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14 May, 2026
 

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Cuellar's Ankara meetings highlight shift in Turkish policy

Cuellar's Ankara meetings highlight shift in Turkish policy

Maria-Angela Olguin Cuegiar embarked on a diplomatic journey to Turkey following her visit to Athens, marking a pivotal step in her ''go-and-return'' diplomacy initiative, which she launched after her stay in Cyprus....

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Cloudy skies and sporadic showers

Cloudy skies and sporadic showers

Weather forecasters predict intermittent clouds today with isolated showers and the possibility of isolated thunderstorms, mainly in the western half of the island. Localized showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected later in the day, particularly in the eastern half of Cyprus....

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Government courts global investors in ambitious growth push

Government courts global investors in ambitious growth push

In a bid to position Cyprus as an enticing destination for foreign investments, the President of the Republic addressed a gathering of over 100 foreign investors and companies at the Presidential Palace. ...

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Extradition of Turkish Cypriot lawyer sparks cross-community tensions

Extradition of Turkish Cypriot lawyer sparks cross-community tensions

In a development causing tensions between the communities, the extradition and imminent transfer of Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kursat from Italy to Cyprus has become the focal point of news coverage. ...

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Turkish Cypriot footballer scores pro deal with Omonoia

Turkish Cypriot footballer scores pro deal with Omonoia

In a landmark moment for Turkish Cypriot football, 18-year-old Tahsin Ozler has secured his first professional contract with Omonia, extending his tenure with the club until the close of the 2026/27 season. ...

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''Snow-my-gosh!'' It's a winter wonderland!

''Snow-my-gosh!'' It's a winter wonderland!

Hold on to your winter hats – Troodos, the fashionista of Cyprus mountains, decided it's time to flaunt its snowy ensemble! After a cozy rendezvous with "Avgi" last week,...

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Farmers rev up tractors in protest against EU agricultural policies

Farmers rev up tractors in protest against EU agricultural policies

In the third such demonstration within eight months, Cypriot farmers steered their tractors through city streets, protesting against what they perceive as the European Union's misguided policies in the common agricultural policy....

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Biden misnames Merkel and Macron, stumbles over words in gaffe-filled week

Biden misnames Merkel and Macron, stumbles over words in gaffe-filled week

President Joe Biden has made a series of embarrassing slips of the tongue this week, confusing the names of dead and living world leaders and stumbling over his words. ...

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Los Angeles battles devastating mudslides after record-breaking storm

Los Angeles battles devastating mudslides after record-breaking storm

The aftermath of one of the wettest storms in southern California's history has left Los Angeles grappling with the devastating aftermath, as at least 475 mudslides have been reported across the city....

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Cyprus sham marriage ring results in 15 arrests, 21 still wanted

Cyprus sham marriage ring results in 15 arrests, 21 still wanted

In a significant development, the investigation into the sham marriage ring in Cyprus has expanded, according to Police spokesman Christos Andreou. ...

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Transport Minister unveils €36.5M EV subsidy scheme

Transport Minister unveils €36.5M EV subsidy scheme

Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis unveiled a new €36.5 million electric vehicle subsidy scheme on Thursday, financed by the EU's Recovery and Resilience Mechanism....

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Christodoulides and Egypt's FM Shoukry discuss common challenges

Christodoulides and Egypt's FM Shoukry discuss common challenges

President Nikos Christodoulides and Egypt’s Foreign Affairs Minister Sameh Shoukry have discussed close coordination on facing common issues, the Egyptian FM’s spokesperson said on Thursday....

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Cabinet moves forward with plan to support Cyprus entrepreneurs

Cabinet moves forward with plan to support Cyprus entrepreneurs

Cyprus is gearing to set up a National Development Organisation which coupled with the Cyprus Equity Fund will promote entrepreneurship by covering financing gaps for small and medium-sized enterprises and start-ups, Minister of Finance Makis Keravnos said on Wednesday....

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Moody's sees positive shift in Cyprus economy

Moody's sees positive shift in Cyprus economy

In a webinar panel discussion hosted by the Cyprus Economic Society, Haiko Peters, Vice President and Senior Analyst at Moody's Sovereign Risk Group, emphasized sustained improvements in the Cypriot economy....

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15-year-old stabbed in Nicosia knife attack

15-year-old stabbed in Nicosia knife attack

Authorities are currently investigating a serious altercation involving the injury of a minor with a knife, as reported by the police. ...

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Kremlin bars anti-war candidate in upcoming election

Kremlin bars anti-war candidate in upcoming election

Russian authorities have barred Boris Nadezhdin, the sole anti-war presidential campaigner, from running against Vladimir Putin in the upcoming election....

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Prisons department takes action following attempts to smuggle contraband

Prisons department takes action following attempts to smuggle contraband

The Prisons Department in Cyprus has heightened security measures following recent incidents involving the attempted smuggling of mobile phones and drugs into the prison area. ...

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Well-known businessman with criminal history shot dead in Mandra

Well-known businessman with criminal history shot dead in Mandra

The charred body of a man believed to be Christos Gialias, a well-known businessman with ties to soccer was found in a vehicle in the West Attica suburb of Mandra on Wednesday afternoon, police have said....

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Police apprehend teens for store vandalism in Nicosia

Police apprehend teens for store vandalism in Nicosia

Police arrested two 16-year-old individuals late Wednesday night in Nicosia as they were vandalizing stores along a central street in the city....

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Minister highlights smallest resident population at Pournara

Minister highlights smallest resident population at Pournara

The outlook for Cyprus in relation to migration is positive, as in 2023 a 46% reduction in irregular migrant applications and a 66% increase in returns have been achieved, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou said on Wednesday....

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MPs question RIK's handling of political participation in television panels

MPs question RIK's handling of political participation in television panels

The unchecked involvement of politicians, notably candidates during election cycles, in RIK broadcasts became a focal point in the Cyprus Parliament....

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Government to receive €1.2B for green transition and resilience plan

Government to receive €1.2B for green transition and resilience plan

Cyprus is set to receive a total of 1.2 billion euros from the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP). ...

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Cloudy spells with possible showers

Cloudy spells with possible showers

Today, intermittent cloudiness is expected with chances of isolated light showers. ...

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Cyprus embarks on €8 billion growth spree with major projects

Cyprus embarks on €8 billion growth spree with major projects

In a recent press release, the Association of Large Investment Projects affirmed that Cyprus is poised for sustained economic growth, with a portfolio of major projects exceeding €8 billion. ...

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Shifting tides as President sees changing voter sentiments in recent poll

Shifting tides as President sees changing voter sentiments in recent poll

In a recent survey conducted by Red Wolf PR & Advertising, discontent with the performance of President Nicos Christodoulides has emerged, signaling a shift in public sentiment just one year after his election. ...

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Amateur UK photographer's arctic encounter wins prestigious Wildlife Award

Amateur UK photographer's arctic encounter wins prestigious Wildlife Award

Nima Sarikhani, an amateur photographer from the UK, clinched the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year award with his captivating snapshot capturing a polar bear snoozing in a makeshift bed carved into a small iceberg off Norway's Svalbard archipelago. ...

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Tucker Carlson's exclusive interview with Putin sparks controversy

Tucker Carlson's exclusive interview with Putin sparks controversy

Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson has conducted a one-on-one interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, marking Putin's first interview with a Western journalist since the escalation of the Ukraine conflict....

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Cyprus establishes committee to combat coastal marine pollution

Cyprus establishes committee to combat coastal marine pollution

The Council of Ministers has greenlit the creation of a committee dedicated to tackling marine pollution along the coasts of Cyprus. Tasked with decision-making on response measures and pollution prevention, the committee aims to enhance coordination among relevant authorities for effective solutions....

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German president Steinmeier embarks on first ever state visit to Cyprus

German president Steinmeier embarks on first ever state visit to Cyprus

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will carry out a state visit to Cyprus between 11-13 February at the invitation of the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides....

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Fallout from Boeing 737 MAX 9 door panel incident, bolts missing

Fallout from Boeing 737 MAX 9 door panel incident, bolts missing

A door panel detachment from a Boeing 737 MAX 9 jet mid-flight on January 5 has raised significant safety alarms, with a preliminary report from U.S. investigators shedding light on the concerning incident. ...

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