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Business leaders debate Europe’s economic future with competitiveness in focus

Europe’s drive to strengthen competitiveness and economic resilience came into sharp focus on Thursday during a meeting of the Eurochambres presidency in Nicosia. The meeting took place at the premises of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve), bringing together senior leaders of the European chambers network and top officials of the Republic of […]

29.01.2026 13:34

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Disy’s Limassol branch defends embattled MP Sykas

Disy’s Limassol branch issued a firm defence of the presumption of innocence regarding MP Nikos Sykas after his exclusion from the election ballot over an allegation of domestic violence. In a statement issued on Thursday, the branch said it condemned violence “unequivocally, without exceptions”, but stressed that judgment belongs solely to the justice system and […]

29.01.2026 13:10

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Cyprus tech association elects new board of directors

The Cyprus Information Technology Enterprises Association (CITEA), a member of the Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev), held its annual general meetingthis week, during which elections were conducted for its board of directors for the 2026–2027 term. Following the vote, GM Powersoft Insights, represented by George Malekkos, was elected president, while Antonia Michael of IBM was […]

29.01.2026 13:02

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Supreme Sabalenka crushes Svitolina to reach Australian Open final

Aryna Sabalenka swept to her fourth successive Australian Open final with a 6-2 6-3 win over Ukrainian Elina Svitolina on Thursday in a semi-final overshadowed by geopolitical tension. Top-seeded Belarusian Sabalenka will bid for a third crown at Melbourne Park in four years and fifth Grand Slam title overall against the winner of the late […]

29.01.2026 13:01

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Forestry department to amend law on state land after audit report

The forestry department announced on Thursday it is preparing amendments to modernise the framework regarding the leasing of state forest land, following scrutiny triggered by a critical audit report. In a statement, the department said it agrees on the need to update the institutional framework and is working on changes aimed at addressing problems identified […]

29.01.2026 12:40

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Lidl Cyprus supports fifth mind REset initiative to showcase kids’ green ideas

The mind REset educational environmental initiative of Junior Achievement Cyprus, with Lidl Cyprus as its strategic partner, once again held the programme’s Trade Fair, inviting the public to visit Metropolis Mall in Larnaca and witness firsthand the student teams that transformed creativity into solutions with social and environmental impact. The initiative was carried out in […]

29.01.2026 12:39

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Limassol remains most expensive city in Cyprus as housing costs soar

Limassol continues to set the cost benchmark in Cyprus, driven primarily by sustained pressure on housing, while higher prices also extend into restaurants, leisure and private services, according to Numbeo’s cost-of-living data compiled over the past year. The latest update, dated January 2026 and based on 737 entries from 83 contributors, places Limassol ahead of […]

29.01.2026 12:34

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Cypriot firm wins three awards for use of AI and data in real estate analytics

Cypriot real estate analytics firm Ask Wire secured two Gold Awards and a Platinum distinction at the AI and Data Awards 2026, held recently in Athens, for its practical application of artificial intelligence and data analytics. According to the announcement, the company won Gold in the categories ‘Best Use of AI/Data for Business Transformation’ and […]

29.01.2026 12:31

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Restaurant review: When the weekend began tastefully

Parklane’s La Petite Maison Limassol’s warmer winter sun sliced right through Nicosia’s moody clouds -a coastal fix for my winter blues. A day out here mends any mood, but my visit to La Petite Maison (LPM) inside the luxurious Parklane Hotel elevated it further. This elegant space fuses traditional French coastal charm with Mediterranean flair: earthy […]

29.01.2026 12:27

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Kennels for stray cats to be installed in Paralimni

Kennels for stray cats were installed at various locations in Paralimni and Dherynia by the local municipality. “Animal welfare is an indicator of culture and social sensitivity and, with everyone’s cooperation, we can make a difference for the benefit of both animals and our community,” the municipality said. The kennels were installed at Paralimni municipal […]

29.01.2026 12:23

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Christodoulides pitches Cyprus as EU business gateway at Eurochambers meeting

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday outlined Cyprus’ business, trade and competitiveness priorities at the Eurochambers presidency meeting hosted by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) in Nicosia. Addressing the gathering of the Brussels-based network, which represents 1,700 regional and local chambers across the EU, Christodoulides framed Cyprus’ agenda as closely aligned with the […]

29.01.2026 12:07

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Christodoulides says Pakistan ‘broke silent process’ over Unficyp mandate renewal

Pakistan “has broken the silent process” of the United Nations security council’s renewal of the mandate of its peacekeeping force in Cyprus (Unficyp), President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday. “What I have been informed of this morning is that Pakistan has broken the silent process in which the resolution was put, has advanced some comments, […]

29.01.2026 12:07

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Hilton Nicosia offers couples elegant, romantic Valentine’s Day experience

The most romantic time of the year is approaching, and Hilton Nicosia invites couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a specially designed hospitality and fine dining experience, aligned with the high standards of quality and aesthetics that characterise the Hilton Group worldwide. The capital’s only Hilton is presenting a specially designed Valentine’s Package, which combines […]

29.01.2026 11:50

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Students find their voice at Xenion High School Youth Poetry Slam

On January 22, 2026, Xenion High School hosted the Second Youth Poetry Slam, bringing together young voices from Xenion High School, the Heritage Private School Limassol and the American Academy Larnaca. Students from across the country gathered for the event which saw poetry transformed from something written by students in silence and solitude, into something […]

29.01.2026 11:30

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Deposed Paphos bishop demands warrant to have office searched

Deposed Paphos bishop Tychikos on Thursday said that the police cannot search his office at the bishopric without a warrant, after Archbishop Georgios informed him on Wednesday that officers would carry out a search of both his flat and office. Conducting a search without first acquiring a warrant, he said, would “constitute an arbitrary act”, […]

29.01.2026 11:21

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Cyprus’ GDP growth to hold above 3 per cent despite global uncertainty

Cyprus’ economic growth rate is expected to remain broadly stable in the coming years, the University of Cyprus’ Economics Research Centre said in its January outlook. According to the centre’s latest report, growth is forecast to reach 3.5 per cent in 2026 and 3.4 per cent in 2027. In the January issue, it said the […]

29.01.2026 11:11

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Salamis Lines’ largest cargo ship Patris arrives in Limassol

The Ro-Ro cargo vessel Patris, the largest ship ever operated by Salamis Lines, arrived at Limassol port on Wednesday, completing its scheduled voyage from Greece as part of the company’s regional freight rotation in the Eastern Mediterranean. The Cypriot-flagged vessel docked at around 08.40 UTC (10.40 local time), according to shipping data, and remained in […]

29.01.2026 11:04

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Alpha Bank Cyprus reward scheme winners bound for Barcelona, PortAventura

Alpha Bank Cyprus concludes the new cycle of the Alpha Spend & Win rewards scheme, by announcing the winners of the December draw. Two lucky Bank Customers will enjoy a travel package for two to Barcelona and the world-famous PortAventura theme park, for unique moments of joy and entertainment. The packages include airfare, accommodation in […]

29.01.2026 11:00

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Lakkotrypis filed more than ten private sector work applications after leaving office

Former energy minister Georgios Lakkotrypis submitted more than ten applications for special permission to work in the private sector during the mandatory two-year hiatus after leaving his ministerial post, sources close to the matter said on Thursday. The sources told the Cyprus Mail that applications were filed between July 2020, when Lakkotrypis left the energy […]

29.01.2026 10:55

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Next enlarged Cyprus meeting ‘when conditions are ripe’, Gerapetritis says

The next enlarged meeting on the Cyprus problem will take place “when conditions are ripe”, Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis said. Speaking after a meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, he said that “when conditions are ripe and there is some tangible development on the issues we have before us today and which have […]

29.01.2026 10:42

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Vote to renew Unficyp mandate delayed until Friday

The United Nations security council’s vote on whether to extend the mandate of the UN’s peacekeeping force in Cyprus (Unficyp) for another year has been delayed until Friday. It had been initially foreseen that the vote would take place on Thursday at 3pm New York time, 10pm Cyprus time, but the vote has now been […]

29.01.2026 10:25

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Pafos exit with heads held high despite heartbreak

A thumping 4-1 victory over Slavia Prague in the Champions League was not enough for Pafos to qualify for the knockout stages as the Cyprus champions were eliminated only due to an inferior goal difference than Bodo/Glimt and Benfica. Pafos ended the eight-match league phase in 26th place, with 9 points, the same as Bodo/Glimt […]

29.01.2026 10:22

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Cyprus startups invited to MWC Open Innovation Challenge 2026

The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) Cyprus has issued an invitation for local small and medium-sized enterprises and startups to participate in the upcoming MWC Open Innovation Challenge 2026. This international business matchmaking event is organised by ACCIÓ, a department of the Catalan Government’s Ministry of Enterprise and Labour. The invitation was circulated in Cyprus by […]

29.01.2026 10:02

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Suspect in murder of 26-year-old faces trial in Paphos

The suspect alleged of murdering 26-year-old Alexandros Antoniou  in the Paphos district village of Konia in November will appear before Paphos criminal court on Thursday. The 58-year-old, who remained in custody at the central prison in Nicosia as was, will be transferred to Paphos for the continuation of his trial at 9am. The Paphos district […]

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