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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 15:51

Kyrgios and Sabalenka see only positives from ‘Battle of the Sexes’ match

Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios defended their controversial “Battle of the Sexes” match and said they failed to understand why an exhibition aimed at showcasing tennis drew so much negativity from the tennis community. Former Wimbledon finalist Kyrgios defeated world number one Sabalenka 6-3 6-3 at a packed Coca-Cola Arena on Sunday despite several rule […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 15:50

Mousiouttas and Orphanides refute Papadopoulos’ attacks on government

Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas, and Diko MP Christos Orphanides, sharply criticised Diko party president Nicholas Papadopoulos on Monday for his recent statements against the government, describing them as tactical manoeuvres and “political gimmicks”. The remarks follow Papadopoulos’ comments on the geostrategic interconnection (GSI) project and the party’s cooperation with the government. Mousiouttas taking to the […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 15:47

Briton Joshua hurt in fatal car crash in Nigeria

British former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a car accident in Nigeria’s Ogun State that killed two people, local police said on Monday. Joshua, 36, sustained minor injuries when his vehicle collided with another car, Ogun State Police Command said. They are investigating the cause of the accident. Joshua could not immediately […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 15:34

Top 2 trusted sites to buy YouTube likes for fast results

YouTube grows faster every year, and creators need new ways to stand out. Over 500 hours of video are upload to the platform every minute, which means content fights for space from the first second it goes live. If chosen carefully, buying YouTube likes can serve as one small, safe piece of a growth strategy.  […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 15:30

Heath minister announces plans for Limassol general hospital upgrades

Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides on Monday announced plans to modernise Limassol general hospital during a visit to the facility, according to an official statement. The visit focused on immediate interventions aimed at improving conditions for both patients and staff. “Within the first quarter of 2026, targeted upgrades will be carried out in key areas, including […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 15:21

Govt signs agreement for affordable housing units in Strovolos

The government on Monday announced the signing of a contract worth €12 million for the construction of 54 affordable two-bedroom apartments in the Nicosia suburb of Strovolos. The agreement was signed by the interior ministry and the Cyprus land development corporation (Koag), with the apartments, once constructed, set to be made available to those eligible […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 15:01

RedwolfOgilvy puts Father Christmas letters drive toward social contribution

RedwolfOgilvy’s “A letter with a special mission” Christmas CSR campaign has concluded with a three-digit number of entries, confirming that even a small act can make a significant social impact. Parents and children embraced the initiative and actively participated by uploading their letters to Ai Vasilis (Father Christmas in Greek), turning a child’s wish into […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 14:48

Cyprus steps up foot-and-mouth disease controls at crossing points

Cyprus has introduced intensified measures to contain an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the north, including disinfection of vehicles at crossing points into the government-controlled areas. The decision was made on Monday following a meeting chaired by Agriculture Minister, Maria Panayiotou, with participation from veterinary officials, law enforcement and livestock representatives. Veterinary services director, Christodoulos […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 14:44

Limassol’s top 10 mega deals of 2025: a €236m market breakdown

LIFE REALTY, a company actively engaged in property sales in Limassol and Paphos, in collaboration with the valuation firm Demos Georgiou & Associates LLC, has conducted an analysis of the 2025 real estate market. The report highlights the 10 largest individual transactions of the year, all of which have been completed and registered with the […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 14:21

Trump, Netanyahu to discuss next phase of Gaza plan

U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to push for progress in the stalled ceasefire in Gaza when he meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday for talks that will include Israel’s concerns over Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran. Netanyahu said this month that Trump had invited him for talks, as Washington pushes to […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 14:12

Our View: When church and politicians compete to police morals

The separation of Church and state is a fundamental pillar of liberal democracy and efforts have been made for many decades now to get organised Churches out of politics. This has been aided by the fact that religion continues to lose relevance in the West. The Church in Cyprus has yet to receive the memo […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 14:05

One migrant dead and three missing after boat sinks off Greek island of Samos

A woman was found dead and three people remain missing after a migrant boat sank off the Greek island of Samos early on Monday, the coast guard said. The boat sank in the early morning hours after 26 migrants landed in the Petalides area of Samos and alerted authorities that others were still at sea. […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 13:57

Zorbas Bakeries provides festive support to nursing homes

The holidays are days of love, solidarity, and giving. These are the values and customs of our country. The aromas of freshly baked sweets. The light and warmth that spread everywhere. All of this has been represented by Zorbas Bakeries for more than 50 years. This year, as part of the established Christmas campaign “Yparhei” […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 13:46

Petrolina the title sponsor of Nicosia Marathon’s 10km Energy Race

Petrolina is supporting the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon as title sponsor of its namesake 10KM Energy Race, set for Sunday, January 18, 2026. With its contribution, Petrolina is adding excitement and “energy” to an endurance and participation race, enhancing the momentum of the event in the capital. Petrolina’s presence at this year’s Nicosia Marathon […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 13:41

Thousands of Cyprus students attend CySEC financial education talks

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Monday announced that it has expanded its nationwide financial education programme to protect young people from online investment traps in an increasingly digital financial environment. More than 2,800 primary, secondary and high school students have attended financial education lectures organised by CySEC to date, as part of […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 13:37

1km JOEY Children’s Race to bring smiles to Nicosia Marathon

The Joey Children’s 1km Race is one of the most special moments of the Bank of Cyprus (BoC) Nicosia Marathon, giving children the opportunity to experience the joy of participation and effort in a safe and festive environment. Joey, BoC’s banking app for children and teenagers, is supporting the race, which will take place on […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 13:29

University of Cyprus reviews remote work policy ahead of new state laws

With Cyprus preparing to implement a new teleworking framework across the public sector in early 2026, discussions at the University of Cyprus (UoC) over its own remote working policy are attracting significant attention. The developments locally are unfolding against a backdrop of national legislative change, potentially making the university’s choices a bellwether for the broader […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 13:16

Association condemns Archbishop’s Christmas message

The New Cyprus Association sharply criticised on Monday the recent Christmas message delivered by Archbishop Georgios, arguing that it undermined the church’s spiritual role and deepened divisions in Cyprus. In a statement, the association said the speech “failed to meet its pastoral purpose, ignored the need for social reconciliation and distanced itself from the fundamental […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 12:51

Cyprus ranks fourth globally for Israeli passenger traffic in 2025

Cyprus ranked fourth globally for passenger traffic from Israel in 2025, with 1.2 million passengers, as weekly flights from Tel Aviv and Haifa reached a worldwide high of 186, amid a 42.6 per cent increase in arrivals. Data from the Israel Airports Authority show that Cyprus tied with Italy for fourth place, each recording 1.2 […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 12:29

Cyprus households ditch renting for buying as rental prices soar

Housing loan instalments have broadly converged with monthly rents over the past three years, prompting a growing number of households to opt for buying rather than renting, according to Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou. In a written response to Parliament, Ioannou said official data show a gradual decline in applications for rent subsidies alongside a rise […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 12:25

Cyprus to launch new marine pollution unit to clean up Limassol bay

Cyprus is moving to tighten its grip on marine pollution after years of fragmented oversight left authorities struggling to respond to worsening conditions in Limassol bay. Against that backdrop, the Deputy Ministry of Shipping is preparing to set up, in early 2026, the Pollution Response Supervision and Coordination Unit (PRSCU), an executive body with pan-Cyprus […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 12:25

Increase in children seeking protection reported by Hope For Children

An increasing number of minors in Cyprus are seeking help from Hope For Children, the organisation reported on Monday in an end of year statement. Hope For Children said it continues to handle numerous cases involving children who are afraid to speak about violence or neglect at home as well as deprivation of education due […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 12:11

UN special representative to brief security council on Cyprus peacekeeping

The United Nations special representative in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne, will brief the UN Security Council in closed consultations on January 15, 2026.  Diagne leads the UN peacekeeping force on the island, known as Unfycip. The briefing will draw on the latest reports from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on his mediation efforts regarding the Cyprus issue […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 11:55

Foreign buyers drive 16 per cent rise in Cyprus property sales

Cyprus’ retail property market is increasingly shaped by a broader real estate cycle that remains resilient but uneven, with strong momentum in residential and offices contrasting with a more polarised outlook for retail, according to Danos and Associates’ Market Insight Report. The report shows that Cyprus’ property market entered 2024 on solid footing, following one […]

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