Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Nicosia arson suspects remanded for eight days

Four people were on Wednesday remanded for eight days before the Nicosia district court over their alleged involvement in the arson of three vehicles. The suspects include two 20-year-olds, a 21-year-old and a 24-year-old who are facing charges of conspiracy to commit a felony and arson as part of the investigations into the arson of […]

26.08.2026 15:01

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Legal service finds ‘no wrongdoing’ in Drousiotis crowdfunding appeal

The legal service has reportedly found nothing objectionable in the financial support raised by journalist Makarios Drousiotis to fund his legal defence. The matter was referred to police after the fundraising licensing authority wrote to raise concerns, prompting officers to seek a formal opinion from the legal service on whether any criminal offences arose. According […]

26.08.2026 14:57

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At least 14 infants killed in Islamabad hospital fire

At least 14 infants were killed in a fire at a state-run hospital in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad on Wednesday, the prime minister said, with the health minister attributing the tragedy to a blast in the nursery ward. The blaze started around 7 a.m. at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, on the third floor of […]

26.08.2026 14:28

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Turkish inmate ‘records podcast interview’ from within central prisons

A Turkish former reality television contestant serving his sentence in Cyprus has appeared in a leaked interview recorded from inside the central prisons, appealing to international leaders for help. Footage of Taner Tolga Tarlaci, a former contestant on the Turkish edition of Survivor, was published across two instalments on Cenk Hoca’s YouTube channel. Tarlaci was […]

26.08.2026 14:28

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Spurs need winning mentality after Brentford thrashing, says De Zerbi

Tottenham Hotspur need to develop a winning mentality, manager Roberto De Zerbi said on Tuesday as his big-spending side seek to bounce back in a League Cup second-round clash with Charlton Athletic after a heavy defeat in their Premier League opener. Spurs started their league campaign with a 3-0 loss at Brentford on Saturday despite […]

26.08.2026 14:22

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Pocket Migration brings jazz fusion to the heart of Nicosia

A new-generation fusion jazz trio will soon touch down in the capital city for a special live music night. Pocket Migration has spent the past five years cultivating a distinctive musical identity built on fearless improvisation. On Friday, August 28, the trio heads down to Sarah’s Jazz Club, at its new location in old Nicosia, […]

26.08.2026 14:15

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Alpha Bank takes full voting control of Alpha Trust Holdings

Alpha Bank’s voting rights in Alpha Trust Holdings reached 100 per cent on August 24, 2026, after the Greek bank acquired the final 69,324 shares in the company through the completion of a squeeze-out process. Alpha Trust Holdings disclosed the change in voting rights on Wednesday following a notification received from Alpha Bank, in accordance […]

26.08.2026 14:14

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‘Everybody has a Dolly Parton song’ – world mourns music legend

When Dolly Parton tribute artist Brooke McMullen woke up to messages about the death of the country music star, she thought it was a hoax. Dolly could never die. Parton was “one of those people that you just think is going to be around forever,” McMullen said from Brisbane, Australia. “Her loss is huge.” Fans […]

26.08.2026 14:07

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Cyprus shoppers turn selective as summer retail sales hold strong

Foreign residents boost Cyprus retail market Cyprus consumers are visiting supermarkets more often, comparing prices across several stores and avoiding unnecessary purchases. However, the shift towards smaller baskets has not prevented the retail market from delivering a solid summer performance. The positive picture has emerged despite continued inflationary pressure. The Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices […]

26.08.2026 14:03

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

North Cyprus “Health Ministry” Announces Inquiry Into IVF Clinics After BBC Report

The “Ministry of Health” in the occupied areas has announced that an investigation is under way into claims concerning certain…

26.08.2026 14:00

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Eighty Turkish Cypriots visit Hala Sultan Tekke in Larnaca

Building trust between communities and overcoming division in Cyprus is the long-standing goal of Unficyp when facilitating religious visits, Unficyp spokesperson Siddique Aleem said as 80 Turkish Cypriots visited the Hala Sultan Tekke mosque in Larnaca on Wednesday. “[The goal is] to allow people to connect with their faith and heritage and help overcome division […]

26.08.2026 13:59

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Cyprus regulator fines firm over late regulatory filing

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has imposed a €100 administrative fine on Eurotrade Investment RGB Ltd for failing to submit a required regulatory form within the prescribed deadline. The decision was taken by the CySEC board at its meeting on August 3, 2026, and was announced publicly on August 26. The fine relates […]

26.08.2026 13:58

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Intercollege, Ocean Basket debut ‘Work, Study & Grow’ career path, with up to 100% scholarship

Intercollege, in partnership with Ocean Basket restaurants, is launching the pioneering ‘Work, Study & Grow’ programme, offering young people the opportunity to combine their studies with professional experience and meaningful career prospects in the dynamic hospitality sector across all districts. Through the programme, participants can study towards a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Culinary Arts, […]

26.08.2026 13:55

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Greek minister: permission from Turkey unnecessary for interconnector

Permission from Turkey is not required for the Great Sea Interconnector project (GSI), which, if completed, will connect the energy grids of Cyprus, Greece and Israel, to go ahead, Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Tasos Chatzivasileiou said on Thursday. “Planning for the cable is continuing as normal. Based on international law, permission is not required, let […]

26.08.2026 13:54

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British energy price cap to rise 4% as Iran war pushes up costs

Most British households will see their energy bills rise from October after energy regulator Ofgem announced a 4 per cent hike in its domestic price cap as the war in Iran pushes up wholesale costs. The rise will be a blow to the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who has pledged to ease cost-of-living pressures, […]

26.08.2026 13:50

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Replica of ancient Aphrodite bust unveiled in Paralimni-Dherynia

A scientifically accurate replica of the monumental head of Aphrodite of Lefkolla has been installed at the Paralimni-Dherynia town hall in a specially constructed museum showcase. The exhibition display case and pedestal were built, designed and installed by Manolis Kamasas, a specialist in museum and exhibition design. Mayor George Nicolettos expressed his appreciation of Kamasas’ […]

26.08.2026 13:47

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School supplies donated to Greek Cypriot, Maronite children in north

School supplies have been donated to Greek Cypriot and Maronite children who attend schools in the north, the Pancyprian volunteerism coordinating council said on Thursday. The supplies were donated by Eurobank, with volunteerism coordinating council chairman Elias Demetriou comparing the children and their families to the Spartans at the Battle of Thermopylae, and offering them […]

26.08.2026 13:37

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Lordos proposes €200,000 final dividend for shareholders

Lordos United Public Ltd announced on Wednesday that it will propose a €200,000 final dividend to shareholders at its annual general meeting on September 23, 2026, with the company also set to review its first-half financial results at a board meeting on the same day. The company’s board of directors has decided to recommend approval […]

26.08.2026 13:27

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Investigations into Aradippou fire postponed

The fire service has postponed its investigations into the fire that broke out in the industrial area of Aradippou on Tuesday, saying that it was awaiting necessary approval from the labour inspection office. “The investigation will be conducted after the necessary approval for entry into the premises has been secured,” the fire service said. According […]

26.08.2026 12:59

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Nicosia tourism body targets Greek visitors with Athens event

The Nicosia regional tourism board (Etap) will host a tourism event in Athens on October 2, 2026, as part of an effort to attract more visitors from Greece and promote the capital’s tourism offering. The event, being held under the slogan “Greece, we are waiting for you”, will present Nicosia’s comparative advantages to tourism professionals […]

26.08.2026 12:58

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Cyprus beats Turkey in world backgammon championship

Cyprus defeated Turkey 4-1 at the World Backgammon Federation’s World Championship on Wednesday. The backgammon federation celebrated the result in a social media post, stating simply “we just defeated the Turkish National Team”. The win came during the tournament, being held at the Mercure Hotel in Earl’s Court, London. The tournament has been described as […]

26.08.2026 12:48

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Street dogs: Why India can’t — and shouldn’t — evict its canines

Mitu Sengupta, Toronto Metropolitan University For more than two centuries, authorities in India have tried to remove free-ranging dogs from…

26.08.2026 12:36

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RIF invites researchers to connect with pupils across Cyprus

Researchers and research organisations across Cyprus are being invited to take part in the 2026–2027 “Researchers in Schools” programme, bringing pupils into closer contact with people working in science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics. The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) has opened expressions of interest from researchers who are available to visit primary, secondary […]

26.08.2026 12:35

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Fire brigade honours its search and rescue dogs

The fire brigade paid tribute to its K9 team on Wednesday, marking World Dog Day. In a post shared on social media, the department described the animals as “partners, companions and valuable members” of the service. The search and rescue dogs are part of the fire brigade’s specialist rescue unit, (Emak) which is deployed to […]

26.08.2026 12:27

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