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27 September 2026 · 1 min read

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Are we "Winterising" too soon ?

Is "Winterising" even a word ? Well, apparently it is, and we've already made a start ! Yesterday's shopping trip threw up two lovely warm throws and two pairs of ridiculously comfortable slippers, one pair for Gwyn and another for me. By the way, the label on mine is "Master". Made out of enough warm, fluffy material to insulate a small bungalow.

A Penny for Them · 22 October 2026 · 1 min read

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Are Pensioners Living in North Cyprus better, or worse off than pensioners living elsewhere ?

We hear it all the time now : "North Cyprus is too expensive - Pensioners can't afford to live here anymore - The cost of living has gone through the roof " but before we ask the last one out to switch the lights off, let's have a look at the actual situation.

Living Abroad · 22 October 2026 · 1 min read

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Saying Goodbye – The Hardest Decision a Pet Owner May Ever Have to Make

Today we said a tearful goodbye to Mikey, one of our large family of cats. Mikey suddenly became ill, his kidneys failed him and the vet told us to make him comfortable, as he probably had only a couple of days left. She was right. If anything, we left him a day too long. He was suffering, but he passed with such dignity. We've been through this many times before, and it doesn't get any easier.

Pets Corner · 22 October 2026 · 1 min read

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Communal Democracy Party announces 50 candidates for December general election

The Communal Democracy Party (TDP) has announced its 50 parliamentary candidates for the North Cyprus general election scheduled for Sunday, 6th December 2026, following a party conference in Lefkoşa.The candidates and their positions on th

News & Context · 19 October 2026 · 2 min read

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Cyprus leaders to meet on Tuesday despite fresh disagreements over peace talks

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman and Republic of Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides are scheduled to meet tomorrow, Tuesday 20th October, despite another public disagreement about how negotiations to resolve the Cyprus problem shou

News & Context · 19 October 2026 · 2 min read

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UN Secretary-General responds to Turkish Cypriot complaints over international restrictions

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has responded to complaints from Turkish Cypriot President Tufan Erhürman concerning attempts to prevent Turkish Cypriots from participating in international sporting, cultural and diplomati

News & Context · 19 October 2026 · 3 min read

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Major six-hour electricity cut planned across Gazimağusa on Tuesday

Anyone living or working in Gazimağusa would be well advised to make a few preparations for tomorrow, Tuesday 20th October, as a considerable part of the district is scheduled to be without electricity for approximately six hours.The Cyprus

News & Context · 19 October 2026 · 2 min read

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Girne secondary schools to strike over teacher shortages and school conditions

Secondary school teachers across Girne and the surrounding area are due to take part in strike action this afternoon, Monday 19th October, following growing complaints about the state of education in North Cyprus.The action has been organis

News & Context · 19 October 2026 · 3 min read

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Petrol and Diesel — New Government Fund Contributions

New Fuel Price Stabilisation Fund contribution rates apply from 15th October 2026, including approximately 0.68 TL per litre for 98-octane petrol and 0.86 TL for 95-octane petrol.

News & Context · 16 October 2026 · 1 min read

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