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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 14:32

Cyprus crematorium moves into development phase

Plans for a further crematorium in Cyprus were announced on Friday and have already moved into an active development phase following a partnership between the Cyprus Cremation Society and European funeral services company Funecap. The agreement is intended to see the construction and operation of a modern crematorium facility, addressing the absence of cremation services […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 14:16

City snap up winger Semenyo from Bournemouth

Manchester City pulled off a major January coup by signing Ghana winger Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth on Friday on a deal running until 2031, bringing in the Premier League’s third-highest scorer this season to bolster their title charge. The 26-year-old, who has bewildered defences with 10 goals and three assists this season, arrives with City […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 14:00

Trump cancels second wave of attacks on Venezuela after cooperation

U.S. President Donald Trump said he had canceled a second wave of attacks on Venezuela following cooperation from the South American nation. The president said on Friday that Venezuela was releasing a large number of political prisoners as a sign of “seeking peace”, following last week’s dramatic U.S. military operation that resulted in the capture […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 13:51

Cyprus leads EU in retail sales growth

Retail trade volumes in Cyprus recorded the strongest annual growth in the EU in November 2025, as consumer spending accelerated on the island, while monthly gains across Europe remained modest, according to Eurostat. Across the European Union and the euro area, seasonally adjusted retail trade volume increased by 0.2 per cent in November 2025 compared […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 13:39

Police begin investigation into video, await Lakkotrypis statement

The police have launched an investigation into a video which alleged campaign finance lawbreaking on the part of President Nikos Christodoulides and his associates which was widely shared on social media, its spokesman Vyron Vyronos said on Friday. “We had a complaint yesterday and we started some examinations, for which at this stage, I cannot […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 13:24

Cyprus house prices stall as EU housing costs continue to climb

Cyprus house prices edged higher year-on-year but fell on a quarterly basis in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting a cooling domestic market even as housing costs across the European Union continued to rise, according to the latest data from both Eurostat and Cystat. In Cyprus, the House Price Index for the third quarter of […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 12:55

Cyprus records €7.28bn trade deficit despite rise in exports

Cyprus recorded a trade deficit of €7.28 billion during the first eleven months of 2025, as imports continued to outweigh exports, according to provisional figures released by the state statistical service (Cystat). Total imports of goods in November 2025 stood at €1.04bn, down from €1.16bn in November 2024, reflecting a decrease of 10.6 per cent. […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 12:36

Many flights between Dubai and Iranian cities canceled, Dubai Airports website shows

At least 17 flights between Dubai and Iranian cities including Tehran, Shiraz and Mashhad scheduled for Friday and operated by flydubai have been cancelled, the Dubai Airports website showed. The website did not provide a reason for the cancellations, but a countrywide internet blackout was reported in Iran on Thursday and extended into Friday as […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 12:22

‘Society is watching in shock’, Disy says over Christodoulides video

Society is “watching in shock” a video which alleged campaign finance lawbreaking on the part of President Nikos Christodoulides and his  associates was widely shared on social media, Disy said on Friday. “What is revealed in the video is shocking and extremely serious. Society demands clear and convincing answers from the government. Answers which have […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 12:15

Cypriots told to avoid all travel to Iran as protests sweep nation

The foreign ministry on Friday reiterated its advisory against all travel to Iran as anti-government protests in the country continued and intensified. It said Cypriots have been advised against all travel to Iran since August 5, 2024, and that those who find themselves in the country “are advised to remain vigilant and closely monitor developments […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 12:13

Pressure on Cyprus to safeguard EU fishing laws during presidency

As Cyprus takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, Oceana is urging the island nation to secure decades of progress on rebuilding fisheries and to pursue ocean health as a strategic pillar for EU security, climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods. Oceana is the largest international advocacy organisation focused solely on […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 12:09

How online newspapers balance advertising, trust, and reader experience

For nearly eight decades, newspapers have served as a steady source of information for readers navigating political change, economic shifts, and everyday life. While the medium has evolved, from print to digital, from morning editions to 24/7 updates, the core responsibility has remained the same: to inform without bias and to maintain the trust of […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 12:00

Guest recipes with Yvoni Nicolaidou

Mango and Salmon salad Fresh, vibrant and beautifully balanced, this mango and salmon salad is a true celebration of colour, texture and flavour. It brings together an array of wholesome, naturally rich ingredients that complement one another in the most refreshing way. The buttery tenderness of cooked salmon pairs wonderfully with the tropical sweetness of […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 11:58

Jumbo Cyprus sales rise 8 per cent as retailer reports solid year of growth

Cyprus contributed to another solid year for Greek retailer Jumbo Group in 2025, as the company reported full-year sales growth of 7.22 per cent despite significant supply-chain disruptions in Greece and internationally. For most of the year, performance remained strong. Over the January–November period, group sales were running at close to 8 per cent year […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 11:47

Limassol and Famagusta hospitals to install PV systems

Photovoltaic panels will be installed in the parking areas of Famagusta and Limassol general hospitals within 2027, after a contract was signed on Friday between the state health services organisation (Okypy) and the electricity authority (EAC). “A photovoltaic system with a capacity of approximately 2.7 megawatts can be developed at the Limassol general hospital and […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 11:37

Cyprus sets out shipping priorities for EU Council Presidency

The priorities of Cyprus’ upcoming Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the shipping sector were discussed this week during a meeting between the Cyprus Union of Shipowners (CUS) and President Nikos Christodoulides at the presidential palace. According to a statement, the Union’s delegation, led by president Polys V. Hajioannou and vice president […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 11:24

‘The president of the republic remains personally exposed’

Akel leader Stefanos Stefanou on Friday called for President Nikos Christodoulides’ to dismiss his chief of staff Charalambos Charalambous after a video alleging campaign finance lawbreaking on the part of Christodoulides, Charalambous and associates was widely shared on social media. He said his party “calls for the immediate dismissal of [Charalambous] and his removal from […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 11:02

Explosive devices thrown at Limassol home

Investigations are underway to identify a suspect accused of throwing a firecracker at a house in the Ayios Tychonas area of Limassol in the early hours of Friday morning. According to police, the incident occurred at around 1.50am when an unknown individual attacked the house with fireworks and an incendiary object that went off in […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 10:37

Poaching incident reported in Nicosia

Police and the game and fauna service on Friday said they are investigating a case of poaching in Nisou. Officers were sent to the area shortly before 9pm on Tuesday following information that individuals were illegally in possession of firearms. At the scene, officers located two men aged 41 and a third aged 57 and […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 10:28

Govt repeats denials over Christodoulides donation video

Responses from government officials came thick and fast on Friday morning after a video alleging campaign finance lawbreaking on the part of President Nikos Christodoulides and his associates was widely shared on social media. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis appeared on Sigma TV early on Friday morning, saying that despite what was alleged in the video […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 10:26

Hundreds of thousands without power as Storm Goretti hits France, Britain

Strong winds battered France and Britain on Friday as Storm Goretti hit northern Europe, leaving hundreds of thousands of households without power. In France, some 380,000 households lost power, mostly in the Normandy region and in Brittany, the Enedis power provider said. Overnight, wind gusts of over 150 kph (93 mph) were registered in France’s […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 10:26

Martinelli apologises after pushing injured Bradley

Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli apologised to injured Liverpool right back Conor Bradley after trying to push him off the pitch near the end of the 0-0 draw on Thursday. Bradley fell awkwardly near the touchline in stoppage time and Martinelli clearly thought he was time-wasting, throwing the ball at him before manhandling him. Liverpool’s players […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 10:17

Tournament chiefs admit errors over worst-ever viral wildcard

Tournament organisers in Nairobi said they made a mistake in granting a wildcard entry to a player whose struggles with the basics of tennis went viral on social media. Hajar Abdelkader, competing under an Egyptian flag, lost 6-0 6-0 to German world number 1,026 Lorena Schaedel in 37 minutes at an International Tennis Federation (ITF) […]

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Kıbrıs 09.01.2026 10:00

Behind-the-scenes exhibition wraps up International Nicosia Festival

What happens in the few minutes before an artist steps onto the stage? And what remains on their face and body immediately after the final bow, when the performance has ended, but the intensity still lingers? These unseen, transitional moments are captured in Peras, the photography exhibition by Nikolas Louka, presented by the International Nicosia […]

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