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Britain to work with Microsoft to build deepfake detection system

Britain will work with Microsoft, academics and experts to develop a system to spot deepfake material online, the government said on Thursday, as it moves to set standards for tackling harmful and deceptive AI-generated content. While manipulated material has circulated online for decades, the rapid adoption of generative AI chatbots – made possible through the […]

06.02.2026 06:00

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Shell misses profit expectations, but keeps buyback pace

Shell missed fourth-quarter profit expectations on Thursday with an 11 per cent drop to the lowest level since early 2021 amid weaker oil prices, but kept its bumper share buyback programme. Shareholders of oil majors have become used to huge buybacks, but lower oil and gas prices ahead of an expected crude and liquefied natural […]

06.02.2026 05:30

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MP raises alarm after old trees cut down in Troodos forest

Member of parliament Alexandra Attalides, who belongs to Volt, on Thursday sounded the alarm over the felling of old black pine trees in a Natura 2000 protected area in the Troodos mountains. Speaking during the day’s House audit committee session, she described the incident as “most worrying”, and said that the trees had been felled […]

06.02.2026 04:25

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Our View: Minister should not have bowed to pressure over Phedonos

Phedonas Phedonos was suspended from the post of Paphos mayor by decree of the interior minister, who was given the authority to axe mayors by the new local government law that was approved a few years ago. This law gives the interior minister, an unelected official, power to remove an elected official like a mayor […]

06.02.2026 04:20

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World Economic Forum investigates its CEO over Epstein links

The World Economic Forum has launched an independent investigation into its CEO Borge Brende to clarify his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the organisation said on Thursday. The Geneva-based organiser of the Davos summit said it was looking into disclosures from the U.S. Justice Department that showed Brende had had three business dinners with […]

05.02.2026 22:45

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Stiffer fines for fly-tipping, but enforcement remains a problem

The House on Thursday passed a law providing for stiffer fines for fly-tipping, but at the same time MPs cautioned that lax enforcement makes the legislation a dud. The bill amending the Waste Law passed with 29 votes in favour, four against. Under the changes, the out-of-court fine issued by an inspector goes from €4,000 […]

05.02.2026 22:19

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Aglandjia’s Joey Carnival returns bigger than ever

Music, dancing and thousands of costumed revellers will take over the streets of Nicosia on February 15, as the Joey Carnival of Aglandjia 2026 prepares to welcome more than 8,000 participants under the reign of actor Michalis Sofokleous as King of Carnival. At a Thursday conference, Nicosia mayor Charalambos Prountzos announced that the family-friendly, dog-welcoming […]

05.02.2026 20:58

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Akamas excavations reveal prehistoric coastal life

Archaeologists at Drouseia-Skloinikia on the Akamas peninsula have unearthed a treasure trove of stone tools, beads, shells and bones, some dating back 8,000 years, offering a rare glimpse into the island’s prehistoric past. The 2025 excavation was led by Dr Theodora Moutsiou of the University of Cyprus, in collaboration with Dr Christian Reepmeyer of the […]

05.02.2026 20:54

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Trump says retains right to ‘militarily’ secure Chagos airbase

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said he retained the right to “militarily secure” a joint US-UK airbase in the Chagos Archipelago following “productive” discussions with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. “I understand that the deal Prime Minister Starmer has made, according to many, the best he could make,” Trump said in a post on […]

05.02.2026 20:47

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Cyprus must reduce water consumption by 10 per cent by 2030

Cyprus’ agriculture minister and the European Commissioner for the Environment stressed on Thursday the need to reduce water consumption throughout the EU and particularly in Cyprus, as part of the European strategy for water resilience. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou and visiting EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall discussed water resilience, the circular economy, the simplification of environmental legislation and […]

05.02.2026 20:33

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Activists plan new, bigger flotilla to try to bring aid to Gaza

Activists behind a flotilla intercepted at sea last year by Israel while trying to bring aid to Gaza will try again this year, expecting more than twice as many boats carrying up to 1,000 medics, they said on Thursday. The Israeli military halted the roughly 40 boats in the Global Sumud Flotilla last October as they attempted to reach blockaded Gaza, […]

05.02.2026 20:28

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As treaty expires, Russia says it’s still ready to talk to US on nuclear limits

Russia said on Thursday it regretted the expiry of its last remaining nuclear arms treaty with the United States but was still ready to talk, raising the possibility of a last-minute deal to preserve limits on deployment of the world’s deadliest weapons. Axios reported that negotiations had been taking place over the past 24 hours in Abu Dhabi […]

05.02.2026 20:01

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Christodoulides marks ‘three years of clear, ambitious goals’

The government envisions making Cyprus resilient and robust both domestically and overseas, President Nikos Christodoulides said Thursday in his annual ‘state of the union’ address. In the televised speech, broadcast on television and online, Christodoulides took stock of the three years of his administration, and outlined 55 planned actions for 2026. Christodoulides assumed office on […]

05.02.2026 20:00

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Event celebrates two years of Yalla Collective

Yalla Collective Space & Café in downtown Nicosia turns two and hosts a community birthday celebration and raffle event this Saturday. A full programme will unfold from 4pm onwards with activities for children, a DJ party later in the evening and a support raffle with prizes from local businesses. “Yalla is turning two this year,” […]

05.02.2026 19:44

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MPs ponder zero-alcohol limit for young drivers

Draft legislation proposing a zero-alcohol limit for young drivers, learner drivers and individuals driving without a licence was discussed at the House transport committee on Thursday afternoon. Legislation will be submitted to Parliament within the next two weeks. Transport committee chairman and Dipa MP, Alekos Tryfonidis, reiterated the significant impact of the legislation, which he […]

05.02.2026 18:35

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Top crypto to buy for new investors in 2026: Why Mutuum Finance (MUTM) beats Ripple (XRP)

Ripple (XRP) has long been viewed as a beginner-friendly asset thanks to its liquidity, brand recognition, and established role in cross-border payments. However, in 2026, analysts suggest that XRP’s large market cap may limit its upside potential for new investors seeking outsized returns. This has led many to reassess the top crypto to buy, shifting […]

05.02.2026 18:19

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Ioannides warns of crackdown on migrant smuggling networks

Combating illegal migrant smuggling remains a daily operational challenge, deputy migration minister Nicholas Ioannides admitted on Thursday, Speaking at Europol’s joint parliamentary scrutiny meeting, Ioannides said the government had delivered measurable results, with pending asylum applications also declining after years of sustained pressure on the system. He said the effort would continue at both a […]

05.02.2026 17:51

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‘Wherever you are, Kotsovolos’: making shopping for daily needs easy, flexible

The way people live, move, and meet their daily needs has changed. In this new everyday life, Kotsovolos is present with a clear message: “Wherever you are, Kotsovolos.” A message that reflects the company’s timeless commitment to an easy and flexible shopping and service experience. Kotsovolos operates as a comprehensive ecosystem of physical and digital […]

05.02.2026 17:42

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IASIS Private Hospital achieves CHKS international accreditation

Iasis Private Hospital, a member of the Leptos Group, is pleased to announce that it has achieved accreditation in accordance with internationally recognised CHKS Healthcare Accreditation Standards, one of the most respected certifications for quality and safety in the healthcare sector. The CHKS accreditation confirms that the Hospital meets strict international standards in quality management, […]

05.02.2026 17:26

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Fire in Larnaca apartment

A fire broke out on the second floor in a three-storey apartment in Larnaca on Thursday afternoon and a tenant had to be treated for smoke inhalation. Fire department spokesman Andreas Kettis said that three fire trucks from Larnaca fire station responded to extinguish the fire in the living room area. An ambulance arrived on […]

05.02.2026 17:08

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Fire in Limassol building

A fire broke out in an old building in the centre of Limassol at noon on Thursday The fire department said the fire appeared to have started during roof insulation work in a building near Tepak. No one was injured. Andreas Kettis, fire department spokesman, said that four fire trucks extinguished the fire. Tenants of […]

05.02.2026 17:03

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House plans restrictions on foreign nationals buying real estate

Parliament on Thursday indicated its intention to pass legislation by May restricting the acquisition of real estate by foreign nationals. The intention is to amend the relevant law by May, before the House dissolves ahead of the parliamentary elections. So far, MPs have tabled three bills introducing restrictions on the sale of properties to foreign […]

05.02.2026 16:52

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Allegations of intimidation at CyBC

Serious allegations of intimidation within Cyprus’ public broadcaster were aired in the House on Thursday, as MPs examined claims that a senior CyBC official sought to pressure a board member to keep Elmos Neocleous as director-general. The complaint was submitted to the House interior committee by the union Sidikek-Peo, through its representative Christodoulos Christodoulou, who […]

05.02.2026 16:22

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Safety fears raised over RES battery storage plant plans

The construction of a planned power storage station for renewable energy in the Rotseri area of Alambra may pose risks to public health and the environment, the Federation of Environmental Organisations (Opok) warned on Thursday. “[The permits were granted] without substantial information or consultation with the local community, the municipality or the local government,” Opok […]

05.02.2026 16:17

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