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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 17:31

President pledges continued support for Maronite community

President Nikos Christodoulides on Sunday reaffirmed the government’s “unwavering support” for Cyprus’ Maronite community during the feast day celebration of Saint Maron at the Maronite Cathedral in Nicosia. Addressing the congregation, Christodoulides described his presence at the annual celebration as “a small but tangible indication of the state’s boundless appreciation” for the Maronites, whom he […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 17:29

Remand prisoners and the erosion of the right to a fair trial

By Alexandros Clerides Not long ago, I publicly expressed the view that any person who is currently held as a remand prisoner – in other words, detained while awaiting trial – is effectively exposed to a violation of the right to a fair trial. The reality of the conditions under which these individuals are held […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 17:01

Kouyoumdjian places 64th in Olympic giant slalom

Yiannos Kouyoumdjian finished 64th in the giant slalom on Saturday at the Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, completing both runs on the Stelvio course in Bormio with a combined time of 2:52.11. According to a statement from the Cyprus Olympic Committee, the race featured 81 athletes, of whom “only 69 completed both runs, underlining the […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 16:49

Thoughts on the curiously elastic limits of performance

By Konstantinos Apostolou I’m approaching the finish line when, just 30 seconds before crossing, I hear the race staff saying on the handheld radio: “The third is coming.” Only in the last 50 metres do I realise that I’m on the podium. I’m crossing the finish line. My girlfriend is waiting for me there. She […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 16:13

Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US

Iran is pursuing a nuclear agreement with the U.S. that delivers economic benefits for both sides, an Iranian diplomat was reported as saying on Sunday, days before a second round of talks between Tehran and Washington. Iran and the U.S. renewed negotiations earlier this month to tackle their decades-long dispute over Tehran’s nuclear programme and […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 16:08

Farmers suspend Monday protests after talks with agriculture minister

Farmers’ organisations on Sunday announced the temporary suspension of protest measures planned for Monday, following an emergency meeting with Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou. In a joint statement, the organisations Pek, EKA, Panagrotikos, Nea Agrotiki Kinisi, Euroagrotikos and the Pancyprian grain producers union said all issues that had prompted the mobilisation were discussed during the lengthy […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 15:50

The road ahead: philosopher king or money king

Last week’s column dealt with President Trump’s proposed Board of Peace and how it effectively formalised the split within the Western alliance. Cyprus has now found itself facing the difficult decision of whether to attend the board’s invitation to Washington on February 19 for its first meeting. After the initial euphoria and self-congratulation of being […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 15:46

1936 ‘Nazi’ Games T-shirt sales cause stir but IOC says it must protect trademark

Official Olympic sales of T-shirts emblazoned with the poster of the 1936 Berlin Olympics, known as the “Nazi Games”, have caused a stir but the International Olympic Committee defended the move on Sunday, saying it was mainly concerned with protecting its trademark from potential uncontrolled use. The Berlin Games are mostly remembered for being turned […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 15:39

Two new exhibitions at the Printmaking Museum

In the village of Platanisteia, the Hambis Printmaking Museum this month welcomes two new group showcases. The first, Ex-Libris & Occasional Prints, focuses on prints affixed to the inside of a book’s front cover to indicate its owner, which are internationally known as Ex-Libris. From now until the end of the year, these prints will […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 15:11

Surviving the population crash

“To them that hath shall (more) be given” is generally a reliable guide, especially in economic matters, but it doesn’t work if the beneficiaries are too stupid to take advantage of the gift. The scarce and precious commodity in this case being people, who are in increasingly short supply. The global average birth rate has […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 15:06

Zelenskiy says allies to provide new energy and military aid within 10 days

Ukraine has agreed new energy and military support packages with European allies ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion on February 24, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday. Kyiv is aiming to rally support among partners as it struggles to fend off Russian battlefield advances and air attacks on its energy system while […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 15:04

President dismisses claims Cyprus talks hindered by elections and EU presidency

President Nikos Christodoulides on Sunday described as “ridiculous” arguments that a broadened conference on the Cyprus problem cannot take place due to the upcoming parliamentary elections in May or Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European Union. Speaking to reporters after attending celebrations for Saint Maron in Nicosia, Christodoulides said he and the Greek […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 14:27

Rubio visits eastern Europe to bolster ties with pro-Trump leaders

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a two-day trip to eastern Europe on Sunday to bolster ties with Slovakia and Hungary, whose conservative leaders, often at odds with other European Union countries, have warm ties with President Donald Trump. Rubio will use the trip to discuss energy cooperation and bilateral issues, including NATO commitments, […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 14:23

Buying property in Cyprus, a familiar tale of woe

Purchasing property in Cyprus could very well qualify as an extreme sport. The property pages of newspapers may well be full of reports proclaiming 2025 as being the strongest year for property sales since 2007, with ever pricey Limassol leading the charge and Paphos a close second. But behind the glitzy statistics of spiralling high-end […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 13:48

Pension reform to bring noticeable increases, says labour minister

Pension increases resulting from the planned reform of the social insurance system are expected to be noticeable, particularly for low-income pensioners, Labour and Social Insurance Minister Marinos Mousiouttas said on Sunday. In an interview with Phileleftheros, Mousiouttas said the first phase of the reform, concerning the social insurance fund, could be implemented from January 1, […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 13:32

Britain’s men beat Germany, champions Sweden lose again

Bruce Mouat’s British men’s team picked up a 9-4 round-robin win over Germany at the Winter Games on Sunday, while Olympic champions Sweden suffered their fourth loss of the campaign to leave their title defence on the brink. World champions Britain took a 4-2 lead in the fourth end and never looked back, beating 2024 […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 13:30

Contemporary challenges in Cyprus’ investment environment

By Nicoletta Kouroushi Cyprus continues to constitute a reliable and competitive investment destination within the European Union, offering a developed legal framework, modern business infrastructure and a strategic geographical location. At the same time, its investment environment is not static. It continues to evolve and adapt to international regulatory and supervisory requirements, thereby strengthening its […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 13:30

Capitalising on Europe’s research connections to tackle cancer

Across Europe, cancer researchers are collaborating more closely than ever, thanks to the EU-backed canSERV platform, which links scientists with research services and infrastructures to speed up discoveries and improve care for patients. By Helen Massy-Beresford For Dr Pavla Bouchalová, a cancer researcher in the department of biochemistry at Masaryk University in Brno, Czechia, answering […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 12:57

Justice minister: ‘We are targeting the heads of criminal gangs’

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris has said authorities are focusing their efforts on dismantling the leadership of organised crime groups, stressing that law enforcement knows who they are and is applying sustained pressure. “Our target is the heads of the gangs,” he said in an interview with Kathimerini. “They know how to protect themselves, which is […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 12:24

EU presidency a chance for Cyprus to act over bird slaughter

I am a pupil in Year 5 at The Junior and Senior School in Nicosia. I am writing to you because we have been learning about illegal bird trapping, and I am deeply saddened and shocked that this is happening right here in our own environment. In 2025, some reports say as many as 450,000 […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 12:11

Animal Party calls for update on cat sterilisation scheme

The Animal Party has called on the government to provide immediate clarification over delays in implementing a nationwide cat sterilisation programme announced last October. On October 4, 2025, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou announced that funding for cat sterilisations would be increased from €100,000 to €300,000, alongside the launch of a government sterilisation scheme covering the […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 11:45

A ‘travelling’ village on the verge of abandonment

This small village tucked away in the Paphos rural landscape has been on the move for over 200 years, ravaged by Turks in 1821 and relocated in 1953 during British colonial rule after it was destroyed in an earthquake. Today, Eledio of just 37 permanent residents, no school and a priest on loan, is on […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 11:30

Cyprus institute joins European network to manage complex epilepsy cases

The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) marked World Epilepsy Day on February 9, reaffirming its commitment to supporting individuals with epilepsy and their families. “Through the specialised Epilepsy Centre and the Department of Neurophysiology, we remain committed to providing comprehensive care for those affected,” the institute said. Epilepsy is a chronic neurological condition […]

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Kıbrıs 15.02.2026 11:26

Vonn leaves Italian hospital, heading to Treviso airport, sources say

U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn was discharged on Sunday from the Italian hospital where she was admitted a week ago after the horrific crash that ended her Olympic comeback, two sources close to the matter said. Vonn, the 2010 Olympic champion and second most successful female World Cup skier of all time, was heading to the […]

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