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EU ‘cannot remain mere observers’ on Gaza, Kombos says
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EU ‘cannot remain mere observers’ on Gaza, Kombos says

The European Union “cannot remain mere observers” on the matter of Gaza, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Wednesday. “We must move in full coordination and on the basis of international law. We cannot remain mere observers,” he told the European Parliament’s foreign affairs committee (Afet), before saying that Cyprus “has contributed substantially in the […]

28.01.2026 21:02
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Guterres ‘seriously disturbed’ by lack of progress on Cyprus problem
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Guterres ‘seriously disturbed’ by lack of progress on Cyprus problem

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is “seriously disturbed” by the lack of progress achieved on the Cyprus problem since last month’s tripartite meeting involving his envoy Maria Angela Holguin, President Nikos Christodoulides, and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman, according to reports on Wednesday evening. Turkish public broadcaster TRT reported that Guterres had “emphasised that the […]

28.01.2026 20:57
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Hermaphrodite’s Child back in Cyprus for two shows
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Hermaphrodite’s Child back in Cyprus for two shows

The Athenian band Hermaphrodite’s Child returns to the island after popular demand, filling February’s evenings with more groovy music from past decades. Here’s when to catch them in Nicosia and Larnaca. “Remember the 50s-60s band that blew your socks off a couple of months ago? They’re back in Cyprus for two more shows and this […]

28.01.2026 19:49
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Gender perspective to be integrated into legislation
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Gender perspective to be integrated into legislation

A bill to integrate gender equality into the executive, legislative and judicial elements in the public and broader public sector was discussed at the House legal affairs committee on Wednesday. “Women and men have different needs, and we should take into account the different impact of every policy or action and every bill on women […]

28.01.2026 19:44
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Deposed Paphos bishop ordered to leave flat, hand over keys
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Deposed Paphos bishop ordered to leave flat, hand over keys

Deposed Paphos bishop Tychikos was on Wednesday ordered by Archbishop Georgios to leave the bishopric flat and hand over the keys to the bishopric by 10am on Thursday. The order was made in a letter sent to Tychikos, which also informed him that the police will enter the flat and the bishop’s office “to record […]

28.01.2026 18:59
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Rubio touts progress with Venezuela’s new leaders in Senate hearing
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Rubio touts progress with Venezuela’s new leaders in Senate hearing

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the U.S. Senate on Wednesday that Venezuela’s new leaders were moving toward closer ties with the United States, as he publicly faced lawmakers’ questions for the first time since the U.S. raid to seize President Nicolas Maduro this month. President Donald Trump’s administration is working with Delcy Rodriguez, a […]

28.01.2026 18:49
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Ukrainians face tough weeks as Russia targets power sector during freeze
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Ukrainians face tough weeks as Russia targets power sector during freeze

Life will be particularly tough for Ukrainians over the next three weeks due to plunging temperatures and intense Russian attacks on the energy system that have already deprived millions of light and heat, a senior lawmaker said on Wednesday. Despite progress in peace talks that has led to trilateral negotiations between Russia, Ukraine and the […]

28.01.2026 18:36
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Nipah virus fears trigger airport checks across Asia
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Nipah virus fears trigger airport checks across Asia

Authorities across Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia have taken urgent steps to stop the highly lethal and epidemic‑prone Nipah virus spreading beyond India, rolling out airport temperature checks and other screening measures. Nipah is classified as a priority pathogen by the World Health Organization because of its ability to spark fast‑moving outbreaks, its fatality […]

28.01.2026 18:04
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WHO opens new offices in Nicosia
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WHO opens new offices in Nicosia

The World Health Organisation inaugurated its new offices in Nicosia on Wednesday, in what Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides said opened a new chapter for Cyprus. The enhanced presence of WHO in Cyprus, Charalambides said, allows for the use of international know-how and best practices to the benefit of public health. The offices were opened by […]

28.01.2026 17:46
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Ukraine war ‘a test for European values’, Kombos says
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Ukraine war ‘a test for European values’, Kombos says

The war in Ukraine is “a test for European values”, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Wednesday. “It is a test for European values, a determining factor for the stability of Europe, and a testing ground for European economies,” he told the European Parliament’s foreign affairs committee (Afet). He added that “sovereignty and territorial integrity […]

28.01.2026 17:36
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First female leader of Church of England confirmed in ancient ceremony
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First female leader of Church of England confirmed in ancient ceremony

Sarah Mullally was officially confirmed on Wednesday as the first woman to lead the Church of England as Archbishop of Canterbury at a traditional ceremony at St Paul’s Cathedral in London. The vast cathedral was converted into a court of law for the ancient Confirmation of Election, a legal ceremony set within a church service […]

28.01.2026 17:18
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Raouna: ‘urgent need’ to strengthen defence cooperation with UK
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Raouna: ‘urgent need’ to strengthen defence cooperation with UK

European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna on Wednesday spoke of an “urgent need” for the European Union to strengthen its cooperation with the United Kingdom in the field of defence. “Defence and security are a common priority for the EU and the UK,” she told the European Parliament’s foreign affairs committee (Afet), with the EU […]

28.01.2026 17:11
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Raouna pledges to pursue ‘mutually beneficial relationship’ with Turkey
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Raouna pledges to pursue ‘mutually beneficial relationship’ with Turkey

European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna on Wednesday pledged that the Cypriot government will “pursue a cooperative and mutually beneficial relationship” with Turkey during its six-month term as the holder of the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency. Addressing the European Parliament’s foreign affairs committee (Afet), she said that relations between the EU and […]

28.01.2026 17:06
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Finance Minister backs Herodotou bid for top EU banking watchdog role
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Finance Minister backs Herodotou bid for top EU banking watchdog role

Cyprus’ bid for the presidency of the European Banking Authority has received backing from the finance ministry, which has been actively backing the candidacy of Constantinos Herodotou, it emerged on Wednesday. According to Politis, the former Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) governor has made it into the final two candidates for the top post at […]

28.01.2026 16:57
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Withholding political donors’ names denounced as scandalous
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Withholding political donors’ names denounced as scandalous

The House institutions committee concluded its review on Wednesday of the framework governing the post service activities of former officials amid criticism over the government’s refusal to disclose donor information. Committee chair Alexandra Attalides said the session focused on strengthening oversight and safeguards against conflicts of interest, following a legal service opinion that blocks the […]

28.01.2026 16:47
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Together Forever Foundation gala dinner features giving, hope, Xmas miracles
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Together Forever Foundation gala dinner features giving, hope, Xmas miracles

At a time when the spirit of the festive season reminds us of the power of solidarity, two children experienced their own Christmas miracle this year, thanks to the Together Forever Foundation. At a deeply emotional Christmas Gala Dinner held in Limassol, the Together Forever Foundation once again brought together people who believe that giving […]

28.01.2026 16:29
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Police bodycams may be introduced as early as next month
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Police bodycams may be introduced as early as next month

Police officers will be outfitted with portable cameras on uniforms and tactical gear if a bill on criminality, urgently discussed by the House legal affairs committee on Wednesday, is passed into law next month by the plenum. Apart from the bodycams, the MPs discussed installing cameras on police patrol cars, in an effort to crack […]

28.01.2026 16:12
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Six EU countries hold call in push for ‘two‑speed’ Europe
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Six EU countries hold call in push for ‘two‑speed’ Europe

Ministers from six leading European economies, including Germany and France, will discuss on Wednesday plans to push ahead with joint projects without the rest of the EU, to facilitate agile decision-making at a time of geopolitical upheaval. The video conference, which is scheduled for 1400 GMT and will also include finance and economy ministers from […]

28.01.2026 16:11
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Christodoulides hails EU’s new trade deal with India
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Christodoulides hails EU’s new trade deal with India

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday hailed the trade deal agreed between the European Union and India, describing it as a “landmark” agreement. He wrote in a post on social media that he “warmly welcomes” the deal, before reiterating the slogan of Cyprus’ six-month term as the Council of the EU’s rotating presidency that the bloc […]

28.01.2026 16:07
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Greek stocks clear key test ahead of developed market upgrade
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Greek stocks clear key test ahead of developed market upgrade

National Bank of Greece, Eurobank, Piraeus Bank, Alpha Bank and Opap have passed an MSCI simulation test as Greece moves closer to an upgrade from emerging to developed market status. The successful simulation means the five stocks are expected to make up the MSCI Greece index once the Athens Stock Exchange is upgraded. According to […]

28.01.2026 16:02
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MPs discuss bill on changing adoption procedures
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MPs discuss bill on changing adoption procedures

A bill modernising the legislative framework for adoptions was discussed on Wednesday at the House legal affairs committee, with MPs saying it was about time the law safeguarded children’s interests. Disy MP Fotini Tsirides said Cyprus’ legislation did not currently fully protect children’s interests and the new law, if passed, would forbid mothers directly agreeing […]

28.01.2026 15:40
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Why the neighbourhood taverna still matters
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Why the neighbourhood taverna still matters

My faithful dining companion and I decided to have dinner at a taverna – specifically, Pais Lysiotiki Souvla. Located in a beautiful old house in Ayios Omologites, the restaurant has been around for well over 20 years, yet somehow still feels like a hidden gem. With it being a cold January night, we were well […]

28.01.2026 15:30
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Amazon axes 16,000 jobs as it pushes AI and efficiency
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Amazon axes 16,000 jobs as it pushes AI and efficiency

Amazon confirmed 16,000 corporate job cuts on Wednesday, completing a plan for around 30,000 since October, while leaving open the possibility of further reductions. Reuters first reported last week that Amazon was planning a second round of job cuts as part of its broader goal under CEO Andy Jassy, who has been trying to reduce […]

28.01.2026 15:12
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