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European powers plan for gradual defense shift amid U.S. reduction

European powers plan for gradual defense shift amid U.S. reduction

The UK, France, Germany, and Scandinavian nations are in talks about a long-term strategy to take on greater defense responsibilities in Europe....

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Concerns raised over dog training decree in protected Natura 2000 areas

Concerns raised over dog training decree in protected Natura 2000 areas

The Office of the Commissioner for the Environment and Animal Welfare has called on the Game and Wildlife Service to immediately revoke the Decree concerning the 13 protected areas within the Natura 2000 Network....

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Dynamic presence of Petrolina at the OPAP Limassol Marathon 2025

Dynamic presence of Petrolina at the OPAP Limassol Marathon 2025

Once again, Petrolina's contribution to the organization of the OPAP Limassol Marathon was dynamic. The marathon took place on March 22nd - 23rd, 2025, with a number of participants exceeding 17,000 runners from Cyprus and abroad....

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Give a stray a second chance by joining us to save homeless animals in Cyprus

Give a stray a second chance by joining us to save homeless animals in Cyprus

Don't just talk the talk, take action and make a difference in Cyprus. God knows we need it!...

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Fury in parliament over solar energy cuts

Fury in parliament over solar energy cuts

A heated confrontation erupted in parliament between MPs and the Distribution System Operator (DSO) over restrictions on home-installed photovoltaic (PV) systems. ...

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Cyprus leads Europe in natural pest control, saving the environment one owl at a time

Cyprus leads Europe in natural pest control, saving the environment one owl at a time

Cyprus has achieved a remarkable 60% reduction in rodenticide use within just three years, thanks to an innovative national plan that enlists barn owls as natural rodent hunters....

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Cyprus gets credit rating boost: What it means for the economy

Cyprus gets credit rating boost: What it means for the economy

Cyprus received a major financial boost as credit rating agency Morningstar DBRS upgraded the country’s credit rating to A (low) from BBB (high), marking a key step in the country’s economic progress. ...

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Deadline looms for outstanding traffic fines

Deadline looms for outstanding traffic fines

Cypriot vehicle owners have until March 31, 2025, to settle any outstanding out-of-court fines related to traffic infractions captured by the phototagging system, the police have announced. After this deadline, failing to pay could lead to criminal prosecution and the formation of a criminal file....

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Hunters roast meat, not just game, on Nicosia-Limassol highway in protest

Hunters roast meat, not just game, on Nicosia-Limassol highway in protest

Drivers on Sunday, expecting a smooth ride home after the Limassol Marathon, instead found themselves stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic on the Nicosia-Limassol highway....

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The EU wants in, but can it make a difference?

The EU wants in, but can it make a difference?

The European Union (EU) appears eager to play a role in reviving talks on the Cyprus problem, but its actual influence remains constrained by political realities. ...

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Spring is here... or is it?

Spring is here... or is it?

Good news...this Monday doesn’t count!...

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Boxing legend and entrepreneur George Foreman passes away at 76

Boxing legend and entrepreneur George Foreman passes away at 76

George Foreman, the two-time world heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, at the age of 76, surrounded by his family....

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Ancient Greek statues were once vibrantly colored, not white

Ancient Greek statues were once vibrantly colored, not white

For centuries, the world has admired the pristine white marble statues of ancient Greece, believing them to embody classical perfection....

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Breast practices: Parliament moves toward better support for nursing mothers

Breast practices: Parliament moves toward better support for nursing mothers

The Parliamentary Health Committee has examined proposed regulations to establish designated breastfeeding and breast milk expression rooms in workplaces and public areas....

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Businesses call for simpler, fairer tax reform in Cyprus

Businesses call for simpler, fairer tax reform in Cyprus

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus is raising concerns over Cyprus’ proposed tax reform, arguing that while the new framework aims to ease the tax burden on individuals and businesses, it remains overly complex. ...

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Bus stop blunder as new bus stops installed backwards

Bus stop blunder as new bus stops installed backwards

Cyprus’s new multi-million euro bus stops have arrived, but apparently, they took a wrong turn along the way. In what can only be described as a major design faux pas, the newly installed stops are facing the wrong direction because, apparently, in Cyprus, left-hand drive just isn’t the rule....

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Cyprus’ monk seal population bounces back, but the battle isn’t over (VIDEO)

Cyprus’ monk seal population bounces back, but the battle isn’t over (VIDEO)

The elusive Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus), one of the world’s rarest marine mammals, is making a slow but steady comeback along Cyprus’ shores....

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Hope fades as search for missing migrants off Cape Greco suspended

Hope fades as search for missing migrants off Cape Greco suspended

Authorities have called off the search for migrants who were aboard a boat that overturned in international waters southeast of Cape Greco....

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45-year-old woman arrested for fraud involving vehicles, tickets, and products

45-year-old woman arrested for fraud involving vehicles, tickets, and products

A 45-year-old woman was arrested on Thursday by police to assist in investigations into three cases of fraud....

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Cypriot clubs face transfer bans with embargoes on APOEL, Anorthosis, and Omonia

Cypriot clubs face transfer bans with embargoes on APOEL, Anorthosis, and Omonia

In addition to these three, three other teams from the second division are facing transfer embargoes....

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Vishy Anand meets young chess talents in Cyprus

Vishy Anand meets young chess talents in Cyprus

Legendary chess Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand, five-time World Champion and FIDE Deputy President, held a simultaneous exhibition game in Nicosia with 19 children and teenagers living in Cyprus....

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Bank of Cyprus: New Notched Cards for Greater Autonomy

Bank of Cyprus: New Notched Cards for Greater Autonomy

The Bank of Cyprus, always committed to its customers and society, has taken another important step toward universal inclusion by introducing new cards with distinctive notches to improve service accessibility....

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Cyprus ready for tough wildfire season

Cyprus ready for tough wildfire season

As temperatures rise and the dry season approaches, Cyprus is preparing for battle—against wildfires. The Department of Forests has received 25 new fire engines, a significant boost to the country's firefighting capabilities, as the government vows to keep strengthening its fire response fleet....

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Heathrow Airport shutdown sparks chaos – flights from Larnaca canceled

Heathrow Airport shutdown sparks chaos – flights from Larnaca canceled

A major power outage at Heathrow Airport has thrown international travel into disarray, grounding thousands of flights and leaving passengers stranded....

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Here’s where the 11 new ATMs will be installed in Cyprus

Here’s where the 11 new ATMs will be installed in Cyprus

The two major banks in Cyprus, Bank of Cyprus and Hellenic Bank, are moving forward with agreements made with President Christodoulides....

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Should European tourists be worried about taking a road trip in the U.S.?

Should European tourists be worried about taking a road trip in the U.S.?

For many Europeans, a road trip through the U.S. has long been a bucket-list experience—crossing vast landscapes, exploring iconic cities, and discovering the country’s diverse culture....

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Trump moves to dismantle the Department of Education

Trump moves to dismantle the Department of Education

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to begin dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, fulfilling a long-standing campaign promise....

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Nicosia Mayor sounds alarm over city's financial crisis

Nicosia Mayor sounds alarm over city's financial crisis

Nicosia’s mayor, Charalambos Prountzos, has raised the alarm over the capital’s financial situation, warning that without immediate state support, the municipality will struggle to meet its obligations. ...

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Prices drop for most basic goods, but fresh produce keep climbing

Prices drop for most basic goods, but fresh produce keep climbing

Good news for shoppers—most basic goods saw a price drop in February, according to the latest Consumer Price Observatory report from the Consumer Protection Service. However, if you're buying fresh vegetables and greens, you might have noticed your grocery bill going up....

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EU Mayors show solidarity with İmamoğlu as protests continue (video)

EU Mayors show solidarity with İmamoğlu as protests continue (video)

On the second day of protests outside Istanbul’s city hall, mayors from several European Union cities have united in support of Ekrem İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul who was arrested earlier this week. ...

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Ramez Naam: Solar power is getting cheaper, and Cyprus is sitting on a goldmine
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