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1. Anti-establishment sideshows in a time of war

Since the morning of Saturday, February 28, when the most ruthless and unscrupulous prime minister in Israel’s history decided, together with the most unhinged president in the history of the United States, to push the button on a deranged conflict in our neighborhood, Cyprus too has been placed on alert as a neighboring country....

2. Burned Russian LNG tanker drifts toward Malta after Mediterranean explosions

A heavily damaged Russian liquefied natural gas tanker has been drifting in the Mediterranean and is approaching waters near Malta, raising environmental and security concerns among regional authorities....

3. Cyber Cover Insurance for €25 per year from Genikes Insurance, with a €20 Jinius voucher

From online shopping to the use of social media, the Cyber Cover plan from Genikes Insurance offers protection against online fraud, identity theft, and other digital risks. ...

4. Deep-sea test clears key hurdle for Greece-Cyprus power link

Nexans has announced the successful completion of a critical sea trial for the submarine power cables that will be used in the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI), the planned electricity link between Greece and Cyprus. ...

5. ''Le Piano Tour'' brings a French-themed concert to Eleftheria Square

A special French-inspired edition of the concert series The Piano Tour will take place in Eleftheria Square in Nicosia on March 28, 2026, as part of the international celebration of Francophonie Month....

6. Cyprus narrows trade gap as exports rise and imports fall

Cyprus may be small, but its trade numbers are starting to send a big signal: the island is buying less from abroad while selling more of its own products overseas, a mix that could help ease pressure on the economy....

7. Two crises, seven decades apart

Exactly seventy years ago, the Suez Crisis disrupted one of the world’s most vital maritime corridors. In July 1956, during the second Arab–Israeli war, the passage was closed, marking the end of an era....

8. IEA releases record oil reserves, but Cyprus may still face rising fuel prices

A record release of emergency oil reserves by the International Energy Agency (IEA) is meant to calm global markets shaken by Middle East tensions, but experts warn the move may not be enough to prevent higher fuel prices in Cyprus....

9. FIFA says Iranian team is welcome even as U.S.-Iran relations remain strained

Iran’s national soccer team will be able to travel to the United States and compete in the 2026 World Cup, FIFA said Tuesday, putting to rest questions about whether the conflict between the two countries could derail the team’s participation....

10. 87% of recalled products still sold online, Cyprus consumer group warns

Most products that have been recalled or banned due to safety risks are still available to buy online, raising concerns about how effectively dangerous goods are being removed from the digital marketplace....

11. Alleged Hamas member arrested in Cyprus

Cypriot authorities have arrested a man allegedly linked to the Palestinian group Hamas, who is wanted in Germany for supplying weapons and ammunition for attacks on Israeli or Jewish targets, German federal prosecutors said....

12. Women still underrepresented in politics and diplomacy, House President says

President of the House of Representatives Annita Demetriou said on Monday that women remain underrepresented in politics and diplomacy, despite gradual progress in recent years....

13. Oil prices climb past $116 amid Middle East tensions

Oil prices are surging at a pace not seen in years, rattling global markets as the war in the Middle East fuels fears of a major energy supply crisis....

14. European military response to defend Cyprus shows EU security autonomy

The European Union’s ability to act quickly to protect one of its member states was demonstrated by the recent deployment of military forces to Cyprus, European Council President António Costa said on Friday evening....

15. Pay with a Bank of Cyprus card and get 6 months of Foody Pro for free

How would you like to enjoy your Foody orders with €0 delivery fee and exclusive offers for six months? Now, Bank of Cyprus cards become your “passport” to the world of Foody Pro! ...

16. Strait of Hormuz crisis leaves 35,000 sailors and cruise passengers stranded in Gulf

About 20,000 merchant sailors and roughly 15,000 cruise passengers are currently unable to leave the Arabian Gulf as tensions between the United States and Iran threaten maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Nations’ shipping agency....

17. Trump’s proxy war moment

President Trump wants to replace Iran’s current regime with a system friendly to the United States, essentially meaning the abandonment of nuclear ambitions and an end to support for satellite regimes that advance Tehran’s theocratic agenda....

18. Update on operations at Larnaca and Paphos airports and current air connectivity

In light of recent developments in the region and the resulting flight cancellations worldwide to destinations in the Middle East, as well as cancellations by certain European airlines to Cyprus,...

19. Drone-linked fire erupts near U.S. Consulate in Dubai (video)

Dubai authorities have confirmed that a fire resulting from a drone-related incident near the United States Consulate in Dubai has been successfully contained....

20. When will the war end

The all-powerful United States is acting without being constrained by the even limited and sometimes perfunctory scruples of the past. It did so last October in Venezuela. It is doing so now in the Middle East....

21. Cyprus steps up diabetes fight with focus on prevention and patient care

Cyprus is intensifying efforts to tackle diabetes through Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides said over the weekend, describing the condition as a growing public health challenge both locally and worldwide....

22. Legendary Fanny Ardant comes to perform at the Cyprus International Theatre Festival

There are names that instantly open the door to the world of great art. Fanny Ardant is one of them. A legendary French actress and an icon of European cinema and theatre comes to Cyprus as the headliner of the Cyprus International Theatre Festival ...

23. From ambition to activation: Organisations stand at the untapped edge of AI’s potential, reveals Deloitte’s ''State of AI'' report

The Deloitte AI Institute unveiled its “The State of AI in the Enterprise: The Untapped Edge - 2026 AI report” revealing how organisations are currently engaging with AI and the impacts, changes and considerations this technology is introducing....

24. Purdue partners with University of Nicosia-Athens to advance research collaboration and online learning in Europe

25. War moves closer as France also sends anti-missile systems and a frigate to Cyprus

Cyprus is stepping up security and hosting an increasing international military presence as the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran entered its fourth day Tuesday, raising fears of a wider regional war just a short distance from the island....

26. Wave of Iranian travelers enters Turkey

Large numbers of Iranian nationals crossed into Turkey on Monday afternoon, according to a Reuters witness, as the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran intensified. Several arrivals described growing anxiety in Iran’s capital and long lines forming at fuel stations....

27. European gas prices jump nearly 50% as Qatar halts LNG production

European natural gas prices soared Monday, with benchmark rates jumping as much as 45%, after Qatar announced a halt to liquefied natural gas production at its giant North Field plant amid escalating conflict in the Middle East....

28. 48 flight cancellations hit Cyprus airports amid Middle East war escalation

Dozens of flights were cancelled at Cyprus’ two international airports on Sunday as escalating war in the Middle East sent shockwaves through global aviation, leaving travelers stranded and forcing airlines to halt regional routes....

29. Khamenei’s death sets stage for high-stakes succession

Iran has entered a moment of historic uncertainty following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering an urgent transition process and intensifying questions about the country’s political future and regional stability....

30. Nicoletta Kolombourda joins Lidl Germany

Lidl Cyprus announces the international development of Nicoletta Kolombourda, who will assume the duties of Chief People Officer in Lidl Germany, the group’s largest market worldwide, as of March 1....