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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 08:57

Yellow weather warning for severe storms

The met department has issued a warning for isolated strong winds expected between 11am and 11pm on Friday. According to the warning, strong, isolated storms are expected to affect the island, particularly in the west and south. Locally, the intensity of the rain is expected to range between 35 and 55 millimetres per hour, and […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 08:52

Teenager dies in accident with stolen motorcycle in Nicosia

A 15-year-old boy has died in a motorcycle accident in Nicosia on Thursday night, which left another 17-year-old teenager in critical condition at Nicosia general hospital, police said on Friday. According to the police, the incident occurred at around 9.15pm on Thursday, when the 15-year, driving with a 17-year-old passenger, collided with a car driven […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 08:28

Today’s weather: Chilly and stormy

The working week draws to a close on Friday with early fog in inland and eastern areas, followed by increasing cloud bringing local rain and isolated storms, mainly in the west. The weather will gradually turn mainly cloudy with local rain and isolated storms, some potentially intense with hail and strengthening winds. Meanwhile the highest […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 08:00

Fresh Israeli strikes on Iran widen conflict after Trump warning

Israel launched a fresh wave of attacks on Iran on Friday, a day after President Donald Trump told it not to repeat its strikes on Iranian natural gas infrastructure, which sharply escalated the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. The conflict has killed thousands of people, spread to neighbouring nations and hit the global economy since the […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 08:00

EU construction output falls in January as building activity slumps

Construction production in the European Union declined in January 2026, with seasonally adjusted output falling by 0.9 per cent in the EU and by 0.1 per cent in the euro area, according to Eurostat. The figures marked a reversal from December 2025, when construction production increased by 1.0 per cent in the EU and 0.7 […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 08:00

Champions League exposes Premier League limits as English clubs exit early

The Champions League’s last-16 stage delivered an unusually stark reckoning for the Premier League, with only Arsenal and Liverpool advancing from the six English clubs that reached the knockout rounds. For the first time all six Premier League sides competing in Europe’s top competition had made the last 16, with five of them finishing inside […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: shipping, property, tourism, banks, energy

Deputy Shipping Minister Marina Hadjimanolis said on Thursday that 11 Cyprus-flagged ships in the Gulf are safe, as the government monitors the regional crisis and its potential impact on shipping, trade, energy and tourism. Speaking at a press conference for the Deputy Ministry of Shipping’s 2025 annual report in Limassol, Hadjimanolis said the closure of the straits […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 07:00

How AI is changing the world of real estate agents

By Pavlos Loizou The profession of the estate agent has always been built on human relationships, market knowledge, and the ability to guide clients through one of the most significant financial decisions of their lives. But a quiet revolution is underway — and McKinsey’s research points to exactly where it’s headed.  According to the global consultancy firm, most estate […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 06:40

Older Greek apartments see faster price growth than new builds

Apartment prices in Greece recorded an annual increase of 7.6 per cent in 2025, according to provisional data released this week by the Bank of Greece. The figures showed that prices for apartments continued to rise across the country, reflecting sustained demand in the housing market. In the fourth quarter of 2025, apartment prices increased […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 06:30

Cyprus firms invited to compete for health and safety honours

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has announced that the Department of Labour Inspection, operating under the Labour Ministry, is organising a competition for businesses that implement good practices in the workplace. This relates to health and safety practices and covers all sectors of economic activity. The chamber said that Cypriot businesses and […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 06:10

Gamification apps helping seafarers take control of their health

The growing use of gamification apps is helping seafarers take greater autonomy over their health and wellness, according to WellAtSea, a leading wellbeing platform and member of OneCare Group, which argues that mental health remains one of the most under-addressed risks in the maritime industry. At the same time, the company warned that silence is […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 06:00

Lordos Hotels to consider dividend proposal at board meeting

The board of directors of Lordos Hotels (Holdings) Public Ltd has announced that it is scheduled to convene on April 22, 2026, to evaluate the audited consolidated financial statements of the group for the 2025 fiscal year. The leadership team will also use the session to deliberate on a dividend proposal intended for distribution to […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 04:24

Restoration works progress at Apostolos Andreas Monastery

Conservation works at the Apostolos Andreas Monastery in Rizokarpaso are progressing on schedule, according to officials following an on-site inspection by project partners on Thursday. Representatives from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and members of the advisory body of the technical committee on cultural heritage visited the site during March to assess ongoing restoration […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 04:20

Our View: Fire readiness needs smarter strategy, not bigger payroll

Some work has been done by the authorities in preparation for the fire season, the House environment committee heard on Wednesday, said the fire chief Nikos Longinos, who was recently appointed acting national coordinator for fires. There would be adequate aircraft for firefighting by May 1, by which time the authorities will have 11arcraft at […]

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Kıbrıs 20.03.2026 00:45

EU ‘stands ready to assist’ Cyprus in discussions over British bases’ future

The European Council late on Thursday night announced that it “stands ready to assist” the Cypriot government in discussions regarding the future of the United Kingdom’s two sovereign bases on the island, with the government having emboldened its rhetoric regarding their future in recent weeks after the Akrotiri base was hit by an Iranian-made drone. […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 23:10

Crystal Palace edge Aek Larnaca out of Conference League

Aek Larnaca’s European journey came to an end on Thursday night, after Crystal Palace beat them 2-1 at the Aek Arena to knock them out of the Conference League, though the English side did require extra time to do so, and survived a chaotic end to the game to continue their own European adventure. The […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 23:03

Americans believe Trump will send troops into Iran, and don’t like the idea, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Some 65% of Americans believe U.S. President Donald Trump will order troops into a large-scale ground war in Iran and just 7% support that idea, a Reuters/Ipsos poll that closed on Thursday found. The three-day poll showed Trump’s broader standing with the public holding largely unchanged at 40%, up 1 percentage point from a Reuters/Ipsos […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 22:51

Trump-appointed arts panel approves gold coin featuring president’s image

A federal arts panel comprised of members appointed by Donald Trump on Thursday unanimously approved a commemorative gold coin featuring his image, the latest effort by the administration to celebrate the president. Critics, including Democrats and members of another federal arts committee, said minting a coin with a sitting president’s image went against American values, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 22:42

France’s foreign minister heads to Israel after Lebanon talks

France’s foreign minister will travel to Israel on Friday, in an unscheduled visit, after visiting Beirut on Thursday as part of efforts to reduce tensions in the region and secure a ceasefire in Lebanon. The foreign ministry said in a statement that Jean-Noel Barrot would discuss with Israeli authorities regional security and humanitarian aid issues, and attempts to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 21:56

Resolution to disclose charity’s donors foiled

The House of Representatives on Thursday voted down a resolution calling on the government to disclose to parliament donations to the social support fund, a charity previously chaired by the first lady. Tabled by opposition party Akel, the resolution was defeated by 19 votes against, to 15 in favour. Under the motion, the government would […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 19:29

Complaint over alleged teacher bullying referred for investigation

A complaint alleging the bullying of a student by a secondary school teacher was forwarded on Thursday to the education ministry and the children’s rights commissioner for further investigation. “The complaint in question is directed against a teacher at a high school who, according to the complainant, makes insulting and derogatory comments regarding the personal […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 19:03

Cyprus passes first law regulating palliative care

The House plenum on Thursday voted through legislation regulating for the first time the provision of palliative care in Cyprus. The law, passed unanimously, regulates the operation, licensing and oversight of palliative care centres. It sets out the requirements for establishing and operating such facilities, as well as the healthcare standards. Additionally, it seeks to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 18:25

Livestock farmers protest access restrictions in Paphos

Strong reactions have been expressed by livestock farmers in the areas of Timi and Anarita in Paphos district over new measures implemented by the agriculture ministry to protect animals from foot-and-mouth disease. Specifically, the decision to open the roads between Timi and Anarita from 5am and close them from 7am is, according to the farmers, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 18:11

Cyprus’ classic car rally approaches

Classic cars will hit the road, travelling through Cyprus’ cities and along its coastline, and all for a good cause. Soon, the 48 Hours Cyprus Classic Car Rally will take place once again, organised by the Cyprus Classic Car Federation and supported by the eWise Cyprus Ltd – Esso Branded Supplier. Its mission? To share […]

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