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Cyprus hails ‘strategic’ agreement to strengthen EU global role

The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament have reached a provisional political agreement on targeted amendments to the NDICI–Global Europe financial instrument, in what marks the first successful trilogue concluded under the Cyprus Presidency. The agreement is aimed at strengthening the effectiveness of the External Action Guarantee (EAG), allowing the European Union […]

27.01.2026 10:57

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Cyprus and ECSA discuss future of European shipping competitiveness

Cyprus has pledged to protect the competitiveness of European shipping as the industry faces a “delicate moment” of rising regulatory pressure and green transition costs. Following talks in Brussels, Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis and ECSA chief Sotiris Raptis met for a working lunch, where they called for a “realistic” approach to emissions that avoids […]

27.01.2026 10:56

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Father arrested after infant hospitalised with shaken baby syndrome

Police in Nicosia have arrested a 28-year-old man after his three-month-old son was admitted to Makarios hospital on Tuesday in serious condition and diagnosed with shaken baby syndrome. According to police information, the infant was transferred to the hospital on Friday, where medical examinations led doctors to conclude that the child was suffering from injuries […]

27.01.2026 10:45

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Cyprus’ youth talk money: Letter to Our Future Self

By: Niki Karayianna, 1st year student in the Department of Accounting and Finance, University of Cyprus Have your debts ever been too high, and it felt like nothing could be paid off? Did you ever wonder why? Well, some common reasons are: no monthly budget, overconsumption, and no emergency fund. Here in Cyprus, most of […]

27.01.2026 10:43

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Businessmen arrested over Larnaca shooting released on bail

The two businessmen that were arrested over their alleged involvement in the shooting that took place in Larnaca centre on the previous weekend were released on a €80,000 bail on Tuesday. The men, aged 47 and 43, appeared before Larnaca district court under draconian security measures, where they pleaded not guilty to charges of interfering […]

27.01.2026 10:43

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Sabalenka and Zverev beat the heat to reach semi-finals

Aryna Sabalenka stayed cool under the blazing Melbourne sun to beat American teenager Iva Jovic and reach the Australian Open semi-finals on Tuesday while Alexander Zverev was briefly made to sweat under the Rod Laver Arena roof before going through. Top seed Carlos Alcaraz will avoid the worst of the conditions on the hottest day […]

27.01.2026 10:31

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US flags drone threat at Winter Olympics

U.S. officials helping to safeguard Americans at next month’s Winter Olympics are stepping up planning for potential drone disruptions from illicit filming over venues to worst-case scenarios involving explosive payloads. The threat of drone attacks has drawn growing attention since the war in Ukraine demonstrated their lethal capabilities, and the U.S. government has recently ramped […]

27.01.2026 10:26

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Barry rescues point for Everton in draw with Leeds

Everton’s Thierno Barry cancelled out James Justin’s opener for Leeds United to earn a point for the hosts in a lively 1-1 Premier League draw at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday. Everton move up to 10th in the table with 33 points from 23 games, but will rue two more dropped points at home, […]

27.01.2026 10:23

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Twelve arrested in Limassol brawl

Police on Monday night proceeded with the arrest of twelve suspects after a brawl broke out in the Ayia Zoni area of Limassol. The officers arrived at the scene at 9pm, where they found bloodstains along a bloodstained piece of iron and a pair of shoes, before locating the twelve suspects in a nearby apartment. […]

27.01.2026 10:08

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Talking with Cyprus’ sculptures

Have you ever conversed with a sculpture? An ongoing artistic research initiative is mapping public art sculptures across the divide to examine their relation with public space, art and dialogue. Following an exhibition in the Buffer Zone, Of Monumental is now presenting the study, archive and publication titled Conversation with a sculptor / Conversation with […]

27.01.2026 10:00

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Development with limits: nuisance as a legal and social issue

Construction activity constitutes a fundamental pillar of economic growth and urban development. In recent years, particularly in urban centres, the intensity and pace of development have significantly altered the built environment. This growth does not always proceed without friction. Intense noise, vibrations and persistent disturbance, which frequently accompany construction works, directly affect the daily lives […]

27.01.2026 09:44

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After Australia, France approves banning under-15s from social media

France’s National Assembly on Monday backed legislation to ban children under 15 years old from social media on Monday, amid growing concerns about online bullying and mental health risks. The bill proposes banning under-15s from social networks and “social networking functionalities” embedded within broader platforms, and reflects rising public angst over the impact of social […]

27.01.2026 09:10

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Holguin meets with both leaders ahead of tripartite meeting

United Nations envoy Maria Angela Holguin will meet with President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman to discuss the resumption of negotiations on Tuesday. Holguin is scheduled to first meet Christodoulides at the Presidential palace at 10am, before meeting Erhurman at 2pm. A joint tripartite meeting has been arranged for on Wednesday, January […]

27.01.2026 08:58

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Today’s weather: Storms and snowfall in the mountains

On Tuesday, the weather will be overwhelmingly cloudy. Isolated rain showers and storms are expected in the higher mountains in the afternoon, with snow likely to fall. Temperatures will range from up to 17 degrees Celsius on the coast to to15 degrees inland and reach around 7 degrees in the higher mountains. A total of […]

27.01.2026 08:28

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Trump and Minnesota governor talk after fatal shooting, immigration chief departs Minneapolis

President Donald Trump and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz struck a conciliatory note after a private phone call on Monday, in a sign the two sides want to defuse a crisis over the Trump-ordered deportation drive that has left two U.S. citizens dead in Minneapolis. Trump and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke by telephone on Monday […]

27.01.2026 07:52

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Bank of Cyprus schedules AGM, quarterly updates for 2026

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) has announced its financial calendar for 2026, with the first scheduled event being the release of its preliminary full-year 2025 financial results. The results, which will be accompanied by an analysts briefing, will be released on February 18, 2026. An investor update covering 2026 is set to take place on […]

27.01.2026 07:42

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Cyprus-based IT distributor reports $525 million in revenue

The board of directors of ASBISc Enterprises Plc issued a report this week, detailing a significant increase in the company’s monthly estimated consolidated revenues for December 2025. The Cyprus-based IT distributor, which operates as Asbis, revealed that its estimated consolidated revenues for the final month of the year reached approximately $525 million. This financial performance […]

27.01.2026 07:38

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Cyprus Business News: tourism, Bahrain ties, banks, film industry, OPAP

Cyprus and Bahrain can still unlock substantial economic opportunities, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday during an address at the first Cyprus-Bahrain Business Forum. The two countries have used the event as a springboard to strengthen business ties during the president’s official visit to the Gulf kingdom. Speaking to business representatives, the president described the […]

27.01.2026 07:30

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Keve hails Bahrain forum as milestone for Cyprus business ties

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has hailed the Cyprus-Bahrain Business Forum, held in Manama earlier this week, as a key step towards deepening bilateral business and economic cooperation. The forum was co-organised by Keve and the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, with the stated aim of strengthening economic and entrepreneurial ties […]

27.01.2026 07:00

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US firms warn profit margins are at risk as tariff costs rise

Many US companies have sought to reassure investors that tariffs are “manageable,” but early earnings-season comments suggest profit margins are at risk with consumers balking at higher prices. Bellwethers including Procter & Gamble (PG.N), Fastenal (FAST.O) and 3M (MMM.N) have flagged the challenges. Andy Jassy, CEO of retail giant Amazon.com (AMZN.O), told CNBC on the […]

27.01.2026 06:30

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UK banks defy gloom with higher interest rates and robust quality

Britain’s biggest banks, including HSBC (HSBA.L) and ​NatWest (NWG.L), are set to follow their European counterparts and raise profit targets when they report annual earnings in the coming weeks, ‌people close to the matter said. HSBC is expected to lift its return on tangible equity (ROTE) outlook – a key measure of profitability – above […]

27.01.2026 06:00

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Locals call for restoration of church in Karpas village

Rizokarpaso environmental protection association chairman Firat Borak on Monday called for the church in the nearby village of Vathylakas to be restored, warning that the structure in its current state of disrepair may be dangerous. He explained that the church is located in the village’s centre, and said that “this old building, which was once […]

27.01.2026 04:24

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Our View: Why are police investigating claims of woman wanted for spreading fake news?

News that police were investigating allegations of wife-beating against Paphos mayor Phedonas Phedonos came as big surprise. This was officially confirmed on Monday morning by a spokesman of the police press office on a radio show on CyBC. Officer Christodoulos Konsolos said: “In the last few days what we have been seeing is circulating on […]

27.01.2026 04:20

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MPs concerned over alleged human trafficking in Ayia Napa

Allegations of human trafficking and exploitation of young women working in Ayia Napa, highlighted in a recent Channel 4 documentary, were at the centre of a discussion at the House human rights committee on Monday. Committee chairwoman and Akel MP Irini Charalambides said deputy migration minister Nicholas Ioannides is expected to address the committee within […]

26.01.2026 23:22

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