Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Third suspect arrested in Limassol drugs case

Police have arrested a third suspect in connection with a drug case involving the seizure of opioid narcotics in Limassol. According to the police, the 22-year-old man was wanted in relation to the case and was arrested on Sunday under an outstanding court warrant. The arrest follows the earlier arrest and subsequent remand of two […]

21.06.2026 11:49

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Tala residents: do you know what is happening to your council?

Residents of Tala might ask what they pay their rates for. Perhaps you think it is so that the council provides a service for residents? Maintains roads and pavements? Cleans green areas? Replaces the antique damaged water pipes which burst and create almost daily water cuts in some areas? Perhaps you even think that it […]

21.06.2026 11:37

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Five arrested in overnight police operations across Cyprus

Police arrested five people for a range of offences during overnight operations carried out across Cyprus. According to the police, the arrests related to offences including drug possession, traffic violations and illegal residence in the Republic. Police stopped 698 vehicles and carried out checks on 985 drivers and passengers. Traffic enforcement operations led to 301 […]

21.06.2026 11:29

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Fire burns six hectares between Alaminos and Kofinou

A wildfire that broke out between the villages of Alaminos and Kofinou on Saturday burned six hectares of dry vegetation and hay bales with firefighters remaining on alert overnight. On Sunday, fire service spokesman Andreas Kettis said the blaze erupted at around 2.45pm and affected fields, wild vegetation and scattered hay bales. Because of the […]

21.06.2026 11:17

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After Samurai Blue sweep aside Tunisia, Japan fans clean up Monterrey stadium

Japanese fans celebrated their team’s4-0 victory over Tunisiain the 1,000th match in World Cup history on Saturday by staying behind at Monterrey’s stadium to collect rubbish from the stands. The practice, known in Japan as gomi hiroi, reflects an emphasis on taking responsibility for shared spaces. Ken Okawa, 30, said he was happy to bring […]

21.06.2026 11:15

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Questionable activities and performance of Cyprus banks

Cyprus banking representatives recently visited European regulators in Brussels declaring that the island’s banks are “stronger than ever” citing impressive levels of key indicators on financial stability and profitability. And the governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus, Christos Patsalides has stated that Cyprus banks are performing well by highlighting frequently the resilience and prudent […]

21.06.2026 11:05

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Young people face most hostile content online

Younger internet users across the European Union were the most frequent recipients of hostile or degrading online content during 2025, according to a report from Eurostat. Exposure to such content was notably more prevalent among younger cohorts and showed a clear decline as users aged, with the data highlighting significant variations in experience based on […]

21.06.2026 11:00

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Curacao keeper Eloy Room delivers ‘unbelievable’ performance vs. Ecuador

Tim Howard, a United States men’s national team legend, stands alone in World Cup history with his 16-save performance in the Americans’ 2-1 Round of 16 loss to Belgium in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. But he may have been a bit worried on Saturday night, when Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves […]

21.06.2026 10:50

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Mostly clear skies expected, with chance of afternoon showers

The day will be mostly clear, although increased cloud cover is forecast to develop during the afternoon, bringing the possibility of isolated showers and perhaps a thunderstorm, mainly in mountainous areas. Temperatures are expected to rise to 35C inland, 29C on the west coast, around 32C in other coastal areas and 23C in the mountains. […]

21.06.2026 10:35

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A conversation about what is changing in Cyprus

Cyprus businesses urged to prepare for global competition In a rapidly evolving business environment, some discussions focus more on exploring uncertainties than providing clear answers. This insight comes from consultant Ahmad El Husseini, a management and financial consultant with over 35 years of experience, whose background may increasingly differ from the profession’s current trajectory.  The exchange was […]

21.06.2026 10:00

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Report says PM Starmer ready to quit on Monday

Observer newspaper said Prime Minister Keir Starmer was expected to resign on Monday and set out a timetable for his departure, though a government source said Starmer remained focused on getting on with the job of governing. The threat to Starmer’s position, which has been building for months, increased sharply on Friday when his rival […]

21.06.2026 09:38

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Construction output rises across the euro area and EU

Construction output across the eurozone and the wider European Union saw a modest rise in April 2026 as industry figures signal ongoing recovery across the continent. According to the latest data released by the European Union statistical office, Eurostat, seasonally adjusted production in the construction sector grew by 0.6 per cent in the euro area […]

21.06.2026 09:30

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Labour’s answer is not yet another British coup

Burnham should bide his time Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election last Thursday by a huge majority, comfortably trouncing the far right of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK in the same area in Greater Manchester where Reform had won all the seats in local government elections as recently as last May. Burnham proved […]

21.06.2026 09:00

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Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting June 15: Brussels hosted the European Innovation Council Summit 2026 this month, where Laurence Petit, Director of Innovation at France’s CEA, shared insights on how Europe can transform scientific excellence into successful deep-tech companies. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail on the sidelines of the event, […]

21.06.2026 09:00

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Vance arrives in Switzerland for Iran peace talks with Hormuz in spotlight

U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for peace talks with Iran as both nations seek a durable end to their war while disagreeing over Iran’s claims that it had closed the vital Strait of Hormuz. Although the U.S. and Iran had agreed to a 60-day ceasefire while negotiations take place, Tehran’s […]

21.06.2026 08:45

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Trade in services rebounds as pandemic disruption fades

The European Union saw a surge in its international trade activity during 2025, with exports of final services reaching a record level of 61 percentage points above 2017 levels, according to Eurostat. This performance marks a notable increase from the 55 percentage points recorded in 2024 and signals a robust recovery for the sector. Final […]

21.06.2026 08:30

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Group G: Belgium face Iran in pivotal Group G clash amid travel row

Belgium will look to kick-start their World Cup campaign against Iran in a pivotal Group G clash at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday, with all four teams deadlocked on one point apiece. The Red Devils were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw by Egypt in their opener after a sluggish performance. Belgium fell behind in […]

21.06.2026 08:30

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Tales from the Coffeeshop: Much report, little revelation

THE REPORT about the Mafia State was finally released on Tuesday by the Anti-Corruption Authority, which turned out to be a bit of a disappointment. After two years of work, which included 214 hearings, the questioning of 150 people, the accumulation of 793 documents of evidence and a 3,000 page report, which cost the taxpayer […]

21.06.2026 08:30

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Group H: Spain’s worrying lack of cutting edge faces Saudi test

Spain came into the World Cup as a favourite but after an underwhelming display against minnows Cape Verde the European champions need a far sharper attacking edge against Saudi Arabia in their tighter than expected Group H. Luis de la Fuente’s side were held to a shock 0-0 draw by the World Cup debutants in […]

21.06.2026 08:00

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Our View: Government fixated on EU role, not peace process

When he was campaigning for his election, President Nikos Christodoulides insisted that he would seek a more active involvement of the EU in the Cyprus problem. Superficially, this sounded like a good idea and may have won votes both from both supporters and opponents of a federal settlement, because it could be interpreted in different […]

21.06.2026 08:00

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Gesy platform through mobile devices to expand

The Health Insurance Organization says one of its priorities is improving and simplifying beneficiary access to the Gesy platform through mobile devices. Monica Kyriakou, director of services at the HIO, said the upgrade is expected to ease the workload of personal doctors, who are often contacted by patients for routine administrative matters such as referrals. […]

21.06.2026 06:45

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Shredded plastic washes up on beaches in Paphos

Large amounts of shredded plastic of unknown origin have washed up on beaches in Paphos, causing significant nuisance to swimmers and raising concerns about environmental impact. Acting Paphos mayor Angelos Onisiforou has called an expanded emergency meeting for Tuesday to investigate the cause and decide on measures. Similar incidents have been reported on beaches in […]

21.06.2026 06:42

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Grievous bodily harm arrest after knife attack

Police arrested a 40‑year‑old man in Limassol in connection with a case of causing grievous bodily harm and possession of a knife, authorities said. Officers were alerted after a 45‑year‑old man was taken to Limassol General Hospital with serious injuries. According to initial findings, the victim received a phone call during the night from the […]

21.06.2026 06:40

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Police seize 7 kilos of drugs — including synthetic cannabis

Police seized more than 7 kilos of drugs — including a large quantity of powdered synthetic cannabis known as “Kif” — during an operation in the free Famagusta district, arresting two men, authorities said. In a statement, police said it is the first time such a large amount of Kif has been found in Cyprus, […]

21.06.2026 06:38

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