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EU energy mix shifts as natural gas and renewables show growth

The supply of natural gas and renewable energy across the European Union grew during 2025, while the use of coal and petroleum products saw a continued decline, according to preliminary data released by Eurostat this week. The supply of natural gas increased by 2.3 per cent compared with 2024, amounting to approximately 13.1 million terajoules, […]

05.07.2026 07:00

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Foreign takeover offers for UK companies hit $231 billion in 2026

A rush of foreign bids for UK companies has put Britain on track to outstrip all previous records for dealmaking in 2026, with the total ​value of offers for the country’s companies rising 210 per cent from this time last year to more than $231 ‌billion so far. Bids for Britain’s Intertek (ITRK.L), Schroders (SDR.L) […]

05.07.2026 06:00

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Cyprus wants 85,000 electric vehicles by 2030, but how?

A small island nation that takes merely a couple hours to drive across, Cyprus has consistently had one of the lowest electric vehicle adoption rates in Europe but recent data is looking increasingly positive. It is Cyprus’ goal, according to Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades, to have 85,000 electric vehicles on the roads by 2030. Vafeades […]

05.07.2026 04:24

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Kylian Mbappe’s penalty lifts France past Paraguay into quarterfinals

France knew what they were up against with a Paraguay side that would do everything in their power to rattle the two-time World Champions. And eventually, they overcame it. Kylian Mbappe converted from the spot in the 70th minute for his 19th career World Cup goal and seventh of this tournament as France outlasted Paraguay […]

05.07.2026 04:00

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Morocco reach quarter-finals as co-hosts Canada knocked out

Azzedine Ounahi’s second-half brace helped Morocco overcome a tepid start for a 3-0 victory over Canada in Houston on Saturday to advance to the quarterfinals for a second straight World Cup. Morocco, unbeaten in 34 matches, plays June 9 in Boston against the winner of the France-Paraguay match from later Saturday. Ounahi gave Morocco the […]

04.07.2026 22:14

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Doubles players angry at proposed ATP cuts

Doubles players have reacted angrily to suggestions that the ATP Tour plans to reduce the size of draws and prize money at tournaments with British player Julian Cash accusing the organisation of trying to kill off part of the sport. Under plans discussed this week, doubles draws at ATP 1000 events would be halved to […]

04.07.2026 19:14

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Argentina’s hard-fought win over Cape Verde raises questions

Argentina advanced to the World Cup last 16 with a 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde, but the reigning champions left the match with new doubts after being pushed to the brink by the tournament debutants. Cape Verde twice came from behind and exposed vulnerabilities in the South American team before defender Cristian Romero’s header, […]

04.07.2026 19:04

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Rising star Eala topples holder Swiatek to reach Wimbledon last 16

Iga Swiatek’s Wimbledon title defence went up in smoke as the Polish third seed fell 7‑6(9) 6-2 to rising Filipina Alexandra Eala in the third round after a fierce gladiatorial battle at the All England Club on Saturday. Last year’s triumph ended years of questions about Swiatek’s ability to master the sport’s fastest surface, yet […]

04.07.2026 18:15

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Williams sisters pull out of Wimbledon doubles after Serena injury

Serena Williams pulled out of her Wimbledon doubles campaign alongside sister Venus after sustaining a knee injury during her opening-round singles defeat, stripping the Saturday draw of a major headline act on American Independence Day. Serena announced the news on social media alongside a video of herself limping with strapping on her right leg, and […]

04.07.2026 18:14

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Ake leaves Man City after six seasons to join Fenerbahce

Nathan Ake has joined Turkish side Fenerbahce, subject to international clearance, bringing an end to a highly successful six-year spell at Manchester City, the Premier League club said on Saturday. “It’s been a privilege to represent Manchester City over the past six years and I’m so grateful to have been part of a special team,” […]

04.07.2026 17:56

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Earthquake felt in Limassol

An earthquake measuring 2.2 on the Richter scale occurred in Limassol on Saturday afternoon. According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 8.4 kilometres at around 3.20pm local time. Locals reported light trembling.

04.07.2026 17:46

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India’s 15-year-old batting sensation Sooryavanshi makes senior debut against England

India batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest player to represent the country after receiving his maiden international cap ahead of Saturday’s Twenty20 International against England in Manchester, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record. The left-hander was presented his cap by teammate Tilak Varma before the start of the match, becoming India’s 122nd men’s T20 international […]

04.07.2026 17:45

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Iranians flock to week-long funeral rites for Khamenei

Mourners thronged a vast prayer complex in Tehran on Saturday as the week-long funeral ceremonies of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began with the national anthem, religious eulogies and readings from the Koran. Iran is staging mass funeral processions for Khamenei – whose 37-year reign was brought to an end in February by the […]

04.07.2026 17:26

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Property issue can only be solved through ‘sincerity’

The Greek Cypriot leadership continues efforts to instrumentalise the law for political purposes in matters relating to property, Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said on Saturday. “The property issue is not only a problem for Greek Cypriots, but also for Turkish Cypriots – and the solution is through sincerity,” he said. Erhurman said that the […]

04.07.2026 17:23

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Brazil face Haaland and Norway hoodoo in World Cup last 16

Brazil have spent decades collecting World Cup wins like precious stones but on Sunday in New Jersey they run into opponents who stubbornly refuse to join the pile – Norway. The record five-times champions, chasing a sixth title, face Erling Haaland, Martin Odegaard and a Norwegian side who are the only team Brazil have played […]

04.07.2026 17:09

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Scientists seek clues to longevity from three Brazilian sisters over 100

What is the secret to a long life? Three Brazilian sisters with a combined age of 316, who were named by Guinness this month ​as the oldest living trio of siblings in the world, may help researchers find ‌out. The DNA Longevo Project, a study led by scientist Mayana Zatz from the University of Sao […]

04.07.2026 15:30

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Can tidying your Cyprus home improve your mental health?

A friend found it in their mailbox. A small brown envelope, unaddressed, seemingly promotional but sporting a handwritten message, the writing calligraphic in its symmetry and the obvious care taken: ‘A calmer home starts here’. Inside – on thick, glossy cream-coloured paper, like a menu at the better class of restaurant – was the heading […]

04.07.2026 15:30

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Man remanded after drugs, explosives and weapons found

A 57-year-old man was on Saturday remanded for eight days by the Larnaca district court over the alleged possession of drugs, explosives and weapons. His remand followed police seizing a pistol, seven full pistol cartridges, improvised explosive devices, a quantity of gunpowder, approximately 210g of cannabis plant material, approximately 70g of cocaine, 5g of cannabis […]

04.07.2026 15:24

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‘We do not accept partition as a solution’

The division of the island cannot be a solution to the Cyprus problem, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said on Saturday, speaking at an event for the fallen and missing in Serres, Greece. “Fifty-two years later, the Greek Cypriot community continues to experience the tragic consequences of the barbaric Turkish invasion. Fifty-two years later, the refugees […]

04.07.2026 14:33

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Plant-based comfort food

Hearty Mushroom & Green Lentil Stew This mushroom and green lentil stew is the kind of recipe that demonstrates that plant-based cooking can be every bit as comforting and deeply satisfying as any other approach. The technique that makes this stew exceptional is patience with the mushrooms at the beginning of the recipe! The mushrooms […]

04.07.2026 14:30

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Simple meal reflects national identity

La Bandera, meaning the flag, is widely regarded as the quintessential daily meal of the Dominican Republic, reflecting the colours and rhythms of national identity through a simple yet balanced plate of rice, beans and meat. Its origins lie in the colonial and post-colonial blending of Spanish culinary traditions with African and Taino influences, which […]

04.07.2026 14:15

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Authority begins within

When most people think of authority, they picture a person with a high-ranking job, a university degree, wealth or social status. While these things may give someone power, they do not automatically earn respect. We have all met people with impressive titles who nobody trusts, and others with no special position whom everyone naturally listens […]

04.07.2026 14:00

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St Petersburg region port, oil terminal hit in major Ukrainian drone attack

Russia’s second city of St Petersburg and the surrounding Leningrad region came under a large Ukrainian drone attack overnight on Saturday, with a local port and oil infrastructure struck, Russian and Ukrainian authorities said. St Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov said the city of 6 million had been subjected to a “large-scale” drone attack, with the […]

04.07.2026 13:56

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Man arrested driving 16 times legal limit

A 36-year-old man was on Friday evening arrested for driving in Xylofagou with a blood alcohol level of 150µg, no license and no insurance, police said on Saturday. A breathalyzer test performed on the driver showed a final reading of 150 µg, well above the legal limit of 9µg. The 36-year-old was arrested and taken […]

04.07.2026 13:43

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