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The Cyprus Mail's front page features several domestic stories, including a cabinet reshuffle, a major infrastructure investment in the Great Sea Interconnector, and a significant reform of welfare services. International news is less prominent, with a mention of Greek banks. Weather and local…
President Nikos Christodoulides commended his government and the outgoing ministers during a swearing-in ceremony for their replacements. He expressed his feelings about the transition.
French asset management firm Meridiam has acquired a majority share in the Great Sea Interconnector, purchasing Greece's independent transmission system operator's controlling stake.
A €31 million reform aims to comprehensively modernize Cyprus' Social Welfare Services, impacting all aspects of their operations, as stated by department director Maria Kyratzi.
An editorial discusses the recent cabinet reshuffle, suggesting it is strategically timed with upcoming elections in mind.
The newly appointed Agriculture Minister, Christos Senekis, has pledged to achieve tangible results and build upon the efforts of his predecessor, Maria Panayiotou.
Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman claims that President Nikos Christodoulides rejected a United Nations proposal for increased mine clearance across the island.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that the Great Sea Interconnector project will resolve Cyprus' energy isolation issues, following Meridiam's majority investment.
Thursday's weather forecast indicates mostly sunny conditions across the island, with some areas experiencing increased cloud cover and patchy fog.
A 31-year-old man accused of stabbing a woman multiple times at a supermarket in North Nicosia has been remanded for a single day by a court.
Significant coastal erosion is affecting Coral Bay beach in Paphos, leading to a reduced beach area and fewer sunbeds, according to local authorities.
The meteorological office has issued a yellow weather warning for high temperatures, which will be in effect for two and a half hours in the afternoon.
The Paphos Beerfest 2026 is ongoing until August 9th at the Medieval Castle Square, featuring craft beers from around the world.
A 37-year-old man was arrested at Larnaca airport on suspicion of defrauding over €800,000 by posing as a vehicle importer.
Morgan Stanley has revised its price targets for Alpha Bank and National Bank of Greece upwards following their second-quarter financial results.
A brief roundup of business news from Cyprus, covering hotels, banks, shipping, unemployment figures, and information about Freedom24.
