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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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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 11:50

Evaluation reform and air conditioning units to drive education policy

Teacher evaluation reform and the rollout of air conditioning in public schools will dominate the education ministry’s agenda in the coming year, following approval of key legislation. The implementation of the new teacher evaluation system now moves to centre stage after its approval by parliament. The reform, the most extensive in over 50 years, replaces […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 11:38

Cyprus economy must avoid complacency, warns Keve chief

Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) president Stavros Stavrou on Monday highlighted the need for realistic planning and targeted reforms as Cyprus moves toward 2026, warning that the economy’s positive trajectory should not lead to complacency. In his New Year message, Stavrou said that “the Cypriot economy had shown resilience, adaptability and dynamism in […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 10:58

AEGEAN supports Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon

AEGEAN is once again bringing a strong presence to the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon, actively supporting the capital’s major running event, set for Sunday, January 18, 2026. Through its support, AEGEAN is helping facilitate the participation of runners from abroad, strengthening the international character of the race and adding further momentum to an event […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 10:52

Troodos covered in snow for second time this winter

The Troodos mountains were covered in snow on Sunday overnight, marking the second snowfall of the winter. In a post shared shortly after midnight, meteorologist Eric Kitas Kitas said localised rain and snow were recorded due to the passage of a cold front. He said the snowfall was expected to lead to a light but […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 10:41

The rise of intelligent platforms for forex trading: Why brokers need future-ready infrastructure

The global FX/CFD brokerage ecosystem is evolving rapidly, driven by technology adoption, regulatory shifts, and increasing client expectations. Singapore, one of Asia’s leading fintech hubs, continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the competitive landscape for forex and multi-asset brokers. In this increasingly digital world, brokers—whether enterprise-level institutions or emerging fintech firms—require more than […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 10:38

CFA Society Cyprus anticipates dynamic 2026 built on transparency, market trust

On the occasion of the festive season and the arrival of the New Year, the Board of Directors of CFA Society Cyprus extends its warmest wishes to society at large, the investment and business community, as well as to all institutional stakeholders with whom it collaborates. We wish everyone health, progress and creativity for 2025. […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 10:30

Blackbook’s Voskaridou nominated for 2025 Cyprus Manager of the Year

Blackbook is proud to announce that Eleftheria Voskaridou, Founder and Managing Director of Blackbook Agency, was nominated for the “Cyprus Manager of the Year 2025” Award at the prestigious Manager of the Year 2025 Awards in Athens on December 17. This notable recognition celebrates outstanding leadership, celebrating professionals who achieve results, while making a significant […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 10:24

Ronaldo confident of reaching 1,000 goals, keen to keep playing

Cristiano Ronaldo said his passion for the game remains undimmed and that he is still motivated to reach his target of 1,000 career goals after the Portuguese forward was named Best Middle East Player at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai on Sunday. Ronaldo’s double for Saudi side Al-Nassr on Saturday took his tally to […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 10:21

Cameroon and Ivory Coast draw heavyweight clash

Defending champions Ivory Coast took a lead that lasted only five minutes before Cameroon equalised to secure a 1-1 draw in their heavyweight clash at the Africa Cup of Nations finals on Sunday. Amad Diallo scored for a second successive game to open the scoring for the Ivorians in the 51st minute but full back […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 10:00

Comedy nights spread laughter across the divide

“United in laughter, divided in everything else,” write the organisers of an upcoming comedy series in Nicosia that is set to spread jokes across checkpoints. Collective Beat organises the Peace Talks comedy and performance nights this December, humorously touching on Cyprus reality. The organisation hosts comedy nights on both sides of the divide, aiming to […]

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Kıbrıs 29.12.2025 09:48

Government sets 2026 target for pension increases

Cyprus is preparing its next major reform, with the government setting a target of significant pension increases by 2026, starting with low-income pensioners. President Nikos Christodoulides said pension reform is now a top priority, following the recent approval by parliament of major changes in education and taxation. He said the lowest pension, currently about 510 […]

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