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1. Cypriot leaders agree to form Bicommunal Youth Technical Committee

Cypriot leaders have agreed to establish a ''Bicommunal Youth Technical Committee'' to encourage dialogue and cooperation among young people from both communities....

2. Millions spent, promises made—but children still suffer in silence

''What’s the goal here? To have food on the table for a day or two, or to ensure there's always food on the table?''...

3. Cyprus courts U.S. investors in energy, tech, and finance

Cyprus is making a bold push to attract American investment, with President Nicos Christodoulides leading a high-profile delegation to the United States....

4. Cyprus’ tech boom boosts the economy by €7 Billion

For years, Cyprus’ economy leaned heavily on tourism and professional services, but the rapid rise of technology companies is reshaping the island’s financial landscape....

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

6. Big pharma challenges EU over wastewater treatment costs

A legal battle is unfolding between the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries and the European Union over who should bear the financial burden of urban wastewater treatment....

7. Cyprus Parliament rejects new dog welfare regulations

In a surprising move, Cyprus' Parliament has voted to reject the ''Animal Protection and Welfare (Keeping Dogs for Private Non-Commercial Purposes) Regulations of 2022.''...

8. 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....

9. 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. ...

10. The great souvla debate and other political absurdities

A representative of the hunters boldly declared that they had, under no circumstances, agreed with the police on a brief road closure. Naturally, he wondered: ...

11. 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....

12. Wait...what?

Well, here’s something you don’t hear every day, Donald Trump being compared to Constantine the Great. Yes, that Constantine. The Roman emperor who legalized Christianity, founded Constantinople, and basically shaped the course of Western civilization....

13. EU tells citizens to stock up on food and essentials

The European Union is urging people to keep at least three days’ worth of food, water, and basic supplies in case of a crisis. The warning comes as Europe faces growing security risks, including Russia’s war in Ukraine, rising tensions with other global powers, and threats to critical infrastructure....

14. FIDE Grand Prix tournament in Nicosia ended in victory for Anna Muzychuk

On the evening of March 24th, the fourth stage of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Women's Grand Prix ended at the Hilton Hotel in the capital of Cyprus. ...

15. March Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 19/03/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries. ...

16. ''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....

17. Cyprus honors Greek Independence Day with pride and purpose (photos)

With a strong sense of national pride, Cyprus celebrated the anniversary of Greece’s War of Independence on Tuesday with a grand student parade in Nicosia....

18. The EU wants in, but can it make a difference?

The European Union (EU) appears eager to play a role in reviving talks on the Cyprus problem, but its actual influence remains constrained by political realities. ...

19. Trump moves to dismantle the Department of Education

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to begin dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, fulfilling a long-standing campaign promise....

20. EU Mayors show solidarity with İmamoğlu as protests continue (video)

On the second day of protests outside Istanbul’s city hall, mayors from several European Union cities have united in support of Ekrem İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul who was arrested earlier this week. ...

21. 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....

22. Progress by avoiding setbacks as Geneva talks keep Cyprus dialogue alive

The five-party informal meeting on the Cyprus issue in Geneva on March 17–18 yielded one notable achievement: no setbacks. That seemed to be the consensus among all parties as they exited the Palace of Nations on Tuesday afternoon....

23. March Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd - 11/03/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries....

24. A ‘social’ gathering… with real substance

The meaning of the term ''social'' in the phrase ''social gathering'' became a talking point among journalists following Monday’s dinner in Geneva, which brought together representatives of the two Cypriot communities and the three guarantor powers....

25. 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. ...

26. EU sends key letter to spark progress in Cyprus talks

A letter, which had been in the works for the past few weeks as part of a European Union-United Nations collaboration on the Cyprus issue, became the focal point from the very first day of the informal five-party meeting in Geneva....

27. EU steps up pressure on Cyprus talks, pushes for UN-backed reunification

The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to resolving the Cyprus issue, stepping up its involvement as crucial talks take place in Geneva under UN leadership....

28. 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....

29. Geneva talks kick off with key meetings and UN-hosted dinner

The long-awaited Geneva talks on the Cyprus problem officially kicked off today at 12:10 PM local time with a meeting of the National Council under the leadership of President Nicos Christodoulides....

30. Slogans are easier than strategy

Until the Cyprus problem is resolved—if and when that ever happens—in a future where President Fidan and his federal co-presidents, Christodoulides and Erhürman, have built a tunnel connecting Cyprus directly to the rest of Europe via Turkey, leaders, ...