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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:08

Second arrest made over Nicosia robbery investigation

Police arrested a second suspect on Monday in connection with a robbery investigation linked to an incident in Nicosia earlier this month. The 21-year-old was taken into custody to assist with enquiries relating to a robbery committed on May 9, police said. Authorities confirmed that a 32-year-old man had already been arrested in connection with […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:04

Ten arrested in overnight police crackdown

Ten people were arrested during targeted police operations carried out across on Sunday night, with offences including drug possession, robbery, stabbing and traffic violations. Police said the arrests formed part of “preventive policing operations” aimed at crime prevention and public safety. According to a police statement issued on Monday, officers stopped 580 vehicles for inspection […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 09:02

Digital banks are reshaping monetary policy transmission, says ECB analyst

Digital banks are reshaping the transmission of monetary policy across the euro area, according to European Central Bank (ECB) monetary policy adviser Katarzyna Budnik. In a recently-published piece of analysis, Budnik found that compared with traditional branch-based institutions, digital banks adjust deposit rates more quickly, while showing a slower response in lending rates. As banking […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:58

Gender equality tied to maritime excellence as shipping sector modernises

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) is using this year’s International Day for Women in Maritime to press a sharper message, gender equality in shipping can no longer remain a policy ambition, but must become part of how the industry operates every day. Marked on May 18, the day is being held under the theme ‘From […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:57

Police deny any arrest warrant has been issued for Drousiotis

Police have categorically denied that the matter of issuing an arrest warrant against journalist Makarios Drousiotis was never raised in connection with an ongoing case linked to complaints he has made publicly. In a statement issued on Monday following media reports and allegations circulated online, police said that “such a warrant was never issued and […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:46

Two arrested in Paphos over alleged murder plot and death threats

Police arrested a 30-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman in Paphos on Monday as part of an investigation into alleged conspiracy offences and written threats direct towards the individual with who they intended to kill. Investigators secured arrest warrants against both suspects following the complaint. The 30-year-old man was arrested during the early hours of […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:41

Police arrest 29 illegal immigrants in nationwide operation

Police arrested 29 third country nationals residing illegally in Cyprus during a nationwide operation carried out on Sunday night by members of the immigration services. In a statement issued on Monday, police said the arrests formed part of ongoing efforts to identify and remove individuals living unlawfully in the republic. Authorities said that since the […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:35

Dust clears as rain and storms forecast for midweek

High cloud, strong winds and a risk of rain and isolated storms are expected across Cyprus over the coming days, with temperatures set to fall below seasonal averages by Wednesday. The met office said on Monday that light dust affecting the atmosphere earlier in the day would gradually clear, while increased high cloud would continue […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:32

Regulatory safeguards essential for Cyprus electricity market, expert warns

The launch of Cyprus’ competitive electricity market represents an important modernisation step, but stronger regulatory safeguards are essential to prevent market distortions and protect consumers, according to energy expert Andreas Poullikkas. Poullikkas, professor of energy systems at Frederick University and former chairman of the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (CERA), said the transition towards competition in […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:11

UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on

A drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, officials there said on Sunday, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Iran must act “fast” after efforts to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran appeared to have stalled. Emirati officials said […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:04

Cuba accuses US of fabrication after Axios report alleging drone threat

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez accused the U.S. on Sunday of fabricating a “fraudulent case” to justify economic sanctions and potential military intervention. The minister’s comments followed a report by Axios on Sunday, citing classified intelligence, which said Cuba had acquired more than 300 military drones. “Cuba neither threatens nor desires war,” Rodriguez said in […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 08:00

From Bali to Brussels: remote work is reshaping Europe’s regions

As digital nomads rethink where to live, researchers are exploring whether their choices can help close Europe’s urban–rural divide. New research suggests the shift to remote working could support rural regions, but only where infrastructure and policy align. By Anthony King Mandy Fransz was working a nine‑to‑five office job in Dublin for a big American […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 07:30

Gaming displays lead monitor sector revival with 50 per cent growth surge

Global desktop monitor shipments reached a total of 133.4 million units in 2025, according to a report from market intelligence firm Omdia, marking a recovery from previous post-pandemic disruptions. This expansion represents a 4.3 per cent year-on-year growth and reflects the evolution of monitors into high-value tools for environments dominated by laptops. Gaming monitors have […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 07:00

Euro becomes lead currency for European primary good imports in 2025

The euro served as the primary currency for extra-EU imports of primary goods, excluding petroleum, during the year 2025, according to a report from Eurostat. This leading position was marked by a 47.4 per cent share of the market, placing the single currency just ahead of the US dollar, which accounted for 45.0 per cent. […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 06:30

Euro area financial integration improves despite structural fragmentation

Financial integration in the euro area has improved markedly since late 2022 due to resilient market functioning, according to a report from the European Central Bank (ECB). The latest findings on financial integration and structure show that price-based and quantity-based indicators have risen to levels exceeding their historical averages. This positive trend has been underpinned […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 04:24

Liopetri fishing shelter and an old familiar story

The upgrade of Liopetri fishing shelter (Potamos Liopetriou) isn’t the most extreme example of a scenic spot being altered – some will say destroyed – in Cyprus. It’s not even the most extreme in its area, which is also the area of Ayia Thekla and the Ayia Napa marina. Still, it’s notable for two reasons. […]

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Kıbrıs 18.05.2026 04:20

Does the truth matter anymore?

Last Sunday Arsenal played West Ham in the English Premier League. It was a hugely important game with Arsenal needing a win to lead the table two points ahead of Manchester City. Any other outcome meant that the league was going to be wide open with two matches left to play. The score stood at […]

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Kıbrıs 17.05.2026 17:40

Verstappen’s Nuerburgring 24hrs hopes dashed by driveshaft failure

Max Verstappen’s hopes of winning the Nuerburgring 24 Hours endurance race on his debut were dashed by a late driveshaft failure that put him out of contention on Sunday after leading for several hours. Red Bull’s four-times Formula One world champion was sharing a Mercedes-AMG GT3 car at the German circuit with Spaniard Dani Juncadella, […]

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Kıbrıs 17.05.2026 17:35

The new Guterres initiative and what it means for Cyprus

By Nikolas Xenofontos UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, after the last Christodoulides-Erhurman meeting on May 8, appears to be placing the new initiative on the Cyprus problem after the parliamentary elections and after the completion of the Cypriot presidency of the Council of the EU. And this is because the Cyprus problem does not move in […]

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Kıbrıs 17.05.2026 17:00

Fernandes equals league assist record in United’s 3-2 win over Forest

Manchester United secured a 3-2 Premier League victory over Nottingham Forest in their final home game of a resurgent season on Sunday, with the club on the cusp of confirming Michael Carrick as their permanent manager. Luke Shaw, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo scored, while captain Bruno Fernandes equalled the league record for assists in […]

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Kıbrıs 17.05.2026 16:57

Napoli secure Champions League spot as Juventus stumble against Fiorentina

A 3-0 win over Pisa secured second-placed Napoli a place in the Champions League on Sunday, while Juventus suffered a shock 2-0 home loss to 10-man Fiorentina to drop from third to sixth in the Serie A standings. AC Milan moved up to third with a 2-1 win over Genoa. AS Roma’s 2-0 win over […]

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Kıbrıs 17.05.2026 16:52

‘No room for more losses,’ education minister says at road safety event

Education Minister Athena Michaelidou called for a collective effort to improve road safety and change attitudes towards driving behaviour, saying Cyprus could not afford “any more losses”. Speaking at a road safety event in the Troodos mountain village of Gourri on Sunday, Michaelidou said it was necessary “to join forces and cultivate a culture of […]

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Kıbrıs 17.05.2026 16:28

Federal funding for Trump’s ballroom in jeopardy after Senate ruling

A U.S. Senate official on Saturday removed security funding that could be used for President Donald Trump’s planned White House ballroom from a massive spending package, Democratic lawmakers said, imperiling Republican efforts to devote taxpayer money to the contentious project. The decision by the Senate’s parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, deals a blow to Trump and his […]

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Kıbrıs 17.05.2026 16:24

Woman fined after customs seize untaxed tobacco at Ledra crossing

Customs officers seized untaxed tobacco products and a vehicle from a Romanian woman stopped at the Ledra street crossing on Sunday, authorities said. According to the customs department, the woman had previously been involved in dozens of cases relating to the transport of tobacco products from the north. The woman was stopped during routine checks […]

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