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Purdue, UNIC-Athens partner to advance research collab, online learning in Europe

Purdue University is expanding its global impact through a new strategic partnership with UNIC Athens of the University of Nicosia in Greece, to deepen a growing transatlantic network focused on advancing education, research and innovation in high-impact fields. This partnership will focus on coordinated research, faculty and student collaboration and innovation across cutting-edge science, engineering […]

02.03.2026 18:10

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Why is the crypto market down today? How utility protocols are hardening the market infrastructure

After a period of relative stability, the global crypto market cap experienced a sharp contraction, leaving many investors asking why their screens have turned red. While price drops often spark fear, a closer look at the data suggests that this is not a random crash but a volatile moment within a larger recovery phase. While […]

02.03.2026 18:10

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Trump: big wave in war with Iran yet to come

The ‘big wave’ is yet to come in the war with Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump told CNN on Monday, adding that Washington did not know who the country’s new leader would be following the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. “We haven’t even started hitting them hard. The big wave hasn’t even happened. The big […]

02.03.2026 18:02

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Elias Neocleous & Co LLC advises on landmark cross-border Allwyn financing, exceeding €2B

Elias Neocleous & Co LLC has advised in connection with the issuance of €550,000,000 aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2031 by Allwyn. The notes were issued pursuant to an indenture dated February 20, 2026 among the issuer, Allwyn International AG as parent company, Kroll Trustee Services Limited, The Bank of New York […]

02.03.2026 17:59

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Cyprus not a target, government repeats

Cyprus is operating under full operational readiness after two unmanned aerial drones heading towards the British bases at Akrotiri were intercepted, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Monday, stressing that the republic itself is not a target. “Aall necessary measures are being taken and there is full operational readiness and coordination of all competent services,” […]

02.03.2026 17:52

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Iran conflict widens to Lebanon, Kuwait mistakenly shoots down US jets

The U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran expanded on Monday with no end in sight, with Israel attacking Lebanon in response to strikes by Hezbollah, and Tehran firing missiles and drones at Gulf states and a British air base as far away as Cyprus. Kuwait mistakenly shot down three American F-15E fighter jets during an Iranian […]

02.03.2026 17:42

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US not veering into a new, endless war, Pentagon says

The Pentagon played down concerns on Monday that the U.S. attack on Iran risked plunging the United States into a new, open-ended conflict in the Middle East, even as officials declined to offer a timeline and cautioned they expected more U.S. casualties. The United States and Israel launched their most ambitious attacks on Iran in […]

02.03.2026 17:38

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Cyprus Government Spokesman: Security Is the Top Priority After Drone Incident at Akrotiri

Cyprus’ top priority is safeguarding the country and its citizens, Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said Monday following an emergency meeting of the National Council. Speaking after the session at the Presidential Palace, chaired by President Nikos Christodoulides, Letymbiotis said the council received a full briefing on Sunday night’s drone incident at the British Bases in […]

02.03.2026 17:34

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Cyprus has enough fuel supplies to last for two months

The Electricity Authority (EAC) said Monday that its fuel stocks are adequate and that for the moment it does not anticipate problems with supplies amid the conflict raging in the Middle East. “At this time, our storage tanks located at various power stations have enough fuel for two months,” EAC spokesperson Christina Papadopoulou told the […]

02.03.2026 17:22

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Cyprus has one of highest bone marrow donor rates worldwide

The significance of the volunteer bone marrow donor registry of the Karaiskakio Foundation, was highlighted by Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides on Monday, who said the island boasts one of the highest donor ratios in the world. The minister toured the premises and was briefed on its facilities, specialised equipment and the services provided to patients. […]

02.03.2026 17:14

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Short-form surge challenges Netflix and Disney

Microdramas generated an estimated $11 billion in global revenue and overtook major streaming platforms in daily mobile viewing time in the United States during 2025, according to a report from market analysis firm Omdia. The research found that microdramas are rapidly emerging as one of the fastest-scaling formats in online video, reshaping how audiences consume […]

02.03.2026 17:02

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Archaeological sites temporarily closed

The archaeological sites of Curium and Apollo Hylates, Kolossi Castle and the Archaeological Curium Museum will remain closed to the public until further notice, the department of antiquities announced on Monday. This follows uncertainty after two drones heading towards the Akrotiri British base were intercepted at lunchtime on Monday. Around 12 hours earlier, a drone […]

02.03.2026 16:59

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Too early to gauge economic impact of attacks on Cyprus

It is too early to gauge the extent of the economic impact on Cyprus of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, although risks such as inflation are likely, an economist told media on Monday. “Cyprus is not far from Teheran,” said University of Cyprus professor Marios Zachariades. “Should the armed conflict drag on, it […]

02.03.2026 16:51

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Bomb shelters cannot accommodate even half the population

There are approximately 2,500 bomb shelters available across Cyprus that can accommodate up to 45 per cent of the population, and efforts are ongoing to increase their number, Civil Defence head Maria Papa said on Monday. One way to achieve this would be to provide incentives for the reservation of areas in new buildings to […]

02.03.2026 16:31

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Pafilia Plaza: a new landmark rising in the heart of Paphos

There are moments in a city’s evolution when a development does more than introduce new residences, it reshapes the way people experience urban living. Pafilia Plaza is one such moment for Paphos. Positioned in the vibrant centre of Kato Paphos, just steps from the Mediterranean Sea, Pafilia Plaza introduces a new standard for property in […]

02.03.2026 16:30

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Hundreds of Iranians cross border into Turkey, witness says

Hundreds of Iranians crossed the border into Turkey on Monday afternoon as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran expanded, a Reuters witness said, with those arriving speaking of fear in Tehran and queues at petrol stations. In the morning, Turkey had said day-trip passenger crossings at the three Turkish-Iranian border gates had been mutually suspended, with […]

02.03.2026 16:22

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Fierce competition reshapes European smartphone market

The European smartphone market declined by 1 per cent to 134.2 million units in 2025, according to the latest research released by market analysts Omdia. This marked the end of what the firm described as a disruptive year shaped by subdued demand and new eco-design and USB-C regulations. The findings show that Europe’s smartphone shipments […]

02.03.2026 16:04

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Combining sports and academic excellence

The number of private schools offering comprehensive athletic programmes on the island can be counted on your hands. Developing any high-quality athletic programme requires significant investment in facilities, specialised staff and strong external collaboration with clubs and national governing bodies, which can be challenging for many schools. Yet more schools are getting in on the […]

02.03.2026 16:00

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Threat level at British Dhekelia base ‘low’

The threat level at the British Dhekelia base area, the UK’s eastern base in Cyprus, has been assessed to be “low”, chief superintendent Neil Cripps, the bases’ eastern divisional commander, said on Monday afternoon, while also denying that the Dhekelia base was to be evacuated. In a message issued to the residents of villages within […]

02.03.2026 15:44

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Cyprus tourism revenues hit record €3.69bn in 2025

Cyprus’ tourism revenues climbed to a record €3.69 billion in 2025, marking a 15.2 per cent annual increase, according to the state statistical service (Cystat), as the sector extended its strong post-pandemic recovery. Based on the results, revenues for the January to December 2025 period reached €3.69 million, compared with €3.2m in the corresponding period […]

02.03.2026 15:39

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How AI reputation management works: A complete guide from status labs

There is a good chance that before a potential customer, investor, or business partner ever reaches your website, they have already formed an opinion about you. Not from a Google search, not from a review site, and not from a press release. They asked an AI. That shift is what makes AI reputation management one […]

02.03.2026 15:38

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Cyprus economy grew by 3.8 per cent in 2025 as real GDP hits €30.5bn

Cyprus’ gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 3.8 per cent in real terms in 2025, according to preliminary estimates by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The statistical service said the economy recorded positive growth of 3.8 per cent in real terms compared with 2024, with GDP at constant prices reaching €30.52 billion. In current prices, […]

02.03.2026 15:34

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How to build a capsule wardrobe that works in Cyprus

Many wardrobes are full, yet people still feel like they have nothing suitable to wear. The issue is often not the absence of clothing but the lack of coordinating pieces. The concept of a capsule wardrobe, often shown online as a perfectly curated closet, is essentially a small collection of versatile clothing pieces that can […]

02.03.2026 15:30

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Slight price increase seen in e‑kalathi products

Prices of products in the e-kalathi app have risen slightly, the Consumers Association said on Monday, referring to the first two months of 2026. This data comes from the association’s new price observatory, which said the average total increase for January and February was 0.77 per cent. In contrast, a small decrease of 0.51 per […]

02.03.2026 15:29

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