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Detained Britons used as ‘human shields’ in Iran war zone, family says

The family of a British couple detained in Iran said on Friday the pair were being used as “human shields” during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and they accused Britain’s government of failing to make progress on their release. Lindsay and Craig Foreman were sentenced to 10 years in prison last year after Iran charged […]

20.03.2026 14:12

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Health minister pledges to advance foreign nurses bill

Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides assured on Friday that the government aims to promote discussion of the foreign nurses bill in parliament before the current term concludes. Refuting reports that the bill had been shelved following the House health committee’s postponement, he insisted that “nothing has been withdrawn, we had an extensive discussion with the nurses’ […]

20.03.2026 14:11

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UK says vaccine protects against strain in deadly meningitis outbreak

Britain’s health authorities said on Friday that early laboratory analysis had showed the vaccine being offered to students should protect against the strain of meningitis behind an outbreak in southeast England that has killed two people. The UK Health Security Agency said the strain belonged to a group of meningococci known as ST-41/44, which had […]

20.03.2026 14:07

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Blogger who criticised Putin has been put in psychiatric facility

A pro-Kremlin figure who unexpectedly denounced Russian President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine in a social media post this week that went viral has been placed in a psychiatric facility, the hospital said on Thursday. Ilya Remeslo made a career denouncing Putin’s critics until he became one himself, posting a manifesto late on […]

20.03.2026 14:02

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‘Everything is on the table’ for the future of British bases

President Nikos Christodoulides said on Friday that Cyprus will seek a reassessment of the future of the British bases once the current regional crisis subsides, declaring that “everything is on the table” in forthcoming discussions with the United Kingdom. In an interview with Bloomberg TV, the president made clear that while Cyprus is not directly […]

20.03.2026 13:45

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No final word on fuel tax cuts as Cyprus tracks Middle East escalation

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos on Friday said the ministry is preparing multiple scenarios and measures to mitigate potential economic fallout from the war in Iran. The minister stressed that developments are being closely monitored, as authorities assess how the situation may evolve and affect Cyprus. “At this moment, the finance ministry is processing scenarios and […]

20.03.2026 13:45

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On International Day of Forests, Exinity and Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation highlight the power of environmental innovation

Planting the seeds of change On the occasion of the International Day of Forests celebrated on March 21st, Exinity, together with the Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation, reaffirm their commitment to environmental sustainability by highlighting their early and ongoing support of ECOmbare, a purpose-driven initiative dedicated to restoring Cyprus’s forest ecosystems. As an early supporter […]

20.03.2026 13:32

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Cyprus fiscal council warns of significant economic pressure from Iran war

Council calls for targeted support rather than blanket measures The Cyprus Fiscal Council on Friday warned that developments related to the war in Iran are likely to exert significant pressure on the Cypriot economy, urging the government to prepare immediately for potential fallout. “The developments in Iran are quite likely to exert significant pressures on […]

20.03.2026 13:08

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Strava upload reveals location of French warship off Cyprus coast

The location of the French military aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, which had been located off the Limassol coast earlier this week, was leaked via the GPS tracker of a young officer’s Strava sports app, French newspaper Le Monde reported on Friday. “As the French naval task force moves closer to Iran, Le Monde has […]

20.03.2026 12:22

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Politicians in north outraged by Metsola’s Eoka remarks

Strong reactions continued in the north on Friday to remarks made by European Parliament president Roberta Metsola referencing Eoka. Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman said the comments raised serious concerns among Turkish Cypriots, questioning whether European officials fully understand the sensitivities surrounding the organisation. “While Mrs Metsola marked this anniversary with great enthusiasm, was she […]

20.03.2026 12:10

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‘Rocket’ Ronnie O’Sullivan makes snooker history with highest ever break

Ronnie O’Sullivan has once again rewritten snooker history, producing a remarkable 153 break – the highest ever recorded in professional play – in a feat that has stunned fans and fellow players alike. The Englishman, widely regarded as the greatest player the sport has ever seen, achieved the unprecedented total during a recent exhibition-style frame, […]

20.03.2026 12:10

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Eurobank to support farmers hit by animal disease outbreak

Eurobank on Friday announced that it is closely monitoring developments in Cyprus’ livestock sector following the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease and the mass culling of animals across several farming units. The bank said it is “ready to support its customers and the livestock sector more broadly”, as the situation continues to unfold. The outbreak has […]

20.03.2026 11:55

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25-year-old Cypriot founder brings Heatwave Fitness Festival to New York City

At just 25 years old, Cypriot founder Connie Christofi is doing something many people dream about for years: building a fitness movement that blends workouts, music, culture, and community. After making waves in the Mediterranean with the high-energy Heatwave Fitness Festival, Connie is now turning her attention to the global capital of wellness trends: New […]

20.03.2026 11:50

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Lidl Cyprus invests over €1.3 million for the expansion its store in Mouttagiaka

With renewed infrastructure and an emphasis on energy efficiency, Lidl Cyprus is upgrading the shopping experience in Limassol. Lidl Cyprus continues its network upgrade plan and is delivering its fully renovated store in Mouttagiaka to the public. With an investment exceeding 1.3 million euros, the company is modernizing its infrastructure, offering a modern and functional […]

20.03.2026 11:47

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Heavy rainfall expected in Cyprus over next two weeks

Above-normal rainfall is expected in Cyprus over the next two weeks, the climate watch advisory group of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Friday. The forecast period runs from March 19 to 31. Weekly precipitation amounts are expected to range between 25 and 75mm, with higher totals possible in exposed areas. The probability of […]

20.03.2026 11:46

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Spain to reduce VAT on fuel to 10% over Iran war

Spain on Friday will reduce the value-added tax on fuel products to 10% from 21% as part of measures to cushion the economic blow from the Middle East conflict, SER radio station reported, citing sources familiar with the plans. Madrid also plans to suspend the excise duty on hydrocarbons, which would lead to an immediate […]

20.03.2026 11:41

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Dead dolphin found on Paphos beach

A dead dolphin was found washed ashore on Friday morning on the Pharos seafront promenade in Kato Paphos. The animal was found by residents during early morning walks, with passers by alerting both police and the fisheries department. Officers attended the scene shortly afterwards to examine the carcass and secure the area. Fisheries officials collected […]

20.03.2026 11:38

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Paphos tourism board hosts 40 Armenian agencies in expansion push

Paphos stepped up efforts to strengthen air connectivity and tap new tourism markets this week, hosting 40 tour agencies from Armenia to mark the launch of new flights to the district. According to an announcement by the Paphos Regional Tourism Board (Etap), the visit formed part of the organisation’s broader strategy to boost the district’s […]

20.03.2026 11:34

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Ground handling strike at Larnaca airport disrupts flights

Workers at Goldair Handling Cyprus Ltd staged a strike at Larnaca airport on Friday, halting operations for two hours and disrupting flights amid an escalating dispute over redundancies, pay and collective agreements. The work stoppage began shortly after 9am and continued until 11am, with at least two flights affected. The action followed a ten-day strike […]

20.03.2026 11:33

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A taste of chocolate

Milk chocolate mousse with a crispy baseFor the mousse100g milk chocolate150ml whipped creamFor the base75g oat biscuits25g butter (melted)Coarsely chopped hazelnutsGrated chocolate Crumble the cookies in a food processor and mix them with the melted butter.Divide the cookie mixture among the base of 4-5 small glasses and press lightly with a spoon to flatten.Melt the […]

20.03.2026 11:32

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In Trump’s shadow, Greenland seeks more leverage from Danish vote

Greenlandic candidates competing for two seats in Denmark’s election next week hope to leverage the unprecedented attention brought to their island by U.S. President Donald Trump to wrangle concessions from its former colonial power. Trump’s ambitions for the U.S. to acquire Greenland have drawn sharp focus on the Arctic island of 57,000 people, exposing longstanding […]

20.03.2026 11:30

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Education ministry ‘acted illegally towards disabled employees’

The education ministry “continuously and illegally” failed to take the necessary measures to implement legislation for people with disabilities in the education service, the Supreme Constitutional Court said on Friday. The court said in a ruling that the omissions were made between 2010 and 2015 by the administrators of the pre-employment training programme. Three teachers […]

20.03.2026 11:23

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Holographic AI project aims to revitalise Larnaca countryside

Larnaca’s countryside is set to gain a new digital attraction after the Larnaca and Famagusta chamber of commerce and industry (Evel) signed a contract with PwC Cyprus for the creation of an artificial intelligence-powered holographic avatar under the REVIVE project. According to the company, the project will bring to life “Marikkou pou ta Lefkara”, inspired […]

20.03.2026 11:01

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United visit Bournemouth still without De Ligt

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says Matthijs de Ligt’s recovery from a back injury is progressing slower than expected and he has no idea when the Dutch defender will be able to return to action. De Ligt, 26, has been sidelined since United’s 2-1 win over Crystal Palace in November and there are doubts he […]

20.03.2026 10:52

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