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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 15:17

State of Cyprus’ cemeteries ‘not very encouraging’

The state of cemeteries in Cyprus is “not very encouraging”, the bicommunal technical committee on cultural heritage’s Turkish Cypriot co-chairman Ali Tuncay said on Thursday. He was speaking to the north’s Tak news agency after his committee was last year tasked with the restoration of cemeteries across the island as a confidence-building measure announced by […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 14:59

Cyprus problem is ‘Europe’s responsibility, Metsola says

European Parliament president Roberta Metsola on Thursday said that efforts to solve the Cyprus problem are “Europe’s responsibility”. “It is not a responsibility which falls solely on Cyprus. It is Europe’s responsibility. There is a sense that progress is possible. By providing political support, reinforcing confidence-building measures, and maintaining a steady European focus, parliament is […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 14:50

More than 180 projects worked on by cultural heritage committee so far

More than 180 projects have been worked on by the bicommunal technical committee on cultural heritage since its establishment in 2008, the committee’s Turkish Cypriot co-chairman Ali Tuncay said on Thursday. “We have made significant progress since the committee’s establishment … Within the scope of work carried out under different phases, restoration, urgent intervention, conservation, […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 14:24

Chelsea part ways with manager Maresca

Chelsea have parted ways with manager Enzo Maresca, the Premier League club announced on Thursday, after the London side won just one of their last seven league games. “With key objectives still to play for across four competitions including qualification for Champions League football, Enzo and the club believe a change gives the team the […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 13:59

The Goblins are coming to CVAR

The beginning of January brings the arrival a certain type of guest – goblins, also known as kalikanjaroi! Old folk tales say that they arrive this time of year, in early January, and to share with children how Cypriots used to protect themselves from their mischief, CVAR-Severis Foundation organises a special creative event on Saturday. […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 13:23

Metsola: Cyprus’ Council of EU presidency comes at pivotal moment for Europe

Cyprus’ undertaking of the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency comes at a “pivotal moment for Europe”, European Parliament president Roberta Metsola said on Thursday. “Expectations are high. I know that Cyprus is fully prepared to take on this responsibility,” she told newspaper Politis. She added that she has held “several meetings” with President […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 11:59

Israel says forces open fire on West Bank stone-throwers, one dead

The Israeli military said its forces killed a Palestinian in the occupied West Bank in the early hours on Thursday as they opened fire on people who were throwing stones at soldiers. Two other people were hit on a main road near the village of Luban al-Sharqiya in Nablus, the military statement added. It described […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 11:52

After Bulgaria, euro expansion faces hurdles in remaining EU states

Bulgaria became the 21st member of the euro zone on Thursday despite opposition from half its electorate, leaving only a handful of countries in the 27-member European Union yet to adopt the currency. Although public support for the euro is high in some of the remaining countries including Hungary, eurosceptic parties in governing coalitions and parliaments are likely to hold […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 11:40

Two motorcycles set on fire in centre of Dherynia

Two motorcycles were found on fire in the square in the centre of Dherynia in the early hours of Thursday morning, fire brigade spokesman Andreas Kettis said. He wrote in a post on social media that the fire brigade were informed of the burning motorcycles at around 12.55am, and that the motorcycles were of “unknown […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 11:23

Undertaking Council of EU presidency ‘a moment of pride’, Raouna says

Undertaking the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency is “a moment of pride”, European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna said on Thursday. “Cyprus will work as an honest and reliable mediator, representing all member states equally and seeking consensual solutions, in a particularly demanding geopolitical context,” she told the Cyprus News Agency. She added […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 11:07

Erhurman offers new year wishes in Turkish, Greek, English

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman offered new year’s wishes in Turkish, Greek, and English in a post on social media. “We extend our best wishes to everyone for a new year filled with health, happiness, prosperity, and peace,” he wrote, alongside a photograph of himself, his wife Nilden Bektas Erhurman, their son Toprak, and their […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 10:58

Christodoulides: It is time for further European integration

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday said it is time for “further European integration”, as Cyprus took on the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency for a six-month term. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, he said it is “time for more autonomy for Europe, for further European integration, taking into account that by addressing […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 10:31

Yellow weather warning issued for strong winds

The met office on New Year’s Day issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds, with gusts reaching a strength of up to eight on the Beaufort scale. The warning will remain in effect between 9am and 6pm.

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 10:30

EU diamond sanctions to hit €4 billion Russian revenue stream

The European Commission has published updated guidelines detailing the next phase of the European Union‘s comprehensive ban on Russian diamonds. According to the commission, the aim is to further restrict Russia‘s access to vital revenue streams. The measures, which form part of a coordinated G7 effort, aim to deprive Russia of an estimated €4 billion […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 09:11

Several killed after explosion in Swiss ski resort bar, BBC reports

Several people were killed and others injured after an explosion in a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, BBC reported on Thursday, citing police. The blast occurred at 1:30 a.m. (00:30 GMT) in a bar called the Constellation, police said in a statement to the BBC. Reuters could not immediately verify the report. […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 08:30

Sweeping changes to tax collection and business audits in Cyprus

A major overhaul of the Cyprus tax system is set to take effect from the 2026 tax year, fundamentally reshaping the assessment and collection procedures for citizens and businesses while mandating tax returns for almost all residents aged 25 to 71. These new provisions will significantly expand the categories of individuals required to submit a […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 08:00

Nicosia hotels ready for EU Presidency after major renovations

Nicosia’s hotels are fully prepared to host the influx of delegates expected to arrive in Cyprus for the country’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with many properties having already undergone substantial renovations, according to Christiana Iacovidou, president of Nicosia’s hoteliers association (Pasyxe). That readiness, however, comes with a broader warning: without a […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 07:30

What Cyprus Mail business readers cared about most in 2025

As a new year begins, a look back at the most read Cyprus Mail business stories between January and November 2025 shows what most captured public attention during a year marked by rapid change, opportunity and uncertainty in Cyprus. An overview of the top 40 most read business stories reveals what readers followed most closely […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 07:00

Deputy ministry outlines vision for sustainable tourism in 2026

Cyprus is preparing to roll out a broad package of tourism actions in 2026, backed by a €74.6 million budget that places sustainability, destination resilience and community benefit at the centre of policy planning.  According to the explanatory note accompanying the 2026 state budget, the Deputy Ministry of Tourism is allocating €27.7 million to international promotion and awareness campaigns, alongside […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 06:40

What’s on this weekend

It’s already the first weekend of 2026! After the island celebrates the arrival of the New Year and banquets, feasts and gift exchanges happen, the events’ agenda is still active. This weekend, enjoy live music performances, the last of the Christmas villages and markets and festive workshops for little ones. New Year’s Day begins with […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 06:30

Sustainable aviation fuel output doubled in 2025 but share remains low

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is expected to have doubled in 2025 but will continue to account for less than one per cent of global jet fuel consumption, according to new estimates released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). In 2025, SAF output is expected to reach 1.9 million tonnes, equivalent to 2.4 billion […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 06:00

Cyprus Business Now: shipping, tourism, BoC, budget revenues, CSE

Cyprus’ tourism revenue rose strongly in October 2025 and across the first ten months of the year, reflecting higher overall earnings despite lower average spending per visitor, according to a report released on Wednesday by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Based on results from the passengers survey, revenue from tourism reached €458.60 million in October 2025. This represented […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 04:25

Justice minister to meet with police over recent demands

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris is set to meet with police union representatives on Friday, January 2, to discuss ongoing security matters, as well as working hours and holiday adjustments, which had previously been publicly criticised by the advocacy groups. “Our obligations towards society must be fulfilled fully and responsibly, the claims and demands of the […]

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Kıbrıs 01.01.2026 04:20

Our View: We have set ourselves unrealistically ambitious objectives for the presidency

Today the Cyprus Republic takes over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with which the 18-month Poland-Denmark-Cyprus Trio presidency will be concluded. This is the second time Cyprus will hold the presidency, the first time being 14 years ago, when Demetris Christofias was the president. The Republic takes over this presidency with […]

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