Mostly clear skies expected, with chance of afternoon showers
Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Mostly clear skies expected, with chance of afternoon showers

The day will be mostly clear, although increased cloud cover is forecast to develop during the afternoon, bringing the possibility of isolated showers and perhaps a thunderstorm, mainly in mountainous areas. Temperatures are expected to rise to 35C inland, 29C on the west coast, around 32C in other coastal areas and 23C in the mountains. […]

21.06.2026 10:35
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A conversation about what is changing in Cyprus
Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

A conversation about what is changing in Cyprus

Cyprus businesses urged to prepare for global competition In a rapidly evolving business environment, some discussions focus more on exploring uncertainties than providing clear answers. This insight comes from consultant Ahmad El Husseini, a management and financial consultant with over 35 years of experience, whose background may increasingly differ from the profession’s current trajectory.  The exchange was […]

21.06.2026 10:00
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Report says PM Starmer ready to quit on Monday
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Report says PM Starmer ready to quit on Monday

Observer newspaper said Prime Minister Keir Starmer was expected to resign on Monday and set out a timetable for his departure, though a government source said Starmer remained focused on getting on with the job of governing. The threat to Starmer’s position, which has been building for months, increased sharply on Friday when his rival […]

21.06.2026 09:38
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Construction output rises across the euro area and EU
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Construction output rises across the euro area and EU

Construction output across the eurozone and the wider European Union saw a modest rise in April 2026 as industry figures signal ongoing recovery across the continent. According to the latest data released by the European Union statistical office, Eurostat, seasonally adjusted production in the construction sector grew by 0.6 per cent in the euro area […]

21.06.2026 09:30
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Labour’s answer is not yet another British coup
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Labour’s answer is not yet another British coup

Burnham should bide his time Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election last Thursday by a huge majority, comfortably trouncing the far right of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK in the same area in Greater Manchester where Reform had won all the seats in local government elections as recently as last May. Burnham proved […]

21.06.2026 09:00
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Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up
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Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting June 15: Brussels hosted the European Innovation Council Summit 2026 this month, where Laurence Petit, Director of Innovation at France’s CEA, shared insights on how Europe can transform scientific excellence into successful deep-tech companies. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail on the sidelines of the event, […]

21.06.2026 09:00
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Trade in services rebounds as pandemic disruption fades
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Trade in services rebounds as pandemic disruption fades

The European Union saw a surge in its international trade activity during 2025, with exports of final services reaching a record level of 61 percentage points above 2017 levels, according to Eurostat. This performance marks a notable increase from the 55 percentage points recorded in 2024 and signals a robust recovery for the sector. Final […]

21.06.2026 08:30
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Group G: Belgium face Iran in pivotal Group G clash amid travel row
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Group G: Belgium face Iran in pivotal Group G clash amid travel row

Belgium will look to kick-start their World Cup campaign against Iran in a pivotal Group G clash at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday, with all four teams deadlocked on one point apiece. The Red Devils were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw by Egypt in their opener after a sluggish performance. Belgium fell behind in […]

21.06.2026 08:30
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Tales from the Coffeeshop: Much report, little revelation
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Tales from the Coffeeshop: Much report, little revelation

THE REPORT about the Mafia State was finally released on Tuesday by the Anti-Corruption Authority, which turned out to be a bit of a disappointment. After two years of work, which included 214 hearings, the questioning of 150 people, the accumulation of 793 documents of evidence and a 3,000 page report, which cost the taxpayer […]

21.06.2026 08:30
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Group H: Spain’s worrying lack of cutting edge faces Saudi test
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Group H: Spain’s worrying lack of cutting edge faces Saudi test

Spain came into the World Cup as a favourite but after an underwhelming display against minnows Cape Verde the European champions need a far sharper attacking edge against Saudi Arabia in their tighter than expected Group H. Luis de la Fuente’s side were held to a shock 0-0 draw by the World Cup debutants in […]

21.06.2026 08:00
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Our View: Government fixated on EU role, not peace process
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Our View: Government fixated on EU role, not peace process

When he was campaigning for his election, President Nikos Christodoulides insisted that he would seek a more active involvement of the EU in the Cyprus problem. Superficially, this sounded like a good idea and may have won votes both from both supporters and opponents of a federal settlement, because it could be interpreted in different […]

21.06.2026 08:00
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Gesy platform through mobile devices to expand

Gesy platform through mobile devices to expand

The Health Insurance Organization says one of its priorities is improving and simplifying beneficiary access to the Gesy platform through mobile devices. Monica Kyriakou, director of services at the HIO, said the upgrade is expected to ease the workload of personal doctors, who are often contacted by patients for routine administrative matters such as referrals. […]

21.06.2026 06:45
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Shredded plastic washes up on beaches in Paphos

Shredded plastic washes up on beaches in Paphos

Large amounts of shredded plastic of unknown origin have washed up on beaches in Paphos, causing significant nuisance to swimmers and raising concerns about environmental impact. Acting Paphos mayor Angelos Onisiforou has called an expanded emergency meeting for Tuesday to investigate the cause and decide on measures. Similar incidents have been reported on beaches in […]

21.06.2026 06:42
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Grievous bodily harm arrest after knife attack

Grievous bodily harm arrest after knife attack

Police arrested a 40‑year‑old man in Limassol in connection with a case of causing grievous bodily harm and possession of a knife, authorities said. Officers were alerted after a 45‑year‑old man was taken to Limassol General Hospital with serious injuries. According to initial findings, the victim received a phone call during the night from the […]

21.06.2026 06:40
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Police seize 7 kilos of drugs — including synthetic cannabis

Police seize 7 kilos of drugs — including synthetic cannabis

Police seized more than 7 kilos of drugs — including a large quantity of powdered synthetic cannabis known as “Kif” — during an operation in the free Famagusta district, arresting two men, authorities said. In a statement, police said it is the first time such a large amount of Kif has been found in Cyprus, […]

21.06.2026 06:38
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Cyprus Weather – Sunday 21 June

Cyprus Weather – Sunday 21 June

Today will be mostly clear, though cloud build‑up in the afternoon may bring isolated showers and a chance of a storm, mainly in the mountains. Winds will start light and variable at 3 Beaufort, later shifting to southwesterly to northwesterly at 3 to 4 Beaufort, briefly reaching 5 Beaufort on windward coasts. Seas will be […]

21.06.2026 06:34
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Cyprus presses ahead with EU-backed defence plans, base upgrades and Nato aspirations
Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus presses ahead with EU-backed defence plans, base upgrades and Nato aspirations

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas has defended Cyprus’ expanding network of military partnerships, insisting that the republic would not seek anyone’s approval over defence agreements and arguing that Turkey should instead focus on its own conduct and the continuing occupation of the island. In an interview with The Cyprus Mail, Palmas reserved some of his strongest […]

21.06.2026 04:24
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Group F: Slick Netherlands dismantle Sweden
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Group F: Slick Netherlands dismantle Sweden

An early double from Brian Brobbey, two more in the second half for Cody Gakpo and a late goal from Crysencio Summerville helped the Netherlands cruise to an impressive 5-1 win over Sweden at the World Cup on Saturday. The Dutch delivered the performance coach Ronald Koeman had demanded after conceding near the end of […]

20.06.2026 22:57
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‘No personal motives’ in Tychikos ousting
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‘No personal motives’ in Tychikos ousting

The reasons behind the removal of former bishop Tychikos were “neither superficial nor the result of personal conflict”, Archbishop Georgios said on Saturday after attending the first clergy meeting of the newly enthroned bishop of Paphos, Gregorios. “There are certain things being circulated,” he said, adding that the decisions taken “were not superficial, nor were […]

20.06.2026 19:27
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Círculo Flamenco: Andalusian spirit coming to heart of Nicosia
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Círculo Flamenco: Andalusian spirit coming to heart of Nicosia

The flavour, passion and rhythm of flamenco culture comes alive in Nicosia this month as Seven Flamenco debuts its end-of-year performance, opening up the annual show to the public for the first time. Founded on a shared passion for flamenco, Seven Flamenco has grown into a multicultural and bicommunal dance centre bringing together people from […]

20.06.2026 19:23
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