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Upcoming concert explores connection between music and play

If you have ever wondered if a musical composition can be born from everyday objects or musical toys, this is the event to head to. A spin-off of the Toyful Music Festival, which happened in Limassol in 2024 and 2025, is coming to Nicosia this Friday, March 13, for a unique concert. The Toyful Music […]

11.03.2026 14:26

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Iran fires back at bases and ships despite war’s most intensive strikes

Iran fired at Israel and targets across the Middle East on Wednesday, while at least three ships were hit in the Gulf, demonstrating Tehran can still fight back and disrupt energy supplies despite the most intense U.S.-Israeli strikes yet. Oil prices that shot up earlier this week have eased and stock markets have rebounded, with […]

11.03.2026 14:16

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War ‘has already touched on European soil’, MEPs discuss Cyprus drone strike

War “has already touched on European soil”, Dutch member of the European Parliament Jeroen Lenaers warned on Wednesday, as lawmakers discussed the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the drone strike on Cyprus which occurred last week. Lenaers was making his remarks at the plenary session in Strasbourg on behalf of the European People’s […]

11.03.2026 14:13

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Smart home trends shaping modern living in Cyprus

Modern housing is increasingly shaped by the way it supports everyday life. Buyers and homeowners no longer focus only on location, square metres, or visual appeal. Comfort, flexibility, efficiency, and security now play a major role in how people evaluate a property. This broader shift has made smart home technology a more relevant part of […]

11.03.2026 14:00

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SafeCY app upgraded to send urgent alerts, 170,000 downloads so far

Apart from using SafeCY to find the nearest bomb shelter, people will now be notified on their phones through the app of an imminent danger at the moment it appears and urged to take cover, the interior ministry and deputy digital policy ministry announced on Wednesday. So far, over 170,000 people have downloaded the app […]

11.03.2026 13:44

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Greek-owned bulker among three vessels hit near Hormuz

Three commercial vessels were hit in and around the Strait of Hormuz within the space of a few hours on March 11, including a Greek-linked bulk carrier, as renewed attacks sharpened concern over security in one of the world’s most critical shipping corridors. Maritime security alerts and industry reports identified the vessels as the Star […]

11.03.2026 13:36

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Are you beach ready?

By Dina Gavarieva With spring bringing warmer days and summer just around the corner, many of us are beginning to think about getting ‘beach ready.’ It’s a thought that can stir up all sorts of feelings, especially for those who have lived a little, laughed a lot, and perhaps enjoyed one too many leisurely lunches […]

11.03.2026 13:30

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Cyprus online shoppers among least likely in EU to face problems

Cyprus has recorded one of the lowest rates of online shopping problems in the European Union, with around 15.68 per cent of consumers reporting issues when buying through websites or apps, according to Eurostat. The findings come from the 2025 survey on the use of information and communication technologies, which examined the experiences of people […]

11.03.2026 13:19

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Two arson suspects remanded in custody

Two people were remanded in custody on Wednesday in connection with arson in Anoyira, Limassol, resulting in a fire that burned about 600 square metres of wild vegetation on March 8. The Limassol district court issued five-day remand orders against the suspects – a man aged 48 and a woman aged 51 – to facilitate […]

11.03.2026 13:12

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Nicosia park and ride bus route suspended due to driver shortage

Pame Express, the park and ride bus service from GSP stadium into Nicosia, will be suspended as of March 23, due to a continuous shortage of drivers. Cyprus Public Transport said on Wednesday that efforts were being made to find a solution and restore the service as soon as possible. The company apologised to its […]

11.03.2026 13:07

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Eurobank presents new generation of cards

The banking experience is being redefined and Eurobank, as part of the continuous enhancement of its products, is introducing a new generation of cards, marking a significant renewal that combines modern design, environmental responsibility and added value for the customer. The new cards feature a vertical, contemporary design aligned with the standards of the digital […]

11.03.2026 13:05

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Cypriot lawmaker backs EU action on housing for low income families

The European Parliament this week adopted a sweeping set of recommendations to tackle the European housing crisis, a move welcomed by a Cypriot lawmaker who said the decision sends a strong signal that the EU is taking action to support young families and vulnerable households. The report, prepared by the parliament’s Special Committee on the […]

11.03.2026 13:04

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Extradition to Germany underway for man arrested in Larnaca

The extradition process to Germany is underway for a Lebanese national arrested in Larnaca on terrorism charges, subject to a European arrest warrant issued by the German authorities, Cyprus police said on Wednesday. Police communications branch officer Michalis Michail confirmed that the individual was detained on Friday following a European arrest warrant. A police representative […]

11.03.2026 12:58

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Woman found dead on footpath in Limassol

A woman was found dead on a footpath in Limassol on Wednesday, the police confirmed. A police spokesperson told the Cyprus Mail that the woman was found in the east of the city, within the boundaries of the Amathus municipality. More to follow…

11.03.2026 12:43

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Adebayo explodes for 83 points, second highest in NBA history

Bam Adebayo produced the second-highest single-game scoring total in NBA history, putting up 83 points as the host Miami Heat beat the Washington Wizards 150-129 on Tuesday night. The 28-year-old center scored 31 points in the first quarter en route to passing Kobe Bryant (81 points in 2006) for second place on the single-game list. […]

11.03.2026 12:38

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Sinner edges into Indian Wells quarters; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

World number two Jannik Sinner survived a stern test from Joao Fonseca on Tuesday to reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals, while women’s world number one Aryna Sabalenka eased past 16th seed Naomi Osaka 6-2 6-4 to progress to the women’s last eight. Sinner was pushed hard by the 19-year-old Brazilian, trailing 6-3 in the first […]

11.03.2026 12:34

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38 incidences of foot and mouth disease detected so far

A total of 38 incidences of foot and mouth disease have been detected since the start of the outbreak of the disease in Larnaca last month, veterinary services department spokeswoman Sotiria Georgiadou said on Wednesday. In this context, an “incidence” is considered to be one farm, given that upon the detection of one positive case […]

11.03.2026 12:31

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ADHD association urges Gesy to include occupational therapy

The Cyprus ADHD Support Association called on authorities on Wednesday to integrate private occupational therapy into the general health system (Gesy), saying the service is a basic therapeutic need for many children with ADHD. The association said occupational therapy helps children regulate sensory stimuli, develop executive functions and strengthen daily life skills, supporting school integration […]

11.03.2026 12:20

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Cyprus state payroll sees steady increase in permanent staff

Total government employment in Cyprus reached 55,331 persons during February 2026, marking a marginal increase of 35 employees compared to the same month in the previous year, according to the state statistical service (Cystat). This figure represents a growth of 0.1 per cent in the state workforce over the twelve-month period ending in February. Within […]

11.03.2026 12:13

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Pistol and explosives seized in Limassol

Police in Limassol seized a pistol and explosives yesterday after discovering them in an open area in the district said on Wednesday. Officers, acting on a tip, found the pistol, without a magazine, and five pieces of explosive material weighing a total of 670 grams. A pyrotechnician and explosives investigators from Limassol police examined the […]

11.03.2026 12:06

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Horror night for Spurs against Atletico

Atletico Madrid tore Tottenham Hotspur apart in a stunning first-half blitz on Tuesday, powering to a 5-2 victory in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie and leaving the Premier League side with a mountain to climb in London. The visitors’ 22-year-old goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky endured a night to forget on his first […]

11.03.2026 12:06

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Building evacuated after dumped waste causes fire

A Lakatamia residential building was evacuated on Tuesday afternoon after a fire erupted in the building’s elevator shaft, the fire department said on Wednesday. According to the fire department, the fire was caused by waste materials which had been dumped in the elevator shaft, resulting in minor damage to the stairwell and a number of […]

11.03.2026 12:04

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Bus catches fire near Limassol primary school

A fire broke out in a bus parked near a primary school in the Limassol area in the early hours of Wednesday. The bus driver was able to get out safely from the burning vehicle without injury, while the engine was badly damaged. According to the fire department, the bus driver was inside the vehicle […]

11.03.2026 12:01

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Greece to cap profit margins on fuel, supermarkets, PM says

Greece will impose a cap on profit margins on fuel and products on supermarket shelves for three months to fight speculation from rising energy prices as a result of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Wednesday. “This turmoil should not lead to profiteering,” Mitsotakis said during a monthly meeting with […]

11.03.2026 11:56

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