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Bushfires rage in Australia’s southeast, authorities warn of ‘catastrophic’ conditions

Uncontrolled fires burned through bushland in the Australianstate of Victoria on Thursday, forcing communities to evacuate and authorities to warn of a “catastrophic” fire danger rating for Friday. Amid temperatures that exceeded 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in parts of the state, two large bushfires were raging near the towns of Longwood and Walwa. […]

08.01.2026 13:59

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Limassol remains ‘decisive’ hub for multi-million euro property sales

The most expensive property transaction recorded in Cyprus in October 2025 involved a three-floor apartment in Limassol, sold for €15.2 million, reinforcing the city’s continued dominance in the high-end real estate market. In total, the ten highest-value property sales completed during the month amounted to €87.6m, according to an analysis by Ask Wire, the data […]

08.01.2026 13:59

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BoC Academy marks two graduation milestones in 2025

The Bank of Cyprus on Thursday announced that the BoC Academy is continuing to run for a third year, reflecting the bank’s ongoing focus on its people and on building skills that respond to future needs. Launched three years ago, the initiative was created to strengthen capabilities and enrich knowledge across the organisation, ensuring employees […]

08.01.2026 13:27

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Cyprus records negative inflation in December as energy prices tumble

Cyprus recorded negative domestic inflation in December 2025 as consumer prices edged slightly higher month-on-month but fell on an annual basis, according to figures released by the state statistical service on Thursday. Specifically, the consumer price index (CPI) rose by 0.10 points in December 2025 to 117.67 units, with 2015 acting as the base year […]

08.01.2026 13:04

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Lidl Cyprus grants additional €350 benefit for each team member

Another year full of substantial successes has been completed for Lidl Cyprus. At the heart of this journey are its people, who, through their daily efforts, dedication and teamwork, support the company’s growth and progress. As a hands-on recognition of the contribution, in January, the company will pay an additional voucher provision of €350 gross […]

08.01.2026 13:04

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Auditor-general intends to freeze party funding in €2.6m dispute

The auditor-general has moved to block the payment of millions of euros in state funding to political parties, escalating a dispute over €2.6 million in public money that was paid illegally and has yet to be recovered. In a letter sent on Wednesday to House speaker Annita Demetriou, auditor-general Andreas Papaconstantinou requested that the accounting […]

08.01.2026 12:59

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Cablenet unveils new connectivity, entertainment era in Cyprus

Cablenet has announced the launch of a new-generation product portfolio, marking the beginning of a bold transformation in how connectivity and entertainment are experienced across Cyprus. From Mobile and home Internet, to TV and future digital services, the company is rolling out a fully refreshed ecosystem built around one clear promise: more freedom, more value […]

08.01.2026 12:56

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Pasydy backs new prisons plan but warns delays will deepen crisis

Prison staff welcomed government plans to build new prison facilities and recruit additional guards in union statement released on Thursday. The prison branch of Pasydy described announcements by Justice Minister Costas Fitiris on the construction of new prisons on the outskirts of Nicosia and the immediate reinforcement of staffing levels as a critical first step […]

08.01.2026 12:36

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Cyprus posts €1.16 billion surplus despite rising expenditure

Cyprus recorded a general government fiscal surplus of €1.16 billion in the period from January to November 2025, with public finances remaining positive despite higher spending driven by wages, social benefits and capital investment. According to preliminary figures published on Thursday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat), the surplus amounted to 3.2 per cent of […]

08.01.2026 12:36

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Cyprus Stock Exchange reveals top brokerage performers for past year

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) Council has officially released the detailed breakdown of market shares for its member firms for December 2025, providing a comprehensive overview of the trading landscape in Cyprus as the year drew to a close. The announcement encompasses several specific datasets, including member performance both including and excluding the value of […]

08.01.2026 12:24

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Demetra Holdings continues share buyback programme

Demetra Holdings PLC has continued its strategic share buyback programme on the Cyprus Stock Exchange by purchasing 5,600 of its own shares during the trading session on January 7, 2026, as part of an ongoing effort to enhance shareholder value. The company announced today that the acquisition was executed through The Cyprus Investment & Securities […]

08.01.2026 12:16

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EU donates €2.6m to Committee on Missing Persons

The Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) on Thursday announced that it had received a donation of €2.6 million from the European Union. “The funds will support the committee’s goal of identifying and returning the remains of missing individuals in 2026, bringing to an end the uncertainty which has affected the families for so many years,” […]

08.01.2026 12:13

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Paphos marina bids due as project enters decisive phase

Proposals for the forthcoming Paphos marina at Kissonerga are being submitted throughout January, with the deadline set for January 23. Paphos chamber of commerce and industry president (Evep), George Mais, said the process is expected to become clearer within the month. The January deadline follows an extension granted to allow interested parties time to submit […]

08.01.2026 12:08

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India and Cyprus strengthen ties through strategic space agreement

The Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence and India-based Pixxelspace India Private Limited (Pixxel) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU), according to an official statement released this week. The agreement sets out a framework for strategic collaboration spanning India, the European Union, the Middle East and North Africa, as well as additional international markets. The statement […]

08.01.2026 12:06

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Limassol Chamber of Commerce confirms €590,000 Moniatis gastronomy school

Contracts for the completion of the gastronomy school in the mountain community of Moniatis are expected to be signed in the coming days, after the Moniatis community council awarded the project to J. Mantis Construction. Moniatis’ community leader Charalambos Konstantinidis told Entrepreneurial Limassol, the periodical of the Limassol Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evel), that […]

08.01.2026 11:59

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High altitude, new and aged

Kyperounda winery, in the Pitsilia area of Troodos, claims its gravity-fed winery, built on levels in time for the 2003 vintage at an altitude of 1,140m, is one of the highest in Europe. The winery owns a steep four-hectare vineyard around 1,400 to 1,500m above sea level, probably the second highest after a vineyard in […]

08.01.2026 11:58

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Nicosia named best European cultural capital for 2026

Nicosia has taken first place as Europe’s Best Cultural Capital for 2026 in the European Best Destinations rankings, the Nicosia tourism board (Etap) announced Thursday. This recognition was based on a multi-level assessment combining quantitative data, the opinions of specialised cultural journalists and travel media, as well as the votes of thousands of travellers from […]

08.01.2026 11:58

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Arsenal have a point to prove in Liverpool clash, says Arteta

Premier League leaders Arsenal have “a point to prove” when they face Liverpool, manager Mikel Arteta said on Wednesday as the North London club look to maintain their commanding advantage at the summit. Arsenal have 48 points from 20 games, six points clear of Manchester City, while they boast an unbeaten record at home having won […]

08.01.2026 11:47

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2026 will be ‘year of implementation’ for shipping, says IMO chief

The year ahead will be a decisive one for global shipping, with 2026 framed as the “year of implementation”, according to International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez. In his New Year’s message, Dominguez placed the emphasis firmly on delivery, arguing that the focus must now shift from commitments to results. “From policy to action, […]

08.01.2026 11:45

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Erhurman announces Cyprus problem negotiating team

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman late on Wednesday night published a photograph of his Cyprus problem negotiating team following what he described as a “preparatory meeting” with them. Alongside Erhurman in the photograph were five people: Mehmet Dana, Seniha Birand, Ipek Borman, Cise Zekai Faruk and Ali Tuncay. Mehmet Dana is Erhurman’s undersecretary and has […]

08.01.2026 10:53

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Christodoulides stresses Arab League’s ‘important role’ in bolstering EU-Middle East ties

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday highlighted the “important role” the Arab League has to play in the strengthening of relations between the European Union and states in the Middle East, during a meeting with the Arab League’s secretary-general Ahmed Aboul Gheit. Gheit had travelled to Cyprus to attend Wednesday’s opening ceremony of Cyprus’ six-month term […]

08.01.2026 10:43

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Business as usual as Australia thrash England

Australia’s squad mentality enabled them to trounce England 4-1 in the Ashes despite being without a handful of top players, Player of the Series Mitchell Starc said after the fifth test victory on Thursday. Starc, who took 31 wickets, was the only one of the quartet of bowlers that have kept Australia at the top […]

08.01.2026 10:43

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Kevin Keegan diagnosed with cancer

Former England forward and manager Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer, his old club Newcastle United said on Wednesday. “Kevin Keegan was recently admitted to hospital for further evaluation of ongoing abdominal symptoms. These investigations revealed a cancer diagnosis, and Kevin will undergo treatment,” the Premier League side, where Keegan both played and managed, […]

08.01.2026 10:29

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Birthday boy Semenyo signs off in style for Bournemouth

Antoine Semenyo celebrated his 26th birthday in unforgettable fashion as he scored Bournemouth’s winning goal in a 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in what was almost certainly his last game for the club before a likely move to Manchester City. The Ghana forward curled a right-footed shot past Tottenham keeper Guglielmo Vicario in stoppage time, […]

08.01.2026 10:26

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