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MP says he has referred the case to the Health Insurance Organisation and plans to contact the Patient Ombudsman. Photo credit: Unsplash

MP says private hospital refused postoperative patient

George Pamboridis says patient was transferred to Nicosia General Hospital after a private facility cited a shortage of ...

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

EXIT takes the exit from Kyrenia festival after Cyprus backlash

The Serbian festival giant withdrew after backlash over plans to stage an event near occupied Kyrenia Castle.

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

Teeth-whitening pen withdrawn over excessive peroxide levels

Consumers are urged to stop using the FOCUSMILE whitening pen after tests found it contained more hydrogen peroxide than ...

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

Authorities say the extra water will not alter supply planning, while farmers benefit from reduced irrigation needs. Photo credit: Melis Sitanaris/Weather Enthusiasts Cyprus Facebook

Cyprus dams receive 140,000 cubic metres after recent rainfall

Kouris Dam received most of the latest inflows, while total storage remains at about 40% of capacity.

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Residents evacuated safely as firefighters tackle blaze. Image is AI

Electric scooter catches fire inside Nicosia apartment

Fire Service dispatched three engines after midnight.

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Authorities step up mosquito control and surveillance following confirmed infection. File photo Unsplash

West Nile virus case confirmed in Cyprus, patient in intensive care

Health Ministry says sporadic cases occur in Cyprus, mainly during summer.

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

Reform would affect current and future pensioners, with implementation targeted for January 2027. Photo credit: Unsplash

Pension reform could increase monthly payments for 50,000 pensioners by more than €100

Government proposes cutting early retirement penalty from 12% to 7.5%.

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

Cash, checks and bank queues are quietly disappearing

Nearly 97% of transactions at Cyprus’ biggest banks now take place digitally or through ATMs, as customers transfer money, ...

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

Even your background music now comes with a bill

From the radio at the barber shop to the television in a rental apartment, businesses face royalty charges under a system ...

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

Warships gather off Limassol for naval exercise

Warships from Cyprus, Greece, the US, Italy and Germany took part in ''Cyprus Arrow 2026,'' testing their ability to maneuver, ...

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

Clear skies return for the weekend as temperatures climb above normal, because who needs normal when you can sizzle? Photo credit: Unsplash

Thursday slaps the island with 38°C heat while that lingering rain finally packs its bags

Morning breezes start light enough to keep your toupee on before 5 Beaufort gusts sweep the southwest coast this afternoon. ...

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20/08/2026 | NEWS

Cyprus aligns with Italy and others in criticizing Spain while banking on technical readiness and Protocol 10 to clear the path before the government’s term ends. Photo credit: Jon Nazca/Reuters

Cyprus’s Schengen bid could be affected by the migration crisis in Ceuta

Nicosia pushes for smooth Council talks after the Commission’s positive assessment, yet the Ceuta influx risks fresh tensions ...

Pavlos Xanthoulis

19/08/2026 | NEWS

Autopsy scheduled to establish the cause and circumstances of death. Photo credit: Unsplash

Five-month-old baby dies in Limassol, cause of death unknown

Infant was found unconscious in a cot by his mother on Tuesday evening.

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19/08/2026 | NEWS

While European partners invest ahead of schedule, Cyprus lags on tenders and leaves recovery funds unused. File photo

Why Cyprus is vulnerable to the climate crisis

A €40 billion transition plan risks tripling public debt in an economy of just €36 billion.

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His planned return to football with ASIL Lysis is now uncertain. Photo credit: @charles.eloundou.5876 Facebook

Former footballer detained at Limnes over residence permit issue

Cameroonian Charles Eloundou faces deportation while due to testify in forgery case.

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19/08/2026 | NEWS

Authorities are collecting witness statements and other evidence as they work to identify the suspect. Image is AI

Police investigate reported attempted abduction of five-year-old

Child was reportedly picked up at a beach before being left behind as mother intervened.

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Retiring at 63? Your pension penalty could drop from 12% to 8%

The government’s reform plan also promises pension increases of up to 60%, new benefits for carers and parents, and provident ...

Apostolos Tomaras

19/08/2026 | NEWS

Iran reportedly considers Cyprus target if US war escalates

British military bases on the island could face retaliation if Washington launches new attacks on Iranian infrastructure, ...

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19/08/2026 | NEWS

Heavy feet, busy night: Police catch 126 drivers speeding

An overnight islandwide operation led to 258 traffic complaints, six vehicle seizures and six arrests for offences ranging ...

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19/08/2026 | NEWS

Will Turkey pull the plug on the Cyprus-Greece cable again?

Renewed efforts to restart seabed surveys have turned the long-delayed electricity link into the latest test of Greek-Turkish ...

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19/08/2026 | NEWS

Clear skies return everywhere tomorrow as a late-week warming trend pushes temperatures back above seasonal averages by Friday. Photo credit: Unsplash

Wednesday brings a 35°C inland top as summer rain makes its final stand

Midday clouds will trigger one last round of isolated showers and thunderstorms across the mountains and central plains ...

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19/08/2026 | NEWS

More than 650 dangerous buildings are registered across Nicosia district. File photo

Nicosia EOA awaits €2 million for dangerous buildings

Funding was approved for Nicosia Municipality before responsibility for dangerous buildings passed to the district organisation. ...

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18/08/2026 | NEWS

Turtle dove and quail hunting will not be permitted during the first two outings. File photo Unsplash

Summer hunting season opens in Cyprus on August 23

Hunters urged to prioritise safety as temperatures remain high.

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18/08/2026 | NEWS

Kiosks and pharmacies among the businesses targeted. Photo credit: @cypolice Facebook

Break-in spree reported in Aradippou

Police investigate several break-ins and attempted entries.

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18/08/2026 | NEWS

Colleague with nursing cat takes kitten into care. Photo credit: EOA Nicosia Facebook

Newborn kitten rescued from Dali road during storm response

EOA crew finds tiny animal lying on road during heavy rainfall.

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Storms target mountainous and inland areas, with eastern coasts also at risk. Photo credit: George Soare/Weather Enthusiasts Cyprus

Cyprus skies turn stormy as August rain sweeps across the island

Heavy downpours and hail reported as thunderstorms hit several areas.

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18/08/2026 | NEWS

Same hotel, same job, different pay

Unions say hotels are “renting” foreign workers through agencies, leaving questions over pay, benefits and who is responsible ...

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18/08/2026 | NEWS

IVF scandal deepens in occupied north as 30 children may have wrong donors

DNA tests, a sperm-bank blacklist and unanswered questions leave families uncertain about their children’s biological origins. ...

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18/08/2026 | NEWS

Nicosia's new square from above (video)

Drone footage of the old GSP turned into the biggest urban square in Nicosia

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