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Police probe murder after body believed to be missing student found in Larnaca

A  murder investigation has been launched following the discovery of a male body in the Larnaca district over the weekend, believed to be that of a Bangladeshi student which had been missing for more than a week. “There are indications that personal items found at the scene belong to the abducted student,” the police told […]

22.06.2026 08:38

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Keir Starmer could set out exit timetable as Andy Burnham emerges as successor

Prime Minister Keir Starmer could on Monday set out a timetable for his departure and usher in an orderly transfer of power to rival Andy Burnham, paving the way for Britain’s seventh leader in a decade. Less than two years after Starmer won a landslide election victory that promised to end Britain’s chaotic politics, one […]

22.06.2026 08:38

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Global server market surges as AI spending accelerates

The worldwide server market generated $122.6 billion in vendor revenue during the first quarter of 2026, according to the latest figures from IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Server Tracker. The result represented a 30.4 per cent year-on-year increase, up from $94.1 billion in the corresponding quarter of 2025. According to IDC, the strong performance reflected the growing […]

22.06.2026 08:30

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Today’s weather: Clear morning, afternoon storms

The week begins mostly clear, with periods of increased cloud cover. From around midday onwards, developing clouds may trigger isolated showers or thunderstorms, mainly over the mountains and possibly in some inland areas. Temperatures will rise to around 37 degrees Celsius inland, around 29 degrees on the west coast, around 32 degrees on the rest […]

22.06.2026 08:20

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Managed loans in Greece edge lower to €79.6bn

The Bank of Greece has reported a decline in the value of loans managed by domestic credit servicing companies and transferred to specialised financial institutions abroad. The total nominal value of these loans fell by €118 million during the first quarter of 2026, reaching €79.59 billion at the end of the quarter. This compared with […]

22.06.2026 08:00

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus migration flows fell by 86% between 2022 and 2025

The Aliens and Immigration Service aims to tackle undeclared work holistically and, by extension, reduce migration flows, deputy operations chief Petros Zeniou said. Speaking on CyBC, he said migration flows fell by 86% between 2022 and 2025, with a further 46% drop so far in 2026 compared with the same period last year. During an […]

22.06.2026 07:50

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Meta and Google push industry towards XR glasses

Global shipments of extended reality (XR) headwear are expected to decline by 12 per cent to 6.2 million units in 2026, according to the latest forecast released by market research company Omdia, although the sector is projected to return to growth the following year. The research firm said worldwide shipments are forecast to rise to […]

22.06.2026 07:30

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Regulatory simplification remains focus for European financial regulator

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) recently published its 2025 annual report, showcasing a year defined by enhanced supervision, regulatory simplification, and digital innovation. The report detailed how the regulator navigated global uncertainty and discussions surrounding the Savings and Investments Union to maintain orderly and resilient capital markets. “2025 was a pivotal year for […]

22.06.2026 07:00

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University of Cyprus has been ranked 525th worldwide

The University of Cyprus has been ranked 525th worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2027. In a statement, the university said it also placed first among all evaluated institutions in Cyprus, leading nationally in Academic Reputation, Citations per Faculty, Employer Reputation, Graduate Employability, International Research Network and Sustainability. The QS rankings assess universities globally […]

22.06.2026 06:56

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New case of online fraud

Police in Nicosia are investigating a new case of online fraud after a man reported receiving a call from an unknown individual who claimed to be an employee of an online financial transactions and payments platform. Under false pretenses about the security of the victim’s account, the caller convinced him to install a specific app […]

22.06.2026 06:55

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Generally high satisfaction with the services provided by Gesy personal doctors

A survey by the Federation of Patients’ Associations shows generally high satisfaction with the services provided by Gesy personal doctors, highlighting their key role in primary care, the head of the federation’s Scientific Advisory Committee said. Speaking on RIK Radio, Konstantinos Tsioutis said the findings also point to areas needing improvement, chiefly communication between beneficiaries […]

22.06.2026 06:49

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Cyprus Weather – Monday 22nd June

Monday will be mostly clear, but afternoon cloud will again bring isolated showers and storms, mainly in the mountains and inland. Temperatures will gradually rise above seasonal averages. Seas will remain calm to slightly rough. Temperatures will fall to 19°C inland, 21°C on the coasts and 15°C in the mountains.

22.06.2026 06:34

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Euro area records €16 billion surplus in April

The euro area current account recorded a surplus of €16 billion in April 2026, marking an increase from the €15 billion surplus observed in the previous month, according to data from the European Central Bank (ECB). This monthly figure was supported by surpluses in goods and services, which reached €17 billion and €15 billion respectively. […]

22.06.2026 06:00

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New House committees begin work this wek

Parliamentary committees will begin meeting this week under the new composition of the House of representatives following the May 24 election, marking the formal resumption of parliamentary business after the vote. Ministers, government officials and auditor-general Andreas Papaconstantinou are scheduled to appear before committees as MPs begin examining legislation, regulations and various public policy issues. […]

22.06.2026 04:24

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Cyprus reflected in a Ukrainian mirror

The geopolitical chessboard of the Eastern Mediterranean is a harsh, unforgiving arena where the survival of smaller states depends entirely on a cold, pragmatic calculation of the regional balance of power. For the Republic of Cyprus, the margin for error was entirely exhausted over half a century ago when a catastrophic coup d’état precipitated the […]

22.06.2026 04:20

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Group G: Iran battle for 0-0 draw with 10-man Belgium, Salah magic inspires Egypt to victory over New Zealand

Iran used seven saves from Alireza Beiranvand and a man advantage from a Belgium red card to pull out a 0-0 draw in the second consecutive tie for both teams in World Cup Group G play Sunday afternoon in Inglewood, Calif. Beiranvand, 33, earned his second clean sheet in his seventh appearance across three World […]

22.06.2026 00:20

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Group H: Spain stride to one-sided victory over Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde stand tall against Uruguay

Yamal-inspired Spain stride to one-sided victory over Saudi Arabia Inspired by Lamine Yamal, Spain strolled to a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia in Group H on Sunday, where Mikel Oyarzabal restored his reputation with two goals and Luis de la Fuente’s side found their groove after an underwhelming World Cup opener. Yamal opened the scoring […]

22.06.2026 00:01

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Cyprus shipping deputy minister to attend ICS conference in Rome

Cyprus Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis will depart for Rome on Monday for a three-day working visit centred on an international shipping conference and a series of bilateral meetings with regional counterparts and maritime stakeholders. According to an official announcement from the ministry, the visit will take place between June 22, 2026, and June 24, […]

21.06.2026 20:31

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Can you go a day without your phone?

Can you go a day without your phone? The honest answer, for most of us, is no. We depend on them for time, contacts, news, calendars, and directions, which has made us reliant on these devices. This constant flow of information has gradually distanced us from the world around us, making it harder to be […]

21.06.2026 17:24

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Scientists decipher ancient origins of the Euphrates River

Uruk, the world’s first metropolis and the birthplace of written language, was nourished by the Euphrates River, as was Babylon, ancient ​Mesopotamia’s grandest city. The fertile plain between the Euphrates and its companion waterway, the Tigris River, was one of humankind’s cradles of civilization. Researchers now have ‌deciphered how the Euphrates first formed, looking much […]

21.06.2026 17:00

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Marquez storms to Czech MotoGP victory with late pass on Bagnaia

Ducati’s Marc Marquez claimed a thrilling victory at the Czech Grand Prix on Sunday, the seven-time MotoGP champion producing a late overtake of teammate Francesco Bagnaia to seal the win at Brno. Starting fourth on the grid, Marquez shadowed Bagnaia for much of the race before making his decisive move on lap 16. He then […]

21.06.2026 16:35

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Israeli soldiers in Lebanon are free to take action if under threat, Israel’s Katz says

Israeli soldiers are free to act without restriction to eliminate threats in Lebanon, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Sunday, adding troops remained in position in what Israel refers to as a security zone. A ceasefire with Iran-backed Hezbollah took effect on Friday after months of escalating violence, but on Saturday Israeli strikes killed […]

21.06.2026 16:17

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New square and parking facility inaugurated in Gourri

A new village square and semi-underground car park were officially inaugurated in the Troodos mountain village of Gourri on Sunday, with the government describing the €1.8 million project as part of a broader effort to revitalise rural and mountain communities across the island. The project, co-financed through European and national funds, is intended to upgrade […]

21.06.2026 16:12

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Windcraft Music Fest transforms Cyprus village into music, culture hub

Balkan, jazz, folk and experimental wind music is blowing this way as the Windcraft Music Fest returns to Katydata village on July 24-26. The quiet Nicosia district village will come alive with late-night concerts, workshops, exhibitions, walks and music-filled experiences. Artists from Cyprus and abroad, original collaborations and musical traditions from around the world meet […]

21.06.2026 15:33

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