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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 20:54

Akamas excavations reveal prehistoric coastal life

Archaeologists at Drouseia-Skloinikia on the Akamas peninsula have unearthed a treasure trove of stone tools, beads, shells and bones, some dating back 8,000 years, offering a rare glimpse into the island’s prehistoric past. The 2025 excavation was led by Dr Theodora Moutsiou of the University of Cyprus, in collaboration with Dr Christian Reepmeyer of the […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 20:47

Trump says retains right to ‘militarily’ secure Chagos airbase

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said he retained the right to “militarily secure” a joint US-UK airbase in the Chagos Archipelago following “productive” discussions with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. “I understand that the deal Prime Minister Starmer has made, according to many, the best he could make,” Trump said in a post on […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 20:33

Cyprus must reduce water consumption by 10 per cent by 2030

Cyprus’ agriculture minister and the European Commissioner for the Environment stressed on Thursday the need to reduce water consumption throughout the EU and particularly in Cyprus, as part of the European strategy for water resilience. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou and visiting EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall discussed water resilience, the circular economy, the simplification of environmental legislation and […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 20:28

Activists plan new, bigger flotilla to try to bring aid to Gaza

Activists behind a flotilla intercepted at sea last year by Israel while trying to bring aid to Gaza will try again this year, expecting more than twice as many boats carrying up to 1,000 medics, they said on Thursday. The Israeli military halted the roughly 40 boats in the Global Sumud Flotilla last October as they attempted to reach blockaded Gaza, […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 20:01

As treaty expires, Russia says it’s still ready to talk to US on nuclear limits

Russia said on Thursday it regretted the expiry of its last remaining nuclear arms treaty with the United States but was still ready to talk, raising the possibility of a last-minute deal to preserve limits on deployment of the world’s deadliest weapons. Axios reported that negotiations had been taking place over the past 24 hours in Abu Dhabi […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 20:00

Christodoulides marks ‘three years of clear, ambitious goals’

The government envisions making Cyprus resilient and robust both domestically and overseas, President Nikos Christodoulides said Thursday in his annual ‘state of the union’ address. In the televised speech, broadcast on television and online, Christodoulides took stock of the three years of his administration, and outlined 55 planned actions for 2026. Christodoulides assumed office on […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 19:44

Event celebrates two years of Yalla Collective

Yalla Collective Space & Café in downtown Nicosia turns two and hosts a community birthday celebration and raffle event this Saturday. A full programme will unfold from 4pm onwards with activities for children, a DJ party later in the evening and a support raffle with prizes from local businesses. “Yalla is turning two this year,” […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 18:35

MPs ponder zero-alcohol limit for young drivers

Draft legislation proposing a zero-alcohol limit for young drivers, learner drivers and individuals driving without a licence was discussed at the House transport committee on Thursday afternoon. Legislation will be submitted to Parliament within the next two weeks. Transport committee chairman and Dipa MP, Alekos Tryfonidis, reiterated the significant impact of the legislation, which he […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 18:19

Top crypto to buy for new investors in 2026: Why Mutuum Finance (MUTM) beats Ripple (XRP)

Ripple (XRP) has long been viewed as a beginner-friendly asset thanks to its liquidity, brand recognition, and established role in cross-border payments. However, in 2026, analysts suggest that XRP’s large market cap may limit its upside potential for new investors seeking outsized returns. This has led many to reassess the top crypto to buy, shifting […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 17:51

Ioannides warns of crackdown on migrant smuggling networks

Combating illegal migrant smuggling remains a daily operational challenge, deputy migration minister Nicholas Ioannides admitted on Thursday, Speaking at Europol’s joint parliamentary scrutiny meeting, Ioannides said the government had delivered measurable results, with pending asylum applications also declining after years of sustained pressure on the system. He said the effort would continue at both a […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 17:42

‘Wherever you are, Kotsovolos’: making shopping for daily needs easy, flexible

The way people live, move, and meet their daily needs has changed. In this new everyday life, Kotsovolos is present with a clear message: “Wherever you are, Kotsovolos.” A message that reflects the company’s timeless commitment to an easy and flexible shopping and service experience. Kotsovolos operates as a comprehensive ecosystem of physical and digital […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 17:26

IASIS Private Hospital achieves CHKS international accreditation

Iasis Private Hospital, a member of the Leptos Group, is pleased to announce that it has achieved accreditation in accordance with internationally recognised CHKS Healthcare Accreditation Standards, one of the most respected certifications for quality and safety in the healthcare sector. The CHKS accreditation confirms that the Hospital meets strict international standards in quality management, […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 17:08

Fire in Larnaca apartment

A fire broke out on the second floor in a three-storey apartment in Larnaca on Thursday afternoon and a tenant had to be treated for smoke inhalation. Fire department spokesman Andreas Kettis said that three fire trucks from Larnaca fire station responded to extinguish the fire in the living room area. An ambulance arrived on […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 17:03

Fire in Limassol building

A fire broke out in an old building in the centre of Limassol at noon on Thursday The fire department said the fire appeared to have started during roof insulation work in a building near Tepak. No one was injured. Andreas Kettis, fire department spokesman, said that four fire trucks extinguished the fire. Tenants of […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 16:52

House plans restrictions on foreign nationals buying real estate

Parliament on Thursday indicated its intention to pass legislation by May restricting the acquisition of real estate by foreign nationals. The intention is to amend the relevant law by May, before the House dissolves ahead of the parliamentary elections. So far, MPs have tabled three bills introducing restrictions on the sale of properties to foreign […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 16:22

Allegations of intimidation at CyBC

Serious allegations of intimidation within Cyprus’ public broadcaster were aired in the House on Thursday, as MPs examined claims that a senior CyBC official sought to pressure a board member to keep Elmos Neocleous as director-general. The complaint was submitted to the House interior committee by the union Sidikek-Peo, through its representative Christodoulos Christodoulou, who […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 16:17

Safety fears raised over RES battery storage plant plans

The construction of a planned power storage station for renewable energy in the Rotseri area of Alambra may pose risks to public health and the environment, the Federation of Environmental Organisations (Opok) warned on Thursday. “[The permits were granted] without substantial information or consultation with the local community, the municipality or the local government,” Opok […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 16:02

All 166 kidnapped churchgoers now rescued in northern Nigeria, Christian group says

Security services have now rescued all 166 worshippers who were kidnapped by gunmen during attacks on two churches in northern Nigeria last month, a Christian group said on Thursday. The Christian Association of Nigeria credited the power of prayer and the military for the success of the operations in Kaduna state, but did not go […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 15:55

Fidias forced to rename party after elections service objections

MEP Fidias Panayiotou has been compelled to rename his political party after the elections service rejected its original title, ruling that the term “Direct Democracy” could not be registered on its own as it describes a system of governance rather than a distinct political formation. Following the objections, Panayiotou submitted a revised application under the […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 15:55

Police find phone records of north ‘house speaker’ engaging in coercion, ‘plagiarised’ work

The Turkish Cypriot police have accessed records of telephone communications between the north’s ‘parliament speaker’ Ziya Ozturkler and officials from a university in Morphou, in which it has been alleged that he coerced them into awarding a degree under false pretences to a longtime close personal associate of the north’s ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel. The […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 15:30

Cyprus, its land and landscapes

The old town of Nicosia is quiet on a cloudy weekday morning. I step over some puddles, pass some small yellow flowers and head to the newly renamed Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (SPEL building), where the exhibition Agropoetics: soils ⁄bodies is now on. Part of Cyprus’ EU Presidency cultural programme, the exhibition runs […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 15:17

Turkey is doing its best to prevent US-Iran conflict, Erdogan says

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Turkey is working hard to prevent US-Iran tensions from tipping the Middle East into a new conflict, as the two adversaries signal that disagreement over Tehran’s missile arsenal threatens to torpedo a deal. Speaking to reporters on a return flight from a visit to Egypt, Erdogan added that talks at […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 15:15

Cyprus consumer prices rise slightly in January

Inflation in Cyprus recorded mild annual growth in January 2026, while consumer prices edged slightly lower on a monthly basis, according to the state statistical service (Cystat). According to the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) for January 2026, prices rose by 0.5 per cent compared with January 2025, whereas they decreased by 0.3 per […]

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Kıbrıs 05.02.2026 15:13

Water development dept denies it plans to shut off water supply

The water development department has denied that it plans to shut off the mains water supply intermittently as it aims to tackle an ongoing water shortage. The clarification comes after it had been stated that the island will have 10 per cent less water at its disposal than what it is projected to need, with […]

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