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President approves release of Kurdish activist Kenan Ayaz from prison

President Nikos Christodoulides has approved the release from prison of Kurdish activist Kenan Ayaz, concluding nearly three years of detention linked to his extradition and conviction in Germany. According to local media sources, the release request was signed by the president on Friday. Ayaz, who had returned to Cyprus in 2025 to serve the remainder […]

16.02.2026 10:58

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Government and shipowners pledge closer ties at new office opening

The Cyprus Union of Shipowners (CUS) inaugurated its new offices during a consecration ceremony attended by Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis, marking a new chapter for one of the island’s most established maritime organisations. The blessing was performed by Protopresbyter Michael Michael, while the presence of the deputy minister reflected the long-standing cooperation between the […]

16.02.2026 10:55

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Cypriot business community mourns death of Constantinos Shiacolas

Cypriot business organisations expressed sorrow over the death of prominent entrepreneur Constantinos Shiacolas, describing him as one of the most distinguished figures in the country’s construction and investment sectors. The Federation of Employers and Industrialists (Oev) said the pioneering businessman had been recognised for decades across the broader construction industry, earning international respect. At the […]

16.02.2026 10:47

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Two golds for Britain on ‘Super Sunday’

Britain became the first Olympic champions in the skeleton mixed team event when individual men’s champion Matt Weston produced a superlative performance as he and Tabitha Stoecker set a track record with the final run at the Milano Cortina Games on Sunday. Germans Axel Jungk and Susanne Kreher, who both earned silver in the singles, […]

16.02.2026 10:44

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Bowls Cyprus hosting match in Paphos

Bowls Cyprus will be competing in and hosting a Bowls Test match being held at The Aliathlon Bowls Club, Paphos between 9th March – 13th March 2026. Five countries will be competing for the Ladies Team Champions, Gents Team Champions and the overall Team Champions. The countries competing will be Jersey, Spain, Israel, Switzerland and […]

16.02.2026 10:37

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Youthful USA Stars prevail in new NBA All-Star Game format

With youth on its side, USA Stars outlasted all challengers to come out on top during the new-look NBA All-Star Game on Sunday. Tyrese Maxey scored nine points and Anthony Edwards added eight as USA Stars earned an easy 47-21 championship victory over USA Stripes. The three-team round-robin tournament of short 12-minute games also included […]

16.02.2026 10:35

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Letymbiotis dismisses criticism over Cyprus’ observer role at Trump’s Board of Peace

Government Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Monday denounced opposition party Akel’s criticism over the Republic’s participation at US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace meeting as an observer, saying it stemmed from the party’s “ideological obsession” and and bore no relation to reality. “The country’s foreign policy is not exercised with slogans, nor with reflexes of party […]

16.02.2026 10:27

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SGBCy receives International Awards for its payment systems

Societe Generale Bank Cyprus Ltd (SGBCy) has received two awards from major US financial institutions for two consecutive years, in recognition of high-quality performance in payments. More specifically, in 2024 J.P. Morgan has awarded SGBCy with the ‘2024 QUALITY RECOGNITION AWARD’ and in 2025 Bank of New York has awarded SGBCy with the ‘STP AWARD […]

16.02.2026 10:00

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UN global peacekeeping exhibition launches in Cyprus

An international photography exhibition launches right here in Cyprus this month, organised by the United Nations. The Through Her Lens exhibition, invites viewers to see peace through a different lens, celebrating International Women’s Day. Held at the Ledra Street crossing in Nicosia, the exhibition presents a powerful collection of photographs, which tell the untold stories […]

16.02.2026 09:52

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When is the principle of proportionality triggered?

The principle of proportionality is among the fundamental principles of modern public law and constitutes an integral element of the control of public power. Its operation, however, is neither unlimited nor autonomous. On the contrary, its application presupposes its integration into a specific normative, constitutional and procedural framework, which determines both the scope and the […]

16.02.2026 09:23

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Former FDA commissioner and US health secretary launch attack on ultraprocessed foods

The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in remarks that aired on Sunday. He said […]

16.02.2026 09:05

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Man alleged of robbing teen and attacking police officers in Limassol

A 39-year-old was arrested after allegedly threatening and robbing a 16-year-old with a knife and attacking two police officers in Limassol on Sunday. Police said they had been informed of a robbery at a kiosk in Limassol at around 2.45 in the afternoon, where they encountered 39-year-old man attacking a 16-year-old teenager. The officers then […]

16.02.2026 08:54

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Today’s weather: Mild and cloudy

The week gets off to mild and partly cloudy start with temperatures climbing to 22 degrees Celsius inland and on the coast and up to 17 degrees in the higher mountains. Northeasterly to southeasterly winds will blow at 3 to 4 on the Beaufort scale, occasionally strengthening to 5 Beaufort. The sea will be generally […]

16.02.2026 08:27

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Europe aims to rely less on US defence after Trump’s Greenland push

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reflected a feeling of profound change among European leaders at this weekend’s Munich Security Conference when she said: “Some lines have been crossed that cannot be uncrossed anymore”. Transatlantic ties have already been strained over the past year by Donald Trump’s return to the White House. But the […]

16.02.2026 08:14

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Cyprus achieves rare ‘decoupling’ of economic growth and emissions

Cyprus recorded a 5.2 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in the third quarter of 2025 compared with the second quarter of 2025, placing it among the EU countries that achieved notable declines, according to Eurostat. The largest reductions across the bloc were estimated in Estonia, where emissions dropped by 17.4 per cent, followed […]

16.02.2026 08:10

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Israeli cabinet approves West Bank land registration, Palestinians condemn ‘de-facto annexation’

IIsrael’s cabinet on Sunday approved further measures to tighten Israel’s control over the occupied West Bank and make it easier for settlers to buy land, a move Palestinians called a “de-facto annexation”. The West Bank is among the territories that Palestinians seek for a future independent state. Much of it is under Israeli military control, […]

16.02.2026 08:09

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Cyprus enterprises keep pace with EU shift to cloud services

Cyprus enterprises remained closely aligned with the European Union average in the use of paid cloud computing services during 2025, according to Eurostat. Specifically, the figures show that 51.38 per cent of enterprises in Cyprus used paid cloud computing services in 2025, covering online access to software, computing power and storage capacity. This compared with […]

16.02.2026 08:00

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Cyprus youth among top AI users as generative tools surge in 2025

Young people in Cyprus emerged as heavy users of generative artificial intelligence in 2025, with Eurostat data showing strong adoption among those aged 16 to 24 across the island. According to the data, 76.5 per cent of young people aged 16 to 24 in Cyprus used generative AI tools during 2025, placing the country well […]

16.02.2026 07:30

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Apple leads tablet market as global shipments rebound in 2025

The global tablet market continued its recovery in 2025, with shipments rising 9.8 per cent year-on-year to 162 million units, according to the latest research from Omdia. Momentum was particularly strong in the holiday quarter, with Q4 2025 shipments reaching 44 million units, up 9.8 per cent year-on-year. Central and Eastern Europe emerged as the […]

16.02.2026 07:00

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Cyprus to host high-level EU presidency forum on space and AI

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve), in partnership with the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence, will host a high-level forum on June 8, 2026, to explore the integration of space technology and artificial intelligence into the European economy. The event, titled “From Space to Solutions: Leveraging Space Technology, Earth Observation & AI for Real-World […]

16.02.2026 06:30

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AKEL criticize decision for Cyprus as observer in Trump’s “Peace Council”

Cyprus’ main opposition party, AKEL, criticized the government’s decision to participate as an observer in the so‑called “Peace Council,” calling it a dangerous shift in the country’s foreign policy. In a written statement, party spokesman Giorgos Koukoumas said the move represents a “historic backslide” for the Republic of Cyprus and carries “enormous risks.” He argued […]

16.02.2026 05:29

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The challenge: building common ground through dialogue between the leaders

Editorial by the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General, Ms. Maria Angela Holguin Almost a year ago in Geneva, in March 2025, both sides told the UN Secretary-General that they would commit to trust-building measures, which have yet to show any significant progress. In our last meeting on 17th January 2026, I brought the Greek Cypriot and […]

16.02.2026 05:10

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First mature European eels recorded in Cyprus rivers

Researchers have recorded mature European eels in Cyprus’ inland waters for the first time, marking what they describe as a significant moment for conservation efforts in the eastern Mediterranean. The study, led by Bournemouth University in collaboration with the University of the Highlands and Islands, the Cyprus University of Technology (Tepak) and the Environment Agency, […]

16.02.2026 04:24

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Crypto whales shift from XRP to Mutuum Finance (MUTM) amid market weakness

In a market that is experiencing persistent weakness and diminishing momentum for legacy tokens, big investors are adjusting their positions. Ripple’s XRP, which has been synonymous with high liquidity and institutional support, has seen its market position change. Recent on-chain activity has indicated that crypto whales are increasingly favoring Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new DeFi […]

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