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271. International students rattled as visa crackdown hits Harvard, UCLA and dozens of U.S. campuses

A quiet but unsettling wave of student visa cancellations is rippling through U.S. college campuses, and not even Harvard has been spared. The university recently confirmed that five of its international students, three still enrolled and two recent graduates, had their visas suddenly revoked without explanation....

272. 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....

273. Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

Torrential rain hammered parts of Cyprus on Friday afternoon, turning streets into rivers and creating flash floods that caused traffic chaos and panic in several areas....

274. Cyprus faces uncertainty as Trump’s tariffs target global trade

In a dramatic move that has sent shockwaves through global trade, US President Donald Trump has imposed hefty tariffs on imports from several key countries, ...

275. Trump declares tariff war, with chart in hand

At an official press conference, armed with a glossy chart and his signature bravado, former President Donald Trump unveiled what he described as ''the greatest, most incredible, America-first tariff plan you've ever seen.''...

276. Severe storms batter Cyclades, Athens braces for impact

A fierce storm has swept across Greece, leaving parts of the Cyclades Islands underwater and causing chaos in several regions....

277. From water woes to bank bets, here are the stories to follow

278. Cyprus surges ahead amid global economic headwinds

It’s hard to overstate the progress Cyprus has made in recent years. Once overshadowed by economic turmoil, the island has emerged as a standout in the Mediterranean, blending resilience with opportunity....

279. Powerful earthquake devastates Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 150

A massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand on Friday, killing at least 152 people and leaving hundreds injured. ...

280. Adolescence: A powerful British series that tackles the digital generation gap

I finished watching the British mini-series ''Adolescence'' last night, a four-episode show that's been making waves worldwide, reaching the top spot on Netflix and creating an internet frenzy similar to the buzz caused by last year's British series ''Baby Reindeer.''...

281. Heathrow Airport shutdown sparks chaos – flights from Larnaca canceled

A major power outage at Heathrow Airport has thrown international travel into disarray, grounding thousands of flights and leaving passengers stranded....

282. Businesses call for simpler, fairer tax reform in Cyprus

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus is raising concerns over Cyprus’ proposed tax reform, arguing that while the new framework aims to ease the tax burden on individuals and businesses, it remains overly complex. ...

283. Storms hit Cyprus with heavy rain, hail, and snowfall in Troodos

A powerful weather system swept across Cyprus on Wednesday, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and even snowfall in the Troodos Mountains. ...

284. Israeli airstrikes resume in Gaza amid stalled ceasefire talks

More than 400 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, according to Palestinian medics....

285. Bank of Cyprus upgraded to investment grade by Fitch

The Bank of Cyprus has just hit another major milestone—Fitch Ratings has upgraded the bank to investment grade, marking the third global rating agency to do so. ...

286. Buying direct can save you nearly 40% on fresh fruits and vegetables

If you're looking to cut your grocery bill, skipping the middleman and buying directly from local producers might be your best bet. ...

287. Cyprus weekend weather: Time to dive in!

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect excuse to hit the beach, this is it! A warm air mass is giving Cyprus an early taste of summer, with temperatures soaring well above seasonal norms...

288. EU hits back with $28 billion in tariffs on US goods

The European Union is hitting back after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a sweeping 25% tariff on all European steel and aluminum imports....

289. Cyprus farmers face ruin as drought devastates crops

Cypriot farmers are staring down a bleak future as a third consecutive year of drought wreaks havoc on their crops. Many now face tough decisions, with some fearing financial ruin as their fields dry up and their harvests fail....

290. 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)....

291. Cyprus banks hit record high profits despite ECB rate cuts

Despite the European Central Bank (ECB) preparing for its sixth interest rate cut since June 2023, bank profits in Cyprus have soared, marking two consecutive years of record earnings. ...

292. Garbage piles up at green point – ''Overwhelmed by stench''

Shocking images of pollution from an area in Paphos have surfaced, sparking sadness and disappointment as they highlight a lack of environmental awareness and disregard for the consequences....

293. Farmers face devastating crop losses as freezing temps hit hard

Cyprus’ farmers are facing major losses as freezing temperatures from the Coral weather system devastate crops across the island. The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment has vowed to step in quickly, promising immediate support for those affected....

294. Cold snap damages solar water heaters

The recent icy temperatures sweeping across Cyprus haven’t just hit crops hard—they’ve also wreaked havoc on solar water heaters in homes across the island. ...

295. Farmers battle brutal frost as ‘Coral’ cold front devastates crops

The bitter cold brought by the Coral weather system has left Cyprus' farmers reeling as frost has destroyed their hard-earned crops overnight....

296. Cypriots are eating more fish, but getting pickier about its source

Cypriots are eating more fish and seafood than ever before, according to a new report on European food trends. But while the trend is on the rise, many people are becoming more selective about what they put on their plates — and their choices are being influenced by cost, sustainability, and food transparency....

297. USAID shutdown leaves Cyprus-based employees in uncertainty

The Trump administration’s abrupt decision to shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has left many of its global employees, including those stationed in Cyprus, in limbo....

298. Pan Dragomir delivers a body-positive message in response to fatphobic comments (VIDEO)

Cypriot radio personality, influencer, and content creator Panayiota Charalambous, known online as @pan.dragomir, recently shared a deeply empowering body-positive video that has captivated fans and followers alike....

299. Clouds, showers & a dash of thunder: Winter’s not done yet

Ah, Monday—the day that greets us with coffee, complaints, and apparently, a bit of everything weather-wise....

300. Over 6,400 earthquakes shake Santorini, sparking mass exodus

Santorini, one of Greece’s most beloved tourist destinations, has been left eerily quiet. The usually bustling island, famous for its stunning caldera views and whitewashed houses, has emptied as thousands of residents, workers, and visitors flee a relentless earthquake swarm shaking the region....