DIPLOMACY Rubio: Greek-Turkish conflict ‘unthinkable,’ U.S. backs Cyprus power link Alexis Papachelas U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the prospect of a Greek-Turkish conflict as “unthinkable” in an interview with Kathimerini. READ MORE
Health Insurance Organization overpaid €150 million in duplicate claims Known billing errors continued for more than a year before being stopped. Apostolos Tomaras 23/03/2026 | NEWS
No clear leader as polls shake up Cyprus election race Economic pressure, war tensions and voter uncertainty force parties to rethink strategy ahead of crucial vote. Oriana Papantoniou 23/03/2026 | NEWS
Man steals police patrol van in Larnaca, escapes after short chase Vehicle used in foot-and-mouth disease patrols recovered as authorities search for suspect and investigate motive. Newsroom 23/03/2026 | NEWS
Cyprus to build new prison in isolated area as calls for reform grow Justice minister acknowledges poor conditions at Central Prisons, says new facility aims to balance security with inmates’ ... Newsroom 23/03/2026 | NEWS
Farmers protest mass culls of healthy livestock, reject compensation On Saturday, March 21, farmers gathered outside the Presidential Palace demanding an end to widespread foot-and-mouth disease ... Newsroom 23/03/2026 | NEWS
Fuel and heating oil prices soar in Cyprus, petrol could top €2 per liter Global energy shock linked to Iran conflict pushes costs for homes and vehicles, government may cut taxes. Apostolos Tomaras 23/03/2026 | NEWS
Unauthorized livestock transport detected; violators to lose compensation Four cases detected as veterinary services warn violations could fuel virus spread. Newsroom 23/03/2026 | NEWS
Bomb explosion damages reception venue in Nicosia district Police bomb squad investigating early-morning blast that shattered building’s front facade Newsroom 23/03/2026 | NEWS
Monday forecast: A repeat performance from the clouds The low-pressure system is settling in for a long stay, with local showers and a side of mountain snow. Newsroom 23/03/2026 | NEWS
Government weighs return of ''Mortgage-to-Rent'' scheme to help homeowners avoid foreclosure Short-term revival under consideration could expand access for distressed borrowers and pause eligible foreclosures. Panayiotis Rougalas 22/03/2026 | NEWS
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