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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 12:00

Building beyond buildings and putting people first

Cyprus has built fast over the past decade. Towers have gone up, neighbourhoods have changed and real estate has become one of the island’s most visible growth stories. But for Eleftheria Voskaridou, the more important question is no longer what is being built, but how these projects are changing the way people live. The founder […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 11:57

Police ready to help independent Mafia State probe

The police are ready to begin investigations into the Mafia State case as soon as the appointment of independent criminal investigators is published in the government’s official gazette. Police spokesman Vyron Vyronos told the Cyprus News Agency on Tuesday that the force was waiting for the appointment to be made official so that the independent […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 11:54

Defence minister welcomes new conscripts, assures families

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Tuesday assured families that respect for every new conscript’s dignity is “non-negotiable” as the enlistment process for the 2026 intake got under way. Speaking during a visit to the Christos Samaras military camp in Athalassa, Palmas said the coming days marked an important milestone for the recruits, their families, the […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 11:32

Erhurman denies Ayia Napa assault victim has died

Tufan Erhurman dismissed social media rumours claiming that the Turkish Cypriot man seriously injured in an assault in Ayia Napa had died, confirming that he remains alive but in critical condition. In a post on social media on Tuesday, Erhurman said he contacted the Turkish Cypriot co-chair of the bicommunal technical committee on health, Durriye […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 11:16

EAC unions to escalate industrial action from Thursday

Trade unions representing workers at the Electricity Authority of Cyprus will escalate their industrial action from Thursday, while insisting that electricity generation will continue uninterrupted. Speaking to CyBC radio on Tuesday, Kyriacos Tafounas, president of the trade union for employees at Epopai, said only essential safety personnel would be on duty at the authority’s power stations […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 11:16

Frederick University launches recruitment for its new School of Medicine following agreement with The University of Manchester

Leadership team with international expertise appointed: Frederick University has announced the launch of recruitment for its new School of Medicine with a call for expressions of interest for academic leadership and faculty positions. The opportunities include academic appointments at all ranks, as well as a number of academic leadership positions. The recruitment launch marks a […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 11:04

Europe’s next growth challenge isn’t creating more startups – it’s helping more businesses succeed

Across Europe, entrepreneurship continues to attract significant political, academic and commercial attention. Governments have introduced startup incentives, universities have expanded entrepreneurship programmes and private investors continue supporting innovative businesses. Yet an important question deserves greater attention. Is creating more businesses enough? The long-term strength of an economy depends not simply on how many companies are […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 11:00

Can Vasilikos LNG import project still achieve its original objective?

When Cyprus approved the Vasilikos LNG import project in 2019, the rationale appeared compelling. Importing natural gas promised to reduce electricity prices, lower carbon emissions, improve security of energy supply, diversify the country’s fuel mix and enable compliance with increasingly stringent European environmental legislation. It was also expected to facilitate the liberalisation of the electricity […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 10:37

No clear favourites for World Cup, says Argentina’s Scaloni ahead of Egypt clash

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni believes this World Cup has been a great leveller where traditional powerhouses are struggling to assert their dominance. Defending champions Argentina go into their World Cup last-16 tie with Egypt on Tuesday on the back of a major scare against Cape Verde. Scaloni’s side won all three group games and were […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 10:33

US crashes out of World Cup as storm over Trump interference overshadows tournament

The United States tumbled out of the World Cup on Monday, beaten emphatically by Belgium in a match overshadowed by allegations of political interference by U.S. President Donald Trump on behalf of the co-hosts. U.S. leading goalscorer ​Folarin Balogun was allowed to play in the match after Trump asked the head of football’s governing body, […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 10:31

Djokovic and Osaka eye Wimbledon glory as quarters begin

Wimbledon moves into its quarter-finals on Tuesday, with 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic taking on third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime, while Naomi Osaka, fresh off a win over world number one Aryna Sabalenka, faces Karolina Muchova. TOP MEN’S MATCH: FELIX AUGER-ALIASSIME V NOVAK DJOKOVIC Djokovic’s scrappy win over Roman Safiullin in the round of 16 […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 10:00

The Danish Flying Superkids tour Cyprus this week

This show is exactly as it sounds. A group of talented children from Denmark who can fly high, twist and turn, land in Cyprus for a unique acrobatic circus-musical show. Flying Superkids has toured more than 35 countries since 1967 and this week, it is Cyprus’ turn to enjoy the show and be wowed by […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 09:44

Livadia areas without water on Tuesday

Areas of Livadia in Larnaca are without water on Tuesday as works continue to improve the water supply network. Larnaca’s EOA said the supply would be restored by 3pm. Until then, consumers are urged to use water sparingly. The water cut is affecting areas near the Grigoris Afxentiou and Kyriacos Matsi avenues, as well as […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 09:18

Tyres set on fire in middle of busy Limassol road

Tyres were set on fire in the middle of a busy road in Yermasoyia, Limassol, on Monday night, with police launching a hunt for the perpetrators. The police said the fire started just before midnight on Monday. Masked individuals, who the police believe were youngsters, appear to have piled tyres in the road and set […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 09:15

Manzambi the man to watch as Swiss take on Colombia

With one goal conceded at the World Cup so far, Colombia’s defence is one of the stingiest at the tournament, but it will face its toughest test yet against 20-year-old breakout star Johan Manzambi and Switzerland in their last-16 clash at Vancouver’s BC Place on Tuesday. Manzambi started the tournament as a substitute for the […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 08:42

Trees dying across Cyprus, forestry department taking measures

Trees are dying across the island due to climate change, prolonged drought over the past years and extreme temperatures, the forestry department said on Tuesday, following posts on social media showing dead trees at the Athalassa national forest park. The department said the phenomenon was not the result of negligence on behalf of the authorities, […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 08:30

Russian banks face vulnerability as war economy strains resources

Russia risks an “explosive” banking crisis because lenders are shouldering much of the burden of the country’s war economy, a European state intelligence report seen ​by Reuters has warned, as the European Union readies a raft of new sanctions. The two-page document, which was prepared in recent weeks to inform European officials about the state […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 08:22

Man arrested for Monday’s attempted armed robbery

A 33-year-old was arrested overnight following Monday’s attempted armed robbery in Larnaca, in which the owner was injured after being hit on the head with a gun. During a search of the suspect’s residence, the police found ammunition and evidence linked to the case. The police also located the vehicle believed to have been used […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 08:07

NYT: Trump expected to back Turkey’s return to F-35 program

President Donald Trump is expected to tell Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan that he is prepared to allow the country to rejoin the F-35 stealth fighter program, the New York Times reported on Monday, citing four senior administration officials. The report comes as Trump heads to Ankara for a NATO summit, where he is expected […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 08:03

Nine arrested in overnight operations, 92 booked for speeding

Nine individuals were arrested during overnight police operations across Cyprus, for offences including theft, drugs and illegal residence in the Republic. The police pulled over 602 vehicles, checked 741 drivers and passengers, and filed 249 reports, of which 92 were for speeding and one for driving under the influence of drugs. Four vehicles were impounded. […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 08:00

Cyprus leads European retail growth in May

Cyprus recorded the highest monthly increase in the volume of retail trade among European Union member states during May 2026, according to the latest figures published by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. Cyprus saw its retail trade volume grow by 3.7 per cent between April 2026 and May 2026, marking a significant […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 07:58

Bomb explodes outside culture centre in Limassol

A bomb exploded at 3.30am at the entrance of a cultural centre in Limassol, causing damage to the two-storey building’s facade and a nearby car. The police said the area has been cordoned off and is being guarded to facilitate investigations. The authorities are examining CCTV footage in an effort to identify the perpetrators.

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 07:58

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fire missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz Axios reports

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fired at least two missiles at commercial ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials. Two commercial ships suffered significant damage but had no casualties, the report said, citing a U.S. official. Separately, Britain’s maritime security agency said a tanker caught fire after being […]

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Kıbrıs 07.07.2026 07:50

Sunny for most of the day, thunderstorms in the afternoon

Tuesday starts off sunny with temperatures peaking at 36C inland, 32C along the coast and 26C in the highest mountains. Clouds will start forming in the afternoon, with scattered showers, isolated thunderstorms and possibly hailstones, mainly inland and in the mountains. Winds will be a southwest to northwest gentle to moderate breeze of 3 to […]

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