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Ripple price update: Why XRP is falling while top cryptos and utility protocol rebound

While Bitcoin and several utility-focused protocols are attempting to stage a recovery from recent lows, Ripple (XRP) is struggling to maintain its footing. As of today, XRP has experienced a notable pullback, diverging from the broader “relief rally” seen in other sectors of the crypto economy. This downward pressure comes at a time when institutional […]

05.03.2026 16:30

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Civil Defence to re-evaluate shelters across Cyprus

Authorities in Cyprus are reinspecting bomb shelters across the island and reviewing emergency systems, Civil Defence confirmed on Thursday. Civil Defence spokesperson Panayiotis Liasidis told CNA that inspections will be carried out in collaboration with other competent services to re-evaluate and reinspect shelters. This comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following the US-Israel […]

05.03.2026 16:18

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Cyprus government warns duration of Middle East crisis will define economic fallout

Cyprus economy resilient enough to withstand regional shock, says spokesman Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Thursday said that the Cyprus government is conducting ongoing assessments of the economic impact of the crisis caused by the conflict with Iran, stressing that its duration will determine the scale of consequences for the country. Speaking during a briefing […]

05.03.2026 16:08

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Serena might eye Wimbledon for comeback, Djokovic says

Novak Djokovic has suggested that Serena Williams could see Wimbledon as the ideal venue to return to tennis if the 23-times Grand Slam champion decides to make a comeback to the game later this year. The 44-year-old American has not played since the 2022 U.S. Open, after which she said she was “evolving away from […]

05.03.2026 16:08

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The GRAMMAR JUNIOR School

Give Your Child the Gift of a World-Class Education at The Grammar Junior School At The Grammar Junior School in Nicosia, we believe that every child matters. We offer a holistic education that combines strong academic foundations with character development, creativity, and real-world skills. Our aim is to nurture confident, curious learners who grow into […]

05.03.2026 16:00

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Council of EU presidency goes online as regional crisis continues

Meetings held under the auspices of Cyprus’ holding of the Council of the European Union’s rotating presidency are now being held online rather than in person, with the ongoing conflict in the Middle East impacting the island’s transport links with Europe. “As regards the meetings of working groups, committees, and conferences, many of those meetings […]

05.03.2026 15:53

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BuySell unveils map search to give full view of Cyprus property market

BuySell, the leading real-estate marketplace in Cyprus, has launched a major upgrade to the property search experience: Map Search, a feature that allows users to view and filter more than 150,000 properties for sale and rent across Cyprus directly on an interactive map, combined with Satellite View and Street View virtual exploration. The new feature […]

05.03.2026 15:26

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MI6 chief to meet Christodoulides as Cyprus steps up security consultations

President Nikos Christodoulides will meet the head of Britain’s foreign intelligence service (MI6), Blaise Metreweli, on Friday at the presidential palace, as Cyprus intensifies high-level security consultations amid rising regional tensions. According to the official programme released by the presidency, Christodoulides will receive Metreweli at 9am. The meeting comes at a sensitive moment for the […]

05.03.2026 15:23

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Is Cyprus in danger?

A few days after Iranian drones started attacking the British Bases in Cyprus, we asked a selection of people in Nicosia if they felt threatened or in danger, and who they blamed for the war.

05.03.2026 15:19

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Fourth suspect arrested for assault against driver

The police arrested a 23-year-old man on Wednesday afternoon in connection with the assault against a 46-year-old in Limassol. He is the fourth suspect to be arrested for the February 12 incident. The other three, aged 22, 21 and 17, were arrested on February 16. The 46-year-old reported the incident on February 13, saying that […]

05.03.2026 15:14

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The cost of studying in the UK

By Philippa Tracy Historically, the UK has been a very popular university destination for students from Cyprus. But in the aftermath of Brexit, from 2020 the number of Cypriot students applying to UK universities dropped by nearly 50 per cent. Last year, the British Council said fewer than 5,000 Cypriot students enrolled in UK universities. […]

05.03.2026 15:00

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Falling fuel and energy prices keep Cyprus inflation in check

Inflation in Cyprus remained almost flat in February, reaching just 0.1 per cent, as a drop in energy costs offset rising prices in the services sector, according to the latest report from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). According to Cystat, the consumer price index in February 2026 decreased by 0.12 points, reaching 99.86 units compared […]

05.03.2026 14:53

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Frederick uni academic ranked among world’s top 0.05% of scholars in his field

Frederick University proudly announces that Andreas Poullikkas, Professor of Energy Systems at the School of Engineering, has been recognised as a 2025 “Highly Ranked Scholar” by the international analytics platform ScholarGPS, placing him among the top 0.05 per cent of scholars worldwide in his field. ScholarGPS honours Highly Ranked Scholars for exceptional productivity, impact and […]

05.03.2026 14:53

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Cyprus IT sector calls for reform to boost competitiveness

Cyprus’ information technology sector called for urgent reforms in the way informatics is taught in schools, warning that the country risks falling behind if education does not keep pace with technological change. Speaking at the Teachers for STEM conference organised by the Cyprus Computer Society (CCS), George Malekkos, president of Cyprus IT Enterprises Association (CITEA), […]

05.03.2026 14:46

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ComplyMAP Group global operations come under Complyport brand

ComplyMAP Group announces that, effective March 2, 2026, all companies within the Group (Complyport, MAP S.Platis, MAP FinTech, GentiumUK and Spinebiz) will operate under a single, global brand: Complyport. This strategic move marks a defining milestone in the Group’s evolution into a fully integrated, global compliance, governance, risk and RegTech powerhouse. Complyport now operates through […]

05.03.2026 14:45

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Azerbaijan vows to respond after four injured by Iranian drones

Azerbaijan warned on Thursday that it was preparing unspecified response measures after two Iranian drones flew across its border and injured four people in the Nakhchivan exclave, raising concern about further spillover of the conflict in the Middle East. “These attacks will not remain unanswered,” the Azerbaijani Defence Ministry said in a statement. It added […]

05.03.2026 14:42

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Cyprus trails northern Europe in electric car adoption

Cyprus remains stuck in the slow lane of Europe’s green transition, with electric vehicles accounting for just 0.51 per cent of the island’s passenger car fleet in 2024, according to Eurostat. Because of its size, Cyprus is treated as a single region in the dataset examining the share of electric passenger cars by region in […]

05.03.2026 14:40

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Turkish VP Yilmaz warns against use of island for military operations

Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz on Thursday travelled to Cyprus, and used his visit to warn against “the use of the island in operations targeting the Middle East”. He said during a press conference at the north’s Ercan (Tymbou) airport that such operations “pose a risk to all countries in the region”, and that “the […]

05.03.2026 14:34

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Employers’ federation head calls for calm to protect Cyprus economy

Cypriot Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) president George Pantelidis, on Thursday called for the immediate continuation of daily social and business activity in Cyprus, warning that unnecessary disruptions could lead to avoidable economic losses amid the crisis in the Middle East. In a written statement, Pantelidis said the government has assured that Cyprus does not […]

05.03.2026 14:33

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Joy of UK’s Iranian diaspora turning to fear as conflict rocks homeland

In an area of London known as Little Tehran, the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prompted spontaneous street parties, dancing and fireworks. Shoppers still smile as some stores hand out sweet pastries, traditional in Persian culture when there’s cause for celebration. But as the bombardment of their homeland enters its sixth day, the joy is […]

05.03.2026 14:32

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Meet Joey by Bank of Cyprus – the Banking app for children and teens

In an era full of socio economic changes, financial literacy from childhood has become essential, as it equips children with important knowledge that will benefit them throughout their lives. Joey, the banking app from the Bank of Cyprus, serves exactly this purpose through a smart, interactive, and fun approach. Designed for children and teenagers aged […]

05.03.2026 14:30

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Larnaca water supply reduction shifts attention to bathroom efficiency

Water restrictions in Cyprus often arrive as lower pressure and changing delivery schedules. In Larnaca, residents are checking taps more often and timing chores around erratic pressure and delivery schedules as water supply is reduced. Cyprus Mail reported the district-wide cuts on February 25, 2026. Many households assume meaningful savings require big renovations or uncomfortable […]

05.03.2026 14:30

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Christodoulides, Mitsotakis discuss regional hostilities

The regional hostilities were discussed on Thursday during a phone call between President Nikos Christodoulides and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Cyprus News Agency sources said they exchanged views on the situation. Meanwhile, Reuters reported that French President Emmanuel Macron spoke with the prime ministers of Italy and Greece and to coordinate on sending military resources to […]

05.03.2026 14:24

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Cabinet approves up to €50,000 interim payouts to FMD-hit farmers

The cabinet approved on Thursday an advance payment of up to €50,000 per livestock unit for farmers affected by the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, as authorities seek to contain the spread of the virus and cushion the financial impact on the livestock sector. Agriculture minister Maria Panayiotou said the payment would be made as an initial […]

05.03.2026 13:24

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