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Many opt out of the revelry, either as their own time-honored tradition or because of a different outlook this year.

The Minister of Health announced plans to modernize the Limassol General Hospital aimed at improving conditions for both patients and staff.

The Minister of Justice stated that a constant and noticeable police presence on the streets of Cyprus should be an absolute priority.

The Akel party harshly criticized the Cyprus government for the recent revision of the country's minimum wage, calling it completely inadequate.

During the day, underground tremors were recorded in Limassol.

This year's figures represent a drop in migrant arrivals from North Africa to the Canary Islands, one of the world's deadliest crossings for migrants hoping to reach the EU.

Just like past tech booms, the latest frenzy has produced a group of billionaires — at least on paper — from smaller start-ups.

Russia's foreign minister said Moscow's negotiating position would change following alleged strikes on Putin's Novgorod region residence overnight on Monday.

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Food forecasters see a year of quieter tastes: little bursts of pleasure, less-jangling restaurants and healthy foods worthy of the ideal Grandma.

The official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that Kim expressed "great satisfaction" over Sunday's launches, which occurred off the country's west coast.

Cyprus is preparing for the next major reform: the government has set a goal to significantly increase pensions in 2026, starting with low-income pensioners.

Cyprus will strengthen control over marine pollution after supervision issues in the waters of Limassol.

The Cyprus Meteorological Service expects worsening weather from Tuesday evening.

Turn your walk into a better workout, build strength without weights and more exercise advice for the year ahead.

Many Germans still love setting off their home-made fireworks on New Year's Eve but opposition to the practice is growing.

Taiwan's Defence Ministry said in a post on X that rapid response exercises were under way, with forces on high alert to defend the island in case of escalation.

Although the US security guarantees for Ukraine have been "100% agreed," they have a short expiration date, the Ukrainian president explained after revealing more details following his meeting with Trump on Sunday.

The left-leaning Vetevendosje party secured a commanding victory in the parliamentary vote following a 10-month political impasse that prevented government formation in February.

Troodos was covered in white for the second time this winter after a night snowfall.

Plus, food trends coming in 2026.

The municipalities of Paralimni and Deryneia are engaged in the development of archaeological sites and museums to showcase their millennial history and strengthen cultural tourism.

Seven newborn puppies, found about a month ago abandoned in the village of Xyliatos, have caused outrage among animal rights activists in Cyprus.

Thousands of visitors to Christmas villages in Cyprus are causing serious traffic jams.

Twenty-six migrants reached shore and alerted authorities to others at sea.

Cameroon and defending champions Côte d’Ivoire played out a thrilling 1-1 draw in their second Group F match at the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Marrakesh, Morocco.

The congresswoman discussed her break with President Trump and her journey from MAGA zealot to political isolation.

President Trump insists there are no more murders in Washington, D.

The company monitors passenger feedback for risky driver behavior.

Another nine officers were injured in a shootout during a counter-terrorism operation in Yalova province, after Turkey arrested over 100 suspects allegedly plotting holiday attacks.

The first phase holds since October, but progress stalls amid mutual accusations.

The Palm Beach Resort project, the largest investment currently being implemented in Larnaca, is expected to be completed in October 2026.

Cyprus is making efforts to develop different types of tourism by attracting sports teams for training in Cyprus and continues to promote the country as a conference destination.

A trilateral military cooperation plan between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel was signed in Cyprus last week.

In 2025, Cypriot courts examined 13 major and complex cases, ranging from the deaths of minors to corruption scandals, property seizures, and investigations into judicial positions.

Overnight in Cyprus, nine people were arrested in cases related to serious criminal and other offenses.

On Monday, isolated showers and snow in the mountains are possible in Cyprus.

Soaring demand and extreme weather worsened by climate change have wiped out harvests of the popular purple yam.

Following a meeting with President Donald Trump, US security guarantees for Ukraine have been “100% agreed”, according to Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Analysts say caretaker Prime Minister Albin Kurti's party will come first but lack a majority, leaving ethnic minorities key to ending the stalemate.

Donald Trump said he had a “good and a very productive” call with Vladimir Putin right before the US president is about to welcome Volodymyr Zelenskyy at his Florida residence for a critical push towards peace in Ukraine.

An unusual agreement on a temporary ceasefire at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant was reached between Ukraine and Russia to allow repairs and prevent a potential nuclear accident.

The Deputy Minister of Tourism of Cyprus called 2025 a landmark year for the industry: tourism revenues exceeded expectations, and the German market surpassed the mark of 250,000 arrivals for the first time since 1997.

Man is returning to the moon - and with him old rivalries and new ambitions.

Germany and the United Kingdom are purchasing modern, mobile artillery for around 61 million euros.

Voters in the Central African Republic take to the polls in unprecedented quadruple elections, combining the presidential, legislative, regional, and municipal ballots.

Final results are expected to be announced by February after two more rounds of voting are completed, but the ballot is widely being criticised and dismissed as a sham.

The Mavrokolymbos reservoir in Paphos, which has started to receive its first water reserves again after fixing a technical issue, is currently filled to 25%, and this figure is expected to increase after a new assessment on Monday.

Veterinarians have vaccinated over 45,000 heads of cattle in northern Cyprus to stop the spread of foot-and-mouth disease.

A man was arrested in Limassol in connection with a car theft case.