UK summons Iranian ambassador over Cyprus drone strike
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UK summons Iranian ambassador over Cyprus drone strike

British Middle East Minister Hamish Falconer announced that he has summoned Iran’s ambassador in London to protest the country’s “role in recent events across the Middle East”, including the firing of a drone which hit the British Akrotiri air force base in Cyprus on Monday. The British government stated that the summons “follows escalatory behaviour […]

05.03.2026 11:02
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Building with Lego can help teens talk about life’s big questions
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Building with Lego can help teens talk about life’s big questions

By Martha Shaw and Alexis Stones The endless creativity that Lego bricks present means they can be used for far more than following instructions to build the model on the front of the box. Our research uses Lego to get young people talking to each other about identity, belonging and participation in society.We draw on […]

05.03.2026 11:00
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Presidential jet to be used for emergency transplant flights
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Presidential jet to be used for emergency transplant flights

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday that the presidential aircraft, Cyprus Airforce One (CAF001), will be at the disposal for the urgent air transport of transplant patients and organs once it returns to service. Speaking at the start of a cabinet meeting at the presidential palace, Christodoulides said the decision forms part of a wider […]

05.03.2026 10:59
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DEUCE final summit sees UNIC present on EU cross-border enforcement in digital age
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DEUCE final summit sees UNIC present on EU cross-border enforcement in digital age

Over February 19-20, 2026, University of Nicosia (UNIC) research associate Eva Manolova participated as a guest speaker at the Final Conference of the DEUCE Project (Digitalising EU Cross-Border Enforcement for Consumers: Pathways to Effective Justice in the Digital Single Market). The event was held live in Brussels, as well as streamed online. Manolova presented our […]

05.03.2026 10:57
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Dendias: Cyprus can now feel safe
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Dendias: Cyprus can now feel safe

Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias said that Cyprus “can now feel safe from Iranian fire” after his country deployed two frigates and four fighter jets to the island in the aftermath of it being hit by an Iranian-made drone. “Greece is fully protected from possible fire amid the crisis in the Middle East, while Cyprus […]

05.03.2026 10:46
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Cyprus to Review Emergency Alert System After Delays in Test

Cyprus to Review Emergency Alert System After Delays in Test

Cyprus’ Interior Ministry said Thursday it will review the system used to send emergency text alerts after a test showed that delivery times varied significantly among mobile providers. In a statement, the ministry said the purpose of the trial was to assess how quickly the public could be notified if precautionary self‑protection measures were needed. […]

05.03.2026 10:45
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England have belief and skills to take down India, says Brook
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England have belief and skills to take down India, says Brook

England are drawing confidence from a run of tight victories ahead of their Twenty20 World Cup semi-final against India, captain Harry Brook said, adding that his team’s resilience would be a key factor on Thursday at the Wankhede Stadium. England’s route to the last four has not all been smooth sailing, with the two-time champions […]

05.03.2026 10:37
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Arsenal seize control as City slip, Chelsea thrash Villa, United lose
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Arsenal seize control as City slip, Chelsea thrash Villa, United lose

Arsenal seized control of the Premier League title race as Bukayo Saka’s goal secured a priceless 1-0 win at Brighton and Hove Albion and Manchester City could only draw 2-2 at home to relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest on Wednesday. Mikel Arteta’s side went into their south coast assignment leading the table but looking over their shoulders […]

05.03.2026 10:30
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Fatal accident reconstruction on Napa highway
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Fatal accident reconstruction on Napa highway

The Larnaca-Ayia Napa highway will be closed for two hours on Thursday evening for the reconstruction of a fatal accident that happened on February 13, the Dhekelia British bases police announced. The highway will close at 9pm and reopen at 11pm, in the direction of Ayia Napa, between exits 63 for the local stadium and […]

05.03.2026 10:24
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Extension cable causes fire in Pano Polemidia
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Extension cable causes fire in Pano Polemidia

A plugged-in extension cable caused a house fire on Wednesday night in Pano Polemidia, Limassol. All residents managed to exit the house safely, the fire brigade said. Spokesman Andreas Kettis said the fire was reported just after 9pm and was put out an hour later. The fire started in a bedroom, causing extensive damage and […]

05.03.2026 10:19
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Planet Builders enters strategic JV with Germany’s Lindner Group
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Planet Builders enters strategic JV with Germany’s Lindner Group

The PlanetBuilders, one of Cyprus’ most capable and fast‑growing construction firms, is proud to announce a strategic joint venture with Lindner Group, the globally recognised German construction and engineering conglomerate, operating in more than 40 countries. With over 60 years of experience, 8,000 employees and 3,000 construction sites worldwide, Lindner Group brings unparalleled technical depth […]

05.03.2026 10:15
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Possible spread of foot and mouth disease detected
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Possible spread of foot and mouth disease detected

The Veterinary Services are on alert after a positive case of case of foot-and-mouth disease has been located in a cattle unit in Dromolaxia. According to initial information, the unit is located outside the 10-kilometre perimeter designated as an infected area for the disease. There are around 500 animals in the unit.  The positive case […]

05.03.2026 09:47
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Cyprus police probe new crypto‑investment fraud in Paphos

Cyprus police probe new crypto‑investment fraud in Paphos

Police in Paphos are investigating a new case of online investment fraud after a 66‑year‑old man reported losing nearly €90,000 in a cryptocurrency scheme. The man told investigators that unknown individuals contacted him through various online messaging platforms between May and November 2025 and persuaded him to invest in what they claimed were cryptocurrency opportunities. […]

05.03.2026 09:15
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Fourt suspect in 230kg drug haul arrested
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Fourt suspect in 230kg drug haul arrested

A fourth suspect was arrested on Wednesday in connection with 230kg of drugs found last month in Nicosia, along with a firearm, explosives and a large number of firecrackers. The 27-year-old suspect is expected to be taken before a court on Thursday for a remand order. The three other suspects, aged 34 and two aged […]

05.03.2026 08:45
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Man arrested for stealing handbag with cash from unlocked car
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Man arrested for stealing handbag with cash from unlocked car

A 27-year-old man was arrested in Limassol on Wednesday after a complaint that a handbag with thousands of euros had been stolen from a car left unlocked in the city. The car belonged to a 68-year-old woman. The handbag contained €8,200 and various personal documents. The incident had been reported at 2.15pm and at 7pm […]

05.03.2026 08:36
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Kombos, Rubio discuss Middle East conflict
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Kombos, Rubio discuss Middle East conflict

The conflict in the Middle East was discussed on Friday between Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. State department deputy spokesman Tommy Pigott said the two ministers discussed the recent developments in Iran and the broader Middle East region and reaffirmed the strong partnership between the United States and Cyprus.

05.03.2026 08:28
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Illegal immigrant, duty free tobacco in customs haul
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Illegal immigrant, duty free tobacco in customs haul

An illegal immigrant was found hidden in the back of a vehicle after the driver tried to turn back at the Ayios Dhometios crossing point and evade inspection, it was made known on Thursday. During routine checks at the crossing point on Tuesday evening, Customs Department agents noticed a long wheelbase vehicle driven by a […]

05.03.2026 08:16
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Fourteen arrested in overnight police operations
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Fourteen arrested in overnight police operations

The police arrested 14 individuals on Wednesday night for various offences, including conspiracy to commit a crime, assault causing grievous bodily harm and illegally residing in the Republic. A total of 373 vehicles were pulled over and the police checked the drivers and 91 passengers. They also raided 12 establishments. During traffic inspections, the police […]

05.03.2026 07:52
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Cyprus records largest fall in industrial producer prices in the EU
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Cyprus records largest fall in industrial producer prices in the EU

Industrial producer prices in Cyprus recorded the largest monthly decline in the European Union in January 2026, according to Eurostat, even as prices rose across the euro area and the bloc as a whole. According to first estimates from the statistical office of the European Union, industrial producer prices increased by 0.7 per cent in […]

05.03.2026 07:48
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Larnaca flights cancelled amid regional conflict
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Larnaca flights cancelled amid regional conflict

A total of 45 flights to and from Larnaca airport have been cancelled for Thursday, due to hostilities in the Middle East. According to the Hermes Airports flight display system, 21 arrivals and 24 departures have been cancelled. Passengers are urged to contact their airline or travel agent prior to proceeding to the airport.

05.03.2026 07:41
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