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Kıbrıs 22.06.2026 06:34

Cyprus Weather – Monday 22nd June

Monday will be mostly clear, but afternoon cloud will again bring isolated showers and storms, mainly in the mountains and inland. Temperatures will gradually rise above seasonal averages. Seas will remain calm to slightly rough. Temperatures will fall to 19°C inland, 21°C on the coasts and 15°C in the mountains.

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:45

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. […]

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:42

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 […]

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:40

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 […]

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:38

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, […]

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Kıbrıs 21.06.2026 06:34

Cyprus Weather – Sunday 21 June

Today will be mostly clear, though cloud build‑up in the afternoon may bring isolated showers and a chance of a storm, mainly in the mountains. Winds will start light and variable at 3 Beaufort, later shifting to southwesterly to northwesterly at 3 to 4 Beaufort, briefly reaching 5 Beaufort on windward coasts. Seas will be […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 17:00

Cyprus president vows full probe into anti‑corruption report within constitutional limits

President Nikos Christodoulides has said the government will take whatever actions are required under the Constitution to ensure a full investigation into the findings of the Independent Authority Against Corruption. Speaking to reporters at an event in Analiontas, Christodoulides said the government is awaiting the formal submission of the report to the Legal Service, which […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 15:30

Cyprus showcases its protected‑origin products in Austria

Cyprus showcased its protected‑origin and traditional food products at the “REGAL Branchentreff 2026” trade event in Vienna, the Energy, Commerce and Industry Ministry said Wednesday. The ministry, together with the Cyprus Trade Center in Vienna, promoted halloumi, commandaria and zivania, as well as local wine varieties such as Xynisteri, Maratheftiko and Mavro. A halloumi tasting […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 14:00

Cyprus ranked first in EU for bathing‑water quality

Cyprus has been ranked first in the European Union for bathing‑water quality for the fourth consecutive year, according to results released by the European Commission. The Commission’s 2025 report found that all 123 monitored coastal sites in the Republic met the EU’s strictest standards, with 100% classified as “excellent.” Greece followed with 97.1% and Bulgaria […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 12:15

Hourly labour costs in Cyprus rose 3.7% in the first quarter

Hourly labour costs in Cyprus rose 3.7% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period a year earlier, according to preliminary figures released by the Statistical Service . Wages and salaries per hour increased 3.8% year‑on‑year, while non‑wage costs — mainly employer social‑insurance contributions and taxes minus subsidies — rose 3.3%. Seasonally […]

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Kıbrıs 17.06.2026 10:47

Cyprus: Scammers stole €47,406 in another online‑fraud case

Scammers stole €47,406 in another online‑fraud case under police investigation. Police said a Paphos resident received an anonymous call claiming his bank account was at risk. The caller then directed him to a separate website to “unblock” the account, leading to the electronic theft of the money. Authorities urged the public to be cautious when […]

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Kıbrıs 11.06.2026 05:05

Cyprus approves 2026 support schemes for mountain and remote‑area residents

The Cabinet has approved the launch of the 2026 support schemes for residents of mountain communities and for non‑retired workers living in remote areas, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said. Ioannou said the decision reaffirms the government’s commitment to policies that promote development and support local communities.

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Kıbrıs 11.06.2026 05:03

Cyprus health services urge tighter checks on food delivered by platform riders

Cyprus’ Health Services are calling for stricter hygiene checks on food transported by delivery‑platform couriers, citing a rise in complaints over dirty or poorly maintained transport boxes. In a letter to the Employers and Industrialists Federation and the Chamber of Commerce, officials said the rapid growth of platforms such as Foody and Wolt over the […]

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Kıbrıs 11.06.2026 05:02

Cyprus unemployment drops to 4.4% in 2025, well below EU average

Cyprus recorded a 4.4% unemployment rate in 2025, down from 4.9% the previous year and well below the European Union average, according to figures released Thursday by Eurostat. Eurostat said the EU jobless rate for people aged 15–74 stood at 6% in 2025, a slight increase from 5.9% in 2024. Spain, Finland and Greece posted […]

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Kıbrıs 11.06.2026 05:00

Cyprus justice minister meets Europe development bank on new prison plans

Justice Minister Kostas Fytiris has met with a delegation from the Council of Europe Development Bank to review progress on plans for new prison facilities. The ministry said the talks covered conditions at the Central Prisons, the needs of the corrections system and the next steps in preparing the project. Officials discussed the feasibility study, […]

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Kıbrıs 11.06.2026 04:58

Cyprus Weather – Thursday 11 JUne

Thursday, after early low cloud and patchy fog clear, skies will turn mostly sunny with periods of cloud. By afternoon, thicker cloud is expected to bring isolated showers or a thunderstorm, mainly over the mountains and parts of the interior. Hail is possible in any storm. Winds will be southwest to northwest at light to […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 05:33

Bacteria Found in Wedding Food After Mass Poisoning in Limassol

Tests by the State Laboratory confirmed the presence of bacteria in food samples taken by Health Services after a mass food poisoning at a wedding reception in Limassol a week ago. Health Services director Herodotos Herodotou said that salmonella was found in cooked chicken with cream sauce, and bacillus bacteria were detected in rice with […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 05:31

Greens Leadership Submits Resignation as Party Moves Toward Fall Congress

The leadership of the Green Party submitted its resignation to the Central Committee. During a meeting of the Expanded Central Committee, members decided the Greens–Citizens’ Cooperation will hold an electoral congress in the fall. The body also reviewed the party’s performance in the parliamentary elections. The committee approved the creation of a working group to […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 05:29

Large Crowd Turns Out for Cyprus Pride Festival

Cyprus Pride drew a large turnout again this year, with events culminating in an afternoon march that set off from the Nicosia Municipal Garden. The march carried the slogan “Choose Your Own Path.” Hundreds of people of all ages took part, sending a strong message in support of equality, inclusion and respect at a time […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 05:27

EDEK Central Committee Rejects Party Leader’s Resignation

EDEK’s Central Committee voted unanimously not to accept the resignation of party leader Nikos Anastasiou, which he had submitted to the body. During its meeting, the committee reviewed the outcome of the parliamentary elections and decided to hold a regular ideological‑political and electoral congress in November. It also agreed to convene a statutory congress earlier. […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 05:26

Police Make 12 Arrests in Overnight Crime Sweep

Police made 12 arrests last night during preventive operations targeting various offenses, including drug possession, fighting and carrying knives. According to a police statement, traffic checks resulted in 361 citations for multiple violations, 149 of which were for speeding. Officers conducted 147 alcohol tests, with 14 returning positive results. Nine preliminary drug tests were carried […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 05:24

Cyprus Police Coordinate With Foreign Agencies as Court Extends Terror‑Related Detentions

Cyprus Police said they remain in constant contact with the relevant authorities of other countries as part of international cooperation and information‑sharing on security matters, following an ongoing investigation in Greece. The statement said that, as in all similar cases, any information received by the competent services is assessed with appropriate seriousness and in line […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 05:21

UN Envoy Returns to Cyprus for New Round of Contacts

The personal envoy of the United Nations secretary‑general, María Ángela Holguín, meets with the president at the Presidential Palace at 9 a.m. Holguín is returning to Cyprus for a new round of contacts aimed at preparing an informal expanded conference on the Cyprus issue. In the afternoon, she will meet with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan […]

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Kıbrıs 08.06.2026 05:18

Cyprus Weather – Monday 8 June

On Monday, increasing cloud cover is expected to bring isolated showers or a thunderstorm over the mountains or parts of the interior during the afternoon. Hail is possible in any storm. Winds will shift to the southwest and west at moderate strength, around 4 Beaufort, and seas will be slightly choppy. Temperatures will rise to […]

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