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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 08:20

US targets former EU commissioner, activists with visa bans over alleged censorship

The Trump administration on Tuesday imposed visa bans on a former European Union commissioner and anti-disinformation campaigners it says were involved in censoring U.S. social media platforms, in the latest move in a campaign aimed at European rules that U.S. officials say go beyond legitimate regulation. Trump officials have ordered U.S. diplomats to build opposition […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 08:12

CySEC sets February deadline for crypto firms to meet MiCA rules

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has issued a final reminder to Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs) operating in the Republic that they must apply for authorisation under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) by February 27, 2026, to ensure the legal continuation of their business. Following an announcement made on October 17, 2024, and […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 08:03

Electrical failure reported before jet carrying Libya army chief crashed near Ankara

Libya’s army chief of staff, Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad, was killed on Tuesday when a private jet carrying him and members of his entourage crashed near Ankara shortly after departing Turkey’s capital, Libyan and Turkish officials said. The Dassault Falcon 50 jet took off from Ankara’s Esenboga Airport at around 1710–1717 GMT en route to […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 07:52

Ukraine drone attacks target Moscow at night, spark industrial fire in Tula, Russia says

Ukrainian overnight drone attacks targeted Moscow and sparked an industrial fire in the Tula region, which lies directly south of the Russian capital, regional authorities said on Wednesday. At least three drones targeting Moscow were downed, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said on the Telegram messaging app. He said emergency services were dispatched to the sites […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 07:50

Professional bodies rally behind Cyprus tax overhaul

The Cyprus Institute of Certified Public Accountants (Selk) welcomed the passage of Cyprus’ long-awaited tax reform by the House of Representatives, saying the vote marks a major institutional shift after more than two decades without a comprehensive overhaul of the tax system. The reform, which will come into force on January 1, 2026, was described […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 07:40

Why volunteering is a ‘state of mind’ at PwC Cyprus

Volunteering begins with “wanting to be there, wanting to offer and wanting to dedicate time”, according to Konstantina Logotheti, head of marketing and communications at PwC Cyprus and director of the PwC Foundation. In a column released this week, she spoke about her regular visits to elementary school classrooms for the Junior Achievement programme ‘Our […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: banks, Oev, Akamas walkway, minimum wage, real estate

The intention to revise the minimum wage is legitimate and reflects the pressures faced by households, according to Fiscal Council president Michalis Persianis. He also warned that any decision should be taken with extreme caution to avoid collateral effects from a hasty move. Persianis said that “extremely careful judgment and prior analysis” were required, stressing […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 06:00

Celestyal Cruises launches winter homeport in Abu Dhabi

Celestyal Cruises this week announced the launch of the inaugural regional season of Celestyal Discovery, marking a further step in its expansion beyond the Mediterranean and anchoring its winter programme in the UAE capital. The 1,360-guest ship sailed from Abu Dhabi on December 12, following Celestyal Journey into the region, and is operating three-, four- […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 04:24

Two thirds of state actions for gender equality already in motion

Approximately 40 actions have been completed or are in progress within the framework of the National Strategy for Gender Equality 2024-2026, which includes approximately 60 actions, Gender Equality Commissioner Josie Christodoulou said on Tuesday. At the same time, she pointed out “that for the first time we are promoting equality issues in all ministries and […]

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Kıbrıs 24.12.2025 04:20

Our View: High price shows govt is being consistently ripped off

It is very easy to understand the outrage of Paphos Mayor Phedonas Phedonos for having to pay an extortionate price for a beach cleaning machine, also known as a ‘beach tech sweepy’, for Paphos municipality. The mayor posted a video of himself on social media, standing outside the town hall, posing next to the machine, […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 23:14

Trump says he invited Kazakh, Uzbek leaders to G20 Summit next year

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he spoke with the presidents of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan and invited both leaders to the G20 summit next year in Miami, Florida. “We discussed the importance of bringing Peace to ongoing conflicts, and increased Trade and Cooperation between our Nations,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social, […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 22:30

Labour Minister announces increase of monthly minimum wage to 1,088 euro

Minister of Labour and Social Insurance Marinos Moushouttas announced Tuesday the Government’s decision to increase the monthly minimum wage for full-time employment, after completing six months of continuous employment, from 1,000 to 1,088 euro. Speaking after the conclusion of the meeting of the Council of Ministers at the Presidential Palace, he said that the Government, after […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 21:35

Trump flew on Epstein jet eight times in the ’90s, according to prosecutor email

President Donald Trump flew on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet “many more times than previously has been reported,” according to an email from a New York prosecutor that forms part of a new batch of documents about Epstein released Tuesday by the U.S. Justice Department. In an email dated January 7, 2020, the […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 21:20

Sentence increase in major drugs case

The appeals court on Tuesday increased the prison sentence of a man convicted of serious drug offences, from nine to 12 years. The appeal followed a request by the attorney general’s office, represented by lawyer Irene Savva, which argued that the original sentence by the Paphos criminal court was too lenient. The appeals court agreed. […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 21:18

Three held on suspicion of trading animals with foot and mouth disease

A court in the north on Tuesday remanded three people in custody on suspicion of trading in cattle infected with foot-and-mouth disease. According to Turkish Cypriot media, a court in Famagusta ordered the three suspects remanded in custody for four days. One of the suspects is reportedly a Greek Cypriot. The suspects are said to […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 21:07

Family violence sentence upheld by appeals court

The appeals court on Tuesday upheld a lower court’s decision to keep a man in custody in a serious family violence case, ordering that he remain detained until the next hearing. It found the two arguments submitted by the defendant to be unfounded, concluding the district court of Paphos acted correctly. The case involves alleged […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 21:03

Akel seeks clarity on Cyprus’ share of EU funding for Ukraine

The leader of opposition party Akel on Tuesday formally asked the government to clarify Cyprus’ share in financing Ukraine over the next two years, following a deal agreed by EU leaders in Brussels last week. In a letter sent to the finance minister, Akel leader Stefanos Stefanou referred to the European Council summit that concluded […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 20:40

Terrorism sentence doubled by appeals court

The Appeals Court doubled a sentence earlier handed down on a man convicted of terrorism-related offences, it was announced on Tuesday. The man, currently aged 28, had been arrested in Limassol in January 2021. He was later found guilty of terrorism-related charges and sentenced to two years in prison. The attorney-general’s office subsequently appealed the […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 20:35

Government extends support for low-income pensioners

The cabinet on Tuesday approved an extension of state support to cover the cost of pension increases until June 30, 2026. The measure will benefit around 24,000 households and is estimated to cost €13.5 million. The decision was announced on Tuesday. The extension ensures that low-income pensioners will continue receiving the low-pension allowance without reduction. […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 19:36

Christmas tales, hot wine and local crafts at Paphos Christmas village

Every corner, street, town and village this winter is dressed in Christmas charm as the island celebrates the festive season. The rural Paphos region welcomes the Panayia Christmas Village 2025 which hosts its final weekend of operation this week. Head to the village this December 26, 27 and 28 for more warm winter moments, ready […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 19:16

Cyprus to continue bold reforms in 2026, says president

Cyprus will continue with bold reforms in 2026, building on changes introduced in 2025, President Nikos Christodoulides pledged on Tuesday. He was speaking ahead of a cabinet meeting at the presidential palace. The president highlighted the recent approval of two major reforms. The first concerns taxation, while the second focuses on the evaluation of teachers. […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 18:54

CCTV to be installed at 50 more schools

Cameras will be installed at 50 more schools across the island during the next year, the education minister told MPs on Tuesday. Athena Michaelidou was responding to a query as to how many closed-circuit surveillance systems are currently installed at schools, and how many more are being planned for 2026. Since late 2024, cameras have […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 18:26

21 electric bikes seized in police operation

Twenty-one electric bikes were seized by police on Tuesday during coordinated checks in Nicosia, after a total of 29 e-bikes were inspected. The operation was carried out by members of the traffic department at police headquarters to enforce road safety regulations. During the inspections, officers also identified two individuals found to be living illegally in […]

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Kıbrıs 23.12.2025 18:10

Mutuum Finance price prediction for 2026 as presale phase 6 crosses past 99%

Mutuum Finance is entering a pivotal moment in its trajectory as Presale Phase 6 surpasses 99% filled, drawing intense interest from investors seeking both early entry and strong upside potential. This remarkable presale velocity reflects heightened demand for projects that blend structured utility with compelling tokenomics, compelling traders and long-term holders to reassess traditional benchmarks […]

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