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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 14:00

Cyprus acts as pillar of stability in the region

Cyprus is “in no way involved in any military operation,” President Nikos Christodoulides reiterated on Saturday, stressing that all actions taken by Nicosia are guided solely by “the security of the country and its citizens”. Cyprus acts as a pillar of “stability and security” in the region, he added, pointing to foreign governments approaching Nicosia […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 13:51

Rapid response to protect Cyprus shows ‘European autonomy’

The rapid response by Greece, France, Italy and Spain in sending military forces to protect Cyprus is a powerful example of European autonomy and steadfast solidarity, President of the European Council Antonio Costa said on Friday evening in Hamburg. Speaking at the Matthiae Mahl ceremony in the presence of former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Costa […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 13:44

Trump says Iran will be ‘hit very hard’ on Saturday

U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran would be “hit very hard” on Saturday and that he was considering widening the areas and groups of people being, targeted, without providing details. “Today Iran will be hit very hard! Under serious consideration for complete destruction and certain death, because of Iran’s bad behavior, are areas and groups […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 13:29

Dead diver pulled out of sea near Zenobia

A Greek Cypriot diver died after being found “in distress” near the Zenobia shipwreck off the Larnaca coast by the Joint Rescue and Coordination Centre (JRCC), it said on Saturday. According to the JRCC, the man was rescued via speedboat by the port and maritime police and later transferred to an ambulance before being admitted […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 13:20

Italy basilica bust re-attributed to Michelangelo after centuries in obscurity

A marble bust that has stood ​for centuries in one of Rome’s basilicas has been re-attributed to Michelangelo after nearly 200 years in ‌obscurity, following a document-based investigation. The sculpture, which depicts Christ the Saviour, has been preserved in the Basilica of Sant’Agnese fuori le mura on Rome’s ancient Via Nomentana by a Catholic religious […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 13:16

Hoteliers say situation is ‘managable’

The cancellation of flights from the Middle East to Cyprus seen over the last week does not affect the tourism sector too much, as most tourists still come from Europe, President of the Cyprus Hoteliers Association (Pasyxe) Thanos Michaelides said on Saturday. The situation is currently “manageable”, Michaelides said, adding that based on existing experience, […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 12:58

Israel carries out rare airborne raid in Lebanon; 16 killed in strikes

Israel’s military carried out an airborne operation that dropped troops into a town in eastern Lebanon overnight, residents and Lebanese state media said on Saturday, as heavy Israeli strikes on the area left more than a dozen people dead. Lebanon was plunged deeper into the conflict engulfing the Middle East on Monday when Iran-backed Hezbollah […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 12:28

Russell surprised by ‘amazing’ Mercedes car after taking pole in Australia

Formula One’s sweeping technical changes proved divisive among drivers, but there were few complaints from George Russell after he took pole position ahead of Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli at the Australian Grand Prix on Saturday. Russell’s pole lap was nearly eight-tenths of a second quicker than third-fastest Isack Hadjar’s Red Bull, underlining Mercedes’ promising form […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 12:23

Greek frigates continue patrols in Cyprus maritime area

The two frigates Kimon and Psara, sent by Greece to support Cyprus in stepping up its military defence, continued patrolling the Republic’s maritime area from the port of Limassol on Saturday, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said. He said the frigates are carrying on with efforts to strengthen Cyprus’ defences as part of the preventive action […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 12:07

After Greece, Turkey deploys fighter jets to Cyprus

Turkey is expected to deploy four F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus on Sunday, the Cyprus Mail has been informed. According to competent sources, the aircraft will be deployed to the north’s Ercan (Tymbou) airport amid rising tensions in the Middle East, and after Cyprus itself was hit by an Iranian-made drone last Monday. Reports of […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 12:00

Are the costumes for Wuthering Heights accurate?

By Emily Brayshaw Even before the film’s release, the costumes for Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights caused controversy. Wuthering Heights was first published in 1847 and the story switches back and forth in time between 1801 and the 1770s. But Cathy’s wedding dress references an entirely different era, inspired by a 1951 Charles James haute couture […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 11:40

29 flights cancelled at Larnaca airport on Saturday

A total of 29 flights departing from or arriving at Larnaca airport were cancelled on Saturday due to the ongoing conflict with Iran affecting the surrounding airspace. According to flight data, these included 16 flights departing from and 13 flights that were scheduled to land at Larnaca airport. Among the cancellations were flights from or […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 11:00

Welcome to The Lighthouse: A school that puts evolution into action!

At The Lighthouse Private School, we aren’t just a school—we are a beacon of educational innovation and transformation. Our mission is to be a living model for the most original ideas in education, providing a roadmap for the future of learning. We believe that if a child doesn’t graduate “thirstier for knowledge than when they […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 10:01

Acclaimed young pianist in Cyprus for three concerts

Young pianist and composer Denis Stelmakh, whose cinematic neoclassical compositions have captivated hearts worldwide, is coming to Cyprus for three special evenings, in three cities. The Soulful Neoclassicism with Denis Stelmakh concerts will present the Russian musician’s original compositions and timeless masterpieces, featuring work from his albums. First, Stelmakh will perform in front of Limassol […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 09:57

The last snow of winter?

A light snow fell on the Troodos mountains on Saturday morning, visible on both the north and south faces of the highesy peaks. The snow brings with it cloudy day for much of the island, particularly over northern parts. More clouds are expected over the mountains and foothills which will likely bring rain and even […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 09:02

Cyprus Business Now: tourism sector, GDP growth, employment, energy costs, CySEC

Business & economy wrap-up from the day before Cyprus has emerged as one of the top economic performers in the European Union during the final months of last year, according to the latest data from the bloc’s statistical office. Cyprus recorded a 1.4 per cent increase in its Gross Domestic Product during the fourth quarter […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 08:00

European services production sees modest recovery in December

Seasonally adjusted services production increased by 0.2 per cent in the euro area and by 0.3 per cent in the EU in December 2025, compared with November 2025, according to Eurostat. This marginal growth follows a period of contraction, as services production fell by 0.6 per cent in both the euro area and the EU […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 07:53

Iran war enters second week as Trump demands ‘unconditional surrender’

The expanding war in Iran entered its second week on Saturday amid renewed uncertainty about how or when hostilities will end, as U.S. President Donald Trump declared he would only accept Tehran’s “unconditional surrender” and Israel traded fresh attacks with Iran and Lebanon. Trump’s comments on social media on Friday came hours after Iran’s president […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 07:30

Cypriot businesses urged to explore China consumer products expo

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has announced new internationalisation opportunities for local small and medium-sized enterprises seeking to expand their operations into the Chinese market. This initiative is part of a broader effort to support ambitious local SMEs with their global growth strategies through partnerships with the EU SME Centre. One of […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 07:00

Air travel demand remained strong in January despite holiday calendar shift

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) this week released data on global passenger demand for January 2026, showing continued growth in air travel, with demand rising 3.8 per cent year-on-year despite calendar effects linked to the timing of the Lunar New Year. According to the data, total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), increased […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 06:00

Tesla market share stabilises in France and Norway after two-year slump

Elon Musk’s Tesla (TSLA.O) gained market share in France and Norway in February, official data showed, signalling stabilisation in Europe after two straight years of declining sales. In France, the automaker’s registrations, a proxy for sales, rose 55 per cent even as most rivals sold fewer cars than a year ago. They increased 32 per […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 04:24

Cyprus plans expansion of civil defence shelters to cover 45 per cent of population

The interior ministry is preparing to submit a proposal to the cabinet aimed at significantly increasing the number of civil defence shelters across Cyprus, with the plan expected to be presented at the next meeting. The proposal, which has reportedly been under development for several months, seeks in its initial phase to expand shelter capacity […]

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Kıbrıs 07.03.2026 04:20

Our View: Scrapping the charity does not end the transparency questions

After the uproar about the complete lack of transparency at the first lady’s personal charity vehicle for needy university students – the Social Support Body – the government has decided to scrap it. On Thursday the finance ministry tabled two bills in the House. The first will abolish the body, while the second provides for […]

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Kıbrıs 06.03.2026 22:55

Larnaca–Tel Aviv flight delayed in landing after Iranian attack alerts in Israel

An Air Haifa flight travelling from Larnaca to Tel Aviv was placed in a holding pattern on Friday after attack alerts were triggered in Israel following reported fire from Iran. According to Ynet News, the aircraft remained airborne as Israeli authorities responded to the alerts. Flight E2-106, operating from Cyprus to Israel, was approaching Tel […]

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