24 h. ago Dead body found in Cyprus belonged to man who went missing in Turkey

A dead body found near Kyrenia on Sunday belonged to a man who had gone missing in Turkey almost two weeks prior. The body had been found on rocks in the sea off the coast of the Kyrenia district village of Vasileia on Sunday afternoon, with efforts immediately beginning to identify it. Late on Sunday […]

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51 h. ago Tales from the Coffeeshop: Could halloumi deal be key to solving Cyprus problem?

GREAT excitement and joy gripped the fast-contracting Cyprob mob after Thursday’s meeting of the true leader and the fake leader with the UNSG’s personal envoy Maria Angela Holguin as it was held in a “very good atmosphere” and lasted more than three hours. The post-meeting announcement issued by the UN was drenched in positivity, stating […]

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4 d. ago New project revives nine historic myths across rural Larnaca

A cultural project has been launched to revive the myths and legends of rural Larnaca, the Larnaca tourism board announced on Thursday. The initiative presents nine local stories through short audiovisual recordings filmed in the villages where the tales originated.  It is organised by Larnaca’s women’s rural association and the Larnaca tourism board, with support […]

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5 d. ago US Supreme Court wrestles with death row inmate’s intellectual disability ruling

The US Supreme Court grappled on Wednesday with a bid by Alabama officials to pursue the execution of an inmate convicted of a 1997 murder who a lower court found to be intellectually disabled and thus ineligible for the death penalty. The court heard arguments in the Republican-led state’s appeal of the lower court’s determination […]

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6 d. ago Family Guide: 10 unmissable experiences at Ayia Napa Marina’s Christmas Village

Christmas at Ayia Napa Marina is not just a stroll through a festive setup, but a complete, multi-layered experience designed to impress every member of the family, no matter their age! On weekends until December 28, plus Christmas Eve and Boxing Day (from 11am to 8pm), the Marina transforms into a vibrant Christmas Village, where […]

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7 d. ago Emba Village in Cyprus Brings the Glacier Express to Life for Tourists Seeking Unique Experiences

Emba Village in Cyprus Brings the Glacier Express to Life for Tourists Seeking Unique Experiences  Travel And Tour World

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7 d. ago Thailand says military action against Cambodia to continue until sovereignty secure

Military action against Cambodia will continue until Thailand’s sovereignty and territorial integrity are secured, Thailand’s foreign ministry said on Monday. Foreign ministry spokesman Nikorndej Balankura said Cambodia had “trampled” on a ceasefire agreement between the two countries. Fighting broke out in multiple areas along their disputed border, after both countries accused the other of breaching […]

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8 d. ago Thailand launches air strikes at Cambodia as border tensions reignite, Trump brokered peace in tatters

Thailand has launched air strikes along its disputed border with Cambodia, the Thai military said on Monday, after both countries accused the other of breaching a ceasefire agreement brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump. At least one Thai soldier has been killed and four wounded in the fresh clashes that broke out around two areas […]

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8 d. ago ‘No developments’ in efforts to lift Turkish embargo on Cypriot ships

There have been “no developments” in efforts to lift the Turkish government’s ban on Cypriot-flagged ships entering its ports, Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis said on Sunday. Speaking on the sidelines of an event in the Paphos district village of Yeroskipou, she said that President Nikos Christodoulides “always puts on the table the issue of […]

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8 d. ago Why one village put up a halloumi statue and reignited a row

Cyprus’ long-running debate over who can claim halloumi intensified recently after a new statue in Pissouri drew waves of online attention and revived an old dispute over the cheese’s origins.  The monument, which stands at the entrance of the village’s new House of Halloumi museum, has sparked questions over branding, heritage and whether one community […]

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9 d. ago Car abandoned in road after fight breaks out in Famagusta village

A car was abandoned in the middle of a road after a fight broke out between what the police on Sunday described as “unidentified individuals” in the Famagusta district village of Liopetri. Famagusta district police press spokesman Andreas Constantinou said the police had been informed about the incident at around 4pm on Saturday, and that […]

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1 week ago Game of Wool: Fair Isle knitting row reveals why culture and tradition matter

By Lynn Abrams Knitters and crafters had been anticipating Channel 4’s new craft show Game of Wool for some time. Knitting, so long the poor relation of the textile crafts, was finally to take centre stage on primetime television. Hosted by former Olympic diver and knitting convert Tom Daley, the show draws on the creative […]

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1 week ago Criminal offences to trigger loss of asylum status under new law

Following the passage of a new bill on Thursday, migrants granted asylum in Cyprus will soon be at risk of losing their international protection status if they commit crimes, making it easier for the government to deport them. The bill amends the existing refugee law and sets out technical provisions linked to the establishment of […]

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1 week ago Germany’s Merz secures pensions bill, but row highlights leadership weakness

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz narrowly averted a government crisis after securing an absolute majority for a pensions bill in parliament on Friday, despite an earlier revolt within his own conservatives that had highlighted his weak authority. The bill, which raises pension spending by around 185 billion euros over the next 15 years, passed with 318 […]

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1 week ago Turkish propaganda aims at weakening Cyprus, says Polish embassy officer

Turkey and institutions affiliated to the north are reportedly conducting disinformation and propaganda campaigns in Cyprus, a Polish embassy officer said on Wednesday, pointing out that the aim was to cause fear and weaken the Republic’s status in the region. The officer was presenting a study on misinformation and disinformation campaigns in Poland and Cyprus […]

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1 week ago Ukrainian ambassador: entire Greek villages near Mariupol relocated to Cyprus

Ukrainian ambassador: entire Greek villages near Mariupol relocated to Cyprus  Ukrinform

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1 week ago FIFA taps Village People for show as Trump influence dominates draw

The disco legends behind President Donald Trump’s favourite campaign anthem will take centre stage at Friday’s World Cup draw, FIFA has announced, in what promises to be a star-studded affair with distinctly Trumpian overtones. The Village People will deliver a rendition of Y.M.C.A. at the Kennedy Center in Washington to cap off the draw for […]

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1 week ago Enjoy festive magic with a Cap St Georges stay, visit to resort’s Christmas Village

This Christmas, magic comes alive in a truly special place: at Cap St Georges, in the square of the Church of Saint George, in Peyia, Paphos. Opening its doors on December 6, 2025, a one-of-a-kind Christmas Village, unique in Cyprus, welcomes you with its enchanting festive market, the Phos Restaurant, handcrafted gifts, treats, warm drinks, […]

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2 w. ago Nammos Limassol, The Retail Village to unveil Festive Chalet with après

Nammos Limassol and The Retail Village are to welcome this year’s festive season with a distinctive holiday theme: an atmosphere inspired by an alpine chalet, which will adorn the venue exclusively for the festive period. The unveiling of the new decoration will take place on December 7, 2025 at 1.30pm, where the public will have […]

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3 w. ago Ayia Napa Marina Christmas Village returns to light up festive season

Ayia Napa Marina announces the opening of this year’s Christmas Village 2025 on Saturday, November 29, 2025, with a dazzling Lighting Ceremony that, as always, marks the beginning of the festive season. The Village will operate on weekends, Christmas Eve and the second day of Christmas, from 11am to 8pm, offering a rich programme of […]

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