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Kıbrıs 26.03.2026 07:50

UK retail sales fall at fastest rate since first pandemic lockdown

British retail sales have tumbled this month by the most since April 2020 when most ​non-food shops were closed at the start of ‌the COVID-19 pandemic, a survey showed this week. The Confederation of British Industry’s said its monthly gauge of retailers’ annual ​change in sales volumes sank to -52 in March ​from an already […]

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Kıbrıs 26.03.2026 07:40

Nine arrested overnight for attempted bombing, drink driving

Nine individuals were arrested during overnight police operations to crack down on crime, including for attempted bombing and drink driving. The police pulled over 639 vehicles and checked 983 drivers and passengers. They reported 315 people for various traffic offences, including three for drink driving. Nine vehicles were impounded. The police also raided 23 establishments […]

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Kıbrıs 26.03.2026 07:32

Thunderstorms and snow till Sunday

Rain and thunderstorms continue on Thursday, while snow on Troodos’ peaks remains at 27cm. The weather will continue rainy until Sunday, with dust in the atmosphere expected over the weekend. Thursday starts off overcast with isolated showers, with thunderstorms and hailstones expected later in the day and snow or sleet in the mountains. Winds will […]

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Kıbrıs 26.03.2026 07:30

EU banks boost MREL buffers as authority flags challenges

The European Banking Authority (EBA) this week published its second Impact Assessment Report on minimum requirement for own funds and eligible liabilities (MREL), evaluating its effects on EU banks, markets and funding structures. The report found that EU banks have continued to build up MREL resources, while also improving market access with limited impact on […]

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Kıbrıs 26.03.2026 07:00

Brussels targets faster company creation, aiming to boost competitiveness

The European Commission recently presented its proposal for EU Inc., a new single set of corporate rules designed as the foundation of the EU’s 28th regime. The initiative introduces an optional, digital by default European corporate framework aimed at making it easier for businesses to start, operate and grow across the EU. The Commission said […]

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Kıbrıs 26.03.2026 06:25

What’s on this weekend

The last weekend of March bids us farewell with a list of exciting events to enjoy in every district. Crafting workshops, tulip festivals, exhibitions, plays, neighbourhood art walks, classic car rallies, and the first of the Easter markets make their appearance. Here’s what’s on this Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Larnaca district The weekend begins with […]

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Kıbrıs 26.03.2026 04:24

EU to inaugurate firefighting hub in Cyprus amid rising wildfire threat

A new European firefighting hub based in Cyprus is set to be inaugurated in Paphos on April 23–24, on the sidelines of an informal EU summit to be held on the island as part of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European Union. The announcement comes as the European Commission unveiled on Wednesday a […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 19:57

Limassol exhibition looks at the rise of the sun

Young Cypriot artist Danae Patsalou presents her second solo exhibition at The Edit Gallery in Limassol this spring with a body of work which is titled The Rise of the Sun, the Fall of Time. Now on display until May 2, the exhibited pieces reflect on time, memory and renewal through the parallel imagery of […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 17:17

Hungary to curb gas flows to Ukraine until Druzhba oil flows resume, Orban says

Hungary will gradually stop sending natural gas to Ukraine until crude oil flows through the Druzhba pipeline resume, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Wednesday, escalating a standoff with Kyiv over energy supplies disrupted by the Ukraine war. Hungary and Slovakia, whose leaders are outliers in the EU for maintaining relations with Moscow, blame Kyiv […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 17:15

LIV Golf sued by Long Island Vodka distillery over trademark

LIV Golf has been sued by the New York distillery Long Island Vodka, which accused the Saudi Arabia-backed men’s golf tour of “swamping” its brand, confusing consumers and depressing sales by selling LIV-branded alcohol and apparel that infringes its trademark. Founded in 2007 in a horse barn on Long Island’s North Fork, Long Island Vodka […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 17:00

Police investigate suspected arson of vehicle in Paphos

Police in Paphos are investigating a suspected case of vehicle arson after a fire broke out in the early hours of Wednesday. According to initial reports, the blaze erupted at around 3.30am in a car belonging to a 35-year-old man, which was parked in a village in the Paphos district. Fire brigade members arrived at […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 16:13

UK to cap overseas political donations and ban crypto funding for parties

Britain will cap how much donors living overseas can give to political parties and ban cryptocurrency donations following an independent review into the influence of foreign finance, a move that could hurt Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party. The government ordered the review into foreign financial interference in politics after a former politician in Reform UK […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 16:10

Unity and responsibility key to progress, says Demetriou

House president and Disy leader Annita Demetriou on Wednesday said that unity and a sense of responsibility are essential for securing the country’s future. Speaking after the student parade outside the Greek embassy in Nicosia marking the March 25 anniversary, Demetriou described the day as a “double celebration” for Hellenism. “We celebrate both the Annunciation […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 16:00

Cyprus publisher grows gaming portfolio with new title

Nicosia-based publisher Digital Vortex Entertainment, part of Utmost Games, announced on Wednesday a collaboration with indie developer Firevolt on the upcoming game Salvation Denied. The title has been described as a chaotic, comedic physics based co-op building game, offering a unique multiplayer experience. A time limited open playtest on Steam has been launched for one […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 15:30

TV show we love: Sullivan’s Crossing

There are a couple of series I have on rotation for casual viewing – you know, the kind you have already seen, so it feels familiar to return to. Apart from Friends, Gilmore Girls has been that for me recently, and I’ve gotten used to the characters. So, it was a pleasant surprise to find […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 15:30

Cyprus wineries finding the new in something old

When I arrive for a trade tasting it has me wondering how much thought goes into conceptualising such events. Importers these days are increasingly searching for a theme to support and justify events. Many are themed around the wines they import with a strong pairing with the deli food that sometimes they may also provide. […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 15:11

Gauff opens up on impostor syndrome ahead of Miami Open semis

World number four Coco Gauff said she struggles with impostor syndrome after defeating Switzerland’s Belinda Bencic to reach the Miami Open semi-finals for the first time. The 22-year-old beat Bencic 6-3 1-6 6-3 on Tuesday, advancing to the last four after failing to progress beyond the fourth round in her previous six attempts. With the […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 14:55

Police urge caution as heavy rain and snow affect roads

Police on Wednesday urged drivers to exercise caution as heavy rainfall in parts of Limassol and Paphos is affecting traffic, while snow has made mountain roads hazardous. In a statement, authorities said water accumulation has been observed along sections of the Limassol–Paphos highway, particularly near Limassol, Pissouri and Kouklia, as well as on the Limassol […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 14:47

Creators of ground-breaking menopause documentary unveil prequel on perimenopause

A revolutionary documentary that raises awareness on what menopausal and perimenopausal women go through makes its Cyprus premiere this month. After the global success of the award-winning The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause, its team returns with a vital prequel: The (M) Factor 2: Before the Pause. Ready to showcase it to Cyprus […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 14:13

Christodoulides ‘cautiously optimistic’ on Cyprus talks, outlines plans on bases

President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday said he remains “cautiously optimistic” about prospects for restarting Cyprus talks, while also outlining government planning on the British bases and announcing that new support measures to address the impact of the regional crisis will be unveiled on Thursday. Speaking to reporters after the March 25 parade outside the Greek […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 13:35

N Korea’s Kim welcomes fellow Putin ally Lukashenko with fanfare

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Pyongyang on Wednesday with a white-horse cavalry and 21-gun salute, cementing ties between two close allies of Russia’s Vladimir Putin. Kim has provided Moscow with millions of rounds of ammunition for its war in Ukraine and sent troops to help Russia expel Ukrainian […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 13:30

Nicotine: the latest wellness hack

By Dipa Kamdar If you spend any time on social media, you may have noticed a curious trend: wellness influencers singing the praises of nicotine. Not smoking or vaping but nicotine patches and pouches, repackaged as cognitive enhancers, productivity boosters and even weight-loss aids. But does the science support this rebrand, or are we watching […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 13:29

Ioannides: Cyprus a pillar of stability in Eastern Mediterranean

Cyprus is a pillar of stability and security in the Eastern Mediterranean, Deputy Migration Minister Nicholas Ioannides said on Tuesday, adding that the Republic acts as a bridge of cooperation and peace in a sensitive region. Speaking on behalf of the president during commemorations for the March 25 national anniversary at the church of Saint […]

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Kıbrıs 25.03.2026 13:10

Pakistan has conveyed US proposal; Turkey or Pakistan could host talks, senior Iranian official says

Pakistan has delivered a proposal from the United States to Iran, and either Pakistan or Turkey could be venues for discussions to de-escalate the war in the Gulf, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Wednesday. The comments, by an official speaking on condition of anonymity, were among the few signs that Tehran was willing […]

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