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Ukraine hits Russian chemical plant again, reports say, in heavy overnight drone attack

Ukraine struck a chemical plant in Russia’s Tula region for the second time in two weeks as part of a massive wave of overnight drone attacks, according to Russian and Ukrainian Telegram channels. Regional governor Dmitry Milyayev said an industrial facility in Novomoskovsk, 200 km (125 miles) south of Moscow, had been damaged. Multiple news […]

26.06.2026 13:00

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Cyprus to trial AI cameras targeting mobile phone drivers

Cyprus will begin testing artificial intelligence cameras designed to detect motorists using mobile phones at the wheel, as the government steps up efforts to reduce fatal traffic accidents linked to distracted driving, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades confirmed on Friday. The pilot scheme will see an AI camera installed at a fixed location to assess how […]

26.06.2026 12:49

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Thanos Hotels & Resorts and εὖSKIN® launch a new era of wellness hospitality

United by a shared vision of authentic care, prevention and meaningful wellness experiences, Thanos Hotels & Resorts and εὖSKIN® have launched Inclusive Wellness by εὖSKIN® at Anassa, Annabelle and Almyra. The new partnership introduces a contemporary approach to skin wellness and personalised wellbeing, giving guests access to tailored skincare experiences designed to address the skin’s […]

26.06.2026 12:42

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Cyprus fuel sales decline amidst government efforts to curb costs

Cyprus’ total sales of petroleum products fell by 5.1 per cent in May 2026 compared with the same month last year, even as monthly demand strengthened and the government moved to shield motorists from elevated fuel costs by extending reduced excise duties. According to figures released on Friday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), total […]

26.06.2026 12:42

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Rescuers comb Venezuelan quake rubble, 50,000 reported missing

Rescuers worked through the night on Friday to save hundreds of Venezuelans trapped in rubble and find thousands more missing after two of the biggest earthquakes in Latin America’s modern history smashed areas in and around the capital Caracas. The government said 235 dead had been taken to medical centers but did not give a […]

26.06.2026 12:38

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New Protaras roundabout opens to ease traffic

A new roundabout was inaugurated on Friday in Protaras by Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades, who described it as an important investment in road safety, traffic flow and the area’s growing tourism sector. Vafeades said the government remained committed to upgrading Cyprus’ road network through projects that improve daily life and support economic development. “For the […]

26.06.2026 12:32

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Pancyprian exam results expected by July 24

The Pancyprian examinations concluded on Friday, with results due to be announced by July 24, head of the examinations service Socrates Mylonas said on Friday. He said those results will also include university placements in Cyprus. “With many reservations, we hope by July 24,” he said. Successful applications for places at universities in Greece will […]

26.06.2026 12:28

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The records that often matter most in an Alabama truck accident case

A truck accident can leave behind twisted metal, damaged property, and many unanswered questions. Yet long after the vehicles are removed from an Alabama roadway, another part of the story begins to take shape. That story is often built through records. Documents, reports, and written information help create a clearer picture of what happened before, […]

26.06.2026 12:25

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Logicom shareholders approve dividend

Logicom Public Ltd shareholders have approved the payment of a €0.10 dividend per share during the company’s annual general meeting. The dividend, corresponding to 29.4 per cent of the nominal value of the share, had been proposed by the company’s board of directors. The company said the proposed record date for determining beneficiaries is Thursday, […]

26.06.2026 12:23

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Keravnos: EU island and coastal strategies must move from recognition to action

The European Commission’s new strategies for islands and coastal communities are comprehensive frameworks capable of addressing the structural disadvantages faced by island and coastal regions across the European Union, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said on Friday. Speaking at the high-level conference on islands and coastal communities in Paphos, Keravnos said the event held particular symbolic […]

26.06.2026 12:19

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Govt scrambles to find Mafia State investigation team

The government search for independent criminal investigators to examine the findings of the anti-corruption authority’s Mafia State report are continuing after several lawyers reportedly declined to take part, citing conflicts of interest. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis confirmed on Friday that a number of individuals approached by President Nikos Christodoulides had refused the appointment after identifying […]

26.06.2026 12:11

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Substance abuse and gambling on the rise says addictions NGO head

Substance abuse and gambling have risen significantly among young people in Cyprus, director of the centre for information and treatment of addictions Kenthea, Elena Zarouna said on Friday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency on the International Day Against Drug Abuse, she said this there have been multiple high-profile cases related to large drug seizures. […]

26.06.2026 11:59

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F1 braced for next twist after Hamilton’s Ferrari breakthrough

Formula One could take another twist in Austria this weekend after Lewis Hamilton ended Mercedes’ dominant run with his breakthrough first win for Ferrari in Spain. The scenic Spielberg circuit hosts the eighth round of the season with Mercedes the favourites on paper after six wins – five in a row for Italian teenager and […]

26.06.2026 11:58

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South Korea’s former First Lady Kim Keon Hee sentenced to seven years for bribery

South Korea’s former First Lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced on Friday to seven years in jail for receiving bribes, after a court found her guilty of accepting luxury items such as jewellery and a Dior handbag in exchange for political favours. The wife of ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol – who was ousted in 2025 […]

26.06.2026 11:40

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Petrolina expects improved results for first half of 2026

Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited announced on Friday that its financial results for the first half of 2026 are expected to show a significant improvement compared with the corresponding period of 2025. The anticipated increase in performance relative to the previous year is primarily attributed to the integration of the operations of eWise Cyprus Limited, formerly […]

26.06.2026 11:30

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Malta calls for island realities to be reflected in EU policymaking

Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela called for the unique challenges faced by islands to be taken into account from the outset of European policymaking, warning that island communities continue to face structural disadvantages that cannot be addressed through one-size-fits-all approaches. Speaking at the high-level conference on islands and coastal communities in Paphos, Abela said that […]

26.06.2026 11:27

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INEX Club Charity Ride 2026 finishes strong in Cyprus, raising support for young cyclists

The INEX Club Charity Ride 2026 concluded successfully in Cyprus last May 10, 2026, attracting 160 registered participants. Of those, around 120 cyclists from Cyprus, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Turkey, Austria, and Canada took part in the ride, joining a day of endurance riding, community engagement, and philanthropy. Participants took part in three road cycling […]

26.06.2026 11:11

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AI cannot replace human judgement, Damianou tells UCy graduates

Artificial intelligence can write code, create images and suggest solutions, but it cannot dream or replace human judgement, Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy Nicodemos Damianou told University of Cyprus (UCy) postgraduate graduates on Thursday.  Speaking at the university’s graduation ceremony, Damianou said the rise of AI is no longer a distant or theoretical issue, but one already affecting Cyprus’ […]

26.06.2026 11:11

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World Cup like a pressure cooker but we will be smart, says Norway coach

Norway coach Stale Solbakken will be resting players for their final World Cup Group I match against France on Friday with the tournament piling physical and mental pressure on them, with the knockout stage looming, he said on Thursday. Both teams have secured their spot in the round of 32 after winning their first two […]

26.06.2026 10:55

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Unbeaten Spain ready for whatever Uruguay throw at them

Spain have gone 33 matches unbeaten and faced opponents of every kind along the way, which is why defender Aymeric Laporte is not losing sleep over what Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay might bring to their World Cup Group H clash. The centre back said Spain’s focus must remain on themselves as they prepare to face a […]

26.06.2026 10:51

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Sizopoulos case file to be handed to legal service ‘within days’

The police’s investigation into allegations of fraud, forgery, conspiracy to commit fraud, and the circulation of forged comments levelled against former Edek leader Marinos Sizopoulos is expected to be handed to the legal service in the coming days, police spokesman Vyron Vyronos said on Friday. “The investigative work has been completed. A study will now […]

26.06.2026 10:48

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Man City agree club-record deal for Anderson

Manchester City have agreed a deal with Nottingham Forest to sign England midfielder Elliot Anderson for a club-record £116 million, the BBC reported. It would make 23-year-old Anderson City’s most expensive signing, eclipsing the £100 million spent on winger Jack Grealish in 2021, while representing a record sale for Nottingham Forest. Anderson is part of […]

26.06.2026 10:47

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Cyprus presidency leaves ‘concrete results’ for Europe’s islands and coasts

Cyprus’ EU presidency had delivered “concrete and substantial results”, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Friday as the island hosted the final major event of its six-month term with a high-level conference on strengthening EU islands and coastal communities. Speaking in Paphos, Christodoulides said the conference carries both practical and symbolic significance, taking place at the […]

26.06.2026 10:41

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Nine arrested in overnight police operations

Police arrested nine people during overnight preventive operations carried out across Cyprus on Thursday, authorities said on Friday. The arrests relate to offences including illegal possession of a firearm and discharging a weapon, drug possession, theft and unlawful possession of property. Officers stopped 370 vehicles and checked 498 people. They also inspected 45 premises, resulting […]

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