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Over 650,000 renewed road tax before deadline

A total of 677,133 vehicles have had their road tax renewed as of March 8, compared to 680,670 by the same date last year, the road transport department (TOM) said on Monday. Vehicle owners have until midnight on Wednesday to renew them for 2026 without extra charge. Late renewals will incur a €10 fine plus […]

09.03.2026 16:17

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Welfare minister urges Brussels to step up child poverty prevention

Decisive action is required to combat child poverty in the European Union, with current estimates putting quarter of the EU’s infant population – 20 million children – at risk, deputy minister of social welfare Clea Hadjistefanou-Papaellina said on Monday. “The timing is particularly important, as the first ever EU anti-poverty strategy is to be presented […]

09.03.2026 15:51

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Australians find porn sites blocked as online age-restrictions take effect

Australians were downloading virtual private networks (VPNs) in droves, while one of the world’s largest porn distributors said it was blocking users from its platforms as the country rolled out sweeping online age restrictions on Monday. Last December, Australia became the first country to impose a nationwide ban on teenagers using social media. A separate […]

09.03.2026 15:50

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Turkey says second Iranian ballistic missile shot down by NATO defences in airspace

Turkey said on Monday that NATO air defences shot down a second ballistic missile that was fired from Iran and had entered Turkish airspace, warning it will take any necessary steps against threats. This marks the second Iranian ballistic missile in the last week that has targeted the south of Turkey, which is a NATO […]

09.03.2026 15:45

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus Health Minister Says National Capacity Plan Due by End of March

Cyprus’ long‑awaited national health capacity plan is expected to be completed by the end of March, Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides told parliament’s Health Committee. Charalambides, addressing lawmakers in his first committee appearance since taking office, said a draft of the “capacity planning” report has already been delivered, with final submission due within the month. A […]

09.03.2026 15:30

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Cyprus mums getting the support they need

Motherhood is often described as joyful, transformative and fulfilling. What is often overlooked are the feelings of isolation, even for women who are fortunate enough to be surrounded by family and support. Many new mothers in Cyprus report that the emotional shift after birth is harder than they anticipated, and there are not many organised […]

09.03.2026 15:27

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Cyprus hotel managers urge calm until normality returns

The hotel industry should remain calm and show restraint as international developments continue to unfold, the Cyprus Hotel Managers Association (Pasydixe) said on Monday, urging the sector to act responsibly until conditions stabilise. In a statement, the association said such periods usually bring short-term turbulence, largely driven by intense international news coverage and the initial […]

09.03.2026 15:24

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Baghaei denies Iran launched attacks on Cyprus

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei dismissed reports that Iranian munitions had been launched towards Turkey, Cyprus and Azerbaijan in the past few days. “No offensives were initiated from Iranian territory” towards these countries, he said. Baghaei also suggested some of the reported attacks may have been “staged”, saying “we have warned repeatedly that the […]

09.03.2026 15:24

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Government warns over hidden electronic car door handles

The road transport department (TOM) on Monday warned over hidden electronic car door handles after safety incidents abroad where vehicle doors failed to open during emergencies. The department said international road safety organisations have recorded cases in which these handles malfunctioned after traffic accidents or even during fires, making it difficult or impossible for passengers […]

09.03.2026 15:11

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Petrolina-Cyprus Olympic Committee gold partnership boosts path to 2028 Games

The Cyprus Olympic Committee and Petrolina announce the signing of a sponsorship agreement, with Petrolina assuming the role of Gold Partner for the period 2025-2028, sealing a strategic alliance built on shared values, a common vision and a longstanding commitment to society and sport. The agreement was signed on March 5, 2026, at Petrolina’s headquarters […]

09.03.2026 14:42

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‘King Charles’ trip to US should be cancelled over Trump comments’

A planned visit by King Charles to the United States should be cancelled after President Donald Trump repeatedly insulted Britain, the leader of the country’s third-biggest party in parliament said on Monday. Trump has repeatedly criticised Prime Minister Keir Starmer after London initially blocked the U.S. from using British bases to attack Iran, saying he […]

09.03.2026 14:26

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Oil prices hit highest since 2022 at more than $119 a barrel on Iran war

Oil prices surged to more than $119 a barrel on Monday, hitting levels not seen since mid-2022, as some major producers cut supplies and fears of prolonged shipping disruptions gripped the market due to the expanding U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Brent crude futures LCOc1 were up $12.77, or 14%, at $105.46 per barrel at 1126 […]

09.03.2026 14:22

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HEATWAVE: The Hottest Fitness Festival is back!

The 3rd Annual Fitness Festival returns to Limassol on 25th & 26th April, back on deck at Molos, bringing together the island’s fitness community for two high-energy days by the sea. Doors open from 9:00am-18:30pm on both Friday 25th and Saturday 26th April. TRAINING & PROGRAMMING This year, the festival proudly welcomes back a powerhouse […]

09.03.2026 14:19

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London forum showcases Cyprus as a stable high-tech hub

Cyprus’ transition into a high-tech European investment hub took center stage at the Financial Times’ London headquarters last month, as the island’s tech sector now rivals tourism in its contribution to the national economy. This was facilitated by Invest Cyprus, which successfully organised an international investment conference in London on February 26 in the English […]

09.03.2026 14:18

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Jailed Erdogan rival clashes with judge as Turkey corruption trial begins

Istanbul’s jailed mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, argued with the presiding judge on Monday in a chaotic start to a sweeping corruption trial that could extinguish the ambition of Tayyip Erdogan’s main rival to become president at Turkey’s next election. Imamoglu, 55, demanded permission to speak and urged the judge to “respect the right of people to […]

09.03.2026 14:09

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Cancelled EU meetings rescheduled

Cancelled EU informal ministerial councils, put on hold due to escalating tension in the Middle East that affected flights to and from the island, have been rescheduled. The informal telecommunication (TTE Telecom) council will be held in Cyprus on April 29 and 30, followed by the informal general affairs council on May 10 and 11. […]

09.03.2026 14:09

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus President Pledges Support for Farmers Hit by Foot‑and‑Mouth Outbreak

President Nikos Christodoulides assured farmers affected by the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak that the government will stand by them, following a wide‑ranging meeting at the Presidential Palace. Addressing those impacted, Christodoulides said the government and the agricultural sector share “a common goal” and will work together to shape a strategy to contain and resolve the crisis. He […]

09.03.2026 14:00

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Cyprus fuel prices expected to rise further as global oil costs surge

Fuel prices in Cyprus are expected to rise further in the coming weeks after the recent surge in global oil prices, petrol station owners’ association chairman Savvas Prokopiou said on Monday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Prokopiou said crude prices had climbed sharply in recent days, with a barrel rising from around $93 […]

09.03.2026 13:37

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What’s new on Netflix? Podcasts!

In a turn of events that probably signals the beginning of a battle with YouTube for online video supremacy, Netflix announced a deal last October to include video versions of podcasts in its library. Not everyone was thrilled, as podcast purists still consider it an audio medium and video just an accompaniment. The thought of […]

09.03.2026 13:30

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Macron, Mitsotakis arrive in Cyprus

French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis arrived at the Andreas Papandreou airbase in Paphos early on Monday afternoon for a tripartite meeting with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Mitsotakis arrived first and is joined in Cyprus by his Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis, with Macron’s presidential jet touching down in Paphos while the Greek […]

09.03.2026 13:28

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Hybrids now make up nearly half of new car registrations in Cyprus

Cyprus experienced a sharp increase in motor vehicle registrations in 2026, with hybrid vehicles significantly expanding their share of new passenger car registrations during the first two months of the year. Specifically, motor vehicle registrations reached 9,020 during January and February, according to the Cyprus Statistical Service’s (Cystat) latest report. This marks a 15.1 per […]

09.03.2026 13:28

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UCLan Cyprus offers Technical Schools students pathway to Athens Fashion Week

The School of Arts, Media & Communication at UCLan Cyprus and its BA (Hons) Fashion Design programme continue to reinforce their leadership in creative education through a new initiative connecting secondary and higher education with the professional fashion industry. During their visit to the University’s premises, where they attended our specialised fashion workshops, students from […]

09.03.2026 13:21

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Foot-and-mouth outbreak spreads to 34 farms

All confirmed cases of Foot-and-mouth disease so far have been identified in the Larnaca district, though the disease has spread to 34 farms within the containment zone, the Veterinary Services of Cyprus said on Monday. Spokeswoman Soteria Georgiades said inspections, testing and vaccinations were continuing across the island. So far, 159,100 vaccine doses for sheep […]

09.03.2026 13:19

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Greek shipping tycoon defies Hormuz blockade

Billionaire shipowner George Prokopiou sent at least five tankers through the Strait of Hormuz this week, the Wall Street Journal reported, in one of the boldest moves of his long shipping career as freight rates surged amid rising military tension in the Middle East.  The report said Prokopiou’s vessels were among the very few commercial ships to pass through the strategic waterway after […]

09.03.2026 13:16

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