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Too early to gauge economic impact of attacks on Cyprus

It is too early to gauge the extent of the economic impact on Cyprus of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, although risks such as inflation are likely, an economist told media on Monday. “Cyprus is not far from Teheran,” said University of Cyprus professor Marios Zachariades. “Should the armed conflict drag on, it […]

02.03.2026 16:51

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Bomb shelters cannot accommodate even half the population

There are approximately 2,500 bomb shelters available across Cyprus that can accommodate up to 45 per cent of the population, and efforts are ongoing to increase their number, Civil Defence head Maria Papa said on Monday. One way to achieve this would be to provide incentives for the reservation of areas in new buildings to […]

02.03.2026 16:31

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Pafilia Plaza: a new landmark rising in the heart of Paphos

There are moments in a city’s evolution when a development does more than introduce new residences, it reshapes the way people experience urban living. Pafilia Plaza is one such moment for Paphos. Positioned in the vibrant centre of Kato Paphos, just steps from the Mediterranean Sea, Pafilia Plaza introduces a new standard for property in […]

02.03.2026 16:30

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Hundreds of Iranians cross border into Turkey, witness says

Hundreds of Iranians crossed the border into Turkey on Monday afternoon as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran expanded, a Reuters witness said, with those arriving speaking of fear in Tehran and queues at petrol stations. In the morning, Turkey had said day-trip passenger crossings at the three Turkish-Iranian border gates had been mutually suspended, with […]

02.03.2026 16:22

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Fierce competition reshapes European smartphone market

The European smartphone market declined by 1 per cent to 134.2 million units in 2025, according to the latest research released by market analysts Omdia. This marked the end of what the firm described as a disruptive year shaped by subdued demand and new eco-design and USB-C regulations. The findings show that Europe’s smartphone shipments […]

02.03.2026 16:04

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Combining sports and academic excellence

The number of private schools offering comprehensive athletic programmes on the island can be counted on your hands. Developing any high-quality athletic programme requires significant investment in facilities, specialised staff and strong external collaboration with clubs and national governing bodies, which can be challenging for many schools. Yet more schools are getting in on the […]

02.03.2026 16:00

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Threat level at British Dhekelia base ‘low’

The threat level at the British Dhekelia base area, the UK’s eastern base in Cyprus, has been assessed to be “low”, chief superintendent Neil Cripps, the bases’ eastern divisional commander, said on Monday afternoon, while also denying that the Dhekelia base was to be evacuated. In a message issued to the residents of villages within […]

02.03.2026 15:44

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Cyprus tourism revenues hit record €3.69bn in 2025

Cyprus’ tourism revenues climbed to a record €3.69 billion in 2025, marking a 15.2 per cent annual increase, according to the state statistical service (Cystat), as the sector extended its strong post-pandemic recovery. Based on the results, revenues for the January to December 2025 period reached €3.69 million, compared with €3.2m in the corresponding period […]

02.03.2026 15:39

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How AI reputation management works: A complete guide from status labs

There is a good chance that before a potential customer, investor, or business partner ever reaches your website, they have already formed an opinion about you. Not from a Google search, not from a review site, and not from a press release. They asked an AI. That shift is what makes AI reputation management one […]

02.03.2026 15:38

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Cyprus economy grew by 3.8 per cent in 2025 as real GDP hits €30.5bn

Cyprus’ gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 3.8 per cent in real terms in 2025, according to preliminary estimates by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The statistical service said the economy recorded positive growth of 3.8 per cent in real terms compared with 2024, with GDP at constant prices reaching €30.52 billion. In current prices, […]

02.03.2026 15:34

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How to build a capsule wardrobe that works in Cyprus

Many wardrobes are full, yet people still feel like they have nothing suitable to wear. The issue is often not the absence of clothing but the lack of coordinating pieces. The concept of a capsule wardrobe, often shown online as a perfectly curated closet, is essentially a small collection of versatile clothing pieces that can […]

02.03.2026 15:30

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Slight price increase seen in e‑kalathi products

Prices of products in the e-kalathi app have risen slightly, the Consumers Association said on Monday, referring to the first two months of 2026. This data comes from the association’s new price observatory, which said the average total increase for January and February was 0.77 per cent. In contrast, a small decrease of 0.51 per […]

02.03.2026 15:29

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European Commission welcomes Cyprus’ approach to anti-fraud policy

Cyprus launched its anti-fraud agenda under the EU Council Presidency, hosting the first meeting of the Working Party on Combating Fraud in Brussels and welcoming the new director-general of the European Anti-Fraud Office (Olaf), Petr Klement. According to a statement from the general accounting office, the meeting was chaired last week, by the director of […]

02.03.2026 15:21

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Cyprus FMD spread ‘normal and expected’

The continuing spread of foot and mouth disease seen over the weekend was “normal and expected within the infected zone,” veterinary services department spokesperson Sotiria Georgiadou said on Monday. Almost all units within a three-kilometre radius of the first cases have now been vaccinated, she said, with private veterinarians administering 64,900 doses. Meanwhile, the first […]

02.03.2026 15:20

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Love it or hate it, AI is taking over the classroom

It’s safe to say that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become part of both teachers and students’ lives. Some say it has changed traditional classrooms into more dynamic spaces of personalised learning reflecting the future lives of children growing up in a tech age. Others caution its influence in the classroom and question if there is […]

02.03.2026 15:00

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Global shipping disrupted as tankers stranded, damaged

Insurance companies are cancelling war risk coverage for vessels in the Gulf as the widening Iran conflict disrupted shipping, leaving at least four tankers damaged, a seafarer killed and 150 ships stranded around the Strait of Hormuz. Shipping through the strait between Iran and Oman, which carries around one fifth of oil consumed globally as […]

02.03.2026 14:55

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Open call for artists, groups, creators to take part in BoCCF’s 10th Faneromeni fest

The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation (BoCCF) is planning a new series of activities and events to mark the 10th anniversary of the Faneromeni Arts Festival (2016–2026), and issuing an open call for emerging artists, groups and creators to submit their proposals. This year’s theme pays tribute to the past while serving as a source […]

02.03.2026 14:31

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Major Saudi refinery, Iraqi Kurdish and Israeli oil, gas fields shut amid Mideast strikes

Saudi Arabia shut its biggest domestic oil refinery on Monday after a drone strike, a source said, as Israeli and U.S. strikes and Iranian retaliation triggered precautionary shutdowns of oil and gas facilities across the Middle East. A wave of attacks on the region stretched into a third day, resulting in the suspension of most […]

02.03.2026 14:11

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Fire breaks out on wooden roof of house

A fire broke out shortly after midnight on the wooden roof of a house in Ayios Theodoros, the fire service reported on Monday. Four fire engines from the Larnaca district responded after a call was received reporting the blaze at three minutes past midnight. Part of the wooden roof was damaged by the flames and […]

02.03.2026 14:06

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Woman critically injured in Limassol accident

A 61-year-old woman is being treated in a critical condition at a private hospital in Limassol after being struck by a car on Monday morning, police said. The accident occurred around 7am in the Ypsonas area while the woman was attempting to cross the road. She was hit by a vehicle driven by a 33-year-old […]

02.03.2026 14:01

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EU backs Cyprus after Akrotiri drone incident, von der Leyen tells Christodoulides

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed the EU’s support for Cyprus and all member states following the overnight drone strike on the British base at Akrotiri, the Commission chief said Monday. Von der Leyen, writing on social media after speaking with President Nikos Christodoulides, said the Union stands “collectively, firmly and unequivocally” with […]

02.03.2026 14:00

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‘No shortage of lamb and goat meat for Easter’

There doesn’t seem to be a shortage of meat for the Easter table, spokesman for the sheep and goat farmers’ coordinating committee Panikos Kaponas said on Monday. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, he said the situation will depend on the progress of foot and mouth disease. “As the data currently stands regarding foot and […]

02.03.2026 13:50

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Travel stocks tumble as war sparks worst disruption since pandemic

Travel shares tumbled on Monday as escalating conflict between the U.S., Israel and Iran disrupted flights worldwide, forced the closure of key Middle Eastern hubs and sent oil prices surging, with analysts warning of weeks of disruption. Dubai, the world’s busiest international hub, and Doha remained shut for a third day, leaving tens of thousands […]

02.03.2026 13:48

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Two Greek frigates, two Greek fighter jets en route to Cyprus

Two Greek frigates and two Greek F-16 fighter jets are en route to Cyprus, after the island became the target of drone strikes on Monday, Greece’s Defence Minister Nikos Dendias said. One of the two frigates is the Kimon class Belharra, a brand-new navy ship which entered service late last year, and is armed with […]

02.03.2026 13:41

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