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Cyprus crowned Southern Europe’s top innovation business hub

Cyprus ranked 15th globally and first in Southern Europe for its innovation business environment, according to the Innovators Business Environment Index 2026 published by StartupBlink. The ranking positions Cyprus as an emerging innovation hub, reflecting strong performance across taxation, incentives and overall market attractiveness. According to the index, Cyprus achieved first place in the European […]

27.01.2026 16:49

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Deep fake videos legislation submitted to House

Akel submitted a bill to the House commerce committee on Tuesday aimed at addressing the harmful use of artificial intelligence and ‘deep fake’ videos. Presenting the proposal, Akel MP Christos Christofides said the bill is modelled on Danish legislation and recognises as a distinct legal right every person’s ownership of their face, voice and other […]

27.01.2026 16:45

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Ex-Olympic snowboarder on FBI’s ‘Top 10 Most Wanted’ list, pleads not guilty to drug charges

Ryan Wedding, a Canadian former Olympic snowboarder accused of turning to a life of crime as a murderous cocaine-trafficking kingpin, pleaded not guilty on Monday to all 17 felony charges against him in two U.S. grand jury indictments. Wedding, 44, entered his plea during an arraignment in U.S. District Court in Santa Ana, California, several […]

27.01.2026 16:23

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Holguin promises tripartite meeting will be ‘of substance’

United Nations envoy Maria Angela Holguin on Tuesday promised that Wednesday’s tripartite meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman will be “of substance”. Speaking after a one-on-one meeting with Erhurman, she said that on Wednesday, “we are to take a look at both sides’ concerns about the way that we will […]

27.01.2026 16:11

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Netinfo expands share capital, updates investor holdings

Listed company Netinfo Plc will introduce additional shares on the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE), according to a market announcement released on Tuesday. The Cyprus Stock Exchange announced that it has approved the admission of 192,310 ordinary shares of Netinfo Plc, to be granted free of charge to the company’s group staff. These shares were approved […]

27.01.2026 16:04

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Plans to expand Kouklia desalination plant discussed

The expansion of the Kouklia desalination plant, set for an increase in capacity of up to 30,000m³, and the installation of an additional mobile desalination plant in Polis Chrysochous are currently being discussed with the agriculture ministry, Paphos district governor Charalambos Pittokopitis said on Tuesday. “The recent rains, although they do not solve the problem, […]

27.01.2026 15:47

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Fidias apologises for ‘loonies’ comment, points finger at political opponents

Social media influencer and MEP Fidias Panayiotou on Tuesday apologised for calling paralympic athletes “loonies”, though he did at the same time suggest that there may have been political motivations behind those who criticised him for his use of language. “The first thing I want to say is that I should not have used this […]

27.01.2026 15:31

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Young people working to create a better future

By Karen Taylor Youth is the most active and vital force in any society; the hopes of a country and the future of a nation lie in the hands of its young generation. This was emphasised by Chinese President Xi Jinping recently, who has long emphasised the vital role of youth in China’s modernisation efforts. […]

27.01.2026 15:30

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Spain will host 2030 World Cup final, says RFEF president

Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) President Rafael Louzan has said that Spain will stage the final of the 2030 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Morocco wants to stage the game in Casablanca at the Grand Stade Hassan II, a huge stadium currently under construction north of the city. World soccer’s […]

27.01.2026 15:28

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Germany must seek new global partners, says economy minister

Germany must seek new partners in light of a changing global order, the country’s economy minister said on Tuesday, referring to deteriorated relations with the United States that have resulted in painful import tariffs. “The world has become more uncertain, and alliances that we have trusted and relied on are beginning to crumble,” Katherina Reiche […]

27.01.2026 15:21

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Akel submits bill to abolish social support agency

Akel submitted a bill to parliament on Tuesday calling for the abolition of the social support agency within three months and the transfer of its responsibilities and resources to the state scholarships foundation. Presenting the proposal, Akel general secretary Stefanos Stefanou said the bill, co-signed by Disy MP Kyriakos Hadjiyiannis and Independent MP Alexandra Attalides, […]

27.01.2026 15:12

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Man remanded over motorcycle theft, and attack against police officer

A 25-year-old Limassol man was remanded for four days on Tuesday by the Limassol district court in connection with a series of incidents involving motorcycle theft, assault, threats, knife possession and attacking a police officer. At around 4pm on Monday, police received a tip about an unknown person pushing a motorcycle that had been reported […]

27.01.2026 15:02

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Carnival of hearts: A three-day celebration of love and festivity at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort – don’t miss it!

Book your stay now and live the three-day experience to the fullest. Click HERE Experience the ultimate blend of romance and carnival magic at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort with the Carnival of Hearts – a captivating three-day celebration designed for couples, families, and friends alike. Friday, 13 February – Kick off the festivities […]

27.01.2026 14:56

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Recent rains provide relief to Kato Pyrgos

The Kato Pyrgos dam in Tylliria overflowed on Monday after days of rain saw it reach full capacity over the weekend. “We express our particular satisfaction with the overflow of the dam, as three months ago the cleaning work was completed,” Kato Pyrgos mayor Nikos Kleanthous said. The cleaning works were carried out in October, […]

27.01.2026 14:33

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India and EU reach landmark trade deal

India and the European Union struck a long‑delayed deal on Tuesday that will slash tariffs on most goods, aiming to boost two‑way trade and reduce reliance on the United States amid growing global trade tensions. The deal is expected to double EU exports to India by 2032 by eliminating or reducing tariffs in 96.6% of […]

27.01.2026 14:31

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Dive into the mystery: murder mystery games for groups

Are you ready for an evening full of suspense, mystery, and a touch of drama? A murder mystery game is the perfect way to surprise your friends, family, or colleagues with an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re a seasoned detective or just looking for a fun activity, murder mystery games offer something for everyone. Why murder […]

27.01.2026 14:20

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‘Very deep poverty’ in Britain hits record high

Poverty in Britain has deepened, according to a report released on Tuesday, with approximately 6.8 million people now living in “very deep poverty”, the highest level in three decades. “Very deep poverty” refers to households with an after-housing-costs income below 40% of the UK median, amounting to around 16,400 pounds a year for a couple […]

27.01.2026 14:20

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Remand after man with 15kg tobacco stopped at Ledra Street crossing

A Romanian national was remanded for two days by Nicosia district court on Tuesday, a day after he was arrested at the Ledra Street crossing point during routine checks of pedestrians. Customs officers selected the individual, who was carrying two pieces of luggage from the north to the south, for inspection. The luggage was found […]

27.01.2026 14:18

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After 844 days, Israelis to turn off clock marking time since October 7 attack

A clock in a Tel Aviv square that became a rallying point for Israelis demanding the release of hostages taken during the October 2023 Hamas attack will be turned off on Tuesday, 844 days after it began counting their captivity. The shutdown follows the discovery in Gaza of the body of the last remaining hostage, […]

27.01.2026 14:15

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Cyprus study permits rise, but skilled migration remains at zero

Cyprus recorded zero EU Blue Card authorisations for highly skilled non-EU workers in 2024, according to Eurostat’s latest migration and asylum in Europe report. The publication examines migration and asylum trends across the European Union, with a focus on migration flows, population by citizenship, migrant skills, international protection and irregular migration. EU Blue Cards are […]

27.01.2026 13:40

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Cyprus petroleum sales rise in December

The total sales of petroleum products in Cyprus rose by 4.9 per cent in December 2025 compared with the same month a year earlier, data released by the Statistical Service (Cystat) showed on Tuesday. Total volumes reached 123,274 tonnes, supported mainly by strong increases in marine and aviation fuels. The sharpest rise was recorded in […]

27.01.2026 13:26

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Tersefanou attempted murder case sent to criminal court

A 33-year-old man accused of attempting to murder a 40-year-old in Tersefanou on January 18 was on Tuesday referred for direct trial before the Larnaca criminal court. The court is set to convene on March 12, with the 33-year-old remaining in custody until then, a decision his defence attorney did not contest. The suspect is […]

27.01.2026 13:22

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Ports authority unveils €41.5m plan to expand Latchi port

The Cyprus Ports Authority (CPA) has outlined plans to upgrade and expand the port of Latchi, aiming to increase its capacity to more than 500 fishing and recreational vessels, after submitting an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and an ecological assessment to the environmental department.  The project, described as ambitious, consists of a series of individual works with a total estimated cost […]

27.01.2026 13:13

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Larnaca parents warn of overcrowded schools and demand upgrades

Building new schools in Larnaca is imperative, the head of the city’s parents’ association, Costas Costa, said on Monday, stressing that all classrooms must be equipped with air conditioning by May and that no further delays will be accepted. Costa said the association met the education minister on January 22 to discuss severe overcrowding in […]

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