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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 18:01

Seven Paok FC fans killed in horror crash in Romania

Seven fans of Greek football side Paok FC were killed in Romania on Tuesday, while three other passengers are being treated in critical condition, after their van collided head-on with a lorry.The fans were on their way to Lyon, France, for their team’s Europa League match. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed his deep sorrow […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 17:38

Woman jailed for six years for drug trafficking

A 24-year-old woman was on Tuesday sentenced to six years in prison by the Larnaca criminal court after being found guilty of drug trafficking. The case concerned the importation of cocaine weighing a total of 890g. Police uncovered the drugs last October after receiving information that a woman arriving on a flight from abroad was […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 17:29

Averof says Cyprus risks ‘being trapped’ after Holguin’s ‘not encouraging’ comments

Former Disy leader Averof Neophytou on Tuesday warned that Cyprus risks “being trapped” if progress on confidence-building measures between the island’s two sides is not achieved, while saying that statements made by United Nations envoy Maria Angela Holguin on the matter were “not encouraging”. “If we do not move quickly and without hindrance, we risk […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 17:19

Legal service refuses to publish list of social support agency’s donors

The legal service on Tuesday rejected a request by parliament for the disclosure of donors to the social support agency until recently chaired by first lady Philippa Kasera, effectively blocking further parliamentary scrutiny of the fund’s financing. In a letter, accountant-general Andreas Antoniades informed the House institutions committee that he would not submit the names […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 17:04

Supreme constitutional court to decide on investment programme acts

The Supreme Constitutional Court is set to decide whether exceptional naturalisations within the framework of the Cyprus investment programme constitute acts of government and are thus not subject to judicial review. The attorney-general’s request for the Republic’s appeal to be referred to the Supreme Constitutional Court has been accepted after the Republic’s preliminary objection in […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 17:02

Inquest into shooting of migrant in buffer zone to begin on Wednesday

The inquest into the death of 24-year-old Shoaib Khan in the buffer zone-adjacent village of Potamia last year is set to begin at the Nicosia district court on Wednesday. Khan was found dead in the Nicosia suburb of Strovolos on January 6 last year, but had been among a group of third-country nationals attempting to […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 16:51

Iranian tycoon with Cypriot passport sanctioned by UK

An Iranian businessman, who holds a Cyprus passport, was sanctioned by the United Kingdom on Tuesday for allegedly helping to finance Iran’s revolutionary guard (IRGC). Ali Ansari, who amassed a European property portfolio worth an estimated €400 million, is accused by the UK authorities of acting as a financier for the regime. The UK government […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 16:49

Cyprus crowned Southern Europe’s top innovation business hub

Cyprus ranked 15th globally and first in Southern Europe for its innovation business environment, according to the Innovators Business Environment Index 2026 published by StartupBlink. The ranking positions Cyprus as an emerging innovation hub, reflecting strong performance across taxation, incentives and overall market attractiveness. According to the index, Cyprus achieved first place in the European […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 16:45

Deep fake videos legislation submitted to House

Akel submitted a bill to the House commerce committee on Tuesday aimed at addressing the harmful use of artificial intelligence and ‘deep fake’ videos. Presenting the proposal, Akel MP Christos Christofides said the bill is modelled on Danish legislation and recognises as a distinct legal right every person’s ownership of their face, voice and other […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 16:23

Ex-Olympic snowboarder on FBI’s ‘Top 10 Most Wanted’ list, pleads not guilty to drug charges

Ryan Wedding, a Canadian former Olympic snowboarder accused of turning to a life of crime as a murderous cocaine-trafficking kingpin, pleaded not guilty on Monday to all 17 felony charges against him in two U.S. grand jury indictments. Wedding, 44, entered his plea during an arraignment in U.S. District Court in Santa Ana, California, several […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 16:11

Holguin promises tripartite meeting will be ‘of substance’

United Nations envoy Maria Angela Holguin on Tuesday promised that Wednesday’s tripartite meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman will be “of substance”. Speaking after a one-on-one meeting with Erhurman, she said that on Wednesday, “we are to take a look at both sides’ concerns about the way that we will […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 16:04

Netinfo expands share capital, updates investor holdings

Listed company Netinfo Plc will introduce additional shares on the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE), according to a market announcement released on Tuesday. The Cyprus Stock Exchange announced that it has approved the admission of 192,310 ordinary shares of Netinfo Plc, to be granted free of charge to the company’s group staff. These shares were approved […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 15:47

Plans to expand Kouklia desalination plant discussed

The expansion of the Kouklia desalination plant, set for an increase in capacity of up to 30,000m³, and the installation of an additional mobile desalination plant in Polis Chrysochous are currently being discussed with the agriculture ministry, Paphos district governor Charalambos Pittokopitis said on Tuesday. “The recent rains, although they do not solve the problem, […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 15:31

Fidias apologises for ‘loonies’ comment, points finger at political opponents

Social media influencer and MEP Fidias Panayiotou on Tuesday apologised for calling paralympic athletes “loonies”, though he did at the same time suggest that there may have been political motivations behind those who criticised him for his use of language. “The first thing I want to say is that I should not have used this […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 15:30

Young people working to create a better future

By Karen Taylor Youth is the most active and vital force in any society; the hopes of a country and the future of a nation lie in the hands of its young generation. This was emphasised by Chinese President Xi Jinping recently, who has long emphasised the vital role of youth in China’s modernisation efforts. […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 15:28

Spain will host 2030 World Cup final, says RFEF president

Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) President Rafael Louzan has said that Spain will stage the final of the 2030 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Morocco wants to stage the game in Casablanca at the Grand Stade Hassan II, a huge stadium currently under construction north of the city. World soccer’s […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 15:21

Germany must seek new global partners, says economy minister

Germany must seek new partners in light of a changing global order, the country’s economy minister said on Tuesday, referring to deteriorated relations with the United States that have resulted in painful import tariffs. “The world has become more uncertain, and alliances that we have trusted and relied on are beginning to crumble,” Katherina Reiche […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 15:12

Akel submits bill to abolish social support agency

Akel submitted a bill to parliament on Tuesday calling for the abolition of the social support agency within three months and the transfer of its responsibilities and resources to the state scholarships foundation. Presenting the proposal, Akel general secretary Stefanos Stefanou said the bill, co-signed by Disy MP Kyriakos Hadjiyiannis and Independent MP Alexandra Attalides, […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 15:02

Man remanded over motorcycle theft, and attack against police officer

A 25-year-old Limassol man was remanded for four days on Tuesday by the Limassol district court in connection with a series of incidents involving motorcycle theft, assault, threats, knife possession and attacking a police officer. At around 4pm on Monday, police received a tip about an unknown person pushing a motorcycle that had been reported […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 14:56

Carnival of hearts: A three-day celebration of love and festivity at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort – don’t miss it!

Book your stay now and live the three-day experience to the fullest. Click HERE Experience the ultimate blend of romance and carnival magic at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort with the Carnival of Hearts – a captivating three-day celebration designed for couples, families, and friends alike. Friday, 13 February – Kick off the festivities […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 14:33

Recent rains provide relief to Kato Pyrgos

The Kato Pyrgos dam in Tylliria overflowed on Monday after days of rain saw it reach full capacity over the weekend. “We express our particular satisfaction with the overflow of the dam, as three months ago the cleaning work was completed,” Kato Pyrgos mayor Nikos Kleanthous said. The cleaning works were carried out in October, […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 14:31

India and EU reach landmark trade deal

India and the European Union struck a long‑delayed deal on Tuesday that will slash tariffs on most goods, aiming to boost two‑way trade and reduce reliance on the United States amid growing global trade tensions. The deal is expected to double EU exports to India by 2032 by eliminating or reducing tariffs in 96.6% of […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 14:20

Dive into the mystery: murder mystery games for groups

Are you ready for an evening full of suspense, mystery, and a touch of drama? A murder mystery game is the perfect way to surprise your friends, family, or colleagues with an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re a seasoned detective or just looking for a fun activity, murder mystery games offer something for everyone. Why murder […]

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Kıbrıs 27.01.2026 14:20

‘Very deep poverty’ in Britain hits record high

Poverty in Britain has deepened, according to a report released on Tuesday, with approximately 6.8 million people now living in “very deep poverty”, the highest level in three decades. “Very deep poverty” refers to households with an after-housing-costs income below 40% of the UK median, amounting to around 16,400 pounds a year for a couple […]

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