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Opening ceremony of Cyprus’ presidency of the EU Council

The heads of state, government and European institutions are currently being welcomed at the Thoc theatre in Nicosia by President Nikos Christodoulides, and the First Lady, Philippa Karsera, for the opening ceremony of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU. The secretary-general of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, and his wife Laila […]

07.01.2026 18:36

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Analysts compare a new $0.04 DeFi Crypto to early Ethereum (ETH)

Ethereum’s early years are a reference point for how quickly a crypto asset can reprice once real usage starts building. ETH began as a new on-chain platform with limited access and a small market footprint, then expanded into the foundation for DeFi and a large part of today’s on-chain economy. In 2026, analysts are drawing […]

07.01.2026 18:10

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Lebanese President Aoun in Cyprus for EU presidency

President Nikos Christodoulides held a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia ahead of the opening ceremony of Cyprus’ EU Council presidency on Wednesday. “It is our fifth meeting since your election, which is a clear indication not only of our personal friendship but also of the level of relations […]

07.01.2026 18:04

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Pony dies at Christmas event, Animal Party calls for investigation

The Cyprus Animal Party has made serious allegations following the death of a pony during a Christmas event, citing a lack of checks and investigations by the competent authorities. According to the party’s complaint, individuals transported two ponies to Prastio Kellakiou, following a decision by the community council, for festive activities held on December 12 […]

07.01.2026 18:03

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Tio Ellinas signed by Quanloop racing for triple Porsche programme in 2026

Quanloop EST1 Racing has signed Cypriot driver Tio Ellinas to a full triple Porsche programme for the 2026 season, marking Cyprus’ return to representation across multiple Porsche championships. Ellinas will contest the Porsche Sprint Challenge Southern Europe, Porsche Carrera Cup Benelux and Porsche Carrera Cup France, racing in the ‘Pro’ category in all three series. […]

07.01.2026 17:17

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Christodoulides hosts Ukraine meeting ahead of EU presidency ceremony

Just a couple of hours before Cyprus officially assumes the EU presidency on Wednesday, Nikos Christodoulides hosted a meeting at the presidential palace with the participation of the presidents of the European Commission and the EU council, Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, with Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenskiy. The only topic on the agenda […]

07.01.2026 16:39

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Airline launches new year sale with discounts of up to 26 per cent

Budget airline Wizz Air has announced the launch of its new year’s sale, offering discounted fares of up to 26 per cent on 5 million seats across its network for a limited time. The airline confirmed that the promotion applies across the WIZZ network, covering multiple routes operated by the carrier. The sale marks the […]

07.01.2026 16:07

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Patient airlifted from merchant ship south of Limassol

A patient was airlifted from a merchant vessel on Wednesday by the rescue coordination centre in Larnaca. The operation was launched at 11.45am when the vessel was sailing around 90 nautical miles south of Limassol. A helicopter from the 460th medical squadron of the national guard was deployed to carry out the evacuation. A specialised […]

07.01.2026 16:06

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UN’s Diagne arrives in New York to brief security council

United Nations special representative in Cyprus Khassim Diagne has arrived in New York and is set to brief the security council regarding the state of affairs on the island, according to reports on Wednesday. The Cyprus News Agency reported that Diagne will first brief representatives of countries which contribute soldiers and police to the UN’s […]

07.01.2026 15:53

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Restaurant review: Sunday roast hard to improve on

With the winter weather bringing colder temperatures, our craving for warm, hearty dishes increases. Nothing says winter food more than a traditional roast dinner. It has been ages since we went out for a roast. For transparency, I am not a huge fan, as very often a carvery buffet can be lukewarm, or if a […]

07.01.2026 15:30

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‘The promise that remains’: BAF residency scheme sees first group show

The Beauty Line Art Foundation (BAF) presents the group exhibition “The promise that remains”, which is opening in the heart of Nicosia as the culmination of a two-month residency programme implemented in the Foundation’s studios. The exhibition emerged from the open call “You promised me love” and turns its gaze not to the promise itself, […]

07.01.2026 15:19

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UN Cyprus good offices budget to be cut by more than a third

The budget of the United Nations’ good offices in Cyprus is to be cut by more than a third this year, with the proposed budget for next year $1.2 million (€1m) smaller than that of last year, the Cyprus Mail understands. Sources from the UN said the new budget constitutes a 37.7 per cent reduction […]

07.01.2026 15:05

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Vehicle road tax renewals close March 11

Vehicle road tax renewals have officially opened, with the final deadline set for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at midnight. Licences can be renewed for three, six, nine, or twelve months. The Road Transport Department has warned that renewals submitted after the deadline will incur a €10 surcharge plus 10 per cent of the registration fee […]

07.01.2026 14:51

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Assault allegation against Disy MP Sykas reportedly withdrawn

A complaint of assault filed against Disy MP Nikos Sykas by his own wife has allegedly been withdrawn, local media reported on Wednesday. The complaint had been filed on January 4 with Limassol police and concerned an alleged incident of violence while the couple were in Athens over the new year period. Following the report, […]

07.01.2026 14:44

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CBC launches formal dialogue with Cyprus business sectors

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) announced on Wednesday the launch of the first institutionalised dialogue with representatives of key sectors of the Cypriot economy. The aim of this new initiative is to strengthen policy-making through structured engagement with the business community. According to the CBC, the initiative establishes regular dialogues between the Central Bank […]

07.01.2026 14:38

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Cyprus gears up for tougher tax enforcement

With the new year underway, the tax department is moving to apply a tougher enforcement framework, as tax reform measures aimed at improving compliance and collectability take effect. According to the legislation approved by parliament and published in the Official Gazette of the Republic, authorities concluded that existing enforcement tools were no longer sufficient to […]

07.01.2026 14:02

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Iran’s top judge warns protesters of ‘no leniency’ as unrest persists

Iran’s top judge warned protesters on Wednesday there would be “no leniency for those who help the enemy against the Islamic Republic”, while accusing Israel and the U.S. of pursuing hybrid methods to disrupt the country. Tehran is under international pressure with U.S. President Donald Trump threatening to come to the aid of protesters if […]

07.01.2026 14:00

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Russia sends submarine to escort tanker the US tried to seize off Venezuela

Russia has deployed a submarine and other naval vessels to escort an empty, ageing oil tanker that has been trying to evade the U.S. blockade near Venezuela, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing a U.S. official. The tanker, formerly known as Bella 1, has been evading interception since the U.S. Coast Guard attempted to board […]

07.01.2026 13:57

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Western Europe braces for another wave of snow and ice

Western Europe braced for more snow and ice on Wednesday, with the first named storm of the year hitting the continent’s Atlantic coast. More flights were cancelled, train services disrupted and roads blocked as storm Goretti advanced across the region. Heavy snow hit the Paris region as daylight broke, while the south of Britain is […]

07.01.2026 13:53

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Christodoulides promises closer EU-Egypt relations

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday promised to bring the European Union “closer to Egypt” during Cyprus’ six-month term as the holder of the Council of the EU’s rotating presidency. “One of the key priorities of our presidency is to bring the EU closer to the region, closer to Egypt,” he told Egyptian Petroleum Minister Karim […]

07.01.2026 13:52

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Cyprus public sector to begin remote work on 20-day annual limit

Working from home in the public sector will begin on a limited basis this year, with civil servants allowed to work away from the office for up to 20 days in 2026, following a decision by the Cabinet. The move marks the first phase of a gradual rollout, aimed at ensuring a smooth transition for […]

07.01.2026 13:31

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Cyprus records lowest inflation in eurozone at 0.1 per cent

Cyprus recorded the lowest inflation rate in the eurozone in December, with consumer prices estimated to have risen by 0.1 per cent year on year, unchanged from November, according to preliminary data released by Eurostat on Wednesday. The figure contrasts with developments at euro area level, where annual inflation is expected to have eased to 2 per cent […]

07.01.2026 13:23

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Objections to new witnesses at German’s property usurpation trial

The trial of German real estate agent Eva Isabella Kunzel – who faces charges of usurping Greek Cypriot property in the north – continued on Wednesday in Nicosia, with objections being raised concerning the constitutional right to a fair trial. Prosecution lawyer Anna Mattheou presented arguments to justify calling in additional witnesses, including a police […]

07.01.2026 13:21

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439 affordable homes planned across Cyprus

Hundreds of below-market price homes are on the way across Cyprus, with construction already under way on part of the 439-unit affordable housing programme by the Cyprus Land Development Organisation (Koag). The developments, aimed at eligible applicants, span multiple districts and are at different stages of delivery, from active construction to imminent launches and completed […]

07.01.2026 13:14

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