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Ancient marble statues discovered in Roman-era winepress in Israel

Ancient marble statues discovered in Roman-era winepress in Israel

Ancient marble sculptures dating back around 1,700 years have been uncovered near Binyamina during archaeological work linked to a major transport infrastructure project....

Final day of Make Music Cyprus brings 52 performances across Nicosia

Final day of Make Music Cyprus brings 52 performances across Nicosia

Today is the final opportunity to experience Make Music Cyprus Festival 2026, as the largest edition in the event's history concludes with 52 performances and workshops spread across eight stages in Nicosia....

Cyprus discusses Project Kuiper and cybersecurity cooperation with Amazon

Cyprus discusses Project Kuiper and cybersecurity cooperation with Amazon

A meeting between President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides and Amazon Vice President Panos Panay took place in a positive and productive atmosphere, opening new possibilities for cooperation between Cyprus and the global technology company....

A taste of history: Commandaria's journey from ancient Cyprus to Brussels

A taste of history: Commandaria's journey from ancient Cyprus to Brussels

The history and cultural significance of Commandaria were presented to European officials and guests in Brussels this week during a special event organised as part of Cyprus' Presidency of the Council of the European Union....

Cypriot neurologist helps lead $9 million global brain disease research network

Cypriot neurologist helps lead $9 million global brain disease research network

A Cypriot neurologist based in the United States will play a leading role in a major international research initiative focused on cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA), a condition linked to strokes, memory problems and dementia in older adults....

Refugee protection is a matter of human rights, commissioner says

Refugee protection is a matter of human rights, commissioner says

Human rights commissioner Maria Stylianou-Lottides has renewed her office’s commitment to protecting the rights of refugees and asylum seekers in a message marking World Refugee Day....

Cyprus boosts support for missing persons efforts with €380,000 donation

Cyprus boosts support for missing persons efforts with €380,000 donation

The Republic of Cyprus has contributed €380,000 to the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus (CMP), providing additional support for the organisation’s ongoing humanitarian work....

Cyprus delivers results-focused EU presidency, says Christodoulides

Cyprus delivers results-focused EU presidency, says Christodoulides

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides presented an assessment of Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council of the European Union following the conclusion of the final European Council meeting held during Cyprus’ six-month term. He described it as “a mission that we carried out with genuine dedication, intensive work, steady progress and tangible results.”...

Finding a parking space could soon get easier in Paralimni-Deryneia

Finding a parking space could soon get easier in Paralimni-Deryneia

The installation of smart parking technology has begun across the Paralimni–Deryneia Municipality as part of the national "Smart Cyprus" initiative, which aims to introduce digital solutions in local communities....

Food prices continue to rise despite lower costs for fresh produce

Food prices continue to rise despite lower costs for fresh produce

Consumers faced further increases in the cost of several everyday grocery items in May, according to the latest Consumer Product Price Observatory published by the Consumer Protection Service....

The real story begins the day after

The real story begins the day after

The attack on Iran was planned and executed by two leaders alone: U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. None of Washington's traditional allies, nor even Tel Aviv's most enthusiastic supporters, wanted any part in what many regarded as a reckless adventure....

Cyprus receives first €177 million payment under EU defence fund

Cyprus receives first €177 million payment under EU defence fund

Cyprus has received an initial €177.2 million payment from the European Union through the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) defence funding programme, marking the first tranche of financial support allocated to the country under the scheme....

Lower tourist numbers hit demand for taxi services

Lower tourist numbers hit demand for taxi services

Taxi operators in Cyprus say they are facing a difficult period following a downturn in tourism linked to ongoing instability in the Middle East....

BAF Announces the 2026 Open Call for Emerging Artists

BAF Announces the 2026 Open Call for Emerging Artists

The Beauty Line Art Foundation (BAF) has announced its second open call for applications for the Residency: Studio Mentoring Program 2026, an initiative that supports emerging artists in Cyprus by providing them with studio space, mentorship from experienced professionals in the field, and opportunities for the development and promotion of their work....

Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the Click. EMEA 2026 Partner Spotlight

Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the Click. EMEA 2026 Partner Spotlight

Click. EMEA 2026 Partner Spotlight Property among 1,000 hotels and resorts across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) by Booking.com, one of the world's leading travel platforms....

Limassol coach jailed for sexual offences involving two minors

Limassol coach jailed for sexual offences involving two minors

A 44-year-old coach has been sentenced to prison by the Limassol Permanent Criminal Court after being found guilty of sexual offenses involving two minors aged 16 and 17....

Turkey warns Cyprus over defense deal with France, calling it ''illegal''

Turkey warns Cyprus over defense deal with France, calling it ''illegal''

Turkey has issued fresh warnings to Cyprus over its recent defense cooperation agreement with France, with Ankara describing the move as ''illegal'' and a threat to regional stability....

AI reshapes global labour market into two distinct paths, rewarding human skills: PwC 2026 AI Jobs Barometer

AI reshapes global labour market into two distinct paths, rewarding human skills: PwC 2026 AI Jobs Barometer

According to PwC’s 2026 AI Jobs Barometer, AI is rapidly reshaping the skills employers want most from workers – increasing the emphasis on human skills such as judgement, creativity and leadership – as companies most able to use AI continue to expand hiring faster than their peers....

Backlash over Fidias claim MPs earn €9,500 a month in viral video

Backlash over Fidias claim MPs earn €9,500 a month in viral video

MEP and leader of the political movement Direct Democracy, Fidias Panayiotou, has triggered discussion online after posting a video questioning how much Cypriot MPs actually earn....

Coral Cyprus and Shell Service Stations present the new Shell V-Power & Shell GO+ campaign, with 3 Jeep® Avenger vehicles as the Grand Prize

Coral Cyprus and Shell Service Stations present the new Shell V-Power & Shell GO+ campaign, with 3 Jeep® Avenger vehicles as the Grand Prize

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) presents the new major campaign for latest generation Shell V-Power fuels and the Shell GO+ app, through which three participants will have the opportunity to be named winners, each receiving a brand-new Jeep® Avenger. The campaign was presented at an event held on 17 June 2026 at The Anama Concept, in the presence of company executives and media representatives....

Thousands of government hourly workers to strike next week over pay dispute

Thousands of government hourly workers to strike next week over pay dispute

Thousands of hourly-paid government workers are set to strike next Wednesday, demanding higher wages and improved benefits amid ongoing negotiations with unions for new contracts....

Fuel prices falling in Cyprus, but drivers may not be out of the woods yet

Fuel prices falling in Cyprus, but drivers may not be out of the woods yet

After months of watching fuel prices climb, Cypriot drivers are finally getting some welcome relief at the pump....

1st Gastronomos Festival Comes to Vouni, Limassol

1st Gastronomos Festival Comes to Vouni, Limassol

Gastronomos Cyprus is honoring the people of Limassol's fire-stricken villages and supporting their recovery and renewal....

Escape ramps added to reservoirs to stop animals from drowning

Escape ramps added to reservoirs to stop animals from drowning

A small but important step is being taken in Cyprus to protect wildlife and stray animals that often end up trapped in artificial lakes and water reservoirs across the island....

EU pushes plan for migrant ''return hubs'' outside Europe in tougher migration shift

EU pushes plan for migrant ''return hubs'' outside Europe in tougher migration shift

Europe is moving closer to a major change in how it handles migration, with at least 19 EU member states backing a plan to send rejected asylum seekers to special ''return hubs'' outside the European Union....

Cyprus butcher training program draws strong interest

Cyprus butcher training program draws strong interest

A training program aimed at turning people into qualified butchers, a profession that has quietly remained in steady demand in Cyprus, has kicked off its latest cycle with strong participation and growing interest....

EU set to appoint new envoy on Cyprus issue, Christodoulides says

EU set to appoint new envoy on Cyprus issue, Christodoulides says

The European Commission is preparing to appoint a new EU envoy for the Cyprus issue, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday, describing the move as part of ongoing coordination with Brussels and the United Nations....

Officials step up school bus checks after safety concerns

Officials step up school bus checks after safety concerns

Cyprus officials say they are stepping up checks on school buses ahead of the new school year, following growing concerns about safety and a recent audit report....

Two young women die after being pulled from sea off Oroklini beach

Two young women die after being pulled from sea off Oroklini beach

A summer day at the beach ended in tragedy Thursday evening when two young women were pulled unconscious from the sea off Oroklini and later pronounced dead....

Weekend weather: A mostly sunny weekend for dads and everyone else

Weekend weather: A mostly sunny weekend for dads and everyone else

Friday has arrived, school holidays are settling in, and Father's Day is waiting just around the corner. The weekend forecast is bringing plenty of sunshine for family outings, beach trips and barbecues, although the mountains may once again have their own ideas....

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