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Akel slams govt over criminal investigators

Opposition party Akel on Monday criticised the government for the appointment of independent investigators to probe the anti-corruption authority’s findings in their Mafia State report. “The government either does not realise or is pretending not to realise the fiasco surrounding its appointment of criminal investigators regarding the anti-corruption authority’s findings and the Mafia State scandal,” Akel said. […]

06.07.2026 19:53

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Cafu backs Ancelotti rebuild but says Brazil must remember how to play

Brazil’s World Cup wound is open again and, for Cafu, the cure will not be found only in tactics, systems or another forensic search for scapegoats. It may begin with something far simpler: letting children kick a ball without feeling the weight of a nation on their small shoulders. A day after Brazil’s harrowing 2-1 […]

06.07.2026 19:39

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Pogacar wins Tour stage three to take yellow jersey from Vingegaard

Defending champion Tadej Pogacar’s final attack paid off as the UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider won his first stage of this year’s Tour de France on Monday, taking the overall lead from Jonas Vingegaard, who finished second. Pogacar and Vingegaard are tied at eight hours, 46 minutes and 55 seconds after stage three, but Pogacar’s bonus […]

06.07.2026 19:26

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Four short films in Monday night screening

Short films on the big screen are coming to the capital this July. On Monday, July 13, the Cyprus Family Planning Association and the International Short Film Festival of Cyprus host an open-air cinema evening with a special theme. The artistic directors of the festival, Diomedes Koufteros and Keti Papadema, have selected four short films […]

06.07.2026 19:23

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Summer film screenings continue in Nicosia courtyard

Nicosia bookstore, To Erma’s summer film nights continue into July this year, inviting cinephiles to enjoy two more nights in its colourful plant-filled courtyard. Nestled in one of the old town’s most popular streets, Ektoros just off Ermou street, the bookstore and reading café extends its free film nights. A film from France and another […]

06.07.2026 19:09

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Defence ministry, EAC sign deal for LED lights in army camps

The electricity authority (EAC) and the defence ministry on Monday signed an agreement for 4,400 LED light bulbs to be installed in national guard camps across the island. The measure constitutes an integral component of the EAC’s strategy to enhance energy efficiency and achieve annual energy saving targets, as well as the adaptation measures of […]

06.07.2026 18:17

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4,655 human rights complaints received in 2024

A total of 4,655 complaints about human rights violations were received in 2024 by human rights commissioner Maria Stylianou-Lottides, she said on Monday handing her annual report over to President Nikos Christodoulides. According to the report, the office of the commissioner managed 2,507 new cases and closed a total of 2,709, an average of 260 […]

06.07.2026 18:06

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Fourth arrest after Turkish Cypriot attacked in Ayia Napa

An 18-year-old man was arrested on Monday as investigations continue into the attack of a 47-year-old Turkish Cypriot man in Ayia Napa on Sunday. He was arrested shortly after 2pm at Larnaca airport. The police have already arrested three other suspects, all aged 18 and of Swedish origin, who were facing charges of causing grievous […]

06.07.2026 17:59

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Cobolli dismantles De Minaur for return to Wimbledon quarter-finals

Flavio Cobolli continued the best Grand Slam run of his career on Monday by defeating Australian fifth seed Alex de Minaur 7-5 7-6(4) 6-3 and returning to the Wimbledon quarter-finals just weeks after his French Open runner-up finish. The ninth seed’s battling display on Court One put him in the Wimbledon quarter-finals for a second […]

06.07.2026 17:57

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British new car sales hit strongest level since 2019

British new car sales in June climbed 11.4 per cent from year-ago ​levels to their strongest since 2019, with battery electric vehicles taking ‌a record share of the market as consumer demand and choices grew, industry data showed on Monday. New car registrations rose to 213,166 vehicles last month, the Society ​of Motor Manufacturers and […]

06.07.2026 17:44

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Doubt cast over legitimacy of police actions during Avakoum trial

Doubt was cast on the legitimacy of police actions when documenting and cataloguing evidentiary items during the ongoing Avakoum monastery trial in the Nicosia criminal court on Monday. On trial are monks Nektarios and Porfyrios. They face charges including conspiracy to defraud, forgery and the use of false documents, theft by proxy, handling stolen goods, […]

06.07.2026 17:40

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‘Mafia State report should not have gone to police and cabinet’

The report, witness testimonies and evidence of the investigation into the Mafia State book should not have been handed over to the cabinet and the police, lawyer representing Makarios Drousiotis, the book’s author, Lito Kariolou said on Monday. Speaking on state television, Kariolou said the handing over of all the investigation material by the Legal […]

06.07.2026 17:31

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The Landmark Nicosia: where shopping becomes an elevated lifestyle experience

A fascinating all-day luxury lifestyle awaits at The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection by Marriott, owned by MHV Mediterranean Hospitality Venture, which opened its doors a few months ago to become the ultimate meeting point of Nicosia. The emblematic hotel, apart from its top dining choices, also offers an impressive collection of retail options, which combines […]

06.07.2026 17:06

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Targeted police action finds no evidence of human trafficking

Cyprus police participated in the global operation against human trafficking called Global Chain during which a total of 1,024 arrests were made across five continents, it announced on Monday. In Cyprus, 17 operations were carried out at various locations, including bars and apartments, but no victims of human trafficking were identified. The four-day operation began […]

06.07.2026 17:02

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KYC verification in Cyprus: What every business must know in 2026

Cyprus has spent the last two decades building a reputation as one of the European Union’s most active financial and fintech centres. The island hosts hundreds of CySEC-regulated investment firms, dozens of international banks, a growing cluster of crypto-asset service providers, and a steady stream of forex, payments, and iGaming companies choosing Nicosia or Limassol […]

06.07.2026 17:00

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Mall of Cyprus sets annual general meeting for July 30

The board of directors of the Mall of Cyprus (MC) Plc has announced that it will convene its annual general meeting on July 30, 2026. Shareholders are due to review the audited financial statements, which cover the year ended December 31, 2025, alongside the relevant directors’ and auditors’ reports. These documents, including the notice of […]

06.07.2026 16:53

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Breakfast meets retail as Exereton, Vetrina redefine morning experience

Breakfast is no longer simply the first meal of the day. At Vetrina, it has become an invitation to explore premium ingredients, discover new flavours and take a little of the experience home. The collaboration between Cyprus-based food brand Exereton and Vetrina brings together two businesses that share a common philosophy: quality ingredients, Mediterranean-inspired living […]

06.07.2026 16:40

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Cyprus peacekeepers awarded UN medals

United Nations medals were given to 107 peacekeepers on Monday, honouring their service in Cyprus, the UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus (Unficyp) said. The peacekeepers come from Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh, Ghana, India, Pakistan, Slovakia and the United Kingdom. Unficyp was established in 1964 following intercommunal violence between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots. It is one […]

06.07.2026 16:30

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Cyprus’ EU presidency honours sponsors

Cyprus’ EU presidency served as an opportunity for unity around a common vision, Deputy European Affairs Minister Marilena Raouna said on Monday, honouring the sponsors who contributed to making it all happen. Raouna said Cyprus’ EU presidency journey started two-and-a-half years ago. “From the first moment, we were conscious of the unique opportunity presented … […]

06.07.2026 16:22

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Smart solutions that freshen up and revitalise every home

You don’t need a complete renovation to feel like your home has been given a new lease on life. Very often, it’s the smallest, most targeted changes that truly transform everyday life within a space. A new colour for your fabrics, a different furniture arrangement or a smarter lighting choice can radically change the feel […]

06.07.2026 16:11

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Hamas dissolves Gaza government, presses for progress on stalled peace plan

Hamas said on Monday it had dissolved its de facto government in Gaza and signalled it was ready to hand over to a group of Palestinian technocrats, as it presses Israel to honour other parts of a stalled U.S.-backed peace plan. The group’s promise to end the body overseeing ministries — which has run for […]

06.07.2026 16:09

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GlobalWealth Group nears completion of Wealthyhood investment

GlobalWealth Group PLC announced on Monday that it has reached a substantial completion regarding its strategic share exchange with the founders and shareholders of Wealthyhood Ltd. This development follows a series of previous official communications from the company, dated April 02, 2025, September 15, 2025, March 03, 2026, and May 06, 2026, regarding its strategic […]

06.07.2026 15:56

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Cyprus launches online system for residence permit renewals

A new digital service for the renewal of residence permits for third-country nationals is now operational, the deputy ministry of migration and the deputy ministry of innovation announced on Monday. The platform allows eligible foreign nationals legally residing in Cyprus to submit renewal applications online, along with the required supporting documents. It is also available […]

06.07.2026 15:51

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Cyprus sees spike in housing loans as interest rates rise

New housing loans in Cyprus recorded a significant increase in May 2026, while the average interest rate on new housing purchase loans stood at 4.06 per cent, according to the latest data from the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on interest rates and new lending. Specifically, total net new loans reached €361.90 million in May, […]

06.07.2026 15:35

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