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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 13:03

Audit office questions cut-price property sale by ‘well-known businessman’

The audit office on Tuesday released a report questioning the validity of the sale of property by an unnamed “well-known businessman” for €8.5 million less than the property’s originally agreed value and demanded why the tax department did not investigate the matter at the time. It stated that the property had been valued at €19.35m […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 13:01

EU must not let tobacco control ambition falter under the Cypriot Presidency

The Cypriot EU Council Presidency’s latest attempt to advance the EU’s tobacco tax reform was put to the test on Wednesday 21 January, when officials convened in the Council’s Working Group on Tax Questions.Intended to inject momentum into the long-stalled revision of the Tobacco Excise Tax Directive (TED), theexchange around the new compromise text instead […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 12:52

Farmers preparing for tractor protest in Nicosia

Farmers will be driving their tractors into Nicosia on Monday, February 16 to protest the serious problems they are facing and demand immediate solutions, their organisations announced on Tuesday. The farmers will be demonstrating at 11.30am outside the Cyprus agricultural payment organisation, which they said had not yet been paid their benefits, despite assurances they […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 12:19

Police probe attempted murder after razor attack in Nicosia

Police are investigating a case of attempted murder following a serious incident in Nicosia on Monday midday, in which a 21-year-old student in Cyprus was attacked with a razor blade. Police said they were notified at 4.20pm by Nicosia general hospital that a 21-year-old Indian man had been admitted to the emergency department at around […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 12:00

Book review: Who doesn’t like jokes about ISIS brides and dysfunctional UN workers?

Onto another of the shortlisted novels for the 2025 Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse prize for comic fiction. This time, a debut from academic and peace-building practitioner (that’s what her bio says) Noussaibah Younis. And, following the befuddlement aroused by Rosanna Pike’s A Little Trickerie, it came as something of a relief that Fundamentally was both funny […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 11:53

History of Cyprus Cricket celebrated on opening night of ICC T20 World Cup

H.E. Daniel Mangis, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of the United States Embassy in Cyprus, attended the presentation of ‘Oranges on the Outfield – A History of Cyprus Cricket’ on February 7. The book was presented by Andrew Pepper, Vice President of the Cyprus Cricket Federation, with the event held in conjunction with the opening night […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 11:35

Torture in Pyla took place in illegal casinos, watchdog says

The torture reported to have taken place in Pyla did not occur in a legal casino, but in establishments operating illegally, the Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission clarified on Tuesday. Police said on Monday that investigations into an organised criminal syndicate had intensified after videos were uncovered showing the torture of at least seven […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 11:24

Fidan says Turkey needs to ‘lift Greek Cypriots’ reservations’ for better EU relations

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Tuesday said his country needs to find a way to “lift the reservations” of the Greek Cypriots, among others, if it wishes to strengthen its relations with the European Union. “For issues such as the customs union to progress, the reservations of parties in the EU, such as the […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 11:14

A Valentine’s art workshop for a good cause

The inspiring Valentine’s Art Workshop held by The Landmark, Autograph Collection by Marriott, and Artion Galleries, hosted by celebrated Greek artist Caroline Rovithi, for a charitable cause, was crowned with utter success. On Saturday, February 7, a most exclusive and amazingly inspiring Valentine’s Art Workshop was organised at the brand-new Artion Gallery within The Landmark, […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 11:04

Sweet romance at Columbia Confectionery

February is the month of love, and Columbia Confectionery, a member of Columbia Restaurants, welcomes it with the “Sweet Romance” collection, a nod to the sweet side of romance. From February 9 to 15, the collection is exclusively available in the stores in Limassol and Paphos, offering unique taste experiences that turn every moment into […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 10:52

Ukraine’s Heraskevych says IOC has banned helmet showing athletes killed in war

Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych said a helmet he has used in training at the Milano Cortina Games with images of compatriots killed during the war in Ukraine cannot be used in Olympic competition after being told by the IOC that it violates a rule on political statements. The helmet, which depicts several athletes killed […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 10:45

Spurs desperate for wins, says Frank, as relegation battle looms

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank said his side are desperate to win matches, after a seven-game run without a Premier League victory has left them six points above the relegation zone in contrast to their form in Europe. Spurs have won three straight Champions League games to directly progress to the round of 16 and […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 10:43

Macron warns of more ‘US hostility’, urges EU to use ‘Greenland moment’ to push reforms

Europe should brace for more moments of U.S. hostility, French President Emmanuel Macron has warned, and should treat what he called the “Greenland moment” as a wake‑up call to push through long‑delayed reforms to strengthen the bloc’s global power. In an interview with several European newspapers, the French leader said the European Union should not […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 10:37

Rosenior praises revitalised Chelsea’s ‘extreme mental toughness’

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior praised his players’ mental fortitude for achieving a string of wins since he took over last month, with their only setbacks being two losses to Arsenal in the League Cup semi-finals. Rosenior’s side came from behind to end January with back-to-back 3-2 wins over Napoli in the Champions League group stage […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 10:25

Keep growing – Diageo and Johnnie Walker Black Label are implementing a reforestation program in fire-affected areas in Cyprus

Diageo and Johnnie Walker, in collaboration with PPD Global, have launched a reforestation program aimed at restoring the fire-affected areas of Cyprus in the Limassol district, which were devastated by the catastrophic wildfires of the summer of 2025.The program reinforces Diageo’s Spirit of Progress ambition, contributing to a more sustainable future for local communities and […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 10:19

LLM in sustainability and human rights – University of Cyprus

Next intake: September 2026 | Duration: 18 months | 90 ECTS An English-taught postgraduate programme examining how law can support sustainability and a fair green transition, linking environmental protection with human rights, social justice and responsible business. The programme’s distinctive strength is its integrated approach: each core module offers focused expertise in a key field, […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 10:11

Award-winning social drama Wishbone comes to Nicosia

The Cypriot co-production film Wishbone is hitting Nicosia’s big screen on Wednesday and Thursday, hosted at Pantheon Cinema at 8.30pm. Produced by Felony Film Productions and the Deputy Ministry of Culture, the award-winning social drama is directed by Greek filmmaker Penny Panayotopoulou and tells the story of a lot of young people today as well […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 09:54

Cyprus 49th out of 182 in international corruption index

Cyprus ranks 49th among 182 countries in the corruption perception index for 2025, published by Transparency International, dropping three places from 2024. According to the index made public on Tuesday, Cyprus received 55 points instead of its previous 56. The index ranks 182 countries and territories by their perceived levels of public sector corruption on […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 09:30

Russian airport deal involves firm with former Cyprus ties

Russia has transferred ownership of Moscow’s Domodedovo airport to a company linked to the operator of Sheremetyevo, following a court ruling that nationalised the asset earlier this year. In June, a Russian court ordered the nationalisation and transfer of Domodedovo, the country’s fourth-busiest airport, after finding that its two owners, Dmitry Kamenchik and Valery Kogan, […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 08:48

Van catches fire in Limassol

A van in Yermasoyia, Limassol, went up in flames just before midnight, causing damage to the engine. The Mercedes van was in the carpark of a block of flats when it caught fire. Fire brigade spokesman Andreas Kettis said they were informed of the fire at 11.56pm on Monday. No one was in danger and […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 08:22

Koag anticipates 244 housing units by end of year

The Cyprus Land Development Organisation (Koag) expects to deliver 244 residences by the end of the year, general director Eleni Symeonidou told the House finance committee on Monday, during discussions on Koag’s budget. Symeonidou said Koag was focusing on three pillars, the first being traditional housing construction, with 244 units expected by the end of […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 08:14

Arab states criticise Israel as it expands powers in occupied West Bank

Saudi Arabia, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates led regional states on Monday in condemning Israel’s move to ease settlement expansion and widen its powers in the West Bank, a step critics said went in the direction of annexing occupied land. Sunday’s decisions by Israel’s security cabinet will make it easier for Jewish settlers to […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 08:12

Cyprus leads EU retail growth despite December slowdown

Retail sales in Cyprus recorded the strongest annual growth in the European Union in December 2025, even as overall retail trade volumes declined month-on-month across the euro area and the EU, according to Eurostat. The statistical office of the EU reported that Cyprus posted an annual increase of 8.2 per cent in total retail trade […]

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Kıbrıs 10.02.2026 08:09

Police arrest seven in overnight operation, 69 booked for speeding

The police continued their overnight operations in key urban areas on Monday, resulting in seven arrests for various offences, including causing serious bodily harm, illegal entry into the Republic and the illegal possession of property and drugs. They also pulled over vehicles and checked 565 drivers and passengers. The police reported 176 people for various […]

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