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Bean Bar x AcePlayMore: a unique clothing line to energise everyday moments

What happens when Bean Bar’s refreshing atmosphere meets AcePlayMore’s vibrant energy? The result is a unique capsule clothing line crafted from high-quality fabrics, and soon to be available in selected stores of the popular coffee chain. True to its philosophy of positive vibes and a laid-back attitude, Bean Bar continues to innovate, constantly exploring new […]

26.03.2026 14:13

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Israel took Iran’s Araqchi, Qalibaf off hit list after Pakistan request to US

Israel removed Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf from its hit list after Pakistan urged Washington to press Israel not to target them, a Pakistani source with knowledge of the discussions told Reuters on Thursday. “The Israelis had their coordinates and wanted to take them out, we told the U.S. […]

26.03.2026 14:09

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7 smart reasons travelers are switching to digital SIM cards

Landing in a new country should feel exciting, yet many travelers face slow airport Wi Fi, high roaming charges, or the stress of finding a local SIM store. Long queues and confusing plans can waste precious hours. Poor connectivity can also disrupt maps, ride apps, and hotel check-ins. A better option is gaining attention fast. […]

26.03.2026 14:08

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Barcode feature introduced for dispensing prescriptions

The Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) has announced that a new feature enabling the display of a barcode for dispensing prescriptions will come into effect as of Friday, March 27, via the Beneficiary Portal. Under the new system, beneficiaries will be able to obtain medicines, medical devices or healthcare products prescribed by their treating doctor from […]

26.03.2026 14:04

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US jury verdicts against Meta, Google tee up fight over tech liability shield

Jurors in the first two trials in the U.S. from a growing wave of lawsuits targeting social media firms over harm to children have found Meta and Alphabet’s Google liable, potentially teeing up an appeals fight that could reshape how U.S. law shields tech companies from lawsuits. In California, a Los Angeles jury on Wednesday […]

26.03.2026 14:02

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus court issues first conviction for AI‑generated child‑abuse material

A Limassol court has issued the first conviction in the Republic of Cyprus for offenses involving child‑sexual‑abuse material created using artificial intelligence, the Legal Service have said. Two young defendants pleaded guilty to charges related to AI‑generated abusive material. The court stressed the seriousness of such offenses, noting what it called an “alarming rise” and […]

26.03.2026 14:00

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‘Love Erdogan’ posters case dropped

The case against four left-wing activists who were accused of conspiring to vandalise posters declaring love for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been dropped, more than five years after the posters were vandalised. The posters, which read ‘Love Erdogan’, had appeared around the north in March 2021 in response to a billboard in New […]

26.03.2026 14:00

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UK authorises military to board Russian shadow fleet tankers

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday he had authorised the military to board and detain Russian ships in British waters to disrupt a network of vessels that his government says enables Moscow to export oil despite Western sanctions. The decision comes as other European nations, including France, Belgium and Sweden, have stepped up efforts […]

26.03.2026 13:58

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Parliamentary election results may lead to further elections

The results of the May 24 parliamentary elections may necessitate further elections if candidates like Fidias Panayiotou and mayors or community leaders managed to secure a seat in the new House. Chief returning officer Menelaos Vasiliou explained that if Panayiotou was elected MP, he would either have to keep the new seat and give up […]

26.03.2026 13:51

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Paphos aims to become year-round destination by 2030

Paphos is pursuing a modern tourism model that is “multidisciplinary, digital, sustainable, internationally interconnected and deeply rooted in local communities”, with the aim of extending activity to 11 or 12 months a year and easing seasonality, Paphos regional tourism board (Etap) president Michalis Mitas said on Thursday. Speaking to Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Mitas said […]

26.03.2026 13:42

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Easter surprises, special offers await Alphamega shoppers

Alphamega Hypermarkets are once again setting the Easter table this year, supporting Cypriot families and rewarding consumers with new surprises and offers on a wide range of branded and premium products, all while respecting our country’s traditions and customs. This Easter, Alphamega stores are giving away a total of €20,000 to 100 lucky winners. With […]

26.03.2026 12:52

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Business services dominate Cyprus economic output

The Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) on Thursday announced the publication of a detailed economic roadmap for 2022, showing that the total value of goods and services supplied and used in the economy reached €96.66 billion. The published Supply, Use and Input-Output tables function as a comprehensive economic account of the country, tracking how products are […]

26.03.2026 12:51

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Cyprus ranked eleventh in EU for real purchasing power

Cyprus ranked 11th in the European Union in 2025 for GDP per capita in purchasing power parity, sharing the position with France at 98 per cent of the EU average, according to preliminary Eurostat data published this week. The indicator, which adjusts for differences in price levels across member states, is used to compare the […]

26.03.2026 12:42

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Cyprus stays high on EU asylum map as first-time applications decline

Cyprus remained among the European Union countries with the highest number of first-time asylum applications relative to its population in 2025, even as the bloc recorded a sharp fall in overall claims, according to data published by Eurostat this week. Across the EU, 669,400 first-time asylum applicants from non-EU countries sought international protection last year, […]

26.03.2026 12:38

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Four members of north coalition oppose disinformation bill

A total of four members of the north’s ruling coalition have stated their opposition to their own bill which aims to curb disinformation, and is due to be voted upon in the Turkish Cypriot legislature in the coming weeks. The coalition has an effective majority of nine in the legislature, but with four people already […]

26.03.2026 12:38

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Fire brigade responds to floods in Limassol

The fire brigade dealt with five severe weather-related incidents across Cyprus in the 24 hours until 6.00am on Thursday, including pumping water from basements and rescuing a vehicle in Limassol. Authorities responded to flooded roads and waterlogged properties in the Ypsonas to Agios Sylas area on Wednesday, following heavy rainfall and the overflow of a […]

26.03.2026 12:33

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Trump plans May visit to China for talks with Xi after Iran war delay

President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in May during his first visit to China in eight years, a closely watched trip postponed due to the Iran war. Trump’s effort to reschedule the trip reflected the Republican president’s eagerness to project confidence in a challenging Middle East war and simultaneously to manage a […]

26.03.2026 12:20

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Roadworks announced in Larnaca district for March 26–27

Cyprus’ Public Works Department has announced scheduled roadworks in the Larnaca district, including maintenance on the old Larnaca–Nicosia road and traffic changes linked to the Larnaca–Dhekelia coastal road improvement project. 1. Maintenance on old Larnaca–Nicosia road The department said periodic pavement maintenance will take place Thursday and Friday, March 26–27, between 7 a.m. and 3 […]

26.03.2026 12:15

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Students from Cyprus’ music schools perform rebetiko concerts in Nicosia and Limassol

Students from Cyprus’ four music schools took part in a pair of concerts titled “Rebetiko and Folk Paintings,” showcasing works from the rebetiko and laiko traditions. The performances, held at Strovolos Municipal Theatre in Nicosia and the Rialto Theatre in Limassol, brought together students from the music schools of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Famagusta, alongside […]

26.03.2026 12:15

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Meta, Google lose US case over social media harm to kids

A Los Angeles jury on Wednesday found Meta META.O and Alphabet’s GOOGL.O Google negligent for designing social media platforms that are harmful to young people, in a $6 million verdict that will serve as a bellwether for numerous similar cases. The jury found Meta liable for $4.2 million in damages and Google for $1.8 million, […]

26.03.2026 12:07

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Fintech firm payabl. launches tap to pay for mobile contactless payments

European financial technology provider payabl. announced on Thursday the launch of Tap to pay, a new solution enabling businesses to accept contactless payments directly via smartphones without dedicated hardware. According to the announcement, the new offering transforms smartphones into secure card terminals, allowing merchants to accept contactless card payments on the move using NFC-enabled Android […]

26.03.2026 11:41

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Govt announces eight measures to combat rising costs amid Middle East war

The government on Thursday announced a package of eight measures which it hopes will help combat rising costs after four weeks of war in the Middle East. Firstly, the reduced five-per-cent rate of value added tax on electricity will be extended until May next year, having initially been expected to expire in May this year, […]

26.03.2026 11:40

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Nicosia centre eyesore a threat to public health says audit office

Liabilities with the local authorities and gaps in the legislation have been identified by the Audit Office concerning a building in Nicosia that has been left in construction phase for 14 years. The building is on Spyros Kyprianou avenue in the centre of the city, and the Audit Office has expressed concern in a report […]

26.03.2026 11:17

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Cyprus government to announce new support for tourism sector this week

Cyprus has celebrated a major “green” milestone for its hotels, just as the government prepares to announce emergency support to shield the industry from regional instability, according to an announcement from the Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) released on Thursday. Regarding the former update, the federation held a certificate award ceremony in Nicosia earlier […]

26.03.2026 11:13

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