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Healthy oceans ‘vital for economic stability’, says ECB

Economists from the European Central Bank (ECB) have warned that healthy oceans are vital for economic stability, highlighting growing risks from marine degradation. In a blog authored by Andrej Ceglar, executive board advice expert and counsel to the Executive Board, Irene Heemskerk, senior adviser and counsel to the Executive Board, and John Hutchinson, principal economist […]

23.03.2026 07:30

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Week starts off with rain and snow

Monday starts off cloudy and rainy, with isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon accompanied by hailstones and possibly snow or sleet in the mountains. Snow on Troodos’ peak on Monday morning was 27cm. Winds will be a southwest gentle to moderate breeze of 3 to 4 Beaufort over slight seas. Temperatures will reach 19C inland and […]

23.03.2026 07:24

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Global storage market hits record $33bn as firms upgrade systems

The global enterprise storage market recorded strong revenue growth during the fourth quarter of 2025, according to data published by the International Data Corporation (IDC). The external OEM enterprise storage systems market reached $9.7 billion in vendor revenue, supported by positive performance from leading vendors and across most global regions. The report found that the […]

23.03.2026 07:00

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AI must be used carefully so shipping does not repeat gender bias, company says

Columbia Group is urging industry leaders to implement artificial intelligence in a way that ensures digital processes do not hinder progress in attracting more women to shipping, arguing that the technology must be embedded carefully if it is to support inclusion rather than reinforce past bias. The company said AI is built on historical data […]

23.03.2026 06:30

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O’Reilly double gives Man City Wembley win over Arsenal

Two second-half headers by Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly settled the English season’s first silverware on Sunday as Pep Guardiola’s side beat Arsenal 2-0 in the League Cup final. Premier League leaders Arsenal arrived as favourites to win their first trophy since 2020 but could have no complaints as City deservedly won the competition for the ninth time. […]

22.03.2026 20:55

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Forest win 3-0 at Spurs to leapfrog relegation rivals

Nottingham Forest dealt fellow Premier League strugglers Tottenham Hotspur a bitter blow in their relegation battle, winning 3-0 on Sunday to leapfrog their rivals thanks to goals from Igor Jesus, Morgan Gibbs-White and Taiwo Awoniyi. Spurs were arguably the better team before the break but only created one real chance which Richarlison squandered before Jesus […]

22.03.2026 20:51

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Energy security in southeast Europe and the East Med

Undoubtedly the war in Iran has upended the way we view energy security and its impact is global, including on southeast Europe and the East Med. That was the subject of a roundtable conference organised by the Institute of Energy for Southeast Europe (IENE) at the European Parliament in Brussels this week. The unthinkable has […]

22.03.2026 17:34

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Police probe illegal animal movements amid disease concerns

Authorities are investigating four cases of illegal animal movements involving a total of 283 goats, sheep and cattle, the Veterinary Services said on Sunday. According to a statement, the cases involved 100 sheep and goats in Tseri, 30 in Potamia, 130 cattle in Livadia and 23 cattle in Geri. The Veterinary Services said coordinated operations […]

22.03.2026 17:25

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Double trouble: foot and mouth plus farmer pushback

Although authorities are cautiously confident that foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) can be contained, they’ve also stressed that strict adherence to the measures is a must. Any loosening up in containment protocols could spell disaster, as the virus is highly contagious. FMD is a viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals, including cattle, sheep, pigs, and goats, causing […]

22.03.2026 17:15

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Renowned Cypriot chef Andreas Mavrommatis laid to rest

The funeral of acclaimed Cypriot chef Andreas Mavrommatis took place on Sunday in Agios Ioannis Pitsilias, in the presence of family, friends and admirers of his work and legacy. He passed away suddenly last Saturday at the age of 69. The service was held at the Church of Archangel Michael and was led by Archbishop […]

22.03.2026 16:55

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Unions halt nurses bill amid staffing crisis

Legislation aimed at allowing the controlled recruitment of nurses from third countries has been placed on hold after a deadlock in the House health committee, following sustained pressure from trade unions leaving private hospitals facing a worsening staffing crisis with no immediate relief in sight. The bill, presented as a targeted response to chronic shortages […]

22.03.2026 16:45

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Vehicle numbers surge in north, with sharp rise in electric and hybrid sales

The number of vehicles in the north has risen sharply over the past three years, according to a report by Kibris newspaper, citing data from authorities there. The report said total vehicles increased by 86,131 between 2022 and 2025, reaching 447,592. Annual growth averaged 25,000 to 30,000 vehicles, with a record increase of 31,295 recorded […]

22.03.2026 16:30

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Cyprus exhibition explores concept of beauty in Berlin

Deputy Minister of Culture Vasiliki Kassianidou on Saturday inaugurated an art exhibition in Berlin as part of the cultural programme of Cyprus’ EU Presidency. Titled “Beauty in Question: thinking through and beyond form”, the exhibition is hosted at ANDREAS MURKUDIS Space 77 and will run until April 18, according to an official announcement. In her […]

22.03.2026 16:30

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Cuba begins recovery efforts after second grid collapse in a week

Cuba said it had begun efforts early on Sunday to restore power after its grid collapsed for the second time in a week amid a U.S. oil blockade that has dealt a major blow to the island’s already ailing energy infrastructure. The grid collapsed Saturday evening at 6:32 p.m. (2232 GMT) after a major power […]

22.03.2026 16:15

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Paris and Marseille in focus as French vote in local election runoffs

French voters went to the polls on Sunday to elect mayors in Paris, Marseille and more than 1,500 other cities and towns, in a test of the far right’s strength and the resilience of mainstream parties ahead of next year’s presidential election. Heading nearly 35,000 municipalities – from major cities to villages with only a […]

22.03.2026 15:52

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Spring brings fairs and markets to explore

The season of spring brings much to enjoy. Blossoms, road trips, spring markets, fairs and bazaars. In the coming weeks, artists and creatives will set up their stalls at several events happening across the island. The first three are coming up this weekend – the penultimate weekend of March. Technopolis 20 in Paphos hosts a […]

22.03.2026 15:45

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Erhurman calls for dialogue over violence in Bayram message

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman on Sunday expressed hope that, in the medium to long term, culture will prevail over violence and power. In a message marking the end of Eid al-Fitr, Erhurman said he hoped his prediction would not be disproven, warning that humanity continues to suffer in what he described as an environment […]

22.03.2026 15:23

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Workshops to boost disaster preparedness and community resilience

Cross-border civil protection workshops will take place on April 2 and 3 in Skarinou, aiming to strengthen community resilience and public participation in disaster preparedness. The workshops, held at the Environmental Information Centre of Rural Larnaca, are organised within the ACT4ALL project and will bring together 25 participants from Cyprus and Crete, including representatives of […]

22.03.2026 15:13

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Fears for Cyprus’ native cattle amid foot and mouth outbreak

Concerns over the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease have sparked debate in Cyprus over whether blanket culling policies could place the island’s native cattle – also known as the red cow breed – at risk. While authorities typically respond to suspected cases with strict containment measures, including the culling of affected herds, scientists are warning that […]

22.03.2026 14:37

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Health Minister honours memory of tuberculosis patients at Kyperounta Sanatorium

The Kyperounta Sanatorium, a cornerstone of Cyprus’ medical history, was the focus of a commemorative ceremony on Sunday, with Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides paying tribute to tuberculosis patients who were treated and passed away at the facility. Addressing attendees at the memorial service, Charalambides spoke about the sanatorium’s evolution over the decades. Initially dedicated to […]

22.03.2026 14:35

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Israel orders destruction of bridges in Lebanon and homes near Israeli border

Israel’s military has been ordered to destroy all bridges over Lebanon’s Litani River and to step up the demolition of Lebanese homes near the Israeli border, the country’s defence minister said on Sunday. Earlier, an Israeli was killed in his car near the border with Lebanon after what the military described as a “launch” from […]

22.03.2026 14:12

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House Finance Committee to discuss government debt reform bills

The House Finance Committee on Monday will examine two government bills aimed at upgrading the current debt confirmation mechanism of the Financial Ombudsman, including provisions for debt restructuring and enforcement of his decisions. The bills aim to strengthen the role of the Financial Ombudsman by making his decisions binding, allowing faster and more effective protection […]

22.03.2026 14:00

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Request for a clear public position and parliamentary initiative on wildfire preparedness

An open letter to President Nikos Christodoulides from fothkia.com We are also addressing the media because we believe that prevention, accountability and the protection of human life are not the responsibility of the government or the competent services alone. They are the responsibility of all of us. They are the responsibility of political parties, parliament, […]

22.03.2026 13:15

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Luxury goods worth thousands seized at Larnaca airport

Customs officials on Saturday discovered undeclared luxury goods of significant value in the luggage of two passengers at Larnaca Airport. In a statement, the customs department said the two passengers, of Russian origin and holding Cypriot citizenship, had arrived from Switzerland and chose to pass through the green channel at the airport, indicating they had […]

22.03.2026 12:58

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