London event brings founders and investors closer to innovation networks
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London event brings founders and investors closer to innovation networks

A joint technology and startup networking event was held in London last week, as non-profit organisation Cyprus Seeds and venture capital firm 33East brought together founders, researchers and investors to strengthen ties within the global Cypriot innovation community. The event marked the first joint initiative between Cyprus Seeds and 33East, signalling closer collaboration in their […]

09.02.2026 13:29
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Water cut risk looms after fault hits Larnaca desalination plant
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Water cut risk looms after fault hits Larnaca desalination plant

A temporary reduction in the supply of water may be felt in Nicosia, Larnaca and Famagusta after a technical fault at the Larnaca desalination plant, the water development department cautioned on Monday. The problem occurred over the weekend and reduced the quantities of drinking water delivered to municipalities. The department affirmed efforts were under way […]

09.02.2026 13:29
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Cyta delivers two electric cars to Cyta & soeasy Rewards draw winners
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Cyta delivers two electric cars to Cyta & soeasy Rewards draw winners

On February 4, 2026, at Cyta’s Nicosia headquarters, the lucky winners of the Cyta & soeasy Rewards draw were handed the keys to two prize BYD electric cars. Winners Kostas Larkou and Mihaela Niculae received their brand new electric vehicles, from Cyta’s Consumer Market Marketing Director of Cyta, Elpida Michaiou, and left the Company’s headquarters […]

09.02.2026 13:23
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Fitiris dismisses claims he threatened to ‘behead’ Loizides
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Fitiris dismisses claims he threatened to ‘behead’ Loizides

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris rejected claims that he threatened the Isotita union president, Nikos Loizides, in a phone call last week. Speaking during a press conference on Monday regarding organised crime and justice reform, Fitiris was asked to comment on Loizides’ public allegation that a senior cabinet figure threatened to “behead” him because of his […]

09.02.2026 13:18
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Oil prices fall as US-Iran nuclear talks ease supply fears
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Oil prices fall as US-Iran nuclear talks ease supply fears

Oil prices fell more than 1 per cent on Monday as fears of a Middle East conflict eased after the US and Iran pledged to continue indirect talks about Tehran’s nuclear programme, calming worries about potential supply disruptions. Brent crude futures fell 84 cents, or 1.2 per cent, to $67.21 a barrel by 0747 GMT […]

09.02.2026 12:21
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Survivors dispute Greek coastguard account of fatal migrant shipwreck
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Survivors dispute Greek coastguard account of fatal migrant shipwreck

Survivors of a shipwreck that killed 15 Afghan migrants off Greece last week said that the dinghy they were in did not change course or ram a coastguard vessel, contradicting the official account by authorities. Fifteen people died in the shipwreck off the island of Chios on February 3. Two dozen others, including 11 minors, […]

09.02.2026 12:10
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€40 million to be spent on Paralimni upgrade projects
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€40 million to be spent on Paralimni upgrade projects

The construction of a €6.7 million multi-storey car park in Paralimni dominates a list of projects set to get underway in 2026, its mayor said on Monday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, mayor Giorgos Nikolettos described 2026 as a year of “development intensity” for the Paralimni-Deryneia municipality. He said projects of around €40 million […]

09.02.2026 12:05
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Okypy investigation into death of 42-year-old nears completion
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Okypy investigation into death of 42-year-old nears completion

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death of 42-year-old Georgia Christofi at Larnaca general hospital are close to being completed, state health organisation Okypy on Monday, a day after the patient died. “An investigation is underway to fully document the events, which is expected to be completed very soon,” Okypy spokesperson Charalambos Charilaou said. Christofi, […]

09.02.2026 12:02
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Shipping minister promotes Cyprus as ‘strategic bridge’ for EU
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Shipping minister promotes Cyprus as ‘strategic bridge’ for EU

Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis carried out a working visit to Athens and Alexandria between February 4 and 9, as part of broader efforts to bolster the island’s maritime diplomacy in the region. According to a statement from the ministry released on Monday, the visit combined policy dialogue on decarbonisation with regional cooperation meetings ahead […]

09.02.2026 11:56
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Indian firms eye Cyprus as base for European expansion
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Indian firms eye Cyprus as base for European expansion

The landscape of bilateral trade has shifted as Cyprus and India move toward a more structured era of economic cooperation, following a high-profile summit in Mumbai that engaged over 450 industry leaders. This gathering served as a catalyst for translating diplomatic goodwill into concrete commercial ventures across the technology, shipping, and financial sectors. According to […]

09.02.2026 11:40
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Videos expose torture inside Pyla casino
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Videos expose torture inside Pyla casino

Investigation into an organised criminal syndicate have been intensified police said on Monday after uncovering a number of videos showing the torture of at least seven people inside a casino in Pyla. The footage, described in court as “shocking and degrading”, was found on two mobile phones belonging to a 48-year-old already on remand over […]

09.02.2026 11:11
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Government considers invitation to Board of Peace meeting
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Government considers invitation to Board of Peace meeting

Cyprus’ invitation to the upcoming meeting of US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, set to take place in Washington on February 19, is currently being evaluated, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Monday. Speaking on CyBC radio, Letymbiotis said the government generally favoured Trump’s “peace plan for Gaza”, provided it remained within the framework […]

09.02.2026 10:53
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Maserati marks 100 years since motorsport debut
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Maserati marks 100 years since motorsport debut

The spotlight hasn’t faded yet on “Maserati Meccanica Lirica” and on the return of GranTurismo and GranCabrio production to the historic Viale Ciro Menotti plant, with Maserati celebrating the 111th anniversary of its founding. A milestone that makes it the longest-standing brand in Italy’s Motor Valley. These two milestones make Maserati the epitome of Italian […]

09.02.2026 10:49
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City snatch chaotic win at Liverpool to stay on Arsenal’s heels
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City snatch chaotic win at Liverpool to stay on Arsenal’s heels

Manchester City’s Erling Haaland converted a stoppage-time penalty to give his side a 2-1 victory at Liverpool on Sunday, narrowing the gap with Premier League leaders Arsenal to six points and breathing new life into the title race. The Norwegian’s 21st league goal of the season capped a thrilling comeback after Dominik Szoboszlai’s stunning free […]

09.02.2026 10:45
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Cyprus economic model highlighted at high-level Brussels meeting
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Cyprus economic model highlighted at high-level Brussels meeting

Cyprus’ cooperation between government and business was cited by BusinessEurope as supporting the country’s economic performance, according to Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) president George Pantelides. Pantelides, who serves as vice-president of the European employers’ confederation, took part on February 5 in a working dinner with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen alongside the […]

09.02.2026 10:40
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Police vehicles destroyed after football fans clash
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Police vehicles destroyed after football fans clash

Five police vehicles were damaged, and officers came under sustained attack during clashes with fans outside the GSP Stadium in Nicosia on Sunday night, following Apoel’s 2–1 defeat to Aek Larnaca. Police said the incidents began after the final whistle when around 150 individuals moved towards the west stand, where club administration offices are located. […]

09.02.2026 10:38
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Beer deliveries rise in January, driven by domestic demand
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Beer deliveries rise in January, driven by domestic demand

Beer deliveries in Cyprus increased at the start of 2026, according to figures released by the state statistical service (Cystat). Total deliveries reached 1,881,310 litres in January 2026, marking a 3.1 per cent increase compared with 1,825,054 litres in January 2025. Nearly all volumes were absorbed locally, with around 98 per cent directed to the […]

09.02.2026 10:34
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Building collapse in Lebanon’s Tripoli kills 13, search for missing continues
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Building collapse in Lebanon’s Tripoli kills 13, search for missing continues

The death toll from the collapse of a residential building in the Lebanese city of Tripoli rose to 13, as rescue teams continued to search for missing people beneath the rubble, Lebanon’s National News Agency reported on Monday. Rescue workers in the northern city’s Bab al-Tabbaneh neighbourhood have also assisted nine survivors, while the search […]

09.02.2026 10:03
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Columbia Group appoints Christina Orfanidou as Head of AI
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Columbia Group appoints Christina Orfanidou as Head of AI

Cyprus-based Columbia Group appointed Christina Orfanidou as Head of AI, as the company moves to embed responsible, people-centric artificial intelligence across its maritime operations. According to the statement, she will lead the group’s AI strategy and implementation, focusing on practical, business-owned solutions that deliver measurable value. At the same time, her mandate includes driving productivity […]

09.02.2026 10:00
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Dr Strangelove coming live to Nicosia stage
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Dr Strangelove coming live to Nicosia stage

Nicosia For Art, in collaboration with National Theatre Live, presents the filmed version of the theatre production Dr Strangelove by Stanley Kubrick this month, bringing an acclaimed play from London to the Cyprus capital. Co-adapted by Armando Iannucci and Sean Foley, and directed by Sean Foley, the play is considered one of the greatest comedies […]

09.02.2026 10:00
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Cablenet: two new home internet plans with same-day internet, ‘Try & Buy’ option
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Cablenet: two new home internet plans with same-day internet, ‘Try & Buy’ option

Cablenet is introducing two new Home Internet plans: GigaMax Internet and Super 300M, delivering even faster speeds, same-day Internet and a premium connectivity experience. The new offering includes Same-Day Internet, allowing customers to get Internet access immediately, without the long waits that used to be the norm. In addition, Cablenet is introducing a 30-day “Try […]

09.02.2026 09:42
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Once feted, Mandelson becomes nightmare for weakened PM Keir Starmer
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Once feted, Mandelson becomes nightmare for weakened PM Keir Starmer

Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s appointment of Peter Mandelson as Britain’s ambassador to the United States was once hailed as an inspired move to deploy a master of the “dark arts” of politics to manage relations with Donald Trump. Just over a year later, that choice has created the biggest threat yet for Starmer, with his […]

09.02.2026 09:41
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