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Microsoft president urges urgent global AI rules and independent safety checksWorld
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Microsoft president urges urgent global AI rules and independent safety checks

Brad Smith calls for international AI safeguards, mandatory incident reporting and independent evaluations, saying Britain is well placed to lead regulation.

October 12, 2026
Investigation alleges Deloitte Cyprus used backdated papers to remove Abramovich assets from accountsEconomy

Investigation alleges Deloitte Cyprus used backdated papers to remove Abramovich assets from accounts

An international investigation alleges Deloitte Cyprus created or approved backdated documents that removed billions in Roman Abramovich’s assets…

October 12, 2026
Zelenskiy accuses Russia of breaking Trump-announced energy ceasefireWorld

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of breaking Trump-announced energy ceasefire

After a strike on a Kharkiv power plant, Zelenskiy accused Russia of breaching an energy ceasefire and urged…

October 12, 2026
Young people take cabinet roles to present policy proposals to ChristodoulidesPolitics

Young people take cabinet roles to present policy proposals to Christodoulides

Participants aged 17 to 35 presented policy ideas at the presidential palace, with President Nikos Christodoulides pledging to…

October 12, 2026
Pope Leo keeps Monday schedule ahead of surgery to remove lung noduleWorld

Pope Leo keeps Monday schedule ahead of surgery to remove lung nodule

The Vatican says Pope Leo is continuing his usual appointments before surgery this week to remove a small…

October 12, 2026
Riyadh flights face widespread cancellations after deadly Houthi attacksWorld

Riyadh flights face widespread cancellations after deadly Houthi attacks

Cirium expects about 60% of Riyadh’s scheduled flights to be cancelled on Monday after deadly attacks, while airlines…

October 12, 2026
Pamboridis gains backing in Disy nomination contest as Demetriou denies blackmail claimsPolitics

Pamboridis gains backing in Disy nomination contest as Demetriou denies blackmail claims

Media reports point to growing support for George Pamboridis against Averof Neophytou, while Annita Demetriou rejects claims that…

October 12, 2026
Cyprus financial intelligence unit received 24,092 suspicious activity reports in 2025Economy

Cyprus financial intelligence unit received 24,092 suspicious activity reports in 2025

An annual assessment links increased reporting to crypto-asset services and cross-border business, while noting improvements in submissions and…

October 12, 2026
CySEC publishes investor guide on digital literacy and online investment fraudEconomy

CySEC publishes investor guide on digital literacy and online investment fraud

CySEC’s new booklet offers guidance on checking investment claims, recognising digital deception and managing risk during market turbulence.

October 12, 2026
Shipping careers highlighted at Limassol’s fifth Thalassa festivalEconomy

Shipping careers highlighted at Limassol’s fifth Thalassa festival

Deputy Shipping Minister Marina Hadjimanolis highlighted maritime careers for young people as President Nikos Christodoulides announced plans for…

October 12, 2026
Driver escapes unhurt as car catches fire on Sotira–Ayia Napa roadIncidents

Driver escapes unhurt as car catches fire on Sotira–Ayia Napa road

A car caught fire on the Sotira–Ayia Napa road at 7.05am on Monday; the driver escaped unharmed and…

October 12, 2026