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Safety concerns force withdrawal from Cyprus chess tournament

A chess grandmaster has withdrawn from the 2026 women’s candidates’ chess tournament in Cyprus citing safety concerns from the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran. Indian grandmaster Koneru Humpy in a statement issued on X on Monday, stressed that “no event, no matter how important, can come before personal safety and well-being,” citing regional instability and disruptions […]

23.03.2026 12:32

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Nearly 167,000 people in Cyprus living near the poverty line

Approximately 167,000 people in Cyprus remained at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025, according to the latest figures from the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). Specifically, the statistical service on Monday reported that 17.1 per cent of the population in Cyprus was at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025, corresponding to the […]

23.03.2026 12:22

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Akamas park plan under fire as environmental groups allege violations

Environmental organisations intensified criticism on Monday over the management of the Akamas peninsula, accusing the forestry department and the agriculture ministry of sustained inaction and continued breaches of legally binding environmental conditions. In a joint statement, BirdLife Cyprus, Terra Cypria and the Cyprus federation of environmental organisations described the Akamas national forest park as “a […]

23.03.2026 12:20

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Consumers’ union calls for support measures amid rising fuel, food prices

The Cyprus Consumers Union has called on the public to support a series of proposed measures aimed at tackling rising fuel and food prices, warning that households and small businesses are under increasing financial pressure. In an announcement, the union outlined the need for immediate action and put forward a set of ten recommendations, including […]

23.03.2026 12:00

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Karpasia land dispute intensifies over university concession

A coalition of 62 organisations in the north issued a joint statement on Monday opposing the concession of approximately 3,500 acres of forest land in Karpasia to the Istanbul Technical University, warning that the decision raises serious environmental and legal concerns. “Forests belong to the people,” the organisations said, rejecting the transfer of land they […]

23.03.2026 11:50

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National Council to discuss president’s Brussels trip

The National Council is convening on Monday to review President Nikos Christodoulides’ recent trip to Brussels. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said Christodoulides was expected to inform the Council members about the outcome of his meetings in Brussels last week, on the sidelines of the European Council. As part of his Brussels visit, Christodoulides met with […]

23.03.2026 11:44

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Trade union hits out at exclusion from pension reform talks

Trade union Isotita has submitted a memorandum to both the finance and labour minister, raising concerns over its exclusion from consultations on pension system reform. The union, which represents thousands of public and semi-government employees regardless of contract type, said it had been left out of discussions within the Labour Advisory Body as well as […]

23.03.2026 11:43

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Disy calls for urgent economic plan but warns against pre-election populism

Opposition party Disy on Monday called for an emergency and holistic plan to address the economic impact of the Middle East crisis, warning that inaction is not an option amid rising uncertainty. The party issued a statement emphasising that the government should provide specific aid to essential areas of the economy, such as households, the […]

23.03.2026 11:32

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Book launch & talk: Tekton Technical Bureau and Modernism in Limassol

PSI Foundation is pleased to announce two public presentations of the publication TEKTΩΝ, taking place on March 27, 2026 at 7pm at Wagmi Coffee in Limassol and on March 28, 2026 at 7pm at The Shoe Factory, Pharos Arts Foundation in Nicosia. The events mark the launch of a research-based publication developed alongside the exhibition […]

23.03.2026 11:30

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El Al reviewing operations and calls for opening of Ramon Airport, after government limits traffic

El Al Israel Airlines said on Monday it was reviewing its operations after the Transportation Ministry ordered a reduction of traffic at Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv. Israel’s flag carrier, which has been operating repatriation flights since the outbreak of the air war with Iran on February 28, called on authorities to open Ramon […]

23.03.2026 11:30

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Yellow warning for storms with hail

A yellow warning has been issued for isolated storms on Monday, possibly accompanied by hail. The Meteorological Department’s warning is valid from 11am till 5pm. The heavy rain will mainly affect inland areas. Rainfall is expected to reach 35mm to 50mm per hour.

23.03.2026 11:24

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PwC Foundation promotes financial literacy in Cyprus schools

PwC Cyprus and the PwC Foundation supported Global Money Week 2026 by implementing an educational programme titled “Financial Literacy” for the fourth consecutive year across schools in Cyprus. According to an official announcement, the initiative was carried out with the support of Junior Achievement Cyprus and the Education Ministry, reflecting closer collaboration between the private […]

23.03.2026 11:18

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New UNIC-Athens study shows Europe’s women bear higher emotional labour burden at work

A landmark study of nearly 44,000 workers across 35 European countries has uncovered stark gender inequalities in the emotional demands of the workplace, and mapped the pathways through which those demands erode mental health. Published in Social Science & Medicine, one of the world’s leading social science and public health journals, the research by Prof. […]

23.03.2026 11:16

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Rainfall offers limited relief as Cyprus water reserves remain under strain

Recent rainfall has contributed more than two million cubic metres of water to Cyprus’ reservoirs, offering limited short-term relief, while overall reserves remain significantly below those recorded during the corresponding period last year, according to the agriculture ministry. Speaking on CyBC radio on Monday, the ministerial permanent secretary, Andreas Grigoriou, affirmed that although inflows had […]

23.03.2026 11:13

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Two arrested over generator theft in Paphos

Police arrested two men aged 39 and 28 in connection with the theft of a generator in the Paphos district, authorities said on Monday. The case was reported at around 6.20pm on Sunday after an employee said an electric generator had been stolen from a fenced construction site near the Tsada–Stroumpi road. Shortly afterwards, officers […]

23.03.2026 11:09

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Papa disputes shelter failings as row with interior ministry deepens

Former civil defence director Maria Papa publicly challenged the handling of Cyprus’ shelter programme on Monday, insisting her repeated warnings to the interior ministry were ignored. In a detailed statement issued on X after her transfer to the audit office, Papa said she encountered “substantial weaknesses” upon taking office in April 2021, attributing them primarily […]

23.03.2026 11:04

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Audit report exposes election spending breaches in 2024 municipal polls

The audit office released a report on Monday identifying widespread breaches of campaign financing in the 2024 municipal elections. Auditor-general Andreas Papaconstantinou said practices such as privately hosted events, gatherings and “banquets” were used to obscure the real scale of campaign spending, warning that “the nature of certain expenses makes the identification and control of […]

23.03.2026 10:59

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Paphos to receive record €230m investment for major projects

More than €230 million is expected to flow into Paphos in 2026 and 2027 for a total of 75 large and smaller development and infrastructure projects, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades confirmed during a meeting with local authorities in the district. The scale of the planned spending broadly echoed what President Nikos Christodoulides had announced at […]

23.03.2026 10:49

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Lionel Jospin, former French prime minister defeated by the far right, dies at 88

At 8 p.m. on April 21, 2002, voters learned the shock first-round results of France’s presidential election. For the first time in the Republic’s history, a far-right candidate – Jean-Marie Le Pen – would advance to the runoff. Minutes later, Lionel Jospin addressed his supporters. The leading candidate of the left, who many had believed […]

23.03.2026 10:48

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Athena Swan Bronze Award honours UCLan Cyprus’ gender equality commitment

UCLan Cyprus has been awarded the Athena Swan Bronze Award, recognising the University’s commitment to advancing gender equality and fostering a more inclusive academic environment for staff and students. The Athena Swan Charter, developed by Advance HE, is an internationally recognised framework that supports universities in identifying and addressing barriers to gender equality in higher […]

23.03.2026 10:44

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House to debate new extension for unlicensed hotels until 2028

Parliament is set to examine a bill that would give hundreds of hotels and tourist accommodation providers until December 31, 2028 to continue operating without a full licence, as the Deputy Ministry of Tourism seeks more time to resolve long-running planning irregularities. The bill, submitted to the House last week and referred to the commerce […]

23.03.2026 10:41

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Celestyal Discovery: cancellation of March 27th, 30th sailings

As the conflict in the Middle East continues, and in close coordination with the relevant authorities, we have had to delay the repositioning of Celestyal Discovery ahead of the start of her Mediterranean programme. All guests have safely disembarked from Celestyal Discovery in Dubai, UAE and Celestyal Journey in Doha, Qatar. Both vessels are fully […]

23.03.2026 10:32

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Book now for an authentic Easter stay at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

This Easter, the award-winning, five-star Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort in Paphos invites guests to experience a truly radiant celebration, where Cypriot tradition meets authentic hospitality and refined elegance. From April 1-14th, festive events will unfold against the stunning seaside backdrop, creating moments filled with emotion, joy and warmth. Guests will have the opportunity […]

23.03.2026 10:23

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Alcaraz stunned by Korda at Miami Open

World number one Carlos Alcaraz was stunned by Sebastian Korda 6-3 5-7 6-4 in the third round of the Miami Open on Sunday, giving the American the biggest win of his career. It appeared Korda had blown his chance to beat the Spaniard when he failed to serve out the match in the second set […]

23.03.2026 10:20

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