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1. Cyprus returns 97 irregular migrants in latest repatriation operation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-returns-97-irregular-migrants-in-latest-repatriation-operation

Authorities returned 97 foreign nationals to their home countries on 6 March 2026, as part of ongoing government efforts to address irregular migration....

2. US Embassy authorizes departure of non-essential staff from Cyprus amid regional tensions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-embassy-authorizes-departure-of-non-essential-staff-from-cyprus-amid-regional-tensions

The United States has authorized non-emergency government personnel and family members stationed in Cyprus to leave the island voluntarily, according to an updated travel advisory posted Wednesday morning by the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia....

3. Parliament unanimously approves plan to privatize stock exchange

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/parliament-unanimously-approves-plan-to-privatize-stock-exchange

Cyprus has taken a decisive step toward restructuring its capital markets, as parliament unanimously approved legislation enabling the privatization of the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE). ...

4. Study finds about 5% of Cypriots carry genetic changes linked to treatable inherited diseases

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/study-finds-about-5-of-cypriots-carry-genetic-changes-linked-to-treatable-inherited-diseases

A major research project in Cyprus has identified, for the first time, genetic changes in the local population that could help doctors spot serious inherited health risks earlier and improve prevention and treatment....

5. Instant license suspensions and new camera review as Cyprus tightens road safety rules

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/instant-license-suspensions-and-new-camera-review-as-cyprus-tightens-road-safety-rules

Cyprus is moving ahead with a series of new road safety initiatives, including the creation of a committee to review the country’s photo-enforcement system and faster procedures for suspending the licenses of drivers caught driving under the influence of drugs....

6. Nestlé recalls infant formula in Cyprus over possible toxin risk

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nestle-recalls-infant-formula-in-cyprus-over-possible-toxin-risk

Several infant formula products manufactured by Nestlé are being withdrawn from the Cypriot market after authorities warned they may contain cereulide, a toxin produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus. ...

7. Cyprus speeds up prison deportations in bid to flush out illegal migrants

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-speeds-up-prison-deportations-in-bid-to-flush-out-illegal-migrants

Cypriot authorities have significantly increased the removal of illegal migrants in recent weeks, as part of a broader effort to regain control over migration flows and ease pressure on the prison system....

8. Cyprus issues expanded infant formula recall over potential health risk for babies

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-issues-expanded-infant-formula-recall-over-potential-health-risk-for-babies

The Ministry of Health has expanded an ongoing recall of infant formula products following concerns about possible contamination linked to one of the ingredients used in their production....

9. Cyprus shuts down smuggling routes, slashes irregular migration 86%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-shuts-down-smuggling-routes-slashes-irregular-migration-86

Cyprus has reduced irregular migrant arrivals by about 86% over the past three years, while sharply increasing returns, Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection Nikolas Ioannides said....

10. The myth of equality meets the military

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-myth-of-equality-meets-the-military

When it comes to pageantry, we’re always ahead of the curve. The Gender Equality Commissioner, Josie Christodoulou, joined by Transport Minister Alexis Vafeadis, staged an entire ceremony, right in the thick of Nicosia’s traffic mess, to unveil the new pedestrian traffic lights....

11. Eurobank to begin trading on Cyprus Stock Exchange in December 2025

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eurobank-to-begin-trading-on-cyprus-stock-exchange-in-december-2025

In December 2025, Eurobank’s shares are set to start trading on the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) in a “dual listing,” meaning they will continue trading simultaneously on the Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX)....

12. Cyprus greenlights remote work for public servants, capping it at four days a month

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-greenlights-remote-work-for-public-servants-capping-it-at-four-days-a-month

The House of Representatives today approved a landmark bill allowing remote work in Cyprus’s public sector, marking a major step toward modernizing public administration....

13. Cyprus counts 175,000 legal migrants as irregular arrivals plummet 89%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-counts-175-000-legal-migrants-as-irregular-arrivals-plummet-89

The Republic of Cyprus now hosts more than 175,000 legally residing nationals from non-EU countries, according to figures presented this week to Parliament by the Deputy Ministry of Migration and International Protection. ...

14. Cyprus This Week: Banks, MOTs and tax talks stir debate

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-this-week-banks-mots-and-tax-talks-stir-debate

Cyprus’ headlines this week reflect a mix of economic, labor, and public safety issues, from banks rewarding employees handsomely to questions about who is really keeping the country’s roads safe. ...

15. Bank of Cyprus cuts staff again with new severance offer

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bank-of-cyprus-cuts-staff-again-with-new-severance-offer

The Bank of Cyprus is downsizing again, launching a new voluntary exit plan for 40 to 50 employees as it seeks to cut staff and rein in expenses....

16. Lidl Cyprus wins 22 awards at the Cyprus Responsible Business Awards & Cyprus Customer Excellence Awards 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/lidl-cyprus-wins-22-awards-at-the-cyprus-responsible-business-awards-cyprus-customer-excellence-awards-2024

Lidl Cyprus was distinguished with 22 awards at the Cyprus Responsible Business Awards 2024 and Cyprus Customer Excellence Awards 2024, confirming its steady path as a model of responsible entrepreneurship, social contribution and customer-centric strategy....

17. Press Release: “Ride of Love 2025” – The Lexus Cycling Dream Team Rides for the Karaiskakio Foundation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/press-release-ride-of-love-2025-–-the-lexus-cycling-dream-team-rides-for-the-karaiskakio-foundation

The Lexus Cycling Dream Team, a group of executives from the Cypriot business community who share a common passion for cycling and giving back, returns this year with the charitable “Ride of Love”, supporting the Childhood Cancer Diagnostic and Investigation Centre of the Karaiskakio Foundation....

18. Prince Andrew will no longer use royal titles, including Duke of York

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prince-andrew-will-no-longer-use-royal-titles-including-duke-of-york

Prince Andrew announced Friday that he will no longer use his royal titles, including Duke of York, following discussions with King Charles and his family. ...

19. Call for women to volunteer in the army draws no applicants so far

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/call-for-women-to-volunteer-in-the-army-draws-no-applicants-so-far

Cyprus’ push to get young women to sign up for voluntary service in the National Guard has gotten off to a rocky start, with not a single application submitted in the first four days....

20. Working from home? Cyprus employers will pay

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/working-from-home-cyprus-employers-will-pay

Starting Nov. 1, employers in Cyprus will have to pay a minimum amount to cover their employees’ home office costs, like internet, electricity, and equipment. The rule will apply to both private companies and public sector workers, where teleworking has been allowed since 2023....

21. Audit slams Cyprus ministry over €3.85M ID card contract

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/audit-slams-cyprus-ministry-over-€3-85m-id-card-contract

Cyprus’ Audit Office has raised concerns over the way the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy handed a €3.85 million contract for the issuance of 100,000 electronic ID cards to a private company without holding an open tender....

22. Alphamega Hypermarkets and Bean Bar recertified as a Great Place to Work

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/alphamega-hypermarkets-and-bean-bar-recertified-as-a-great-place-to-work

C.A. Papaellinas Emporiki Ltd has earned yet another important recognition for, its long-standing commitment to maintaining a safe, fair, supportive and rewarding work environment. ...

23. ''Trump Riviera'': Gaza reconstruction plan envisions smart cities and artificial islands

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-riviera-gaza-reconstruction-plan-envisions-smart-cities-and-artificial-islands

A newly revealed Trump administration blueprint for postwar Gaza reads less like a reconstruction plan and more like a real estate pitch. The 38-page classified document, obtained by the Washington Post, ...

24. Over 1,100 Syrian minors leave Cyprus under voluntary repatriation program

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-1-100-syrian-minors-leave-cyprus-under-voluntary-repatriation-program

Since December 2024, a total of 1,127 Syrian children and teenagers, aged 4 to 18, have left Cyprus as part of voluntary repatriation programs run by the Deputy Ministry of Immigration and International Protection, according to CNA....

25. Mercedes sells Nissan stake as Japanese carmaker struggles with losses and job cuts

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mercedes-sells-nissan-stake-as-japanese-carmaker-struggles-with-losses-and-job-cuts

Mercedes-Benz has cashed out of Nissan, selling its 3.8% stake for €279.6 million ($307 million), raising fresh questions about the Japanese automaker’s future....

26. Yelling, crying, and presidential interventions: Thekla’s latest beef

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/yelling-crying-and-presidential-interventions-thekla-s-latest-beef

The beef of the week,which apparently involves even the President, is definitely the one between journalist Kousoulos and Thekla (not the Arka one, our own little firecracker). ...

27. Ancient Cypriot treasures return home after U.S. gallery steps up

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ancient-cypriot-treasures-return-home-after-u-s-gallery-steps-up

Two ancient Cypriot artifacts, a rare 2,600-year-old chariot sculpture and a centuries-old ceramic flask, have been formally returned to Cyprus after years abroad in a small but powerful ceremony held at the Cypriot Embassy in Washington....

28. Eurobank to hike dividends by over 50%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eurobank-to-hike-dividends-by-over-50

Eurobank has announced plans to increase its dividend payout by more than 50% next year, alongside a juicy interim dividend of €170 million, equivalent to 4.7 cents per share. The news comes despite a small dip in profits, showing the bank’s confidence in its growth path and expanding footprint....

29. When trolls howl, democracy trembles

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/when-trolls-howl-democracy-trembles

The President called for harsh criticism of the State’s handling of events, and he was absolutely right to do so. Only through harsh criticism can there be any improvement in managing the next disaster. Spot on, our young Nikos. ...

30. 332 third-country nationals repatriated from Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/332-third-country-nationals-repatriated-from-cyprus

Authorities repatriated 332 third-country nationals who were living illegally in Cyprus between July 7 and 13, police said Monday....

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