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29 June, 2026
 

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Ex-official sued over fraud allegations and damaging audit report

Ex-official sued over fraud allegations and damaging audit report

A legal battle has erupted in Cyprus, with the former Commissioner for the Development of Mountain Communities, Giannakis Papadouris, and V.V. Lampadistis Wineries Limited filing a lawsuit against Odysseus Michaelides....

Cyprus secures €115 million in second payment under EU recovery plan

Cyprus secures €115 million in second payment under EU recovery plan

Cyprus has received its second payment under the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), with €115 million granted after successfully fulfilling 37 out of 38 agreed milestones....

Cyprus hits 2.16% US visa refusal rate

Cyprus hits 2.16% US visa refusal rate

Cyprus is stepping closer to a big travel milestone: visa-free trips to the U.S. are becoming a real possibility! ...

Thanksgiving travel in the US hits record highs

Thanksgiving travel in the US hits record highs

Thanksgiving is here, and so is the great American tradition of traveling to be with loved ones. ...

Mostly clear skies with a frosty evening ahead

Mostly clear skies with a frosty evening ahead

Good morning! Expect a mostly clear day with some occasional local clouds popping by to keep things interesting....

This Christmas don’t compromise with your gifts! Get a new smartphone and 5G Unlimited plan, with total benefit of up to €620 from Epic!

This Christmas don’t compromise with your gifts! Get a new smartphone and 5G Unlimited plan, with total benefit of up to €620 from Epic!

At Christmas you get all kinds of gifts: ‘cute’ socks, ‘funny’ mugs, stuff you already have and don’t need… still, you’ll smile and say ‘Thank you!’...

Cyprus and Greece forge closer ties in historic meeting

Cyprus and Greece forge closer ties in historic meeting

President Nikos Christodoulides described the second intergovernmental meeting between Cyprus and Greece as a historic milestone. For the first time, 14 Greek Cabinet ministers joined their Cypriot counterparts in Nicosia, reflecting the deepening collaboration between the two nations....

22 million users cut off as Europe's largest piracy ring busted

22 million users cut off as Europe's largest piracy ring busted

In a sweeping operation spanning multiple countries, Italian police dismantled a massive illegal streaming network that served more than 22 million users across Europe. Dubbed ''Operation Takendown''...

Rising screen time among Cypriot teens sparks concern

Rising screen time among Cypriot teens sparks concern

A new survey has raised alarms over the growing dependence on digital devices among adolescents in Cyprus, with nearly half of young people reporting constant online contact....

Bomb explosion targets vehicles in Germasogeia

Bomb explosion targets vehicles in Germasogeia

A bomb exploded in a garage in the Panioti area of Germasogeia late on Tuesday night, November 26, sparking a fire that destroyed multiple vehicles. ...

Ancient maritime trade between Cyprus and Palestine unearthed

Ancient maritime trade between Cyprus and Palestine unearthed

In the summer of 2024, an excavation led by New York University at Maniki Harbour, near Agios Georgios Pegeias in Paphos, uncovered significant evidence of maritime trade connections between Cyprus and South Palestine in the 6th century AD...

Cyprus NATO membership unlikely as Turkey asserts veto rights

Cyprus NATO membership unlikely as Turkey asserts veto rights

Cyprus’ prospects for NATO membership appear dim, with Turkish Ambassador Ulutç Özülker and other prominent Turkish figures emphasizing Ankara's veto power. ...

Partly cloudy skies with isolated showers and chilly nights

Partly cloudy skies with isolated showers and chilly nights

Today, weak low pressure is influencing our area. Skies will be partly cloudy, with the chance of isolated showers—mainly along the northern coast early in the day and later shifting to the mountains. ...

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire now in effect after 13 months of conflict

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire now in effect after 13 months of conflict

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect early Wednesday, starting at 4 a.m. local time (2 a.m. UK time). ...

GM and Cadillac gear up for Formula 1 debut in 2026

GM and Cadillac gear up for Formula 1 debut in 2026

In an exciting development for motorsport fans, General Motors and Cadillac have reached an agreement in principle to enter Formula 1 as an 11th team starting in 2026. ...

Snow blankets Troodos Mountains: Ski season is nearly here

Snow blankets Troodos Mountains: Ski season is nearly here

The first snowfall has transformed the Troodos Mountains into a stunning winter wonderland, setting the stage for the upcoming ski season. With snow now covering the peaks, it’s just a matter of time before the slopes are ready for skiing....

Did Angela Merkel misjudge Germany's dependence on Russian gas?

Did Angela Merkel misjudge Germany's dependence on Russian gas?

In her memoir ''Freedom'', Angela Merkel reflects on her 16-year tenure as German chancellor, offering insights into her political approach and the global crises that defined her leadership....

Schinas slams two-state solution as ''delusion'' with no European support

Schinas slams two-state solution as ''delusion'' with no European support

In a speech before the European Parliament, outgoing European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas delivered a firm message regarding the Cyprus problem, emphasizing that any hopes of resolving the issue through a two-state solution are misguided....

Government faces labor strikes as key sectors demand action

Government faces labor strikes as key sectors demand action

Cyprus is grappling with escalating labor unrest in its most crucial industries, as healthcare, construction, and tourism workers push for long-standing demands. ...

Doctors’ strike disrupts public hospitals across the island

Doctors’ strike disrupts public hospitals across the island

Public hospitals across Cyprus are grappling with disruptions today as a 48-hour strike by government doctors gets underway. ...

Brrr! Cyprus shivers as winter chill persists

Brrr! Cyprus shivers as winter chill persists

Brace yourselves—it’s another chilly day across the island as a lingering cold air mass continues to make its presence felt....

Sparkle, joy and enthusiasm at Alphamega Hypermarkets’ Christmas tree lighting ceremony

Sparkle, joy and enthusiasm at Alphamega Hypermarkets’ Christmas tree lighting ceremony

Christmas magic came to life at Alphamega Hypermarkets, as the chain welcomed the most joyous season of the year with festive lights and joy. ...

Baby seal ''Panagis'' rescued after losing its mother (video)

Baby seal ''Panagis'' rescued after losing its mother (video)

A heartwarming rescue mission has brought hope to the Cypriot seas as baby seal ''Panagis'' was saved after the death of its mother due to complications during birth....

Major cocaine bust in Cyprus, 30kg found in cargo shipment

Major cocaine bust in Cyprus, 30kg found in cargo shipment

A large quantity of drugs was discovered by members of the Cyprus Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) following a tip-off and investigation. Authorities seized a total of 30 kilograms of mixed-weight cocaine, found inside a carry-on bag within a shipping container....

Opening doors to the American dream: U.S. hosts NCAA event for Cypriot families

Opening doors to the American dream: U.S. hosts NCAA event for Cypriot families

When people talk about the growing U.S. presence in Cyprus, the conversation often turns to big-picture topics—defense programs like Cyclops, humanitarian aid for Gaza, or strategic partnerships....

Cypriots protest against island's growing role as foreign military base (pics)

Cypriots protest against island's growing role as foreign military base (pics)

On Sunday, over 500 people gathered in Larnaca for a protest organized by the Pancyprian Peace Council (PPC), alongside other local groups and organizations....

Cyprus moves closer to NATO, talks begin on permanent U.S. military presence

Cyprus moves closer to NATO, talks begin on permanent U.S. military presence

According to an article written by Lena Argyris, Cyprus is strategically positioning itself for a potential future membership in NATO,...

Unrelenting winds batter Cyprus, Nicosia hit hardest

Unrelenting winds batter Cyprus, Nicosia hit hardest

Unusually strong winds that swept across Cyprus since Sunday have caused widespread disruption, with Nicosia bearing the brunt of the damage....

Wild winds and stormy seas as Cyprus braces for unusual winter surge

Wild winds and stormy seas as Cyprus braces for unusual winter surge

A peculiar weather system has swept across Cyprus, bringing unusually strong gusts of cold wind to the island. However, conditions are expected to gradually improve starting tomorrow as the cold air mass begins to recede....

Cypriot policeman investigated for allegations of necrophilia at British bases morgue

Cypriot policeman investigated for allegations of necrophilia at British bases morgue

A shocking crime investigation is underway involving a Cypriot policeman working for the British Bases, who has been accused of engaging in necrophilic acts with corpses at the Base morgue...

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