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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 10:26

‘Esso Safe Vision’ drive first phase reveals need for driver eye care

The first phase of the pioneering corporate social responsibility programme “Esso Safe Vision”, implemented by eWise Cyprus Ltd – Esso Branded Supplier, has been successfully completed, delivering notable and, above all, practical results, with a total of 235 drivers participating. Over the course of seven initiatives, free optometric screenings were carried out for drivers at […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 10:23

Cyprus-based Threedium builds momentum after global AI event

Cyprus-founded Threedium presented its latest technology at NVIDIA GTC 2026 this week in San Jose, with the company reporting a strong reception following its appearance on the main stage. The presentation, which took place on Wednesday, was delivered by CEO Mike Charalambous, who introduced the company’s new Product Brain for the Agentic Web. The it […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 10:10

Swarovski presents second capsule collection with Ariana Grande

Swarovski unveils its second creative collaboration with pop icon and Global Brand Ambassador Ariana Grande. Co-created by Ariana Grande and Swarovski Global Creative Director Giovanna Engelbert, the new Ariana Grande x Swarovski Capsule collection is an ode to nature and its inspiration for self-expression. Set in the fantasy world of Ariana’s Garden, the new global […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 10:02

Shipping chief condemns Middle East attacks as threat to global trade

International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) secretary-general Thomas Kazakos this week condemned the attacks on commercial vessels in the Middle East and the Persian Gulf, warning that they threaten shipping, global trade and seafarers. In a statement issued at the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) 36th extraordinary council meeting, Kazakos said the attacks pose “an unacceptable threat” […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 10:00

North zeroes VAT on fuel to combat price rises amid Middle East war

Value added tax on fuel has been zeroed in the north to combat price rises amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the north’s ‘energy minister’ Olgun Amcaoglu said on Thursday. “The government is closely monitoring the process, taking the necessary steps, and has implemented certain regulations to protect consumers,” he told the north’s […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 09:52

Why Cyprus wastes nearly half its solar energy — and what battery storage could fix

By Dr Arkadius Sybaris  In 2025, Cyprus curtailed an estimated 306 gigawatt-hours of clean solar energy — enough to power roughly 51,000 homes for a year. Approaching half of all distributed solar generation on the island was produced and then thrown away because the grid could not absorb it. Meanwhile, the island’s electricity sector spent an […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 09:38

Cyprus property sector enters period of structural transformation

Cyprus’ real estate sector is entering a period of transformation, according to Yiannis Misirlis, chairman of the Cyprus Property Developers Association, Misirlis explained that “property development is no longer simply about constructing buildings or tracking investment flows, but increasingly about shaping the country’s economic, social and urban future”. That shift was evident in his address […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 09:34

Cyprus ministers visit Greek frigate Kimon in Limassol

Deputy Shipping Minister Marina Hadjimanolis attended the consecration of the Greek frigate “Kimon” at the port of Limassol on Wednesday, in a ceremony led by Archbishop Georgios of Cyprus and also attended by Justice Minister Costas Fitiris. The event took place while the FDI HN (Belharra) “Kimon” (F-601) was docked in Limassol for refuelling, following […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 09:33

Cyprus opens applications for ‘trusted flaggers’ of illegal online content

The radiotelevision and digital services authority on Thursday announced that it is accepting applications from entities and organisations which wish to act as “trusted flaggers” of illegal online content. “Trusted flaggers” are an element of the European Union’s digital services act, which was first rolled out in 2022, with the European Commission explaining that “trusted […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 09:15

Fire breaks out in abandoned house in Larnaca

A fire broke out in an abandoned house in Larnaca late on Wednesday night, the fire brigade said on Thursday. According to the fire brigade, the fire broke out at around 11.30pm, with two fire engines arriving on the scene shortly afterwards, and the fire being brought under control by 11.44pm. People in the area […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 09:09

Yellow weather warning issued for storms

A yellow weather warning has been issued for “strong thunderstorms” on Thursday. The warning will be in effect between 11am and 6pm, with the met office saying that at the storms’ peak, rain will fall at a rate of 35 to 55 millimetres per hour. It added that hailstones may also fall during those storms.

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 08:56

Delivery rider ‘robbed and beaten’ in Limassol

Police in Limassol on Thursday said they are investigating an incident in which a 22-year-old food delivery rider said he had been robbed and beaten. The man informed the police that on Wednesday evening, he had travelled to a location to deliver an order, and that upon his arrival “five or six” people had approached […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 08:51

Two arrested at Paphos airport after being found with large quantities of untaxed tobacco

Two people were arrested at Paphos airport on Wednesday after being found to have in their possession large quantities of tobacco products for which the requisite taxes had not been paid, the police said on Thursday. The first arrest was made at around 4pm, when at 47-year-old man who had arrived at the airport with […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 08:35

What’s on this weekend

This weekend, stories and songs of spring come to life in museums, independent films reach the big screen, new exhibitions open, community-focused zine-making parties appear, and lots of markets and car boot sales celebrate the season. There is no shortage of events here, and we have selected what not to miss. Here’s what’s on this […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 08:32

Today’s weather: Rain and storms

Thursday’s weather is expected to be mostly cloudy across most of the island, with rain showers expected and even storms to hit during the day. Alongside the rain, hail may also fall during those storms, while heightened levels of dust will be observed in the atmosphere. Temperatures will rise to 19 degrees Celsius inland, 20 […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 08:20

Russia says messaging app Telegram remains in breach of regulations

Telegram messaging app is still ​not complying with ‌Russian laws, the state communications regulator Roskomnadzor said ​on Wednesday, ​according to state run news agency ⁠RIA. Russian authorities have ​repeatedly accused Telegram, ​one of the most popular messaging apps in Russia, ​of allowing itself ​to be used as a ‌platform ⁠for illegal and extremist content. Telegram rejects […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 08:00

Bank of Cyprus sets results review date, updates financial calendar

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) has announced the date for reviewing its audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, and released an updated financial calendar for 2026. The bank said its board of directors will convene on March 30, 2026, to examine the audited financial statements for the Bank of Cyprus Group. […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 07:47

Iran strikes Gulf energy sites after Israeli attack on key gas field

U.S. President Donald Trump said an angry Israel “violently lashed out” and attacked Iran’s major gas field, a significant escalation in the U.S.-Israeli war, but ruled out further such attacks by Israel unless Iran retaliated. Wednesday’s attack on the huge South Pars gas field drove oil prices higher and prompted a threat by Iran to […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 07:40

Cyprus property developers warn of pan-European housing crisis

Affordable housing has become “one of the greatest social challenges of our time”, Mersina Isidorou, general manager of the Cyprus Property Developers Association, said, describing it as “a pan-European crisis that affects European countries horizontally”. From “large metropolises to smaller member states”, she said, the rising cost of housing is “testing the resilience of households, […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 07:30

Cyprus Business Now: AI, inflation, fragile confidence, banks, housing

Cyprus must tread carefully in how it presents itself abroad as tensions in the Middle East persist, with any misstep in public messaging risking damage to tourism, investment and confidence, Cyprus economy and competitiveness council chairman Demetris Georgiadis said. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Georgiadis warned that the island’s image as a safe destination should […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 07:20

Chevron Cyprus backs push for more women in science and tech

Chevron Cyprus has highlighted its ongoing efforts to address gender inequalities in STEM and entrepreneurship, as part of activities marking International Women’s Day. The company emphasised that women remain significantly underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, despite growing global demand for skilled professionals. It noted that only around 30 per cent of researchers worldwide […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 07:10

European project aims to boost green transition for Cyprus firms

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has issued an invitation for local businesses to participate in an upcoming workshop dedicated to fostering a sustainable and competitive enterprise. The event, titled the Green Business Innovation Challenge, is being organised as part of the European SUSTAINET project under the Erasmus+ initiative. This specific project seeks […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 07:00

Cyprus investment firms must submit 2025 annual fees by April deadline

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) this week issued a formal directive, requiring all Cyprus Investment Firms to calculate and submit their annual regulatory fees for the previous year. The regulatory body confirmed that the relevant form has been officially updated to include the specific fee structures for 2025 and is now available on […]

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Kıbrıs 19.03.2026 06:30

Cyprus university to host seminar on artificial intelligence opportunities

The department of computer science at the University of Nicosia will host an informative event focused on the transformative power of machine learning and data analytics on March 28, 2026. “Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we live, work, and interact with the world, from autonomous cars and smart homes to medical diagnosis and drug […]

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