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The island's latest: politics, economy, society, incidents and business — updated throughout the day.
КультураPafos Aphrodite Festival to stage Donizetti’s L’Elisir d’Amore
The 24th Pafos Aphrodite Festival will present Donizetti’s L’Elisir d’Amore at Paphos Medieval Castle on September 4 and 5.
ПроисшествияPolice investigate suspected arson at Limassol clothing store
A fire at a ground-floor clothing store in Limassol caused extensive damage, with police investigating suspected arson.
В миреRussia Open to New Ukraine Settlement Proposals, Ryabkov Says
Russia is prepared to consider proposals on ending the Ukraine conflict if they reflect what Moscow calls the…
ЭкономикаKeve invites Cypriot organisations to EU-India AI and digital innovation webinar
The online webinar on September 4, 2026 will present a platform intended to strengthen AI and digital cooperation…
В миреUS vows toughest sanctions in history on Iran amid conflict and oil market pressure
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington would impose sweeping sanctions on Iran, arguing economic pressure could reduce…
ЭкономикаEU construction declines as Cyprus highlights projects, tourism ranking and digital transformation
Eurostat reported a June decline in EU construction output, while Cyprus cited project demand, Larnaca’s tourism ranking and…
ЭкономикаGreek banks forecast to outperform as profits and lending expand
Greek banks are expected to sustain strong profitability and credit growth, with combined net profits projected to rise…
ЭкономикаLimassol to host maritime ministers’ meeting on September 9
Maritime ministers from Cyprus, Greece, Malta and Italy will meet in Limassol to discuss EU shipping competitiveness and…
В миреGreek travel receipts rise 14.8% to €8.8bn in first half of 2026
Greek travel receipts and tourist arrivals increased in the first half of 2026, while the current account deficit…
ОбществоNicosia launches competition to regenerate historic Municipal Gardens
Nicosia municipality has opened an architectural competition for the restoration and upgrade of the historic Municipal Gardens, with…
В миреMagnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes central Peru with no immediate damage reported
A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck central Peru, prompting residents to leave their homes, but authorities reported no immediate…