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05 February, 2026
 

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Unemployment edges down in January

Unemployment edges down in January

Unemployment in Cyprus continued to edge down in January, offering another small but steady sign that the job market is holding up....

Surgeries on hold as flu wave fills Cyprus hospitals

Surgeries on hold as flu wave fills Cyprus hospitals

Non-urgent surgeries may soon be postponed, and private hospital beds brought into play, as Cyprus’s public hospitals struggle to keep up with a growing wave of patients sick with the flu and other seasonal viruses....

Politics Blog: Phedonas, Annie and Cyprus's State of the Union

Politics Blog: Phedonas, Annie and Cyprus's State of the Union

The events of the past few weeks, and the clumsy way they’ve been handled, make Cyprus feel like an unguided ship, tossed around by the posts of TikTokers and influencers on our “island of saints,” while the police and Legal Service scramble to keep up....

Lidl Cyprus supports anniversary Love Dinner for ‘Arodafnousa' 50th anniversary

Lidl Cyprus supports anniversary Love Dinner for ‘Arodafnousa' 50th anniversary

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the “Arodafnousa” Palliative Care Centre, Lidl Cyprus once again confirms its long-standing commitment to humanity, by sponsoring the anniversary Love Dinner ‘Under the Lights of Love’....

Bean Bar embraces Simba Animal Aid’s stray dogs

Bean Bar embraces Simba Animal Aid’s stray dogs

This holiday season, the beloved Bean Bar chain once again proved that it offers much more than just a coffee experience....

Selling Cyprus for a single crossing point?

Selling Cyprus for a single crossing point?

“So, if you can’t even open a crossing point, how exactly do you expect to convince anyone that you genuinely want a solution to the Cyprus problem? Where will you find the courage tomorrow to agree to political equality and effective participation? ...

Corbyn: Cyprus base used to transit weapons to Israel

Corbyn: Cyprus base used to transit weapons to Israel

Cyprus is increasingly involved in the Israel-Palestine conflict, with the British base at Akrotiri reportedly serving as a transit point for weapons deliveries to Israel, according to Jeremy Corbyn, former UK Labour leader and co-founder of Your Party....

Cyprus welcomed 4.5 million tourists in 2025, most ever in a single year

Cyprus welcomed 4.5 million tourists in 2025, most ever in a single year

Cyprus welcomed a record-breaking 4.53 million visitors in 2025, marking the most successful year in the island’s tourism history. ...

Lidl Cyprus establishes a 14th salary, providing a summer leave allowance for its people

Lidl Cyprus establishes a 14th salary, providing a summer leave allowance for its people

Lidl Cyprus confirms its steady commitment to supporting and rewarding its people with benefits totaling €1 million, while simultaneously establishing a 14th salary for all its employees. This new benefit - the summer leave allowance - which will be paid in June and will be equivalent to half a month's salary, comes in addition to the Easter and Christmas bonuses that the company has been providing to its entire team for years....

€361 Million Strategic Agreement for Themis

€361 Million Strategic Agreement for Themis

Themis Portfolio Management Limited (hereinafter “Themis”) announces the execution of a servicing agreement for the management of loans and real estate assets and the provision of other services to Cyprus Asset Management Company Ltd (hereinafter “KEDIPES”) and Creditum Holdings Ltd (hereinafter “Creditum”)....

Windows into the past: Genetic analysis of Deep Maniot Greeks reveals a unique genetic time capsule

Windows into the past: Genetic analysis of Deep Maniot Greeks reveals a unique genetic time capsule

Set among rugged mountains, dramatic coastlines, and distinct stone tower houses, the Mani Peninsula of the Peloponnese, Greece, has long captivated travelers and historians....

Jumbo eyes Turkey as next step in international expansion

Jumbo eyes Turkey as next step in international expansion

Jumbo, the Greek retail giant best known for its bargain-priced toys and household goods, is quietly eyeing a move into Turkey, a step that would mark one of its most ambitious expansions yet....

Iran and US confirm Oman talks as regional military bases stay on alert

Iran and US confirm Oman talks as regional military bases stay on alert

Iran and the United States have formally confirmed they will hold direct talks on Friday morning in Oman, ending days of uncertainty as military bases across the wider region remain on heightened alert....

Deputy mayor takes charge as police guard Paphos Town Hall overnight

Deputy mayor takes charge as police guard Paphos Town Hall overnight

A police patrol remained stationed outside Paphos Municipal Hall throughout the night as authorities moved forward with investigations involving Paphos Mayor Phaedon Phaedonos, who has been placed on leave, the Interior Ministry announced....

Testimony sparks major developments in case involving Paphos mayor

Testimony sparks major developments in case involving Paphos mayor

A lengthy statement given by the woman described as the alleged victim appears to have marked a turning point in a highly serious case that has been unfolding in public view over recent days....

Thursday, February 5th: A spring fling in February with temps hitting 12°C on Troodos

Thursday, February 5th: A spring fling in February with temps hitting 12°C on Troodos

A low-pressure system is sliding in for tomorrow, and the spoiler alert is that it’s bringing our old friend dust back for a Friday reunion....

Mayors of Paphos and Lefkoniko placed on suspension

Mayors of Paphos and Lefkoniko placed on suspension

The Mayor of Paphos has been placed on suspension following official notification from the Ministry of Interior, while the same measure also applies to the Mayor of Lefkoniko, in relation to separate complaints that are under criminal investigation....

Carnival costumes and plush toys in focus as nationwide safety campaign begins

Carnival costumes and plush toys in focus as nationwide safety campaign begins

With children’s safety at the forefront, the Consumer Protection Service is launching a nationwide inspection and awareness campaign focusing on carnival toys and costumes, ahead of this year’s festivities. ...

Nestlé recalls infant formula in Cyprus over possible toxin risk

Nestlé recalls infant formula in Cyprus over possible toxin risk

Several infant formula products manufactured by Nestlé are being withdrawn from the Cypriot market after authorities warned they may contain cereulide, a toxin produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus. ...

Two vehicle safety warnings issued: Illegal airbags and high-risk vehicles flagged

Two vehicle safety warnings issued: Illegal airbags and high-risk vehicles flagged

The Department of Road Transport (DRT) has issued a series of warnings covering both illegal replacement airbags and a range of vehicles and components that may pose serious safety risks, including electric shock, fire and injury, urging importers, professionals and consumers in Cyprus to remain vigilant....

Corbyn claims Akrotiri Base used as transit hub for arms deliveries to Israel

Corbyn claims Akrotiri Base used as transit hub for arms deliveries to Israel

Cyprus is being drawn deeper into the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, according to British MP Jeremy Corbyn, who claims that the UK’s Sovereign Base Area at Akrotiri is being used as a stopover point for transferring weapons to Israel....

No Cypriots on the Epstein list...cue the great distraction

No Cypriots on the Epstein list...cue the great distraction

Let’s start with the good news. So far, no Cypriot—politician or otherwise—has shown up on Epstein’s list. Fingers crossed. Of course, we’re still waiting for Annita Alexiou’s next post, just to be absolutely sure....

Man found dead at Avdimou Beach identified as missing Russian national

Man found dead at Avdimou Beach identified as missing Russian national

The body of a man found in the sea off Avdimou beach last month has now been identified, ending weeks of uncertainty around the case....

Only 15 students attend secondary school in occupied Rizokarpaso

Only 15 students attend secondary school in occupied Rizokarpaso

Just 15 students are enrolled in secondary school this year in Rizokarpaso, in northern Cyprus, where the small Greek Cypriot community continues to face restrictions under Turkish occupation, according to a new European Parliament report....

Electricity bills get a break as Cyprus extends reduced VAT until 2027

Electricity bills get a break as Cyprus extends reduced VAT until 2027

Households in Cyprus will continue to pay lower VAT on their electricity bills for another year, after the Council of Ministers approved an extension of the reduced tax rate through March 31, 2027....

Cyprus in DC: Kombos pushes security, EU, and regional ties

Cyprus in DC: Kombos pushes security, EU, and regional ties

Cyprus is strengthening its ties with the United States, with Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos spending Tuesday in Washington meeting senior US lawmakers and taking part in policy discussions focused on regional stability and Cyprus’ role in Europe....

13.6 kilos of TNT missing, and Cyprus has seen this before

13.6 kilos of TNT missing, and Cyprus has seen this before

As investigations continue into the theft of a large quantity of TNT, early findings by police and the National Guard appear to be leading authorities back more than a decade, to 2012, when another serious explosives theft shook the military....

Can Cyprus shoppers trust e-kalathi prices?

Can Cyprus shoppers trust e-kalathi prices?

As the debate over e-kalathi continues, the real question for Cyprus households is a simple one: does it actually help families save money at the supermarket, or does it just add more confusion to an already expensive weekly shop?...

Wednesday, February 4th: Breathe easy because the dust is gone and the sky is blue

Wednesday, February 4th: Breathe easy because the dust is gone and the sky is blue

Today is the day to open the windows. The weather will be mostly clear, letting that February sun do its work....

Cypriot researchers develop new strategy to break through aggressive tumors

Cypriot researchers develop new strategy to break through aggressive tumors

The breakthrough comes from the Institute’s Department of Genetic, Therapeutic and Ultrastructural Pathology of Cancer, led by Professor Dr. Fotios Bekris. ...

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