Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic drops to six vessels amid fading peace hopes

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell to six on Monday, compared ​with a 10-day average of about 11 vessels, ‌shipping data showed, amid fading hopes of a peace deal between the US and Iran. Four commodity vessels, including two empty ​oil product tankers, entered the waterway, data ​from Kpler showed on Tuesday as […]

11.08.2026 12:01

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Wildfires: why media coverage doesn’t always make the climate connection

Doug Specht, University of Westminster The front page of the Times on July 25 carried a photograph of three people…

11.08.2026 12:00

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Alpha Bank updates share capital total following cancellation of shares

Alpha Bank S.A. has announced that its share capital has been updated following the formal cancellation of 59,018,043 treasury shares. The lender explained that the capital adjustment was carried out in accordance with the relevant piece of legislation to help shareholders calculate thresholds for acquiring or disposing of significant holdings. The reduction of the bank’s […]

11.08.2026 11:54

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Eurobank staff donate school supplies to vulnerable families

Eurobank staff have collected school supplies for children from vulnerable families as part of an annual campaign organised by the Pancyprian Volunteerism Coordinative Council (PVCC). The “Back to School Supplies for ALL Children” campaign, now in its 12th year, aims to ensure children have the necessary supplies ahead of the start of the new school […]

11.08.2026 11:49

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Allwyn buys 530,414 shares in latest €7.15 million buyback

Gaming operator Allwyn AG acquired a total of 530,414 of its own shares on Euronext Athens between August 3, 2026, and August 7, 2026, as part of its ongoing share buyback programme. According to a statement released this week, the share repurchases were carried out following the initial announcement of the buyback scheme on June […]

11.08.2026 11:47

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Cyprus battles invasive lionfish as Mediterranean waters warm

Pepis, the bearded skipper of a small fishing boat, deftly picks up two lionfish caught in experimental traps off the coast of Cyprus, cuts off their venomous spines, guts them and tosses them into a bucket. Around him, the Mediterranean looks like a pane of glass, its calm surface giving little hint of the dramatic […]

11.08.2026 11:43

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National Bank of Greece buys back 650,000 shares for €10.66 million

The National Bank of Greece acquired a total of 650,000 of its own ordinary shares between July 31, 2026, and August 7, 2026, as part of the first tranche of its approved buyback programme. According to an official announcement, the repurchased shares, which trade on Euronext Athens, were bought at a weighted average price of […]

11.08.2026 11:42

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Cyprus airports welcome 1.63 million passengers in July, nearing 2025 levels

UK travellers remain top source of airport traffic in Cyprus Cyprus’ airports handled over 1.63 million passengers in July 2026, with passenger traffic narrowing its year-on-year decline to just 1 per cent as the recovery continued despite ongoing regional instability. Specifically, a total of 1,635,055 passengers travelled through Larnaca and Paphos airports during the month, […]

11.08.2026 11:10

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Panathinaikos owner claims he’s trying to lure Nikola Jokic to Greece

Could three-time NBA Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic suit up for a professional team in Greece in 2027-28? Well, if Panathinaikos Basketball Club owner Dimitrios Giannakopoulos had his way, Jokic would be playing for his team this coming season. Giannakopoulos, whose net worth is estimated anywhere from $500 million and $1.9 billion, said in a […]

11.08.2026 10:53

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Forest owner Marinakis sues Crystal Palace after provocative fan banner

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis on Monday sued Premier League rivals Crystal Palace for libel at London’s High Court, with media reports saying the lawsuit was over a banner displayed by supporters at a match last season. Greek shipping magnate Marinakis filed the case at the High Court against CPFC Limited and “Persons Unknown”. The […]

11.08.2026 10:42

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

AI and bio-weapons

‘Artificial intelligence’ based on Large Language Models is shaping up to be the most efficient destroyer of value since the South Sea Bubble. After the Crash, some specific functions of AI will eventually turn out to be genuinely revenue-generating, and a lot of jobs will duly disappear. But the biggest winner (and potentially biggest loser) […]

11.08.2026 10:30

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See smoke? Cyprus’ new wildfire app wants to know

A new free mobile app helping people in Cyprus report signs of wildfires, receive nearby alerts and access key fire-safety information has gone live, with TechIsland and Brickworks Games launching SafeIsland CY in collaboration with Kitas Weather. Available on iOS and Android as part of an initial pilot phase, SafeIsland CY brings wildfire reports, nearby […]

11.08.2026 10:18

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Russian attacks kill 12 in Ukraine as drone strike leaves one dead in Russia

Russian attacks killed 12 people across Ukraine overnight, including six in the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, while a drone attack killed one person and sparked warehouse fires in Russia’s Voronezh region, officials said on Tuesday. Another 36 people were reported wounded across Ukraine, while two people were injured in Voronezh. Russian troops launched missiles and […]

11.08.2026 10:15

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GSP salutes athletes who competed for Cyprus at World U20 champs

The Pancyprian Gymnastic Association (GSP) congratulates its athletes, Alexandros Ghamrawi and Anthi Apostolidou, on their efforts and performances at the 21st World Athletics U20 Championships, held in Oregon, USA. Alexandros Ghamrawi delivered an excellent performance in the men’s hammer throw. He qualified for the final with a throw of 72.38m and secured a highly commendable […]

11.08.2026 10:14

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Kato Pyrgos Fig and Halidji Cheese Festival

August is a blissful month in Cyprus. If we ignore the intense heat, August is a time when the island’s siga-siga culture comes into full bloom. Caused, actually, by the hot temperatures perhaps. Whatever the reason, the cities are quieter this time of year as crowds head to the seaside and vacation in villages. Rural […]

11.08.2026 10:11

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Global food commodity prices rose slightly in July

Global food commodity prices rose slightly in July, driven by higher prices for cereals, sugar and vegetable oils, while lower…

11.08.2026 10:00

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Ayia Napa Marina presents open-air summer cinema experience, August 20-23

Ayia Napa Marina invites audiences of all ages to enjoy a unique cinematic experience under the stars, transforming the Event Plaza once again into a specially designed open-air cinema, set against the endless blue of the sea. Over August 20-23, 2026, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy beloved films for the whole family in […]

11.08.2026 09:55

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Trade Deficit Widens as Imports Rise, Exports Fall in June

Cyprus’s total goods imports rose 11.9% in June 2026 to €1,289.3 million, up from €1,152.2 million a year earlier, while…

11.08.2026 09:50

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Six arrested in overnight police operations across Cyprus

Six people were arrested during coordinated police operations carried out across Cyprus on Monday night as part of efforts to prevent serious crime, maintain public order and strengthen public safety. According to a police statement, the arrests concerned cases involving illegal possession of drugs, illegal stay in the Republic, begging and other offences. During the […]

11.08.2026 09:30

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Beijing braces for deluge as Typhoon Dolphin moves deeper into China

Typhoon Dolphin churned deeper inland towards the central Chinese province of Hubei on Tuesday, forcing the closure of tourist attractions and the suspension of construction projects as forecasters warned of extreme rainfall, flooding and landslides. The storm was also funnelling moisture more than 1,000 km (620 miles) north towards Beijing, where parts of the densely […]

11.08.2026 09:27

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Cyprus expresses solidarity with Colombia after deadly earthquake

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Tuesday expressed Cyprus’ solidarity with Colombia following the devastating earthquake that struck the country. In a post on X, Kombos said he was deeply saddened by the loss of life and extended his condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. “In this difficult time, Cyprus stands with […]

11.08.2026 08:35

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Cyprus-based firm agrees €2.5m investment in Corfu hotel project

Cyprus-based GlobalWealth Group PLC has approved and signed an investment agreement to acquire interests in a €2.5 million hotel development in Barbati, Corfu, as part of its strategy to expand its luxury tourism property portfolio in Greece. The Cyprus Stock Exchange-listed company said the agreement covers the “Aspro Spiti Barbati Corfu” project and forms part […]

11.08.2026 08:32

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Yellow warning as temperatures hit 40C inland

Temperatures are expected to climb to 40C in inland areas on Tuesday, with the Met Office issuing a yellow warning for extreme heat. The warning will be in force from 2pm until 4pm, when temperatures are forecast to reach around 40C in parts of the interior. Seasonal low pressure is affecting the region. The weather […]

11.08.2026 08:27

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Trump rallies behind Infantino as FIFA’s football family turns on him

Three of FIFA’s six confederations issued an open letter to the “football family” attacking President Gianni Infantino’s conduct during the proposed sale of a stake in World Cup commercial rights and calling for leadership that works for the game. The letter, co-signed by the presidents of UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF, called for an independent review […]

11.08.2026 08:22

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