Emergency Drill Planned at Akrotiri Schools on Wednesday

Emergency Drill Planned at Akrotiri Schools on Wednesday

An emergency preparedness drill will take place Wednesday at the Akrotiri primary school and kindergarten, officials said. The exercise was agreed during a meeting of all involved agencies and will be held in the presence of Civil Defense representatives. Authorities said the aim is to help children become familiar with current safety procedures and to […]

17.03.2026 10:45
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Elderly man injured in Latsia road collision
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Elderly man injured in Latsia road collision

A 91-year-old man was injured in a road collision in the Nicosia suburb of Latsia on Monday afternoon and is being treated at the Nicosia general hospital. According to the police, the incident occurred shortly before 1pm when, under circumstances still under investigation, a car driven by a 28-year-old woman struck the man as he […]

17.03.2026 10:41
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Paphos Colts launch new kit
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Paphos Colts launch new kit

The Paphos Colts have stepped onto the training field with a renewed sense of pride this season,unveiling their brand-new kit generously provided by Elmon and organised with the support ofJames Heaton. The Colts, part of Paphos Rugby Union Football Club, continue to grow in strength as playerstrain hard each week, building the skills, discipline, and […]

17.03.2026 10:34
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Today’s weather: Cloudy, spring temperatures
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Today’s weather: Cloudy, spring temperatures

Tuesday’s weather is expected to be mostly cloudy across most of the island, with temperatures set to rise to 19 degrees Celsius inland and on the southeastern coast, 18 degrees Celsius on the rest of the coasts, and 11 degrees Celsius in the mountains. Overnight, the skies will remain cloudy, with temperatures set to drop […]

17.03.2026 10:32
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Man City have belief they can stage comeback against Real, Guardiola says
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Man City have belief they can stage comeback against Real, Guardiola says

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola did not need to convince his players that they could overturn a 3-0 Champions League deficit against Real Madrid, he said on Monday, adding that it was a game where many things can happen. The English side face a daunting task at home against the record 15-times European champions, who […]

17.03.2026 10:29
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Spread of foot and mouth to Yeri, Dali ‘unfortunate’ but not unforeseen
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Spread of foot and mouth to Yeri, Dali ‘unfortunate’ but not unforeseen

The spread of foot and mouth disease to Yeri and Dali in the Nicosia district is “unfortunate”, veterinary association chairman Demetris Epaminondas said on Tuesday, though he did stress that it was not unforeseen. “The spread to Yeri and Dali is something which was within the possible scenarios … It is an unfortunate event, but it […]

17.03.2026 10:24
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Attacks on UAE’s Fujairah port, Shah gas field add to energy disruptions
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Attacks on UAE’s Fujairah port, Shah gas field add to energy disruptions

Operations at the United Arab Emirates’ Shah gas field remained suspended on Tuesday following a drone attack, while a fresh attack caused a fire in the port of Fujairah, a key export terminal where oil loading by state firm ADNOC has been halted. The cascading disruptions threaten to completely sever the OPEC producer’s remaining crude […]

17.03.2026 09:42
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How much do we really know about women artists?
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How much do we really know about women artists?

The third edition of GoetheKino is here, bringing film screenings to Nicosia’s cultural scene under the theme Questions of her Own. Organised by the Goethe-Institut Cyprus with the support of the Visual Artists and Art Theorists Association – phytorio, the film series kicks off in March, Women’s History Month, and runs until May, opening up […]

17.03.2026 09:42
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Future of British bases in Cyprus ‘not in question’
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Future of British bases in Cyprus ‘not in question’

The future of the United Kingdom’s sovereign bases in Cyprus is “not in question”, the country’s parliamentary undersecretary of state for the armed forces Al Carns has said. “Our sovereign base in Cyprus is not in question,” he told the country’s parliament, before saying that when the country’s Defence Secretary John Healey had visited the […]

17.03.2026 09:22
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Cyprus to Submit Bills Strengthening Financial Ombudsman and Protecting Primary Homes

Cyprus to Submit Bills Strengthening Financial Ombudsman and Protecting Primary Homes

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos has said  the government will submit two bills aimed at strengthening the authority of the Financial Ombudsman and improving protections for primary residences. Speaking after a Cabinet meeting, Keravnos said the first bill upgrades the Ombudsman’s debt‑verification mechanism, giving the office the power to restructure loans and allowing borrowers to seek […]

17.03.2026 09:15
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Cyprus’ youth talk money: What I wish they’d taught in school
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Cyprus’ youth talk money: What I wish they’d taught in school

By Marina Petrou If I had to choose one financial lesson I wish I’d learnt in school, it would be that money management is a skill you have to learn. It doesn’t just come naturally! At school, money was never really discussed, especially in a practical way. We were taught how to solve equations and […]

17.03.2026 09:00
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Charles de Gaulle remains south of Limassol, France denies plans to deploy to Red Sea
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Charles de Gaulle remains south of Limassol, France denies plans to deploy to Red Sea

The French aircraft carrier the Charles de Gaulle is located south of Limassol, according to radar data. Open-source intelligence website Itamilradar reported that reconnaissance drones belonging to the French navy had been spotted on radars flying south of Cyprus, thus indicating the ship’s position. The drone used was a Schiebel Camcopter S-100 – a rotary-wing […]

17.03.2026 08:50
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Warning issued for possible US military operations off Karpasia coast
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Warning issued for possible US military operations off Karpasia coast

A notice to airmen (Notam) has been issued regarding possible operations carried out by the United States’ military off the coast of Cyprus’ Karpas peninsula. The warning states that there will be “possible military operations” in the skies off the coast of the peninsula, with pilots flying through that area urged to “exercise caution, monitor […]

17.03.2026 08:24
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CySEC aligns local rules with European digital resilience standards
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CySEC aligns local rules with European digital resilience standards

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) recently announced the adoption of European guidelines on outsourcing to cloud service providers, while it also issued a reminder regarding updated stress test rules for money market funds. The developments were outlined in two separate circulars which together address cloud outsourcing arrangements for certain depositaries and requirements for […]

17.03.2026 08:12
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Trump ramps up pressure on Cuba with provocative takeover remarks
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Trump ramps up pressure on Cuba with provocative takeover remarks

President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric against Cuba on Monday, saying he expected to have the “honor” of “taking Cuba in some form” and that “I can do anything I want” with the neighboring country. The threatening statements come even as Cuba and the United States have opened talks aimed at improving their largely adverse […]

17.03.2026 08:06
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US remains top trading partner for European transport services
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US remains top trading partner for European transport services

The European Union recorded a €36.3 billion trade surplus in transport services in 2024, reflecting the bloc’s strong position in international transport markets, according to Eurostat. According to the data, EU countries exported transport services worth €258.7 billion to countries outside the EU during 2024. At the same time, imports of transport services into the […]

17.03.2026 07:50
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Trump accuses allies of ingratitude over Hormuz naval standoff
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Trump accuses allies of ingratitude over Hormuz naval standoff

President Donald Trump accused some Western allies of ingratitude after several countries rebuffed his demand to send warships to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran continued to target oil facilities in the Gulf. The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is in its third week with no end in sight. The critical Strait […]

17.03.2026 07:49
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Cyprus Business Now: hiring foreign nurses, tourism, property, CySEC
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Cyprus Business Now: hiring foreign nurses, tourism, property, CySEC

The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) on Monday expressed “deep disappointment and strong concern” over the postponement by the House health committee of the examination of two legislative amendments aimed at facilitating the employment of nurses from third countries. The federation said the proposed amendments had been submitted by the Health Ministry, with the objective […]

17.03.2026 07:30
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Government to Approve Nine‑Point Package on Foot‑and‑Mouth Response

Government to Approve Nine‑Point Package on Foot‑and‑Mouth Response

President Nikos Christodoulides has said that a government is judged by how it handles crises, as he opened a meeting of the Council of Ministers. He said the cabinet would approve a package of nine measures to address the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak. The plan focuses on three goals: fully compensating affected farmers, supporting their income and […]

17.03.2026 07:00
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Eurobank initiative teaches first aid to young participants
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Eurobank initiative teaches first aid to young participants

Eurobank recently organised a first aid training event for the children of its employees in Nicosia, offering a hands-on educational experience designed to teach life-saving skills to participants aged six to twelve. The initiative was held as part of the bank’s #VolunteersChallenge volunteer action, which continues for another year with strong participation and engagement. During […]

17.03.2026 07:00
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CBC balance sheet reaches €27.99 billion
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CBC balance sheet reaches €27.99 billion

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has announced that its total assets and liabilities reached €27.99 billion at the end of the previous month. According to the balance sheet as of February 28, 2026, the largest single component of the institution’s assets was intra-Eurosystem claims, which amounted to €18.33 billion. The bank reported that its […]

17.03.2026 06:40
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Cyprus Recalls Two Coffee Makers Over Burn‑Risk Safety Defects

Cyprus Recalls Two Coffee Makers Over Burn‑Risk Safety Defects

Cyprus’ Department of Electromechanical Services on Monday announced the recall and withdrawal of two Cypriot‑coffee makers after inspectors found they pose a serious burn risk. The affected products are: • RAF R.150 • SILVER LB170 Both devices, classified as kitchen appliances, were found to violate safety requirements under the EU Low Voltage Directive. Authorities said […]

17.03.2026 06:39
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