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Residential building activity surges as apartment block numbers rise

Building permit activity in Cyprus remained strong in November 2025, according to data released on Friday by the statistical service (Cystat).  A total of 850 permits were authorised in November 2025, with a value of €382.9 million and a total area of 333.4 thousand square metres. These permits provide for the construction of 1,631 dwelling units.  In the first eleven months of 2025, building permits reached 7,340, compared with 6,442 in the January to […]

13.03.2026 13:45

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Cyprus public debt falls to lowest level since 2008, president hails policies

Public debt continued to fall in 2025, reaching its lowest percentage of GDP since 2008, while Cyprus also recorded its fourth consecutive fiscal surplus.  President Nikos Christodoulides on Friday used his social media profile on X to say that public debt had reached its lowest percentage of GDP since 2008, “as a result of our responsible fiscal policy”. […]

13.03.2026 12:55

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Nato assets in eastern Mediterranean down another Iranian ballistic missile

Nato air and missile assets located in the eastern Mediterranean have downed another ballistic missile launched from Iran, the Turkish defence ministry said. While the exact location of the missile has not yet been disclosed, the ministry said that “all necessary measures are being taken decisively and without hesitation against any threat directed at our […]

13.03.2026 12:30

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Phedonas case file returned to legal service

The case file concerning the suspended mayor of Paphos, Phedonas Phedonos, was returned to the legal service by police headquarters on Friday following the completion of investigative work. The file relates to a complaint of an alleged rape and will now be studied and evaluated before any further actions are decided. The file was initially […]

13.03.2026 12:28

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US launches unfair-trade probes to rebuild Trump’s tariff pressure

The administration of Donald Trump has launched a sweeping set of trade investigations targeting dozens of countries over excess industrial capacity and alleged failures to curb forced labour, as it seeks to rebuild tariff pressure after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down much of Trump’s global tariff program earlier this year. The […]

13.03.2026 12:25

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TV shows we love: Dark Desire

One word that comes to mind when I think of Dark Desire is obsession. This Spanish psychological thriller pulls you into a sultry, suspenseful spiral of betrayal, power and the shifting nature of truth. Across two seasons, the show follows Alma Solares, a married law professor. When her best friend convinces her to take an […]

13.03.2026 12:23

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus warns bus operator over unilateral plan to suspend Pame Express service

Cyprus’s Ministry of Transport has said that the Cyprus Public Transport company acted unilaterally and in breach of its contract when it announced plans to suspend the Pame Express service. In a statement, the ministry said it has already sent a letter instructing the operator to withdraw its intention to halt the service and to […]

13.03.2026 12:15

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Easy and comfortable meal ideal for busy days

Chicken-Stuffed Sweet PotatoesThese chicken-stuffed sweet potatoes are an easy, comforting meal that still feels light. The soft, baked sweet potato goes perfectly with chicken, red cabbage and a lemon yogurt sauce. Simple ingredients, balanced flavours, and ideal for busy days when you want something nourishing without feeling too full. Serves 21 large sweet potato1 tbsp […]

13.03.2026 12:00

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Pasykaf welcomes creation of national cancer institute

The Pancyprian association of cancer patients and friends (Pasykaf) has welcomed the cabinet approval of the national cancer institute law of 2026, describing it as a major step forward in the coordination and management of cancer care in Cyprus. In a statement, Pasykaf highlighted that the establishment of the national cancer institute as an autonomous […]

13.03.2026 11:59

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Guterres: I will do everything in my power to resolve the Cyprus problem

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he would do everything in his power to resolve the Cyprus problem, until his term ends at the end of this year. “We are working very hard to resolve the Cyprus problem. I would not say we are close, but we have made positive progress. We have restarted communications. […]

13.03.2026 11:51

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Ministry counts 37 applicants to head central prison

Some 37 applications have been received for the position of head of the central prison, following the suspended of former prison director Anna Aristotelous, local news media reported on Friday. According to Philenews, the public service commission has received 37 applications since the position was first published at the end of January and the closing […]

13.03.2026 11:45

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Limassol visitor numbers hold steady despite regional tensions

Visitor numbers in Limassol have so far held up despite the tension in the wider region, with tourism bodies saying Cyprus continues to be regarded as a safe and dependable destination. That was the main message from a meeting between the Limassol regional tourism board (Etap), the Limassol hoteliers association (Pasyxe) and the association of […]

13.03.2026 11:30

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Turkish-owned ship allowed to pass through Strait of Hormuz, minister says

A Turkish-owned ship that had been waiting near Iran was allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after authorities received permission from Tehran, Turkish Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu was reported as saying by local media. Ankara was continuing contacts with Iranian officials regarding the situation of the remaining 14 Turkish-owned vessels there, Uraloglu told […]

13.03.2026 11:25

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Tziortzis enters testing period ahead of new EuroNASCAR season

The countdown has begun for the start of the new racing season in the Nascar Euro Series Championship, where Vladimiros Tziortzis will compete. The Cypriot has entered a new testing phase ahead of the first race, which is scheduled for the third weekend of April in Valencia, Spain. “We had a break so that all […]

13.03.2026 11:24

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EU commissioner confirms strict enforcement of FMD protocol

European animal health commissioner, Oliver Varhelyi, told farmers and agricultural organisations on Friday that the European Union regulation on foot-and-mouth disease on mass culling will be implemented without relaxation. Speaking after a meeting at the Zenon coordination centre in Larnaca, agricultural union president Michalis Lytras said that “the commissioner simply reiterated to us that the […]

13.03.2026 11:16

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UK ‘exposed’ Cypriots to drone attacks, leading opposition figure says

The United Kingdom “exposed” Cypriots to drone attacks by virtue of maintaining its bases in Akrotiri and Dhekelia and leaving them undefended, shadow leader of the House of Commons Jesse Norman, one of the leading figures in the country’s political opposition, said. “The Cypriot high commissioner and the president of Cyprus have publicly expressed their […]

13.03.2026 10:56

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus president welcomes EU decision ending ‘golden passport’ case, says reforms proved effective

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides has said that the European Commission’s decision to close its infringement procedure over the island’s former “golden passport” scheme reflects the effectiveness of the government’s corrective measures. Christodoulides said he was pleased that “the decisions we took — decisions that are being implemented — led to this outcome,” adding that the […]

13.03.2026 10:45

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Cyprus parliament to vote on basic payment accounts for small firms

Plans to give very small businesses access to payment accounts with basic features are expected to go before parliament’s plenary, even as ministries, the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) and commercial banks continue to raise objections. The House commerce committee on Thursday closed discussion on two legislative proposals tabled by MPs Costas Costas, Giannakis Gavriel and Andreas Pasiourtidis, after examining […]

13.03.2026 10:44

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March 26 deadline for Maronite, Armenian and Latin voters to check electoral rolls

The interior ministry announced on Friday that special electoral rolls for Maronite, Armenian and Latin communities have been published in preparation for the parliamentary elections on May 24. The rolls, which list voters eligible to elect their representatives to the House, will be displayed for ten days, from March 16 to March 26, at district […]

13.03.2026 10:44

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Cyprus shipping deputy ministry joins talks on sustainable blue economy

Limassol district local government organisation (EOA) president Yiannis Tsouloftas this week met with shipping deputy minister Marina Hadjimanolis to discuss cooperation opportunities under the European EIT Water initiative. The meeting took place on Thursday with the participation of Limassol district local government organisation director general Socrates Metaxas, officials of the organisation and representatives of the […]

13.03.2026 10:35

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F1 leader Russell puts Mercedes on pole for China sprint race

Formula One championship leader George Russell put Mercedes on pole position for the first sprint race of the season in China on Friday in a provisional front row lockout with teammate Kimi Antonelli. Russell led every phase of the session at the Shanghai circuit to take his first career sprint pole in a time of […]

13.03.2026 10:33

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Alcaraz sets up Medvedev Indian Wells semi-final

World number one Carlos Alcaraz charged past Cameron Norrie 6-3 6-4 on Thursday to set up an Indian Wells semi-final with Daniil Medvedev after the Russian ended Jack Draper’s title defence with a 6-17-5 win following a controversial umpiring call. Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka also reached the last four in the women’s draw with a 7-6(0) […]

13.03.2026 10:28

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Forest beaten, win for Villa in Europa League

Elsewhere, Robbie Keane’s Ferencvaros beat Braga 2-0 and Genk had a 1-0 home win over Freiburg. Forest had hoped to put their Premier League relegation battle to one side with a European win but for the second time this season, Danish side Midtjylland came away victorious from the City Ground, having won 3-2 in the […]

13.03.2026 10:26

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Women at sea face hidden pressures and workplace bias, experts warn

Mental health experts are warning that, if the industry does not remove barriers for women at sea, it risks losing the next generation of talent and leaders altogether, according to Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS), a company specialising in providing psychological services for shipping firms. In a statement, the the company explained women at sea […]

13.03.2026 10:24

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