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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 16:46

Social support agency set for abolition

The abolition of the controversial social support agency moved closer on Wednesday, as the government confirmed it is preparing legislation to transfer the body’s responsibilities to the grants and benefits service of the finance ministry. Appearing before the House institutions committee, a ministerial representative affirmed the government considers “the agency’s lifecycle complete” and is working […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 16:28

2026 reform sees zero tax for tens of thousands, with income increases for 200,000

Cyprus’ new tax reform has come into force and its results are already being reflected in the daily lives of citizens, families and businesses via a reduction in the tax burden and an increase in net disposable income. Around 200,000 taxpayers have seen an increase in their net income with the payment of their January […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 16:24

42 per cent of Cyprus’ engineers and scientists are women

Cyprus ranks slightly higher than the European Union average in terms of the proportion of women employed in the engineering and science sector, at 42.3 per cent, Eurostat said on Wednesday. This compares to an EU-average of 40.5 per cent, with the highest share recorded in Latvia, 50.9 per cent and Denmark, 48.8 per cent. […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 16:09

Kadis calls for US to abide by rule of law after ICE deaths

European Fisheries Commissioner Costas Kadis on Wednesday called on the United States government to abide by the rule of law in light of the killing of nurse Alex Pretti by a US customs and border protection agent and the killing of Renee Good by an immigration and customs enforcement (ICE) agent last month. “There can […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 15:59

Cyprus banking recovery built on firm oversight, says supervisor

Cyprus’ banking sector recovery after the 2013 crisis reflects “the coherent and consistent functioning of two essential pillars, banks’ commitment to act and supervisors’ firm oversight,” said George Ioannou, member of the European Central Bank (ECB) supervisory board and director of supervision of credit institutions at the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). In an interview […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 15:43

Cyprus a mature choice for EU investors, says Keve secretary general

Cyprus represents a mature and reliable choice for investors seeking access to the European Union, institutional security, and prospects for long-term returns, according to Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) secretary general Philokypros Roussounides. Addressing the audience at the Money Conference on Wednesday, Roussounides stated that “the regulatory and supervisory framework of Cyprus is […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 15:30

Restaurant review: Generous brunch with a view

Saturday brunch was meant to be simple. Sunshine, outdoor seating, a slow start to the weekend. Then the dust rolled in, and the idea of sitting outside became far less appealing. With a mild sense of panic we needed somewhere indoors that could seat five of us at short notice. The rooftop at the Rise […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 15:26

North confirms American visit to airport to inspect evacuation capability

The north’s ‘transport minister’ Erhan Arikli on Wednesday confirmed that American officials had visited Ercan (Tymbou) airport to inspect its capability for “evacuations” but said that this is standard procedure. “The American embassy in Cyprus and the American office in northern Cyprus periodically apply to the transport ministry after obtaining permission from our foreign ministry. […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 15:25

Patient misses lung transplant due to air carrier unavailability

A patient in need missed the opportunity for a lung transplant abroad because none of the collaborating air carriers was able to make the flight, the health insurance organisation (HIO) said on Wednesday. On February 2, just after 11pm, the HIO was informed that there was an available lung transplant abroad and a patient need […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 15:25

Financial commissioner’s work instrumental in helping public, minister says

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos expressed his satisfaction with the work performed by the financial commissioner’s office during a scheduled visit on Wednesday. Makis Keravnos said that he received a briefing from commissioner Valentina Georgiadou, with whom he also discussed the results of the operations and activities of the office. “Generally, there was an exchange of […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 15:05

Progress made on upcoming Eurobank Day Care Centre

The Day Care Centre for individuals with disabilities and adults on the autism spectrum, which is being materialised by Eurobank, is entering the implementation phase. The first step was taken with the announcement of the one-stage architectural competition, marking the beginning of the procedures. Through the architectural competition process, the Contracting Authority aims to select […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 15:02

Commonwealth boss confident of progress on slavery reparations

The secretary-general of the Commonwealth, a 56-nation group headed by Britain’s King Charles, said on Wednesday she expected member nations to make progress towards beginning negotiations on reparations for the transatlantic slave trade. The Commonwealth, which grew out of the British Empire, is one of the world’s largest international organisations, representing around 2.7 billion people. […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:55

SOFTSWISS outlines in-house marketing strategy at TechIsland meetup

SOFTSWISS, a global technology provider of software solutions for the iGaming industry, took part in TechIsland’s seventh MarComms Community Meetup in Cyprus, where its chief marketing officer Valentina Bagniya explained how the company’s iGaming Trends Report, has evolved into a full-scale product built and scaled by the in-house marketing team. The international technology group, which […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:51

An evening dedicated to Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon contributors

Bank of Cyprus (BoC) Nicosia Marathon contributors, the event’s volunteers and the groups behind the event’s success were at the heart of a thanksgiving event held on the evening of February 10, 2026, during which organisers expressed heartfelt gratitude to all who supported the grand sporting gathering. This year’s marathon returned on January 18, attracting […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:46

Skyrocketing rents threaten Greece’s economic rebound

Last year, Eirini Syntihaki was renting an apartment she loved in central Athens near friends, work and the city’s many streetside cafes. Then a few months ago, her flatmate moved out and lawyers representing the apartment’s Chinese owners said they planned to raise the rent, which was already 700 euros – nearly Syntihaki’s entire earnings. […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:34

Man held over €32,000 land fraud case in Limassol

Police on Wednesday arrested a 66-year-old man in Limassol on suspicion of extorting €32,000 from a couple under false pretences in connection with the alleged sale of agricultural land. According to police, the case concerns an agreement reached in 2020, when the couple allegedly paid the man the full amount for the purchase of an […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:34

Cyprus government employment rises to 55,364 in January

Total government employment in Cyprus recorded an increase in January 2026, reaching 55,364 persons, according to a report released by the statistical service (Cystat) on Wednesday. The data showed mixed developments across services and employee categories compared with January 2025. Cystat said the total number of government employees rose by 257 persons, a 0.5 per […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:27

‘FIND YOUR MOVE’: CRIVIT, tennis legend Stefanie Graf launch global partnership

Stefanie Graf and CRIVIT are a perfect match. The former world-class athlete and the sports brand CRIVIT are impressively staging the start of their partnership as part of an international campaign in over 30 countries. Under the motto “FIND YOUR MOVE”, the spirit of CRIVIT will be brought to life through an impressive product range. […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:23

Flu, Covid infections on ‘downward trend’ after winter

The number of people being recorded as having contracted influenza, Covid-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is on a “downward trend” with spring around the corner, health ministry deputy permanent secretary Elisavet Constantinou said on Wednesday. She said during a visit to the Nicosia general hospital that exactly 32 people died of one of the […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:23

UK prosecutors working with police over Andrew, Mandelson claims

British prosecutors have been in contact with police over investigations into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and former U.S. ambassador Peter Mandelson’s links with Jeffrey Epstein, Britain’s chief prosecutor said on Wednesday. Stephen Parkinson told reporters that the Crown Prosecution Service had been in touch with the police forces investigating King Charles’ younger brother and Mandelson, Thames Valley […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:16

Bounced cheques worth €47K recorded in January, CBC reports

The number of bounced cheques recorded in Cyprus in January 2026 stood at 17, with a total value of €47,091, according to figures released on Wednesday by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). This compares with 16 cheques worth €42,062 in January 2025. For the whole of 2025, a total of 213 outstanding cheques with […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:16

Autopsies show migrants in shipwreck off Greece died of head injuries, not drowning

Most of the 15 Afghan migrants who were killed off the Greek island of Chios last week when their dinghy collided with a coast guard vessel died of head injuries, not from drowning, autopsy results seen by Reuters show. A criminal investigation has been opened into the February 3 collision – one of Greece’s deadliest […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:12

Limassol and Strovolos to see 192 new affordable apartments

The Cyprus Land Development Organisation (Koag) is implementing 192 apartments under the affordable housing scheme, its president Elena Koushos Hadjidemetriou said at a press conference, outlining a wider expansion of the organisation’s operational role in state housing policy. Of these, 138 apartments are located in Limassol and 54 in Strovolos, supported by €28 million in […]

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Kıbrıs 11.02.2026 14:12

Second international art fair to be staged in Limassol

pring is nearly here and with it, it brings a colourful cultural agenda. At the helm of the local art calendar is the second edition of VIMA Art Fair, which returns to Limassol’s The Warehouse by IT Quarter on May 15 to 17. There is still a while to go, yet preparations are in full […]

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