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26 August, 2025
 

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Cyprus launches crucial tax reform study, President says

Cyprus launches crucial tax reform study, President says

A study on the level of chargeable income tax is in progress, as part of the wider effort over a tax reform in Cyprus, President Christodoulides said on Thursday afternoon....

Russia's influence tactics exposed in EU election probe

Russia's influence tactics exposed in EU election probe

Less than two months before European voters in 27 countries take part in EU Parliament elections, Belgium says it is investigating pro-Russian networks that are trying to influence the vote....

House President condemns Azerbaijan's collaboration plans

House President condemns Azerbaijan's collaboration plans

The President of Cyprus' House of Representatives, Annita Demetriou, is taking action against Azerbaijan's plan to collaborate with the ''parliament'' of the illegal regime in Turkish-occupied Cyprus. ...

Lagarde signals Eurozone interest rate drop in June

Lagarde signals Eurozone interest rate drop in June

The President of the European Central Bank, Christine Lagarde, has hinted at the possibility of a rate cut in June, citing the need for more data......

European elections add twist to Cyprus polls

European elections add twist to Cyprus polls

On June 9, Cyprus goes to the polls in the most complicated elections in its history as the European elections and the local government elections are held in parallel, following the reform passed by the Parliament....

Israeli defense on high alert amid Iran's 48-hour warning

Israeli defense on high alert amid Iran's 48-hour warning

A US official is quoted as saying that Israel is preparing for a direct attack from Iran — “possibly on Israeli soil” — in the next 24 to 48 hours, citing American intelligence reports. ...

Workplace harassment hits 1 in 3, EU report finds

Workplace harassment hits 1 in 3, EU report finds

A third of sexual harassment occurs in the workplace, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides said at an event organised by Cyprus Workers......

SPP Media Group building lit up in support of Christodoula March

SPP Media Group building lit up in support of Christodoula March

For the 49th consecutive year, the Cyprus Cancer Society is organizing the Christodoula March, the largest campaign aimed at raising awareness among Cypriot society about cancer-related issues....

Multinational cooperation shines in Cyprus' ''Argonaut 2024'' exercise

Multinational cooperation shines in Cyprus' ''Argonaut 2024'' exercise

In a significant milestone today, the ''Argonaut 2024'' exercise concluded successfully, meeting the objectives outlined by the Minister of Defense. ...

President calls emergency National Security Council meeting

President calls emergency National Security Council meeting

President Nicos Christodoulides has called for an emergency meeting of Cyprus's National Security Council (NSC) to address recent migration flows and regional developments....

Assistant Secretary Rena Bitter to visit Nicosia

Assistant Secretary Rena Bitter to visit Nicosia

Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Rena Bitter will travel April 11-19 to Nicosia, Frankfurt, Bucharest, and Sofia, the US State Department said on Thursday in a media note....

Explosion hits Nicosia motorcycle shop

Explosion hits Nicosia motorcycle shop

An explosion rocked a motorcycle shop in Nicosia in the early hours of Friday, April 12th....

Don't let the rain dampen your spirits

Don't let the rain dampen your spirits

Happy Friday, folks! Let's kick off the weekend with a peek at what Mother Nature has in store for us. Weak low pressure is taking charge of the area, so get ready for some interesting weather antics!...

Children can now testify remotely, making them feel safe

Children can now testify remotely, making them feel safe

In a significant development, children can now testify as e-witnesses in cases of sexual violence, a remarkable achievement facilitated by ''The Children's House'' in Nicosia. ...

ECB President welcomes Cyprus' new Central Bank Governor

ECB President welcomes Cyprus' new Central Bank Governor

The President of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde welcomed on Thursday the new Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus Christodoulos Patsalides to the ECB Governing Council....

European Ministers support Cyprus' migration initiative on Syria

European Ministers support Cyprus' migration initiative on Syria

Danish Immigration Minister Kaare Dybvad Bek and Czech Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Vít Rakušan have expressed support for the proposal by Cyprus Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou ...

O.J. Simpson, former football star and actor, dies at 76

O.J. Simpson, former football star and actor, dies at 76

O.J. Simpson, the former football star and actor famously acquitted of murder charges in a highly publicized trial, has passed away at the age of 76 after battling cancer, ...

Polish interest peaks as Famagusta tourism draws attention

Polish interest peaks as Famagusta tourism draws attention

There is an increased interest in organized trips from Poland, in the free area of Famagusta, the Famagusta Tourist Development and Promotion Company, which participated in an exhibition recently organized in Poland, notes in a press release....

EU's new migration pact gains Cyprus approval

EU's new migration pact gains Cyprus approval

The new Migration and Asylum Pact, the European Parliament approved on Wednesday, is ''an important step'' Cyprus’ Interior Ministry says in a statement, released on Thursday....

Cyprus President to join EU leaders in Vienna for high-stakes dinner

Cyprus President to join EU leaders in Vienna for high-stakes dinner

President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, is going to Vienna on Friday, where he will participate in a working dinner with a group of leaders......

WHO-Led European Health Summit convenes in Limassol

WHO-Led European Health Summit convenes in Limassol

Health and Deputy Health Ministers from 13 European states, including Malta, Luxembourg, Andorra, San Marino, Iceland, Monaco, Montenegro, Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, Moldova, North Macedonia, and Cyprus...

Electricity bills to rise by 2.5% in April

Electricity bills to rise by 2.5% in April

An increase of 2.5% is expected in electricity bills for April compared to March. Christina Papadopoulou, the Press Spokeswoman for the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC), explained to...

Israeli strike kills Hamas leader's sons amid cease-fire talks

Israeli strike kills Hamas leader's sons amid cease-fire talks

Israeli aircraft carried out a strike in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of three sons of Hamas' top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh. The attack also claimed the lives of four of Haniyeh's grandchildren, according to Hamas....

Social media 'like' sparks physical assault

Social media 'like' sparks physical assault

What began as a routine social media gesture spiraled into chaos in the serene streets of Kissonerga, Paphos Province, on Wednesday night, culminating in a brutal assault that left one man nursing serious injuries....

From resort to restricted: Varosha's story unveiled

From resort to restricted: Varosha's story unveiled

A new documentary titled ''Varosha European Fenced-off City'' is shedding light on the enduring plight of Varosha, a once-thriving Mediterranean resort turned military zone, forbidden to European citizens for the past five decades....

Fury over diplomat's illegal parking stirs debate

Fury over diplomat's illegal parking stirs debate

A photo capturing a diplomat's vehicle parked in a disabled parking space has ignited a debate in Cyprus over parking violations and penalties....

Politico: Greek companies under scrutiny in EU fund fraud probe

Politico: Greek companies under scrutiny in EU fund fraud probe

Greek authorities, alongside the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), are delving into allegations of fraud concerning the allocation of €2.5 billion in EU funds to just 10 companies in Greece. ...

Israel fast-tracks Sea Interconnector Project

Israel fast-tracks Sea Interconnector Project

Israel’s authorities requested the acceleration of procedures for the implementation of the Great Sea Interconnector project (Greece-Cyprus-Israel), in the section of the Cyprus-Israel power linkup....

UAE pledges $15 million for Cyprus-Gaza maritime aid

UAE pledges $15 million for Cyprus-Gaza maritime aid

The United Arab Emirates announced the allocation of USD 15 million in support of the ''Amalthea Fund,'' which the Republic of Cyprus announced to support the maritime corridor initiative between Cyprus and the Gaza Strip....

EU Parliament votes for clearer labels on breakfast foods

EU Parliament votes for clearer labels on breakfast foods

In a move aimed at empowering consumers and promoting healthier choices, the European Parliament has greenlit updated regulations governing breakfast staples such as honey, fruit juice, jam, and marmalades....

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