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AI-designed universal vaccine tested in humans for first time (video)

AI-designed universal vaccine tested in humans for first time (video)

Scientists in the UK have tested a new kind of vaccine in people for the first time, and part of it wasn’t designed by humans at all, but by artificial intelligence....

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Mortgage-to-Rent scheme gets 180 new applications, but is it picking up?

Mortgage-to-Rent scheme gets 180 new applications, but is it picking up?

The ''Rent Instead of Installment'' scheme, also known as ''Mortgage to Rent,'' has reopened, allowing more borrowers to apply....

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Four, including two businessmen, arrested in Larnaca and Nicosia for extortion, fraud

Four, including two businessmen, arrested in Larnaca and Nicosia for extortion, fraud

Four people have been arrested in Cyprus as police investigate what they describe as a wide-ranging case involving alleged organized crime, extortion, fraud and weapons offenses spanning several years....

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11 arrested as police step up overnight raids and traffic checks across urban areas

11 arrested as police step up overnight raids and traffic checks across urban areas

Police arrested 11 people overnight across urban areas in a series of coordinated operations targeting crime, traffic violations and public disorder....

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Deutsche Bank sees Greek banks as takeover targets, with Bank of Cyprus in view

Deutsche Bank sees Greek banks as takeover targets, with Bank of Cyprus in view

Greek banks are attractive targets for mergers and acquisitions, according to Deutsche Bank, with Eurobank and Piraeus Bank standing out in particular. The bank also suggests that Bank of Cyprus could be a potential target for National Bank of Greece....

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ECB set for two rate hikes this year, what it means for Cypriots

ECB set for two rate hikes this year, what it means for Cypriots

The war in Iran may be happening hundreds of kilometers away, but for many people in Cyprus, its effects could soon be felt much closer to home, in their electricity bills, supermarket receipts, and even their mortgage payments....

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Wednesday forecast: Summer's settled into a familiar rhythm

Wednesday forecast: Summer's settled into a familiar rhythm

If Cyprus weather had a summer routine, it would look a lot like this: sunshine takes centre stage, the mountains get a little dramatic in the afternoon, and everyone pretends they're surprised when a thunderstorm suddenly appears....

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Cyprus court orders confiscation of Jho Low’s €6 million Ayia Napa villa

Cyprus court orders confiscation of Jho Low’s €6 million Ayia Napa villa

A Cyprus court has ordered the confiscation of a luxury villa in Ayia Napa linked to fugitive financier Jho Low, marking the first time authorities have secured the seizure of assets in a domestic case without obtaining a criminal conviction....

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Man loses €90,000 in fake online car sale

Man loses €90,000 in fake online car sale

Police in Limassol are investigating an online fraud case after a 59-year-old man was allegedly deceived into transferring €90,000 for a vehicle that never existed....

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23-year-old undergoes surgery after stabbing in Limassol

23-year-old undergoes surgery after stabbing in Limassol

Police are investigating a violent incident in the Kato Polemidia area of Limassol after a 23-year-old man was found with a serious abdominal injury on Tuesday afternoon....

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EU unveils 21st round of sanctions against Russia

EU unveils 21st round of sanctions against Russia

The European Commission has proposed a new package of sanctions targeting Russia, expanding restrictions across energy, finance, trade and fisheries. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the measures on Tuesday, describing them as part of the EU's continued response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine....

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Suspected meat smuggling from government-controlled areas to occupied north

Suspected meat smuggling from government-controlled areas to occupied north

Authorities in the occupied north intercepted a vehicle carrying nearly two tonnes of meat and detained the driver as part of an investigation into the shipment....

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From the Success of Limassol Del Mar to the Legendary Collaboration

From the Success of Limassol Del Mar to the Legendary Collaboration

For over 6 decades, the Leptos Group has played a defining role in shaping the modern image and international positioning of Cyprus through pioneering developments, long-term investments, and a vision centered around extroversion, innovation, quality, and global standards across multiple sectors. Through Real estate development, Ηospitality, Εducation and Ηealthcare,the Leptos Group continues to strengthen Cyprus’ competitiveness and presence in international markets....

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Pippi Longstocking and the Moomins in Cyprus? Yes, and the kids absolutely loved it

Pippi Longstocking and the Moomins in Cyprus? Yes, and the kids absolutely loved it

I’ll be honest, when I first heard about this, I didn’t think many kids in Cyprus would even know who Pippi Longstocking or the Moomins were....

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Bank of Cyprus named the Best Bank in Cyprus in Global Finance’s World’s Best Banks Awards 2026

Bank of Cyprus named the Best Bank in Cyprus in Global Finance’s World’s Best Banks Awards 2026

Global Finance, one of the leading international publications focused on banking and finance, has named Bank of Cyprus the Best Bank in Cyprus in its World’s Best Banks Awards 2026....

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Man wanted after nearly €10 million worth of jewelry allegedly vanishes

Man wanted after nearly €10 million worth of jewelry allegedly vanishes

Police in Limassol are searching for a 54-year-old man after a jewelry businessman reported that luxury items worth almost €10 million had allegedly disappeared....

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New affordable homes rise, but residents raise concerns over nearby pylons

New affordable homes rise, but residents raise concerns over nearby pylons

For many young couples in Cyprus, owning a home can feel increasingly out of reach. Rising property prices, high rents and limited housing options have turned what was once considered a basic life milestone into a growing challenge....

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Chinese film week lights up Cyprus with cinema and culture

Chinese film week lights up Cyprus with cinema and culture

Nicosia is about to get a taste of Chinese cinema, and not just a quiet screening or two, but a full-on Chinese Film Week in Cyprus, complete with red carpets, cultural exchanges, and a packed lineup of films running across the island....

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Cyprus and Europe's unfinished question

Cyprus and Europe's unfinished question

Jean-Claude Juncker has with Cyprus what he himself describes as “a long-standing friendship.” A relationship that dates back to the earliest days of European enlargement and led him to follow the Cypriot question for more than a quarter of a century,...

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Major cocaine and weapons haul uncovered in Larnaca home raid (images)

Major cocaine and weapons haul uncovered in Larnaca home raid (images)

A routine court-approved search at a home in Larnaca quickly escalated into a major drug and weapons investigation after authorities say they uncovered more than 3 kilograms of cocaine, a shotgun, cash and a stockpile of fireworks....

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EU defense talks in Nicosia put Cyprus at the center of Europe’s security debate

EU defense talks in Nicosia put Cyprus at the center of Europe’s security debate

EU defense ministers meeting in Nicosia this week are discussing the bloc’s growing security challenges, military cooperation and regional instability, as Cyprus uses its EU spotlight to push for deeper European defense integration....

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Cyprus–France defense ties reach new level with military cooperation deal

Cyprus–France defense ties reach new level with military cooperation deal

A new chapter in Cyprus–France military relations has opened following the signing of a defense cooperation agreement between the two countries’ defense ministers on the sidelines of the EU Defense Ministers’ meeting held in Nicosia....

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Cyprus and Greece at center of expanding Hamas investigation

Cyprus and Greece at center of expanding Hamas investigation

The Palestinians arrested so far in Cyprus and Greece are believed to be members of an active Hamas cell, according to information emerging from the investigation....

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Tuesday forecast: Another warm day, with a twist

Tuesday forecast: Another warm day, with a twist

The weather appears to have woken up undecided today. One moment it's serving classic Cyprus sunshine, the next it's threatening to throw a dramatic little thunderstorm into the mix. We wouldn't expect anything less from June....

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Decomposed body found inside Larnaca apartment

Decomposed body found inside Larnaca apartment

Police are investigating after a body in an advanced state of decomposition was found in an apartment in Larnaca....

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Cyprus in line for €800 million in EU funding for migration and security

Cyprus in line for €800 million in EU funding for migration and security

Cyprus is expected to receive approximately €800 million from the European Union between 2028 and 2034 to support migration policy, security initiatives and border management, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou announced on Monday....

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More than 550 kilos of waste cleared from Agia Eirini beach in Kyrenia

More than 550 kilos of waste cleared from Agia Eirini beach in Kyrenia

More than 550 kilograms of litter were collected from Agia Eirini beach during a recent coastal cleanup organized by the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) in cooperation with SPOT Marine Life....

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Melanos landmark in Chloraka turned into illegal rubbish dump

Melanos landmark in Chloraka turned into illegal rubbish dump

A natural area in Chloraka has become the subject of complaints after local environmental advocates reported extensive illegal dumping in the vicinity of Melanos....

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Athienou launches plan to transform organic waste into valuable compost

Athienou launches plan to transform organic waste into valuable compost

AKTI Project and Research Centre, in collaboration with Athienou Municipality, is developing the Athienou Resilience Hub through the European NURISH project, an initiative focused on creating a circular approach to managing organic waste generated in the area....

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Paphos plans major cleanup and upgrades for Agios Antonios area

Paphos plans major cleanup and upgrades for Agios Antonios area

The Municipality of Paphos is preparing a series of improvements in the Agios Antonios tourist district, targeting long-standing issues related to cleanliness, unauthorized structures, public facilities, and lighting....

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