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The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
WorldObama campaigns for Democrats, criticising Trump over corruption and Iran
At rallies in Cleveland and Detroit, Barack Obama urged voters to curb Donald Trump’s power as the November 3 elections approach.
WorldCyprus places 10th as Armenia wins Junior Eurovision in Malta
Haris Georgiou, 13, represented Cyprus at the 2026 Junior Eurovision Song Contest in Malta, where Armenia secured its…
SocietySia residents demand halt to quarry expansion and binding phase-out timetable
Following a peaceful protest on Sunday, Sia residents are seeking limits on quarrying and a binding schedule to…
EconomyCyprus faces test of turning technology investment into locally scaled businesses
An interview on Cyprus’ technology sector highlights local company growth, research, exports and reinvestment as measures of progress…
IncidentsPolice investigate suspected officer impersonation scam in Kalo Chorio
A man allegedly impersonating a police officer obtained €55 in two suspected fraud incidents involving elderly residents in…
WorldBrazil votes in close Lula-Bolsonaro runoff amid economic concerns and US tensions
Brazilians voted on Sunday as Lula sought a fourth mandate against Flavio Bolsonaro in a race shaped by…
WorldNetanyahu faces criticism over cryptocurrency proposal to counter possible sanctions
Israel’s central bank and more than 100 economists challenged Netanyahu’s suggestion that cryptocurrency could help protect the economy…
WorldFrench unions and protest groups urge more rallies and November 5 strike
French unions and protest groups sought further action on Sunday after a major police deployment limited unrest at…
SocietyAnimal Party seeks donations to neuter 60 to 70 cats at central prisons
The Animal Party is seeking private support to neuter around 60 to 70 cats at the central prisons…
WorldPortuguese police clear Lisbon housing protest camp, arresting 25
Police used batons to disperse a housing protest camp in Lisbon, while a separate operation in Porto led…
IncidentsPolice arrest 11 in overnight checks
Overnight police operations resulted in 11 arrests, eight fines following premises inspections and 317 traffic fines, including 100…