Cyprus News
The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
EconomyPrecious metals sell-off wipes $7.4 trillion from global market values
Washington, United States. A sharp sell-off in precious metals erased $7.4 trillion from global market values, with gold down nearly 9% from its record high of $5,598 and silver falling 27% from its $121…
WorldRare paraselene creates “three-moon” effect over Moscow region
Moscow, Russia. A rare paraselene phenomenon was observed overnight over Moscow and the surrounding region, creating the appearance…
EconomyIsraeli envoy signals possible March deal on Cyprus-Israel Aphrodite-Yishai gas dispute
Nicosia, Cyprus. Israeli Ambassador to Nicosia Oren Anolik said a breakthrough may be near in the Cyprus-Israel dispute…
EconomySmartSea appoints Nakis Kassos as Head of Commercial
Limassol, Cyprus. SmartSea has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of Nakis Kassos as Head of…
WorldTurin clashes leave about 30 injured as protest over Askatasuna eviction turns violent
Turin, Italy. About 30 people were injured in clashes in Turin after masked rioters attacked police during a…
SocietyCyprus expands desalination plans as water shortage persists and Mazotos project faces backlash
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is entering 2026 amid a severe water shortage, with dam levels around 12 per cent…
CultureHERS Festival in Larnaca to spotlight migrant women’s stories through art on February 5
Larnaca, Cyprus. HERS Festival will take place in Larnaca on February 5, using art to share women’s stories…
EconomyCyprus farmers warn 30% agricultural water cut will hit crops, feed and consumer prices
Nicosia, Cyprus. Agricultural association president Kyriakos Kailas warned on Saturday that severe reductions in water supply to agriculture…
WorldRome church angel restored to resemble Italy’s Giorgia Meloni, prompting ministry inspection
Rome, Italy. A restored angel painting in a church in central Rome has been reported to resemble Italian…
SportsEllinas finishes fifth at Estoril in Porsche Sprint Challenge Southern Europe
Estoril, Portugal. Cypriot driver Tio Ellinas returned to the Porsche Sprint Challenge Southern Europe at Estoril on Thursday,…
WorldDual explosions in southern Iran kill four from same family, damage buildings at Gulf port
Bandar Abbas, Iran. Dual explosions struck southern Iran on Saturday, killing four members of the same family and…