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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 16:43

Ministries clash over proposed guide dog bill at House committee

A proposal to grant institutional recognition to guide dogs triggered sharp disagreements on Monday during discussions at the House human rights committee. The bill, submitted by Ecologist MP Charalambos Theopemptou, seeks to fill what MPs described as a ‘clear legislative gap’, with similar frameworks already in place in at least 20 EU member states. The […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 16:42

Deputy minister calls for infrastructure upgrades to boost Limassol tourism

Limassol remains a highly competitive Mediterranean tourist destination but must continue improving its infrastructure and services, Deputy Tourism Minister Kostas Koumis said on Monday after meeting local authorities and industry stakeholders in the city. Koumis chaired a meeting at the Limassol Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Evel) attended by representatives of the Limassol regional tourism […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 16:42

Taiwan to remain ‘firmly rooted’ despite US investment pressure

It would be “impossible” to move 40 per cent of Taiwan’s semiconductor capacity to the US, the island’s top tariff negotiator said, pushing back against recent comments by American officials who called for a major production shift. In an interview with Taiwanese television channel CTS that was broadcast late on Sunday, Taiwan Vice Premier Cheng […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 16:36

Collapsed Isias hotel convict asks for release to go on Hajj

Bilal Balci, a former municipal civil engineer at Turkey’s Adiyaman municipality, who was last month handed a ten-year suspended prison sentence and released on bail conditions for his role in the collapse of the city’s Isias hotel, on Monday requested to be released from those conditions to be able to go on the Hajj. A […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 16:21

More than 70 per cent of Cypriots are pro-EU, says Christodoulides

Forging a connection between the European Union and its citizens is of fundamental importance and will be made a priority during Cyprus’ EU Council presidency, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Monday. “Public support for the EU in Cyprus exceeds 70 per cent, one of the highest in the European Union,” Christodoulides said. Delivering a speech […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 15:42

Paphos appoints new interim municipal secretary

Anastasia Routi-Eleftheriadi was on Monday appointed as the Paphos municipality’s interim municipal secretary as the town’s council returns to work following the suspension of mayor Phedonas Phedonos last week. Routi-Eleftheriadi was nominated by acting mayor Angelos Onisiforou, and won the votes of 11 council members. Ten councillors voted for the position to be filled on […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 15:38

Mystery of breaking medals baffles Olympic organisers

Whether gold, silver or bronze, there is one thing Milano Cortina Winter Olympics medals have in common: they can break. Games organisers on Monday said they have launched an investigation into a spate of mishaps that have left Olympic medallists, including American downhill skiing champion Breezy Johnson, sporting a cracked and chipped medal. “We are […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 15:36

Cyprus ‘obliged’ to agree to send Aykut to Israel

The Republic of Cyprus is obliged to agree to transfer Israeli prisoner Simon Aykut to the country of which he holds citizenship to serve out the remainder of his sentence, Justice Minister Costas Fitiris said on Monday. “Israel has requested the transfer of Simon Aykut to Israel to serve his sentence there. We have an […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 15:30

Growing through sharing traditions with the world

By Karen Taylor Living in the most open period in history, the young generation in China have grown up confident, hopeful and responsible. They are not alone, opportunities abound for young people around the world to realise their ambitions. This is not entirely due to the internet, but it does bring the rest of the […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:59

Eurobank completes share buyback worth €7.37 million

Eurobank on Monday announced that it repurchased 1,761,170 of its own shares on the Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX) during the period from February 2, 2026 to February 6, 2026, as part of its approved share buyback programme. The announcement follows the commencement of the share buyback programme, which was initially disclosed on December 12, 2025. […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:49

Thailand long-stay visa options for Muay Thai training in 2026: What paperwork actually gets approved

I coach in Bangkok, and the visa question comes up so often that it’s basically part of the warmup now. Somebody finishes their first week, starts feeling good, then hits me with the same line: “Kru, how do I stay longer to train?” That’s exactly why Muay Thai Visa Thailand (MTVT) exists—because training is the […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:42

Christodoulides and Mitsotakis discuss Cyprus problem ahead of Ankara talks

President Nikos Christodoulides spoke by telephone with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday as Athens and Nicosia step up coordination on the Cyprus issue ahead of Mitsotakis’ meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara. According to a written statement by government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis, the two leaders exchanged views and assessed current […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:33

Thousands protest over Israeli President Herzog’s visit to Australia

Thousands gathered across Australia on Monday to protest over the arrival of Israeli President Isaac Herzog, who is on a multi-city trip aimed at expressing solidarity with Australia’s Jewish community following a deadly mass shooting last year. Herzog is visiting Australia this week following an invitation from Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in the aftermath […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:30

Kremlin says fuel situation in Cuba is critical, accuses US of ‘suffocating’ island

The Kremlin said on Monday that the fuel situation in Cuba, which has unveiled a plan to protect essential services and ration fuel, was critical and that U.S. attempts to “suffocate” the island’s economy were causing many difficulties. Cuba detailed its plans to navigate the deepening crisis on Friday as the communist-run government dug in […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:26

53 migrants dead or missing after boat capsizes off Libya

Fifty-three migrants, including two babies, were dead or missing after a rubber boat carrying 55 people capsised off the coast of Libya, the International Organisation for Migration said on Monday. The boat departed from Zawiya on Thursday and then overturned off Zuwara on Friday, the IOM said in a statement, citing the survivors. Zawiya and […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:16

Jumbo shareholders approve €0.50 per share extraordinary payout

Retail group Jumbo S.A. has announced that shareholders approved an extraordinary cash distribution of €0.50 per share during a general meeting held earlier this month. The payment corresponds to a total €67.18 million and comes from extraordinary reserves based on taxed and undistributed profits of the 2022 and 2023 financial years. After a 5 per […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:10

CFA Society Cyprus moves to bridge gap between academia and industry

CFA Society Cyprus is focusing on professional development, ethics and outreach in 2026, according to Constantinos Kourouyiannis, CFA, President of CFA Society Cyprus, who outlined the organisation’s priorities for the year. Kourouyiannis said the society “is guided by a clear vision: to advance the investment profession in Cyprus and empower its members to achieve their […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 14:07

Foody courier faces military court after accidentally crossing into the north

A Bangladeshi food delivery rider working in Nicosia is due to appear before a military court in the north after inadvertently crossing the divide while trying to deliver an order, his employer confirmed on Monday. Hasan Kibria, a motorcycle courier employed by Foody, crossed into the north on Thursday, January 29, after being misdirected by […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 13:58

‘Selective justice’ under scrutiny regarding Annie Alexui allegations

Questions over selective scrutiny within the justice system intensified on Monday, as lawyer Simos Angelides publicly lambasted the police’s handling of social media personality Annie Alexui’s allegations, contrasting swift action in the case of Phedonas Phedonos with apparent inertia involving other senior officials. Justice Minister Costas Fitiris at a press conference on Monday assured that […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 13:40

Cyprus trade deficit widens to €8 billion despite export surge

Cyprus closed 2025 with a wider trade deficit, as a sharp rise in exports in December failed to offset a notable drop in imports over the same month, according to foreign trade figures released on Monday. Specifically, the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) reported that the total imports of goods in December 2025 stood at €1.20 […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 13:34

Illegal restaurant shut in Paphos, four arrested

More than €20,000 in cash were seized during the raid of a restaurant in the old town of Paphos, which saw four people arrested on Sunday night. The police said that 65 people were located inside the premises operating illegally. The search resulted in the arrest of a 42-year-old man, who was allegedly managing the […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 13:30

Four documentaries to watch instead of Melania

Last week Amazon released its corporate bribe – excuse me, I meant documentary – featuring the United States’ First Lady Melania Trump. It could have been a heartwarming story about an immigrant coming to the US and living her dream, but talking positively about immigrants is not exactly encouraged in the Trump administration right now. […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 13:29

London event brings founders and investors closer to innovation networks

A joint technology and startup networking event was held in London last week, as non-profit organisation Cyprus Seeds and venture capital firm 33East brought together founders, researchers and investors to strengthen ties within the global Cypriot innovation community. The event marked the first joint initiative between Cyprus Seeds and 33East, signalling closer collaboration in their […]

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Kıbrıs 09.02.2026 13:29

Water cut risk looms after fault hits Larnaca desalination plant

A temporary reduction in the supply of water may be felt in Nicosia, Larnaca and Famagusta after a technical fault at the Larnaca desalination plant, the water development department cautioned on Monday. The problem occurred over the weekend and reduced the quantities of drinking water delivered to municipalities. The department affirmed efforts were under way […]

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