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Meta, Google lose US case over social media harm to kids

A Los Angeles jury on Wednesday found Meta META.O and Alphabet’s GOOGL.O Google negligent for designing social media platforms that are harmful to young people, in a $6 million verdict that will serve as a bellwether for numerous similar cases. The jury found Meta liable for $4.2 million in damages and Google for $1.8 million, […]

26.03.2026 12:07

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Fintech firm payabl. launches tap to pay for mobile contactless payments

European financial technology provider payabl. announced on Thursday the launch of Tap to pay, a new solution enabling businesses to accept contactless payments directly via smartphones without dedicated hardware. According to the announcement, the new offering transforms smartphones into secure card terminals, allowing merchants to accept contactless card payments on the move using NFC-enabled Android […]

26.03.2026 11:41

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Govt announces eight measures to combat rising costs amid Middle East war

The government on Thursday announced a package of eight measures which it hopes will help combat rising costs after four weeks of war in the Middle East. Firstly, the reduced five-per-cent rate of value added tax on electricity will be extended until May next year, having initially been expected to expire in May this year, […]

26.03.2026 11:40

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Nicosia centre eyesore a threat to public health says audit office

Liabilities with the local authorities and gaps in the legislation have been identified by the Audit Office concerning a building in Nicosia that has been left in construction phase for 14 years. The building is on Spyros Kyprianou avenue in the centre of the city, and the Audit Office has expressed concern in a report […]

26.03.2026 11:17

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Cyprus government to announce new support for tourism sector this week

Cyprus has celebrated a major “green” milestone for its hotels, just as the government prepares to announce emergency support to shield the industry from regional instability, according to an announcement from the Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) released on Thursday. Regarding the former update, the federation held a certificate award ceremony in Nicosia earlier […]

26.03.2026 11:13

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Final World Cup ticketing phase is first-come, first-served

Fans looking for one last opportunity to get tickets to this summer’s FIFA World Cup in North America will get their chance on April 1. And that’s no joke. FIFA announced Wednesday that a fourth and final phase of ticket sales will take place starting at 11 a.m. ET on April 1 and will remain […]

26.03.2026 10:55

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Amorim had great ideas but they did not click at Man United, says Maguire

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire said former manager Ruben Amorim had strong ideas, but they ultimately “didn’t work” at Old Trafford, further praising interim manager Michael Carrick for overseeing a smooth transition. United have revived their season since Carrick took charge in January, rising into the Premier League’s top three after earning 23 points in […]

26.03.2026 10:52

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Sabalenka to face Rybakina in blockbuster Miami Open semi-final

Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina, the two top women’s players in the world, will battle it out in a Miami Open semi-final on Thursday after coming through their quarter-final matches. World number one Sabalenka took down American Hailey Baptiste 6-4 6-4 on Wednesday and is looking to complete the coveted ‘Sunshine Double’ after her triumph […]

26.03.2026 10:49

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Man arrested for over 7kg of cannabis

A 41-year-old man was arrested over the alleged import of seven kilos of cannabis police said on Thursday. The arrest followed an investigation by the drug squad into a package that arrived in Cyprus by courier in February containing the drugs. Police said evidence gathered during the inquiry led to a court warrant for the […]

26.03.2026 10:39

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Businesses urged to prioritise human advantage in AI era

Businesses are struggling to bridge a massive “execution gap” as they race to integrate artificial intelligence into the workplace, according to a new report from Deloitte. The above insight was part of Deloitte’s annual Global Human Capital Trends report, released on Thursday. More broadly, the report highlighted how organisations can gain a competitive edge by […]

26.03.2026 10:26

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Coral Cyprus, Shell service stations launch Barcelona VIP motorsport experience drive

Coral Cyprus (Shell Licensee) is launching a new campaign that combines the performance of Shell V-Power latest-generation fuels with the benefits of Shell GO+, offering the public the opportunity to compete for a premium prize that goes far beyond a standard giveaway. It is a high-end experience, designed for those who want to enjoy the […]

26.03.2026 10:17

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Tourism ministry bill seeks to license all recreational diving providers

A bill submitted by the deputy ministry of tourism to parliament seeks to regulate recreational diving services in Cyprus, introducing a licensing framework for all providers and setting out safety, inspection and penalty provisions. The proposed legislation, which is expected to be examined by the new composition of the House, aims to ensure that recreational […]

26.03.2026 10:14

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Broadcasters reminded of equal treatment policy ahead of elections

Radio and TV broadcasters were reminded on Thursday of their obligation by law to “treat equally and without discrimination” all parties and candidates in the period leading up to the May 24 parliamentary elections. The Radio-Television and Digital Services Authority said in a circular sent to the stations that the pre-election period means “three months […]

26.03.2026 10:08

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Shipowners urged to prepare for new global employment amendments

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has released the fifth edition of its Guidelines on the Application of the ILO Maritime Labour Convention, urging the global shipping industry to prepare for the latest amendments before they enter into force and to ensure vessels remain compliant, safe and fit to trade internationally. The new edition brings […]

26.03.2026 10:01

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Lidl Cyprus 2024 Sustainability Report: persistent strategy, real footprint

For Lidl Cyprus, sustainability is not some parallel initiative – rather, it’s a consistent mode of operating that covers the entire value chain. This philosophy is underscored in the 2024 Sustainability Report, which the company has committed to publishing and which lays out the overall value created for the market, for workers, suppliers, society at […]

26.03.2026 10:00

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Costly Red Sea lessons haunt new effort to protect Strait of Hormuz

The Western allies trying to negotiate a way to protect the Strait of Hormuz for energy shipping face a stark reality: a similar effort in the Red Sea that started years earlier cost billions of dollars and ultimately failed against Yemen’s Houthis. The costly Red Sea experience – four ships sunk, more than $1 billion […]

26.03.2026 09:57

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Website for parliamentary elections now live

A special website for the upcoming parliamentary elections has been set up by the interior ministry in cooperation with the deputy digital policy ministry and the department of information technology services. The website https://www.gov.cy/moi-elections/en/ includes useful information regarding the May 24 elections, including the procedure to register and voting abroad, and will be updated continously.

26.03.2026 09:54

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Hikers rescued from Avakas gorge

The fire brigade rescued 26 hikers on Wednesday after they became trapped by rising water in the Avakas gorge in the Paphos district. The call for help was received at 1.13pm on Wednesday. Rescuers from Peyia fire station hoisted the people to safety using ropes and life jackets. All 26 are reported to be safe […]

26.03.2026 09:40

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Car catches fire while in motion

A car in Emba, Paphos, caught fire in the early hours of Thursday, while being driven by a 52-year-old. The incident happened at around 4am and the fire was put out by the fire brigade before it spread. The fire caused damage to the front of the car. Police investigations are ongoing.

26.03.2026 08:47

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Hostage situation ends without injuries

A hostage situation in Larnaca ended without injuries on Wednesday. The police were notified just after 3.30pm that a man in the city centre was on a balcony waving a knife. The scene was cordoned off and police negotiators were brought in. The police found two women in the flat who were reportedly being threatened […]

26.03.2026 08:38

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Drink driver arrested nearly seven times over limit

The police arrested a 43-year-old man on Wednesday evening for drink driving, nearly seven times over the alcohol limit. The man, whose final reading was 148μg instead of the 22μg limit, will be taken before a court on Thursday for a remand order. The vehicle was pulled over in Ayia Anna street in Strovolos and police […]

26.03.2026 08:26

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Fitiris outlines central prison masterplan to Mathiatis council

Justice Minister Costas Fitiris outlined the plans for the new central prison on the outskirts of Mathiatis during a meeting with the community council on Wednesday evening. Fitiris explained the government’s reasoning and stressed the need for modern prison facilities to be built outside urban areas. These new facilities, he said, would meet the requirements […]

26.03.2026 08:17

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Middle East war drives energy crisis across southeast Asia, forcing government intervention

Southeast Asian economies are scrambling to contain the fallout from the escalating Iran war, as surging fuel costs and supply disruptions ripple through power markets and key industries. The Philippines on Thursday suspended spot electricity sales until further notice, citing fuel supply risks and price volatility. The move, ordered under a state of national energy […]

26.03.2026 08:03

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Two arrested for Limassol restaurant bomb

The police arrested two individuals aged 21 and 19 on Wednesday evening in connection with the bomb explosion at the entrance of a restaurant in the old Limassol port area. According to the police, this was the third time the owner had been the target of criminal attacks and measures have been taken to protect […]

26.03.2026 07:57

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