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Five-member family was riding an inflatable when it was struck by a rented jet ski. Image is AI

7-year-old girl seriously injured in Protaras jet ski collision

48-year-old man also injured in collision in Pernera.

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Coming elections put banks back in the spotlight

Windfall taxes in favor of banks and possible changes to the foreclosure framework are expected to return to Parliament’s ...

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New-home sales tumble as buyers look below €300,000

Transactions fell 42.2% in the second quarter, but Nicosia gained ground and the luxury market remained active in Peyia ...

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Scientists develop lettuce containing meat protein

The genetically modified plants can produce myoglobin, the protein that helps give meat its red color and rich flavor.

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Three police officers suspended over alleged off-duty assault in Paphos

The officers, aged 36, 43 and 44, are being investigated in connection with an incident that allegedly left another person ...

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A monastery cell key, a paper cutter and an attempted murder case

A dispute over who would clear out a monk’s room at Saint Neophytos Monastery allegedly ended with a technician bleeding ...

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‘Fifty-two years is long, but not long enough to give up’

Presidency marks anniversary of Turkey’s second 1974 offensive with a renewed pledge to pursue a free and reunited Cyprus. ...

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No more room for ‘just one more’: Paphos plans €250,000 shelter for strays

Volunteers have carried the burden for years; the state says a modern district facility could be ready within 18 months, ...

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14/08/2026 | NEWS

August 14: The date Cyprus cannot forget

Turkey’s second offensive in 1974, the killing of Solomos Solomou in 1996 and the Helios Flight 522 disaster in 2005 turned ...

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14/08/2026 | NEWS

The quad bike continued over the edge and sank in the sea. Image is AI

Quad bike crashes into sea at Cape Greco, leaving 22-year-old injured

The driver suffered a vertebral fracture after losing control while trying to park.

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14/08/2026 | NEWS

Temperatures will gradually fall over the holiday weekend, dipping slightly below seasonal averages by Monday. Image is AI

Friday brings 39°C inland heat and afternoon thunderstorms for the long weekend

An unstable air mass will bring scattered showers and potential hail to inland and mountain areas from midday onward.

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14/08/2026 | NEWS

The renewed programme strengthens Cyprus’ security ties with Greece and Jordan but does not create a mutual defence pact. Photo credit: @NationalGuardCY Facebook

Cyprus, Greece and Jordan renew defence cooperation programme

Three countries agree to continue military coordination, training and joint defence activities under an existing framework. ...

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14/08/2026 | NEWS

Let sleeping dogs (or in this case, bears) lie

A passenger was fined €4,550 after sounding a ship’s foghorn to wake a polar bear in Norway’s Svalbard archipelago.

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13/08/2026 | NEWS

Water coolers are coming to Cyprus schools, 25 at a time

The Education Ministry plans to spend €130,000 a year installing drinking-water dispensers, although the first rollout will ...

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13/08/2026 | NEWS

Customs finds 245 kilos of cattle hides and entrails in car

The animal products were discovered at the Agios Dometios crossing, where officers also seized the vehicle and arrested ...

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Woman loses €10,000 after responding to fake loan ad

Scammers contacted her through social media and convinced her to send the money as a guarantee before receiving the promised ...

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C. L. Max Nikias joins the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2026

The internationally renowned academic, USC President Emeritus and member of some of the world’s leading science and technology ...

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Photo is a screen grab from video posted by Larnaca air traffic control

Mystery aircraft over Larnaca identified as Greek and French military planes

Residents around Kiti and Pervolia reported disruption as Greek F-16 fighter jets conducted low-altitude flights and a French ...

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13/08/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus catches padel fever and takes it to the Mediterranean Games

Six players will represent the island as the fast-growing racket sport makes its debut at Taranto 2026.

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Still driving an old car? The EU is not forcing you to scrap it

The new rules target vehicles that are truly beyond repair, while changing how Cyprus collects, dismantles and recycles ...

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Cyprus-Israel power link moves into the money stage

Regulators have been asked to assess whether the undersea cable makes financial sense and determine how its cost would be ...

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Bill Gates’ daughter accused of taking credit for online sales she did not bring in

Her shopping app allegedly earned commissions from purchases even when customers did not use its discount codes.

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13/08/2026 | NEWS

Cigarette smugglers turn travelers into couriers

A suitcase bust at the Deryneia crossing has strengthened suspicions that a network is using travelers to carry untaxed ...

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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign mutual defense agreement joining three major regional powers. Photo credit: @KSAmofaEN X

Newly signed Mecca pact alters security balance in Eastern Mediterranean

Alliance reshapes Gulf ties and expands Ankara’s military footprint.

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Officers will focus on dangerous driving, alcohol and drug offences, theft prevention and security in busy areas. Photo credit: @cypolice Facebook

Police step up security and traffic checks for August 15 weekend

Extra patrols and traffic controls will be deployed across Cyprus from Friday to Sunday as holiday travel increases.

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Coastal districts stay in the low-to-mid 30s while afternoon clouds build over the Troodos range. Photo credit: Unsplash

Thursday peaks at 40°C inland with a 2.5-hour Yellow Warning from 14:00 to 16:30

Met Office issues another mid-afternoon alert for inland heat before an unstable air mass approaches on Friday.

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Trump family connection as Josh Kushner buys Lakers for record $12.5 billion

The billionaire investor and brother of Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner is acquiring the basketball giant alongside former ...

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