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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 13:00

Unravelling DNA: how genetic counselling empowers informed decisions

By Marilena Tapaki*, Genetic Counsellor, Medicover Genetics, Cyprus With personalised medicine reshaping modern healthcare, genetic counselling has become a vital service. Advances in genetics furnish better diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease based on a person’s genes, yet individuals are constantly faced with complex information. Genetic counselling, a patient-centred, impartial and non-directive communication process, bridges […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 12:51

Red alert for forest fire risk to remain in effect Friday

A red alert for forest fire risk will remain active on Friday, the forestry department said on Thursday. The status has been maintained since Tuesday, with high summer temperatures being felt across the island. The department urged people to “exercise extreme caution during outdoor excursions” and to avoid doing anything which could potentially cause a […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 12:49

‘Louis Night Show’ closes with live draw for brand-new Dacia Bigster

The latest season of “The Louis Night Show” on Alpha Cyprus came to a spectacular close with a live grand-prize draw that saw Elena Epifaniou win a brand-new Dacia Bigster 1.2 TCe 140hp Essential Edition, worth €26,800, a prize sponsored by the Pilakoutas Group. The handover of the new vehicle took place at the Dacia […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 12:47

Children’s mental health support a ‘priority’, minister says

Building children’s mental resilience from early-years education has become a central priority as schools expand support services to address mental health, bullying and violence, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Thursday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, Michaelidou said schools are placing greater emphasis on equipping pupils with the skills to recognise risks, seek help […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 12:22

Weapons haul in Oroklini opens new line in torture probe

Investigators have widened their inquiry into a cache of firearms discovered at a house in the Larnaca district village of Oroklini after identifying possible connections between the 38-year-old suspect and the torture case in nearby Pyla already before the Larnaca criminal court. The latest developments emerged during remand proceedings for the 38-year-old, who was arrested […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 12:11

Heathrow airport posts resilient results amid geopolitical uncertainty

Heathrow Airport welcomed a record 40 million passengers during the first half of 2026, despite geopolitical uncertainty affecting parts of its global network, according to financial results published this week. The airport said the performance demonstrated the resilience of major international hub airports, with strong growth in North America and Asia-Pacific helping offset softer demand […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 12:05

School air conditioning rollout underway as focus shifts to primaries

Most public preschools, high schools, and nearly all middle schools will begin the new school year with air conditioning installed, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Thursday, as the government turns its attention to completing work in primary schools. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, Michaelidou said her ministry had first needed to address deficiencies […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:58

Damianos ‘delighted’ at Trump involvement in region

Energy Minister Michael Damianos has said that he is “delighted” that United States President Donald Trump has taken an interest in energy production in the region around Cyprus. “I believe that President Trump’s involvement in this is vital, and I think the mark is there already, and we are delighted that we’re able to work […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:49

Unigrowth issues profit warning for half-year results

Unigrowth Investments Public Ltd on Thursday issued a profit warning for its unaudited half-year results for the period from January 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026. The company said that, based on the indications so far, the group is expected to post lower profits in its unaudited six-month accounts compared with the corresponding period in […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:44

Kontides climbs to the top at Los Angeles Grand Slam

Cypriot sailor Pavlos Kontides has moved into first place in the overall ILCA 7 standings at the Los Angeles Grand Slam after another impressive day of racing. The world number one delivered a series of consistent performances in the Golden Fleet finals, finishing fifth in two races before placing seventh in the final race of […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:42

EU transport and tourism report highlights Cyprus’ road dependence

Cyprus’ heavy dependence on road transport, above-average traffic congestion and strong road safety performance were among the findings highlighted in a new European Commission report published this week examining transport and tourism trends across the European Union. The report, titled ‘Transport and tourism in the European Union – Current trends and issues’, provides an overview […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:19

Repairs to Dhekelia and Vasiliko expected to restore reserve capacity

Repairs to two electricity generation units at the Dhekelia and Vasiliko power stations are expected to be completed on Thursday, a move that could restore reserve capacity to the grid and help avoid any further power cuts. The transmission system operator’s assistant operations director Haris Zavallis told the Cyprus Mail that if both units return […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:16

Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite Mideast arms race

A deal between the United States and Saudi Arabia allowing the kingdom to build nuclear reactors using American technology and to enrich uranium has fuelled fears in Israel of the start of an arms race in the Middle East. The agreement, which still needs Congressional approval, that was announced on Wednesday is meant to allow […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:15

TechIsland unveils €2m wildfire defence programme

TechIsland has presented the first-year results of its €2 million Wildfire Initiative, showing how an emergency appeal launched after the devastating fires of 2025 has developed into a long-term programme spanning prevention, preparedness, early detection and recovery. According to figures included in the presentation, the fires burned more than 100 square kilometres of forest, destroyed […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:14

SafeIsland puts wildfire alerts in the hands of Cyprus residents

SafeIsland CY, a new free mobile app for iOS and Android, is now available to the public, helping people in Cyprus report wildfire signs, receive nearby alerts and access key fire-safety information on one interactive map. Developed by Brickworks Games as part of the TechIsland Wildfire Initiative, the app was presented to the public for […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:04

Large ditch next to Paphos road posing safety concerns for motorists

A two-metre-long ditch which has opened up next to a road between the Paphos district villages of Emba and Tala poses a serious safety risk for motorists, the Paphos police said on Thursday. The Paphos traffic police said they are calling on the Emba village council to address the situation immediately, but also added that […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 11:02

Omonia edge Kairat to take first-leg advantage

Omonia secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Kairat Almaty of Kazakhstan on Wednesday night in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League second qualifying round tie at the GSP Stadium. The decisive goal came in the 13th minute, with Panagiotis Andreou finding the net to give the Cypriot champions a valuable first-leg advantage. The […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 10:59

UK PM Burnham to cut business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Thursday he would lower business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues by 20% from April as part of his drive to lower cost pressures on households and businesses, and revive communities. Burnham said the move would save the typical pub about £1,100 ($1,472.35) next year, benefiting nearly […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 10:53

Geosfire brings round-the-clock satellite fire detection to Cyprus

A satellite-based system using machine learning to detect wildfires across Cyprus 24 hours a day has been presented in Limassol, seeking to give first responders earlier and more reliable warnings of possible outbreaks. The Geosfire project, funded by TechIsland, was presented on Thursday by Anna Zenonos, a researcher at the Cyprus Institute’s Climate and Atmosphere […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 10:52

Crackdown on illegal caravans along Larnaca coastline continues

Authorities on Thursday continued a crackdown on illegal caravans and makeshift structures along Larnaca’s coastline, carrying out a second operation days after clearing a beach next to the Larnaca Nautical Club. Crews from the Larnaca district government and the town’s municipality were working at a beach near the former oil refinery site, where they removed […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 10:51

TechIsland closes funding gap for 45 community fire engines, says minister

Forty-five communities across Cyprus will receive small fire engines at no cost, after TechIsland committed €450,000 to cover the share not financed by the government, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said on Thursday. Speaking at the official launch of the TechIsland Wildfire Initiative in Limassol, Ioannou said the partnership would give local communities a vital tool […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 10:39

Beckham ‘proud’ after Miami sign Casemiro despite probe

Major League Soccer has announced a review into a tampering allegation against Inter Miami in the signing of Brazilian superstar midfielder Casemiro on Wednesday. “The league is gathering all relevant information and will refrain from further comment until the review is complete,” MLS said in a statement. Casemiro, 34, is under contract through 2027 with […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 10:38

Cyprus research identifies genes affected by space travel

Researchers at the Cyprus institute of neurology and genetics have identified genes consistently affected by exposure to weightlessness, in findings that could protect astronauts during future missions. The research was led by Professor George Spyrou, who said the team set out to understand how space alters the human body at a cellular level. “Our goal […]

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Kıbrıs 23.07.2026 10:35

Arsenal defender Saliba out for extended period

Arsenal and France defender William Saliba will be sidelined for an extended period after suffering a back injury during the World Cup, the Premier League club said on Wednesday. Saliba was hampered by the injury throughout the tournament in the United States, limiting his training, before he was substituted after 30 minutes of France’s semi-final […]

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