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Kesidis Wins Silver as Rain Disrupts European Throwing Cup in Nicosia
Cold and heavy rain affected performances on the opening day at the GSP Athletics Stadium
SPORTS
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Karalis Clears 6.17m for Second-Best Pole Vault Mark in History
Greek Olympic medallist sets new national record and moves ahead of Bubka and Lavillenie on the all-time list at the Paiania championships.
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Cyprus Women’s National Team Begin 2026 Preparations
The Cyprus women’s national football team has started preparations for its first fixtures of 2026, including a friendly against the Faroe Islands and the opening match of the 2027 Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign.
GLOBE
Mexico Security Crisis Raises Questions Ahead Of World Cup 2026
An escalation of violence linked to cartel activity in Jalisco, one of the host regions for the 2026 tournament, has prompted debate among experts over whether stability can be maintained as Mexico prepares to co host the competition with the United States and Canada.
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Commission Clears €44.5m State Aid For Limassol Stadium
Brussels concludes that Cyprus’ public funding for the construction of a new football venue and its 20 year preferential use agreement with three professional clubs complies with EU State aid rules and has limited impact on competition.
