos that the European Union’s “intensification” of its sanctions on Russia may harm the central Asian country, as Kombos embarked on the fourth and final leg of his tour of the region. According to Kyrgyzstan’s foreign ministry, Zheenbek “expressed concern over the possible […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 11:43

Egypt chase first World Cup win with Salah still key

When Egypt’s all-time leading scorer Hossam Hassan headed the winner against Algeria to send his country to the 1990 World Cup, frenzied celebrations erupted across the soccer-mad nation. Nearly four decades later, the 59-year-old has guided Egypt to the 2026 finals as coach but qualification this time was met with far less emotion, with supporters […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 11:33

Belgium’s new generation no longer bear burden of expectation

For a decade, Belgium’s ‘golden generation’ offered the promise of a major title without any return but now that a new-look squad have shaken off the past’s burden of expectation, they could prove World Cup spoilers. Belgium’s squad for the tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States does boast remnants of the group that […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 11:20

Govt to report ‘interference’ with ministerial aircraft by Turkish Cypriots

The government plans to report what it described as “interference” with communications between air traffic control and aircraft carrying ministers from Greece, France, and the Netherlands on the part of the Turkish Cypriot authorities as the three aircraft approached Cyprus, presidential press office director Victor Papadopoulos said on Monday. “The Republic of Cyprus will report […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 11:18

Japan aim for breakthrough after high-profile wins

Japan travel to their eighth successive World Cup finals on the back of several high-profile victories and with coach Hajime Moriyasu bullish about their chances of reaching the tournament’s latter stages. The four-times Asian champions secured friendly wins over Brazil and England during the last eight months but in four appearances in the World Cup […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 11:06

BoC, Federation of Nicosia Primary Schools’ Parents’ Associations enter strategic tie

With the aim of strengthening ties with the school and parent community and developing initiatives with meaningful social impact, Bank of Cyprus (BoC) and the Federation of Nicosia Primary Schools’ Parents’ Associations announce the establishment of a strategic partnership. The collaboration lays the foundations for a stable and structured partnership focused on supporting education, empowering […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 11:01

Pancyprian exams ‘the beginning for children’, minister says

Education Minister Athena Michaelidou on Monday stressed that the Pancyprian examinations are not “the end” for children taking them, but a new beginning, as she visited a high school in Nicosia to mark the beginning of exam season. “We’re simply conveying the message that this isn’t the end — it’s the beginning for the children,” […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 10:50

Lidl Cyprus renews green commitment: responsibility grows, actions multiply

With a consistency that characterises its sustainability strategy, Lidl Cyprus continues to implement actions with a substantial impact, renewing its commitment to the environment and society. This year, the company’s successful campaign, with its timeless message “The greater you are, the greater your responsibility” returns to highlight the steady progress and new, enhanced results of […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 10:36

PM Starmer set to ban ‘harmful’ social media for under-16s

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce a ban on “harmful” online platforms for children under 16 while maintaining access to some safer forms of social media, the Times newspaper reported on Monday. Starmer, who is due to make a speech later on Monday, is said to have decided to proceed with restrictions after […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 10:32

Holguin ‘preparing’ for enlarged Cyprus meeting

United Nations envoy Maria Angela Holguin on Monday said that the groundwork is being laid for an enlarged meeting on the Cyprus problem to be held, involving the island’s two sides, its three guarantor powers, Greece, Turkey, and the United Kingdom, and the UN. “We are preparing for a five-plus-one meeting with the secretary-general [Antonio […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 10:30

Nine injured in shooting near England’s World Cup base camp

Nine people sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a shooting near England’s World Cup base camp in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday, days before the tournament is due to kick off. Kansas City police said there were no suspects in custody and that at least three of the shooting victims were transported to local hospitals. The incident […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 10:25

Iran’s World Cup team arrive in Tijuana with US tensions high

Iran’s national soccer team arrived in Tijuana early on Sunday ahead of three World Cup matches in the United States, amid tensions that have turned the world’s biggest sporting event into a soft-power contest between the warring countries. The squad touched down shortly after 5 am (1200 GMT) in the Mexican city, across the border […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 10:07

Supply chain resilience is vital, says executive

Procurement professionals must prioritise trusted relationships and supply chain resilience, rather than focusing solely on cost reduction, Maria Theodosiou, Managing Director of GenPro, said at a GenPro event held during Posidonia. Speaking at the event, themed ‘End-to-End Connections’, Theodosiou said the topic captured the essence of modern procurement and supply chain management, describing the sector […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 10:00

New location and theme for season’s last Fork Food Market

The summer season may be just beginning but for Nicosia’s popular Fork Food Markets, it is coming to an end. For its final event of the summer, it teams up with Telethon to support its mission to help patients and families affected by neurological and other degenerative disorders through care and research programmes. On June […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 09:56

Bean Bar: summer drinks with attitude!

Bean Bar is welcoming the summer season with even more joyful vibes, refreshing surprises and vibrant colours! Staying true to its commitment to brightening everyday moments with enthusiasm and good vibes, the popular coffee chain is once again launching four limited-edition beverages set to become this season’s ultimate summer obsession. Three fresh fruit juices and […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 09:40

North denies ‘harassing’ Dendias’ aircraft

Reports that Turkish Cypriot air traffic controllers “harassed” the aircraft on which Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias was flying to Cyprus overnight are “misrepresentations” of the truth, Turkish Cypriot air traffic controllers’ trade union leader Kursad Hudaverdioglu said on Monday. It had been reported that the control tower at Ercan (Tymbou) airport had “interfered” with […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 09:33

Sir Stelios marks Pedoulas return with pledge to support local needs

Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou returned to Pedoulas on June 6, marking his first visit in 16 years to the mountain village where his father, Loucas Haji-Ioannou, was born. The visit was described as a deeply personal return to his family roots, bringing him back to a community closely linked to his childhood memories, family heritage and […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 09:27

Are social media platforms liable for dangers of doomscrolling?

The continuous exposure to negative or distressing news online, widely known as doomscrolling, has become a well-recognised phenomenon with significant psychological and social implications. Anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and social isolation are increasingly associated with the systematic consumption of such content. Beyond its psychological dimension, the phenomenon raises substantial legal questions, particularly as to whether digital […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 09:23

Ukraine set to dominate as EU defence ministers convene in Nicosia

The ongoing war in Ukraine is set to dominate proceedings on Monday, with the European Union’s 27 defence ministers having descended on Nicosia for an informal meeting of the European foreign affairs council (Fac) in its defence configuration. Kaja Kallas, the EU’s foreign policy chief, said upon her arrival in Cyprus’ capital that the three […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 08:58

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement unifies shore and marine HR under new leadership

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) has appointed Elena Pantazidou as Chief People Officer, effective June 1, 2026, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer. As a member of BSM’s Management Board, Pantazidou joined the company in 2010 and has held a number of leadership roles across the organisation. In her new position, she will continue to oversee […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 08:48

Pickup truck collides with stationary car on motorway hard shoulder

A pickup truck collided with a car which was stationary on the hard shoulder of the motorway connecting Larnaca and the island’s east on Monday morning. According to the police, the collision occurred at around 5am on the motorway’s westbound carriageway near the Larnaca suburb of Livadia. There were no people in the stationary car […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 08:40

Fire breaks out in car near Paphos

A fire broke out in a car in the Paphos district village of Tremithousa during the early hours of Monday morning. According to the police, the fire broke out at around 4.30am, with officers arriving on the scene shortly afterwards to begin their investigations into the matter. The police have not yet disclosed the extent […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 08:37

Zelenskiy’s letter to Putin was intended for other ears

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s open letter offering face-to-face peace talks to end the war in Ukraine was addressed to Russian President Vladimir Putin but meant to echo through the corridors of this week’s St Petersburg investment forum, and beyond. Zelenskiy published the letter on Thursday evening as Putin briefed foreign news editors at Russia’s premier business event. The […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 08:26

Netanyahu does what he always does: makes minor concessions

“The war is over,” US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Congress last Tuesday, but it isn’t. In the Persian Gulf there is a sort-of ceasefire between the United States and Iran that is reluctantly observed by Israel too, but there are air strikes between American and Iranian forces around the Gulf on most days. […]

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