Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Court rejects stepfather’s appeal for raping underage stepdaughter

The court of appeal has upheld the 14-year jail sentence of a stepfather convicted of multiple sexual offences against his underage stepdaughter, which had been imposed by the Paphos criminal court. In its judgement on February 12, but made public on Thursday, the court rejected the appeal on 18 counts of sexual offences, citing no […]

19.02.2026 13:12

19 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

EU regions must be ‘strategic partners’ in budget talks, says Cyprus

Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou on Thursday said that regions must be treated as strategic partners with a voice in the new Multiannual Financial Framework, following a meeting in Nicosia with Filip Reinhag, President of the Conference of Peripheral Maritime Regions, ahead of the organisation’s gathering in the capital. “The future of Europe lies not only […]

19.02.2026 13:02

22 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Legal service told to explain itself over Syllouris, Giovanis acquittal

The state legal service must explain itself in light of the acquittal of former House president Demetris Syllouris and former Akel MP Christakis Giovanis in the case regarding the alleged illegal naturalisations of people as citizens of the Republic of Cyprus, commonly known as the ‘golden passports scandal’, high-profile lawyer Elias Stephanou said on Thursday. […]

19.02.2026 12:49

21 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus investment assets hit €11.4bn as sector grows

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Thursday announced that assets under management in the collective investments sector reached €11.4 billion in the third quarter of 2025, marking a quarterly increase of 7.5 per cent. According to the quarterly statistics bulletin for the third quarter of 2025, CySEC supervised 312 management companies and undertakings […]

19.02.2026 12:34

19 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

EU prioritises cat and dog welfare as Cyprus faces 2028 deadline

A change to how cats and dogs are protected across Europe is on the horizon, and Cyprus has just a few years to get ready. Recent discussions at the House environment committee have brought animal welfare firmly into the spotlight, with committee chair and MP Charalambos Theopemptou warned that a new EU-wide law will transform […]

19.02.2026 12:34

20 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Eurobank highlights shift in global ship finance

Eurobank underscored that shipping finance is entering a decisive transition phase during its participation in the 9th Annual Capital Link Cyprus Shipping Forum in Limassol, which took place earlier this week. The 9th Annual Capital Link Cyprus Shipping Forum, held with the support of Eurobank, brought to the fore new trends, challenges and opportunities shaping […]

19.02.2026 12:26

19 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus construction material prices rise from last year

The Price Index of Construction Materials in Cyprus rose to 118.89 units in January 2026, with 2021 acting as the base year set at 100 units, according to figures by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). This figure represents a slight increase of 0.12 per cent when compared to the previous month of December 2025. Compared […]

19.02.2026 12:23

19 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus joins European money quiz for second year

The Association of Cyprus Banks has announced that it will participate for a second consecutive year in the European Money Quiz, once again placing Cyprus within the major pan-European financial literacy initiative. Through its participation in the European Money Quiz, the Cyprus Banks Association (CBA) is reaffirming its commitment to strengthening financial education among young […]

19.02.2026 12:19

20 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested

BBC TV reported on Thursday that police had arrested King Charles’ younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office over his links to Jeffrey Epstein. Earlier newspapers reported that six unmarked police cars and around eight plain clothed officers had arrived at Wood Farm on the Sandringham estate in eastern England earlier […]

19.02.2026 12:18

20 0

Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Justice Minister meets with Bases officials in Dhekelia

Representatives from the Sovereign Base Areas Police and Administration met with Republic of Cyprus Minister of Justice, Costas Fitiris this week to discuss key issues affecting the whole island. During the meeting in the Dhekelia area, Chief Constable Steve Jupp was joined by the SBA Administration’s Chief Officer, Fleur Thomas and other senior members of […]

19.02.2026 12:15

25 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus stock exchange suspends treasury bills trading

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) announced on Thursday the suspension of trading in the 13-week Treasury Bills 11th Issue, Series 2025, ahead of their upcoming deletion. The decision concerns the 13-week Treasury Bills 11th Issue, Series 2025 (November 28, 2025 – February 27, 2026), bearing the code TB13K25, with trading suspended from February 24, 2026 […]

19.02.2026 12:09

19 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Tepak opens bids for management of new Berengaria dormitories

The Cyprus University of Technology (Tepak) expects to welcome its first students to the new dormitories in the Berengaria area of Kato Polemidia in September, after the first phase of the project is scheduled for completion by June 30, 2026. To enable the leasing of the initial 154 beds, the university has launched a tender […]

19.02.2026 12:00

20 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

British bases meeting with justice minister focuses on organised crime

The British bases police officers met with Cypriot Justice Minister Costas Fytiris this week to address tackling organised crime, crossing points and further strengthening cooperation. The Dhekelia meeting included representatives from the bases’ police and administration, focusing on issues like crossing point coordination and inter-authority liaison. “The minister’s presence shows our determination to keep citizens […]

19.02.2026 11:49

19 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Audit office reports 11-hour waits at A&E unit, new CT scanner not operating

The Audit Office on Thursday reported “prolonged” waiting times of up to 11 hours for patients at accident and emergency units, following an undercover inspection of the Nicosia and Limassol general hospitals. It reported that the situation at the Nicosia general hospital was much slower than in Limassol, with average wait times reaching five hours […]

19.02.2026 11:44

20 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Turkey claims Greece-Chevron activity off Crete unlawful

Turkey said on Thursday it opposed Greece’s “unilateral activities” in hydrocarbon fields south of Crete with a consortium led by U.S. oil major Chevron as a violation of international law and good neighbourly relations. The Chevron-led consortium signed exclusive lease agreements on Monday to look for natural gas off southern Greece, expanding the United States’ […]

19.02.2026 11:34

17 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus banks among lowest in EU for climate risk exposure

Cypriot banks’ exposure to climate-sensitive sectors remains below the European average, ranking among the lowest in the bloc, according to the latest European Banking Authority (EBA) ESG risk dashboard published this week. Data covering the second quarter of 2025 showed that banks in Cyprus recorded exposure of 59 per cent to non-financial corporations operating in […]

19.02.2026 11:30

19 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

University of Nicosia coordinates Erasmus+ “Mental Health Matters” kick-off meeting in Chișinău

The Social Work Programme of the University of Nicosia (UNIC), coordinator of the new Erasmus+ project “Mental Health Matters” (MHM), held the project’s kick-off meeting in Chișinău, Moldova, on 27 – 28 January 2026. The meeting brought together partners from Moldova, Italy, and Greece, and laid the foundation for joint work to strengthen mental health […]

19.02.2026 11:08

19 0

Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Police Warn Against Use of Non‑Compliant Vehicles on Roads

Police are warning that vehicles not approved for road use pose a heightened risk of serious or fatal crashes and are prohibited under Cypriot law. Authorities said the legislation bans any mechanically or electrically powered vehicle that does not meet legal specifications from circulating on public roads. The category includes certain electric bicycles that exceed […]

19.02.2026 10:46

25 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Sloppy Arsenal implode in 2-2 draw at bottom side Wolves

Teenager Tom Edozie scored a 94th-minute equaliser on debut as Arsenal let a two-goal lead slip at bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers in a 2-2 draw on Wednesday, wasting a big chance to move clear in the Premier League title race. Arsenal have 58 points from 27 matches, five ahead of second-placed Manchester City having played a game more. […]

19.02.2026 10:33

20 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Big guns to meet in Olympic ice hockey semis

Overtime drama defined the men’s Olympic ice hockey quarter-finals on Wednesday, with favourites Canada and defending champions Finland surviving to set up a semi-final clash, while the United States also needed extra time and will meet Slovakia in the last four. With NHL players returning to the Games for the first time since 2014, a […]

19.02.2026 10:27

21 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Worker remains in serious condition after 11-metre fall in Paphos

A 24-year-old worker remains in a serious but stable condition at Paphos general hospital after falling from a height of around 11 metres on Wednesday, sustaining injuries to his neck, pelvis, head and bruising to the lungs. He had been installing photovoltaics on a roof. He was transported to hospital by ambulance, where doctors said […]

19.02.2026 10:24

21 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Gordon scores four as Newcastle hammer Qarabag

Anthony Gordon struck four times in the first half as Newcastle United thrashed Qarabag 6-1 away in their Champions League playoff first leg on Wednesday, to all but book their place in the last 16. Gordon opened the scoring in the third minute and Malick Thiaw headed in from a corner six minutes later to […]

19.02.2026 10:19

23 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Phedonos takes questions from police as investigation rolls on

Suspended Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos spent two hours taking questions from the police on Wednesday evening as investigations into allegations made against him regarding an alleged rape continue. Various local media outlets reported that Phedonos submitted a three-page written statement to the police, and that he offered no answers to the police outside of that […]

19.02.2026 10:06

22 0

Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Vetrina: a new timeless mediterranean gastronomical journey begins

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection Hotel, soon welcomes “Vetrina”,  on the 28th of  January, a brand-new, all-day, dine, wine & deli venue, rooted in the Mediterranean spirit and reflecting contemporary sophistication.  The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection Hotel, owned by MHV, is officially announcing the arrival of the brand-new, dine, wine & deli Vetrina, which is coming to present guests with treasured moments […]

19.02.2026 10:00

20 0