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Cyprus Police Conduct Overnight Operations, Make One Arrest

Police carried out coordinated overnight patrols across Cyprus aimed at preventing serious crime, maintaining public order and strengthening the sense of security among residents, authorities said Friday. The operations led to the arrest of one person on suspicion of illegal possession of property. During the night, officers stopped and checked 379 drivers and passengers, and […]

13.02.2026 21:00

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Man wanted for trafficking ecstasy last year arrested

A 28-year-old man wanted in connection with the illegal possession and trafficking of ecstasy in Limassol was arrested on Friday. The police said the crimes were committed between July and December 2025 in Limassol. Investigations led to testimony against the 28-year-old suspect and an arrest warrant had been issued. The police released the man’s photograph […]

13.02.2026 20:51

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Farmers protest in Greek capital over rising production costs

Greek farmers drove dozens of tractors into central Athens on Friday to protest over rising production costs and tough competition from abroad, saying that what the government had offered them so far was not enough to stay afloat. People lined up and applauded as tractors arrived in front of the parliament building. The farmers said […]

13.02.2026 20:32

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Ukrainian athlete Heraskevych’s appeal for reinstatement dismissed

The Court of Arbitration for Sport dismissed on Friday an appeal by Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych to be reinstated in the Milano Cortina Olympics after he was disqualified over his “helmet of remembrance”. The 27-year-old was removed from the Olympic programme on Thursday when the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation jury ruled that imagery […]

13.02.2026 20:27

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Supreme Court declines CPA police reform challenge

The Cyprus Police Association (CPA) on Friday confirmed it had filed a request with the Supreme Court seeking a review of the new police reform, but the court ruled the matter does not fall under its jurisdiction. “Instead of filing an appeal before the Administrative Court, we chose a procedure which, by its nature, is […]

13.02.2026 20:23

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Cypriots show strong trust in EU security framework

Almost two thirds of Cypriots believe that European security is strengthened through the institutional mechanisms of the European Union, according to a Eurobarometer survey published on Friday. “The most notable result is that more than two thirds of Europeans (68 per cent) believe their country is under threat,” the European Commission said. In Cyprus, 75 […]

13.02.2026 20:05

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Cyprus records highest rate of food waste in EU

Cyprus records the highest rate of food waste in the EU, with significant environmental and social consequences, environment commissioner Antonia Theodosiou said on Friday. Addressing the award ceremony for the mindREsetters of the year competition, Antoniou said the state has acknowledged the problem and is promoting policies to address it. She pointed out, however, that it […]

13.02.2026 20:00

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Cyprus among fastest-ageing EU populations

The median age in Cyprus has reached 41, placing the country among those in the European Union that have recorded the largest increases in population age, alongside Slovakia, Eurostat said on Friday. According to the EU’s statistical service, the median age in Cyprus has risen by four years since 2015, when it stood at 37. […]

13.02.2026 19:32

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Accio Piano Trio makes Cyprus debut

Since its debut at the Wiener Konzerthaus in 2015, the Accio Piano Trio has developed into a dynamic presence on the international chamber music scene, performing extensively all over the world. Its next performance is the old town of Nicosia, making its Cyprus debut as part of the Pharos Arts Foundation’s Concert & Recital Series. […]

13.02.2026 19:00

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Cyprus third in EU for reduction of greenhouse emissions

Cyprus ranked third among EU member states regarding the reduction of greenhouse emissions during the third quarter of 2025, with an estimated reduction of 5.2 per cent compared with the second quarter, Eurostat said on Friday. At an EU level, the economy’s seasonally adjusted greenhouse gas emissions in the third quarter of 2025 were estimated […]

13.02.2026 18:50

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Larnaca man jailed for two years over €10,000 email fraud

The Larnaca district court on Friday sentenced a 27-year-old man to two years in prison following a trial for internet fraud and the embezzlement of €10,000. The case, which was investigated by the CID, involved a sophisticated “email interception” scam targeting local businesses. Police investigators discovered the perpetrators illegally interfered with the email correspondence between […]

13.02.2026 18:41

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Why Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is the new crypto choice for investors who find Dogecoin (DOGE) too slow

Dogecoin trades at $0.09 with 170 billion coins in circulation. A 100x move would require trillions in market cap, mathematically possible only in theory, not practice. Meanwhile, investors wait weeks for DOGE to move 5%. The community remains loyal, but loyalty does not generate yield. It does not produce dividends or unlock liquidity against holdings.  […]

13.02.2026 18:10

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Commission sends half a million foot-and-mouth vaccines for north

The veterinary services received half a million vaccines against foot and mouth disease SAT1, provided by the European Commission to help tackle the virus in the north, it was made known on Friday. The vaccines were supplied by the European vaccine bank to help increase the resilience of vulnerable populations of animals and reduce the […]

13.02.2026 18:09

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Limassol port operator ousted as chairman as Epstein files fuel fallout

Dubai-based logistics group DP World, which operates the port of Limassol, replaced its chairman and chief executive on Friday, following leaked disclosures in the recently released Epstein files. Dubai authorities announced that Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem had resigned with immediate effect, ending his tenure at the helm of the state-backed company. He has been replaced […]

13.02.2026 17:57

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Ioannou flags housing crisis as EU priority after Greece talks

The scarcity of affordable housing across Europe is impacting social cohesion and competitiveness, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said on Friday, following a meeting in Nicosia with Greek Social Cohesion and Family Minister Domna Michaelides. The two ministers discussed coordination and the exchange of best practices, with emphasis on their own strategies to expand affordable housing. […]

13.02.2026 17:44

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Sykas takes Disy ballot row to court, seeks temporary injunction

Limassol MP Nikos Sykas filed a civil lawsuit challenging his exclusion from the party’s ballot for the May parliamentary elections and sought a temporary injunction to suspend the decision until the case is heard. The application was lodged at the Limassol district court on Friday and is scheduled for first consideration on Tuesday, February 17. […]

13.02.2026 17:10

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Keravnos hails resilience of Cyprus economy ahead of Ecofin meeting

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos on Friday said that Cyprus recorded economic growth of 4.5 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2025, confirming the resilience of the Cyprus economy despite external challenges. “The data on the growth rate of Cyprus’ GDP in the fourth quarter of 2025 confirm once again the dynamism of the Cypriot […]

13.02.2026 17:03

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Phedonos under scrutiny over alleged embezzlement and illegal appointments

Attorney-general George Savvides is reportedly examining a police file concerning suspended Paphos mayor, Phedonas Phedonos, after a four-year investigation into allegations of embezzlement, unlawful recruitment practices, and illegal handling of Turkish Cypriot property. The inquiry was triggered by a complaint filed by a municipal employee who was dismissed shortly after alerting the authorities. The investigation […]

13.02.2026 17:00

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Reports of Missing Cats Raise Concern in Urban Areas, Citizens Fear Organised Theft

A growing number of reports about missing cats in several urban areas has prompted concern among residents, with social‑media posts suggesting the disappearances may be linked to organised animal theft. According to Sigma, users on platforms such as Facebook say cats have been vanishing daily from homes, yards, parks and feeding points maintained by volunteers, […]

13.02.2026 17:00

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EU-funded improvements at Ayios Dhometios crossing point completed

Upgrades aimed at improving safety and easing traffic have been completed at Nicosia’s Ayios Dhometios crossing point, the European Commission said on Friday. The Commission described the project as a reflection of its “unwavering support and commitment” to improving the quality of life of Cypriots and encourage the crossing of the Green Line in view […]

13.02.2026 16:45

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Cyprus sets 5 million visitor target in new 2035 tourism strategy

Cyprus has approved a new National Tourism Strategy to 2035, targeting 5 million visitors while upgrading quality and ensuring development respects sustainable principles, Deputy Tourism Minister Kostas Koumis said on Friday after a cabinet meeting. Koumis said the plan updates the National Tourism Strategy 2030 adopted in 2020 so it aligns with the country’s long-term […]

13.02.2026 16:39

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Record 101 players competed in the Cyprus Open Chess Championship

International Master Artem Sadovsky claimed the victory. The Cyprus Open Chess Championship concluded on February 8 at Elias Beach Hotel in Limassol. International Master Artem Sadovsky emerged as the champion. Second place went to 17-year-old Candidate Master Rafail Antoniou, and third place went to multiple Chess Olympiad participant Panikos Savva. FIDE Master Marina Cherkasova won […]

13.02.2026 16:31

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New queen crowned as Famagusta carnival spirit comes alive

The new queen of the Famagusta carnival 2026, Adamantini Kosmas, was crowned on Thursday night during a festive ceremony held at Ayios Georgios square in Paralimni. Music, laughter and carnival colour filled the square. In front of a cheerful crowd, the sceptre was passed on by last year’s king, Alkis Christou, in a symbolic handover […]

13.02.2026 16:18

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North’s Pepsi strike now ‘indefinite’ after reps refused to meet unions

Workers at Ektam, the north’s producer of Pepsi and other soft drinks, on Friday announced that their strike is now “indefinite” after representatives of both Ektam and PepsiCo’s Turkish subsidiary refused to meet trade union members to resolve the ongoing dispute. “Our strikes … have turned into an indefinite strike as of today. All our […]

13.02.2026 16:06

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