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21 March, 2026
 

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Amateur blunders at the top as high ranking officials fail the test

Amateur blunders at the top as high ranking officials fail the test

While investigations continue into the footage that triggered two resignations at the Presidential Palace, attention is turning to the methodical approach of those behind the incredible story and how they managed to achieve their shocking outcome....

Trump pushing for Greenland because Norway denied him Nobel Peace Prize

Trump pushing for Greenland because Norway denied him Nobel Peace Prize

In a surprising twist, U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested his aggressive push for Greenland is tied, at least in part, to not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. ...

At least 39 dead in high-speed train crash in Spain

At least 39 dead in high-speed train crash in Spain

At least 39 people have died and dozens more were injured after a high-speed train collision in Adamuz, southern Spain, on Sunday evening, authorities said. Officials called the crash “truly strange,” noting it happened on a straight stretch of track....

Europol in Cyprus to boost fight against organized crime

Europol in Cyprus to boost fight against organized crime

A delegation from Europol is in Cyprus this week, marking a key step in the police force’s push to modernize how it tackles serious and organized crime....

Trump pushes for Greenland as Danes revive bid to buy California

Trump pushes for Greenland as Danes revive bid to buy California

The saga over Greenland just got louder and a lot stranger. US President Donald Trump is once again pushing hard for the United States to take control of Greenland, this time accusing Denmark of sitting on its hands for decades while Russia’s presence in the Arctic grows....

More arrests after deadly family dispute in Pegia

More arrests after deadly family dispute in Pegia

What started as a family disagreement in Pegia has now escalated into a widening murder investigation, with police making three additional arrests in the fatal stabbing of a 41-year-old man....

Monday forecast: Cold air mass brings frost and chilly conditions

Monday forecast: Cold air mass brings frost and chilly conditions

A cold air mass is currently affecting the area, ensuring that while the week starts with sunshine, it definitely requires a coat. If you needed an extra coffee to brave the morning air today, you aren't alone....

Family dispute turns deadly in Pegeia as man fatally stabbed by nephew

Family dispute turns deadly in Pegeia as man fatally stabbed by nephew

Police in the Paphos district are investigating a case of premeditated murder following the fatal stabbing of a 41-year-old man shortly before midnight on Saturday in the Pegeia area....

Paphos mayor links suspected arson at vehicle yard to organized crime (VIDEO)

Paphos mayor links suspected arson at vehicle yard to organized crime (VIDEO)

Authorities are investigating suspected arson after a fire destroyed multiple vehicles at a sales yard in Paphos early Saturday, an incident that prompted the mayor to issue a blistering public denunciation of organized crime and government inaction....

Seven influenza-related confirmed deaths since start of flu season

Seven influenza-related confirmed deaths since start of flu season

Health authorities have confirmed seven deaths linked to laboratory-confirmed influenza since the start of the current flu season, with all fatalities involving elderly patients, most of whom had underlying health conditions....

Nicosia's Famagusta Gate reopens after seven years

Nicosia's Famagusta Gate reopens after seven years

After nearly seven years of restoration, Nicosia’s iconic Famagusta Gate is finally open to the public, offering a glimpse into the city’s rich history while stepping firmly into its modern cultural life....

Epiphany, Apostolos Andreas, and the donkeys who loved Lay’s

Epiphany, Apostolos Andreas, and the donkeys who loved Lay’s

Epiphany morning began quietly, the kind of soft winter light that makes a spontaneous road trip feel like a small gift. Apostolos Andreas Monastery, at the far tip of the island’s occupied side, had been on my mind for weeks. ...

Gunshots and axes in broad daylight brawl near Larnaca Police HQ (VIDEO)

Gunshots and axes in broad daylight brawl near Larnaca Police HQ (VIDEO)

Police authorities are carrying out an extensive investigation following a serious violent incident that erupted in central Larnaca, just a short distance from the city’s Police Headquarters....

Cyprus bids a solemn farewell to former President George Vassiliou

Cyprus bids a solemn farewell to former President George Vassiliou

The funeral of former President of the Republic of Cyprus Geoprge Vassiliou is being conducted today with full state honors, financed by the Republic and in accordance with protocol for a sitting head of state....

Supreme Court upholds extradition of Russian national to Russia

Supreme Court upholds extradition of Russian national to Russia

The Supreme Court of Cyprus has dismissed an application filed by a detained Russian citizen seeking to block his extradition to the Russian Federation, where he is wanted to stand trial on large-scale tax evasion charges....

Quad bike poachers evade capture, freshly killed hares seized in Buffer Zone

Quad bike poachers evade capture, freshly killed hares seized in Buffer Zone

Authorities from the Game and Fauna Service were placed on high alert on Thursday evening following reports of gunfire and illegal hare hunting in the area between Mammari and Denia, within the Buffer Zone....

Lace up or lock up as thousands of runners take over Nicosia tomorrow

Lace up or lock up as thousands of runners take over Nicosia tomorrow

Nicosia will be at the center of a major international sporting event tomorrow, Sunday 18 January, as the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon brings more than 8,000 runners and visitors into the capital. ...

How Vassiliou founded the University of Cyprus...against all odds

How Vassiliou founded the University of Cyprus...against all odds

The second half of the 1980s can fairly be described as a period of renewal and opening up on many fronts in Cyprus. One of the most significant developments of that era was the creation of the University of Cyprus, which, after years of debate, disagreements, and delays, was finally established in 1989....

Hit the road… for meze!

Hit the road… for meze!

Sometimes, a meal isn’t just a meal, it’s an excuse to hop in the car, leave the city behind, and chase something delicious....

Brace yourself! The coldest day of winter hits Cyprus Monday

Brace yourself! The coldest day of winter hits Cyprus Monday

Brrr...Cyprus is about to get a serious chill. Meteorologists warn that Monday will likely be the coldest day of the winter so far, with temperatures plunging well below seasonal averages. In the interior, morning lows could dip to around 10°C, while in the mountains, it could drop below freezing....

Two Chihuahuas abandoned in Nicosia park

Two Chihuahuas abandoned in Nicosia park

Two tiny Chihuahuas were left behind like they didn’t matter....

Are you dead? There’s an app for that

Are you dead? There’s an app for that

Your phone asks you one simple question: “Are you dead?” In China, that blunt question has turned into one of the country’s most downloaded paid apps, and it's easy to see why....

The nation pays tribute to former president George Vassiliou

The nation pays tribute to former president George Vassiliou

The body of former President of the Republic, George Vassiliou, is being laid out for public viewing today at the Church of Hagia Sophia, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m....

''Citizenship'' offered for buyers of homes in occupied Cyprus

''Citizenship'' offered for buyers of homes in occupied Cyprus

A new proposal could give Turkish citizens the right to “citizenship” if they buy property in the occupied areas of Cyprus, according to recent reports. The plan reportedly targets a stock of 20,000 to 25,000 newly built homes, primarily in the town of Trikomo....

Cyprus moves to break deep Russian ties

Cyprus moves to break deep Russian ties

Cyprus’ top diplomat has acknowledged that the island had long-standing ties with Russia but said the government has taken decisive action to dismantle those links following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. ...

Seeing the Mona Lisa just got pricier for non-Europeans

Seeing the Mona Lisa just got pricier for non-Europeans

If you’re traveling to Paris from outside Europe, seeing the Louvre’s masterpieces now costs €32 instead of €22, a jump the museum says is necessary to fund renovations, but one that has some visitors fuming....

Phone scam in Athens used equipment hidden in car trunk

Phone scam in Athens used equipment hidden in car trunk

A sophisticated phone scam that netted hundreds of euros from unsuspecting victims in Athens is a reminder that anyone, anywhere, could fall prey to cyber trickery, Cyprus included. ...

Sea turtle incident triggers disciplinary probe in Chloraka

Sea turtle incident triggers disciplinary probe in Chloraka

Authorities in western Paphos have ordered a disciplinary investigation after the discovery of a dead sea turtle on a beach in Chloraka, an incident that sparked public outrage and heartbreak among residents and animal lovers....

Good news for shoppers: Zero VAT stays on basic goods in 2026

Good news for shoppers: Zero VAT stays on basic goods in 2026

Shoppers in Cyprus will get a break on everyday essentials for another year, as the government confirmed that zero VAT on a range of basic goods will remain in place throughout 2026....

Identity of body found at sea on Wednesday still unconfirmed

Identity of body found at sea on Wednesday still unconfirmed

Authorities are still waiting on DNA results after a man’s body was found in the sea off Cyprus’ southern coast, a discovery that has intensified speculation around the disappearance of a Russian businessman who vanished earlier this month....

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