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Australia blocks halloumi shipments over foot-and-mouth outbreak

Australia has suspended imports of dairy products from Cyprus after removing the country from its list of territories considered free from foot-and-mouth disease, citing reports of an outbreak in the north. The decision, taken by the Australian department of agriculture, fisheries and forestry, was announced on December 19 and has immediate and retrospective effect from […]

22.12.2025 14:34

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The AI revolution in space: How machine learning is transforming humanity’s search for cosmic neighbours

In the vast expanse of our universe, one question has captivated humanity for generations: are we alone? This profound inquiry has driven scientific exploration for decades, but recent technological breakthroughs are dramatically accelerating our ability to find answers. At the forefront of this revolution is an unprecedented marriage between artificial intelligence and astronomy, fundamentally transforming […]

22.12.2025 14:31

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Yellow storm warning

The met office has issued a yellow warning for isolated but severe storms in effect from 11pm Monday until 9am on Tuesday. Isolated strong storms are expected to affect the island, initially mainly on the western and southern coasts and spreading through other areas. Hail is expected to fall and winds will be strong. Rainfall […]

22.12.2025 14:24

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UK health secretary vows to prevent renewed doctors’ strikes

Britain’s Health Secretary Wes Streeting said he would do everything he could to prevent further strikes by hospital doctors who returned to work on Monday after a five-day walkout. The union for qualified medical practitioners in England staged another five-day strike last week in a dispute over pay and working conditions during one of the […]

22.12.2025 14:13

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Danish alarm after Trump names Louisiana governor as Greenland special envoy

U.S. President Donald Trump named Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry on Sunday as his special envoy to Greenland, reigniting Danish and Greenlandic alarm over Washington’s plans for the vast, mineral-rich Arctic island. Trump has said several times over the years that Greenland, a Danish territory that is now largely self-governing, should become part of the U.S., […]

22.12.2025 14:10

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Neocleous Tower: landmark office hub reaches full occupancy

Neocleous Tower is a groundbreaking commercial development in central Limassol inviting corporations to discover the future of upscale workplace excellence. Redefining the work-lifestyle paradigm, the Tower is also raising the benchmark for sustainable real estate, offering an eco-conscious, tech-driven and people-centric work environment that fosters excellence, collaboration and well-being. Landmark milestone closes 2025 As 2025 […]

22.12.2025 14:03

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One in four people in Cyprus now in lower-middle income class

Upper-middle class see strongest income growth in Cyprus Cyprus’ middle income class continued to dominate the income distribution in 2024, accounting for almost two-thirds of the population, according to figures published on Monday by the state statistical service (Cystat). According to the findings, 64.6 per cent of the population belonged to the middle income class […]

22.12.2025 13:52

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Cyprus banks and employees union reach deal on new five-year agreement

The Cyprus Union of Bank Employees (Etyk) on Monday announced that it has reached an agreement in principle with the Cyprus Bankers Employers Association (Kest) to renew their collective agreement for the years 2023–2027. The agreement provides for salary increases, additional annual leave and improved loan terms for bank employees. According to a statement by […]

22.12.2025 13:26

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Man jailed 13 years for 23kg of cannabis

A 27-year-old Greek national was sentenced on Monday to 13 years in prison by the Larnaca criminal court after admitting to transporting more than 23 kilograms of cannabis into Cyprus. The court found the defendant guilty of possession and transportation of drugs with intent to supply. In passing sentence, the judges stressed the need for […]

22.12.2025 13:01

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Cyprus, Greece, Israel summit lambasted in Turkish press

Monday afternoon’s trilateral summit in Jerusalem between Cyprus, Greece and Israel has been slammed in Turkish press, with newspapers saying the meeting impacts Turkish interests in the Middle East. Hürriyet presented the summit as part of a broader strategy to exert pressure on Turkey, with the eastern Mediterranean and the Cyprus problem in the forefront. […]

22.12.2025 12:45

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Don’t stress out about overeating during the holidays

By Bryn Beeder For many, holidays are synonymous with quality time and long-standing traditions. Typically laden with delicious foods, it’s not uncommon to eat more during the holidays than you usually would. You likely know that feeling of being too stuffed – the point when you’re pleasantly satisfied one moment and uncomfortably full the next. […]

22.12.2025 12:45

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‘Mafia State’ probe reaches €1m as watchdog nears conclusions

The investigation into Mafia State, the controversial book by investigative journalist Makarios Drousiotis, has cost the state more than €1 million to date, according to the president of the independent authority against corruption. Speaking on CyBc’s radio broadcast To Trito on Monday, authority president Haris Poyadjis said the investigation had been unfortunately delayed due to […]

22.12.2025 12:22

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Reach Real Estate signs construction contract with ZEMCO for Pyla Pearl Development in Larnaca, Cyprus

Reach Real Estate announced the official signing of the construction contract with ZEMCO Construction Ltd, one of Cyprus’s leading and most reputable construction companies, for the development of Pyla Pearl residential complex in Larnaca. The signing marks a major milestone for Reach Real Estate, as Pyla Pearl project moves from planning into full execution. ZEMCO […]

22.12.2025 12:14

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Liudmila Marochkina on leading technology through systems, not code

Liudmila Marochkina did not come into technology through engineering. She now leads SPORTSOFT, the Cyprus-based IT company working with organisations navigating rapid digital change. As CEO, she focuses less on technology as an end in itself and more on how systems shape the pace at which companies grow, adapt and make decisions. “I didn’t begin […]

22.12.2025 12:00

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THALIA 2021-2027: €61.5m to promote social inclusion of people with disabilities

Cyprus is moving ahead with the implementation of a coherent set of interventions that strengthen social inclusion and improve the quality of life of persons with disabilities through the Cohesion Policy Programme “THALIA 2021-2027,” with a budget of €61.5 million allocated and co-financing from the European Union. These are projects that support the implementation of […]

22.12.2025 11:50

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‘Worst Australian team’ jibe mocked after Ashes triumph

After taking two stunning slips catches at Adelaide Oval to hasten England’s Ashes defeat, Marnus Labuschagne did not miss the chance to stick it to Stuart Broad for a pre-series jibe about the quality of the Australian team. Former England quick Broad had said on his podcast in October that Pat Cummins’s side were “probably […]

22.12.2025 11:47

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Accident closes lane on Nicosia-Limassol motorway

The left lane of the Nicosia-Limassol motorway has been closed following a car crash near the Skarinou exit, police said on Monday. According to a police statement, the accident involved two vehicles and occurred before the Skarinou exit heading towards Limassol. One person was injured in the collision and has been taken to hospital for […]

22.12.2025 11:29

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Christmas meal costs stable in Nicosia, says price watchdog

The cost of the Christmas meal in Nicosia remained unchanged in 2025, while the cost of a reduced grocery basket for lower-income households rose by 9 per cent compared with last year, according to a retail price survey by the Cyprus Consumers Association. The association said its research was conducted between December 10 and December […]

22.12.2025 11:28

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Sykaminou water tank operational, three more near completion

A 2,000-cubic-metre water tank in Limassol’s Sykaminou area is now operational, while three more across the district are expected to be completed next year, the Limassol district government organisation (EOA) said on Monday. The Sykaminou tank, located in Ayios Athanasios, has been fully commissioned, with both chambers in operation, while only minor external works such […]

22.12.2025 11:24

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Cyprus links EU security to economic resilience in 2026 plan

Cyprus has formally set out the political and institutional framework of its upcoming Presidency of the Council of the European Union, using a presentation in Lefkara to outline priorities that will shape the bloc’s agenda from January 1, 2026. The choice of Lefkara, a village with international recognition for its cultural heritage, was intended to […]

22.12.2025 11:14

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Petrolina makes Christmas at Larnaca hospital paediatric ward brighter

Acting with responsibility towards society and supporting long-standing initiatives that promote health and wellbeing, Petrolina, together with members of the Petrolina Community volunteer team, visited Larnaca General Hospital’s Paediatric Ward on December 18, 2025, conveying a message of care, support and solidarity. During the visit, Petrolina delivered a new sofa to the Ward, responding to […]

22.12.2025 11:12

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Mystery Box comes to Kawacom’s, with everyone a winner

Kawacom’s is welcoming this year’s Christmas season with a groundbreaking, interactive initiative implemented for the first time across their network: the Mystery Box, an experience full of mystery, designed with a clear goal in mind: to return real value to customers, transforming a visit to Kawacom’s into a game of suspense and discovery. At each […]

22.12.2025 10:59

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Pralina makes strong comeback in Limassol

In a festive atmosphere and a Christmas spirit, the Pralina confectionery shop in Limassol reopened its doors on December 18, 2025. The renovated store, located on bustling Kolonakiou Avenue, is distinguished not only for its sweet creations, but also for its unique design. The confectionery, which is reopening at a new location, is reintroducing itself […]

22.12.2025 10:47

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UNIC marks 20th anniversary of UNESCO Chair

As part of the celebrations for the 20th anniversary of the UNESCO Chair, an event was held successfully at the UNESCO amphitheatre of the University of Nicosia (UNIC) on November 25, 2025. During the event, the commemorative volume titled “20 Years of UNESCO Chair: Cultural Diversity and Intercultural Dialogue for a Culture of Peace” was […]

22.12.2025 10:37

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