Cyprus News
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SocietyMild start to week with clouds, fog at night and rain possible on Tuesday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Light cloud is expected at the start of the week, with mild temperatures reaching 20 degrees Celsius inland and along the coast and around 13 degrees in the higher mountains. Winds and…
IncidentsThree arrested in Larnaca cannabis case; two YKAN officers injured during operation
Larnaca, Cyprus. Police said three people aged 27, 22 and 23 were arrested on Friday in the Larnaca…
EconomyLarnaca targets sustainable coastal development as it builds on European Capital of Culture 2030
Larnaca, Cyprus. Larnaca is reshaping its investment profile through sustainable, large-scale coastal developments and cultural initiatives backed by…
EconomyCyprus-based digital businesses face rising exposure to DDoS attacks, Qrator Labs report says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus-based digital businesses face rising exposure to DDoS attacks, according to a new cybersecurity report by…
WorldMorgan McSweeney resigns as chief of staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
London, United Kingdom. Morgan McSweeney has resigned as chief of staff to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, according…
EconomyEmails show Cyprus considered and rejected for Reporty subsidiary in Epstein-Barak discussions
Washington, United States. Email correspondence in newly released Epstein case files shows Cyprus was discussed as a possible…
WorldJapan’s ruling party projected to win snap election as voters cast ballots in rare mid-winter poll
Tokyo, Japan. Japan’s ruling party, led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, is projected to secure a decisive win…
PoliticsCyprus can facilitate stronger EU-UK ties, European Fisheries Commissioner says
Nicosia, Cyprus. European Fisheries Commissioner Costas Kadis said Cyprus can “act as a facilitator” to help strengthen relations…
PoliticsErhurman says he will convey Turkish Cypriot community’s will for a Cyprus solution to UN chief
Nicosia, Cyprus. Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said he will share his community’s will for a solution to…
WorldTurkish police officer dies after being attacked at Ankara garage, new footage emerges
Ankara, Turkey. A 44-year-old police officer, Okan Keskin, has died after suffering a brain haemorrhage three days following…
SocietyCyprus parliament approves Explosives Law amendment to tighten controls on fireworks
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Mines and Quarries Department said amendments to the Explosives Law approved by the House of…