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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 10:35

BitsStrategy launches the most profitable AI trading bot of 2026 to help users start their cryptocurrency journey

March 10, 2026 — As artificial intelligence continues to transform the financial technology sector, the way people trade cryptocurrencies is rapidly evolving. More investors are turning to AI-powered automation tools to improve trading efficiency and reduce the risks associated with manual decision-making. In response to this growing trend, BitsStrategy has officially launched its latest AI-powered […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 10:30

Cyprus Cabinet approves draft phone tapping bill

By Filippos Neocleous and Avgi Michael The Cyprus Cabinet has approved a draft bill allowing law enforcement and intelligence services to intercept telephone communications under specified circumstances, with the aim of strengthening criminal investigations and tackle organised crime. Now awaiting parliamentary approval, the proposal has raised significant questions regarding the balance between national security and […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 10:20

MEP calls for permanent EU military force in Cyprus

Cypriot member of the European Parliament Costas Mavrides, of Diko, late on Tuesday night called for the permanent stationing of European Union military force in Cyprus. “The last few years, we have seen the war in Ukraine, and now the war in Iran. We need to go beyond national armies. We need [an] EU defence […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 10:00

Women’s English-language play this week

Local theatre productions are increasing this spring. The majority are in naturally in Greek, a few are in Russian, so it is particularly exciting for the island’s anglophones when an English-language production appears. This week, that is exactly what is coming to Nicosia’s theatre scene as the Women Empowerment Theatre, also known as W.E.T, presents […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 09:48

Netherlands stands with Cyprus, PM says after frigate deployment

The Netherlands “stands with Cyprus”, the country’s Prime Minister Rob Jetten said late on Tuesday night, following the announcement of his country’s intention to deploy a frigate to Cypriot waters after the island was hit by an Iranian-made drone last week. “Your security is our security,” he wrote in a post on social media, in […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 09:37

Nurses voice frustration over patient violence

Violence committed against nurses and other medical staff at hospitals is a growing issue, trade union Pasydy’s nurses’ branch leader Prodromos Argyrides said on Wednesday, saying that nurses “do not know what else to do” with the situation remaining unsolved. “Every two or three months, we have a new incidence of violence at an accident […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 09:37

Six killed in Swiss bus blaze, after person sets himself on fire

At least six people died and three others were injured in a bus fire in a small town in western Switzerland, in what police said may have been a deliberate act following reports that a person on board set fire to themselves. Police said the bus became engulfed in flames on a road in Kerzers, […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 09:36

Lidl Cyprus supports Red Cross Society, standing by affected Limassol communities

With a high sense of responsibility and social contribution, Lidl Cyprus is standing by those affected in recent days, offering immediate humanitarian aid towards the structures for temporary accommodation and activities in Limassol. Responding to the urgent needs that have arisen, the company is proceeding with a series of targeted actions to provide relief to […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 09:07

Farmers protest culling of animals amid foot and mouth outbreak

Livestock farmers in the Larnaca district on Wednesday staged a protest against the ongoing culling of animals in the aftermath of an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in the area in recent weeks. The demonstrators gathered near the cooperative animal feed production organisation (Sopaz) building near the village of Aradippou, and even closed the […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 09:02

Alpha Bank shares rated ‘buy’ as analysts cite attractive returns

Capital markets firm Jefferies recently raised its target price for Alpha Bank shares to €4.85 from €4.15 and reiterated its buy recommendation, citing the bank’s strong earnings outlook and attractive shareholder returns. The analysts said that the Greek lender offers an appealing combination of high earnings growth and strong shareholder returns over the coming years. […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:57

Why more Europeans are comparing vision correction options across borders

For years, elective medical treatment was often seen as something people arranged close to home. Today, that is changing. Across Europe, patients are becoming more willing to compare options beyond their own country, especially for procedures that involve specialist expertise, new technology and long term quality-of-life benefits. Vision correction is one of the clearest examples. […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:30

Over 30 Cyprus flights cancelled as Middle East war rolls on

A total of 36 commercial flights in and out of Cyprus were cancelled on Wednesday, with the war in the Middle East continuing to disrupt regional airspace. All but four of those cancellations concerned flights in and out of the island’s primary airport, Larnaca, and mostly concern flights to and from the Middle East. Multiple […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:22

Today’s weather: Mainly clear, dust in atmosphere

Wednesday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, though heightened levels of dust are expected in the atmosphere. Temperatures are expected to rise to 20 degrees Celsius inland, 21 degrees Celsius on the coasts, and eight degrees Celsius in the mountains. Overnight, light clouds are expected to roll in, with […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:21

Israel strikes apartment building in central Beirut, Lebanese state media say

Israeli strikes targeted an apartment building in central Beirut on Wednesday, Lebanese state media said, marking the second strike in the city in recent days. There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military and no immediate reports of casualties. A previous strike in Beirut killed five members of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:18

IEA proposes largest ever oil release from strategic reserves

The International Energy Agency has proposed the largest release of oil reserves in its history to restrain soaring crude prices amid the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, the Wall Street Journal said on Tuesday, citing officials familiar with the matter. The release would exceed the 182 million barrels of oil that IEA member nations put on […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:04

Combatants in Mideast war trade more air strikes as Iran clamps down on dissent

The U.S. and Israel traded air strikes with Iran’s military across the Middle East as the besieged Tehran government warned its state security forces were ready with “fingers on the trigger” to confront any revival of anti-government protests. Following an exchange of some of the heaviest bombardments in the region yet on Tuesday, the combatants […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 08:00

Cyprus bank customers face slower rate cuts due to market concentration

High concentration in banking markets delays the speed at which central bank interest rate changes reach consumers and businesses, according to a study released by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) on Tuesday. The study, authored by Aris Avgousti and Stephani Michael of the centre for strategy and policy production, showed that banking concentration and […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 07:40

Cypriot SMEs to lead the way in digital construction shift

The Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (Etek) recently hosted a European workshop titled “Scaling BIM Down: Making BIM work for small firms and small projects”, as part of its efforts to represent the country in the EU BIM Task Group and promote the adoption of the BIM methodology. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a collaborative, […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: tourism, fuel, banks, shipping, Keravnos, CIBA, Syprodat

International market turbulence is keeping pressure on fuel prices in Cyprus, even as oil eased on Tuesday after surging to its highest level in more than three years a day earlier. Data from the consumer protection service showed fuel prices in Cyprus rose by between 2.6 cents and 4.7 cents per litre over the past […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 06:40

‘A generation cannot build a future,’ MEPs warn over soaring EU rents

The European Parliament adopted recommendations on the EU housing crisis on Tuesday, calling for a range of measures aimed at improving access to decent, sustainable and affordable housing across the European Union. The report from the Special Committee on the Housing Crisis, which was adopted by 367 votes in favour, 166 against and 84 abstentions, […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 06:30

Cyprus businesses to be briefed on EU carbon border mechanism

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) will organise an information seminar in Nicosia on March 19, focusing on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and its impact on importers. The event, titled “CBAM in Practice What Importers Need to Know Today”, will examine obligations, procedures, compliance and sustainability issues linked to the European […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 06:00

UK consumer spending grew slowly in February amid Middle East conflict

British consumer spending grew slowly in February as households grew more pessimistic about the outlook for the economy ​with the Middle East conflict raising concerns about a fresh ‌rise in inflation, surveys showed on Tuesday. Barclays said consumer confidence in the strength of the UK, European and global economy all fell in February ​as the […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 04:24

Cyprus air quality unaffected by Iran conflict

Environmental experts assured on Tuesday that Cyprus’ atmosphere and natural environment remain unaffected by toxic emissions linked to ongoing military conflicts in Iran and strikes on oil facilities in the Persian Gulf. Data from eight European air pollution monitoring stations positioned between Iran and the eastern Mediterranean show no abnormal levels of gamma radiation or […]

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Kıbrıs 11.03.2026 04:20

Our View: Christodoulides right to be proud as Europe defends the island

President Nikos Christodoulides could not hide his pride playing host to French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at the Paphos air base on Monday. He had every reason to feel personal pride about the way he had secured the support of two European countries whose leaders were here to show their […]

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