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Nvidia results to test technology sector after shaky start to 2026

The technology stock trade has stumbled out of the starting block in 2026, stemming from pressure from artificial intelligence disruption fears and the allure of groups that have lagged, but the broader market may struggle to make substantial gains without the heavyweight sector’s help. Nvidia’s (NVDA.O) quarterly report on Wednesday looms as the next test […]

25.02.2026 13:34

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British energy bills fall but remain 30 per cent above pre-crisis levels

Most British households will see lower energy bills from April, energy regulator Ofgem said on Wednesday after cutting its price cap by 7 per cent under government measures to ease costs. The move follows plans set out in last year’s budget to shift some renewable energy costs to general taxation and scrap a scheme requiring […]

25.02.2026 13:17

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Mafia State probe findings to be announced after elections

New delays in delivering the last part of a report by the authority against corruption on Mafia State – a book by investigative journalist Makarios Droushiotis – are expected to be announced on Thursday. Although the final version will probably be ready before the parliamentary elections, the findings of the report will be made public […]

25.02.2026 13:08

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Same FMD virus strain as the north confirmed in Republic cases

The veterinary services confirmed on Wednesday that the foot-and-mouth disease virus detected in livestock units in government-controlled areas is of the same serotype as that circulating in the north. The confirmation followed specialised laboratory tests, validating concerns that the outbreak is epidemiologically linked to cases identified in the north since December. Speaking at the crisis […]

25.02.2026 12:48

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Emergency compensation as foot-and-mouth outbreak escalates

The government confirmed on Wednesday that compensation of about €4.5 million will be paid to farmers for the culling of roughly 13,000 animals affected by the rapid spread of foot-and-mouth disease. So far, infections have been confirmed in 11 livestock units in Livadia, Oroklini, Troulloi and Aradippou, prompting the culling of livestock in an effort […]

25.02.2026 12:39

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Cyprus pushes ahead with minimum wage reform despite disputes

Cyprus moved a step closer this week to adopting a long-delayed EU directive on adequate minimum wages, as the updated draft law was presented to social partners, with key disagreements between employers and unions still unresolved. The proposed Adequate Minimum Wages Law of 2025 aims to improve living and working conditions by ensuring that statutory […]

25.02.2026 12:31

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Yes, men have a biological clock too

By Theresa Larkin When we talk about a biological clock ticking, it usually means the pressure women feel to fall pregnant before a certain age. It’s linked to the decline in eggs (ova) and fertility as females age. But sperm numbers and fertility similarly decline with age in men. When a heterosexual couple experiences fertility […]

25.02.2026 12:30

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Cyprus President Vows Full Support for Those Hit by Foot‑and‑Mouth Outbreak

The president pledged that the government will support everyone affected by the outbreak of foot‑and‑mouth disease. He said veterinary authorities implemented specific measures in December, when the first case appeared in the Turkish‑occupied north. He also noted that, based on the information he has received, there are indications of possible illegal activity that contributed to […]

25.02.2026 12:15

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Cyprus investment fund sector hits record high with 260 active firms

Cyprus’ investment funds sector continued to record positive momentum, with the number of active entities reaching a new high and Assets Under Management (AuM) rising to €11.4 billion, according to the latest data released by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). The Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) expressed its satisfaction with the sector’s continued […]

25.02.2026 12:07

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Brook’s brilliance sends England into World Cup semis

Harry Brook smashed a match-winning hundred in Tuesday’s Super Eight match against Pakistan after being moved up the order to number three but the England captain is unsure if he will stay in the new slot for the rest of the Twenty20 World Cup. Brook struck a two-run-a-ball hundred as England accomplished a tricky chase […]

25.02.2026 12:04

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Cyprus launches dialogue series to boost women’s role in science

Cyprus’ office of the Commissioner for Gender Equality this week launched a new public dialogue series with a discussion focused on women’s participation in science, bringing students and journalists into the policy conversation from the outset. The first session, titled ‘Women in science: when equality strengthens innovation”, examined the persistent underrepresentation of women in Science, […]

25.02.2026 12:03

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Registry of Cyprus’ queer-friendly doctors released

Members of the LGBTQIA+ community can now access a register of queer-friendly medical professionals of various specialisations across the island, the Queer Collective announced on Wednesday. “Finding a doctor, therapist, or specialist who will treat you with dignity is harder than it should be in Cyprus,” the group said. Referring to the registry as a […]

25.02.2026 12:00

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Swansea celebrity co-owner Snoop Dogg receives grand welcome on first visit

American rapper and producer Snoop Dogg received a guard of honour and was greeted with twirling white towels on Tuesday on his first visit to Swansea City since becoming an investor with the Welsh side last year. Dressed in Swansea’s colours, the 54-year-old took the field ahead of the Championship game against Preston North End […]

25.02.2026 11:46

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Water situation in Polis Chrysochous critical but manageable

The water situation in Polis Chrysochous is critical but manageable, Paphos district governor Charalambos Pittokopitis said on Wednesday. After a meeting in Polis Chrysochous with key officials on water supply and irrigation strategies, Pittokopitis described the current data as challenging. He added that both existing and planned measures could potentially address the situation, and that […]

25.02.2026 11:44

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Bodo send Inter crashing out of Champions League, easy for Newcastle

Bodo/Glimt dumped last season’s finalists Inter Milan out of the Champions League with a remarkable 2-1 win at the San Siro in their playoff second leg on Tuesday that sealed a stunning 5-2 aggregate triumph for the Norwegian minnows. Having stunned Inter with a 3-1 victory in the first leg in Bodo, the visitors increased […]

25.02.2026 11:42

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Erdil Nami, father of north’s former negotiator, dies

Turkish Cypriot businessman Erdil Nami, father of the north’s former ‘foreign minister’ and Cyprus problem negotiator Ozdil Nami, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 84. Erdil Nami graduated from the English School in Nicosia. He later cut short his political science studies in Ankara to participate in the 1964 bicommunal clashes in Kokkina. […]

25.02.2026 11:33

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Former party leader Sizopoulos to face criminal probe

A criminal investigation is warranted into possible corruption offences regarding former Edek leader and sitting MP Marinos Sizopoulos, the legal service concluded on Wednesday, initiating procedures to lift his parliamentary immunity. Five months after the anti-corruption authority submitted its findings, a request will be filed to the supreme court to remove Sizopoulos’ immunity, a prerequisite […]

25.02.2026 11:20

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Demetriou warns of ‘major disaster’ while visiting animal farmers

Disy leader Annita Demetriou met farmers in Aradippou on Wednesday morning to hear directly from livestock farmers facing what has been described as ‘the gravest threat in living memory’ to their professional lives, as the state seeks to accelerate emergency measures against foot-and-mouth disease. Demetriou warned that the country was confronting “a major disaster” that […]

25.02.2026 11:02

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Government determined to raise pensions

The government is determined to raise pensions through reforms, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Wednesday during a meeting with trade unions SEK, PEO and Deok. The president said the meeting was convened to discuss issues the trade unions had raised, which was why ministers and other officers were present. “There is an issue I would […]

25.02.2026 10:53

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Drug‑related offences in north Cyprus rise

Drug‑related offences have increased across  north Cyprus over the past two years, according to new figures from the ‘Police General Directorate,’ which also reports stepped‑up enforcement operations. Police recorded 778 drug cases in 2024–2025, and legal proceedings were initiated against 1,168 suspects. Case numbers rose from 340 in 2024 to 438 in 2025, while the […]

25.02.2026 10:45

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Seven arrested in nationwide police operations

Seven people were arrested over Tuesday night for various offences including the illegal possession of a firearm, illegal residency in Cyprus, and impersonation, police said on Wednesday. Police stopped and checked a total of 294 drivers and passengers and inspected 18 different premises, which resulted in three complaints related to delinquency. Traffic checks were conducted […]

25.02.2026 10:40

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Kikis Ioannou honoured for his role in evolving Petrolina’s services, digital strategy

A significant distinction highlighting the dynamic presence of the third generation in Petrolina’s ongoing evolution is the award presented to Kikis Ioannou, Assistant Marketing Manager of Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited, at the 2nd CBN Young Dragon Awards. The awards recognise professionals under the age of 40 for their contribution to business development in Cyprus. This […]

25.02.2026 10:34

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DSS operations debut in Cyprus to help employers scale with skilled talent

Dynamic Staffing Services (DSS), an international recruitment and workforce solutions company with nearly five decades of experience and operations across 16 countries, today announced its official launch in Cyprus. With workforce shortages increasingly limiting business growth across industries, DSS is entering the market to help Cypriot employers scale with confidence by delivering skilled, experienced international […]

25.02.2026 10:24

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Trade unions call on parliament to bring Cyta into energy

Cyta trade unions have called on parliament to support the finance ministry’s bill to modernise the organisation and open it up to the provision of new services, including energy, ahead of discussions set for March 2. The trade unions said not passing the bill would limit Cyta’s future prospects and its ability to compete on […]

25.02.2026 10:22

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