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Recycling drive launched at Larnaca district festivals

A recycling initiative launched during this year’s Mari and Kalavasos festivals successfully collected recyclable waste and will now be expanded to other community events across the Larnaca district, organisers said in a press release issued on July 7. The initiative was organised by the Larnaca district local government organisation in collaboration with the Larnaca-Famagusta development […]

07.07.2026 15:49

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Rolling power cuts possible from Thursday as EAC workers strike

Cyprus could face rolling power cuts from Thursday as strikes by Electricity Authority of Cyprus workers are expected to reduce available power, the Transmission System Operator Cyprus warned on Tuesday. The TSO said electricity supply may have to be interrupted on a rotating basis for consumers for as long as the industrial action remains in […]

07.07.2026 15:42

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Why people of Cyprus are swapping foreign holidays for outdoor weekend adventures

Going on a weekend getaway no longer has to involve queuing at the airport, booking an expensive flight, or making months-long preparations. Instead, more and more Cypriots are engaging in what travel experts call “darecations” and “micro adventures,” short trips that revolve around outdoor activities, physical challenges and exploring places within their own country. From […]

07.07.2026 15:37

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Roadmap in hand, govt prolonging Cyprus’ tourist season

The government is following the roadmap it drafted in 2025 to establish Cyprus as an all-year-round tourist destination with clear aims and priorities to develop alternative forms of tourism, highlight Cyprus’ nature, culture and people, and rejuvenate remote areas, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday. Addressing the Cyprus Hoteliers Association (Pasyxe) annual meeting, Christodoulides said […]

07.07.2026 15:33

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Inside Neocleous Tower: A workplace designed around people

Standing outside Neocleous Tower, the first thing you notice is the space around it. The public square, which guides visitors to the building itself, is an increasingly rare feature in a city where commercial developments often maximise every available square metre. Positioned prominently along Makarios avenue, the project occupies one of the busiest commercial corridors […]

07.07.2026 15:30

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Bomb attack rocks Damascus during Macron visit

Two bombs exploded on Tuesday near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron spent the night, wounding 18 people and overshadowing the first visit to Syria by a European Union head of state since Bashar al-Assad was toppled. Macron, whose motorcade left the hotel shortly before the blasts, pressed ahead with his visit, […]

07.07.2026 15:28

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Cuban zookeepers celebrate birth of Bengal tigers against all odds

For Cuban zookeeper Ángel Cordero, the sight of four Bengal tiger cubs playing in a cage at the Cuban National Zoo is a small miracle on an island stifled by shortages of fuel, medicine and days-long power outages. The birth of these endangered big cats – including an exceedingly rare white tiger – has revitalized […]

07.07.2026 15:21

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Palmas urges new National Guard officers to lead with humanity

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Tuesday urged newly commissioned officers of the Cyprus National Guard to pursue lifelong learning, lead with humanity and play their part in strengthening Cyprus’ deterrence capabilities. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony for the 2026 class of second lieutenants, ensigns and pilot officers, Palmas congratulated the graduates on completing four years […]

07.07.2026 15:14

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Anti-corruption authority on board with Anagnostopoulos appointment

The government consulted the anti-corruption authority before appointing Ilias Anagnostopoulos as the second criminal investigator in the Mafia State case, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday. Commenting on reactions to the appointment, Christodoulides said “some people limit themselves to expressing concern” and pointed out that this was “done primarily out of opposition-driven spite, and nothing […]

07.07.2026 15:09

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Cyprus tourism peaks in the height of summer

Cyprus’ tourism industry remained heavily concentrated in the summer months during 2025, with Eurostat figures showing that August and July were by far the busiest periods for overnight stays in tourist accommodation across the island. According to the European statistical office, August and July were the two busiest months in every European Union member state, […]

07.07.2026 15:08

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“Esso Safe Vision” Program

The first phase of the free eye exam program organized by eWise Cyprus Ltd – Esso has been successfully completed The first phase of eWise Cyprus Ltd’s Corporate Social Responsibility program was completed with great success and a significant number of screenings – Esso, which offers free eye exams to drivers, helping to ensure the […]

07.07.2026 14:58

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1,100 missing persons located as identifications continue

A total of 1,100 people, including the remains of six missing persons recently found at sites in the north, officials told parliament on Tuesday. Speaking before the House refugee committee, Greek Cypriot member of the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) Leonidas Pantelides said the remains of two missing persons had recently been found in Kyra […]

07.07.2026 14:57

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‘No promises broken’ for Athalassa hospital

The government has broken no promises regarding the Athalassa hospital, President Nikos Christodoulides stressed on Tuesday, following statements by trade unions concerning understaffing and unsuitable buildings. “We are working to address all the challenges at hospitals in general. Indeed – and this was not because of what has been said today – I have a […]

07.07.2026 14:51

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Woman suspected in Monaco bombing found shot dead near Kyiv

The body of a Ukrainian woman suspected of carrying out a bomb attack that targeted a wealthy Ukrainian-born businessman in Monaco last week was found near Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, Ukrainska Pravda reported on Tuesday. Citing sources in law enforcement, the Ukrainian news outlet said the woman had been shot and her body was found close […]

07.07.2026 14:44

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Christodoulides in contact with EU leaders at Nato summit

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Tuesday he is in close contact with senior European Union officials attending the Nato summit in Turkey, as discussions continue over linking progress on the Cyprus problem to EU-Turkey relations. Speaking in Nicosia, Christodoulides rejected suggestions that time was running out to achieve progress on the Cyprus issue. “We do […]

07.07.2026 14:33

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Extradition of Lithuanian for usurpation by French court ‘exceptionally important’

A French court decision to extradite a Lithuanian woman wanted for the usurpation of Greek Cypriot property in the north is “exceptionally important”, the Law Office said on Tuesday. The decision was taken by the Aix-en-Provence court of appeals on July 1, honouring a European arrest warrant issued by Cyprus. The suspect had been arrested […]

07.07.2026 14:25

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NATO showcases big arms deals in Ankara before summit with Trump

NATO leaders began unveiling arms deals worth tens of billions of dollars in Turkey on Tuesday, driving home the message that they are heeding U.S. calls to spend more to defend Europe before a summit with President Donald Trump. To upbeat tunes and slick videos at a defence industry forum in the capital Ankara, NATO […]

07.07.2026 14:15

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Cyprus economic growth slows to weakest pace in ten quarters

Geopolitical tensions impact tourism and services exports but construction remains key pillar for economic activity in Cyprus Cyprus’ economic growth slowed to its weakest pace in ten quarters during the first quarter of 2026, with Eurobank Research attributing the deceleration primarily to a rebound in imports while forecasting that construction will remain a key pillar […]

07.07.2026 13:51

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Fourth suspect remanded over brutal Ayia Napa assault on 47-year-old

An 18-year-old man was remanded for seven days by the Famagusta court on Tuesday after he was arrested as the fourth suspect in the investigation into the brutal assault of a 47-year-old man in the district. The suspect was arrested on Monday at Larnaca International Airport before being brought before the Famagusta district court, which […]

07.07.2026 13:20

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Cyprus industrial sector reports higher value and employment growth

Cyprus’ industrial sector generated higher value added and recorded a modest increase in employment during 2024, according to figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), with manufacturing remaining the main driver of growth. The statistical service reported that employment across the broad industrial sector increased by 0.5 per cent to 42,800 people in 2024, […]

07.07.2026 13:09

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Sixth suspect arrested for January shooting in Larnaca

The police have arrested a sixth suspect in connection with the shooting incident in central Larnaca on January 17, while two others are still at large, the police said on Tuesday. The 33-year-old man was referred to the Larnaca criminal court on Monday to be added to the indictment along with the five other accused, […]

07.07.2026 13:04

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Cyprus real estate sector sees massive rise in building permits

Cyprus recorded a sharp increase in building activity during the first quarter of 2026, with the state statistical service (Cystat) reporting that the number of building permits issued rose by a whopping 44.1 per cent compared with the same period last year. According to Cystat, 776 building permits were authorised during March 2026, with a […]

07.07.2026 12:55

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What to watch this week at Protaras Summer Film Festival

The Protaras Summer Film Festival begins this week with eight screenings in the heart of Protaras’ central avenue. From Wednesday, July 8 to July 26, the Municipal Events Square of Protaras will host free screenings of blockbuster films, new releases, animations and live action movies, bringing together cinephiles of all ages and preferences. Kickstarting its […]

07.07.2026 12:51

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2026 long-term investment guide  stocks, gold, cryptocurrencies – Which is worth focusing on?

Entering 2026, the market remains highly volatile. From the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy to global economic growth and international developments, every factor can influence investment market trends. For investors, instead of chasing short-term hot topics, it’s better to understand the characteristics and risks of different assets and then develop a more reasonable investment plan […]

07.07.2026 12:49

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