F1 leader Russell wins Shanghai sprint for Mercedes
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F1 leader Russell wins Shanghai sprint for Mercedes

George Russell held off the fast-starting Ferraris to win the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race for Mercedes on Saturday and stretch his Formula One championship lead to 11 points. The Briton started on pole position at the Shanghai International Circuit and finished ahead of Ferrari duo Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton after an opening tussle […]

14.03.2026 14:02
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And the Oscar goes to …
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And the Oscar goes to …

This Sunday is the day the Hollywood industry gathers together in a theatre to congratulate themselves and hand out awards to one another. It is one of the oldest award ceremonies that might have lost its shine, but it is an institution that – love it or hate it – gets people talking. Best Picture […]

14.03.2026 14:00
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NATO illusions and the reality of Cyprus’ deterrence strategies
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NATO illusions and the reality of Cyprus’ deterrence strategies

In the wake of the March 2, 2026, drone strike on the British Sovereign Base at Akrotiri, President Nikos Christodoulides has moved to reorient the Republic of Cyprus’s grand strategy. His repeated declarations of intent to apply for NATO membership represent more than a reactionary policy shift; they signal a fundamental ideological departure from the […]

14.03.2026 14:00
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US strikes more than 90 Iranian military targets on Kharg Island, Centcom says
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US strikes more than 90 Iranian military targets on Kharg Island, Centcom says

United States forces executed a large-scale precision strike on Kharg Island in Iran on Friday night, the US Central Command said on Saturday. “US forces successfully struck more than 90 Iranian military targets on Kharg Island, while preserving the oil infrastructure,” Centcom said. The strike destroyed naval mine storage facilities, missile storage bunkers, and multiple […]

14.03.2026 13:41
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Spanish researchers develop low-cost artificial cornea from fish scales
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Spanish researchers develop low-cost artificial cornea from fish scales

Researchers at Spain’s University of Granada have developed an artificial cornea made from the scales of several fish ​species commonly found in markets, which could become a ‌lower-cost alternative to donor transplants for severe eye diseases. The cornea – the eye’s transparent front layer – is difficult to repair when badly damaged because it ​has […]

14.03.2026 13:30
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The Biba Story
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The Biba Story

By Mal James First conceived as a mail-order-only company in 1963, known as Biba’s Postal Boutique, the brand captured the revolutionary 1960s and 1970s attitude and style, offering trend-seekers affordable, high-fashion aesthetics and glamour akin to Paris catwalks. Influenced by art deco, Biba’s covetable mini dresses, luxurious fabrics, rich prints and colour palettes quickly achieved […]

14.03.2026 13:30
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Legal groups condemn British bases in Cyprus as ‘colonial legacy’
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Legal groups condemn British bases in Cyprus as ‘colonial legacy’

The European Lawyers for Democracy and Human Rights (ELDHR) as well as the Cyprus Democratic Lawyers Association (CDLA) condemned the continued existence of the British bases in Akrotiri and Dhekelia. In a joint statement issued on Saturday, the organisations said the bases, established in 1960 as a condition for Cyprus’ independence, were imposed without the […]

14.03.2026 12:24
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Brisk and reassuring
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Brisk and reassuring

Shrimp scampi is a dish that feels both brisk and reassuring, the sort of meal that can be prepared quickly yet still carries a sense of occasion. Plump prawns are sautéed in butter and olive oil, lifted with garlic, a squeeze of lemon and a splash of white wine. Parsley is scattered at the end, […]

14.03.2026 12:00
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Restoration work on Limnia windmill completed
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Restoration work on Limnia windmill completed

Restoration work on the historic windmill in Limnia has been completed, the United Nations development programme confirmed on Saturday. Ali Tuncay, co chairman of the Technical Committee on Cultural Heritage, said the project preserves elements of the island’s historical production systems and rural economy. “These structures are among the important legacies reflecting the island’s historical […]

14.03.2026 11:21
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Cyprus energy minister backs balanced EU energy mix at Paris nuclear summit

Cyprus energy minister backs balanced EU energy mix at Paris nuclear summit

Cyprus Energy Minister Michalis Damianou took part this week in the second Nuclear Energy Summit in Paris, representing President Nikos Christodoulides, and urged EU cooperation on building an energy system that is secure, affordable and aligned with the bloc’s climate goals. In his intervention, Damianou said all EU member states agree on the need for […]

14.03.2026 11:00
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Greek tanker hit by missile in Black Sea as crew reported safe
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Greek tanker hit by missile in Black Sea as crew reported safe

A Greek flagged and owned tanker was struck by a missile off the Russian port of Novorossiysk in the Black Sea, authorities said on Saturday, though all 24 crew members on board were reported safe. The vessel was sailing about 14 nautical miles from the port when it was hit, sustaining material damage to its […]

14.03.2026 10:57
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Masked gang invades Limassol home as teen arrested
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Masked gang invades Limassol home as teen arrested

A masked armed group forced their way into a house in Limassol on Friday night, prompting a police investigation that led to the arrest of a 19-year-old on Saturday. Police received information at around 9.30pm about a fight at a residence in the Ayia Fyla area and officers were dispatched to the scene to investigate […]

14.03.2026 10:41
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Livestock farmers block roads in protest over animal cull
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Livestock farmers block roads in protest over animal cull

Livestock farmers blocked roads in Larnaca on Saturday as protests intensified over the mandatory killing of animals linked to the outbreak of foot and mouth disease. Farmers first gathered early in the morning in the livestock area of Oroklini where they sought to prevent veterinary officials from entering units to carry out culling measures. Protesters […]

14.03.2026 10:33
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33 drunk drivers arrested in overnight police operations
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33 drunk drivers arrested in overnight police operations

Police arrested 33 drivers for drink-driving during overnight operations carried out nationwide on Friday night, as part of coordinated checks targeting traffic offences and public safety. According to a police statement issued on Saturday, organised patrols were deployed at key points where officers stopped vehicles, checked occupants and carried out inspections of premises. In total, […]

14.03.2026 10:16
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Yellow weather warning issued as heavy rain and storms set for weekend
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Yellow weather warning issued as heavy rain and storms set for weekend

A yellow weather warning has been issued as heavy rain, isolated storms and strong winds are expected from Saturday morning. The met office said the warning will be in effect from 7am on Saturday until 7am on Sunday as a new wave of unsettled weather moves across the island. Prolonged rainfall, scattered thunderstorms and strong […]

14.03.2026 10:10
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Arsenal and Man City resume title duel after woeful week for English clubs
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Arsenal and Man City resume title duel after woeful week for English clubs

After a sobering week in Europe for English clubs, some bruised egos return to domestic issues this weekend with the Premier League title race and relegation battles both reaching potentially pivotal moments. The Premier League’s boast of being the best in Europe took a bit of a hammering over 48 hours this week with none […]

14.03.2026 09:30
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Nicosia’s famous book bazaar to help strays returns
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Nicosia’s famous book bazaar to help strays returns

One of Nicosia’s biggest book bazaars makes its comeback this weekend, and, as always, all profits raised from the sales will be donated to a good cause. The Buy a Book – Save a Stray bazaar this March 14 and 15, is organised by P.A.W.S. (Protecting Animals Without Shelter) in cooperation with Yfantourgeio, to raise […]

14.03.2026 09:00
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Explosion damages Jewish school in Amsterdam
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Explosion damages Jewish school in Amsterdam

An explosion damaged a Jewish school in Amsterdam early on Saturday, in what the city’s mayor described as a deliberate attack against the Jewish community, Dutch news agency ANP reported. The explosion only caused limited damage, Mayor Femke Halsema told ANP.

14.03.2026 08:35
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Trump threatens to hit Iran’s Kharg Island oil network, US embassy in Iraq hit
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Trump threatens to hit Iran’s Kharg Island oil network, US embassy in Iraq hit

President Donald Trump threatened to strike the oil infrastructure of Iran’s Kharg Island hub unless Tehran stopped attacking vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, a warning that could further roil markets coping with a historic supply disruption. Trump paired his ultimatum with a social media post saying the United States had “totally obliterated” military targets […]

14.03.2026 08:00
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Euro banknotes remain highly secure as counterfeit rates drop
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Euro banknotes remain highly secure as counterfeit rates drop

The European Central Bank (ECB) has reported that 444,000 counterfeit euro banknotes were withdrawn from circulation in 2025, representing a 20 per cent decrease compared with the previous year. The ECB said that the number of counterfeit euro banknotes remains very low compared with the volume of genuine banknotes in circulation, highlighting the continued reliability […]

14.03.2026 08:00
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Air cargo industry urged to digitise as global supply chains face pressure
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Air cargo industry urged to digitise as global supply chains face pressure

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) this week highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry: accelerating digitalisation, strengthening global standards, and enhancing safety and security. The call came at the opening of the IATA World Cargo Symposium in Lima, Peru, where the group said the industry must build resilience in areas it can […]

14.03.2026 07:30
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