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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:57

Why more Europeans are comparing vision correction options across borders

For years, elective medical treatment was often seen as something people arranged close to home. Today, that is changing. Across Europe, patients are becoming more willing to compare options beyond their own country, especially for procedures that involve specialist expertise, new technology and long term quality-of-life benefits. Vision correction is one of the clearest examples. […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:30

Over 30 Cyprus flights cancelled as Middle East war rolls on

A total of 36 commercial flights in and out of Cyprus were cancelled on Wednesday, with the war in the Middle East continuing to disrupt regional airspace. All but four of those cancellations concerned flights in and out of the island’s primary airport, Larnaca, and mostly concern flights to and from the Middle East. Multiple […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:22

Today’s weather: Mainly clear, dust in atmosphere

Wednesday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, though heightened levels of dust are expected in the atmosphere. Temperatures are expected to rise to 20 degrees Celsius inland, 21 degrees Celsius on the coasts, and eight degrees Celsius in the mountains. Overnight, light clouds are expected to roll in, with […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:21

Israel strikes apartment building in central Beirut, Lebanese state media say

Israeli strikes targeted an apartment building in central Beirut on Wednesday, Lebanese state media said, marking the second strike in the city in recent days. There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military and no immediate reports of casualties. A previous strike in Beirut killed five members of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:18

IEA proposes largest ever oil release from strategic reserves

The International Energy Agency has proposed the largest release of oil reserves in its history to restrain soaring crude prices amid the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, the Wall Street Journal said on Tuesday, citing officials familiar with the matter. The release would exceed the 182 million barrels of oil that IEA member nations put on […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:04

Combatants in Mideast war trade more air strikes as Iran clamps down on dissent

The U.S. and Israel traded air strikes with Iran’s military across the Middle East as the besieged Tehran government warned its state security forces were ready with “fingers on the trigger” to confront any revival of anti-government protests. Following an exchange of some of the heaviest bombardments in the region yet on Tuesday, the combatants […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:00

Cyprus bank customers face slower rate cuts due to market concentration

High concentration in banking markets delays the speed at which central bank interest rate changes reach consumers and businesses, according to a study released by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Tuesday. The study, authored by Aris Avgousti and Stephani Michael of the centre for strategy and policy production, showed that banking concentration and […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 07:40

Cypriot SMEs to lead the way in digital construction shift

The Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (Etek) recently hosted a European workshop titled “Scaling BIM Down: Making BIM work for small firms and small projects”, as part of its efforts to represent the country in the EU BIM Task Group and promote the adoption of the BIM methodology. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a collaborative, […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: tourism, fuel, banks, shipping, Keravnos, CIBA, Syprodat

International market turbulence is keeping pressure on fuel prices in Cyprus, even as oil eased on Tuesday after surging to its highest level in more than three years a day earlier. Data from the consumer protection service showed fuel prices in Cyprus rose by between 2.6 cents and 4.7 cents per litre over the past […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 06:40

‘A generation cannot build a future,’ MEPs warn over soaring EU rents

The European Parliament adopted recommendations on the EU housing crisis on Tuesday, calling for a range of measures aimed at improving access to decent, sustainable and affordable housing across the European Union. The report from the Special Committee on the Housing Crisis, which was adopted by 367 votes in favour, 166 against and 84 abstentions, […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 06:30

Cyprus businesses to be briefed on EU carbon border mechanism

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) will organise an information seminar in Nicosia on March 19, focusing on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and its impact on importers. The event, titled “CBAM in Practice What Importers Need to Know Today”, will examine obligations, procedures, compliance and sustainability issues linked to the European […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 06:00

UK consumer spending grew slowly in February amid Middle East conflict

British consumer spending grew slowly in February as households grew more pessimistic about the outlook for the economy ​with the Middle East conflict raising concerns about a fresh ‌rise in inflation, surveys showed on Tuesday. Barclays said consumer confidence in the strength of the UK, European and global economy all fell in February ​as the […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 04:24

Cyprus air quality unaffected by Iran conflict

Environmental experts assured on Tuesday that Cyprus’ atmosphere and natural environment remain unaffected by toxic emissions linked to ongoing military conflicts in Iran and strikes on oil facilities in the Persian Gulf. Data from eight European air pollution monitoring stations positioned between Iran and the eastern Mediterranean show no abnormal levels of gamma radiation or […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 04:20

Our View: Christodoulides right to be proud as Europe defends the island

President Nikos Christodoulides could not hide his pride playing host to French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at the Paphos air base on Monday. He had every reason to feel personal pride about the way he had secured the support of two European countries whose leaders were here to show their […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 22:30

Soccer-Man City are better equipped than last season on return to Bernabeu, says Guardiola

Manchester City return to the Bernabeu on Wednesday with Pep Guardiola insisting his team arrive in far better shape than the injury‑stricken group that fell to Real Madrid in the Champions League playoff round last season. “We arrive better in terms of we have the squad,” Guardiola said. “Last season we arrived with a lot […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 22:28

Dairy producers in the north call for support for domestic production

The association of Turkish Cypriot milk producers on Tuesday urged measures to protect the dairy protection sector amid a decrease in consumption and an economic slowdown in the north. It called for swift action, such as temporarily suspending imports of milk and dairy products or raising tariffs, to support local production. The association warned that […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 22:07

Kombos and German minister discuss security, energy risks from Middle East conflict

The implications of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on international security, supply chains and the energy market were at the centre of talks between Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos and his German counterpart Johann Wadephul in Nicosia on Tuesday. “[It was a] timely and constructive meeting, with the exchange of views on the rapidly […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 21:59

Liverpool lose at Galatasaray

Galatasaray secured a 1-0 home win over Liverpool in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 clash on Tuesday thanks to an early header from Mario Lemina. Despite early pressure from Liverpool, Lemina put the Turkish side ahead after seven minutes, diving to head home after Victor Osimhen nodded a corner back across goal. […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 21:36

Delays with SpaceX’s Starship risk NASA moon landing timeline

SpaceX’s Starship has accumulated at least two years of development delays since NASA picked the rocket as an astronaut moon lander in 2021, and is expected to require more time to clear remaining hurdles before landing on the moon, NASA’s inspector general said Tuesday as the agency studies plans to speed up the program. NASA […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 21:33

82 people repatriated from Saudi Arabia

Another repatriation flight carrying 82 passengers from Cyprus and other European Union nationals arrived at Larnaca airport on Tuesday. According to available flight data, the Cyprus Airways aircraft departed from Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd airport in Dammam and safely landed in Larnaca at around 5pm. On board of the flight were Cypriots, Cypriot residents and […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 21:11

Airlines raise fares as Middle East conflict lifts fuel costs

Australia’s Qantas Airways QAN.AX, Scandinavia’s SAS and Air New Zealand AIR.NZ announced airfare hikes on Tuesday, blaming an abrupt spike in the cost of fuel caused by the Middle East conflict that is rattling global aviation. Jet fuel prices, which were around $85 to $90 per barrel before U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, have soared to […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 20:45

US urges Israel to stop attacks on Iran energy sites

The United States has asked Israel to halt strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure, Axios reported on Tuesday, citing three sources familiar with the matter. Washington sent the message at a senior political level and to IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, Axios reported, citing an Israeli official. The Trump administration cited three reasons, including a […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 20:40

British soccer-Walker calls time on England career four caps short of century

Kyle Walker hung up his England boots on Tuesday, four matches shy of a landmark 100 caps, bringing the curtain down on a 14-year international career that saw him twice finish as a European Championship runner-up. The 35-year-old right back announced his retirement from international football three months ahead of the World Cup, ending a […]

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Kıbrıs 10.03.2026 20:32

Limassol port operator marks women’s day with community support

Limassol port operator DP World Limassol recently carried out an initiative aimed at recognising women and supporting members of the local community facing health challenges. According to an announcement from the company, the initiative formed part of activities marking the annual observance of International Women’s Day which took place on March 8. As part of […]

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