Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

‘Migration can solve problems, strengthen economy’

The government aspires to turn migration into what it said would be a “solution” in a way that would contribute to the growth of the economy and promote social cohesion, safety and public order, Deputy Migration Minister Nicholas Ioannides said on Monday. “As long as they embrace the Greek language, the culture, the way of […]

30.03.2026 17:52

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Cosmos Insurance profits rise to over €3 million in 2025 results

Cosmos Insurance Public Company Ltd saw its annual profit climb to €3,207,597 in financial results published on March 27, 2026, marking a significant increase from the €2,683,414 recorded in 2024. According to an announcement release don Monday, March 30, the improvement in the company’s results was mainly driven by positive performance from its insurance operations. […]

30.03.2026 17:50

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Turkey says NATO defences down fourth Iranian ballistic missile entering airspace

A ballistic missile launched from Iran entered Turkish airspace before being shot down by NATO air and missile defences deployed in the eastern Mediterranean, Turkey’s defence ministry said on Monday. The incident marked the fourth such incident since the start of the Iran war, following three earlier interceptions by NATO systems earlier this month that […]

30.03.2026 17:36

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

MPs back tweaks to law regulating car insurance for seniors

MPs on Monday agreed to changes proposed by the government to a bill passed by the House earlier this month aiming to end discriminatory practices by insurance companies against elderly drivers. On March 5, the House plenum had voted through legislation forcing motor insurance companies to document their reasons when terminating coverage to people aged […]

30.03.2026 17:35

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

CSE extends suspension of four listed companies

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) on Monday announced the continuation of the suspension of trading in the shares of four listed companies following a decision by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). The affected companies are Toxotis Investments Public Ltd, A. Tsokkos Hotels Public Ltd, Dome Investments Public Company Ltd and Karyes Investments Public […]

30.03.2026 17:31

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Concerns raised over removal of court oversight in surveillance bill

Concerns are mounting over proposed changes to Cyprus’ surveillance legislation, particularly efforts to remove judicial oversight as a key safeguard, lawyers said on Monday. The amended bill is expected to be brought before the House plenum for a vote on Thursday. According to Akel MP Andreas Pasiourtides, following a recent closed session of the House […]

30.03.2026 17:29

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Eurobank repurchases more than 1.8 million shares under buyback programme

Eurobank S.A. on Monday announced that it repurchased a total of 1,837,451 of its own shares between March 23, 2026 and March 27, 2026 under its ongoing share buyback programme. During the period from March 23, 2026 to March 27, 2026, the bank repurchased the shares on the Athens Stock Exchange at an average purchase […]

30.03.2026 17:27

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cabinet approves €340,000 support plan for pig farmers

A €340,000 support scheme aimed at assisting pig farmers affected by restrictions linked to foot and mouth disease has been approved by the council of ministers, the agriculture ministry said on Monday. According to the ministry, the scheme will provide direct financial assistance of up to €54 per pig sent to slaughter, with a maximum […]

30.03.2026 17:12

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Remand after road rage leads to stabbing

A 56-year-old man was remanded for three days by the Limassol district court on Monday after a 68-year-old was stabbed in a road rage incident. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon when the 68-year-old, who was sitting in his parked car, became involved in a verbal altercation with a 22-year-old woman driving another vehicle. During […]

30.03.2026 17:06

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

What is an AI trading bot? 6 best Crypto trading platforms in 2026 to help you achieve profits quickly

Crypto trading has witnessed rapid evolution in recent years. As we enter 2026, one of the most revolutionary developments is the rise of AI trading bots. These bots use sophisticated algorithms to make automated trading decisions based on market data, removing human emotion from the equation. In this article, we’ll explain what AI trading bots […]

30.03.2026 17:00

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Cyprus, Egypt sign ‘framework agreement’ for natural gas development

The governments of Cyprus and Egypt on Monday signed a “framework agreement” for the commercial development of natural gas, on the sidelines of the Egypt Energy Show in Cairo. Energy Minister Michael Damianos said the agreement “reaffirms the strategic choice of the two states to export Cypriot natural gas to Egypt”. Presidential press office director […]

30.03.2026 16:59

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French court dismisses Cardiff’s €120m claim over Sala’s death

Cardiff City’s 120 million euro compensation claim following the death of Argentine striker Emiliano Sala in a plane crash in 2019 has been dismissed by a French court, his former club Nantes told Reuters on Monday. The Welsh side sought damages in 2023 from Nantes, alleging negligence that led to the 28-year-old’s death. However, the […]

30.03.2026 16:58

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Gold Sponsor Lidl Cyprus supports Ayia Napa Youth Soccer Festival 2026

Lidl Cyprus is, once again, participating dynamically in the Ayia Napa Youth Soccer Festival 2026 as a Platinum Sponsor, supporting one of the most important youth football events in the region. With a firm commitment to promoting balanced nutrition and physical activity, the company is continuing to strengthen initiatives that encourage kids and young people […]

30.03.2026 16:54

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Antoniou murder trial postponed to May

The trial of a 58-year-old man accused of the murder of Alexandros Antoniou was postponed by the Paphos criminal court on Monday, with proceedings adjourned till May. The court granted the postponement following a request from the prosecution, which cited outstanding material including a video reconstruction of the incident and expert reports that are not […]

30.03.2026 16:53

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Avakas Gorge trail closed due to bad weather conditions

The Avakas Gorge trail in the Akamas National forest park will remain closed until further notice due to the adverse weather conditions, the forestry department said on Monday. “Due to weather conditions, increased water flow, slippery ground and the risk of falling rocks and debris, the Avakas Gorge remains closed until further notice,” the department […]

30.03.2026 16:46

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Fatal crash victim died of head injuries

The death of 28-year-old police officer Andreas Antoniou, killed in a traffic accident, in Nicosia last week was caused by a traumatic brain injury, an autopsy carried out on Monday confirmed. The examination also found multiple injuries to his body. The crash occurred last Friday on Griva Digeni Avenue in Engomi, when a car driven […]

30.03.2026 16:45

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Cyprus industrial output rises in January

The Statistical Service of Cyprus (Cystat) has reported that the Industrial Production Index recorded a year-on-year increase of 3.7 per cent in January 2026. The index reached 109.5 units during this time, with 2021 acting as the base year with a value of 100 units, reflecting growth compared to the same month of the previous […]

30.03.2026 16:45

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Cyprus-Egypt presidents reaffirm strategic partnership

A bilateral meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Cairo on Monday reinforced the strategic relationship between the two countries with both leaders’ emphasising cooperation on energy security and regional stability. The meeting focused on deepening bilateral ties, with the two presidents describing the partnership as a “pillar of […]

30.03.2026 16:33

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Union Presses AHK to Challenge Electricity‑Market Amendments in Court

The EPOPAI union is urging the Electricity Authority of Cyprus to take its case to the Supreme Court, arguing that amendments to the electricity‑market law passed by Parliament three weeks ago are unconstitutional. The union says the appeal should also cover the government’s decision on Thursday to allow the state‑owned telecom provider CYTA to enter […]

30.03.2026 16:30

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In record heat, US ski resorts bulldoze snow, skiers wear bikinis

The lowest snow levels in decades in the U.S. West and a brutal heat wave have forced ski resorts like Taos Ski Valley in New Mexico to bulldoze snow off mountain areas onto runs to stay open. In Park City, Utah, which has received about half its normal snowfall this year, streets and restaurants that […]

30.03.2026 16:27

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

€9 million allocated for water development projects in Limassol

Water network projects amounting to €9.2 million will be implemented to reduce water losses, the Limassol district organisation (EOA) said on Monday. “The completion of the project is expected to bring financial and operational benefits for the Limassol EOA and its consumers,” the EOA said. The project will involve the gradual replacing of the water […]

30.03.2026 16:18

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Rashad Robinson’s Freedom Table explains how crime TV normalizes police violence

On January 7, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot Renee Good multiple times as she sat in her SUV in Minneapolis. One week earlier, an off-duty ICE agent killed Keith Porter Jr. outside his Los Angeles apartment complex on New Year’s Eve. In both cases, federal officials defended the shootings using language that witnesses […]

30.03.2026 16:06

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Kıbrıs Cyprus Mail

Ukraine hits back against arms maker CEO’s housewives’ drones comments

Ukrainians have criticised German arms maker Rheinmetall after its CEO dismissed their country’s drone-focused defence innovation as basic technology put together by housewives in kitchens. For Kyiv, drones have been critical to its war effort against Russia and are a source of pride as the country has fended off a bigger and better-armed enemy in […]

30.03.2026 16:06

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Limassol on a constant brake

When urban gridlock threatens sustainability By Maria Theofanidi, Mary Papalouka and Orthodoxia Roxane Christofidou Limassol is a city at a standstill. Its roads are no longer just busy, they are suffocating. What used to be a ten-minute drive now takes ages. Daily life has become a gruelling test of patience for every resident. The city […]

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