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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 21:03

Hezbollah ‘used Google Maps’ to target Cyprus airbase

Insurgent group Hezbollah used Google Maps to plan the drone strike which it carried out on Cyprus’ British Akrotiri air force base, according to reports on Monday. British newspaper The Times quoted a “military source” as having said that last week’s drone strike was concerning “because they were hitting what they were aiming at”, with […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 21:00

Akrotiri schoolchildren to have lessons in Kolossi

Pupils of the nursery school and primary school in the village of Akrotiri, both of which have been closed for a week in the aftermath of a drone strike on the British Akrotiri air force base, will attend class at a primary school in the Limassol district village of Kolossi, according to reports on Monday. […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 20:58

British Merlin helicopter deploys to Cyprus

A British Merlin Mk2 utility helicopter and an “engineering team” are to arrive in Cyprus on Tuesday, with the United Kingdom and multiple other countries continuing to bolster their military presence in and around the island after it was hit by an Iranian-made drone last week. The UK’s Royal Navy said that the helicopter “provides […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 20:52

Teacher did not deny Holocaust, Lottides says

A teacher at a private school who was accused by parents of denying the Holocaust was found on Monday not to have done so by human rights commissioner Maria Stylianou Lottides. While the name of the teacher or of the school, or the content of the alleged Holocaust denial were not disclosed, Lottides wrote in […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 20:23

Boeing Boeing: a play of hilarious twists and misunderstandings

Some comic relief is much needed these days. Thankfully, the island’s cultural scene is alive, bringing blissful moments of escape and entertainment. Theatro Ena presents a legendary comedy of the 1960s, making its 2026 premiere this Saturday. The theatrical production, Boeing Boeing is full of twists, turns, misunderstandings and nonstop laughter. Originally by Marc Camoletti, […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 19:19

Eurobank buys back 4.53 million shares in early March

Greek lender Eurobank has announced that it bought back more than 4.5 million own shares between March 2, 2026 and March 6, 2026 as part of its ongoing share buyback programme. The purchases form part of the Eurobank share buyback programme launched following an announcement on December 12, 2025 and approved by the Extraordinary General […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 18:28

Christodoulides, Mitsotakis visit Greek frigate off Cyprus coast

President Nikos Christodoulides and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday visited the Greek frigate Kimon, which has been stationed off the coast of Cyprus since last week, after the island was hit by an Iranian-made drone a week ago. Their visit to the frigate came after a tripartite meeting the pair held with French […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 18:19

‘No less painful alternative’ to killing animals with foot and mouth

There is “no less painful alternative” to killing animals in livestock units which have had recorded cases of foot and mouth disease, veterinary association chairman Demetris Epaminondas said on Monday. “The killing of all animals in such cases is imposed by European legislation and there is no less painful alternative,” he told the Cyprus News […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 18:10

32,000 Bitcoin (BTC) moves to cold storage as Mutuum Finance (MUTM) implements dual-lending mechanism

Crypto exchange outflows have recently spiked dramatically, with nearly 32,000 BTC, valued at approximately $2.26 billion, leaving trading platforms in just one day. On March 3, Bitfinex alone experienced its largest single-day withdrawal since June 2025, recording an outflow of around 25,000 BTC alone.  This “anomalous” event could signal large holders moving assets into cold […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 18:06

Macron, Mitsotakis visit ‘a show of solidarity in practice’

The visit of French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to Cyprus on Monday constitutes “a show of solidarity in practice”, House President Annita Demetriou said. She wrote in a post on social media that Disy, her party, “welcomes the statements of support and the substantive actions” undertaken in support of Cyprus […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 17:52

New bill on foreclosures not expected until after election

A new bill to regulate mortgages and foreclosures is not expected until after May’s parliamentary election at the earliest, finance ministry spokeswoman Avgi Chrysostomou-Lapathiotis said on Monday. She told the House finance committee that “we have a bill and we are still working on it” but it must be reviewed by the legal service before […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 17:44

Cavo Maris reopening March 24

Cavo Maris reopens on March 24, and we’re excited to welcome you back.Spring in Protaras means longer sunny days, turquoise waters, blooming coastal walks, and a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. To make your early escape even better, our outdoor pools will be heated until May 31, so you can swim in comfort from the very start […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 17:08

Travel agents say Cyprus is safe as flights to key markets restart

Association of Cyprus Travel and Tourism Agents (ACTTA) president Charis Papacharalambous on Monday said that the island’s air connectivity is returning to normal following the resumption of key flights from Britain and the Lufthansa Group. As air links with key markets are restored, demand for accommodation in Cyprus is estimated to follow a similar path […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 17:07

Moufflon enclosures temporarily shut

Moufflon enclosures that protect and conserve the wildlife will remain closed to the public in Platania and Stavros tis Psokas for precautionary reasons, the forestry department said on Monday. The measure aims to safeguard animal health and limit the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. The department said following such preventive measures helps protect animals and preserve […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 16:57

‘The (M) Factor 2: Before the Pause’ comes to Cyprus on March 28

Following the global success of “The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause”, the award-winning filmmaking team returns with a vital prequel: “The (M) Factor 2: Before the Pause”. The Cyprus premiere, co-hosted by AIPFE Cyprus-Women of Europe and Menopause Support Cyprus, will take place at the Discovery Hall, University of Nicosia on March 28, […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 16:57

President tells teens region has been at war since 1948

The hostilities in the Middle East were discussed during a meeting between Larnaca school students and President Nikos Christodoulides on Monday, the latter reiterating that Cyprus wished to be part of the solution, not the problem. He acknowledged concern among people, but pointed out that the region has been at war since 1948. The president […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 16:40

Access to information in times of war crucial for the deaf

Access to information, particularly during times of war, has proved inadequate for deaf people, the House human rights committee heard on Monday. The Cyprus confederation of disability organisations (Kysoa) and the association of sign language interpreters raised the issue with the MPs during discussions on the implementation of legislation to recognise Cyprus’ sign language and […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 16:28

Urban taxi drivers threaten indefinite strike from Tuesday

Urban taxi drivers warned on Monday they would start an indefinite strike on Tuesday if problems leading to the sector’s “total destruction” were not immediately addressed. In a letter to state authorities dated March 4, the drivers’ said their “tolerance, patience and good faith have been exhausted”. The letter was sent to the ministers of […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 16:17

Over 650,000 renewed road tax before deadline

A total of 677,133 vehicles have had their road tax renewed as of March 8, compared to 680,670 by the same date last year, the road transport department (TOM) said on Monday. Vehicle owners have until midnight on Wednesday to renew them for 2026 without extra charge. Late renewals will incur a €10 fine plus […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 15:51

Welfare minister urges Brussels to step up child poverty prevention

Decisive action is required to combat child poverty in the European Union, with current estimates putting quarter of the EU’s infant population – 20 million children – at risk, deputy minister of social welfare Clea Hadjistefanou-Papaellina said on Monday. “The timing is particularly important, as the first ever EU anti-poverty strategy is to be presented […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 15:50

Australians find porn sites blocked as online age-restrictions take effect

Australians were downloading virtual private networks (VPNs) in droves, while one of the world’s largest porn distributors said it was blocking users from its platforms as the country rolled out sweeping online age restrictions on Monday. Last December, Australia became the first country to impose a nationwide ban on teenagers using social media. A separate […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 15:45

Turkey says second Iranian ballistic missile shot down by NATO defences in airspace

Turkey said on Monday that NATO air defences shot down a second ballistic missile that was fired from Iran and had entered Turkish airspace, warning it will take any necessary steps against threats. This marks the second Iranian ballistic missile in the last week that has targeted the south of Turkey, which is a NATO […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 15:27

Cyprus mums getting the support they need

Motherhood is often described as joyful, transformative and fulfilling. What is often overlooked are the feelings of isolation, even for women who are fortunate enough to be surrounded by family and support. Many new mothers in Cyprus report that the emotional shift after birth is harder than they anticipated, and there are not many organised […]

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Kıbrıs 09.03.2026 15:24

Cyprus hotel managers urge calm until normality returns

The hotel industry should remain calm and show restraint as international developments continue to unfold, the Cyprus Hotel Managers Association (Pasydixe) said on Monday, urging the sector to act responsibly until conditions stabilise. In a statement, the association said such periods usually bring short-term turbulence, largely driven by intense international news coverage and the initial […]

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