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121. Deloitte announces Technology FAST 50 Middle East and Cyprus fourth edition rankings

Deloitte Middle East has released the results of the fourth edition of the Middle East Technology Fast 50, recognising the fastest-growing technology companies across Cyprus and the Middle East....

122. Cypriot dancer sets new world record for glasses balanced on head (VIDEO)

Cypriot dancer Dinos Kkantis has once again etched his name in the Guinness World Records, this time by balancing an astonishing 468 glasses on his head during a performance organized by the Municipality of Aradippou....

123. From Silicon Valley to Cyprus, tech titans eye the island for their next big move

Cyprus is making bold moves on the global investment stage, with recent diplomatic and business outreach campaigns targeting major players in the U.S. and India. ...

124. Israel’s silence on Pope Francis’ death raises eyebrows

As condolence messages for Pope Francis poured in from world leaders, many noticed something missing, almost complete silence from Israel’s top officials....

125. Cyprus’ economy set to slow down, says IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its expectations for how much Cyprus's economy will grow over the next two years....

126. German teen backpackers deported from Hawaii over hotel mix-up

What was meant to be a sun-soaked five-week stopover in Hawaii turned into a harrowing ordeal for two German teenagers, who were arrested, detained, and ultimately deported—because they didn’t have a hotel booking....

127. Pope Francis’ funeral set for Saturday, Trump to attend, tributes pour in

The funeral of Pope Francis is expected to be held this Saturday, according to the latest information from Vatican sources. Among the world leaders set to attend the ceremony is U.S. President Donald Trump, who confirmed his presence in a post on Truth Social....

128. Pope Francis dies at 88. A humble Shepherd leaves his flock.

On Easter Monday, just a day after Christians around the world celebrated the resurrection of Christ, Pope Francis passed away peacefully in his Vatican residence. He was 88 years old....

129. Faith, fire, and flaounes as Cyprus comes together for Pascha

Orthodox Easter, the highlight of the liturgical year for the Greek Orthodox world, holds an even greater significance in Cyprus than in neighboring Greece....

130. Six “foreigners” living in Cyprus keep their Easter traditions alive

In a country like Cyprus, long a crossroads of cultures, thousands of people from all corners of the globe have built new lives here....

131. Southeastern Europe warmer than ever

In July 2024, the Eastern Mediterranean experienced its most intense heatwave on record....

132. Cypriot roots, African heart: Archbishop Makarios reflects on a life of faith and mission

Archbishop Makarios of Nairobi, Exarch of All Eastern Africa, marked his 80th birthday on April 18 with a deeply personal message reflecting on a life devoted to spiritual service, missionary work, and love for Africa, the continent he now calls home....

133. Dubai chocolate craze sparks global pistachio shortage

You’d never guess that a fancy chocolate bar from Dubai could shake up the global nut market, but that’s exactly what’s happened....

134. Is the lambradja tradition a rite of youth or just lawlessness in disguise?

Every Easter, Cyprus lights up with the glow of lambradjas, towering bonfires that have become a deeply rooted tradition for many communities. But what exactly are they today? A fun way for young people to bond and celebrate, or a risky ritual teetering on chaos?...

135. The slow erasure of old Nicosia: As gentrification creeps through the old town

I remember one winter afternoon in 2004, sitting beside the Faneromeni church, I think it was February, eating tangerines I’d bought from an elderly street vendor while waiting for two friends. ...

136. Cyprus makes its move in the age of AI

Ask any country today and chances are they’ll tell you they want to be a hub for technological development—especially in the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI)....

137. Montblanc: Meisterstück Around the World in 80 days – Year 3

138. Cyprus has one of the world’s lowest U.S. visa rejection rates — and that’s a big deal

Cyprus is inching closer to landing a spot in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, and there’s one big reason why: it now has one of the lowest U.S. visa rejection rates in the world....

139. Katy Perry sings among the stars in historic all-women spaceflight

Pop star Katy Perry made history as the first artist to sing in space, joining a landmark all-female crew aboard a Blue Origin rocket launched from West Texas....

140. Court halts Pentakomo port project to protect endangered monk seals

In a major win for environmental protection in Cyprus, the Administrative Court has issued an interim order halting construction on a planned port in Pentakomo, citing the need to protect the area’s fragile ecosystem....

141. Goodbye boarding passes? Air travel set for high-tech transformation

The days of fumbling through your bag for a boarding pass or waiting in long check-in lines at the airport may soon be over....

142. Putting Cyprus on the Map - bbf: at MIPIM 2025

bbf: participated in MIPIM 2025, one of the world’s most prestigious real estate exhibitions, held in Cannes from March 11–14, 2025. ...

143. Trump’s tariffs aren’t the real threat, Cyprus needs a wake-up call

The first reaction in Cyprus to Trump’s tariffs was the worry that halloumi, salt, and olive oil would become more expensive....

144. Revolut slapped with record fine over money laundering lapses

British fintech giant Revolut, one of the world’s most valuable start-ups, has been fined €3.5 million by Lithuania’s central bank for failing to properly monitor suspicious transactions and protect against money laundering....

145. 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....

146. Two worlds, one journey: Cyprus meets Cambodia

Cyprus and Cambodia may be worlds apart, but they’re finding common ground in a shared mission: to redefine travel, trade, and cultural exchange....

147. ''The Living Chiofta'' by Mike Hajimichael: A different book launch

During the pandemic lockdown, creativity flourished, and what started as an everyday collection of Cypriot words and memories, turned into a daily podcast....

148. A bright future for Cyprus’ cruise industry

Cyprus’ cruise industry has been impacted by several events of the past few years. The Covid-19 pandemic was a significant setback, bringing operations to a near halt for extended periods. ...

149. 2025: A milestone year for the delivery of Limassol Greens

2025 marks the beginning of a new era for Limassol Greens, the ambitious residential and tourism development that is set to redefine the investment, urban and hospitality landscape of Cyprus....

150. ''They’re kissing my ass'': Trump boasts about trade talks (video)

In true Donald Trump fashion, the former U.S. President lit a firestorm overnight, not with policy, but with his words....