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Fire service responds to 184 calls in a week

The fire service responded to a total of 184 calls for assistance in the week leading up to Sunday, including 92 fire incidents, it said on Tuesday. Meanwhile, in the 24 hours leading up to 6am on Tuesday, crews attended a further 33 calls for help. Among the incidents, at 12.43pm on Monday a call […]

24.02.2026 14:54

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Russell Brand pleads not guilty to further rape, sex assault charges

British actor and comedian Russell Brand pleaded not guilty in a London court on Tuesday to two additional charges of rape and sexual assault nearly two decades ago. Brand, once one of Britain’s most high-profile broadcasters and former husband of U.S. singer Katy Perry, appeared at Southwark Crown Court in London and denied accusations of […]

24.02.2026 14:11

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Paralysing blizzard hits US Northeast

A powerful blizzard dropped more than two-and-a-half feet of snow (76.2 cm) across parts of the U.S. Northeast on Monday, bringing travel to a near-standstill for millions of residents as the treacherous conditions closed roads, shut down train services and forced the cancellation of some 7,400 flights. Thousands of homes and businesses lost power and […]

24.02.2026 14:08

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Eurobank buys back shares worth just shy of €8.5 million

Eurobank on Tuesday announced that it acquired a total of 2,144,612 of its own shares on the Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX) between February 16, 2026 and February 20, 2026 as part of its ongoing strategic buyback. The bank informs the public that these transactions were conducted within the framework of its established share buyback programme, […]

24.02.2026 14:06

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From static product images to motion: My Seedance 2.0 E-commerce experience

Most e-commerce businesses have high-quality product photography. They’ve invested in good lighting, professional cameras, and careful composition. Their product images look beautiful. But when it comes to video—the format that drives engagement on modern platforms—many of them stop short. The reason is practical: creating video from those static images feels complicated. You’d need to hire […]

24.02.2026 14:02

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Paris St Germain’s Hakimi to face trial for rape

Moroccan football player Achraf Hakimi is to face trial for rape, the defender, who plays for Paris St Germain and the Moroccan national squad, said in a social media post on Tuesday. He denies the allegation. “Today, a rape accusation is enough to justify a trial, even though I deny it and everything proves it’s […]

24.02.2026 14:02

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Cyprus sits in lower half of European wealth rankings

Cyprus sits in the lower half of Europe’s wealth ranking, with average net wealth per adult at €102,315 in 2024, according to the Global Wealth Report 2025 by UBS, reflecting a sharp divide between richer Western economies and much of Eastern Europe. Across 31 European countries, average wealth per adult ranges from €29,923 in Turkey […]

24.02.2026 14:02

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus, Serbia Move to Deepen Tourism Cooperation as Belgrade Fair Concludes

Cyprus wrapped up its participation at the Sajam Turizma 2026 tourism fair in Belgrade, where it served as the event’s guest country for the first time. The decision to honor Cyprus at this year’s fair was agreed last April during President Nikos Christodoulides’ visit to Belgrade and his meeting with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić. The […]

24.02.2026 14:00

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Cyprus’ youth talk money: Finfluencers, dreams, and the good Life

By Maria Manelova As a final-year student in Cyprus, I am still navigating the confusing world of money management. It’s a constant dilemma! Do we live our student life to the full because we only live once? Or should we stay cautious now to make life easier later? For many of us, the importance of […]

24.02.2026 13:59

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13,000 animals to be culled as EU experts head to Cyprus over FMD outbreak

Three experts from the European Commission are expected in Cyprus on Tuesday and Wednesday to help deal with the foot and mouth outbreak, while the culling of cows, sheep and goats has begun, with 13,000 animals expected to be put down over the next few days. Senior officer of the Veterinary Services Soteria Georgiades said […]

24.02.2026 13:54

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‘Open and honest’ leaders’ meeting ends without result

President Nikos Christodoulides described his meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Tuesday as “open and honest”, though no concrete results were achieved. The meeting took place at United Nations special representative Khassim Diagne’s official residence in the buffer zone, but was not under the UN’s auspices. Instead, the pair spoke for the first […]

24.02.2026 13:30

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Cyprus among top EU nations for buying services from abroad

EU countries imported €3.471 trillion worth of services from non-EU countries during 2024, with Cyprus standing out for its heavy reliance on cross-border supply and the presence of natural persons, according to Eurostat. The figures, drawn from official statistics on international trade in services by modes of supply, show that the bulk of EU service […]

24.02.2026 13:27

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Cyprus struggles to match university degrees with modern job needs

Cyprus is recalibrating its higher education model, as universities upgrade programmes, expand research structures and strengthen links with industry, while the government increases student sponsorship in a bid to improve access and address labour market gaps. During 2024-2025, both public and private institutions shifted towards a more outward-looking approach, seeking to align academic output with […]

24.02.2026 13:16

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Two Arrested for Excessive Speeding; To Appear in Court

Police arrested two drivers overnight for excessive speeding on the Nicosia–Limassol highway as part of intensified traffic enforcement aimed at preventing serious and fatal collisions. Around 11 p.m. on Sunday, officers from the Traffic Patrol Unit (ΟΠΟΔ) stopped a vehicle near the GSP Stadium after clocking it at 200 km/h in a 100 km/h zone. […]

24.02.2026 13:00

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One in four Cyprus transport jobs tied to foreign firms

Nearly one in four transport workers in Cyprus is employed by a foreign multinational, double the EU average, according to new figures from Eurostat. Specifically, the European Union’s statistical office reported that 23.8 per cent of transport employment in Cyprus in 2023 was accounted for by companies under foreign-controlled multinational enterprise groups. The figures, drawn […]

24.02.2026 12:50

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Cyprus to crack down on influencers over hidden social media adverts

Cyprus is tightening oversight of influencer marketing, as authorities step up inspections to ensure that paid social media promotions are clearly labelled as advertising, in a global market projected to exceed $30 billion in 2025. Once dismissed as a passing trend, influencer marketing has evolved into a dominant advertising channel. Globally, the sector is expected […]

24.02.2026 12:34

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CAPSBOLD innovative marketing solutions for businesses in Cyprus

To effectively elevate your brand presence, prioritize understanding your target audience’s behaviour and preferences. Conduct thorough market research to gather insights that inform tailored campaigns. Analyse competitors to identify gaps in their strategies and position your offerings as the superior choice. Leverage a multi-channel approach to increase visibility. Utilise social media platforms for real-time engagement […]

24.02.2026 12:31

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Cyprus marks 20 years of global treaty protecting seafarers’ rights

Cyprus marked the 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) on Sunday, with the Cyprus Shipping Chamber (CSC) joining global celebrations as the official representative of the island’s shipping industry. In a statement, the chamber described the convention, which turned 20 on February 23, 2026, as a milestone that has reshaped global shipping […]

24.02.2026 12:25

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German union calls nationwide local transport strike for Feb 27, 28

Germany’s Verdi public sector union has called on local transport workers across the country to stage a strike on February 27 and 28 to raise pressure in negotiations on wages and working conditions, it said on Tuesday. Talks on a collective wage agreement affect about 150 bus, tram and local train companies with around 100,000 […]

24.02.2026 12:19

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Government to stand by those affected by FMD, says president

The government will support everyone impacted by the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, President Nikos Christodoulides assured the public on Tuesday, adding that exports of halloumi and other dairy products were continuing as usual. Speaking before entering a UN-sponsored meeting in the buffer zone with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman, Christodoulides said the Veterinary Services had […]

24.02.2026 12:18

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Recalls Jelly Product Over Choking Risk for Children

Cyprus’ Health Ministry has announced the recall of a jelly product from the local market after an EU rapid alert system warned it could pose a choking hazard to children. The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) notified Cypriot authorities that the product’s texture, shape and size could lead to accidental swallowing of […]

24.02.2026 12:15

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Avakoum monks’ trial postponed yet again

The court case involving Avakoum monastery monks Nektarios and Porfyrios was postponed once again on Friday and is now scheduled for May 27 at 9am. The adjournment followed a request by the prosecution for additional time to allow both sides to examine the possibility of reducing the indictment and agreeing on certain admissible facts. The […]

24.02.2026 12:12

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24.02.2026 12:11

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Book review: Examination of the lives of serial killer’s victims

In December 2010, after seven months searching for missing woman Shannon Gilbert, the remains of four other women were found on Gilgo Beach, Long Island. Each was wrapped in burlap and hidden in the bramble beside the motorway. Melissa Barthelemy, Maureen Brainard-Barnes, Megan Waterman and Amber Overstreet Costello became known as the Gilgo Four. Suffolk […]

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