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What’s in a song? The story behind the music playing at World Cup stadiums

Watching the World Cup and hearing the music in the stadium may have left you wondering — how is that chosen? Is it just coincidence that “Wonderwall” plays after England matches? Are “Freed from Desire” or “Livin’ on a Prayer” always played? And why? The songs are not random. Hundreds — more than 750, in […]

05.07.2026 13:42

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State cannot afford negligence or forgetfulness, spokesman says at Mari memorial

Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Sunday said the state has “no right to negligence or delay” as he paid tribute to the 13 people killed in the Mari explosion, saying their deaths continue to serve as a reminder of the state’s responsibilities. Speaking at the annual memorial service for naval commander Andreas Ioannides and staff […]

05.07.2026 13:32

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Humans and great apes show similar rhythmic pattern in laughter

There are many kinds of laughter. People may guffaw at a joke. They may giggle nervously in an uncomfortable situation. They may chuckle with ​mild amusement. They may snicker to express contempt — especially movie villains. But while laughing seems uniquely human, it is not. Our closest evolutionary relatives do it too. ‌Researchers now have […]

05.07.2026 13:30

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Where exactly can we camp now?

The decision by the forestry department and the deputy ministry of tourism to keep almost all official state campsites closed this summer is a complete failure of public management. Forcing a total shutdown at places like Troodos and Platania – while simultaneously threatening people with €5,000 fines and jail time for wild camping – doesn’t […]

05.07.2026 12:55

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Man arrested in Napa after police seize laughing gas canisters

A 23-year-old man was arrested in Ayia Napa early on Sunday after police allegedly found 20 canisters of nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, in his vehicle. According to police, members of the rapid response unit (MMAD) stopped the car for a routine check at around 2am on a road in Ayia Napa. A […]

05.07.2026 12:53

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Cyprus property market at a crossroads as growth meets new realities

As Cyprus’ property and construction sectors continue to expand in 2026, the country’s real estate market stands at a defining moment, combining strong investment, sustained development activity and rising demand with increasingly complex challenges surrounding affordability, infrastructure, planning and long-term sustainability. For much of the past decade, Cyprus has established itself as one of the […]

05.07.2026 12:30

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UK’s Farage denies rules broken after report of undeclared benefits

A spokesman for British politician Nigel Farage has denied allegations that the Reform UK leader may have broken parliamentary rules after the Sunday Times reported he had not declared some benefits provided to him. Farage is already under investigation by parliament’s standards watchdog over whether he should have declared a £5 million ($6.7 million) donation […]

05.07.2026 12:15

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Nicosia eyes industrial tourism as new visitor attraction

Factories, dairies, wineries and even quarries could become part of Cyprus’ tourism offering under plans being explored by the Nicosia Tourism Board to develop industrial tourism on the island. The initiative aims to create visitor experiences centred on working production facilities, allowing tourists to learn how local products are made while gaining insight into Cyprus’ […]

05.07.2026 12:12

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ExxonMobil’s East Med strategy enters a new phase

The Commerciality Declaration for Cyprus’ Glaucus and Pegasus gas discoveries made this week marks an important milestone – not only for the island, but also for ExxonMobil’s wider Eastern Mediterranean strategy. After almost eight years of exploration, the company has formally moved from proving the existence of gas to planning its development. Yet, contrary to […]

05.07.2026 12:02

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Government investing €168m to tackle water shortage, minister says

The government is rolling out a €168 million package of measures to address Cyprus’ water shortage, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said, while highlighting broader plans to invest €454 million in the agricultural sector through the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). Panayiotou said water scarcity remained one of the biggest challenges facing agriculture, alongside climate change […]

05.07.2026 11:30

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Homeowner suffers smoke inhalation after house fire in Kiti

A man suffered breathing difficulties after a fire broke out in his two-storey home in Kiti around 10.40am on Saturday morning, causing extensive damage to the property’s living room. According to the fire service, the fire is believed to have started at a household icon stand before spreading to the living room, where it damaged […]

05.07.2026 10:57

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Eight arrested in overnight police operation

Eight people were arrested during police operations carried out on Saturday night, with police officers issuing 329 traffic citations – including 96 for speeding. The arrests were made in connection with offences including drug possession, drink-driving and illegally residing on the island. During the operation, officers stopped a total of 511 vehicles and carried out […]

05.07.2026 10:44

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Police investigate suspected arson after car destroyed in fire

Police are investigating a suspected arson attack after a car belonging to a 59-year-old man was destroyed by fire in a village in the Nicosia district early on Sunday. According to the police, the fire broke out at around 4.30am while the vehicle was parked outside the owner’s home. Firefighters were called to the scene […]

05.07.2026 10:21

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Trump gives campaign-style July 4 speech on National Mall for US 250th anniversary

President Donald Trump marked the 250th anniversary of the United States on Saturday with a campaign-style speech that repeated his calls for new voting restrictions, warned that “communists” could gain ground in the country and cycled through what he touted as his achievements. After a storm-related delay of nearly two hours, Trump appeared on the […]

05.07.2026 10:20

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Three sons of Iran’s slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor

Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday, but Mojtaba, the son who has succeeded him as Iran’s supreme leader, did not make an appearance. State TV showed Mostafa, Meysam and Masoud Khamenei praying behind the coffins laid out in the […]

05.07.2026 10:05

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Mega-deals drive global dealmaking to all-time record highs

Global M&A hits record $2.8 trillion in first half of 2026 A surge in $10-billion-plus “mega-deals” drove global M&A to record levels in the first half of 2026, LSEG data shows, as some companies took advantage of an easier regulatory backdrop to pursue ​what advisers said are their dream deals. The total value of announced […]

05.07.2026 09:30

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We need bases in Cyprus not their sovereignty

The legal status of the British military bases in Cyprus came under the spotlight again this week at a conference organised by the Cyprus Bar Association during which their legal status came under scrutiny. Two legal questions arise independently of their political complexities that are too long to grapple with in the space available. The […]

05.07.2026 09:00

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Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting June 29: Hotel occupancy in Paphos has fallen sharply compared with last year, with the city and district seeing rates around 20 per cent lower than the corresponding period of 2025, according to hoteliers association (Pasyxe) president Thanos Michaelides. Speaking to the Cyprus […]

05.07.2026 09:00

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Mexico chase another slice of World Cup history as England return to the Azteca

Mexico will bid to continue their remarkable World Cup run when they face England in the last 16 on Sunday, with Javier Aguirre’s side standing one victory away from a first quarter-final appearance in 40 years. The co-hosts have emerged as one of the tournament’s surprise packages, winning all four matches without conceding a goal […]

05.07.2026 08:45

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Tales from the Coffeeshop: Why did govt miss chance to laud Cyprus role?

WHO would have thought it would ever have been possible for the Nik II government to have a big international meeting on the sunshine isle and treat it as a big secret, the prez not making a single public boast about its significance. A two-day meeting of President Donald Trump’s creation, the Board of Peace, […]

05.07.2026 08:30

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Our View: Time for government to put politics aside and ensure energy supply

Top executives of ExxonMobil and QatarEnergy were at the presidential palace on Tuesday for the signing of a joint declaration with the government that gave the status of ‘marketable’ to two gas fields in Cyprus’ EEZ. Although this does not mean the gas fields would ever be developed, President Nikos Christodoulides put the obligatory positive […]

05.07.2026 08:00

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Security and privacy identified as the top concerns for AI buyers

AI platforms must move beyond generic market data and provide insights that are specifically tailored to an organisation’s unique internal context, according to technology intelligence firm IDC. While current artificial intelligence platforms can rapidly process broad information regarding market trends and vendor landscapes, they often struggle when faced with specific queries about a company’s internal […]

05.07.2026 08:00

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Tech giants shift focus from VR to AI smart glasses

The near-eye display market is on track for a recovery in 2026, with revenue projected to climb to $675 million, representing a 12 per cent year-on-year increase following a sharp contraction during the previous year. According to the latest analysis from Omdia published on July 1, 2026, shipments are expected to reach 14.53 million units, […]

05.07.2026 07:30

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EU energy mix shifts as natural gas and renewables show growth

The supply of natural gas and renewable energy across the European Union grew during 2025, while the use of coal and petroleum products saw a continued decline, according to preliminary data released by Eurostat this week. The supply of natural gas increased by 2.3 per cent compared with 2024, amounting to approximately 13.1 million terajoules, […]

05.07.2026 07:00

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