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541. Middle East war pushes oil and gas prices higher, raising fears for consumers

The war in the Middle East is shaking the global energy market and pushing fuel prices higher, raising concerns that ordinary consumers, especially in Europe, will soon feel the impact....

542. Cypriots packing emergency backpacks

It took a little more than 24 hours for the flames of war that Israel and the US ignited in the Middle East to reach Cyprus. Before midnight on Sunday, when the British Air Force base in Akrotiri was hit by a drone, any talk of war shelters, ...

543. Thursday forecast: Sunshine now, showers later...the weather can’t quite decide

A rather mild and slightly lazy high-pressure system is hanging around the area, not causing much trouble but still making its presence known....

544. Cyprus ranks last in EU for women in management

New figures from Eurostat indicate that Cyprus has the lowest proportion of women in management roles among European Union countries. In 2024, women occupied 25.3% of managerial positions in Cyprus, placing the country at the bottom of the EU ranking....

545. Greek frigates arrive in Cyprus as Athens boosts defensive support (pics)

Two Greek naval frigates arrived in Cyprus on Wednesday morning, completing Athens’ announced military support to the island as regional tensions continue to escalate....

546. Official Launch of the Cyprus Institute of Directors & Corporate Governance

With the aim of enhancing the institutional role of Boards of Directors and strengthening corporate governance standards in Cyprus, the official launch of the Cyprus Institute of Directors & Corporate Governance (CyIoDCG) will take place on Monday, 9 March 2026....

547. Greek jets intercept drone, US Embassy locked down for safety (update)

Two Greek F-16 fighter jets intercepted a drone before it entered Cypriot airspace, government sources said Wednesday, in the latest sign of how rising regional tensions are increasingly affecting the island....

548. Today's weather report is feeling indecisive: Sunshine now, drama later

Today will start off mostly clear, the weather equivalent of being on its best behavior. However, the west may see some extra clouds sneaking in. As the day goes on, things will turn partly cloudy....

549. Court of Appeal upholds father’s conviction, increases sentence in daughter rape case

A father convicted of raping his underage daughter has failed in his attempt to overturn the verdict, after the Cyprus Court of Appeal rejected his appeal and increased parts of his sentence....

550. 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....

551. US turns to Cyprus to help evacuate Americans from Middle East

The United States has asked Cyprus to assist American citizens seeking to leave conflict-hit countries in the Middle East, as regional tensions continue to escalate, journalist Michalis Ignatiou said Tuesday....

552. Iranian drone that hit Akrotiri carried Russian anti-jamming tech

Officials analyzing the wreckage of an Iranian Shahed drone that struck Britain’s RAF base at Akrotiri on Monday have reportedly found a Russian-made Kometa antenna, a discovery that could have major implications for the ongoing Middle East conflict....

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

554. Lidl Cyprus: Permanent low prices on selected fresh pork meats

Lidl Cyprus is bringing a new initiative to the foreground that highlights its long-standing commitment to permanent low prices. With a clear sense of its social responsibility and a deep understanding of the needs of Cypriot households,...

555. 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....

556. India–Cyprus business summit goes ahead despite regional tensions

Even as regional tensions disrupted travel plans and kept many participants away, the India–Cyprus Business & Investment Summit 2026 moved forward Tuesday in Nicosia, underscoring growing economic ties between the two countries and a shared push to turn diplomacy into business opportunities....

557. Today’s forecast: Sunbathing on the shore, snow-spotting in the peaks

March is officially settling in, and a weak high-pressure system is currently keeping the peace (at least in terms of weather) across the island....

558. At least 165 dead after strike hits girls’ school in southern Iran

The number of people killed in an Israeli strike on a girls’ elementary school in southern Iran has climbed to 165, according to Iranian state media....

559. 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....

560. Qatar: Weekend strikes hit civilians areas, not U.S. targets

Iran said its weekend missile and drone attacks across the Gulf were aimed at U.S. facilities, but Qatar says that’s not the case. The strikes mainly hit civilian neighborhoods, businesses, and key infrastructure....

561. Greece sends frigates Kimon and Psara plus F-16s to Cyprus amid drone threat

Greece is deploying two naval frigates and F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus to bolster the island’s defenses following a drone alert that prompted the evacuation of Paphos International Airport and heightened security concerns, officials said Monday....

562. Sirens sound again at Akrotiri base as tensions remain high

Sirens were heard again a few minutes ago (Monday morning) at the British RAF Akrotiri base near Limassol, heightening anxiety on the island, although there was no immediate confirmation that a new drone strike or attack had taken place, officials said....

563. UK and EU signal united defence after Iranian drone hit at British base

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) reported what it described as a “suspected drone strike” at around midnight local time (22:00 GMT). Authorities said there were no injuries and only limited damage to facilities. As a precaution, family members based at the installation are being temporarily relocated....

564. Monday forecast: March is stepping in with a sunny smile and a chilly handshake

While the calendar says spring is knocking on the door, the atmosphere is still shaking off the last of a lingering cold air mass....

565. 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....

566. Cyprus retail market holds steady despite foot-and-mouth outbreak

Consumers are continuing to shop as usual, with no signs of hesitation or fear following the latest crisis triggered by the detection of foot-and-mouth disease cases in 11 livestock units affecting roughly 14,000 animals. ...

567. Khamenei reportedly killed in massive U.S.-Israel strike on Iran

Israel says Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed following an unprecedented joint military assault by the United States and Israel, though Iranian officials insist he remains alive....

568. Aradippou begins animal burial and vaccination push

Burial operations for animals from a livestock facility affected by foot-and-mouth disease began Saturday in Aradippou, according to the town’s mayor, Christodoulos Partou. ...

569. Christodoulides meets Meloni, ENI CEO in Rome

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides wrapped up a busy day in Rome on Friday, meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and holding high-level talks with ENI CEO Claudio Descalzi as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen diplomatic and energy ties....

570. Major study links vegetarian diets to lower risk of multiple cancers

A major international study suggests that swapping meat for vegetables could lower your risk of developing several common cancers, but it’s not a free pass to skip screenings or ignore other health risks....