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1. Whispers of power, lent-friendly meals, and a mission impossible

These are whispers—'Whispers of the Heart', as Michalis Hatzigiannis once sang—so take them with a grain of salt. A meeting reportedly took place between Young Nikos and Elder Nikos....

2. 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. ...

3. The hypocritical peddlers of patriotism

Last week, a new conspiracy was uncovered by the eternally ''nationally concerned'' individuals. The far-right party, ELAM, called for the resignation of the Minister of Education after reports and leaks suggested that a non-governmental organization ...

4. Cyprus Theatre Festival defends dialogue amid Fabre backlash

5. ''Populism and opportunism'' behind reactions, claims company

The owners of the CITADEL project, Nerofarm Ltd., have issued a statement clarifying their position in response to media coverage regarding the development in the Palouriotissa area....

6. 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? ...

7. A bleak reflection of our society’s decay

Two men were recently found dead in a workplace, a makeshift apartment where they slept on an inflatable bed. In an effort to ward off the bitter cold, they lit a fukou and left it to burn, and tragically, the noxious fumes led to their deaths....

8. Isn't it ironic? Cyprus propaganda, politics, and the global stage.

A movie is being made in the occupied territories titled ''Aisie Went on Vacation'', which was also the code name for the Attila operation in 1974. They've even set up modern studios for creating TV series, as it seems they've grasped the importance of imagery in propaganda....

9. The far right is growing, and ‘good vibes’ won’t be enough to stop it

10. MAGA: Make Averof Great Again!

Never before has the slogan of DISY ''seismos seismos, Synagermos'' (or roughly translated: ''earthquake, earthquake, DISY'' been more fitting than in the days we're living through now (It does sound better in Greek though don't you agree?). ...

11. Cyprus Environmental Dept backs Latchi development despite irregularities

A controversial tourist development in Latchi, Paphos, is facing increasing scrutiny as both the Paphos Provincial Municipality and the Environment Department become involved in a growing legal and environmental dispute. ...

12. Finance Minister doubts future of Cyprus-Greece interconnector project

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said on Tuesday that he is not particularly optimistic about the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) electricity interconnection project with Greece, especially while there are still serious political obstacles posed by Turkey....

13. Faulty airbags, political theatrics, and a President playing Messi

The faulty airbag saga isn’t going away anytime soon, as car owners across Cyprus (which, let’s be honest, means practically everyone—good luck finding a family without at least one problematic vehicle) are refusing to shoulder the extra costs....

14. Trump signs order banning transgender women from women's sports

In a controversial move that’s stirring up strong opinions across the country, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday to ban transgender women from competing in women’s sports. ...

15. Limassol soars, bananas bend, and ambulances demand more car crashes

The mayor of Limassol has expressed concerns over the ''Pay As You Throw'' program. Oh, for heaven’s sake. Personally, I believe Limassolians should pay double what everyone else pays—and without complaints. ...

16. Archbishop warns of a return to the Dark Ages and accuses Tychikos of being a puppet

''We must not return to the Dark Ages,'' declared Archbishop George of Cyprus on Friday....

17. It was a low bar

The Housing Grant Scheme for young couples and individuals up to 41 years of age was launched on 31 October 2024, with a target of 400 beneficiary applications and a total budget of €15 million. ...

18. Football clubs slam Omonia's involvement in tax talks

A group of five major Cypriot football clubs issued a joint statement following their meeting with the Tax Commissioner yesterday, clarifying their stance on overdue debts to the state and calling out certain actions they deem disruptive to the ongoing dialogue....

19. The week’s wildest stories: From bird droppings to book launches

One of the most absurd stories of the week was how the infamous car with the unfortunate Pakistani man had bird droppings that the Police mistook for bullet holes....

20. Antidepressants exposed: Myths, controversies, and the truth behind the pills

Even if you’ve never taken antidepressants, you’re likely familiar with the criticism and controversy surrounding them....

21. From cats to cable cars: Holiday highlights with a dose of sass

Two holiday snapshots stood out among the many posted during the festive season. In one, former President Nicos Anastasiades proudly poses with the ever-smiling Elias Psinakis....

22. Weird flex, but OK

"We did it first" appears to be the government's message, as six months after Cyprus suspended processing asylum applications from Syrians....

23. Majority of Cypriots lack faith in government, according to recent survey

Cypronetwork, a Cyprus-based market research and consulting firm, has released its latest barometer survey, shedding light on the issues that most concern citizens in Cyprus, public trust in institutions, and electoral behavior....

24. 2025: A year of transition

There is no doubt that 2025 will be a pivotal year for the Cyprus problem as we have historically understood it....

25. Cyprus & Greece Market Overview: 2023-2024 and Projections for 2025 and Beyond

The market underwent significant changes from mid-2023 onwards due to several global and regional factors....

26. Finland’s schools lead the charge against fake news, starting young

In Finland, teaching children how to spot fake news begins as early as preschool, and by the time students reach middle school, they’re adept at analyzing media with a critical eye. ...

27. 180° turnaround

We hired communication consultants to rebuild our name and reputation....

28. ‘Crotch circles’ spark bikini line buzz in Luton

Luton’s skyline got a peculiar upgrade this morning when a field near the airport unveiled a set of what can only be described as crotch circles — and no, this isn’t a new social media trend....

29. The conspiracy surrounding the alleged woke agenda

"It certainly seems like the world is going a little crazy right now," Donald Trump remarked last week during his visit to France for the grand reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral....

30. Cypriot MP's take a break from 'banking on' reform

Yesterday, we witnessed one of the most evenly matched votes ever held in the Cyprus Parliament. MPs were called to vote on the proposal from AKEL for a one-off tax on bank profits....