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211. 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....

212. Uncertainty surrounds Geneva talks on Cyprus issue

With uncertainty over whether this marks a genuine attempt at restarting talks or merely an effort to keep the prospect of reunification alive, President Nikos Christodoulides arrived in Geneva last night for the informal expanded conference. ...

213. What do windmills, tulips, and potatoes have in common? The Dutch, of course!

When you think of windmills, tulips, The Girl with the Pearl Earring, Delft Blue pottery, or even the legendary tale of The Hole in the Dike, one country immediately comes to mind—the Netherlands! ...

214. Cyprus Government unveils plans to tackle housing crisis

Cypriots struggling with the growing housing crisis can breathe a little easier, thanks to new government measures aimed at making homes more affordable and accessible....

215. Gaza influencer accused of embezzling funds for hospital reconstruction

The Palestinian Health Ministry in Ramallah has accused Gazan influencer Saleh Al Jafarawi, also known as 'Mr. FAFO', of embezzling money meant for the reconstruction of Al-Nasr Children's Hospital....

216. Petrolina: A longstanding sponsor of the ''Love Route''

217. Consulco Welcomes Christoforos Kittenis as Director at London Credit

Consulco is proud to announce the addition of Christoforos Kittenis to the team as Director at London Credit, the UK-based lender of the Consulco Group....

218. Over €1.2 billion in Russian assets frozen in Cyprus amid ongoing sanctions

In Cyprus, over €1.2 billion worth of Russian assets have been frozen, as part of Europe's broader effort to block Russian assets amid ongoing sanctions. ...

219. Cyprus sees investment boom as foreign companies flock to the island

The investment scene in Cyprus is off to a strong start in 2025, with foreign investors showing increased enthusiasm for setting up businesses on the island....

220. Black Lives Matter mural demolished amid Republican pressure (VIDEO)

Construction crews began dismantling Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House on Monday, March 10, following Republican threats to cut the city’s transportation funding unless the site was renamed....

221. End of an era: Manchester United to leave Old Trafford after 115 years

Manchester United has officially announced plans to move out of Old Trafford, their home for the past 115 years, and build a brand-new, state-of-the-art stadium next door. The proposed 100,000-seater venue will become the largest football stadium in the UK....

222. Over 400 saplings and shrubs planted in Cape Greco

More than 400 native species of saplings and shrubs were planted on Saturday in the Cape Greco area, in a location that was previously a landfill....

223. Retired but still on payroll as doctor gets paid for 10 months after retiring

A retired public sector doctor continued receiving salary and benefits for nearly a year after leaving his post, collecting a total of €65,000 in state funds while working for a private clinic, a parliamentary committee revealed Tuesday....

224. Freedom24 Chess Academy has opened in Limassol

Freedom24 Chess Academy was officially inaugurated in Limassol on March 1. Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., encouraged the young participants to strive for new heights in chess. ...

225. From Oxford to Geneva to Nicosia, Cyprus capital among Europe's cities of the future

Nicosia has secured a prestigious spot in the European Cities and Regions of the Future 2025 rankings by fDi Intelligence, reaffirming its status as an emerging center for innovation, investment, and entrepreneurship....

226. 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. ...

227. Too much sun, too much wind, too little strategy.

If there's too much sun, we face energy problems because the solar panels collect more energy than we can store. If it's too cold, we face problems because the system can't handle the increased demand for heating....

228. Thank you, Donald!

''Thank you, Donald.'' All Europeans should be saying that out loud. What is the U.S. president really telling us in his own barbaric, rude, and incoherent way? ...

229. Concerns raised over dangerous sprays and waste management at carnivals

The use of hazardous sprays at carnival celebrations has come under scrutiny following a recent discussion before the Parliamentary Environment Committee....

230. The Cypriot billionaires behind the island's rise as a global business hub

Cyprus has quietly become a magnet for some of the world's wealthiest individuals, transforming the island into a hub for global business and investment. ...

231. Net-billing to replace net-metering: What you need to know

Cyprus is set to transition from the current net-metering system to net-billing for new residential solar energy systems, with the backing of the European Union....

232. Solar panels installed in 405 schools

A total of 405 schools have had solar panel systems installed by the Technical Services of the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth, alongside thermal insulation and waterproofing works....

233. Vasilikos project needs another €200 million—will it ever be finished?

The ambitious Vasilikos gas terminal project in Cyprus is facing significant financial and logistical hurdles, with an additional €200 million needed to complete construction. ...

234. Global fintech investment falls to seven-year low of $95.6 billion in 2024, but uptick in Q4’24 is a sign of cautious optimism says KPMG’s Pulse of Fintech H2’24

2024 was another difficult year for fintech, with just $95.6 billion of investment globally across 4,639 deals....

235. Nearly 100 Deputy Mayors in Cyprus paid to do nothing

Nearly 100 deputy mayors across Cyprus have been collecting taxpayer-funded salaries for the past nine months — without having any official duties assigned to them — due to loopholes in the local government reform, sparking frustration among both the public and the officials themselves....

236. 33East Unites Cyprus’ Startup Ecosystem for Official Fund Launch

33East, a Cyprus-focused venture capital firm, is officially launching its debut fund with an event bringing together founders, investors, and key ecosystem leaders who share the vision of transforming Cyprus into a hive for innovation and entrepreneurship....

237. Cans For Kids donates over €14,500 in medical equipment to Limassol Hospital

In an act of support for local healthcare, Cans For Kids has donated a state-of-the-art medical device to the neonatal department at Limassol Hospital. ...

238. Police demand €45,000 for carnival security, sparks outrage

A €45,000 bill from the police to Limassol's local authorities for security at this year's Sunday carnival parade has stirred heated reactions, with municipal officials calling the demand unacceptable and legally baseless....

239.  Unique protected species in Europe killed at the Mavrokolympos Dam

A month ago, the Ministry of Agriculture announced an environmental disaster: the drainage of the Mavrokolympos dam due to a technical failure that could not be repaired. ...

240. WhatsApp subject to strictest EU platform rules

WhatsApp is now among the online platforms required to comply with the European Union’s most stringent transparency regulations....