Swiss voters poised to reject tighter neutrality rules
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Swiss voters poised to reject tighter neutrality rules

Swiss voters look set to reject next month proposals for a tighter definition of neutrality that would prevent the country from issuing economic sanctions or cooperating with NATO, according to a poll published on Wednesday. Nearly two-thirds of respondents said they opposed the neutrality initiative in the survey conducted for newspapers 20 Minuten and Tamedia. […]

19.08.2026 11:44
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Palace extols strengthening relations with India
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Palace extols strengthening relations with India

The presidential palace on Wednesday acclaimed Cyprus’ deepening relations with India, saying they offer “new markets, investments and strategic perspectives” for the island. “With one of the world’s largest economies and a strategic partner with an increasingly strong presence in the international environment, Cyprus is building a relationship which creates specific political, economic and geostrategic […]

19.08.2026 11:41
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Cyprus building costs rise again in July
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Cyprus building costs rise again in July

Cyprus’ construction material prices rose further in July, driven by sharp annual increases in electrical fixtures, plastics and aluminium products, according to figures released by the statistical service (Cystat). The price index of construction materials reached 123.00 units, with 2021 acting as the base year set at 100. This represented a 0.23 per cent monthly […]

19.08.2026 11:32
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Cyprus moves to tighten minimum tax rules for large companies
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Cyprus moves to tighten minimum tax rules for large companies

Cyprus has opened a public consultation on changes to its minimum tax rules for large multinational and domestic business groups, with the proposed amendments aimed at bringing national legislation fully into line with EU and international requirements. The consultation, which remains open for comments until September 5, 2026, concerns amendments to the law implementing the […]

19.08.2026 11:30
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‘Cyprus is not a target for Iran’
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‘Cyprus is not a target for Iran’

Cyprus is not a target for Iran, government sources told the Cyprus Mail on Wednesday, after a Financial Times report said the island had been considered among potential targets for retaliation in the event of a renewed US offensive against Tehran. Sources at the foreign ministry said similar reports and claims had emerged in the […]

19.08.2026 11:06
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Bases on ‘full alert’ ahead of bird trapping season
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Bases on ‘full alert’ ahead of bird trapping season

The British bases on Wednesday said they were on “full alert” ahead of the start of the Ambelopoulia migratory season at the end of August, with measures to protect the birds from illegal trapping already in place. “The Community Action Team (CAT) is already in the areas of the Eastern British bases, identifying potential entrapment […]

19.08.2026 10:56
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Quantum Computing: from global tech race to Cyprus opportunity
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Quantum Computing: from global tech race to Cyprus opportunity

By Matina Zisiadou, Director – CITEA In my previous article, I referred to Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a significant opportunity for businesses and society, highlighting that the key challenge is not only to understand this emerging technology, but to move from reflection to action. The experience of Artificial Intelligence has shown us how quickly a […]

19.08.2026 10:55
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Capital.com marks 10th anniversary at second annual company week in London
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Capital.com marks 10th anniversary at second annual company week in London

Capital.com, the global online trading platform, brought together colleagues from its offices around the world for Capital.com Week 2026, held in London over May 21-22, 2026. The gathering marked 10 years since the company was founded in Cyprus in 2016, and was the second edition of Capital.com Week, following its debut in Dubai in 2025. […]

19.08.2026 10:31
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Iran ‘weighs Cyprus’ as potential target if US escalates war
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Iran ‘weighs Cyprus’ as potential target if US escalates war

Iran has considered targeting US and British military assets in Europe, including Cyprus, if Washington escalates its conflict with Tehran, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing people close to the Iranian regime. According to the FT, Iranian forces have assessed options for striking US military targets in south-eastern Europe as part of preparations for […]

19.08.2026 10:17
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CySEC warns Cyprus funds of EU-wide risk management review
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CySEC warns Cyprus funds of EU-wide risk management review

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has informed Cyprus fund managers that European regulators are launching an EU-wide review of how investment firms manage risk, with local checks expected to begin in late 2026 or early 2027. In a circular, CySEC told Cyprus investment fund managers that the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) […]

19.08.2026 10:02
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Kleftiko Festival is on its way
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Kleftiko Festival is on its way

A beloved Cypriot summer dish for meat lovers, kleftiko has its own festival, which is approaching soon. Kokkinos Asteras Meneou organises the 9th Meneou Kleftiko Festival on Friday, September 4, presenting a night full of flavours, music and entertainment. If you love slow-cooked meat and village festival vibes, then this is the event for you. […]

19.08.2026 09:56
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Pension reform discussion get underway at Labour Advisory Board
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Pension reform discussion get underway at Labour Advisory Board

The new pension reform is expected to be at the centre of a meeting of the Labour Advisory Board with Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas on Wednesday morning. “The goal is, as soon as possible, for opinions to converge as much as possible. If there are differences, we will try to limit or even eliminate them,” […]

19.08.2026 09:55
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Aristo Developers unveils Aphrodite Court in Mesogi, Paphos
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Aristo Developers unveils Aphrodite Court in Mesogi, Paphos

Aristo Developers has launched Aphrodite Court, a boutique residential project expanding the company’s portfolio in Paphos. The development reflects the company’s commitment to delivering contemporary homes that combine quality design, everyday comfort and a well-connected location. Located in Mesogi, Aphrodite Court offers an attractive opportunity for homeowners and investors alike in an established community. The […]

19.08.2026 09:40
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Apple to change app data consent rules, German regulator says
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Apple to change app data consent rules, German regulator says

Apple will change rules governing how app developers can use personal ​data for targeted advertising on iPhones and iPads, ‌Germany’s competition authority said on Monday, closing a years-long investigation. The Federal Cartel Office, or FCO, found that Apple’s App Tracking Transparency framework gave its own ​apps more favourable consent prompts than those of ​third-party developers, […]

19.08.2026 09:30
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At least nine killed in Kolkata hotel fire
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At least nine killed in Kolkata hotel fire

At least nine people were killed, including a child, in a fire at a hotel in India’s eastern city of Kolkata on Wednesday, local police said. The hotel is located in a congested area in central Kolkata and is known for budget accommodations and restaurants. The fire broke out at around 2:50 a.m. local time on the second […]

19.08.2026 09:16
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Six arrested in overnight police operations
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Six arrested in overnight police operations

A total of six people were arrested in overnight police operations across the island on Tuesday night. The police said they had carried out organised patrols in urban areas with 442 vehicle checks and 225 drivers being checked and 41 premises being inspected as part of the patrols. During the operations, six people were arrested […]

19.08.2026 09:11
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Fire breaks out at Deryneia barbershop
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Fire breaks out at Deryneia barbershop

A fire broke out at a barbershop in Deryneia in the early hours of Wednesday. The blaze was reported shortly before 4am. Police said that initial assessments indicate no significant damage wa caused. The scene was cordoned off, with investigations to determine the causes of the fire to continue later today.

19.08.2026 09:01
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Infant found dead in crib
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Infant found dead in crib

A five-month-old infant was found dead in his crib by his mother on Tuesday. According to the police, the incident occurred around 8pm, when the infant’s mother of noticed that it was unresponsive. The child was then taken to a private hospital in Limassol where it was pronounced dead. An autopsy is expected to shed […]

19.08.2026 08:51
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Five delivery drivers attacked by group in Paphos
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Five delivery drivers attacked by group in Paphos

Five delivery drivers were injured on Tuesday night after being attacked by a group of unknown individuals in Paphos. Police said that the incident took place in the Mouttalos area at around 8.40pm when a 26-year-old delivery driver was delivering an order. Upon his arrival, an unknown man, who was allegedly accompanied by three other […]

19.08.2026 08:46
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Zelenskiy faces major challenge as ousted defence minister Fedorov demands wartime vote
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Zelenskiy faces major challenge as ousted defence minister Fedorov demands wartime vote

Ukraine’s ousted Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov called for wartime elections in a bombshell address on Tuesday, arguing the nation faced a crisis of governance, in the biggest internal challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy since Russia’s invasion. Fedorov’s call, delivered in a video address posted on YouTube, is the first such demand by a major Ukrainian […]

19.08.2026 08:45
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Cyprus to host blue economy forum with Croatian businesses in September
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Cyprus to host blue economy forum with Croatian businesses in September

Businesses and organisations from Cyprus and Croatia will come together in Limassol on September 25, 2026, for a business and innovation forum aimed at strengthening cross-border cooperation and creating new opportunities in the blue economy. The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) announced that it will organise the ‘Blue Bridges Cyprus-Croatia Business and Innovation […]

19.08.2026 08:30
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