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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 14:37

Fears for Cyprus’ native cattle amid foot and mouth outbreak

Concerns over the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease have sparked debate in Cyprus over whether blanket culling policies could place the island’s native cattle – also known as the red cow breed – at risk. While authorities typically respond to suspected cases with strict containment measures, including the culling of affected herds, scientists are warning that […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 14:35

Health Minister honours memory of tuberculosis patients at Kyperounta Sanatorium

The Kyperounta Sanatorium, a cornerstone of Cyprus’ medical history, was the focus of a commemorative ceremony on Sunday, with Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides paying tribute to tuberculosis patients who were treated and passed away at the facility. Addressing attendees at the memorial service, Charalambides spoke about the sanatorium’s evolution over the decades. Initially dedicated to […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 14:12

Israel orders destruction of bridges in Lebanon and homes near Israeli border

Israel’s military has been ordered to destroy all bridges over Lebanon’s Litani River and to step up the demolition of Lebanese homes near the Israeli border, the country’s defence minister said on Sunday. Earlier, an Israeli was killed in his car near the border with Lebanon after what the military described as a “launch” from […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 14:00

House Finance Committee to discuss government debt reform bills

The House Finance Committee on Monday will examine two government bills aimed at upgrading the current debt confirmation mechanism of the Financial Ombudsman, including provisions for debt restructuring and enforcement of his decisions. The bills aim to strengthen the role of the Financial Ombudsman by making his decisions binding, allowing faster and more effective protection […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 13:15

Request for a clear public position and parliamentary initiative on wildfire preparedness

An open letter to President Nikos Christodoulides from fothkia.com We are also addressing the media because we believe that prevention, accountability and the protection of human life are not the responsibility of the government or the competent services alone. They are the responsibility of all of us. They are the responsibility of political parties, parliament, […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 12:58

Luxury goods worth thousands seized at Larnaca airport

Customs officials on Saturday discovered undeclared luxury goods of significant value in the luggage of two passengers at Larnaca Airport. In a statement, the customs department said the two passengers, of Russian origin and holding Cypriot citizenship, had arrived from Switzerland and chose to pass through the green channel at the airport, indicating they had […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 12:50

War in the Middle East and its impact on the global economy

Recently, the global economy has faced severe challenges, notably the pandemic, the Ukraine war and disruptions in global trade. Currently, it is once again confronted with a new and rapidly evolving armed conflict in the sensitive region of the Middle East, a development that is not only costing innocent lives but also generating widespread uncertainty […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 12:35

President working for unity and resumption of talks, minister says

President Nikos Christodoulides has been working since the first day of his administration to promote unity and cohesion, while undertaking initiatives aimed at resuming negotiations within the agreed framework and with a more active role for the European Union, Energy Minister Michael Damianos said on Sunday. Damianos was speaking during a commemorative address at the […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 12:20

Man arrested in Nicosia over stolen vehicle and illegal possession

Police on Saturday night arrested a 32-year-old man in Nicosia in connection with a case involving a stolen vehicle and unlawful possession of property. According to a police statement, officers located a vehicle parked in the city that had been reported stolen on March 17, 2026. The vehicle was placed under surveillance, during which the […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 12:00

A perfect storm is brewing of Trump’s own making

While the war in Iran shows no immediate signs of ending, the world’s attention rightly remains focused on developments in the Gulf. That, however, does not mean that time stands still on other matters – or indeed on how the war itself is affecting issues beyond the immediate US-Israel and Iran conflict. In Cyprus, attention […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 11:55

Thousands in cryptocurrency stolen in fake job interview scam

Cryptocurrency worth €107,000 was stolen by online fraudsters from an individual who was tricked into downloading an application under the pretext of a job interview, police said on Sunday. According to a statement, the complaint was filed with the Criminal Investigation Department at police headquarters and concerns an online fraud case involving the theft of […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 11:45

Italians begin voting in high-stakes justice referendum

Italians began voting on Sunday in a referendum to confirm a contested judicial reform put forward by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, a key test for her right-wing coalition ahead of a general election due next year. Voters must decide whether to back constitutional changes to separate the career paths of judges and public prosecutors — […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 11:30

Researchers turn ocean dead zones into talking skies for pilots

Researchers are developing satellite links that bring clear, real time radio and data connections to flights over oceans, helping air traffic controllers keep routes safer and more efficient. By Michael Allen On 4 June 2025, air traffic controllers in Spain’s Canary Islands held a clear, uninterrupted conversation with a commercial pilot flying high above the […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 11:30

Govt spokesman calls for unity and vigilance at Eoka memorial

Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis on Sunday said that current circumstances leave no room for complacency or forgetfulness, urging unity and a clear national direction. “The relentless gravity of the situation requires us to stand united, with seriousness, national awareness and clear orientation,” Letymbiotis said during a memorial speech. He was speaking at a memorial service […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 11:10

Seven arrested in overnight police operations, 163 drivers reported

Police said on Sunday they arrested seven people during targeted overnight operations as part of ongoing crime prevention measures. Authorities also reported 163 drivers for various traffic offences following checks carried out across the island. According to a police statement, one person was arrested for the offence of unlawful possession of property. Three others were […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 10:50

Unsettled weather continues across Cyprus with rain, storms and snowfall forecast

A low-pressure system continues to affect the region, bringing unsettled weather conditions across Cyprus. On Sunday, skies will remain mostly cloudy, with localised showers and isolated thunderstorms expected, initially affecting the western half of the island and mountainous areas, gradually extending to inland and northern regions. Hail is likely in thunderstorms, while snowfall is expected […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 10:30

Vietnam’s Communist Party secures nearly 97% of assembly seats

Vietnam’s Communist Party won nearly 97% of the 500 seats in the National Assembly, according to results released by the parliament on March 22, confirming its overwhelming dominance after a vote in which almost all candidates were fielded by the ruling party. The party’s 482-seat haul was roughly in line with the number it held […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 10:00

Strong dollar emerges as safe haven as Middle East war sparks oil fears

War in the Middle East means investors may not only have to contemplate a higher oil price, but also a stronger dollar than many had bargained for at the start of the year. The greenback has emerged as one of the clearest “safe-haven” winners since the US-Israeli strike ​on Iran on February 28 sparked conflict […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 10:00

Trump, Iran threaten power, energy targets as war escalates

U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran threatened to escalate their war, targeting energy and fuel facilities in the Gulf, which could again roil global energy and financial markets and deepen a regional crisis. Trump on Saturday threatened to “obliterate” Iran’s power plants if Tehran did not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 09:30

Does Cyprus still talk the talk?

Once, Cyprus had conversations. At café tables. On balconies. Late into the evening, over coffee or zivania. Our conversations wandered. Looped back on themselves. Punctuated by laughter, they were long and deep and often meaningful. Back then, talking was the point. Time stretched to make room for long chats; there was nowhere else you had […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 09:15

We want it so much, says Arteta, as Arsenal seek end to trophy drought

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta shook off the nerves ahead of Sunday’s League Cup final against Manchester City, saying his team were determined to win their first silverware in six years. The north London club have become the nearly men of English football in recent years, finishing second in the Premier League in the last three […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 09:00

The UN Charter on self-defence has been conducive to maintaining relative peace

History repeated itself as farce at the White House last Thursday during the visit of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for talks with President Trump at the Oval Office. As usual Trump took questions from journalists before talks in private, when one Japanese reporter asked why Trump had not informed allies like Japan that he […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 09:00

Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting March 16: The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) on Monday expressed “deep disappointment and strong concern” over the postponement by the House health committee of the examination of two legislative amendments aimed at facilitating the employment of nurses from third countries. The […]

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Kıbrıs 22.03.2026 08:30

Tales from the Coffeeshop: A ‘frank and open’ discussion on the bases, Prez style

PREZNIKTWO has embraced a new cause that is certain to win him many brownie points and give his flagging approval ratings a much-needed boost. He will raise the issue of the British bases with the UK government, after the end of the war in Iran. This was the theme of his visit to Brussels and […]

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