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1. Kidnapping attempts in France target families of crypto executives (video)

A terrifying pattern is emerging in France, where families of cryptocurrency executives are being targeted in violent and high-stakes abduction attempts....

2. No ''Shhh'' for Cyprus, Eurovision dream ends in the semis

Cyprus' Eurovision hopes were dashed on Tuesday night in Basel, Switzerland, as Theo Evan's electric performance of ''Shhh'' couldn’t quite crack the top ten in a fiercely competitive semi-final....

3. Surprise surprise, Cyprus near the top again in EU electricity costs

Cyprus had the second highest electricity prices in the European Union relative to consumer purchasing power in the second half of 2024, according to new data from Eurostat, the EU’s statistical agency....

4. Inmate population in Cyprus more than doubles prison capacity, Eurostat says

Cyprus had the most overcrowded prisons in the European Union in 2023, with an inmate population more than double the system’s intended capacity, according to figures released by Eurostat, the EU’s statistics agency....

5. Massive power outage cripples Spain, Portugal

A massive power outage swept across parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, grounding flights, halting public transportation, and disrupting daily life for millions....

6. Cyprus posts second-highest budget surplus in the EU for 2024

Cyprus has posted the second-largest government surplus in the European Union for 2024, tying with Ireland and just behind Denmark, according to new data released by Eurostat on Tuesday....

7. Europe to tourists: Enough is enough!

If you’re planning a European getaway in 2025, expect more rules, higher fees, and fewer places to party. From Venice to Santorini, some of Europe’s most iconic destinations are saying “enough is enough” when it comes to mass tourism....

8. Why the U.S.-China trade war matters to Cyprus and Europe

As the United States sharpens its rhetoric against China’s trade practices, reviving a tariff-heavy policy rooted in the Trump years, global markets are once again bracing for impact. ...

9. Cyprus proves its role as crisis hub in major multinational drill (video)

Cyprus has once again positioned itself as a regional pillar of stability, completing a large-scale multinational humanitarian drill aimed at handling crises in the volatile Middle East region....

10. Macron paves the way for France to recognize Palestinian state in June

French President Emmanuel Macron has signaled that France may officially recognize a Palestinian state as early as June....

11. Tourists are flocking to Cyprus this Easter: Here's what's driving the surge

Tourism officials are expressing cautious optimism about Cyprus’ 2025 Easter holiday season, with early bookings and rising airport traffic pointing to another strong year for the island’s travel sector....

12. EU strikes back at Trump’s tariffs, opens door to China

The European Union is firing back at Washington’s trade aggression with its own round of tariffs, as Brussels prepares a united front in response to former President Donald Trump’s protectionist push....

13. Macron brings star power to Cypriot chef’s Greek restaurant in Paris

It’s not every day that the President of France and the First Lady step out for a quiet dinner — and it’s even more special when that dinner is at a Greek restaurant run by a celebrated Cypriot chef....

14. EU offered zero-for-zero tariff deal before Trump’s trade war

The European Union says it tried to stop a trade war before it started, offering Donald Trump a clean-slate deal to scrap tariffs on cars and a bunch of industrial goods. But the U.S. didn’t bite. Now the EU is done waiting....

15. From sub-hunting to rescue ops, regional forces train side by side in 'NOBLE DINA – 2025' Exercise

Naval and air forces from Cyprus, France, Greece, the United States, Italy and Israel participated in the multinational aeronautical exercise “NOBLE DINA – 2025”....

16. Cyprus steps into the global spotlight at Paris-Ukraine summit

The Republic of Cyprus is making its presence felt at the Ukraine Summit in Paris, convened by French President Emmanuel Macron, with President Nikos Christodoulides representing the country at the highest level on March 27-28....

17. ''Loathing European free-loading'': Leaked chat exposes U.S. contempt for allies

A leaked group chat involving some of the most senior figures in the Trump administration has revealed deep-seated resentment toward European allies, exposing frustrations over defense spending and security cooperation....

18. European powers plan for gradual defense shift amid U.S. reduction

The UK, France, Germany, and Scandinavian nations are in talks about a long-term strategy to take on greater defense responsibilities in Europe....

19. The best bank to ever come out of Cyprus?

The management of Hellenic Bank has set an ambitious goal for the new structure that will emerge in the coming months following its consolidation with Eurobank Cyprus....

20. Famous Michelin Guest Chefs at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort elevates Cyprus’ culinary scene, hosting an extraordinary lineup of Michelin-starred chefs for exclusive dining experiences throughout the year. ...

21. French MEP calls for return of Statue of Liberty, citing US departure from its values

French MEP Raphael Glucksmann has stirred controversy by suggesting that the United States should return the Statue of Liberty to France....

22. Von der Leyen proposes €150 billion borrowing plan for rearmament amid growing security concerns

The European Commission has proposed a bold plan to borrow up to €150 billion to lend to EU governments as part of a major rearmament effort....

23. Dry days ahead as Cyprus faces rainless stretch

The eastern Mediterranean, including Cyprus, is in for an exceptionally dry period from March 10 to March 21, with rainfall expected to be much lower than usual, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)....

24. Cyprus’ diplomatic gamble: Can its US ties withstand Trump’s return?

The dramatic public humiliation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy by U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President Marco Rubio sent shockwaves through the global political stage, signaling that Trump’s second term will be nothing like his first. ...

25. WWII bomb discovery halts Eurostar trains, leaving thousands stranded

Thousands of passengers were left stranded on Friday after an unexploded World War II bomb was discovered near the tracks of Paris' Gare du Nord, one of Europe's busiest train stations....

26. Cyprus Theatre Festival defends dialogue amid Fabre backlash

27. Cyprus faces uncertain future as electricity link with Greece stalls

The ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, aimed at linking the electricity grids of Greece and Cyprus through an underwater cable, has been indefinitely suspended due to geopolitical tensions and financial uncertainties. ...

28. Hôtel-Dieu de France expands to Limassol

Investment in Limassol’s healthcare sector is gaining momentum, with the renowned Hôtel-Dieu de France hospital from Beirut set to establish a state-of-the-art medical center in the heart of the city....

29. Famagusta region’s bold tourism campaign breaks records in foreign markets

Famagusta's first-ever coordinated online tourism campaign promoting the province to foreign markets wrapped up with impressive results, surpassing all expectations and laying the groundwork for an even more dynamic follow-up in 2025....

30. Cyprus among EU countries lagging in gender budgeting initiatives

Cyprus stands out as one of only three European Union (EU) member states currently lacking a gender budgeting framework, alongside Estonia and Lithuania....