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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 16:30

Astronomers spot white dwarf star creating a colorful shockwave

Astronomers have observed a white dwarf – a highly compact Earth-sized stellar ember – that is creating a colorful shockwave as it moves through space, leaving them searching for an explanation. The highly magnetized white dwarf is gravitationally bound to another star in what is called a binary system. The white dwarf is siphoning gas […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 16:02

Nationwide operation targets illegal residents

A nationwide operation targeting people residing illegally in Cyprus has been underway since Sunday morning, with authorities already making dozens of arrests, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said. According to a statement, “as part of ongoing campaigns, more than 30 undocumented foreigners were arrested today, and actions are being taken for their immediate deportation.” Fitiris emphasised […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 15:30

Legends, folk tales and nature-inspired sounds

Music compositions from Cyprus, its legends, Norwegian folk tales and beyond are coming soon as the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra continues its winter programme. A new series of concerts has been announced for February, reaching audiences in Larnaca, downtown Nicosia, Paphos and Dali. Kickstarting next month’s CySO evenings is the Chamber Music 4 concert on February […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 15:28

The old town mural that reflects ‘the social net’ of Nicosia

A huge, 38-metre wall mural has just been completed on Trikoupi street in old Nicosia – the latest step in the ongoing project to re-brand and rejuvenate the walled city. Trikoupi, in particular, heading north from Ochi roundabout (and known for a large migrant population, with Omeriye Mosque just down the road), has become almost […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 15:21

Cyprus’ participation in Gaza Peace Board ‘carries no financial obligations’

Cyprus’ potential participation in the US-led Peace Council for Gaza does not entail any financial commitments or payments by the Republic, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said. In a statement to the Cyprus News Agency, Letymbiotis said President Nikos Christodoulides received an official invitation from the US President for Cyprus to join the Peace Board for […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 14:46

Alcaraz swats aside Walton as career Grand Slam bid begins in Melbourne

Carlos Alcaraz kicked off his latest bid for a career Grand Slam by dismantling unseeded Australian Adam Walton 6-3 7-6(2) 6-2 in the first round of the Australian Open on Sunday, as the world number one showcased the power and precision befitting a player chasing history. The 22-year-old Spaniard, who can eclipse Don Budge and […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 14:42

Planetarium Cyprus: what to know about the island’s first planetarium

Interest in astronomy and space science has grown steadily in recent years, and with it the search for a planetarium in Cyprus. The opening of the Cyprus Planetarium in 2023 marked a significant step for science education, research and astrotourism on the island, offering visitors a new way to explore the universe through immersive and […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 14:40

Portugal votes in tight presidential race with far right poised to reach runoff

Portuguese voters queued at polling stations on Sunday to elect a new president, with opinion surveys showing three candidates, including the leader of the far-right Chega party, nearly tied for a spot in a likely top-two runoff. In the five decades since Portugal threw off its fascist dictatorship, a presidential election has only once before […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 14:08

Danilovic makes epic comeback to knock out Venus Williams at Australian Open

Olga Danilovic pulled off a stunning comeback from 4-0 down in the deciding set to beat Venus Williams 6-7(5) 6-3 6-4 at the Australian Open on Sunday, knocking the American veteran out in the first round. Williams, 45, looked primed to win her first Grand Slam match since a first-round victory at Wimbledon in 2021 […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 13:28

Three drink-driving crashes reported overnight in Nicosia and Paphos

Three road collisions linked to drink-driving were recorded overnight in the districts of Nicosia and Paphos, police said on Sunday. No serious injuries were reported, though several drivers were arrested. According to the police, the first collision occurred at around 7.30pm on Saturday on Demokratias avenue in Ayios Dometios, Nicosia. A car driven by a […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 13:25

Why young people are stepping back from the climate conversation

Young people are not disengaging from public dialogue out of indifference, but because they feel politically invisible. That is the central finding of new research by the Cypriot NGO AKTI Project and Research Centre, carried out together with the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research and the environmental organisation Nature Trust FEE Malta, under the European […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 13:00

Home sweet home: helping European families become more resilient

Based on direct input from households in six countries, EU-funded researchers have developed policy recommendations to support families in real life. By Michaela Nesvarova It’s the season for celebration. Families gather for festive meals, exchange gifts or plan special outings – moments designed to be memorable and shared. Yet for many households across Europe, these […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 12:59

Cannabis, flares seized from 25-year-old in Limassol

A quantity of cannabis, flares and a firecracker were found at the home of a 25-year-old man in Limassol, police said on Sunday. According to police, following an assessment of information, officers stopped a vehicle driven by the 25-year-old for a check on Saturday afternoon. During the search, they found and seized a handmade cigarette […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 12:43

Arrest warrants issued for two minors over Molotov cocktail attack in Aradippou

Arrest warrants have been issued for two minors in connection with a Molotov cocktail attack on the yard of a house in Aradippou, police said on Sunday. According to Larnaca police spokesperson Spyros Chrysostomou, the incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, when two youths aged 16 and 17 allegedly threw two Molotov cocktails […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 12:34

Sabalenka sees off Rakotomanga Rajaonah to reach Australian Open second round

Aryna Sabalenka came under early pressure as she launched her bid for a third Australian Open title but the Belarusian clicked into gear and overpowered French wildcard Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah 6-4 6-1 to reach the second round on Sunday. The world number one arrived for the match at Rod Laver Arena as the firm favourite […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 12:20

Premeditated murder probe launched after fatal stabbing in Peyia

Police in Paphos are investigating a case of premeditated murder following the death of a 41-year-old man after a stabbing incident in the Peyia area late on Saturday night. According to the police, they received information around 11.40pm regarding a fight between individuals in the area. Officers who went to the scene found a 30-year-old […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 11:48

Understanding hybrid war

The recent leaked video alleging campaign finance violations by President Nikos Christodoulides and his associates has thrust the terms “hybrid warfare”, “hybrid war”, and “hybrid attack” into Cyprus’ public discourse. Yet for many, these terms remain poorly understood and are often used interchangeably. Some dismiss them as exaggeration or conspiracy; others see them as a […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 11:46

Police investigate attempted murder after stabbing in Tersefanou

Police are investigating a case of attempted murder following a knife attack on a 40-year-old man in Tersefanou on Sunday morning. According to the police, the man was allegedly attacked with a knife by another individual at around 7am while he was at a residence in the village. He was taken to Larnaca general hospital. […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 11:43

Syrian forces seize major oil, gas fields in eastern Syria, security sources say

Syrian troops fighting U.S.-backed Kurdish-led forces seized the Omar oil field, the country’s largest, and the Conoco gas field in the eastern Deir Zor province as allied Arab tribal forces advanced in the oil-rich area along the border with Iraq, officials and security sources said on Sunday. The takeover of the oil fields that lie […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 11:40

The ‘Donroe’ Doctrine: Trump’s hemispheric realignment and its limits

The geopolitical landscape remains defined by unrelenting tension. Established norms are being challenged, and the traditional structures of international relations are in a state of visible decay. From the brazen capture of Venezuela’s President, Nicolas Maduro, in early January 2026, to the attritional war in Ukraine and the lack of progress in negotiations, the world remains in a state […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 11:33

Two killed in mass Russian drone attack on Ukraine, Zelenskiy says

Two people were killed and dozens more wounded in a mass Russian drone attack across Ukraine overnight, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday, as U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators hashed out a post-war plan in the latest round of peace talks. Moscow has stepped up a winter campaign of strikes on the Ukrainian energy system while […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 11:26

Nine arrested in overnight police operations

Police carried out preventive operations throughout the night, with an increased presence in urban areas, aiming to prevent criminal acts, protect the public and safeguard public order. During the operations, officers arrested a total of nine people for various offences. In Larnaca district, four individuals were arrested in connection with an investigation into a shooting […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 11:11

Heavy traffic reported on roads to Troodos

Heavy traffic is being reported on roads leading to Troodos due to a large number of visitors, police said on Sunday. According to the police, traffic flow towards the mountain has become even more difficult because of dense fog in the area, exacerbated by a vehicle that has been immobilised due to a mechanical fault. […]

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Kıbrıs 18.01.2026 10:30

The Digital Omnibus: a GDPR and AI Act perspective

By Avgi Michael and Anastasios Kostekoglou The Digital Omnibus arrives at a critical juncture for Europe, amid growing debate as to whether the cumulative effect of its regulatory framework has constrained competitiveness, particularly considering differing approaches adopted abroad. The case for simplifying digital laws The European Commission has expressly acknowledged the need for a more […]

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