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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 15:30

Restaurant review: Nostalgia served it better

One of the downsides of always chasing somewhere new to try is that old favourites quietly fall off the radar. You don’t mean for it to happen, but suddenly you realise it’s been years. That was exactly the case with Lush in the Makenzy area. One afternoon we’d planned to head into town for lunch, […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 15:25

Limassol port operating normally despite regional tensions

Limassol district local government organisation (EOA) president Yiannis Tsouloftas on Wednesday visited the DP World facilities at Limassol port, where he was briefed on operations and confirmed that all activities continue without disruption despite recent regional tensions. During the visit to DP World at Limassol port, the president was informed about the current situation by […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 15:19

‘If you know, you know’: Lidl Cyprus’ new 360° drive portrays quality via shoppers’ eyes

What does real food quality mean today? For Lidl Cyprus, the answer lies in the knowledge, trust and confidence that consumers feel every time they choose products for their dinner table. With the new campaign message “If you know, you know”, the company recently launched a comprehensive drive that confirms the top quality-price ratio forming […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 15:18

Almost 200 evacuation shelters are unsuitable or do not exist

Almost 200 sites which were listed by the civil defence as evacuation shelters are unsuitable for use or no longer exist, Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou said on Wednesday. He said that inspections were carried out at the 2,480 sites which are listed as shelters, and that it was found that 194 either “are not suitable” […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 15:11

Iran cannot participate in World Cup, sports minister says

Iran cannot participate in the 2026 World Cup after the United States killed their leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, sports minister Ahmad Donyamali said on Wednesday. “Considering that this corrupt regime (the U.S.) has assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup,” the minister told state television.

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 15:09

Annita says agriculture minister must resign over foot and mouth outbreak

House President Annita Demetriou on Wednesday demanded the resignation of Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou over the ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease, which has centred on the Larnaca district in recent weeks. More to follow…

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 15:06

Israel sees no certainty Iran’s government will fall despite war

Israeli officials in closed discussions have acknowledged there is no certainty the war against Iran will lead to a collapse of its clerical government, a senior Israeli official told Reuters, with no sign of an Iranian uprising amid the bombardment. However, despite commentary by U.S. President Donald Trump that the war may finish soon, Israel’s […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:47

Larnaca shooting court case adjourned till June

Two businessmen, aged 47 and 43, arrested over their alleged involvement in the shooting that took place in Larnaca city centre in January, appeared before court on Wednesday. Proceedings were adjourned till June 17, following a defence request for evidence. During the first hearing on January 27, the men appeared before Larnaca district court under […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:40

Israel sees no certainty Iran’s government will fall despite war

Israeli officials in closed discussions have acknowledged there is no certainty the war against Iran will lead to a collapse of its clerical government, a senior Israeli official told Reuters, with no sign of an Iranian uprising amid the bombardment. However, despite commentary by U.S. President Donald Trump that the war may finish soon, Israel’s […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:32

Kremlin says Britain was involved in Ukraine’s missile strike on Russia

The Kremlin on Wednesday accused British specialists of involvement in a deadly Ukrainian strike on the Russian city of Bryansk that used British Storm Shadow missiles and said it would take Britain’s role “into account”. The Bryansk regional governor said Tuesday’s strike killed at least six civilians and injured 37 in what he called a […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:31

How AI is changing media workflows

Artificial intelligence didn’t suddenly arrive in the media world with a dramatic announcement. It crept in slowly. First through small tools that solved very specific problems, then through features that quietly became part of everyday software. At the beginning, many media professionals treated those tools like experiments. Interesting, useful sometimes, but not essential. Over time […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:29

Cyprus last in use of public transport in EU

Cyprus recorded the lowest use of public transport among all EU countries in 2024, with 85 per cent not using it, significantly higher that the EU average, Eurostat said on Wednesday. According to Eurostat figures, in 2024, 10.7 per cent of people 16 years or over in the EU used some sort of public transport every […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:26

Upcoming concert explores connection between music and play

If you have ever wondered if a musical composition can be born from everyday objects or musical toys, this is the event to head to. A spin-off of the Toyful Music Festival, which happened in Limassol in 2024 and 2025, is coming to Nicosia this Friday, March 13, for a unique concert. The Toyful Music […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:16

Iran fires back at bases and ships despite war’s most intensive strikes

Iran fired at Israel and targets across the Middle East on Wednesday, while at least three ships were hit in the Gulf, demonstrating Tehran can still fight back and disrupt energy supplies despite the most intense U.S.-Israeli strikes yet. Oil prices that shot up earlier this week have eased and stock markets have rebounded, with […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:13

War ‘has already touched on European soil’, MEPs discuss Cyprus drone strike

War “has already touched on European soil”, Dutch member of the European Parliament Jeroen Lenaers warned on Wednesday, as lawmakers discussed the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the drone strike on Cyprus which occurred last week. Lenaers was making his remarks at the plenary session in Strasbourg on behalf of the European People’s […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 14:00

Smart home trends shaping modern living in Cyprus

Modern housing is increasingly shaped by the way it supports everyday life. Buyers and homeowners no longer focus only on location, square metres, or visual appeal. Comfort, flexibility, efficiency, and security now play a major role in how people evaluate a property. This broader shift has made smart home technology a more relevant part of […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 13:44

SafeCY app upgraded to send urgent alerts, 170,000 downloads so far

Apart from using SafeCY to find the nearest bomb shelter, people will now be notified on their phones through the app of an imminent danger at the moment it appears and urged to take cover, the interior ministry and deputy digital policy ministry announced on Wednesday. So far, over 170,000 people have downloaded the app […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 13:36

Greek-owned bulker among three vessels hit near Hormuz

Three commercial vessels were hit in and around the Strait of Hormuz within the space of a few hours on March 11, including a Greek-linked bulk carrier, as renewed attacks sharpened concern over security in one of the world’s most critical shipping corridors. Maritime security alerts and industry reports identified the vessels as the Star […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 13:30

Are you beach ready?

By Dina Gavarieva With spring bringing warmer days and summer just around the corner, many of us are beginning to think about getting ‘beach ready.’ It’s a thought that can stir up all sorts of feelings, especially for those who have lived a little, laughed a lot, and perhaps enjoyed one too many leisurely lunches […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 13:19

Cyprus online shoppers among least likely in EU to face problems

Cyprus has recorded one of the lowest rates of online shopping problems in the European Union, with around 15.68 per cent of consumers reporting issues when buying through websites or apps, according to Eurostat. The findings come from the 2025 survey on the use of information and communication technologies, which examined the experiences of people […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 13:12

Two arson suspects remanded in custody

Two people were remanded in custody on Wednesday in connection with arson in Anoyira, Limassol, resulting in a fire that burned about 600 square metres of wild vegetation on March 8. The Limassol district court issued five-day remand orders against the suspects – a man aged 48 and a woman aged 51 – to facilitate […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 13:07

Nicosia park and ride bus route suspended due to driver shortage

Pame Express, the park and ride bus service from GSP stadium into Nicosia, will be suspended as of March 23, due to a continuous shortage of drivers. Cyprus Public Transport said on Wednesday that efforts were being made to find a solution and restore the service as soon as possible. The company apologised to its […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 13:05

Eurobank presents new generation of cards

The banking experience is being redefined and Eurobank, as part of the continuous enhancement of its products, is introducing a new generation of cards, marking a significant renewal that combines modern design, environmental responsibility and added value for the customer. The new cards feature a vertical, contemporary design aligned with the standards of the digital […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 13:04

Cypriot lawmaker backs EU action on housing for low income families

The European Parliament this week adopted a sweeping set of recommendations to tackle the European housing crisis, a move welcomed by a Cypriot lawmaker who said the decision sends a strong signal that the EU is taking action to support young families and vulnerable households. The report, prepared by the parliament’s Special Committee on the […]

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